Kids Crochet: Projects for Kids of All Ages
by Kelli Ronci
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Author: Kelli RonciBrand: Abrams Publishing
Illustrator: Lena Corwin
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2005-05-01
ISBN: 1584794135
Number of pages: 128
Publisher: Stewart, Tabori and Chang
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Book Reviews of Kids Crochet: Projects for Kids of All Ages
Book Review: A Wonderful Book Acknowledges that Kids Have Taste
Summary: 5 Stars
There are things one orders on line for others, particularly for grandchildren, which one would prefer to preview before sending. My two oldest granddaughters turn 10 and 8 this summer, which means that they are the right age for crafts. I had stumbled upon a lap loom and bought the oldest girl one for Christmas (made in NH and sold at an independent toy store in MA), while the younger one received a potholder loom.
Although weaving seemed a good place to begin, exposing the girls to domestic crafts grew as an idea. I started skipping through the internet, looking for kid friendly books and tools.
I bought this book, Kids Crochet, with the intention of sending it to them later . . . I was committed to the looms and, really, one craft at a time, is best. Two craft projects would have overwhelmed them. I'm still going to send the Kids Crochet book later, either for Valentine's Day, Easter or their summer birthdays . . . after buying another for myself.
I learned to crochet in 5th grade through a friend. Crocheting in the late 1950s is not what it is today and the 'projects' generally reserved for children were useless and discouraged any further interest in this craft. Frankly, the same criticism applies to all crafts taught children during the 50s, including the granddaddy of them all: the gimp lanyard. Furthermore, if anyone should stumble upon a project book for kids crocheting that was written during the middle of last century, one would assume that kids had no taste, no preferences, no voices of their own.
Kids Crochet is a beautifully illustrated book featuring photos of attractive and happy kids (boys as well as girls) making and wearing crocheted items. The book begins by telling left-handed kids how to adapt the instructions, then suggests kids try finger crocheting before using a hook. Smart moves. Next, it illustrates the various weights in which yarn is made and teaches kids how to wind yarn into a ball. It briefly discusses the sources for yarn, then suggests tools hobbyists might need and explains how crochet hooks are sized. Drawings accompany the text that explains how to create a chain stitch and single crochet. This is a boon for kids whose parents never learned and who don't have a grandmother who lives down the block.
The projects are both pretty and useful. There is no crocheting of doilies that no one but a great-great-aunt or the next door neighbor with an "authentic Civil War Era" decorating scheme would want. They include a fashionable neck cozy; a tool pouch (which could also be a small wallet or cosmetic bag); friendship bracelets; handbags; scarves; a poncho; a pretty headband; a quilt; several pillows; variations on a popular hat style and toys. The coup de grace is a sweater. In other words, the kids can make things for themselves as well as things they can give as gifts. Both are important. When a child develops a skill, the child wants to show it off. A doily? Yuck? A cozy and pretty hat a girl made for herself and decorated according to her taste? YES! Children also love giving things to others. The child who receives this book can make a teddy bear for her new born cousin or a birthday present for her mother, grandmother or BBF.
I can not recommend this book highly enough. But I will add a hint: give this book along with enough yarn to complete two projects (in colors the child likes) and the proper size hook. When adults give kids craft items, they frequently fail to give supplies for the second project. No wonder the child loses interest.
Summary of Kids Crochet: Projects for Kids of All Ages
Among the unique projects included are earflap hats, a patchwork poncho, snail and butterfly pillows, a cupcake-shaped pin cushion, and a sweater with an optional hood. With Kids Crochet, boys and girls learn how to crochet and also about crochet traditions around the world; where to go for help and materials; ideas about crocheting for charity; and, most importantly, how to be creative and imaginative with these new skills. Kids Crochet is the second title in STC's Kids Crafts Series (following Kids Embroidery/Fall 04 and preceding Kids Weaving/Fall 05).Crafts & Hobbies Books
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