Crochet for Barbie Doll: 75 Delightful Creations to Crochet [Paperback]

Nicky Epstein (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1, 2004

“Enticing designs that have a Sixties flair.Recommended for all public libraries.”—Library Journal

An acclaimed knitwear designer offers more than 75 fabulous crochet patterns to dress Barbie in style—all invitingly illustrated in full color. Ranging from casual to dressy, these chic and stylish garments and accessories will suit all of Barbie’s many moods. Choose an elegant Chanel-inspired suit and fur-trimmed jacket, or a breathtaking wedding gown for Barbie’s big day. For those lazy days of summer there are swimsuits, cover-ups, and a backpack for Barbie to take on the go. There are even afghans and pillows to keep Barbie’s home cozy. Each pattern is an original and requires only a minimal investment of time and materials.
The author lives in New York, NY.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Epstein's Knits for Barbie Doll was immensely popular with collectors of Barbie doll but left out those Barbie owners and costumers who prefer crochet to knitting. In the hands of a lesser designer, a doll's wardrobe in crochet might have been a disaster, since crocheted garments tend to be more bulky than knitted ones. Fortunately, Epstein chose fine yarns crocheted with a small hook. The enticing designs that result have a Sixties flair. There are 75 designs a few are for Barbie's boyfriend, Ken including a camel coat, a granny striped poncho, and a gorgeous wedding gown, as well as assorted accessories and props such as hats, purses, pillows, and afghans. Recommended for all public libraries.
Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Sixth&Spring Books (September 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931543488
• ISBN-13: 978-1931543484
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 9.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #370,517 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Nicky Epstein is one of today's most prolific and versatile knitwear designers, authors and teachers. She has gained worldwide recognition for her artistic, distinctive and innovative work, whimsical sense of style and informative workshops. Her designs continue to be featured in many knitting magazines and publications, on television, and in museums.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Most yarns not readily available, March 23, 2003

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This review is from: Crochet for Barbie Doll: 75 Delightful Creations to Crochet (Hardcover)

I have made a couple of small items from this book. so far I
find the instructions a bit confusing. They are not written
in the form I am used to. It takes me a couple of tries to
figure some of them out. Plus, Most of the yarns used are Foreign names that I have never heard of and are not readily available. she doesn't give any alternative yarn to use in their place. However, The companies are listed in the back of the book,if you want to order the yarn.

There are a few items that use #10 or #5 thread which are readily available at craft stores.

I find the instructions a bit hard to follow also because they
all run together instead of writing the different rows seperately, the instructions run on and on. It's hard to keep
your place.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Only crochet book you will need 4 tasteful Barbie fashions, September 30, 2002

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J. Burrell "m8knf8ces" (Orlando, FL, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Crochet for Barbie Doll: 75 Delightful Creations to Crochet (Hardcover)

I was truly delighted to find a book of tasteful fashions for Barbie. The old crochet patterns are usually full of bushy or frumpy outfits using bulky yarn. Hurray for Nicky Epstein! The only problem I had was finding the yarn in a basic craft store. As soon as I stepped into an embroidery or needlepoint store I found many possibilities. Well stocked yarn shops also have a variety of "strings" and thinner yarns.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars wish I had this years ago, May 22, 2005

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Patricia R. Andersen "redheaded booklover" (MD USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Crochet for Barbie Doll: 75 Delightful Creations to Crochet (Paperback)

If you have people in your life (such as sisters, daughters, neices, granddaughters) that play with Barbie and you know how to crochet, you will find this book very helpful. I found some of the instructions a bit difficult, but most are fine. And you can always use this book as inspiration to make up your own clothes for Barbie. After all, Barbie doesn't always have to go with the crowd, does she? She sets her own fashion.
I would have given this book a higher rating but the pattern difficulties interfere with that. However, I do recommend this book.