Author: Caitlin Sainio
Book Review by Reneé Rodgers (www.crochetrenee.com)
Sainio, also the author of 100 Snowflakes to Crochet, brings us a second volume of beautiful
thread crochet. Along with the self-described lace flowers, there are also
directions for several lace leaves, a dragonfly, a caterpillar and a couple of
butterflies. This volume includes both written and charted patterns for each
individual motif. But Sainio doesn’t stop there. She also gives several ideas
for different applications for the flowers, leaves and insects, including using
them as stand-alone projects, such as napkin rings, corsages and a cute
garland, as well as using them as embellishment on ready-made items, such as
clothing and home décor items, such as pillows. Really, one is only limited by
their own imagination. I am picturing jewelry, hair accessories, glass cozies,
wine glass markers…the list is endless! One could even explore making the
motifs in heavier yarn and larger hooks for afghans or freeform applications.
While this book may not be appropriate for a brand new
crocheter, there is a nice crochet refresher course at the front of the book,
which includes instructions on how to read symbol crochet. The reader is also treated to several
eye-pleasing “Floral Collection” photos at the front of the book that will
entice you to grab a hook and some thread. Several varieties of flowers are
represented here and there are no doubt a large enough variety of blooms to
satisfy any flower-loving crocheter. Get your copy and crochet your own flower
garden!
(St. Martin’s Griffin, June 2013; 128 pages, $21.99, ISBN:
978-1-250-01903-5)
Full disclosure: A free review copy of 100 Lace Flowers to Crochet was provided by St. Martin's Griffin. Although I accept free products for review, I do not accept additional compensation, nor do I guarantee a positive review. My reviews are based entirely on my honest opinions.
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