Crochet Workshop is the perfect book for the beginner. Under Erika Knight's guidance even those who have never picked up a crochet hook before will soon be making gorgeous projects and all the while learning new techniques and adding to their skills. Each of the 20 projects in the book will teach you a new stitch, technique or trick, and will build on and consolidate crochet techniques already learnt in the preceding projects, until you have mastered a wide repertoire of skills and completed an enviable collection of gorgeous crocheted items. With Erika's stunning designs, crochet is no longer the kitsch retro craft that saw the endless crocheted bikinis and shawls of the seventies. Crochet Workshop showcases the incredible variety of finishes that different crochet techniques can produce. Erika begins with simple scarves and hats that are chic accessories as well as being the perfect items to practise basic stitches. She then takes you through the dense textures of double and treble crochet - which make excellent bags, purses and even a laptop case - and then moves on to the more intricate, delicate lace stitches - perfect for heirloom shawls and antique-style cushions. Freeform or random crochet takes the craft to a more demanding level and projects like the edge-to-edge cardigan will provide a new challenge for all creative crocheters. With exquisite photography by Yuki Sugiura that perfectly shows each of the beautiful designs, and supported with clear charts and artworks, Erika Knight has created the ultimate book for new enthusiasts of this remarkable craft.
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'This super-stylish book is perfect for beginners and experts alike' for Crochet Workshop --Mollie Makes, June 2012
'Learn how to crochet with 20 inspiring projects' for Crochet Workshop --Bookseller Buyer's Guide, February 2012
'Crochet Workshop is the perfect book for the beginner. Under Erika Knight's guidance even those who have never picked up a crochet hook before will soon be making gorgeous projects' for Crochet Workshop --The Guardian Bookshop, June 2012
'Learn how to crochet with 20 inspiring projects' for Crochet Workshop --Bookseller Buyer's Guide, February 2012
'Crochet Workshop is the perfect book for the beginner. Under Erika Knight's guidance even those who have never picked up a crochet hook before will soon be making gorgeous projects' for Crochet Workshop --The Guardian Bookshop, June 2012
Crochet Workshop sets itself apart from other beginner books with its unique approach, giving full technical guidance before and during a sequence of carefully selected projects. It is evident every aspect of the book has been thoroughly considered.” August, Let’s Get Crafting
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Erika Knight is a much respected knitwear and crochet designer, as well as a soughtafter fashion and crafts consultant. She has created knitwear ranges for many top brands including M&S, Whistles and Nicole Farhi in the UK, J. Crew and Gap in the US and Country Road in Australia. Through her work as a fashion forecaster, she has an uncanny knack of identifying coming trends. This year Erika Knight is launching her own capsule collection of high-quality hand knit yarns, which are all sheared, scoured and spun in England. As you would expect from this talented designer, the texture and colour are truly special. Crochet Workshop is Erika's fourteenth book to be published by Quadrille. Author Location: Brighton
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm mainly a knitter, I can crochet granny squares but until I read this book I could not follow a crochet pattern or chart.
The presentation of the book is beautiful, lovely high quality paper, photographs and an elegant neutral colour palette. But I am not quite so enthusiastic about some of the projects. I think it is fair to say that although there are so many good things to say about crochet, its simplicity, the comforting association with our grannies, the way we can use up all sorts of scraps and how a piece of work is perfect to fit into a corner of our bags for long journeys, the problems arise when thinking what to make. Throws, cushions and shawls, yes but actual clothing, not so sure. Erika Knight has come up with some very innovative designs but I could not quite see me wearing the Asymmetrical Cardigan or the Edgy Scarf.
But there is still plenty of goodness in there, the Slipper Boots are fun, I rather wish I had a dog so that I could make the Rag Pet Bed and I loved the Texture Throw
Quite often when I see a new book I leap into the projects first imagining all the pretty things I will make but this book is much stronger on the technical aspects of the craft, ideal for a novice like me.
The presentation of the book is beautiful, lovely high quality paper, photographs and an elegant neutral colour palette. But I am not quite so enthusiastic about some of the projects. I think it is fair to say that although there are so many good things to say about crochet, its simplicity, the comforting association with our grannies, the way we can use up all sorts of scraps and how a piece of work is perfect to fit into a corner of our bags for long journeys, the problems arise when thinking what to make. Throws, cushions and shawls, yes but actual clothing, not so sure. Erika Knight has come up with some very innovative designs but I could not quite see me wearing the Asymmetrical Cardigan or the Edgy Scarf.
But there is still plenty of goodness in there, the Slipper Boots are fun, I rather wish I had a dog so that I could make the Rag Pet Bed and I loved the Texture Throw
Quite often when I see a new book I leap into the projects first imagining all the pretty things I will make but this book is much stronger on the technical aspects of the craft, ideal for a novice like me.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Becr
Format:Paperback
I'm a bit lazy at writing reviews but I have been so impressed by this book that I felt I had to contribute something! I have been crocheting for a year now but only have the confidence to crochet simple stuff, having bought many crochet books that leave me frustrated and questioning my intelligence :)))) Finally this book has had the opposite effect. The book is beautifully presented, the colours used and styling is just gorgeous. I think it is very clear and easy to follow and I just love the projects, they really do give you confidence to try something new and persevere, as all the information is there, nothing is assumed in terms of knowledge. Love it!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Dandelion
Format:Paperback
So far I've made the slipper boots, the snood and am halfway through the gloves. I love all the ideas and the classy choice of good quality, often British wool. Easy to follow patterns. I've been crocheting for about 8 months and found that I've learned new things from this book. New techniques are clearly explained and I've built my confidence.
Love this book. Modern and tasteful.
Love this book. Modern and tasteful.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fabulous projects, appealing colour scheme, good for beginners
Bought this book for a friend who has not done any crocheting before, but likes to learn it. I ended up copying all the pages for myself before giving it to her, as I liked the... Read more
Published 18 days ago by Sily30
5.0 out of 5 stars
A lovely book
This book is great value for money. There are 20 projects and a lot of guidance is given. At the beginning, Erika Knight explains the differences between yarns, which is really... Read more
Published 1 month ago by g41
3.0 out of 5 stars
To crochet or not to crochet, that is the question
I am an intermediate knitter & thought I would try my hand at learning to crochet. This is the 4th crochet book I've recently purchased. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Funny Mummy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another present
Wanted as a present by someone wishing to learn to chrochet provides easy to follow instructions and ideas for projects for people learning this craft. Well liked.
Published 3 months ago by MrsP
5.0 out of 5 stars
Simple
This book describes in great detail how to crochet and is most helpful. No doubt it will be referred to many times in the future.
Published 3 months ago by P. King
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book
I love this book.It's exactly what I was looking for...modern crochet projects for home.I love the yarns and their olours used in this book.
Published 3 months ago by Aleksandra
4.0 out of 5 stars
Crochet workshop
Great book a little grey ! but very detailed I would buy it again have not done any projects yet but I most certainly will
Published 7 months ago by Donald G. Mitchell
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fab but better photos would be good
Crochet books can be a little bit hit and miss, the cover looks great but inside the projects can be a little strange. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mrs. S. J. Currie
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