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GrandmaSue10

"When I go to print the pattern, there's a p2 that says "How to finger crochet" Where is that?"

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"I love this afghan but am confused by pattern directions. Row 8 says repeat from 2 times more, then from to once then 7 sc. But then that is too many stitches."

Zeemer

"This is another very elaborate design fit for kings. Appropriate for complicated designs if you want your project to look grand and imposing. This is not for beginners."

Zeemer

"This is the kind of very elaborate granny square I want to use if and when I decide to make a grand afghan. It will the the works!! The masterpiece of the century. yohoooo. But really this square is so beautiful enhanced by the rust color of the petal."

Zeemer

"Wow. I just love this Autumn Leaves blanket. So appropriate for this fall season. I love the colors used truly representing the color of leaves that fall off from the maple trees. I want to make this as a gift to my sister or cousin or nephew who are all residing in the land of the maple leaves."

Homespun Vintage: 20 Timeless Knit and Crochet Projects

Crochet at Home Homespun Vintage: 20 Timeless Knit and Crochet Projects
Publisher: Sterling Publishing
ISBN: 9781843406297

Reviewed by Nicola Trumbull, Editor for AllFreeCrochetAfghanPatterns.com

VIntage has never looked so good! Fall in love with this book by Jane Crowfoot as you see how well knitting and crochet can work together. This book is divided into three different vintage design themes: Folk Tales, Two-Tone Chic, and Time for Tea. Which theme is for you? I think my favorite theme is the Time for Tea because I would love to curl up on the couch with these pillows and set my favorite cup of tea on the Victoria doily.

Other projects in this book capture the vintage spirit so well that people won't even know that you crocheted or knitted them. Vintage inspired pieces are all over department stores these days and now you can make your own home decor pieces. Whether you are predominately an knitter or crocheter, there are patterns for you to try and for you to expand your skills. There is a beautiful Babouchka crochet hexagon afghan in this book that I just adore.

Many of these gorgeous patterns are aimed at beginners and others are aimed for more experienced crocheters or knitters. Either way, this book is just lovely for anyone looking too add some vintage flair to their home.