I found HOW TO CROCHET more like a how to for someone just starting to crochet. Sara Delaney though has a very unique way to teach crochet. Delaney's goal is to make the crafter new to crochet comfortable with needles, yarns and patterns. A primer of sorts. Delaney recognizes that one of the biggest challenges of even an experienced crochet is making a good foundation chain and working the first row -- you see there's no real substance to grab onto. Ah ha -- so how about practicing your stitches first on a piece of holey tulle. A genius way to start and help the newcomer gain some needed practice while acquiring confidence.

Delaney patiently walks you through basic stitches, turning stitches and some neat rules on how to make perfect turns for every type of crochet stitch.

Actually the foundation chain primer doesn't start for several pages.

Delaney style is conversational and I loved the way she makes the reader feel as though she is talking right to them.

Delaney provides all the rules you should need to be successful. All she asks is that you give yourself time to practice and with her tips and hints you'll be crocheting up a storm in no time.

In HOW TO CROCHET Sara Delaney breaks it down by the numbers. Even an old pro can learn some new tricks. She breaks down the patterns -- simply illustrating how to read them. There's no denying success and Delaney's goals are definitely accomplished in this wonderful how to book.