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Learn Drop Stitch Crochet
Explore this fascinating new crochet drop-stitch technique with eight fashionable and chic projects! Avid crocheters, armed with a crochet hook and a single knitting needle, will relish the opportunity to pick up a new skill in this guide to the drop-stitch technique. Learn drop-stitch crochet with a step-by-step photo tutorial, then practice and master it with the included instructions for projects which include scarves, wraps, a hat, cowl, tank top and cardigan.
- GenresCrochetNonfiction
35 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2013
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August 29, 2014
Once again, Kim Guzman has made a great look easy to crochet in Learn Drop Stitch Crochet. In this booklet from Annie's, Kim shares 7 patterns for women's accessories and 1 garment using interesting variations on broomstick lace.
The booklet opens with an introduction sharing Kim's inspiration for creating crochet projects that look like knitting drop stitches. This is followed by 8 pages of photo tutorials demonstrating the basic techniques of broomstick lace (using a crochet hook with one knitting needle to create elongated stitches) and the special techniques such as crossed and twisted stitches that Kim uses in the patterns.
The booklet includes the 8 patterns, each of which includes at least one large photo on a model, the skill level, reference to the relevant tutorial page for the main drop stitches used, and blocking instructions.
Due to the lacy nature of drop stitches/broomstick lace, these designs have open work sections. Kim does use different needle sizes and explains that you can use a smaller knitting needle if you want the holes to be smaller. Most broomstick lace patterns that I've seen use the same basic method, so it was exciting to see Kim's variations. I think some crocheters would like to see international stitch symbols. (The patterns are all written using U.S. crochet abbreviations.) I also like how the Annie's booklets stay open and lay flat so you can see the tutorials or read the patterns while crocheting.
You can see all 8 patterns on the Ravelry source page for the booklet. I recommend this booklet to any crocheter interested in learning a new technique, or who likes the look of knitting, or who enjoys creating lacy projects.
Full disclosure: A free review copy of Learn Drop Stitch Crochet was provided by Annie's. Although I accept free products for review, I do not accept additional compensation, nor do I guarantee a positive review. My reviews are based entirely on my honest opinions.
The booklet opens with an introduction sharing Kim's inspiration for creating crochet projects that look like knitting drop stitches. This is followed by 8 pages of photo tutorials demonstrating the basic techniques of broomstick lace (using a crochet hook with one knitting needle to create elongated stitches) and the special techniques such as crossed and twisted stitches that Kim uses in the patterns.
The booklet includes the 8 patterns, each of which includes at least one large photo on a model, the skill level, reference to the relevant tutorial page for the main drop stitches used, and blocking instructions.
Due to the lacy nature of drop stitches/broomstick lace, these designs have open work sections. Kim does use different needle sizes and explains that you can use a smaller knitting needle if you want the holes to be smaller. Most broomstick lace patterns that I've seen use the same basic method, so it was exciting to see Kim's variations. I think some crocheters would like to see international stitch symbols. (The patterns are all written using U.S. crochet abbreviations.) I also like how the Annie's booklets stay open and lay flat so you can see the tutorials or read the patterns while crocheting.
You can see all 8 patterns on the Ravelry source page for the booklet. I recommend this booklet to any crocheter interested in learning a new technique, or who likes the look of knitting, or who enjoys creating lacy projects.
Full disclosure: A free review copy of Learn Drop Stitch Crochet was provided by Annie's. Although I accept free products for review, I do not accept additional compensation, nor do I guarantee a positive review. My reviews are based entirely on my honest opinions.
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