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Vintage Crochet: "30 Gorgeous Designs for Home, Garden, Fashion, Gifts" [Paperback]

Susan Cropper (Author)

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Book Description

Release date: November 13, 2007

Get the vintage
look...without
the vintage aggravation

Everybody loves a great vintage find on eBay or in
an antique shop. Unfortunately, everybody also
knows that for every great vintage find, there are
dozens of "vintage" items that are really just "old
and kind of dirty." Ick. Now readers can make their
very own "vintage" home accents, accessories,
gifts, and more with Vintage Crochet, the book that
brings together the best in brand-spankin' new
designs for great nostalgic projects. Author Susan Cropper gathers the finest crochet designs into four
sections: Nostalgic Home, modern-retro accents;
Lazy Summers, hot styles for picnics and patios;
Boho Babes, hip fashions like a sheath dress, a
shrug, and a beaded necklace; and Gorgeous Gifts,
nifty presents. This is vintage as it was meant to be: fun, amusing, nostalgic... and really really clean.

• More than 30 chic, nostalgic projects for
crocheters at every level

• Home accents, clothing, gifts, more, by top
designers, including Bee Clinch, Alicia Paulson,
Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

• International style! Author has roots in
NYC and London

#outer_postBodyPS { display: none; } #psGradient { display: none; } #psPlaceHolder { display: none; } #psExpand { display: none; } Get the vintage
look...without
the vintage aggravation

Everybody loves a great vintage find on eBay or in
an antique shop. Unfortunately, everybody also
knows that for every great vintage find, there are
dozens of "vintage" items that are really just "old
and kind of dirty." Ick. Now readers can make their
very own "vintage" home accents, accessories,
gifts, and more with Vintage Crochet, the book that
brings together the best in brand-spankin' new
designs for great nostalgic projects. Author Susan Cropper gathers the finest crochet designs into four
sections: Nostalgic Home, modern-retro accents;
Lazy Summers, hot styles for picnics and patios;
Boho Babes, hip fashions like a sheath dress, a
shrug, and a beaded necklace; and Gorgeous Gifts,
nifty presents. This is vintage as it was meant to be: fun, amusing, nostalgic... and really really clean.

• More than 30 chic, nostalgic projects for
crocheters at every level

• Home accents, clothing, gifts, more, by top
designers, including Bee Clinch, Alicia Paulson,
Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

• International style! Author has roots in
NYC and London

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Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Susan Cropper, originally from New York City, sells yarns and more at her London store Loop. Elle Decoration and Time Out London spotted it immediately as
one of the top shops in the city. Cropper
has been an art director and designer
for magazines and stores for more than twenty years. She lives in London.
of the top shops in the city. Cropper
has

Product Details

Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Potter Craft (November 13, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0823099768
ISBN-13: 978-0823099764
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 0.5 x 9.8 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #721,090 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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“ So just beware, if you love the pillows like I did...forget it, you will not find those patterns in this book! ” MidwestMom | 4 reviewers made a similar statement

“ I think this is one of the best crochet books I have ever bought. ” Celia | 2 reviewers made a similar statement

“ Not typically the crochet projects I usually like. ” Amber

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Cover photo misleading May 7, 2008

By MidwestMom VINE™ VOICE

Format:Paperback

This book has some very beautiful patterns in it. I love the way the patterns incorporate embellishments such as buttons, etc...and there is a very nice variety from wearables to items for the home. Even a doggie sweater! I am not sure how many of these I will actually make, but they are just so beautiful to look at, I enjoy just flipping through this book. There truely are some gorgeous photos. However, the reason I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 is because I feel the cover photo is misleading. On the cover you see 5, possibly 6 crochet items. There is a filet pillowcase edging, 3 crochet pillows, a bedspread, and also the green pillow in back that I cannot tell if it is knit or crochet. Well, I expected the book to have patterns for these pillows....wrong! Out of these 6 handmade items on the cover there is a pattern for only 1 of them...the bedspread. So just beware, if you love the pillows like I did...forget it, you will not find those patterns in this book! Otherwise though, well done.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Quirky, yet elegant... March 2, 2008

By S. Carter

Format:Paperback

I am really enjoying this book. Not only are the pictures beautiful, but the patterns are a little off-beat and unexpected, also quick and sweet. In particular, I love the baby blanket with pom-pom corners and the bobble scarf by Juju Vail, but could easily find a use for all other patterns in the book. I did have some issues making the bobble scarf. I do wish there was a site for any errata, if only to share my fixes. Despite this, it is one one of my favorite crochet books for the style, simplicity, and elegance of the patterns, much like Erika Knight's books.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Problems with pattern for Ava Shawl May 12, 2008

By CDM

Format:Paperback

I really love this book as the patterns are unusual and very inventive. The Ava Shawl is one of my favorites, so when I started it, I was very saddened to find a problem with row 3. Since the book only gives written instructions there isn't a way to look at jus the pattern and fix it.

If anyone has figured out how to fix the errors, please let me know! I'll try something else and see if the pattern works.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Also country crochet!!!!!

I really love this book. I first saw this at my local library and fell in love with all of the country looks. Read more

Published 13 months ago by Connie Baggett

2.0 out of 5 stars Too Many Mistakes

I purchased this book especially for the Woodie Dog Coat. After re-reading and ripping out many times I became frustrated. I sought help from an on-line source. Read more

Published on December 22, 2010 by C. Mongeon

4.0 out of 5 stars A Beginners Perspective

Before this book, the only thing I'd crocheted was a hat, from a youtube video. I was given the book as a gift. Read more

Published on December 19, 2010 by mama milk

4.0 out of 5 stars I'm an ambitious beginner

I was attracted to this book because of the unique designs. Though I have only just started crochet a year ago, I was able to complete the bobble scarf and hat pattern. Read more

Published on February 5, 2010 by S. Black

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, unique, inspiring

While this book may not be for beginners (and thank goodness there are a few books out there for those of us who are experienced -- there are hundreds out there for you beginners)... Read more

Published on January 11, 2010 by a reader

3.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant Crochet Projects

Not typically the crochet projects I usually like. However, it is a beautiful book. The afghan on the cover is what interested me. Read more

Published on December 11, 2009 by Amber

2.0 out of 5 stars problem with the tea cozy directions

The designs in this book are beautiful, but I did find mistakes in the pattern for the tea cozy. As well, the patterns don't give all the detailed instructions that would be... Read more

Published on September 17, 2009 by Autumn

2.0 out of 5 stars Frustrating Shrug Pattern

I purchased this book because I enjoy crochet and wished to make the grey shrug. I can't look up the name of the shrug as I had to leave the unfinished sweater with an expert to... Read more

Published on October 2, 2008 by A. Suave

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent book!

The book is full of great patterns. They are easy to follow and the pictures are really good. A book to definately have if you crochet.

Published on July 26, 2008 by M. Seda

3.0 out of 5 stars Not really what I expected

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Published on June 8, 2008 by Cherrybomb

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