ReviewsLifestyle blogger Zess (for Jessica) has written about life as a mom and posted clever DIY projects for more than a decade, but here she combines her love for vintage decor, fashion and a self-described "slight" yarn addiction to create crochet garments for girls ages 4 to 10. Notable among the patterns for sweaters, dresses and skirts are a charming flower petal skirt and spring dress worked in fine-weight yearn that exhibit a relaxed drape not always associated with crocheted garments. Don't miss the smaller, on-trend accessories (hats, bags and bonnets, among them), especially the adorable pink-and-gray house purse. Most of the 23 patterns are written out and also include stitch charts; they're color-coded for sizes, so no highlighting necessary. Some styles incorporate details knitters are familiar with (bobbles, chevron patterns, colorwork), which may provide an easy segue from needles to hook., An ideal "how to" and profusely illustrated step-by-step instructional guide, Crochet for Girls: 23 Dresses, Sweaters, and Accessories will prove to be an immediate and enduringly popular addition to personal and community library Needlecraft collections in general, and crocheting DIY supplemental reading lists in particular.
SynopsisCute girls deserve cute clothes Dress your favorite girls sizes four to ten in these adorable crochet sweaters, dresses, skirts, hats, purses, and more. From an elegant white pullover with a ruffle to a pretty pink sweater with fringe and a cardigan in chevrons, these designs include that extra something that makes them special. The pretty pink cape is perfect for a cool spring or fall day, and leg warmers and a teddy bear bag will add pizazz to any outfit. Crochet works up quickly, so you can make these pieces right away. A crochet stitch tutorial section is included for a refresher if needed, and all stitches are explained clearly and charted as well as written out. Grab a hook and a lovely yarn and start crocheting, Cute girls deserve cute clothes! Dress your favorite girls sizes four to ten in these adorable crochet sweaters, dresses, skirts, hats, purses, and more. A crochet stitch tutorial section is included for a refresher if needed, and all stitches are explained clearly and charted as well as written out. Grab a hook and a lovely yarn and start ......, Cute girls deserve cute clothes! Dress your favorite girls sizes four to ten in these adorable crochet sweaters, dresses, skirts, hats, purses, and more. From an elegant white pullover with a ruffle to a pretty pink sweater with fringe and a cardigan in chevrons, these designs include that extra something that makes them special. The pretty pink cape is perfect for a cool spring or fall day, and leg warmers and a teddy bear bag will add pizazz to any outfit. Crochet works up quickly, so you can make these pieces right away. A crochet stitch tutorial section is included for a refresher if needed, and all stitches are explained clearly and charted as well as written out. Grab a hook and a lovely yarn and start crocheting!