- Paperback: 176 pages
- Publisher: Needlecraft Shop (1 Sep 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1573672785
- ISBN-13: 978-1573672788
- Product Dimensions: 27.4 x 20.1 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
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- #16 in Books > Home & Garden > Crafts > Rug & Carpetmaking
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Our talented designers created these out-of-the-ordinary afghans using their favorite yarns and stitch patterns.
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69 of 70 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm a great collector of afghan patterns, but this one will become a favourite. From the complex colour of the cover pattern to fast, big hook,thick/ multiple ply yarn designs, there's something here to please the adventurous, the classicist, and those in a hurry.
The patterns include several single colour, textured designs, including a lovely celtic cable. There are a few that use different qualities of yarn in one pattern( mohair and ribbon for instance) and a some that have elaborate block designs. There are many that are rated as easy enough for a beginner, none are really difficult.
US books often have overtly patriotic designs that I resent paying for, but this book has only one, and no cutesy designs specifically aimed at children. I found only two designs here that I really disliked, mostly these are attractive useful patterns that would be appropiate as gifts for all ages .
The patterns include several single colour, textured designs, including a lovely celtic cable. There are a few that use different qualities of yarn in one pattern( mohair and ribbon for instance) and a some that have elaborate block designs. There are many that are rated as easy enough for a beginner, none are really difficult.
US books often have overtly patriotic designs that I resent paying for, but this book has only one, and no cutesy designs specifically aimed at children. I found only two designs here that I really disliked, mostly these are attractive useful patterns that would be appropiate as gifts for all ages .
28 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is a visual treat, and like one of the other reviewers, I found that there are only a couple of the patterns that I didn't like. If I had to pay a euro (or dollar) for each of the 50 patterns, the book would still be excellent value. The photography is beautifully done, making it easy to see how the stitches should look, and making for an inspiring read. This is a book you could leave on your coffee table for people to enjoy leafing through. Anyone who has ever crocheted at any point in their lives will be moved to pick up their hook and yarn and get busy.
There's a page in the back with a reminder (i.e. drawings and text) about the various stitch types, for those whose crochet skills have got a little rusty. The patterns are written in American crochet terminology, but if you're not accustomed to that, don't worry, because there's a conversion table in the back that gives the British equivalents.
There's a page in the back with a reminder (i.e. drawings and text) about the various stitch types, for those whose crochet skills have got a little rusty. The patterns are written in American crochet terminology, but if you're not accustomed to that, don't worry, because there's a conversion table in the back that gives the British equivalents.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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I just bought this book myself because I love to crochet, and I just love it. There are so many wonderful projects in it to make and the only problem will be where to begin. There are great color pictures for all the projects and I think that there will be something here for everyone. I am very pleased with this book and I am sure that you will be too.
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crochet book
fantastic book, I can't stop looking at the patterns they are gorgeous! With all the book I have bought for crochet and knitting this is my favourite of all!
Published 10 months ago by Rees Ruault
Decent - but certainly not sensational.
I'm actually not as impressed by this book as many other reviewers seem to be - it is a decent enough collection, with some nice ideas that I would like to try - and indeed, a few... Read more
Published on 15 May 2010 by J. Walker
Disappointed?
Looking forward to this book because of all the reviews. It's ok but a tad boring and some patterns are just too fussy. Read more
Published on 3 May 2010 by Pixies
You know you want to
Wanted the book as soon as I saw the front cover....it didn't disappoint. Glorious detained photos throughout. Never again will I think of crochet as just something my Grannie did. Read more
Published on 6 Mar 2010 by M. Robbie
beautiful!!!
the book is great, the photos are so beautiful and the patterns make my fingers tingle, just can't wait to start a new afghan project!!!
Published on 15 May 2009 by M. Homan
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