Crocheted Collars & Yokes for Sweatshirts (1987) by Linda Hammonds is a delightful late-1980s collection from the American School of Needlework that combines two popular fashion trends of the era — hand-crocheted lace collars and colorful sweatshirts.

Simply crochet one of the seven beautiful collars, sew it to a purchased sweatshirt, and cut away the original neckline. The result is a pretty lacy yoke or collar that transforms an ordinary sweatshirt into something special. Designs include the intricate Pinwheels, romantic Floral Spray, delicate Flower Lace, soft Ruffled Lace, classic Medallion, charming Heartbreaker, and deep Scallop Shells.

All collars are worked in bedspread-weight (Size 10) crochet cotton with a size 7 steel hook and can also be worn unattached on dresses, blouses, or sweaters. A wonderful book for anyone who loves feminine, wearable lace from the 1980s.