{"product_id":"nimue-by-shelley-husband","title":"Nimue","description":"\u003cp\u003eCome on a crochet quest with Shelley Husband to make the Nimue Crochet Blanket, inspired by the recurring character in Arthurian legends. Usually she is the lady of the lake - custodian of Excalibur - she is a seer, a guardian...mysterious and powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the waters of the Lady of the Lake, sometimes known as \u003cem\u003eNimue\u003c\/em\u003e, with this gorgeous fully illustrated pattern book by crochet expert Shelley Husband. \u003cem\u003eNimue\u003c\/em\u003e is a must have addition to your crochet library, providing you with countless hours of joy creating this beautiful crochet blanket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNimue is a recurring character in Arthurian legends. Most commonly, she is the lady of the lake - custodian of Excalibur. She is a seer, a guardian - mysterious and powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNimue will keep you safe as you work your way through the blanket, from the water lily-like centre to the edges of the lake and beyond. You will encounter challenges as you progress, but there are many tranquil sections to rest between adventures. When those challenges arise, Nimue will guide you with her wise counsel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nimue Crochet Blanket begins with the Nymph pattern from Shelley's \u003ca href=\"\/products\/granny-square-patchwork-by-shelley-husband\"\u003eGranny Square Patchwork\u003c\/a\u003e book. This pattern is then extended to become the Avalon centrepiece.  Avalon is surrounded by a verge of Caltha squares, before your quest for Nimue is completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern instructions are provided in both UK \u0026amp; US terms.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you can crochet a granny square, and know the most common stitches and techniques, you have all the skills you need to embark on your Nimue adventure. With the support provided in the pattern, anyone with basic skills and a willingness to try new things will enjoy crafting the blanket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside you'll find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWritten pattern in UK \u0026amp; US terms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharts for both right and left-handed crocheters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA full glossary detailing all stitches and techniques used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn requirements for 4 different samples made in different yarn weights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed, round by round help with close up photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glossary of stitches and techniques used in the book shows the abbreviations, chart symbols and full description of how to crochet each stitch or technique. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a useful listing of helpful links to additional information about all the things you need to know. Shelley has created instructional videos of all rounds of the blanket - right-handed and mirrored for the left-handed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlanket size and yarn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen made with 8 ply\/DK\/light worsted with a 4.5 mm hook, Nimue will be 158 cm\/62\" across. She sits well on top of a queen sized bed.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will need 4,183 metres\/4,575 yards of 8ply\/DK\/light worsted that is 2.485 metres per gram. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn requirements for other yarn weights can be found inside the book. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shelley Husband","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46726110740667,"sku":"SCU-BK-NIM","price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0459\/3595\/files\/Cover_b2cb750d-1ec3-48c0-83ff-d2e3b497ef5a.jpg?v=1755758152","url":"https:\/\/www.skeinsisters.com.au\/products\/nimue-by-shelley-husband","provider":"Skein Sisters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}