New Releases by Leisure Arts

Part of the fun of crocheting is finding and experimenting with new types of stitches. Learn how to add texture and embossing to your crochet, pick your favorite stitches, and begin creating new and exciting projects.

These stylish beanies and headwraps stitch up in a weekend or less! You''ll enjoy creating the exciting fashions with pretty shells, cables, ripples, and more. Patterns include adult sizes small/medium and large/extra-large, with sizing instructions for getting the perfect fit.

They''re the perfect Granny Square projects for today''s busy crocheter! When Carol Holding is the designer, you know your Granny Squares will be something special! Carol''s fresh collection of 12 afghans and one pillow ranges from sophisticated textures to wild romps in color. In these pages, you''ll find plenty of warm and decorative lap throws and a selection of cuddly baby blankets. And since these designs are made one square at a time, you can take them along wherever you go. Includes instructions for 12 afghans and one pillow to crochet using medium weight yarn: Bright Idea, Little Boy Blue, Sea Breeze Set, Red Delicious, City Blocks, Star Spangled, Evergreen, Paintbox, Baby''s Favorite, With a Passion!, Hugs and Kisses, and Snow Day.

Have fun discovering how diamonds, rectangles and squares are easily sewn into (seemingly complex!) visual delights. The simple fabric shapes come together to create a series of 6 exciting quilts in this new collection by Sue Harvey and Sandy Boobar. The patterns include four generous throws, one quilt for a twin-size bed and one for a queen-size bed. Choose fabrics with plenty of contrast to make these pleasing geometric designs!

Make your first project tonight - Bracelets, Key Fobs, and more!

Crochet patterns for seventeen dishcloths, pot holders or trivets.

Eight crochet patterns for baby afghans.

When it''s cold outside, you need texting mitts! These fingerless gloves keep your hands toasty while you stay in touch. These eight designs by Andee Graves are really soft and comfy to wear because they''re crocheted with super fine weight sock yarn. The patterns range from Beginner to Intermediate skill levels. So even if you''ve only crocheted a little, you''ll still find the perfect pattern. Why not make extras for your friends? Warm mitts r gr8 gifts! Designs include Simple Beginner Lace Mitts, Small V-Stitch Wristers, Diamond Back Mitts, Seashell Mitts, Cabled Shell Mitts, Chunky V''s Lace Mitts, Staggered Cross Stitch Mitts, Twisted Cable Columns Mitts. BONUS: Online technique videos. ISBN: 9781464706325

Sweet sweaters and darling dresses are easy to crochet when you use patterns by Patty Davis. Each design is sized from 12months to 6 years, so you can make them all for the little girls in your life. The styles range from playfully casual to pretty and elegant. With these designs, you can give a special girl the fun of wearing colorful ruffles or beautiful blooms – or both!

"Fresh takes on a timeless favorite"--Cover.

Crochet patterns for four Aran afghans for baby.

Enjoy these floral designs for kitchen towels and potholders.

Twenty sewing projects for children using fleece material.

"Included: right & left handed instructions, beginner projects, online video support"--Cover.

5948 Skinny Scarves There''s so much to love about these scarves! They''re easy to knit. They''re a fun way to try a new pattern stitch. They make wonderful gifts. And of course, it''s always exciting to make such beautiful accessories. As a bonus, we show you nine different ways to wear the scarves, supported by an online video tutorial. Whatever your reason for knitting these slim designs, we know you''ll enjoy creating each one. 12 Designs for Easy skill level, made using super fine to super bulky weight yarns: Simple Rib, Basket Weave, Cellular, Cluster Rib, Eyelet Garter, Garter Stripes, Mock Cable, Ruffled, Seed Stitch, Simple Cable, Crocus Buds, and Diamonds. BONUS: Online technique videos.

