First let me qualify my review to say that this is a sampler
showcase of three afghan projects some that will appear in
the larger version that had fifty patterns (knit and
crochet). I usually gauge the worth of a craft book based on
how many items catch my eye, my attention and desire to
actually attempt it. Depending on the price of the book I
cagily divide the price by the number of projects and decide
if this is a good purchase for my ever growing library.
COMFORT CROCHETED AFGHANS by Norah Gaughan, Margery Winter
and the design team from Berroco Yarns is a bargain (less
than a dollar a pattern).
There are definitely exceptions to this procedure. Some of
my favorites are actually beautiful examples of work that
candidly surpass even my level of expertise -- but I always
think that someday...
The three afghans showcased in this sampler are lovely. One
designed for a baby blanket, the second for a somewhat
glamorous throw on a couch or family room sofa, and the last
is for an adult bed and could be either a throw or a
blanket.
They saved the best for last. This neutral afghan complete
with dare I say ruffles is just gorgeous. And I can honestly
say this one would be worth the price of admission. The
sample for the book is worked in a solid barley colored
Berroco nylon/acrylic yarn super fine weight which makes the
stitches on this afghan just so glamorous. The nice part of
falling in love with an item like this is using your own
imagination and creativity to contemplate producing it using
a wide selection of color palates or of course you could
stick with the solid nature of the sampler. In my mind the
choices are endless.
COMFORT CROCHETED AFGHANS includes three heirloom blankets
for the home and family. COMFORT CROCHETED AFGHANS is a
lovely addition to any craft library and considering the
cost and quality of the patterns included this is a no
brainer. Anyone familiar with Norah Gaughan is going to
adore her contribution to this sampler.
For many of us, afghans are the epitome of comfort. Colorful
and inviting, they are a staple of the home, without which a
living room or bedroom just wouldn’t feel complete. And
whether you’re making one for yourself, as a housewarming
gift, or to welcome a new baby into the world, the process
of creating a handmade afghan can be as rewarding as the
finished product. This sampler from Comfort Knitting &
Crochet: Afghans is intended for crocheters of every skill
level, and brings new life to the well-loved and versatile
afghan.
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