New Crochet Book to Love: Vintage Crochet

Vintage Crochet by Susan Cropper is one of the most beautiful crochet - no, not just crochet - craft books I have ever seen. The title says it all but I still wasn't prepared to swoon and drool over every picture and project. There are so many patterns in here that I would like to try but even if I don't it's still a wonderful book to read at bedtime and drift into dreams of crafting utopia!

Why do I love this bag so much? Is it the perfect shade of orange? Is it the ribbon handle? Is it the subtle sheen of the yarn? I don't know but this is on my list to make.

Bobbles! Aack, what's not to love?! I have some old wood handles just like these so this bag is being put on my list too.

There are a lot more projects than these two bags - a wavy blanket, Alicia's cardigan, an adorable headband, a cafe curtain that just kills me I love it so much, a breakfast set that includes tea and egg cozies, Juju's scarf and cloche, a tablecloth - but you'll have to get the book and see for yourself!

Comments

[maryse]

this book is on my wishlist -- thanks for showing us a little bit. i've learned not to buy books sight unseen so i've been very anxious for a peek.

[Laurie]

Thanks for sharing these fun things!

[Kirsten]

I just received my copy and like you have been swooning. It's a gorgeous book with many great projects!

[lisa s]

oh golly. i think i have to go buy that RIGHT now.
thanks for the tip!

[Karin]

Thanks so much for posting this! I ordered the book last week, sight unseen, and now I am positive it was a great choice.

I love stopping by your blog! I must say that the photo of your dog in the right column makes me smile every time I see it. I lost my dog recently, and that photo reminds me of him. So adorable! And thanks for the wonderful Advent projects!

[Rhian]

I'm getting this for Christmas, sight unseen, but those two bags are enough to make me feel I made the right choice! Especially the orange one, which looks good enough to eat.

[Zelia]

AAH!!!!!!!!!! a nother thing i NEED to buy!!!
Thanks for sharing!