Heirloom Afghans by Judy Crow

Published 2009

Over 50 new afghan designs, using worsted weight, sport or baby yarn. Chapters include Legacy Lace, Antique Edgings, Estate Jewel Tones, Old-time Pineapples and Filets, Generations of Baby, Forever Quilts and Hope Chest treasures. Skill level Easy to Intermediate

Big Book of Beautiful Afghans: 30 Gorgeous Projects by Connie Ellison

Published 2009

The choices are endless in this big book of beautiful afghans for you to crochet. Skill levels range from Beginner and Easy to Intermediate. Materials needed include a variety of yarns from size 10 thread all the way to bulky weight and hooks from F to N. There's something for everyone in this fabulous pattern book.

Knit on Down! by Bobbie Matela

Published 2008

If you love trying out new stitches, you will love this array of colorful afghans and throws. We included looks to coordinate with popular color schemes being used in today's homes. Choose from block designs, ripples, strip-styles, one-piece and more! There are afghans you'll want to keep for yourself and others you'll want to make as gifts for others. We've even included a chapter of afghans for kids and babies.

Knitter's Bible Afghans & Pillows by Claire Crompton

Published 2008

The Knitter's Bible: Afghans & Pillows features an inspiring collection of knitted projects to brighten up the home, from luxury afghans and bedspreads to functional cushions and seating. The styles vary from basic beginner projects such as cushions and chunky throws to more advanced bedspreads and textured wall hangings. The author explores working with color, texture and embellishments to create projects that will complement and enhance the reader's current home décor. Easy-to-follow techniques ensure great results and alternative ideas take the projects further, showing different patterns, yarns and color variations through detailed photography and color swatches.

Gorgeous Knitted Afghans: 33 Great Designs for Creative Knitters

Published 2008

From classic to trendy, from summer throws to wintertime wrap-ups, from baby blankets to sofa-back decorations, these 33 fantastic original afghan designs will please any taste and fill any need. And, they’re great projects for even the beginning knitter, because there’s no fitting and no armholes: just knit away and you have a gorgeous handcrafted item to enjoy and share. The full-color photos, knitting charts, and easy-to-follow instructions will inspire anyone to make the luxurious Wintry Nights afghan, pretty, beaded Perfect Pearls project, and a bright Fiesta afghan, knitted from hand-painted wools. Knitters hoping to expand their skills will also find tips on creating a large-scale project, and on working with others in a fun-filled knitting group.