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 Title: Easy-to-Stitch Fashions
Author: Melissa Leapman Date Published: Spring 2011 Review Date: May 2, 2011
Who is this book for? Melissa Leapman’s Easy-to-Stitch Fashions interprets five popular sweater shapes for sizes up to 5X. The season-less crochet fashions can be worked up now to bridge the transition from late spring to summer, and worn all year round. Each one of the flattering garments is rated easy but all have attractive style or stitch details that say “designer inspired.” The collection includes a sporty sideways striped pullover, two tunics, a shrug and a shell stitched cardigan.
What Yarn Does it Feature? The projects are all worked in light or medium weight yarns, using a variety of tweeds, pastels, hand-painted and variegated yarns. Literally hundreds of choices of yarns and fibers are available in this class, so crocheters can have a garment in any color or texture that suits them. Crocheters will be limited only by their imaginations.
What's Inside Five garments make up the collection in Easy-to-Stitch Fashions. Popular shapes that flatter the figure are the focus of this concise book. Crocheters can create an entire wardrobe of fashionable garments from these five simple shapes. Depending on the choice of fiber and color, these basic garments can fit any occasion from casual to formal. Whether it’s the casual sideways striped short-sleeve top or the attractive shrug, there’s something to suit every occasion.
Using It Each garment is described in a simple, straightforward outline format that includes a general overview and detailed instructions on stitch, construction, and finishing. Schematic drawings provide measurements of each piece of the garments and help visualize how the garment is constructed. The instructions are first-rate and are presented in an easy-to-follow manner complemented by good photographs that depict finished garments.
Best Pattern The cover Cozy Tunic with detachable cowl is a versatile and attractive top that flatters with style. Worked in an open V-stitch, it is lacy and feminine. The cowl collar, a highly popular accessory among crocheters and knitters, can be worked alone and worn as a versatile winter accessory or made as a welcome gift.
Recommendation Crocheters who need special sizing will find this versatile book the perfect solution. Each one of the garments is stylish, flattering and a useful complement to any wardrobe. Further, the designs are easy and satisfying to work. Overall Recommendation Easy-to-Stitch Fashions rates #9.
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