Corner-to-Corner Lap Throws For the Family (Annies Crochet)
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Create cozy, personalized lap throws for the whole family! Corner-to-Corner Lap Throws for the Family teaches you the fun and unique corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet technique. Follow pixel graphs instead of written patterns to create virtually any character or image you want! This book is perfect for crocheters of all skill levels and includes: Easy-to-follow instructions Step-by-step color photos 5 adorable throw patterns: Woodland Animals, Snowman, Sheep, Simple Stripes, and Sweet Dreams Add a personal touch to your home decor or create heartfelt gifts for loved ones. This is a great way to learn a new skill and make something beautiful and functional. Perfect for families who enjoy crafting together! Review: Fantastic way to combine crochet and cross stitch principles - I taught myself to both crochet and cross stitch many years ago. I've been a cross stitch designer for a number of years, so when I saw this booklet on pre-order I was intrigued by what looked like a combination of both arts. It turns out to be exactly that. It is crochet but it utilizes the “block” system of cross stitch. There are basic stitches involved in making the pattern (slip stitch, chain, and double crochet) though there are other stitches involved in borders and whipstitching pieces together. Once you have mastered the concept of making the blocks, you can use the principle to create your own crochet designs. What is important to remember when trying to crochet your cross stitch patterns is that the patterns must contain full stitches. Quarter and three quarter will not work with this method. A half stitch would work only because you would treat it as a full stitch. Also, you will probably need to include enough background to make the pattern a square – easily done and should give a nice look to the finished project. I would also choose my favorite of the bordered included here (or in other books dedicated to borders) and add one to the outer edge. Also, as with cross stitch, you can go back and add embellishments once the project is complete. The book is written in US crochet terms but there are both a conversion from inches to metric and from US terms to UK terms in the book. There are great illustrations and instructions for both the system used and also for standard crochet stitches. The instructions are in written versus visual format. I love the patterns that are included in this book. I am already working my way through the woodland creatures for a fun play throw/rug for my grandbabies. I hope that the author, Sarah Zimmerman, publishes more of these adorable creatures in the future. I'm thrilled to combine two of my favorite needle crafts into one. I can see myself working through this book and beyond in short order this fall and winter. I also really appreciate that the author has included her materials list and that it is a frugal worsted weight yarn (Red Heart Super Saver.) Of course, you can use any yarn of your choice but the weight will make a difference as to the finished size of the project. Just stay consistent in brand and weight in each project to make sure that the project goes together properly. Review: Great book. Good buy. - Great book with beautiful patterns. Definitely a lot of fun.
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I**R
Fantastic way to combine crochet and cross stitch principles
I taught myself to both crochet and cross stitch many years ago. I've been a cross stitch designer for a number of years, so when I saw this booklet on pre-order I was intrigued by what looked like a combination of both arts. It turns out to be exactly that. It is crochet but it utilizes the “block” system of cross stitch. There are basic stitches involved in making the pattern (slip stitch, chain, and double crochet) though there are other stitches involved in borders and whipstitching pieces together. Once you have mastered the concept of making the blocks, you can use the principle to create your own crochet designs. What is important to remember when trying to crochet your cross stitch patterns is that the patterns must contain full stitches. Quarter and three quarter will not work with this method. A half stitch would work only because you would treat it as a full stitch. Also, you will probably need to include enough background to make the pattern a square – easily done and should give a nice look to the finished project. I would also choose my favorite of the bordered included here (or in other books dedicated to borders) and add one to the outer edge. Also, as with cross stitch, you can go back and add embellishments once the project is complete. The book is written in US crochet terms but there are both a conversion from inches to metric and from US terms to UK terms in the book. There are great illustrations and instructions for both the system used and also for standard crochet stitches. The instructions are in written versus visual format. I love the patterns that are included in this book. I am already working my way through the woodland creatures for a fun play throw/rug for my grandbabies. I hope that the author, Sarah Zimmerman, publishes more of these adorable creatures in the future. I'm thrilled to combine two of my favorite needle crafts into one. I can see myself working through this book and beyond in short order this fall and winter. I also really appreciate that the author has included her materials list and that it is a frugal worsted weight yarn (Red Heart Super Saver.) Of course, you can use any yarn of your choice but the weight will make a difference as to the finished size of the project. Just stay consistent in brand and weight in each project to make sure that the project goes together properly.
