Mary Maxim Pattern Books is a popular crochet and knitting pattern book publisher that offers a wide selection of yarns. Their patterns include blankets, hats, scarves and other accessories. In addition, they offer crochet kits that come with the yarn needed to complete a particular project. The kits are a great way to try new yarns and also make for fun gifts for other crafters.
The patterns in this book use US size 3 sport, or 4 medium, weight yarns to create afghans and baby blankets that range in size from 36″x36″ to 50″x50″. Featuring seven designs including sugar spun blanket, bears on my blanket, tiny bubbles blanket, peaceful pastels afghan, duckies blanket, and child’s knit reindeer sweater and mitts. Written for beginner to intermediate skill levels with easy-to-follow instructions, diagrams and helpful color photos.
Mary Maxim Pattern Books: Find Inspiration for Your Next Project
This fun book is all about making crochet animals using simple stitches like single, double and triple crochet and basic amigurumi techniques. This book provides a variety of animal shapes and features a stitch dictionary and photo gallery.
Learn to work with filet crochet, which uses filet stich alternating with a simple single crochet stitch to create a mesh-like fabric. This book explains how to mix colors, create a textured appearance and add a unique look to your projects.
Learn to knit and crochet in the style of famous artists in this creative pattern book. This book combines classic cable knits with art-inspired shapes and colors. Patterns include a cushion inspired by Van Gogh’s Sunflowers and a scarf that interprets his swirling nighttime paintings.…