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N e w R e l e a s e s • M a R c h 2007

Crocheted Christmas Stockings

Using Grace Kaplan’s variations on a simple stocking pattern, you can crochet fabulous Christmas stockings for everyone on your gift list. Different yarn sizes, weights, and textures change the look of the basic single crochet design, giving each stocking its own personality and flair. Added embellishments—appliqués, beads, bells, and bows—offer more options for creating unique stockings that everyone will love.

You might have several stockings waiting to find their way onto your gift list, and with the right yarn, added ribbons or beads, you’ll find just the right fit for everyone: Baby’s First Stocking, Furry Stocking, Snowy Days, Shaggy Chic, Waste Not Want Not, Poinsettias, Sherpa Stocking, Jeweled Stocking, Baby Rosebuds, Jingle All the Way, Christmas Snowflakes, Merry Christmas Mrs. Claus, Joy to the World, Court Jester, and Carrot Stocking.

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Item # 4032Retail Price: $10.95

Projects: 15

Dimensions: 8.5" x 10.875"

UPC: 0-28906-04032-6

CrochetDesigner: Kooler Design studio

Binding/Pages: stapled, 36 + IBc

ISBN-10: 1-60140-445-X

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-445-9

How about digging up a carrot stocking for that gardening

friend of yours?

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Donna Kooler’s Ultimate Stocking Collection

From the fabulous collection of stocking designs created by the world famous artists at Kooler Design Studio, Donna Kooler has selected 15 of her favorites that you’re sure to love. Designs include traditional holiday themes: Santa, snowmen, and toys, as well as religious, special interests, and dog and cat motifs. A full-color image of each stocking is accompanied by an easy-to-read chart, promising a treasured keepsake every time.

15 designs: Linda Gillum (8): I’d Rather Be Fishing (Santa); Welcome to My Garden (Santa); Snowman and Friends; Up, Up & Away (St. Nick); Snow Dome Collection; Teddy the Bear and Friends; Winter Fun on Ice; and Two by Two (Noah’s Ark). Nancy Rossi (3): O Holy Night (Nativity); Curious Cats (on the staircase); and Good Dogs (waiting for Santa). Barbara Baatz Hillman (2): Folkart Collection and Crafter’s Stocking. Sandy Orton (2): Bygone Days and ’Twas the Night Before Christmas.

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Projects: 15 stockings


UPC: 0-28906-04082-1

Cross StitchDesigner: Kooler Design studio

Binding/Pages: softcover PB, 96

ISBN-10: 1-60140-430-1

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-430-5

A beautiful cross stitched stocking is a keepsake that will be cherished

for a lifetime.

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It’s Playtime, Baby!

The impulse to knit for little ones seems almost innate. Melanie Falick and Kristin Nicholas created this book in hopes of teaching new knitters, inspiring knitters whose skills may be rusty, and satisfying experienced, active knitters. Throughout, they have strived to show that knitting is a simple craft, but one with infinite possibilities. Together, they present a collection of modern heirlooms—accessories and play things—that you will enjoy knitting and sharing.

Stitch-Sampler Baby BlocksBaby’s First BallBeginner BootiesFelted Diaper ToteTeddy Bear FamilyBaby CushionsMommy Sweater

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Projects: 9


UPC: 0-28906-04117-0

KnittingDesigner: Melanie Falick & Kristin Nicholas

Binding/Pages: stapled, 36

ISBN-10: 1-60140-372-0

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-372-8

Knitting for baby is a gesture of love, expressing with our fingers our dreams and hopes for the baby’s health and happiness.

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New Noel 22 Fun Designs to Deck the Halls

Make your holidays extraordinary with the exciting colors in Linda Lum DeBono’s home décor creations! From a curly-toed stocking that will tickle Santa’s funny bone to a fun flurry of red-white-and-black ornaments, you’re going to set an all-new Yuletide scene. The machine appliqué and sewing are supremely easy, and the results are simply spectacular!

22 fun designs to deck the halls: pillowcases (ho ho ho and be merry), pillows (poinsettia, noel, and ho ho ho), stockings (jester, star, snowflake, and patchwork), ornaments (stocking, joy, snowflake, poinsettia), ho ho ho garland, peace & joy placemats, box, table runner, noel apron, and be merry cardholder.

