The Weekend Crafter: Crochet: 20 Simple and Stylish Designs to Wear [Paperback]

Jane Davis (Author)

Book Description

Series: Weekend Crafter | Publication Date: December 2001

“Like other titles in this series, Davis’s work concentrates on enjoyable projects that can be completed successfully in a short period of time. Socks, hats, mittens, and vests —all are represented here by patterns that feature good-quality yarns in natural fibers and do not sacrifice quality for quickness. Highly recommended.”—Library Journal.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Like other titles in this series, Davis's work concentrates on enjoyable projects that can be completed successfully in a short period of time. Socks, hats, mittens, and vests all are represented here by patterns that feature good-quality yarns in natural fibers and do not sacrifice quality for quickness. Highly recommended for public libraries.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Ventura, CA

Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: Lark Books; Illustrated. edition (December 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1579902332
• ISBN-13: 978-1579902339
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,601,907 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jane Davis is an avid crafter with experience in a variety of crafts. She has written eight books with Krause for beading, knitting, crocheting and bead embroidery. She is an expert designer who knows how to make a great presentation with her well-written instructions, great illustrations and beautiful photography.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars So-so book for beginners; patterns kind of dowdy, January 25, 2003

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Hoatzin1 "hoatzin1" (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Weekend Crafter: Crochet: 20 Simple and Stylish Designs to Wear (Paperback)

I didn't find any of the patterns in this book interesting except the cable scarf and hat. The how-to instructions were clear, but limited. A plus to this book is each pattern had photos for the more difficult part of working the pattern. Also the stitch library, though concise, is clear and easy to understand. This is a good book for beginners only if you wanted to practice making things you would probably not want to wear. I found the vest and tank top to be dowdy. The backpack and star hat patterns were more modern, and there were new ideas such as adding a v-neck inset to one of your shirts. You are probably better off borrowing this book from someone who owns it.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not dowdy to me BUT ......, July 16, 2005

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S. Giesler "homeschooling mom" (PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Weekend Crafter: Crochet: 20 Simple and Stylish Designs to Wear (Paperback)

I am currently trying to make the vest with the mandarin collar. I have 30+ years of crocheting experience and am 42. I personally think the instructions to the vest are lacking. Most instructions tell you what you are to do then give a bit of a recap of the count at the end. (ie. Sc in each chain one space then say 50 sc total) If you accidentally skip a stitch or misunderstood the directions with most directions you can count or figure it out by something else mentioned. With this pattern, if you make a mistake or misunderstand, you won't know. I figure I must have made a mistake somewhere but can't find out where.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Encouraging crochet book, November 21, 2002

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CrochetQueen "Hook, Yarn and Needles" (Elko, NV United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Weekend Crafter: Crochet: 20 Simple and Stylish Designs to Wear (Paperback)

This would make a great gift for a new or advanced crocheter. The patterns were very easy to follow and I think it would encourage newbies because they are quick, easy, but modern.