- Dimensions: 9.75 in. h x 8.5 in. w x 0.5 in. d
- Weight: 1.1 ounces
- Made in US
Product Description
Everything crochet is new again!
Doris Chan is not just a crochet designer—she is a self-described “fiberazza, tinkerer, and crochet advocate.” And yet, when it came to exploring a few of the more traditional crochet techniques, such as Broomstick, Hairpin, and Tunisian crochet, she resisted. Why would anyone be interested in these antiquated methods? Who wants to struggle with strange hooks, sticks, and looms anyway?
After Doris took a few choice crochet classes taught by her peers, the answer soon became abundantly clear. Broomstick, Hairpin, and Tunisian lace are incredibly cool. The methods are easy to learn, and the results look spectacular—completely unlike anything else.
So now, Doris has officially caught the bug, and she is eager to share her own twist on these techniques. Crochet Lace Innovations is a collection of 20 stylish designs that use these treasured crochet lace methods to create garments that are not only modern and flattering, but custom-fit to a broad range of sizes.
Chapters include designs using not only these three classic methods, but also the “exploded”lace (working lace patterns in thicker yarn for a completely eye-opening effect) that has become Doris’s signature. In all, you will find:
• Broomstick Lace
• Hairpin Lace
• Tunisian Lace
• Exploded Motifs
• Exploded Doily Lace
• Exploded Lace Trim
Tutorials at the beginning of chapters help the reader learn the simple methods necessary for making each kind of lace. And a special Garment 101 section provides an essential template for crocheters to follow in order to make infinitely adaptable and wonderfully versatile patterns.
With 20 projects from wraps and scarves to skirts and dresses to collars and belts, Crochet Lace Innovations brings this enduring craft into a new, decidedly contemporary, light.
Crochet Lace Innovations: 20 Dazzling Designs in Broomstick, Hairpin, Tunisian, and Exploded Lace
CROCHET LACE INNOVATIONS: 20 DAZZLING DESIGNS IN BROOMSTICK, HAIRPIN, TUNISIAN, AND EXPLODED LACE offers innovations by the author, who took many traditional crochet techniques and modernized them to produce new, contemporary designs. From using a long strip of Broomstick lace to create a chic belt to blending traditional lace crochet stitches with accent beading, this packs in patterns, color photos, and outstanding lace creations in a top recommendation for any needlework library.
Rating: 5 / 5
The patterns start simple yet go to the real dedicated crocheter. Broomstick lace takes a substantial amount of time to accomplish the pattern. Stitch diva has great video tutorials if you wish to learn. A few easy patterns yet most are at the minimum intermediate ones. Others are simply way way complicated yet are worth thetime and effort if you wish to devote the time necessary to accomplish. The photographs are excellent, the instructions are straightforward. The abbreviations are explained and there’s lots of solid advice. There is also sections in the book about where to purchase yarn and other items to aid in your crochet hunt. Well worth the purchase for those who love to crochet.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was looking forward for this book, and was not disappointed. The patterns are beautiful, the explanations (at least those I’ve gone through) are detailed and clear, and yes – you can learn some new techniques.
While the book has mostly advanced patterns, there are a few simpler patterns, that even beginners can make, and from which you can learn a new technique. There is a gorgeous and rather simple broomstick lace belt (which I made in 2 days – and I certainly do not crochet all day long), some scarves and a lovely exploaded lace collar. There are very few tops – but there are several jackets, and if tops are what you are after then her former book “everyday crochet” is full of them. Also, unlike “everyday crochet” the jackets here have shaping at the waist, and the “nip” technique shown may be applied to other garments Ms. Chan designed.
I’d also like to mention the fact that the publisher did a great job with the styling, photography and graphics. Every garment is shown from several angles, which makes it easier to understand how it is constructed, and the book is generally very pleasant to look at.
All in all – a wonderful book which I highly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5
there are new uses of familiar stitches in this book, the garments are fashion forward, it has charts as well as written directions.
This is not oldfashioned or dowdy granny square crochet. Doris Chan’s other crochet books are awesome also.
Highly recommend to crocheters and knitters. Beautiful stuff, all clothing.
Rating: 4 / 5
I’m a big fan of Doris Chan’s work. I’ve made a few of her garments from patterns published in magazines and she’s the one who taught me how to “fit” a garment in crochet. When I heard about this new book by Ms Chan I pre-ordered it and it came last night. I spent half the night browzing and reading the patterns and little tid-bits behind each design and worked up a broomstick swatch. I think my favorite part of this book is that it’s not the typical crochet book focusing on the same basic tecniques. Instead Ms Chan takes you on a wonderful exploration of some of the less known and less used forms of crochet (broomstick, hairpin, tunisian). The instructions are clear, easy to follow and as always easily adaptable to size, shape, length, etc.
Rating: 5 / 5