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Modular Crochet
A unique foolproof method for making exquisite crocheted garments and accessories.
- GenresCrochet
192 pages, Hardcover
First published December 1, 1978
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December 30, 2011
I had been wishing for this book since I took the Craft Yarn Council Crochet Instructors Program at the Fashion Institute of Technology in 2007. Arnetta Kenney, the fabulous instructor, talked to us about this out-of-print book and made it sound pretty awesome. As soon as I got home, I looked it up on Amazon.com and discovered that it was selling for anywhere between $40 and $200! I’ve periodically looked it up since then, and the prices have constantly hovered over $60. By some miracle, I was able to find the book for only $4.95 (with $4 shipping) in August.
The book is just as great as I imagined it would be. Judith Copeland's concept is to make custom designed pullover tops using 8 rectangles. The book walks you through a simple pullover and then shows you many variations in style and size. It is the kind of book I love because there are no patterns, just descriptions of what to do to make the projects your own. This is the type of design book that is widely available to knitters but in short supply for crocheters.
While you would think that all the designs would be boxy and shapeless (since they are made using rectangles), Copeland actually achieves many different shapes and drapes because her method uses crochet done on its side (so vertically on the pullovers rather than horizontally); the pieces are constructed together, rather than sewn from flat pieces at the end; and she also shapes many of the garments to achieve a more fitted look.
This is a wonderful book that is light on text but clearly explains a process for creating simple crocheted pullovers using illustrations and many many, many photographs. The method uses just basic crochet stitches, so it is suitable for even a beginner. There are many variations including bikini tops, tank tops, v-necks, turtlenecks, and hoodies.
If you like to crochet and/or make sweaters, I encourage you to get your hands on a copy.
The book is just as great as I imagined it would be. Judith Copeland's concept is to make custom designed pullover tops using 8 rectangles. The book walks you through a simple pullover and then shows you many variations in style and size. It is the kind of book I love because there are no patterns, just descriptions of what to do to make the projects your own. This is the type of design book that is widely available to knitters but in short supply for crocheters.
While you would think that all the designs would be boxy and shapeless (since they are made using rectangles), Copeland actually achieves many different shapes and drapes because her method uses crochet done on its side (so vertically on the pullovers rather than horizontally); the pieces are constructed together, rather than sewn from flat pieces at the end; and she also shapes many of the garments to achieve a more fitted look.
This is a wonderful book that is light on text but clearly explains a process for creating simple crocheted pullovers using illustrations and many many, many photographs. The method uses just basic crochet stitches, so it is suitable for even a beginner. There are many variations including bikini tops, tank tops, v-necks, turtlenecks, and hoodies.
If you like to crochet and/or make sweaters, I encourage you to get your hands on a copy.
June 25, 2015
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
A very comprehensive guide to designing your own crochet pullovers, with attention to proper fitting. The idea of crocheting in a straight line is attractive to many crocheters, and working in the back loop only makes for a beautiful pattern. Intriguing to make a pullover this way, and one that really fits.
A very comprehensive guide to designing your own crochet pullovers, with attention to proper fitting. The idea of crocheting in a straight line is attractive to many crocheters, and working in the back loop only makes for a beautiful pattern. Intriguing to make a pullover this way, and one that really fits.
August 24, 2015
One of my favorite craft books of all time! Teaches you the basic building blocks of crocheted apparel and shows you how easy it is to create your own patterns.
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