I did a bad thing

I found these at Mitsuwa's bookstore (can't remember the name of the store), the bookstore was closing, so everything was 30% off. I like Japanese patterns, sizewise it would probably fit me better, I'm petite. Unfortunately I could not read Japanese, even though most of the instructions are in drawings and charts, I can only guess what I'm suppose to do. Another thing is the Yarns, I'm not good when it comes to substitute the yarns; on top of that, the patterns use "weight" (gms) instead of yards. That makes me wonder if I will ever make something out of these books?! But they are still very pretty to look at, great "tea" table books (since I don't drink coffee.... ).


The red cover is a Hairpin Lace pattern book, very interesting book.


This is from the Hairpin Lace book, cute eh?!


I don't like crochet, but look at that stole, I will definitely make that.


Look at this convertible shrug/sweater. Smart!


This one is from the Keito Dama winter issue, simply too cute.