Unexpected Afghans: Innovative Crochet Designs with Traditional Techniques
Unexpected Afghans presents 29 innovative interpretations of a favorite at-home essential. From best-selling author Robyn Chachula comes an in-depth look into crocheting traditional afghans using contemporary techniques, colors and patterns. Expert designers including Kristin Omdahl, Kathy Merrick, Kimberly McAlindin, and many more, provide an abundance of fresh patterns and projects that are perfect for new
Unexpected Afghans presents 29 innovative interpretations of a favorite at-home essential. From best-selling author Robyn Chachula comes an in-depth look into crocheting traditional afghans using contemporary techniques, colors and patterns.
Expert designers including Kristin Omdahl, Kathy Merrick, Kimberly McAlindin, and many more, provide an abundance of fresh patterns and projects that are perfect for new and advanced crocheters as they start out beginner-friendly and become more complex, allowing a crocheter to build skills and confidence. Designers at any level will enjoy:A detailed technique’s workshop in every chapter including cables, motifs, color, lace, and Tunisian crochet.Helpful tips from designers for working through each afghan project.Easy-to-follow charts and diagrams. Along with tons of beautiful afghan projects for all skill levels, you’ll find many of your favorite designer’s biographies–giving you an exploration into their inspiration.
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Not for the faint of heart! The book has fabulous patterns & is full of new stitches to learn! Do not be fooled by the simplistic appearing afghan on the cover- these are complex patterns & take a bit of work to get right! After starting & unravelling a panel of the ‘Vik’ afghan several times (more like 8…) I decided to go for an easier cabled afghan in the book to get my footing back. I am an avid crochetter & have made many an afghan; this is the perfect gift for any experienced crochetter looking for something new.
Already made two blankets! I made the Exploded Pineapple and Smocked Elegance blankets from this book. I’m new to crocheting and this book provides a variety of blankets and crocheting methods that help me grow as a crocheter. The blankets range from heavy to lace, striped to granny motifs and provides great tips for each project.I want to make the Starburst Entrelac and Mission Cable blankets but will have to wait until I have more time to commit to these projects. I would recommend this book to both…
Very disappointing! Not worth the price. Very disappointing! Many of the afgans were pretty and innovative, but so small! There was only one decent sized afgan in the whole book. The rest were sized for toddlers or children.