Vogue Knitting on the Go! Crocheted Scarves [Hardcover]

Trisha Malcolm (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 28, 2004 | Series: Vogue Knitting on the Go!

Scarves are the perfect take-along crochet project. They’re small enough to stuff into a tote, there’s no fussing about fit, and they’re ideal for using up leftover yarn or splurging on a luxury skein. The 25 designs included here range from classic and elegant to fun and funky, with projects suitable for complete novices as well as veterans who are truly “hooked” on crochet. Basic how-tos are included for beginners, who might choose to start with a simple mesh pattern stole or the whimsical confetti-and-feather-look Eyelash Scarf. Experienced crocheters will love the colorful Paisley Wrap or the summer-weight Spoke-Motif Shawl. So steal a few minutes from your busy life and enjoy the pleasures of crocheting wherever you go.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 88 pages
• Publisher: Sixth&Spring Books; First Edition edition (March 28, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931543429
• ISBN-13: 978-1931543422
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #584,803 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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51 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Vogue Knitting book of this series!, June 21, 2004

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Quickbeam (Oconomowoc, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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I am a 40-year knitter but only a novice crocheter. I adore this book and I find it to be the best written of my 10-12 crochet books. The patterns range from elegantly simple to breathtaking. If you are careful all are in the grasp of the determined novice. For example, I made the spoke shawl which is listed as one of the hardest patterns. It was a challenge but do-able. And it is a work of art. I've had offers to buy it when I was wearing it!

The thing I like most about this book is that nothing looks amateurish or "beginner". Every stole, shawl and scarf looks great. I do recommend that before beginning a project, you make a trip to the copier to enlarge the instructions. It is a small book and you'll be grateful for the bigger type face as you work your projects.

32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Easy, Very Vogue, April 4, 2005

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Bookratt "bookratt" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Vogue Knitting on the Go! Crocheted Scarves (Hardcover)

WOW! People really will try and buy the scarves off your back (neck)! I know, because it happened to me when I was shopping at the mall at Christmas time. Great patterns that are easy to work, even with minimal crocheting experience. You can substitute yarns, using what you have, if the grams/oz and weight (size, ply) of the yarn is the same. So, use your imagination, gals and guys! One of the best crochet books out there, it is worth every penny you pay for it. This little hardcover book is packed with inspiration and wearable art. BUY IT!

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Unique and Beautiful Patterns, January 20, 2006

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Terrie Bridgman (Wappingers Falls, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Vogue Knitting on the Go! Crocheted Scarves (Hardcover)

I found this book on an Amazon list of "must have crochet books" and after making several of the patterns I agree. These patterns are among my very favorite! However, beginners beware, of the 25 patterns 12 are intermediate, 6 experienced, 4 easy/novice, and only 3 are beginner. There are no step by step pictures or stitch close ups. Just a beautiful shot of the finished product for reference. While the book does have a basics chapter, it is brief so more space can be dedicated to the patterns. By the way, the page on yarn substitution I found particularly useful since many of the pattern yarns are expensive. That said, if you have crocheted for a while and want a unique set of patterns, buy this book! The directions are well written and I found them easy to follow. Every time I work on one of these patterns I get numerous compliments and requests for the book title and author. My copy of the book is starting to fall apart! And one more thing, if you are looking for quick projects this book is also not for you. Many of the patterns require a good amount of time to join pieces together or deal with details. However, the results are well worth the time invested.