15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of cool projects, most are medium to advance difficulty, November 26, 2006
I got this book at our local library and the first thing that went through my mind was, "Finally, a book with hip patterns!" The apparel in this book are geared towards the younger crowd: they're revealing, slinky, and trendy. But because there are so many patterns, there really is something for everyone.
And that takes me to the biggest advantage of this book - the sheer number of patterns in it. I found things for children, for teens, for the home, for mothers and sisters, even for pets. Actually, I think the only thing missing were things for men. (This really isn't a problem for me since my husband hates sweaters and hats anyway.)
At first glance, the patterns look like they are medium to advanced skill levels. And here, I think is the downfall. I liked so many patterns but they looked so difficult and complicated. Maybe I am wrong but a skill level rating for each pattern would have benefited the book. That way, I don't find out half way into the project that I am in over my head.
I would say that most of the project are apparel and accessories with a few afghans and home decor items interspearsed. I have not yet tried to make anything from this book so I don't know how accurate or clear the directions are.
I do have one warning though: This book has NO DIRECTIONS for beginners. It doesn't explain how to make the stitches, how to start a chain, NOTHING. It is merely a pattern book so if you do buy it, make sure you have a reference book in case you have to look up one of the stitches.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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good mix, January 8, 2007
As a bargain book, I highly recommend this one. Some items are taken from other sources (Twilley), but since there are 100 projects, there's enough to make the $6 a good purchase. I especially liked the entrelac skull cap, flower garden scarf, Dutch treat afghan, plum granny ripple afghan,
harlequin vest, magnificent in mesh jacket, snowflake earring, pretty posies cardi for child, stole from Braha, ribbon fringe shawl.
No schematics, no charts. Basic book. Don't need instructions for beginners as one can find them somewhere else easily.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
It's ok, November 6, 2006
Most of the clothing patterns seem to be for those 20 something and younger crowd tho. Luckily, I can use most of them as my starting point and make them into something I can wear! LOL!
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