I received a copy of [amazon_link id=”0762451009″ target=”_blank” container=”” container_class=”” ]Crochet at Play[/amazon_link] to facilitate this review; all opinions are my own.
I love crochet books, but they have to have 5 or more projects that I’m dying to make before I’ll invest in them and add them to my library. [amazon_link id=”0762451009″ target=”_blank” container=”” container_class=”” ]Crochet at Play[/amazon_link] by Kat Goldin by Running Press is one of those books that meets my criteria and now holds a spot on my craft book shelf.
Goldin is a crafter who’s been creating patterns for years. In fact, she has over 300 designs available. She shares many of them on her blog, Slugs on the Refrigerator. She also shares her love for knitting and most recently her move to a farm where she’s now raising her own hens. Her photos are phenomenal and the blog is inviting. Take a peak – it’s pretty engaging.
Crochet at Play Pattern Notes – Godin shares hints and tips for success with her patterns
Crochet at Play Review
Crochet at Play Wolf Sweater – adorable!
Goldin’s book reflects her blogging style. The photos are very well done and the patterns are written well. Projects include the most adorable wolf cardigan, a pair of fun hedgehog mittens, play capelets, and more. There are several I’ll be making in the next few months including her adorable baby booties and toddler beastie feet (aka monster slippers).
Crochet at Play Beastie Feet Slippers – so much fun!
The book is well organized and the perfect size to toss in my crochet bag to take on the go. Patterns suggest yarns but also give exacting weights and lengths so you can confidently make substitutions. Gage is also provided to make sure you’re project is successful.
Crochet at Play Mermaid Blanket – so popular & adorable
The [amazon_link id=”0762451009″ target=”_blank” container=”” container_class=”” ]Crochet at Play[/amazon_link] projects are geared for babies and toddlers and there’s a project for most any skill-level. It’s a book I’ll be using the next time I need a baby shower gift. There are plenty to choose from that would make wonderful handmade and heartfelt gifts.
Have you checked out Crochet at Play?
Crochet at Play booties pattern
Crochet at Play Details
- Publisher: Running Press (October 8, 2013)
- ISBN-10: 0762451009 / ISBN-13: 978-0762451005
Hi, Just wanted to say hello and I enjoy your blogs. I just want to ask what is your suggestion about learning to crochet? I do not have a clue how to start and the online instructions do not work for me, I am more need a real book or something to go by to learn. I love to try since I am currently unemployed and definitely need something to do with my time until I get a job. Thanks for any suggestions.
Try a video – I learned from a book (there are plenty of free ones at the Library) but find the free instructional videos so much easier. Crochet is so affordable – a needle is and a skein of yarn is under $10. Good luck!