The Crochet Block Bible ~ Book Review

The Crochet Block Bible

by Luise Roberts

& Heather Lodinsky

ISBN: 9781782213734

Publisher: Search Press

Publication Date: 27 August 2015

RRP: £14.99

Available direct from Search Press

   

The first thing I want to say about this book

is it isn't just squares.

There are blocks of all different shapes

and sizes.

Luise & Heather have really expanded

the idea of crocheting blocks.

Not only do they use different stitches & colour

to create the different looks,

they also include picture designs as well.

My first impression of the book was fantastic.

The book is spiral bound so there

is no need to have something to keep the book open.

It has a good sturdy cover that will hold

up to constant use.

The book includes 100 crochet blocks that

can be mixed and matched to make

multiple different projects.

They can be used for throws, cushions,

bags, scarves & even toys.

The first section of the book is taken up

with each of the block designs.

Each block comes with instructions in written

& chart format.

Within the block designs the blocks are then split into sections;

Squares (Filet, Stitchwork & Colourwork)

Triangles

Diamonds

Pentagons

Hexagons

Octagons

Circles

Snowflakes

Stars

Flowers

The later part of the book is all about

the techniques used;

Choosing yarn

Getting Started

Stitch Reminder

Fitting Blocks Together

Planning Your Design

Blocking and Joining

Reading Pattern & Charts

I love the fact that no matter what level

of crocheter you will find blocks

that you will be able to crochet.

I also love the fact that in the fitting

blocks together section there are

diagrams of how you can put

different shapes of blocks together.

The block pages have clear large pictures.

I think this is a very good choice as it

makes the design clearer and easier to follow.

Not only are charts provided with the designs

some of them also include colour graphs.

Some of the blocks also have little notes

to help you on your way.

Each of the designs have a modern look

with a traditional twist.

They use a fantastic mix of colours

and could be tailored to your requirements.

This is one of those books that will be

used time and again.

Available direct from Search Press

   

I received this book to review.

However all opinions expressed are my own.

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