{"product_id":"connect-the-shapes-crochet-motifs-creative-techniques-for-joining-motifs-of-all-shapes-includes-101-new-motif-designs","title":"Connect the Shapes Crochet Motifs: Creative Techniques for Joining Motifs of All Shapes; Includes 101 New Motif Designs","description":"\u003ctable align=\"center\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"2\" cellspacing=\"0\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"productDetailSmallElements\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarc Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tIncludes index.;Connecting one motif to another can be as exhilarating as stitching. Edie Eckman's guide to creative joining techniques shows how easy it is to combine multiples of a motif to form a whole new pattern, from lacy links to three-dimensional effects, swirls, radiants, and wheels. Also provided are 100 brand-new motif designs, each one, and every joining technique, is accompanied by step-by-step instructions and innovative charts to ensure success.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJacket Description\/Back\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake a connection!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love to crochet, what could be better than 101 new motifs to add to your repertoire? How about innovative, easy-to-follow techniques for joining them together? Best-selling crochet author Edie Eckman shares a dazzling new array of motif designs and then describes creative methods for arranging and connecting your pieces into whole fabrics. You'll be delighted by the possibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEckman's (\u003ci\u003eAround the Corner Crochet Borders\u003c\/i\u003e) specialty is crochet motifs--she has a knack for turning simple stitches with colorful yarn into something fresh and contemporary. Here, she introduces a new batch of crocheted motifs as well as a variety of creative methods for joining the motifs together. Full-color photographs of each motif are included, as are written and charted directions. As a bonus, there are 12 patterns that use the motifs and connection techniques covered in the book. This isn't for beginners--readers need to know how to crochet to get the most out of it--but Eckman may inspire some noncrocheters to learn, just so they can experiment with the techniques she describes. -\u003cb\u003eVERDICT\u003c\/b\u003e Eckman's eye for color and design make this an excellent addition to any crafter's crochet collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: Techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet Started\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReading Charts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Beginning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting a Round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnding a Round\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeaving in Ends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing Yarn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking with Color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating Shapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArranging Shapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiller Motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlanning Pays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet It Together\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin When You're Done\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin as You Go (JAYGo)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuous Motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdges and Finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnecting Crochet in Other Ways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Motifs and Joins\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Grannies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Little Double Crochet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGathered Chains\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacy Links\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayered Mesh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSC\/DC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Clustered\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTriple Petals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a Flower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-D Fun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwirls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRadiants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicots in Plural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWheels and Shells\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInner Connectivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Patterns\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen Place Mat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnowy Shaped Shawl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReversible Camp Rug\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary Frances Pincushions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayered Motif Afghan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer Baby Blanket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePie Wedge Pillow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower Garland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoet Vest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLacy Skirt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCottage Lamp Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotif Directory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlossary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarn Sources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnecting beautiful motifs can be just as enjoyable as crocheting them. Edie Eckman's creative joining techniques allow you to easily combine multiples to form a whole new pattern, from lacy links, swirls, radiants, and wheels to three-dimensional effects. Step-by-step instructions, detailed photography, and innovative stitching charts ensure success. With 100 brand-new motif designs at your fingertips, you'll be free to explore limitless variations and capture your own personal style. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Citations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/span\u003e 10\/15\/2012 pg. 78 (EAN 9781603429733, Spiral) - *Starred Review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/span\u003e 11\/19\/2012 (EAN 9781603429733, Spiral)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eBooklist\u003c\/span\u003e 12\/15\/2012 pg. 15 (EAN 9781603429733, Spiral) - *Starred Review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"italic\"\u003eWilson Nonfiction Catalog\u003c\/span\u003e 04\/11\/2019 (EAN 9781603429733, Spiral)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContributor Bio:\u003c\/strong\u003eEckman, Edie\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEdie Eckman is the author of \u003ci\u003eConnect the Shapes Crochet Motifs\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eAround the Corner Crochet Borders\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBeyond the Square Crochet Motifs\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Crochet Answer Book\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eChristmas Crochet for Hearth, Home \u0026amp; Tree\u003c\/i\u003e, as well as co-editor of \u003ci\u003eCrochet One-Skein Wonders\u003c\/i\u003e(R) and \u003ci\u003eCrochet One-Skein Wonders(R) for Babies.\u003c\/i\u003e She is a nationally known teacher, designer, writer, and editor in both the crochet and knitting worlds. 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