Crochet for Beginners: Quick and Easy Way to Master Spectacular Crochet Stitches in 3 Days (Crochet Patterns) Paperback – February 15, 2017

This was my second crochet for beginners book to read. I have been looking for free beginner patterns and picking up tips and tricks for my new hobby of crocheting. This book gives good detail and diagrams but also references videos to actually see the work in progress. Some of the links did not pan out but most did and I saved the links I wanted to go back and watch into a crochet playlist on YT. Definitely a good book for the beginner crocheter.

I first learned to crochet over 50 years ago and was very keen on it, but after a few years my life got busier so set it aside in favor of other things such a as family, career, etc. Over the year I've done lots of other "crafty things like sewing clothes for myself and my children, embroidery, and knitting.But now that I want to crochet I have found that I've forgotten howI've looked at other books but the language was clumsy and the illustrations or photos were not that helpful for me.This book while not perfect , does excel in both explanations and diagrams or illustrations. Not only can I simply pick up a book and just start, but if I get stuck the book is right here to look it up!Plus, it came to me from Kindle Unlimited so I got it for free! And if I decide to keep it forever in my library the cost is very reasonable.

I learned the basics of crocheting as a small child and was super excited when my neighbor recently called together a crocheting party. It turned out my crooked scarf was no match for the baby hats and fingerless gloves of the others. I basically hid my work in embarrassment while pretending I knew what I was doing.This book, however, has given me confidence that at our next crocheting party I will be able to crochet something other than a crooked scarf!! The patterns in the back are beautiful, fun and detailed. At first glance they were confusing, but when I read the book in its entirety I could see that they are explained in great detail in the preceding chapters – complete with detailed drawings and links to short youtube videos showing how to compete each of the described task. I love the idea of having video links in an ebook!My favourite technique that I learned was how to make a pompom (probably because it was the easiest technique)! I have to say that there are a lot of details in the first few pages of this book that may seem at first to be superfluous (e.g., where certain types of crocheting hooks originated from), but after reading this I took out my crochet hook and sat down to tackle my favorite pattern with the help of the videos and instructions in this book. I’m no pro yet, but I look forward to trying every pattern given!! I would highly recommend to anyone with little to no experience who wants to learn to crochet!

I was disappointed because I wanted the pattern on the front of book although I did feel it gave some good information

I taught myself to knit years ago because I could not crochet. I don't know why, but it just didn't work. This book was better than any videos because it basically puts things on pause at the important junctures. There aren't so many things on each page to where I get super distracted or anxious about what is coming. It also isn't so scattered that I have to worry about changing pages mid-stitch.It has a really clean format and I was really happy that it didn't have beautiful finished products at the beginning with all of the definitions. I've had too many failed efforts not to feel a little inadequate. I have successfully completed four rows of what may be a reasonably adequate pot holder. That is three and a half more than I've ever done before. Start small, you know? Anyway, if you want to start slow, and get distracted easily, or are a poster child for #nailedit ads, I'd try this book. Well, I did and I recommend.

I love the easy instructions. Great for those who never have, but want to crochet. Stitch by stitch when to change colors.

I ordered another book by this author, and when I receive this one, it is a repeat of the first book, except for a few patterns more. Not worth the money. Sending it back!

This is a perfect crocheting book for the beginners. I always wanted to learn crocheting but this book was very helpful and also taught me easy crochet designs and patterns. I am not an expert but with this book I can surely become an expert in crocheting. The information and techniques are easy to understand and very interesting and gets you hooked up till the end. This is one of my favorite crochet books with many crochet patterns. I always use it when I crochet. It also has the step by step pictures illustrations which makes it more interesting. Whether an expert crocheter or a beginner, this book should be a part of every crocheter’s work.