Simple Crochet by Sara Sinaguglia

I was a little disappointed in this book as I'd been pleasantly surprised by Simple Sewing with Lola Nova by Alexandra Smith which is in the same series. As I said with that, you can tell much of the worth of a craft book by its introduction, and the crochet instructions in this one were too short and not at all clear, I have seen far better.

The writing, is, however, clear and the projects well laid out. There are six sections of craft projects divided up by location: Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom Bathroom, Children's Rooms and Out and About. They are themed by colour scheme and the feel of the projects but each of the projects could be made up in a different fabric for a completely different effect. Projects comprise: apple and egg cosies, pot holders, table linen, edgings for shelves, pillows and knickers (!), a crochet hook roll, coasters, artwork, cushions, a bookmark, slippers, face cloths, bowls, a blanket, a pencil pot, a toy bunny, a steering wheel cover, a bag, smartphone case, scarves, beret and wrist warmers.

Each project has a header page like a recipe showing everything you will need to complete the project, tension, finished size and skill level along with a good picture of the finished article. Clear crocheting instructions follow.

It is a shame about the instructions because the projects are very pretty, and if you know how to crochet already the book is worth it for them alone.