Little Crochet Treasures

A multi-talented craft designer, artist and author, Vanessa Mooncie studied fashion and textile design and later became a children’s wear designer, illustrator and interior designer. Her textile designs are inspired by the rich tradition of knitting and crochet through the history of fashion, and are a blend of traditional handcrafting techniques and modern design and style. Vanessa has written many successful books for GMC Publications, and is also a regular contributor to other craft books and magazines. Vanessa lives with her husband in a rural village in the south of England. www.vanessamooncie.com

• Introduction 6Gallery 8 GETTING STARTED 26Equipment & Materials 29Techniques 32 BROOCHES 40Sweetheart Tattoo 42Anchor Tattoo 48Iced Doughnut 56Pretty Posy 60Delicate Poppy 68 NECKLACES 72Blackbird 74Love Heart Tattoo 80Cherries 86Wild Strawberry 92Oak Leaf & Acorn 98 HAIR ACCESSORIES, RINGS & BRACELETS 86Giant Poppy 104Daffodil 112Charm Bracelet 118Heart Ring 128 TIE PINS, CUFFLINKS & KEYRINGS 132Bumblebee 134Triangle & Heart 140Mod Targets 146Fantail Dove 150 Resources 154Abbreviations 155Conversions 155Index 158

A thrifty way to use up leftover yarn, Vanessa Mooncie’s tiny makes are created in a variety of yarn types, and embellishments such as beads. Featuring 18 projects, this collection includes suggestions for adapting them for different uses, from jewellery to hair accessories. We love the tattoo-inspired designs, the teeny doughnut with sprinkles and the sweet cherry necklace.