The Weekend Crafter: Crochet: 20 Simple and Stylish Designs to Wear

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Summary: Nice book...
Review: But I haven't found a lot of stuff I want to make, and the materials are not easliy available to me in my area, but it does have good directions.

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Summary: So-so book for beginners; patterns kind of dowdy
Review: I didn't find any of the patterns in this book interesting except the cable scarf and hat. The how-to instructions were clear, but limited. A plus to this book is each pattern had photos for the more difficult part of working the pattern. Also the stitch library, though concise, is clear and easy to understand. This is a good book for beginners only if you wanted to practice making things you would probably not want to wear. I found the vest and tank top to be dowdy. The backpack and star hat patterns were more modern, and there were new ideas such as adding a v-neck inset to one of your shirts. You are probably better off borrowing this book from someone who owns it.

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Summary: So-so book for beginners; patterns kind of dowdy
Review: I didn't find any of the patterns in this book interesting except the cable scarf and hat. The how-to instructions were clear, but limited. A plus to this book is each pattern had photos for the more difficult part of working the pattern. Also the stitch library, though concise, is clear and easy to understand. This is a good book for beginners only if you wanted to practice making things you would probably not want to wear. I found the vest and tank top to be dowdy. The backpack and star hat patterns were more modern, and there were new ideas such as adding a v-neck inset to one of your shirts. You are probably better off borrowing this book from someone who owns it.

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Summary: It's dull
Review: It's an okay book, but the designs are really dull and old-fashioned. I was always more of a knitter and found this book to discourage me from branching out to crocheting.

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Summary: Loved it!!
Review: So many ideas and up-to-date-patterns! You'll find the ideas and yarns in this book very exciting!

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Summary: Nice book...
Review: This would make a great gift for a new or advanced crocheter. The patterns were very easy to follow and I think it would encourage newbies because they are quick, easy, but modern.