Unexpected afghans

Unexpected afghans

Robyn Chachula, 1978-

Book - 2012

"Unexpected Afghans presents 29 innovative interpretations of a favorite at-home essential. From best-selling author Robyn Chachula comes an in-depth look into crocheting traditional afghans using contemporary techniques, colors and patterns. Expert designers including Kristin Omdahl, Kathy Merrick, Kimberly McAlindin, and many more, provide an abundance of fresh patterns and projects that are perfect for new and advanced crocheters as they start out beginner-friendly and become more complex, allowing a crocheter to build skills and confidence. Designers at any level will enjoy: A detailed technique's workshop in every chapter including cables, motifs, color, lace, and Tunisian crochet. Helpful tips from designers for working thro...ugh each afghan project. Easy-to-follow charts and diagrams. Along with tons of beautiful afghan projects for all skill levels, you'll find many of your favorite designer's biographies--giving you an exploration into their inspiration. "--

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Subjects
Afghans (Coverlets)
Crocheting > Patterns.
Published
Loveland : Interweave Press 2012.
Language
English
Main Author
Robyn Chachula, 1978- (-)
Physical Description
159 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9781596682993
  • Introduction
  • Expert Advice for Beginners
  • First Timers Do Tell
  • Cables
  • Tuxedo Pillow and Cable Tips
  • Eloise Baby Afghan
  • Artesia Zig Zag Afghan
  • Croises Cable Afghan
  • Vika Afghan
  • Veledilo Cable Afghan
  • Granny Motifs
  • Hatsukoi Pillow and Granny Motif Tips
  • Dots and Poppies Baby Blanket
  • Peacock Afghan
  • Mod Retro Afghan
  • Cabine de Dentelle Afghan
  • Kaleidoscope Afghan
  • Color
  • Elan Waves Pillow and Color Tips
  • Peerie Baby Blanket
  • Behrens Color Block Afghan
  • Desert Sunrise Afghan
  • Moroccan Circles
  • Bethlehem Star Afghan
  • Lace
  • Vigne Pillow and Lace Tips
  • Amada Baby Blanket
  • Sunken Treasure Afghan
  • Damask Lace Afghan
  • Exploded Pineapple Afghan
  • Tunisian
  • Nauha Pillow and Tunisian Tips
  • Smocked Elegance Baby Afghan
  • Mission Cabled Afghan
  • Aryanah Sampler Afghan
  • Van Gogh Waves Afghan
  • Starburst Entrelac Afghan
  • Bios
  • Glossary
  • Resources
  • Index
Review by Library Journal Review

Afghans are among the most popular crochet projects, but afghan designs often seem stuck in the 1970s. Chachula (Blueprint Crochet) presents a series of afghan and afghan-inspired crochet patterns featuring modern designs and color palettes. Several of the designs are more streamlined than the openwork most people associate with crocheted afghans, although there are some lovely, lacy patterns as well. And yes-there's even a granny-square design, dubbed "Mod Retro" and crocheted in a bright 1970s color scheme. Both written and charted patterns are included. VERDICT With almost 30 different projects encompassing a variety of styles and techniques, this is an excellent value. (c) Copyright 2012. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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