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Projects: 22


UPC: 0-28906-04139-2

SewingDesigner: linda lum DeBono


ISBN-10: 1-60140-433-6

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-433-6

Sew the happiest hues of Christmas!

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Gooseberry Patch Knitters’ Night Out

Getting together with friends is always great, so why not host a knitters’ night out? It’s a terrific way to catch up! Invite your best girlfriends over, serve up some quick-to-fix recipes and let the fun begin. Whether you’ve been knitting for years or are just learning, sharing patterns, tips and how-to’s makes for a great time. We’ve included lots of projects from cozy mittens and socks to sweet baby booties and an oh-so pretty dropped stitch shawl.

13 projects knitted with various weights of yarn: table runner, 2 pillows, eyelet rib scarf, self-striping socks, ripple throw, child’s pullover and cap, chenille mittens, dropped stitch ribbon shawl, baby coverlet with heart motifs, booties, and messenger bag.

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Projects: 13


UPC: 0-28906-04157-6

KnittingDesigner: Gooseberry Patch


ISBN-10: 1-60140-249-X

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-249-3

“Knit together” isn’t just an instructional term. It’s also a great way for a group of friends to

enjoy snacks, creativity, and laughter!

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Care BearsTM Paper Capers

It’s so much fun to make these memorable gifts, cards, and tags featuring Care Bears! And guess what? The sweet little bear stickers and their coordinating papers are included in this book! Create a monogram plaque, a photo frame, or a gift tag. Send thoughts of affection on special occasion cards, or preserve fond memories on scrapbook pages. You’ll find instructions to make adorable albums and journals, too. The 34 double- sided papers, two sheets of vellum, and eight pages of stickers are enough to make all 31 projects and more.

31 projects include boxes, cards, a party invitation, tags, a gift bag, scrapbook pages, journals, frames, a mini album, a plaque, a gift bucket, and a tin with an accordion album.

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Projects: 31


UPC: 0-28906-04159-0

PapercraftingDesigner: care Bears

Binding/Pages: softcover PB, 116

ISBN-10: 1-60140-258-9

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-258-5

Papers and stickers include the latest lines, such as Milkshake, Champ, Scribbly, Joyland, Flower Shower, and more.

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One of a Kind By God’s Design

Four cross stitched designs from the inspirational artwork of Karla Dornacher are showcased in a trendy, innovative way. There’s no need for sewing or expensive framing. Simply decorate pre-stretched artist’s canvases with the papers and tags included in this book and then mount your stitched pieces on the decorated canvases. Instant art!

4 cross stitch designs, each displayed on an embellished 12" square artist’s canvas: Going Places, Heartfelt, Floral Fun, and Dream Big.

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Projects: 4 + papers + tags


UPC: 0-28906-04172-9

Cross StitchDesigner: Karla Dornacher


ISBN-10: 1-60140-108-6

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-108-3

Use our models as inspiration to create your own ONE OF A KIND canvases. Make it fit your décor and personality.

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Cozy Crochet Coats Coats & Clark

Ready for a change of wardrobe? Crochet puts you ahead of the trends! Wear a turquoise-and-red Aztec Coat—an easy sweep of color that swings from the shoulders. Wrap yourself in rocket-red stripes with a Quick & Cozy Jacket, or put on a dash of panache when you wear a Long Duster in warm brown. If tradition is more your cup of tea, the Lacy Coat will keep you toasty. All four coats are nice complements to your favorite casual clothes, so wear them with jeans or that remix skirt that you’ve been admiring. The instructions are user-friendly. The talent for creating fashion is all yours.

4 designs to crochet: Aztec Coat (one size fits most women), Quick & Cozy Jacket (sizes S-M-L), Long Duster (sizes S-M-L-XL), and Lacy Coat (sizes S-M-L).

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Projects: 4


UPC: 0-28906-04175-0

CrochetDesigner: coats & clark


ISBN-10: 1-60140-111-6

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-111-3

Turn away the cold, but catch the compliments! Your new wardrobe of four crocheted coats will have all eyes on you!

