Daily Archives: December 26, 2015

I was very sad to read that the author of this book passed away before it was published. In both this book and her previous one, she showed great promise.

The projects in this book are based on circular patterns. For those of us of a “certain” age, we will recall that there were many doily patterns available that were based on circles. While the patterns are similar to those I knew as a child, the use of color and the purpose of the finished project make these designs a whole different breed of crochet. It’s wonderful to see the old made new again. The newer crocheters have taken the craft and the art to new heights. I’m thrilled that there are so many patterns, tools, and yarns now available.

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