The materials you need, the way to hold the hook, and directions for dozens of stitches: here is essential information for any newcomer to crochet. All of this and much more appear in this bountifully illustrated beginner’s guide. Start out learning the 3 basic crochet stitches and quickly move on to making geometric forms, lace
The materials you need, the way to hold the hook, and directions for dozens of stitches: here is essential information for any newcomer to crochet. All of this and much more appear in this bountifully illustrated beginner’s guide. Start out learning the 3 basic crochet stitches and quickly move on to making geometric forms, lace patterns, edgings, and seams. By the time you’ve worked your way though the large selection of stitches and weaves, you’ll have mastered over 50 fundamental techniques.
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Great guide for those with limited patience! I’d tried new things in crocheting before this book, but really didn’t have the patience for the kinds of patterns that read: dsc. *yo 3dc in 1st sc* 2dc [3dc]. Huh??? I’m from Missouri – you’ve got to show me. Those black and white diagrams of individual stitches like double and triple were ok, but as far as advancing beyond potholders, I wanted to crochet to relax, not decipher some ancient text so I could crochet. This book is great for those of us who want to see a picture of what it’s supposed to look like each step of the way. It also shows you some really interesting effects you can create, though there aren’t any real patterns per se in the book. However, once you see how the stitches are worked, deciphering those patterns that drove you nuts is a lot easier. Wish I’d found this book before I made all those potholders!
WOW! What a book! I came across the book in the library in Panama City Beach during our Thanksgiving vacation. I just sat down on the floor with awe. I went from cover to cover pausing at many items then started back over and looked how finely detailed the book was. Going from what you need to instruction on how to follow directions. The colors chosen are beautiful. The patterns, stiches and projects are awesome. The shapes to make are great. There is just some much good to say about the book. I’m so glad I came back across it to be able to purchase it. It is worth the investment to add to your collection, or the perfect book to start your collection!!
Thorough and Invaluable Resource As a beginner student of crochet, I have found this book an extremely thorough resource both for remembering the basic stitches and for learning new ones. What I like most about this book, however, is the broad spectrum of lessons that it teaches. While many books teach beginners a few random patterns, this volume teaches the student what’s needed to create his/her own projects. It offers instruction on such things as Irish lace, geometric shapes, working with two or more colors, methods for increasing/decreasing, button-holes, and much more.If I did have a complaint about the book, it would be that the grouping of lessons seems to be somewhat scattered. For example, a few lessons on edging will be separated from the others by a lesson or two on Irish lace.I should also mention that if you are looking for a book of patterns, this is not it. This book is best used for learning specific techniques that can be be implemented in creating your own patterns or can be…