All-New Twenty To Make: Crochet Dishcloths

Lynne Rowe was taught to knit and crochet by her grandmother in her early childhood and has been hooked ever since. She has developed a wide range of specialist skills and loves to pass these on to others through her workshops and classes. She is best known for her whimsical designs which feature regularly in the UK’s most popular craft magazines, along with articles and technical guides. Her practical approach makes her patterns straightforward, easy to read and fun to make. Her aim is to encourage as many people as possible to knit and crochet.Lynne is well-known in the crochet community, and her books have sold over 86k copies worldwide. See more of her work on her website www.knitcrochetcreate.com and @knitcrochetcreate on Instagram.Lynne lives in Congleton, Cheshire.

• Introduction 4Tools & materials 6Abbreviations 10Techniques 12Hints & tips 14THE DISHCLOTHS 16Corner-to-corner 18Flower scrubbies 21Moss stitch 24V-stitch 26Coral texture 28Bobble stripes 30Green granny 32Christmas tree 35Round pads 38Basket weave 40Ice cream ripple 42Corner granny 44Puff stitch pads 46Café latte 48Zig-zag stripes 50Alpine stitch 52Popcorn circle 54Shell stitch 58Linen stitch 60Criss-cross 62

So-called "Granny activities" are becoming more popular and finding real traction in society as people, tired of looking at screens all day, are searching for an analog ["activities" instead of "things"?]things to occupy and refocus their brains. With Rowe's newest crochet how-to-book, she opens up possibilities for everyone from beginners to experts. Rowe says she likes dishcloths because they allow crafters to practice new stitches, and they make great gifts.Easy-to-follow directions and beautiful color photos make each pattern come to life; one can imagine getting lost for hours in this wonderfully accessible book. Her emphasis on smart use of the scraps of leftover yarn (cotton is recommended) is a great way to reduce waste. There is a surprising variety of patterns, from square to round to the standout "Flower Scrubbies" with their textured centers for extra scrubbing power. Rowe's deceptively simple book contains a wealth of projects, perfect for those reclaiming their inner granny.