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A good introduction to the craft. --Simply knitting
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Discover the creative potential of crochet with this comprehensive book that takes you from first steps to totally hooked - invaluable whatever your skill level. Basic techniques are thoroughly explained through clear artworks and easy-to-follow instructions, while over 35 alternative stitch patterns make this an indispensable library. Creative techniques stretch your skills to crochet stunning patterns, textures, colour effects and shapes for endless variation and possibilities. More than 30 original projects, from classic baby clothes to contemporary cushions and throws, explore the techniques, allowing you to learn a new technique and crochet a project straight away.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book has some really nice patterns in it, and it has some great descriptions of pretty stitches I noob like me didn't know yet.
The problem is, though, that I can't afford to make any of the patterns! Most of the yarns used are expensive. The gorgeous throw in the back of the book would cost £120 to make. Ouch. The patterns don't have a good explanation of what other yarn you could use, and there's not really an explanation of yarn substitution anywhere. On top of that, if you -do- have the knowledge, it can be really hard to find a substitute yarn anyway, since some of the yarns have odd properties you don't find in just any yarn (the cotton/microfibre yarn being an example).
Sometimes substituting isn't much of a problem: it doesn't matter if a throw turns out bigger or smaller. But when you do an item of clothing it's a different matter.
It'd be nice if the book could be edited with more (cheaper!) yarn suggestions.
The problem is, though, that I can't afford to make any of the patterns! Most of the yarns used are expensive. The gorgeous throw in the back of the book would cost £120 to make. Ouch. The patterns don't have a good explanation of what other yarn you could use, and there's not really an explanation of yarn substitution anywhere. On top of that, if you -do- have the knowledge, it can be really hard to find a substitute yarn anyway, since some of the yarns have odd properties you don't find in just any yarn (the cotton/microfibre yarn being an example).
Sometimes substituting isn't much of a problem: it doesn't matter if a throw turns out bigger or smaller. But when you do an item of clothing it's a different matter.
It'd be nice if the book could be edited with more (cheaper!) yarn suggestions.
31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is excellent if you want to learn how to crochet. It explains all of the stitches, tells you about various fibers and has projects that are quite useful and good looking. There are well written instructions for increasing and decreasing stitches, working in the round, getting your tension correct, making button holes and much more. I looked at a number of basic books before picking this one out and use it as a reference book all the time. Instructions in the stitch library and in the projects are written out as well as shown in a chart so you can learn how to read a chart without too much trial and error.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Bought this for a friend for xmas. She's a beginner and it was perfect. I am not a beginner and would also like a copy as it has loads of tips and ideas to offer.
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very good book
I think the book gives a comprehensive information about different types of stiches, also gives some basics and illustrates the stiches so it is easy to learn. Read more
Published 1 month ago by rastania
Buyer beware...
This is an excellent book, but buyer beware.. this one seems to be the American version (spelling gives clues, fiber, color etc) and the American crochet terms are not the same as... Read more
Published 3 months ago by turtle
brilliant book
I have knitted for 40 years but only started crocheting this year and this book helped me tremendously. its easy to use, diagrams easy to follow definately worth buying
Published 7 months ago by Smif
Excellent
Excellent value and a great help for someone who has not crocheted for some time and lots of good ideas for projects.
Published 12 months ago by Rosie
CROCHET
THIS IS A MUST FOR ANY CROCHETER THERE ARE PATTERNS AND SO MANY HELPFUL TIPS FROM BEGGINERS TO TIME SERVED
Published 16 months ago by WHICHCRAFTWITCH
Not for complete beginners...
I bought this book intending to teach myself to crochet but it does seem to take a certain amount of knowledge for granted. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Rachel CT
The complete book to get started with crochet
I'm very happy with this book, it's the best I've found on crochet. I'm not a complete beginner, but I'm self-thought and moreover being a foreigner living in UK I needed something... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Ilaria
Not for beginners
I bought this book hoping that it would teach me to crochet. On the first page it has an introduction to the basic stitches and next to the words was a photo of a cardigan with... Read more
Published on 2 Mar 2010 by Yvonne Kettler
A really useful resource!
Overall, I am delighted with this book which lives up to its description. I am a self-taught crocheter and needed to find out the names of the stitches I routinely use and how to... Read more
Published on 12 Feb 2010 by Dr. P. A. Quant
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