S**L
Great book. Good buy.
Great book with beautiful patterns. Definitely a lot of fun.
C**S
Easy to follow instructions with pictures
I learned C2C crochet with videos. I didn't use the patterns yet however I did crochet a blanket for a full size bed using the C2C method. It is beautiful, reversible and gives my blanket some texture. Now, my daughter wants almost everything in the book. Great instructions, easy to follow. Only 3 simple stitches: chaine, slip stitch and double crochet. Even a novice in crochet can do it.
G**0
Pleased Purchase
I've read some comments that complain about the lack of patterns. You are getting 9 patterns a crochet guide and a metric conversion chart. Plus the pictures are beautiful. However, I wish the author wrote out each pattern for those over 40 crocheters who find it hard to follow charts. Overall I'm glad I bought this little book (20 pages).
K**R
Excellent corner to corner crochet book with instructions for beginners to experts!
This is a beautifully illustrated book of crochet patterns for corner to corner afghans. There are plenty of in color instructions and actual patterns perfect for anyone , especially children and babies. I consider myself a fairly experienced crocheter of many year, yet there were things that I learned that I didn't know. The patterns are of animals. I would recommend this especially for those who want to learn this technique or improve their skills.
K**Y
Cute blanket
Pattern turned out very cute
K**A
Sarah Zimmerman Crochet Books
I bought this Pattern Book so I could learn how to do the C2C crochet blankets. I love this author and designer as I have 2 of her Amigurumi books and all her patterns are so easy to follow. Next year I’m going to start to learn this C2C. As of now I’m trying to finish other crochet projects by Christmas using her 2 Amigurumi books!
J**E
Great Product
Several cute patterns in this book. Can't wait to try them all.
D**B
Great beginner book
Great book for a newbie for Corner to Corner Crochet
E**A
Piccolo ma interessante.
Il libro è arrivato nei tempi previsti, in perfetto stato: è davvero molto sottile ma lo consiglio per chi comincia ad avvicinarsi a questa splendida tecnica del "Corner to corner" (chiamato anche C2C). Le spiegazioni sono in inglese ma sono molto chiare e poi è pieno di schemi utilissimi e molto carini! Consiglio di fare come ho fatto io: dopo un primo sguardo al libro, agli schemi e alle sue spiegazioni in inglese, ho cercato vari tutorial di youtube (ce ne sono in italiano e anche in inglese) su questa tecnica e poi son tornata a rileggere il libro: il tutto sarà ancora più chiaro e la tecnica è davvero sfiziosa, semplice e divertente!
H**N
Corner -To-Corner
obwohl das Buch in englisch ist und ich diese Sprache gar nicht kann, finde ich das Buch toll. Wenn man die Technik kann sind auch die Muster gut nach zu arbeiten,ich bin hoch zufrieden.
C**N
No está mal
Le encuentro que es bonito y graciosos los diseños pero se me hace un poco corto y es para tener cierta experiencia en el ganchillo ya que el dibujo se va formando a través de una construcción piramidal. El resulto eso sí, es bueno pero no lo veo para principiantes. Se queda un poco corto en cuanto a su extensión ya que su formato es de cuadernillo.
M**Z
COBIJAS PARA BEBE
LO RECIBÍ MUY RÁPIDO , FALTA TRATAR DE SEGUIR LAS INSTRUCCIONES PARA SABER QUE TAN BIEN EXPLICADAS ESTÁN
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