Kids Crochet: Projects for Kids of All Ages

by Kelli Ronci, Lena Corwin (Illustrator)

Craft expert Kelli Ronci loves to crochet and she's figured out the easiest way to teach it to kids. In this delightful book, she demonstrates how to make 15 fun, colorful projects, including an earflap hat, a patchwork poncho, and a cupcake-shaped pincushion.

Kids Crochet presents everything from finger-crocheting to crocheting in the round, all supported by easy-to-follow instructions, full-color illustrations, and charming photos of boys and girls busily stitching. In addition, intriguing sidebars explore such subjects as crochet around the world, the origins of yarn, and popular crochet-for-charity programs. Both an ideal educational tool and an entertaining introduction to a creative leisuretime activity, Kids Crochet brings one of the biggest trends in adult crafting to children of all ages.

 

Genres: Nonfiction, Crochet, Crafts, Childrens

128 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2005

About the author

An avid collector of old craft books and magazines, Kelli enjoys scouring flea markets and vintage shops for unique materials and design inspiration.
She knits, crochets, sews, and creates with just about anything she can find - paper, pine cones, socks, ribbon, beads, buttons, yarn, gumdrops - you name it. With her keen sense for "seeing" beyond the typical use of a material, and a passion for color and whimsy, Kelli's creations express a charming and playful wit.

A former craft editor at Martha Stewart Living, Kelli currently wears many hats. In between prop styling and designing craft projects for various publications, she is busy developing Kk, her own line of handmade curiosities. This includes the line of stuffed sock toys called Play With Your Socks.

Reviews

[Lucy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I checked this book out on my brother's girlfriend's recommendation. Not quite sure why it is called Kid's Crochet, because I thought it was good for adults too! But it really simplifies things, which is nice. Only uses single stitches in all the patterns, which is nice if you are just learning, or a slow learner like me! Cool patterns too...like cupcakes and bears!

[Jenine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent photos, instructions and illustrations. OCD in its best application. I made a hat with earflaps, cute! It was a little small but that was my fault (I am resistant to gauge testing). Katy wears it anyway. I should probably buy this book for our reference.

[Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love the detailed descriptions!

[Aimee · Rating 4 out of 5]

I picked this book up to teach my daughters how to crochet (and to help me refresh my memory.) I love the simplicity in it! The book teaches a variety of crochet techniques using only the single crochet stitch. There are no intimidating patterns or confusing crochet shorthand, just straight-forward directions and good illustrations. This would be good for kids as well as adults who are starting from zero in the crochet world.

[Doris · Rating 5 out of 5]

For the first time ever, a book that explains crochet in simple, easy to understand directions.

[Tracy Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent introduction to crochet for anyone, whatever your 'kid age'.

[Sarah Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a pretty good book for all ages, though it is primarily for children. It has lots of great color pictures, good easy to understand directions and fun projects sized for kids and things they would be interested in. I would recommend it for adult beginners also as it has a fun and colorful pictures both illustrated and real throughout the learning process. It starts with basic finger crochet then takes them into using hooks which is really neat because most people don't realize how easy it is to make some things with just your fingers. My daughter really likes to finger crochet and has made herself some really simple but nice bracelets, necklaces, belts, etc.

[librarygrl · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a fun book....to look at! I really wanted to learn how to crochet, but I just cannot get the hang of that hook. BLAST that hook!!! I'll just stick to my knitting needles. It's still a great book for the kiddies and those who are new to crochet.

[Krista · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book had super cute patterns and the directions (although I did not follow them) seemed very clear and easy to follow. I really want to make the cupcake pincushions. This would be a great addition to my crochet library.

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good instructions that start out with basic projects and get progressively more complicated. This seems like a good resource for kids starting out and even a good one for adults needing a refresher in certain techniques.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely LOVE this book. All the patterns are in single crochet, the simplest stitch, and it's great for teaching young kids! My daughter is left handed, so I'm still trying to teach her. But this will help a lot!

[Toni · Rating 4 out of 5]

i love this book! even though it is geared towards kids, i found it tremendously inspiring and full of super cute projects--most of which i would want to make.

[Carrie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this book for my niece. The patterns are adorable and the instructions are very kid-friendly.

[Rae · Rating 5 out of 5]

Meg of Elsie Marley (elsiemarley.com) recommended this one. After seeing the cute hat she made for one of her kids, I had to get it. I love it!

[Laura Cheek · Rating 5 out of 5]

My daughter is really enjoying working through some of these very cute projects. Two thumbs up!

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just ask to see my new crochet tool case, it will tell you everything you need to know.

[April Lashon]

I Bought this book back in 2011, and I look through it often!

[Anne · Rating 3 out of 5]

All little girly things... Fine for 10 yr olds

[Kel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I taught myself to crochet and made a scarf for my son. The instructions are clear and illustrations are helpful.