Learn to crochet, make a granny square. It's a simple formula that has held true for decades. Crocheters love granny squares because the technique is simple to learn but the possibilities are endless. Vary the colours. Use the same colours but change their placement. Add unique images. Make the same square over and over but in different sizes. There is much to love about the classic square crochet motif. But if it's hip to make squares, imagine the coolness quotient of circles, stars, triangles and hexagons. Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs introduces crocheters to more than 150 designs of every size and shape. Full colour photographs capture the intricate details and colour work in each motif
This is the MOST beautiful crochet motifs/shapes book I have EVER come across! First of all, it is spiral bound, which is GREAT to crochet with the pattern; having the book open on it's own to follow the pattern! The motifs/shapes are GORGEOUS! There are not 'just' squares. There are circles, triangles, hexagons, and more! I have read this book through a few times, and have looked longingly at the beautiful motifs, thinking about crocheting them. In EVERY crochet book, you ALWAYS learn something new, and this book is no exception! I have crocheted for years now, and I've learned a LOT of new things I never knew! The directions are very easy to follow, and it also includes directions for following a chart while crocheting! Following a chart can be very difficult, and this book makes it so easy! I have never come across this in a crochet book, having directions in words and directions to follow a chart as well! The illustrations are very clear and concise to see the different stitches, for beginners, as well. If you had no photos, the words for the directions for the charts alone are as easy to follow just by themselves. I am VERY glad I bought this book! This book is definitely a KEEPER! It will stay in my Library for years to come!