Synopses & Reviews
Review
"These patterns are just beautiful. This is definitely a book you'll want to keep in your creative library and curl up with on a chilly afternoon." McClatchy-Tribune Information Services
Review
"These patterns are just beautiful. This is definitely a book you'll want to keep in your creative library and curl up with on a chilly afternoon."
McClatchy-Tribune Information Services"Featuring new and fashionable designs...Omdahl has compiled a well-rounded collection of crochet patterns that combine classic lines with unusual stitch applications." monstersandcritics.com
"Kristin is known for her gorgeous designs, and she doesn't disappoint in this lovely book. The wraps, scarves and shawls are totally wearable and range from the casual to super chic." Crochet Insider
"A wonderful collection of wrap patterns." CraftGossip.com
"Kristin Omdahl is a force to be reckoned with, as she's able to kick out innovative, thoughtful patterns." YARN: The Australian Magazine for Knitting and More
"5 out of 5 stars. The directions are clear and extensive. I am not usually as fond of a book of crochet designs as I am of this one. Thank you Interweave, for a great crochet book." Knitting News
"Will appeal to those who have crochet experience, though the instructions for the designs are clear and detailed." Bangor Daily News
Synopsis
Learn to create stylish scarves, wraps, and shawls with this fresh approach to technique and construction that includes a variety of projects for a range of skill levels and varying time commitments. Featuring new and fashionable designs, this book of innovative projects is perfect for new and intermediate crocheters who want to take crochet to the next level with clever stitch motifs, new techniques to shaping, and creative embellishment ideas, such as unusual edgings, color work, and crocheting with beads, lace, ruffles, and tiers. Charts are included for every stitch pattern and motif and each pattern includes diagrams for all constructions, making this a complete resource for the hip crocheter.
About the Author
Best-selling author Kristin Omdahl designs knit and crochet garments and patterns under her label KRISTIN and website styledbykristin.com. She appears in every episode of
Knitting Daily TV on public television as the shows Crochet Corner expert, conducts seminars around the country, and teaches knitting and crochet in her DVD workshops, including
Innovative Crochet: Motifs. She is also the author of
Wrapped in Crochet,
Crochet So Fine, and
A Knitting Wrapsody. Kristins work has appeared in many magazines and books. She enjoys knitting and crocheting in her orchid garden in sunny southwest Florida.