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Crochet Techniques
There are more unique crochet stitches than anyone can count—which is what makes this remarkable book so valuable for crocheters. Each of its sampler rugs introduces the reader to a variety of new stitches. One consists of 36 squares, all in yarn of the same color, yet each with its own distinctive stitch. Another is a tasseled circle made with 19 multicolored hexagons. Still more projects are based on a jacquard stitch; Tunisian crochet (also called tricot); and rochenit (sometimes known as “on the double” crochet). Making any one of them is an education in the art of crochet. Plus, the result is a spectacularly beautiful rug.
208 pages, Paperback
First published March 4, 2008
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August 21, 2021
Extremely helpful and learned some really nice techniques.
October 3, 2011
This book includes 5 stitch sampler rug projects, one each with "classic" stitches, hexagon motifs, Jacquard squares, Tunisian crochet stitches, and double-ended crochet stitches.
What I like:
The book includes UK/Australian abbreviations with US terms in parenthesis, as well as stitch symbols, for each pattern. There are illustrated instructions for basic as well as special stitches throughout the book. There are joining suggestions for each project. There is a large, well lit photograph of each stitch, as well as full project photos of each rug. Stitch multiples are included so that you can easily adapt the stitches for a project of a different width. There aren't many English language stitch guides available for Tunisian or double-ended crochet crochet, so it's mere existence is something I enjoy.
What I don't like (or what's missing):
The "classic" sampler is made in an off white color, so it is hard to see some of the stitch detail in the photographs. The pattern difficulty rating is only listed for each sampler project, rather than for each stitch, and is so vague (e.g., "average to advanced") that it is almost meaningless. The binding doesn't lay flat, so it is difficult to crochet and read the pattern at the same time.
Overall, this is nice introduction to stitch guides and different crochet techniques. It is also a fun book for people who like making samplers.
What I like:
The book includes UK/Australian abbreviations with US terms in parenthesis, as well as stitch symbols, for each pattern. There are illustrated instructions for basic as well as special stitches throughout the book. There are joining suggestions for each project. There is a large, well lit photograph of each stitch, as well as full project photos of each rug. Stitch multiples are included so that you can easily adapt the stitches for a project of a different width. There aren't many English language stitch guides available for Tunisian or double-ended crochet crochet, so it's mere existence is something I enjoy.
What I don't like (or what's missing):
The "classic" sampler is made in an off white color, so it is hard to see some of the stitch detail in the photographs. The pattern difficulty rating is only listed for each sampler project, rather than for each stitch, and is so vague (e.g., "average to advanced") that it is almost meaningless. The binding doesn't lay flat, so it is difficult to crochet and read the pattern at the same time.
Overall, this is nice introduction to stitch guides and different crochet techniques. It is also a fun book for people who like making samplers.
October 19, 2009
This has some fun designs like checker and hearts that can be done with simple single crochet.
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