This is the essential illustrated reference to a wide range of sumptuous textured crochet stitches: choose from bobbles, popcorns, and curlicues; Aran-style cables; ripples and knots, and raised flower and leaf motifs. Includes over 70 stitch patterns and features multicolored swatch photographs to show how color and texture can be combined to create wonderful effects. Stitches are organized by method of construction and include easy-to-follow symbol charts and complete row-by-row instructions. Basic techniques are demonstrated with clear step-by-step illustrations, and a fold-out flap provides a useful reminder of how to work the charts.