Learn to create stylish scarves, wraps, and shawls with this fresh approach to technique and construction that includes a variety of projects for a range of skill levels and varying time commitments. Featuring new and fashionable designs, this book of innovative projects is perfect for new and intermediate crocheters who want to take crochet to next level with clever stitch motifs, new techniques to shaping, and creative embellishment ideas, such as unusual edgings, color work, and lace, ruffles, and tiers. Charts are included for every stitch pattern and motif and each pattern includes diagrams for all constructions, making this a complete resource for the hip crocheter.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Had to have it!:
My sister had made me a beautiful shawl from Wrapped in Crochet and I just have to have book! Designs are so unique..I have purchased several books and patterns, all by Kristin Omdahl. I have completed one shawl already and it turned out great. Most patterns are not for beginners though...but if you are patience, you will truly create some fantastic projects.
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I purchased this in 2008 based on the avalanche of exuberant reviews. Since this experience, I look at books in person prior to purchase, and am suspicious of the veracity of so many first-time 5-star reviews. This book is at odds with the effusive reviews, it is at odds with my taste preferences as well. The styles are clumsy, frequently heavy and in the case of the scarf of multi-colored curlicues; - they are clownish designs. I do not understand some of the very narrow Loretta Young retro... more info
Crochet So Fine!:
I gave this book as gifts to family members last year. Having just gotten my hands on Kristin's new book Crochet So Fine, I can't wait to give it as gifts too. What I like most about Kristin's books is the attention to detail and the overall quality. The photos are beautifully done and everyone I gave her first book to raved about the author's easy manner. I highly recommend both books - Crochet So Fine: Exquisite Designs with Fine Yarns and Wrapped in Crochet: Scarves, Wraps, & Shawls and this author!
So far, so good:
I've only done one project so far, but so far it is pretty good. Fairly easy and kinda entertaining. It didn't turn out to be exactly what I was looking for, but that isn't the books fault, just mine.