5942 Loom Knitting for Mommy and Me Make loom-knit gifts for all the mothers, babies, and children in your life! Kathy Norris''s happy designs include fashion accessories in a range of sizes and an adorable sock monkey pillow that''s perfect for hugging. 10 designs for Beginner to Intermediate skill levels, using light or medium weight yarns: Anklets, Slouch Beanie, Cowl, Hooded Scarf, Sock Monkey Pillow, Elf Hat, Baby Jacket, Fingerless Mitts, and Baby Socks (Striped and Ruffled styles). BONUS: Online technique videos.

Now kids can join the fun of learning to knit with the Knook, a specialized crochet hook from Leisure Arts that replaces traditional knitting needles. No more dropped stitches to chase after! A cord threaded through the Knook handle keeps them secure! The Beginner Set for Kids comes with 2 sizes of Knooks, 2 cords, a clip, 2 yarn needles, and a pocket-size instruction book. Knook sizes included are L-8 mm in pink and M-9 mm in purple, for using bulky and super bulky yarns. Cords are each 42 inches long (106.5 cm). How-To book is 32 pages, with step-by-step beginner instructions featuring photos for right-handed and left-handed stitchers. Book also includes beginner patterns for a scarf, fingerless texting mitts, and a hat. Free how-to videos and more patterns are available at LeisureArts'' website.

CD contains templates that may be printed in various sizes.

"18 designs to offer support and encouragement" -- cover.

Whether sweet or savory, creamy or crunchy, lovingly cooked treats from the kitchen are the most personal, satisfying gifts you can present! Here are 73 recipes for a festive variety of foods to give friends and family. There are snacks, cakes, pies, cookies, candy, nuts, sauces, drink mixes, and other foods. Recipes include White Fruitcake, Nutty Olive Spread, Brandied Date-Nut Balls, Veggie Roll-up Bread, Chocolate-Mint Cheesecake, Peachy Gingerbread, Graham Toffee Pie, Grand Marnier Baklava, Almond-Amaretto Turtles, Spicy Sweet Potato Chips, Volcano Pizza Pie, Creamy Potato Soup, Turkey and Dressing Casserole, Banana Split Sauce, Beer Mustard, Easy Mustard Pickles, Grilled Meat Seasoning, and other favorites.

Colorfully iced, sprinkled with cinnamon, or chock-full of raisins or chocolate chips, cookies are always a favorite Yuletide indulgence. Here are 60 recipes for colorful, delicious cookies for holiday parties and gifts. There are iced cookies, brownies, biscotti, gingerbread, refrigerator dough, and other favorites. Recipes include Spicy Christmas Tree Cookies, Honey Ornament Cookies, Pudding Cookies, North Pole Granola Bars, Sugarplum Cookies, Cinnamon Cookies, Butterscotch Cookies, Snowflake Meringue Cookies, Peppermint Swirl Cookies, Jolly Snowman Cookies, Macadamia Shortbreads, Pumpkin Spice Bars, Chocolate-Amaretto Biscotti, Pecan-Caramel Brownies, Mini Snowball Snacks, and others.

Fast and fun or festive and fancy, these options for family meals during the holidays offer delicious versatility to please everyone. Here are 64 recipes to make up complete meals for casual or elegant family dinners! There are main dishes, soups, salads, side dishes, breads, desserts, and other foods. Recipes include Deep Dish Vegetable Pie with Oatmeal-Rye Rolls, Pork Loin Roast in White Wine, Salisbury Venison Steaks, Tenderloin of Beef in Pastry, Cornbread Loaf, Cranberry-Orange Gelatin Salad, Pumpkin Soup, Turkey Nachos, Glazed Lemon Cheesecake, Bacon-Mushroom Casserole, Caramelized New Potatoes, Cream of Artichoke Soup, Strawberry-Banana Frozen Yogurt, Chinese Rice Ring with Broccoli, Southwestern Chicken Casserole, and other favorites.

