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Crochet Books by June Gilbank

Introducing my flagship crochet books, Everyday Crochet and The Essential Guide to Amigurumi – two comprehensive volumes designed to guide you through the wonderful world of crochet, from the foundational stitches to the intricate art of amigurumi. These books are the culmination of years of crafting, teaching, and sharing my passion for crochet, offering everything from my personal tips and techniques to patterns that cater to all skill levels.

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Whether you’re picking up a crochet hook for the first time, aiming to refine your skills, or searching for fresh and inspiring patterns, I’ve crafted these books with you in mind. Together, these books contain the essence of my expertise and enthusiasm for crochet, offering a complete resource that will answer all your questions and equip you with knowledge and confidence on your crochet journey!

everyday crochet
Everyday Crochet: The Complete Beginner’s Guide is your essential guide to learning crochet stitches and techniques, starting from the absolute basics, with hundreds of full-colour photographs and instructions that clearly show how each stitch is executed. Reinforce your new skills by trying the included practice projects, then move on to the unique and beautiful crochet patterns and stitch pattern galleries.

essential guide to amigurumi
The Essential Guide to Amigurumi: Crochet Toy Techniques from Basics to Advanced is your all-in-one resource for mastering the art of amigurumi, from the very first stitch to advanced design techniques. Packed with detailed, full-colour photographs, step-by-step instructions, and a friendly teaching style, you’ll find insights for all skill levels and a variety of adorable patterns so you can practice everything you learn.

EGA is available in two versions, for right-handers and left-handers.

For information about all my older books and other publications, see my Publications and Media page.

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