In "Essential Crochet", Erika Knight, international designer and author of the hugely popular "Simple Crochet", brings crochet design bang up-to-date for the modern maker. At a moment, when many of us are keen to stamp our lives and our homes with a touch of individuality, these beautiful textiles are the ideal solution to indulge ourselves, to bestow as gifts and to create modern heirloom pieces. With 30 beautiful projects for homewares and accessories, Erika cleverly combines the nostalgic with the contemporary to entice beginners into this established craft and to inspire experienced practitioners to try new ideas and materials. With a complete guide to the basics of how to crochet, illustrated with step-by-step photographs, the essential crochet techniques are all that is needed to create the projects in the book. Designs are grouped thematically by style and colour palette, embracing both the modern and the traditional. They range from a basic patchwork throw made from an easy-care wool cotton in natural shades and a filet lace cushion in crisp white cotton with timeless appeal, to a contemporary tablemat made of pearlised wire and a glamorous pin-on corsage. Each pattern has been devised for the homemaker, with all instructions clearly explained so the minimal number of steps provides the maximum results.
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"'Will prompt one to take up a hook and learn to crochet' Crafts Beautiful"
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Erika Knight is a much respected knitwear and crochet designer, as well as a sought-after fashion and crafts consultant. For many years she has been working towards a greater understanding and accessibility within the crafts arena to bring it to a new generation. Erika has worked for a number of major fashion houses including Nicole Farhi, Whistles, Edina Ronay in the UK; J. Crew and Gap in the US; and Country Road in Australia; as well as running her own company producing designer knitwear. Erika has published a number of highly acclaimed knitting books including New Knits and Baby Bloom, as well two books on crochet: Simple Crochet and Essential Crochet, which have sold in excess of 200,000 copies worldwide. She has also published four titles in the Collectables series Classic, Glamour, Classic at Home and Glamour at Home each a collection of 15 stunning designs for womenswear and the home. Her latest book Beads and Buttons is based on jewellery design.
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43 of 43 people found the following review helpful
By J. Laycock
Format:Paperback
I bought this book a few months ago and have had a go at a few of the projects. The projects themselves look lovely, but in some cases the patterns leave a lot to be desired. I tried the filet lace cushion but soon found that the pattern was riddled with mistakes, with stitches and even whole rounds missing, and eventually had to use the photo as a guide along with the incomplete pattern.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I got this book by mistake. Well, I ordered it from the library instead of Simple Crochet by the same author. I can understand why this book is getting mixed reviews. Yes, it is filled with errors (I reckon it's been 'translated' from American) and the photo's, whilst inspiring, don't help very much because they're too off-the-wall and obscure, but it's full of nice projects. Ms Knight doesn't always make it clear what she means - for example she assumes you'll figure out by yourself how to work subsequent rows of solomon's knot. The patchwork blanket is delightful, but I don't understand why it isn't joined on the last round instead of stitched together. That said, it's worth a look for the inspirational pieces she's made. Get it from the library first, though, instead of forking out. Oh, and don't let her catch you making anything in the book for money - the patterns are heavily copyrighted.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was at the next to last row on the rose cushion when I realised, as other reviewers have, that there was somthing wrong with the instructions. Went to WWW.Erikaknight.co.uk where they list errata for this and other of her books. I have now finished the cushion and am really pleased with it. There are lots of lovely bright inspirational pictures in this book, and I would recommend it even to anyone who hasn't done a lot of crochet.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
LOTS OF IDEAS
A smashing book of lots of projects for me to get started on. I LOVE IT and L@@king forward to seeing thr fruits of my labour. busy making something at the moment. Read more
Published 1 month ago by knittingNanna
3.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful book
Always beautiful books from Erika Knight but must she only use very expensive yarns? I am an experienced crocheter and can change yarns after doing some searching on the internet... Read more
Published on 5 May 2011 by Linda586
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Hobby Revisited.
I bought the book after watching Kirsty Alsop on TV - she really inspired me to start crocheting again! Kirsty visited
Erika Knight for a lesson and recommended her books. Read more
Erika Knight for a lesson and recommended her books. Read more
Published on 14 Dec 2010 by C. GRIMSDELL
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it
Love Erika Knights books and especially this. It is very inspirational and you want to do all the projects yourself. Read more
Published on 1 Nov 2010 by Betina
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
This book is inspiring and certainly I went straight out to buy some hooks and yarn, lovely pictures and good quality book.
Published on 10 Feb 2009 by Angela C
3.0 out of 5 stars
Nice book, but not remarkable
I got this book because a friend has it (she bought it with plans to learn to crochet and never did) and I really liked a few of the patterns in it. Read more
Published on 30 July 2008 by Jen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful book
I saw this book, couldn't resist, and wasn't disappointed when I received it. The pictures are beautiful and I can't wait to start crocheting! Read more
Published on 15 Jun 2008 by C. Saunders
3.0 out of 5 stars
"Irresistible projects" too easy to resist
This book is ok. I got it from the library to check it out before I put my money in it. I don't think I will be buying it. Read more
Published on 21 Nov 2007 by Incredifish
5.0 out of 5 stars
I use this book again and again!
I have just recently learned to crochet and buying this book was the catalyst for me finally getting the hang of it. Read more
Published on 23 Aug 2007 by knitting queen
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