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Crochet Essentials Lion Brand® Yarn

Enjoy creativity, relaxation, and success—all at once—by crocheting these essential designs with Lion Brand® Yarn. These projects using only basic stitches are great for anyone to create, especially beginners. You’ll love the scarf, neckwarmer, shrug, pocket market bag, and vest. Why not pamper Baby with a matching cardigan and hat? Brighten your kitchen with colorful dishcloths. Add a warm touch to every room with cozy afghans and a pillow. Make washable pet mats for your four-legged friends. It’s time to reward yourself (and your loved ones) with the beauty and comfort of Lion Brand Yarn!

Learn the basics plus 19 designs: baby cardigan & hat, striped scarf, rectangle vest, granny square afghan, ripple afghan, cat and dog mats, shrug, neckwarmer, 3 dishcloths, bath mitt, 3 washcloths, pocket market bag, granny square baby afghan.

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Projects: 19


UPC: 0-28906-04177-4

CrochetDesigner: lion Brand Yarn


ISBN-10: 1-60140-113-2

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-113-7

In no time, you’ll be crocheting an easy Bath Mitt and progressing all the way

to the Granny Square Baby Blanket!

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Ornaments to Crochet 3 Ways

Oh, what fun it is to crochet a sleighful of festive Christmas ornaments! And it’s especially delightful to create these happy designs in three different sizes—just choose from worsted weight yarn, sport weight yarn, or cotton thread. If you can work a slip stitch, single crochet, and double crochet, you can create all of these designs. Bells, pom-poms, beads, and other small items are added for quick color and enchanting detail. And because these designs are simple, you can make plenty before the holidays!

Each ornament shown three ways: angel, stocking, toy soldier, ice skate, Santa, gingerbread man, wreath, snowman, ski hat, sweater, bell, and candy cane.

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Projects: 36


UPC: 0-28906-04241-2

CrochetDesigner: anne halliday


ISBN-10: 1-60140-339-9

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-339-1

Thread, sport weight, or worsted weight yarn — it’s Christmas to crochet

in your size, your way!

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iCrochet: Museum Quality Hats, Scarves, Purses

A note from Irene: Ah, the beautiful people. And what of the rest of us? We can still do something to contribute to the artistic advancement of our culture while looking — if not like one of the airbrushed beautiful people — like one of the really-quite- attractive, this-is-what-beautiful-looks-like- standing-in-line-at-the-post-office people. All you have to do is pick your favorite of Francine Toukou’s designs and get busy with that hook. There are 9 runway-ready designs to choose from with easy-to-understand instructions for each. And be on the lookout for more from me. I’m hard at work on my Web site, filled with stuff I know you’re looking for.

9 designs: Shorty Fuchsia Mufflet, Botticelli Hat, Mona Lisa Bag, Baroque Scarflette, Van Gogh Cap, Paint Box Clutch, Rococo Scarflette, Pretty-As-A-Picture Cap, and Moulin Rouge Ruffle.

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Projects: 9


UPC: 0-28906-04253-5

CrochetDesigner: Francine Toukou


ISBN-10: 1-60140-402-6

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-402-2

Crochet creations raised to the level of fine art — 9 designs to satisfy your

urge for creative expression.

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iKnit: Gotta-Get Knit Accessories

A note from Irene: What now? That’s the question I hear the most from those of you who were swept up in the knitting renaissance a few years back. What if you’d like to sink your teeth into something you can actually use — like a bag, belt, or scarf designed to stop rush-hour traffic? We get it — a girl has needs, after all. Welcome to iKnit. We’ve taken 12 must-have projects from Linda Lum DeBono, backed them up with the same easy-to- understand instructions you know you’re going to get from us, and wrapped it all up in a magazine format we think you’ll love. And be on the lookout for more from me. I’m hard at work on my own Web site, filled with stuff I know you’re looking for.

12 projects: pillow, 3 purses, 2 scarves, 2 belts, shoulder warmer (also can be worn as a skirt), kerchief, headband, and needleroll.

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Projects: 12


UPC: 0-28906-04274-0

KnittingDesigner: linda lum DeBono


ISBN-10: 1-60140-473-5

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-473-2

Every girl’s guide to knitted accoutrement — 12 knit essentials

you know you want.

