Cozy Crochet: Learn to Make 26 Fun Projects from Fashion to Home Decor

I bought this book at a local half-price bookstore. Unlike most of the other reviewers, I really liked it. I've been crocheting for almost a year, and consider myself an advanced beginner crocheter. Yes, most of the patterns are appropriate for new to advanced beginner crocheters, but I also feel there are some that more experienced crocheters would enjoy making, like the lacy shawl and the hugs and kisses baby blanket. I liked nearly all of the patterns in the book with the exception of the girl's summertime hat (I don't like the raffia) and the vintage necklace (I don't like crocheted jewelry), and the granny halter top (too skimpy!). I also thought the photography in the book is beautiful, and I don't feel that the pattern layout has too much wasted space - it's certainly better than books like "Big Hook Crochet", where a pattern will start on page 50, for example, then you have to flip over to page 70 to see the rest of the pattern. Overall I really liked this book, and don't understand what all the complaints are about.

I got this book for my little sister, who is learning how to crochet. The projects were a little too simple for me (I've been crocheting for 18 years), but I really liked it and wanted to give it to someone who could learn crochet from it (I would like to have had a book like that when I was learning). A lot of the projects are things I would like to make or have someone make for me.

If you want to know your basic crochet try this book. The projects are sweet. Just making the simple round coaster looks pleasantly swell. I rather enjoyed the pattern for the "flower" accessory that can make any plain jacket adorable. Then there is the "cozy"kerchief that you chain and double crochet that will please not just the little girl in the house, but perhaps your best friend, too. But this book is full of challenges too, with halter tops and granny square clutches. Easy to follow instructions that can make the most extra-ordinary gifts. If you want to learn basic crochet or need a pattern to make someone the perfect gift...this is the book you'll want.

i have been trying to grasp the concept of crochet for decades... my mother is a crocheter, my aunt is a crocheter, but for years i have tried and failed MISERABLY. on my last vacation, i picked up this book and was able to do the first 4 projects without problem. maybe not for beginners as the other review states, but definitely worth a try for more seasoned crocheters or knitters that would like to learn.