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Bead Crochet by Nancy Nehring Nancy’s book is a bead crochet how-to for wearables and accessories. There are seven projects; a poncho for a child and her dolls, a poncho for mom, flower embellishments, a tote bag, small bag and a tassel scarf. All the projects include instructions for making the item and then adding bead crochet as embellishment. You need to know basic crochet before working these patterns. A basic primer is included; however, those new to crochet will enjoy the instructions more if they are already comfortable with basic crochet stitches. The instructions include the skill level required for each project. I decided to make the Beaded-Tassel Scarf and it was listed as Intermediate Skills required. The instructions were easy to follow. The only difficulty I experienced was keeping my eyes on the correct row while crocheting. I kept looking back at the wrong row off and on and had to pull my yarn out three times before I finally used my brain and stuck a ruler down next to the row I was working on to keep track. I used Amore’, also a Coats & Clark yarn, instead of the recommended yarn. It is soft and fuzzy and the stitches are a little more difficult to see, however, it drapes beautifully. I got off the track after making the scarf and created my own bead crochet tassels. I really like the scarf pattern; it is very different from most motifs I have worked before, it is puffy and makes bumpy holes within the scarf. I will use the motif again in the future. I believe an advanced beginner would have no problem with this pattern. I am sure you will find Nancy’s projects fun and give you ideas for adding beads to other items in your wardrobe. Review by Lydia F Borin |