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N e w R e l e a s e s • e a R lY a P R I l 2007

Style Re-Mix DVD

Bored with everything in your closet? Then get ready to mix things up, using the ideas in this fun DVD that’s all about “deconstructing” your clothes to “reconstruct” one-of-a-kind pieces that are all you! With the projects presented, you can whip up all kinds of funky fashions in minutes. So grab your best friend and get ready to watch our pros show how fun and easy it is. Candice Coke, the show’s host, and Lori Wenger, our clever designer, share tons of ideas on how to get started, where to find what you need to make it happen, and the simple techniques you’ll use. Anybody can do it!

We give you tips on where to shop for the best deals, tell what you’ll need, and show how to transform an ordinary item of clothing into a trendy addition to your wardrobe. There also are basic techniques, a clothing care guide, a resource guide, and an index.

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Projects: 21+


UPC: 0-28906-04314-3

Crafts DVDDesigner: leisure arts

Binding/Pages: DVD

ISBN-10: 1-60140-561-8

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-561-6

Seams are left exposed. Edges are raw. The whole idea is to have fun making it

tonight and wearing it tomorrow!

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N e w R e l e a s e s • e a R lY a P R I l 2007

The Art of Knitting 4 Kids DVD

Knitting helps kids to concentrate, increases their motor skills, develops hand-eye coordination, and is a great confidence builder! And this fun DVD provides three ways to learn: Dr. Elizabeth Seward entertains kids with a unique, animated story while teaching them to knit and make their own knitting needles. Kids teaching kids — every kid will be inspired watching 7 year old Ryan Anderson as he teaches the basics of knitting. Knitting instructor and producer Marcy Levitas Hamilton teaches the kids how to make fun and easy knitted balls and toys with Stitch-Along instructions. There’s also a visit to The Alpaca Ranch to learn how yarn is made.

Three ways to learn to knit: a unique, animated story; lessons from a 7 year old; and Stitch-Along instructions for easy knitted balls and toys.

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Projects: Ball & toy


UPC: 0-28906-04406-5

Knitting DVDDesigner: Tricoast Film Partners

Binding/Pages: DVD

ISBN-10: 1-60140-649-5

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-649-1

This fun DVD is the easy way to teach, entertain, and inspire kids!

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Linda Calhoun’s Heirloom Sampler Favorites

Representing the best of Linda Culp Calhoun’s classic samplers, these exquisite designs all reflect the designer’s genuine and abiding love for traditional needlework. Linda began doing various forms of needlework at the tender age of 4, while growing up surrounded by homemade quilts, doll clothes, tatted edgings, doilies, crocheted tablecloths, etc. Through the years, she developed a passion for the intricacy and detail of antique needlework and became dedicated to helping preserve the heritage of the art of embroidery.

14 samplers (some featuring specialty stitches and beads): Samplers in Bloom (Rose, Violet, Pansy, and Daisy); Mother’s Day Sampler; “How Do I Love Thee?” Sampler; Easter Sampler; Summer’s Herbs Sampler; Inspirational Samplers (Peace, Faith, Hope, and Love); Prince of Peace Sampler; and “O Come Let Us Adore Him” Sampler.

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Projects: 14


UPC: 0-28906-04666-3

Cross StitchDesigner: linda culp calhoun

Binding/Pages: stapled, 48 + IBc, IFc

ISBN-10: 1-60140-299-6

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-299-8

A genuine and abiding love for traditional needlework motivates Linda

to create her classic sampler designs.

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Cross Stitch & Felt Purse Ensembles

Indulge your passion for fashion and cross stitch as you create beautiful felt purses and accessories. Five fabulous collections offer a variety of styles that are sure to please, from classic elegance to contemporary chic. Each collection features a purse, glasses case, address book cover, coin purse, card holder, check-book cover, and cell phone case — for a total of 35 designs in all! Felt construction makes it easy to finish each project or the entire set for your own use or as gifts for the special people in your life.

5 collections, each featuring a purse, glasses case, address book cover, coin purse, card holder, check-book cover, and cell phone case: Birds of a Feather and Vintage Sampler by Sandy Orton; Fiesta, Girl Power, and Retro by Linda Gillum.

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Projects: 35+


UPC: 0-28906-04667-0

Cross StitchDesigner: Kooler Design studio


ISBN-10: 1-60140-082-9

ISBN-13/EAN: 978-1-60140-082-6

Five fabulous collections offer a variety of styles that are sure to please, from classic

elegance to contemporary chic.

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