Adorable Fruits & Vegetables to Crochet

Add some zest to your kitchen décor with these fun-to-make crocheted ornaments.

Suitable for crafters at all skill levels, 24 appealing projects include a banana, complete with a crocheted "skin" that allows you to peel and remove the fruit; a full lemon and one that's cut in half; a pea pod, complete with little removable peas; and other charming fruits and vegetables.

Each project features detailed instructions and is accompanied by full-color photos of the finished item.

Also included are suggestions for appropriate types of yarn, stuffing, and other materials as well as the best hooks, needles, and other tools; notes on assembly and finishing touches; and estimates for how long each project takes to complete (most can be crocheted in less than an hour).

These cute little crocheted ornaments make charming, unusual gifts for friends and family, too.