25 patterns which use ONE BALL OF YARN OR LESS, or which use up small amounts of different colours.

You can SUBSTITUTE SIMILAR YARNS you have for the ones used in the pattern – WE TELL YOU HOW.

The 25 gorgeous patterns include projects for the home, such as a pillow cover, egg cosies and mug warmers, and makes which are ideal as gifts, including baby hats and booties, toys and bunting.

Some feature stripes, squares or flowers, which offer the chance to use up little amounts of leftover yarn in different colours. Many are small, quick and easy, so they are perfect for beginners.

There's also a handy illustrated guide to every crochet stitch, just in case you need a refresher, as well as useful tips on choosing substitute yarns and checking your tension. Now you can stop feeling guilty about your ever-increasing stash and be inspired instead. Crochet with Leftover Yarn is a fantastic new edition of Crochet Stashbusters.

Nicki Trench is one of the leading figures in the revival and promotion of home crafts, and she is an expert on crochet, knitting and sewing. Her books include A Beginner's Guide to Crochet, Easy Crochet for Beginners, Learn to Crochet, Retro Crochet, Cute & Easy Crochet and Cute & Easy Crochet with Flowers, all published by CICO Books. Nicki is based near Lewes in East Sussex.