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by Kat Goldin (Author)
The only thing better than receiving a homemade present is giving one--not only do you get to enjoy the recipient1s reaction, but you can also have fun creating a personalized present just for them. In Crochet the Perfect Gift, Kat Goldin provides modern and desirable patterns for gifts for every occasion, from birthdays to housewarmings and festive celebrations. Why not make a cozy cardigan for your Dad's birthday or an adorable pair of pompom slippers for a baby shower or christening? Help friends decorate their new home with a classic yet contemporary cabled throw or cushion. Celebrate Mother's Day by treating your Mom to a vintage handmade necklace. Have a Merry Christmas with festive makes such as snowflakes and stars, perfect as gifts but also to get your own home into the yuletide spirit. With projects for a range of abilities and some that can even be made in an evening for those last-minute gift emergencies, let Kat inspire you to pick up your crochet hook and create a gift that will be treasured.
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Perhaps the only thing better than receiving a great present is giving one. And what could be more rewarding than creating the "perfect" gift with your very own hands?
Kat Goldin's delightfully inspiring book provides dozens of fabulous, modern crochet designs. Within its pages you're certain to find something just right for that someone special on that special occasion: Choose from hats, socks, mittens, sweaters, shawls, bags, throws, and so much more. You'll find patterns for women, men, babies, children, and home accessories to boot, plus ideas for birthdays, housewarmings, holidays, and other festive celebrations. Why not make a cozy cardigan for Dad on Father's Day or an adorable pair of pompom slippers for your friend's baby shower? Congratulate a recent graduate with a chic capelet or treat your mom to a classic-but-contemporary throw, "just because." You may even find a little something to "gift" yourself! With Goldin's help and your own personalized touch, there's no end to the gorgeous, custom "present possibilities." Projects suitable for a range of abilities--even some that can be made in an evening for those last-minute "gift emergencies"!--ensure it is as fun to make and give as it is to get...just as it should be.Back Jacket
Perhaps the only thing better than receiving a great present is giving one. And what could be more rewarding than creating the perfect gift with your very own hands?
Kat Goldin's delightfully inspiring book provides dozens of fabulous, modern crochet designs. Within its pages you're certain to find something just right for that someone special on that special occasion: Choose from hats, socks, mittens, sweaters, shawls, bags, throws, and so much more. You'll find patterns for women, men, babies, children, and home accessories to boot, plus ideas for birthdays, housewarmings, holidays, and other festive celebrations. Why not make a cozy cardigan for Dad on Father's Day or an adorable pair of pompom slippers for your friend's baby shower? Congratulate a recent graduate with a chic capelet or treat your mom to a classic-but-contemporary throw, just because. You may even find a little something to gift yourself! With Goldin's help and your own personalized touch, there's no end to the gorgeous, custom present possibilities. Projects suitable for a range of abilities--even some that can be made in an evening for those last-minute gift emergencies!--ensure it is as fun to make and give as it is to get...just as it should be.Author Biography
Kat Goldin learned to crochet as a child and picked up her hook again in 2007 when her first son was born. A lack of fun and modern patterns led Kat to design her own creations. Passionate about teaching knitting and crochet, she runs Knit Camp and Crochet Camp, online workshops with thousands of participants each session. Her independently released patterns and tutorials have had hundreds of thousands of downloads, and she works regularly for craft magazines, writing columns and patterns for Crafty, Mollie Makes, Simply Crochet, and Inside Crochet. Born in the United States, Kat currently lives on a farm on the edge of the Scottish Highlands with her husband and three children. Visit Kat's website at slugsontherefrigerator.com.
