Description
A collection of 75 exciting modern mosaic designs suitable for both crocheters and knitters. Every pattern includes photographs of both knitted and crocheted samples, charts, and written instructions. Mosaic crochet and knitting is an easy, versatile colorwork technique allowing the maker to create stunning patterns without having to carry multiple strands of yarn per row.
There is a section at the beginning about mosaic knitting and crochet techniques with step-by-step photography and instructions. This is followed by the stitch directory which is grouped by theme including: Geometric, Aztec, Nature, Seasonal and General.
Every design starts with an introduction followed by a guide on how to mosaic knit and crochet it with colourwork charts and photography showing both knit and crochet samples. Each pattern has an ability grading (in hooks and needles) and they vary in complexity from very simple designs to much more complex chevrons and diamonds.
At the back of the book there is a recap of basic techniques, abbreviations, and advice as well as information about tools and materials, yarn types and weights, mosaic crochet and knit skills and finishing the techniques. There is also a quick guide about how to adjust the charts for mosaic overlay and Tunisian crochet, offering even more value.
Every mosaic design features a chart, knit and crochet swatch, and written instructions. A section at the back of the book includes a techniques refresher for both knit and crochet beginners so even absolute beginners can make the 75 intricate, sophisticated designs, as the charts and techniques are super simple to follow.
Reviews