- Paperback: 224 pages
- Publisher: Taunton Press (May 1 2000)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1561583103
- ISBN-13: 978-1561583102
- Product Dimensions: 27.7 x 21.7 x 1.3 cm
- Shipping Weight: 717 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #132,313 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Product Description
From Library Journal
The Seventies saw the publication of many excellent crochet books, such as Judith Copeland's Modular Crochet (1978), James Walters's Crochet Workshop (1979. o.p.), and Vibeke Lind's Practical Modern Crochet (1973. o.p.). Since then, outstanding crochet titles have been few and far between. Now Tracy and Levin bring crochet into the 21st century with Crochet Your Way, a happy combination of instruction and projects designed for crocheters of all levels. As they work through a 20-block sampler afghan that illustrate stitches and techniques covered in the book, beginners will appreciate instruction for both left- and right-handers, as well as the opportunity to learn both written crochet-pattern abbreviations and symbol crochet. For each block, there are row-by-row instructions, explanatory notes, links to projects showing techniques used, and instructions using international crochet symbols. The second half of the book includes designs for garments and home accessories displaying techniques and stitches taught in the sampler afghan. Garments feature a wide range of sizes and are quite attractive. Arguably the best crochet book on the market today, Crochet Your Way is enthusiastically recommended for public libraries and textile collections.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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There are an estimated 30 million crocheters in the U.S. alone, from novices to artists. Crochet Your Way has something for everyone. A comprehensive guide, it starts with the basics through a quick review of 20 different pattern stitches. Each stitch includes clear technique tips with accompanying illustrations. When the 20 squares are completed, they can be joined together to create an original afghan.
By emphasizing the concepts behind the craft as well as the practical aspects, Crochet Your Way also helps the enthusiast learn to crochet any pattern available. For those who already know how to crochet, the book will give them the tools they need to move to the next skill level. Included are more than 35 creative projects, including hats, sweaters, and home accessories, all illustrated with 275 photos and step-by-step drawings.
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Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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2.0 out of 5 stars
Too Many Pattern Mistakes,
By "elloyd94" (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Crochet Your Way (Paperback)
I consider myself an intermediate level crocheter and I really like a lot of the designs in this book. However, I made the "Learn to Crochet Afghan" and found A LOT of mistakes in the instructions. Even some of the basic stitch directions have typos. I'm hesitant to start another project for fear of having to start over due to pattern mistakes.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good reference - don't do the patterns,
By A Customer
This review is from: Crochet Your Way (Paperback)
I have some experience with crocheting, and was looking for those ever-elusive sweater patterns. Some are a bit weird, but I tried the vest on pg. 168 and the pattern is wrong - I had to unravel and go back. I've seen other references to incorrect patterns, so - beware. The reference part is nice, though.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspiration for beginners and long time crocheters alike,
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This review is from: Crochet Your Way (Paperback)
This is a great crochet book for many reasons. One reason is the wonderful photographs and the clear consise instructions that come with the projects. Another reason is because it shows crochet being fashionable and easy to make as opposed to being something "old fashioned" looking.When my youngest neice asked for a crochet book as a gift, this is the book I picked to give her. It has good instructions for beginning crocheters (which she is) and has enough innovative patterns to keep her interested past the initial frustration of learning a new craft. This is a high compliment from me because I've been crocheting over 30 years and have seen many crochet books and I thought this one was the best for a young woman just starting to crochet. (I may have chosen the Lily Chin one, but it wasn't out at that time.) I recommend this book highly to anybody who wants to expand their crochet skills. The projects are beautiful and instructions are clear. (No, I _didn't_ see the "mistake" on page 156. I'm wondering if the other reviewer may have misread the instructions.) If you know a crocheter and he or she doesn't have this book, give them this book at the next gift giving opportunity. If you crochet, you should get this book and enjoy it.
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