**The instructions for the projects are clear and proceed
step-by-step so that even a beginner should be able to easily
complete the projects.
**Stitch Guides at end of Book passed the Test! They are clear and
precise.
I'll start off by saying that Crochet Collection is a hands-down
winner and a great addition to any crocheter's bookshelf!
If a crocheter had a need to do a variety of projects but could only
choose one book from which to do them, Crochet Collection would
certainly be in the running for the number one position. This book is
loaded with projects (I counted sixty-seven) and has plenty of
options for those who crochet in thread, yarn, and even fabric.
Yet, poor instructions and mistakes in instructions can ruin even the
best of books, so I sat down and tried out a number of the designs to
discover if Crochet Collection contains any such flaws.
Of the projects I tried, I did not find a single error! Also, the
instructions for the projects are clear and proceed step-by-step so
that even a beginner should be able to easily complete the
projects.
Crochet Collection contains color photos of all the finished projects
so that the crocheter can easily browse through the book and make an
informed choice, finding appropriate projects to best match a
particular want or need.
Another useful and welcoming feature of Crochet Collection is the
basic stitch guide, stitching tips, and finishing instructions
printed at the end of the book. I followed through some of these
instructions and found them clear and precise. I was especially happy
to see tips on preparing and joining fabric strips for making some of
the book's fabric crochet projects. Other interesting tips include
making pillow forms, fringe, and tassels.
**I only have one minor complaint about Crochet Collection. Since the
binding of the book is constructed like an oversized trade paperback,
it does not, when laying open, remain nearly as flat as I would
prefer for easier working on the projects. ***[A couple of the
introductory pages fell out after only very moderate handling. (I
promptly repaired them.) It would be useful a binding that would
allow the book to lay flat without also abusing the binding. However,
if doing so would cause a major difference in cost, I would be very
happy to let the book remain just as it is rather than at an increase
in cost, the cost of $14.95 being very reasonable for the abundance
of the contents alone.
Overall, Crochet Collection is wonderful! I am still excited about
this book and plan on doing and redoing any number of designs in it.
I expect this book to be rather well-worn by the time I am done with
it.
Reviewed for Crochet Partners by Bekki Lyn 5/96 Posted 7/96
(bekkilyn@mindspring.com)