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Paperback
Publisher: Stackpole Books
David Bienkowski
Tunisian crochet, sometimes called the Afghan stitch, combines the ease of crocheting with the appearance of knitting. This instructional pattern book brings Tunisian crochet into the realm of high fashion with exquisite stitch patterns, meticulous shaping, and attractive finishing. Sixteen chic projects for apparel, accessories, and home decor are explained in detail. Readers will learn how to make wearable items such as a chain mail scarf, child's jumper, honeycomb skirt, and man's vest. Home decor projects include an ottoman cover, placemats, afghan, pillow, and more--all using Tunisian crochet techniques.
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| Lovely book, but... |
| Customer Rating: 3 out of 5 |
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I knew nothing about Tunisian crochet. This book helped me to understand how it worked. The illustrations and directions were top notch and clearly showed me how to do the stitches. After making a sample piece, just to get the hang of it, I realized that it did indeed, look like knitting, BUT this kind of crocheting makes an extremely thick finished product. I got to thinking about the implications of this as my ball of yarn disappeared at an astounding rate. This way of crocheting really eats up yarn!
More patterns playing to the strength of Tunisian crochet would have strengthened the book. The patterns are for various clothing items (most of which I wasn't too excited about), but there was not one purse in there. Tunisian crochet would make a wonderfully sturdy handbag or even a nice, thick winter hat. I used it for the strap of a crocheted purse that I had almost completed. No worry about a too-stretchy strap now!
I give the book 3 stars weighing in the look of the book (beautiful), ease of learning how to do the stitch (very easy with great illustrations), types of patterns (lacking, uninspiring), and unfortunately, my new understanding of the yarn eater that this type of crochet is (think the Cookie Monster here). Yes, it looks like knitting, but definitely doesn't have the draping, feel, or stretch of knitting. Lovely book though!
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| Wonderful book! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I'm just learning tunisian crochet and this book is extremely helpful. It not only has beautiful patterns but many suggestions, stitch reviews, great photos, and well written.
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| Cool technique! |
| Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 |
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I'm so excited to get started making something with this cool technique. The instructions are really great. Lots of pictures. I wish the patterns were a litte more interesting but they do allow you to practice the stitches. I think I'll start w/ the sweater vest for my dad.
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| Interesting |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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The directions are easy to follow, a great addition to my Crochet library to try new techniques.
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| Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 |
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This type of crochet has intrigued me since I am a knitter at heart and have started crocheting
recently. To be able to do both in one sitting seems a plus. One of the problems for me has
been to find local stores that carry the tunisian hooks. It takes a while to get the hang of it,
but I love the look and am anxious to try out some of the easier patterns.
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