Connect the Shapes Crochet Motifs: Creative Techniques for Joining Motifs of All Shapes; Includes 101 New Motif Designs

This is an incredibly beautiful and useful book for any crocheter who has advanced enough to begin to want to make things that don't come from the standard patterns, but do use motifs. I have been crocheting for over a half a century (that long?), and I still found new stuff in it. I really like the section showing both sides of join results, so you pick what you want to do. Ms. Eckman offers many new motifs (101), and my mind was busy finding ways to adapt them--finer threads, more open work, closer work, etc. This book will keep me busy for some time, as I experiment with making sweaters, hats, etc. to try out the motifs and the joinings. I recommend this book to any crocheter in intermediate stage or beyond, and if you are having trouble with written out patterns, this is a book for you. It relies heavily on symbol crochet (every pattern has both instructions!), so you can get to know the international language for crochet. That way you can get an instruction book in Russian, French, German, Japanese, whatever, and you will still be able to make the patterns because you will be able to follow international crochet instructions. (And there are some gorgeous foreign language instruction books out there!) My only complaint is that I wish there were more clothing patterns (some blouses or tunics?) included, and of course, more book! I'm getting more of her books as soon as possible.

I am so happy with this purchase, which included "Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs". Upon first impression, the book is sturdy and of course I love that it has a hard spiral binding; perfect for laying flat for reference while you work. High quality materials make for beautiful, clear and bright photos. Digging into the book I find myself impressed with Ms. Eckman's clear and concise instruction. The opening sections alone are worth the purchase, and then the motifs are fantastic. I love everything about this book and am sure it will be a valuable tool, not only for reference but for inspiration in my own process of creating appealing designs in crochet. I can see having lots of fun experimenting with different motifs in various yarn weights and types, and if that's all I did with this book it would still be worth it! I usually rely on the internet for most of my craft reference, but I can absolutely see myself adding "Around the Corner Crochet Borders" and "The Crochet Answer Book" to my library based on this purchase.

I have read this book from cover to cover and am truly impressed. There are so many different patterns to choose from.

I bought the e-book version of this book for my tablet, and I think that the physical book version would probably be better for me. I think this is more of a problem with the Kindle app on my tablet than the actual book itself.The charts are the most helpful part of the book. Although the instructions are adequate, the pattern can be understood from the chart alone. The only confusing part is that the rows are different colors to distinguish where they begin and end, but this does not indicate a color change. It seems very simple to remember, but it quickly became bothersome to zoom out of the picture of the chart to double check the written instructions for color changes.There are many beautiful motifs that have great potential as building blocks for a variety of projects. Definitely worth the money.

This book contains lots of new ways to join you beautiful squares and other motifs rather than the same old sew or single crochet them together. Well worth the purchase.

Was a gift and she Loved it!

I found the instructions to be clear. The photos help you see the instructions. I really like how the author encourages you to take what she is showing you how to do and try your own spin on it. There are some basic joinings she shows, and then some Join as you go ones. There are also a few joining motifs. This book is a great book to have in any crochet lovers library, with good variety and beautiful photos! I like the spiral binding. My book had some minor damage to the bottom of some pages (likely from shipping with other things).

Gorgeous book when purchased for kindle fire or other color e-reader formats. Vibrant images and clear layout with a fantastic index to refer to specific patterns. You will not regret buying this for the kindle fire, trust me! Avoids common mistakes found in many digital format crochet guides such as missing text, small or dull pictures and incomplete instructions.I am an intermediate level crochet artist, and I am highly satisfied with every title I own by Edie Eckman. Great books for all experience levels that grow with you as you learn new skills. I go back to this book and others by the author again and again. Solid technique, modern designs, and easy to follow instructions make this book a valuable resource you will use for years, not weeks. Highest recommendation for readers who are beginners familiar with basic stitches and up.For absolute beginners, get "Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs." I made my first multi-color motifs four years ago using the instructions in this book and they still look great!

Eine Fülle an Ideen für Grannys in verschiedenen Formen und Anleitungen, wie man sie zusammenfügt. Alles mit Häkelschrift und sehr verständlich erklärt. Sehr inspirierend!

C’est un excellent ouvrage très bien conçu et très bien expliqué. Il y a beaucoup de modèles. Cela vient avec des explications écrites des photos et un diagramme. Parfait pour la débutante que je suis. En plus le format spiral est très chouette.

Es un libro bien explicado y con fotos muy bonitas. Viene en inglés.

Même si ce livre est en anglais les diagrammes sont clairs et les motifs originaux. A un livre à acheter sans hésiter

Well set out book with more than plenty nevessary helpful information. Diagrams, Glossary Good Index(bought one glissy book that had no index!); and great photographs Glad to say the particular pattern I wanted was included! Am v happy.