Crochet Lace: Techniques, Patterns, and Projects (Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace) Kindle Edition

fun book with so many designs. great addition to my book collection.

just as described

Great book for crochet lovers ! Easy to understand and follow to quickly make unique crochet gifts. Would highly recommend!

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The description of this book stated that no experience was necessary. I’d say that is definitely not true. I’ve tried crochet before and failed to really get it. So I tried this book. It didn’t help me any though it did inspire me to go search the internet for videos again. And this time I did pick the basics up quickly, so yay for that. I still wouldn’t feel comfortable with some of these patterns yet. Some because they seem overwhelming (a single bedspread that requires breaking out the daisy loom as well as 32 balls of crochet cotton). Some because they seem too fine for a newbie. Some because they’re meant to mimic tatting, and I find needle tatting much faster and easier. So that’s the bad.The good is that if you’re already comfortable with crochet of all sizes (specifically smaller hooks / motifs here), you’ll sure enjoy this book. Aside from the patterns it attempts to give us some history of crochet. Though the patterns are the main aspects of the book. From gloves, to edgings, to blankets — there’s a little of everything using primarily smaller motifs. Much of it is meant to mimic more Victorian styles with little to no attempts to modernize those classics.I’d recommend the book for advanced crocheters or those comfortable working with smaller hooks. For newbies and those not comfortable working smaller, I’d skip it.* Disclaimer: I received this book at no cost in order to review it. I offered no guarantee of a positive review, though I only request books I think I'll like because why read a book you think you’ll hate?

This book is a re-release of the 2003 book of the same name by Pauline Turner. You may want to check your existing books to be sure that you don't already have it. It does not seem to have been updated, merely re-released.That was good for me as I don't have a copy of the original book. Ms. Turner provides very interesting historical information about crochet and makes conclusions based on her research. Additionally, and more importantly to me, she provides excellent information about various types of lace crochet.The patterns in the book are based on US crochet terms, so you will see mention of single crochet. There are a good number of illustrations, photographs, and detailed instructions for the various stitch types, motifs, and patterns included in the book. The chapters include: The Basics (basic information on how to crochet), Filet Crochet, Motifs, Joining Motifs, Irish Crochet, Crochet Imitating Other Types of Lace, Edgings, and Adaptation and Finishing.Each of these chapters provide information on how-to as well as examples and/or patterns utilizing the type of crochet mentioned. Yes, there is a pattern available for the gorgeous lace gloves on the cover of the book.Unfortunately, the instructions (though very well done) are written and not provided in visual format. That is probably because the book was written in 2003 prior to the newer trend of including both written and visual patterns. Visual patterns are good for those who don't read a particular language for those who follow patterns visually better than the written word. I can follow either, so this was not a problem for me.The book is well-written and is a fairly comprehensive study in crochet lace making. It is not a book for beginners but would be a great addition to a crocheters' library. It does not include any ground-breaking concepts for today (remember it is really 13 years old in content) but was probably fairly innovative when first published. This is probably the book that many individuals wish that they had picked up when it was first published and now will have the opportunity to pick it up.I received a digital advance reader copy of this book from the publisher through Netgalley.

Title: Crochet LaceAuthor: Pauline TurnerPublisher: Pavilion BooksPublished: 4/29/2014ISBN: 9781849941853ASIN E-Book: B00K0QIGWSPages: 217Genre: Crafts & HobbiesTags: DIY, CrochetOverall Rating: Very GoodReviewed For: NetGalleyReviewer: DelAnneCrochet Lace is a very useful book, both those that have used fine thread to make lacy designs before and those who have never worked with threads as opposed to yarns before. There is a brief history on crochet lace and pictures showing the early very complicated patterns. Pauline Turner, bless her heart has explained the different stitches, threads and types of hooks that might be used. The patterns she has offered are quite delicate looking without being difficult to follow. Allowing you to recreate some very beautiful piece. They can be time consuming, but are well worth the effort.There is the filet crochet pattern that dates back to WWI or the Swan Wall Hanging that makes a wonderful valance. There's the diamond patterned shrug. As well as motifs that can be connected similar to granny squares to create everything from placemats to doilies to tablecloths or even bedspreads.

I bought this book because of the description stating that it "is illustrated with both colour photographs and easy-to-follow line diagrams and patterns." There are some diagrams but they only show filet crochet.The library of motifs is limited to 13 relatively simple designs including round, hexagon and square shapes and these are only described with the abbreviated text pattern, no diagrams here.A photograph showing hairpin lace is included but not explained in the text as "it has so many variations that it is not possible to include the subject here". Why print a photograph if it is not explained.It is also disappointing that ideas for wearable garments are very limited and did not inspire me.The book might be useful for a complete beginner as it describes the basic stitches reasonably well and has a good section on filet crochet, but do not expect to learn new techniques or find stunning patterns.

I have had this book out of my local library before when I lived in Cork city, so was thrilled when I saw that it was available to buy, as I haven't seen it in the shops, nor in my loacal library here in Cobh. It is a good book for those interested in the genesis of crochet; also the diagtams are clear - essential if you are learning. A plus for me, too, is the font size and line spacing, as these days my eyesight is not as acute as it has been in the past.

O.K. but patterns rather uninspiring, the best is on the front.

Beautiful Lace crochet patterns .Quick DESPATCH and good service.

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