100 Crochet Tiles Craft Book
A lot of artists get their inspiration from nature, music, films, books, family, architecture, world events, their muse, or a plethora of stimulating ideas. The same could be said for any creator, be it a landscaper, tailor, engineer, web designer, animator, graphic artist or crochet designer. As a crochet addict and enthusiast, I’m always in awe of the beautiful patterns skillful inventors and designers create. One of my favorite things to crochet is afghans and I’m always looking for unique patterns. I’m a big fan of motifs and granny squares, so when I saw the book 100 Crochet Tiles, Charts and patterns for crochet motifs inspired by decorative tiles from David and Charles, I had to have it.
If you’ve traveled a lot, you probably noticed an array of beautiful ceramic tiles specific to a country or region. Turkish tiles are some of the most ornate on the planet and their patterns have been added to rugs, dishware, clothing, tapestry, stationery, and now crochet motifs. In this craft book, you’ll find a wide range of decorative motifs that were expertly fashioned after ceramic tiles from around the world by 15 of the most talented crochet designers. secret code: homewares
The onset of the book chats about how to use it effectively and shows the abbreviations, chart symbols, and terminology in US and UK terms. Then it dives right into the first design. Aside from easy-to-follow step-by-step written instructions, each motif features a full-color photo and a stitch chart — which shows the color of each stitch or a color chart showing the color changes for tiles made in the mosaic, tapestry, or intarsia techniques. Great for those who prefer to follow a chart. I find them a lot faster to follow than reading a pattern. The back of the book offers Crochet Techniques written instructions and illustrative how-tos.
These attractive tiles allow you the freedom to mix and match so you can create your own blankets, throws, or garments. Included in this book are 8 exciting projects so you can test drive using some of these ornamental crochet motifs.
The Projects
- Baby Wheels Blanket
- Hand-painted Tiles Cushion
- Hebe Blanket
- Partners Cushion
- Petunia Bag
- Poinsettia Wall Panel
- Offset Square Pot Holder
- Victoriana Bath Mat
I love the variety of techniques and designs. They can be incorporated into so many items for friends and family of all ages. I love floral motifs so I was happy to see several including Daisy Girl, Compass Rose, Lotus Blossom, Iris, and Artemis. But there are lots of art deco, geometrics, fun shapes, and cool color combinations that inspire endless creativity and allow you to use up little bits of leftover yarn. It’s the perfect resource and motif addition to any crafter’s library.
Disclaimer: I received complimentary products to facilitate a review. All opinions are my own, yours may differ.
A close friend would love this!
I would like to win this book because I love trying new patterns.
I love to crochet and putting together a blanket from some of the patterns from this book would be amazing!
I love afghan motifs that look like flowers!
Great prize.
I would love to give this to my daughter.
I so want to get into the sewing arts and learning to crochet is on my list so this would be a wonderful book to get me started
I love to crochet and this would give me some new ideas.
I love to crochet afghans, and these would be wonderful to use for that purpose.
I have not crocheted in a long time and would love to get back into it.
Lovely and challenging projects.
I love crocheting. And motifs are my favourite projects!
I have a family member who love to crochet, and I would give this to her.
crocheting is a craft i love,learning to knit and sew some time!!!
Love to do more crafts.
Flower ones are cute.
Would be fun to try.
Really beautiful squares.
I would like to win this awesome prize for my aunt. She would really enjoy this.
I like neutrals & blues.
I would love to win this because I have been broadening my crocheting with making different items other than a one piece afghan or throw. Learning these great tiles would help me create some really cool items.
It would encourage me to take up crochet.
It would encourage me to work on my crochet.
I would love to make these they are so pretty .
I would love the Daisy afghan motifs pattern they are so cute.
I want to learn more patterns.
I want to learn new crochet techniques.
I like classic granny squares.
I love the pineapple motif, and classic granny squares.
I would love to win so my daughter and I could work together to make some blankets!
My nieces like to do lots of crafts, so this would be fun for them. Thank you
I would love to win to learn how to make some of the beautiful patterns in this book.
I believe this book was written just for me…
This would be a nice gift for my daughter.
I would love to win this because my way of distressing is to sew, crochet or knit. Caring for my husband with Alzheimer’s can be stressful at times but I know I can always turn to some quirt times with my crafts.
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I would really like to try and win this lovely book.
The book is beautiful and I would definitely put it to good use. Thank you, Kathy
I love to crochet, so this would be for me.
I like floral motifs.
I love making granny square motifs.