The Yarn Animal Book

Book excerpt: Presenting a Marvelous Menagerie of Yarn Animals in Every Favorite Technique... Complete with diagrams, patterns and explicit how-to instructions, The Yarn Animal Book, is the most appealing, endearing collection of animal designs yet to be published, and the perfect introduction to popular needlework today. The animals are arranged by technique in six basic categories, a complete list is available online at www.carriestaples.com There are about 100 marvelous designs and variations presented. From the huggable rya orangutan to the crocheted walrus, complete with crocheted tusks, from the crewel-embroidered hippo to the freestanding needlepoint owl-the instant appeal of every one of the author's whimsical creatures is irresistible. Supplemented by over 450 line drawings, the easy-to-follow instructions are written with total clarity for needle workers of all ages and levels of skill. Perfect results are guaranteed-every animal was tested by a full range of volunteers, from young children to grandmothers, with many of the delightful creations winning prizes at local county fairs. Meticulously prepared, The Yarn Animal Book also includes easy-to-find general needlework charts and suggestions for choosing and buying yarn; designing your own patterns; substituting one technique for another; caring for the animals and much more-all the basic guidelines for assuring total enjoyment with each yarn animal project.