Crocheted Flowers

by Nicky Epstein

Some say “stop and smell the flowers”—but the indomitable Nicky Epstein says: Stop and CROCHET them instead!

Beloved designer Epstein gives crocheters a special gift: an exquisite collection of over 40 flowers—plus patterns for garments embellished with her floral designs. Featuring a beautiful layout and magnificent photography, this keepsake volume features stitch pattern flowers, petal constructed flowers, cord flowers, and the extremely popular felted flowers. Some make fanciful pieces of jewelry; others can adorn handicrafts for a fabulous finishing touch. Among the pretty garden blossoms: a calla lily, blue and purple pansies, a delicate lacy white wedding boutonniere; and a selection of floral corkscrews.

A reprint of the bestselling hardcover edition

 

Genres: Crochet, Crafts, Nonfiction, Knitting

148 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2007

About the author

Nicky Epstein is a knitting designer and author of numerous books on knitting. She is known for her creative combinations of knitting stitches, and for the colorful patterns often found in her sweaters, especially involving applique of separately knitted motifs.[1] In 2005, she was given a prestigious award by the National NeedleArts Association. In 2006, her work was featured in a retrospective fashion show at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City. Since the (winter) Holiday 2005 issue, Epstein has written a regular column in Vogue Knitting called simply "Nicky Epstein".

Reviews

[Martine · Rating 2 out of 5]

The patterns are nice but end products are large so be aware!

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

The flowers are gorgeous and unique. The book contains both written patterns and charts. A word of caution: some of the charts are tiny.

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked the book but I think the yarn choices were not inspiring enough for me to actually do any of the flowers.

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Comprehensive book on crochet flowers of all types including felted flowers. Patterns in both abbreviation and diagram form, with keys. Uses US Crochet terminology. Although many of the patterns are quick & easy, the book does not cover basics for beginners so it's recommended for advanced beginners already familiar with basic stitches (sc/hdc/dc, etc.) as well as ability to read & understand patterns/diagrams.

[Ligaya · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another stop on my tour of Nicky Epstein books. I love her crochet stuff almost as much as her knit. She packs a ton of stuff in this one, projects and swatches of so many flowers! Beautiful photographs with (sometimes teeny) stitch diagrams. Lots to look at and be inspired!

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fun book with a wide variety of crochet flowers. Some are quick to make and they look great on hats and scarves. I think it's a great craft book to have in any crafting library.

[Abby Welker · Rating 4 out of 5]

AMAZING instructions!!! Beautiful photography, too. I can't wait to make a bunch of flowers for my Fall scarves and jackets!

[Glynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good patterns for fun flowers. Some are very funny-looking. This is ok; there are more than enough that I'll 'have to' make. Crocheting flowers: addictive.

[Steph · Rating 3 out of 5]

A variety of flowers however I found it hard to get a good look at the flowers due to the artistic photos taken on an angle which obscured the design just enough to put me off as a beginner.

[Sally · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful pictures and and easy-to-follow directions. I liked how there are not only instructions for flowers, but ideas for how to use them.

[Dana Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is beautiful and inspires me to make gorgeous flowers!

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice little book with some fun embellishments for hats or scarves.

[Cat Fithian · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really lovely for embellishing other projects. Love this book!