World Famous Designer Creates 36 Fabulous Afghans

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Maggie Weldon
705 Graves Street
Kernersville, NC 27284
Office Phone: 336.922.0054 9-5 Eastern Time M-F
Cell: 336-880-8331 Fax: 336-992-0059
Email: maggiew@maggiescrochet.com
Website: www.maggiescrochet.com

The Best of Maggie Weldon Crochet Afghans:
World Famous Designer Creates 36 Fabulous Afghans

“Delightfully diverse” is the phrase that best describes the treasure trove of throws by designer Maggie Weldon. Featuring an amazing assortment of 36 afghans, this crochet collection showcases Maggie’s talent for creating a variety of designs that appeal to a wide audience. Crocheters will enjoy the best work of this popular designer from throughout her career.

Any of these terrific throws are ideal for adding a splash of color and a touch of warmth to any décor. Since simple instructions and color photography will help crocheters sail through each project, they may also want to make a few as gifts for family and friends. Pineapple Lace, Baby’s Bunny, Morning Glory, Cabbage Rose and Cream Fisherman are just a few of the fabulous afghans in this 112 page book published by Leisure Arts.

Weldon is now offering autographed copies of The Best of Maggie Weldon Crochet Afghans on her website along with two free pillow patterns that match two of the afghans in the book. Internet users can visit www.MaggiesCrochet.com to order the book. Those without Internet access can call Maggie’s Crochet toll free at 1-888-454-2101. The cost of the book is $22.95.
More people know how to crochet and knit than ever before. Fifty-three million or 1-in-3 women know how, and there are 94 million more potential consumers. 85% of current crocheters and knitters plan to make as many or more projects in 2005. More younger women are crocheting and knitting than ever before and we know from previous research, passion for these crafts will grow with age. We offer free columns with projects for your readers.
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Recognized as one of today’s foremost crochet designers, Maggie Weldon designs afghans, home décor, and family fashions for publications, yarn companies, and her own company, Maggie’s Crochet. She has authored over two dozen books.
Maggie was taught to crochet by her fourth-grade teacher and has been crocheting for over 40 years. Her first design attempt was one of necessity. She crocheted a bunting for her three-month-old son, but was dismayed when she couldn’t get it off of him. He began to cry, leaving, Maggie with no alternative but to cut the front seam open. Later, she redesigned a button-up front for the bunting and the creative ideas haven’t stopped since.
Maggie markets her crochet leaflets and kits through her company, Maggie’s Crochet. Her website, MaggiesCrochet.com, serves over 30,000 people worldwide.
Maggie is a native of Michigan. With her husband Nate, and their two children, she moved to North Carolina in 1993. When she’s not designing or otherwise engaged in her favorite craft, Maggie enjoys visiting the scenic Carolina waterfalls, hiking, cooking and traveling.