Unexpected afghans

"Unexpected Afghans presents 29 innovative interpretations of a favorite at-home essential. From best-selling author Robyn Chachula comes an in-depth look into crocheting traditional afghans using contemporary techniques, colors and patterns. Expert designers including Kristin Omdahl, Kathy Merrick, Kimberly McAlindin, and many more, provide an abundance of fresh patterns and projects that are perfect for new and advanced crocheters as they start out beginner-friendly and become more complex, allowing a crocheter to build skills and confidence. Designers at any level will enjoy: A detailed technique's workshop in every chapter including cables, motifs, color, lace, and Tunisian crochet. Helpful tips from designers for working through each afghan project. Easy-to-follow charts and diagrams. Along with tons of beautiful afghan projects for all skill levels, you'll find many of your favorite designer's biographies--giving you an exploration into their inspiration."--

"Unexpected Afghans presents 29 innovative interpretations of a favorite at-home crochet essential, the afghan"--

Introduction: Expert advice for beginners ; Beginner tips. Cables: Tuxedo pillow -- Eloise baby blanket (by Marty Miller) -- Artesia zig zag afghan (by Drew Emborsky) -- Croises cable afghan (by Annie Modesitt) -- Vika (by Jill Wright) -- Veledilo cable afghan (by Simona Merchant-Dest). Granny Motifs: Hatsukoi pillow -- Dots + poppies baby blanket (by Linda Permann) -- Peacock afghan (by Ellen Gormley) -- Mod retro afghan (by Edie Eckman) -- Cabine de dentelle afghan (by Annette Petavy) -- Kaleidoscope (by Tammy Hildebrand). Color: Elan waves pillow -- Peerie baby blanket (by Kathryn Merrick) -- Behrens color-block afghan (by Leigh Radford) -- Desert sunrise (by Carol Ventura) -- Moroccan circles (by Kimberly McAlindin) -- Bethlehem star (by Mary Beth Temple). Lace: Vigne pillow -- Amada baby blanket (by Tracie Barrett) -- Sunken treasure (by Kristin Omdahl) -- Damask afghan (by Marly Bird) -- Exploded pineapple afghan (by Doris Chan). Tunisian: Nauha pillow -- Smocked elegance baby blanket (by Darla Fanton) -- Mission cabled afghan (by Diane Halpern) -- Aryanah sampler (by Dora Ohrenstein) -- Van Gogh waves(by Kim Guzman) -- Starburst entrelac afghan (by Megan Granholm).