Cupcakes, muffins, and rolls . . . oh, my! Treats so tiny and tasty are impossible to resist. These 64 recipes offer yummy choices for all occasions. Delicious little cakes for fun parties and snacking: cupcakes, muffins, biscuits, pastries, breads, and mini cakes. Recipes include Cherry Muffins, Rose Petal Tea Cakes, Ice-Cream Cone Cupcakes, Blackberry Cupcakes, Apricot Bread, Brioche Rolls, Buttered Almond Cakes, Chocolate-Kahlua Cake, Easter Basket Cupcakes, Irish Cream Cakes, Mint Brownie Bites, Poppyseed Rosettes, Snowball Cupcakes, Santa Cupcakes, Soft Pretzels, Sticky Buns, Spice Cakes with Honey Icing, and other favorites.

Meals shared in the Great Outdoors have a lot going for them--good tastes, good friends, great atmosphere. Families and friends relish their time together, relaxing and munching on their favorite simple foods. Here are 100 recipes for sauces and sides to serve with hot dogs or steak, chicken or pork, and sweets to complete the meals. Recipes include Hubcap Burgers, Southwestern Steak, Cowboy Barbecue Sauce, Easy Hot Dog Relish, Grilled Meat Seasoning, Favorite Fish Fry Seasoning, Reuben Spread, Spicy Beer Mustard, Tex-Mex Ketchup, Lemon Pepper Basting Sauce, Black Bean Dip, Tangy Peach Salsa, Rosemary Chicken Potato Salad, Rainbow Fruit Salad, S''More Cookies, Patriotic Cake, and other favorites.

Delight your family and friends with treats guaranteed to tempt any sweet-craving palate! These 74 tantalizing recipes feature everything from candies, brittles, and fudge to cookies, pies, cakes, and more. You''ll be ready to whip up amazing goodies at any time. Sweet temptations for every occasion include Minted Marshmallows, Mocha Toffee, Penuche, Orange-Coconut Truffles, Old-fashioned Peanut Brittle, jalapeno-flavored April Fools'' Candy, Gold Bar Candy, Chocolate-Lemon Creams, candy-coated Pretzel Wands, Sugar and Spice Almonds, Irish Coffee Balls, Toasted Pecan Nougat, Gingerbread Bars, Peppermint Candy Fudge, Microwave Raspberry-Pecan Fudge, Easy Pralines, Orange Divinity, Candied Tea Stirrers, and more.

Any time can be snack time! Satisfy yourself, family, friends, and even the kids with this huge assortment of goodies to nibble! From snack mixes, spreads, and dips to cookies and fudge, you''re sure to find the recipes you need to feed the munchies. The 91 recipes include White Bean Dip with Herbed Pita Chips, Almond Caramel Corn, Onion-Bacon Dip, Sesame Seed Snack Crackers, Sun-Dried Tomato Dip, Vietnamese Spring Rolls, Cheese Crispies, Rum Popcorn, Nutty Chocolate Popcorn, Jelly Bean Candied Corn, Hot Creole Seafood Dip, Greek Cheese Spread, Shrimp Cheese Ball, Baked Boston Peanuts, Spotted Dinosaur Cookies, Potato Chip Cookies, Candy Bar Fudge, Tiger Butter Sandwiches, Peanut Cream Sandwich Snacks, and more.

Afghan Lover''s Collection -More than 30 crochet afghans from Leisure Arts'' most popular designers include great basic to advanced designs that will never go out of style.

When a beautiful baby gift is needed, it''s time to get out a crochet hook and reach for More Circular Baby Afghans (Leisure Arts #5517). Each of the five round, lacy blankets offers a burst of happy texture and plenty of cuddly softness that''s just right for a little extra warmth at naptime. Matching the yarn color to Baby''s christening layette will create an heirloom that any new mom will cherish for years to come. Afghans include: Pinwheel, Pretty in Pink, Snowflake, Buttercup, and Twinkle-Twinkle.

The Big Book of Baby Afghans, - A must for any crocheter''s library, this book has 22+ baby blankets for all skill levels. Perfect for quick and easy gifts or family heirlooms.

While going through the possessions of a deceased guest who owed them money, the mistress of the inn and her son find a treasure map that leads them to a pirate''s fortune.