Giant Hook Know-How 08; Basic Techniques 10; Holding the hook; Tips for giant hooks; Making slip loops, single, double, and treble crochet; Crocheting in the round; Fastening off; Crocheting with special yarns; Yarns for Giant Hooks 18; Giant-Hook Textures 22; Crocheting with Rags 24; Gallery Of Projects 26; Scarves 28; Seven styles of scarf, including lace-like ones, chunky scarves with pom-poms, scarves decorated with beads, lacy shawls, and chenille pom-poms; Bags 58; Five contemporary styles with variations: string shopper, double-crochet bags, bag with rag strap, rag handbag, and net bag; Crochet for the Home 84; Eight projects for the home - cushions, blankets and rugs - in different stitches and colourways including contemporary afghans, buttoned cushions, twine baskets, and a circular rag rug. Finishing Touches 112; Weaving in ends; giant seams; trims for scarves and handles for bags; cushion cover finishes and trims; Yarn Suppliers 126; Index 127; Acknowledgments 128