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Yarn Pooling Made Easy by Marly Bird – Book Review and Giveaway

in book review, Leisure Arts on 09/07/17

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Last year, yarn pooling or color pooling became a HUGE trend among the crochet community. I never really got the hang of it but there was no lack of trying there. So, when I received the opportunity to review Yarn Pooling Made Easy by the amazing Marly Bird, I jumped at the chance to learn from a master. Yarn Pooling Made Easy teaches you how to turn variegated yarn into something truly amazing with a simple stitch pattern! Not only does Marly teach you how to complete a planned yarn pooling project, she also has included 10 gorgeous crochet patterns in the book. If you have never heard of the trend and want to try it out now or have tried before and failed (like me!) you will definitely want to add Yarn Pooling Made Easy to your library.

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher to complete my review, but was not financially compensated in any way to write a favorable review. All opinions expressed in this post are my own. This post also contains affiliate links. I receive compensation from purchases made through these links. This small contribution helps support The Stitchin’ Mommy and allows me to bring you more great posts!

 

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Excerpted from Yarn Pooling Made Easy by Marly Bird. Copyright © 2017 Leisure Arts, Inc. Used with permission from the publisher. All rights reserved.

Title: Yarn Pooling Made Easy
Author: Marly Bird
Published by: Leisure Arts, Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-4647-6622-0
Format: Paperback, 32 pages
Published: July 1, 2017
Price: $9.99

Yarn Pooling Made Easy

Yarn Pooling Made Easy is an amazing resource that teaches you how to get started with planned color pooling. Since there are so many variables for achieving successful color pooling, Marly breaks it all down and explains the secret to the technique and how to apply it to the 10 gorgeous patterns in the book. Here are the patterns included in Yarn Pooling Made Easy:

  • Full Scarf p3
  • Wristers, Cowl, & Hat Set p6
  • Zig-Zag Scarf p10
  • Car Seat Cover p13
  • Baby Cocoon p16
  • Hooded Scarf p19
  • Child’s Sweater p22
  • Poncho With Raglan Yoke p26

Crochet Yarn Pooling

The projects in this book are all created with various kinds of Red Heart variegated yarn which work well with the color pooling “formula.” The projects are all unique and there is such a great variety of patterns, so there is something for everyone! The patterns in this book are written in standard US crochet terms. Each pattern includes a “Shopping List” with yarn, hook, and other supply information. The patterns also have gauge information including instructions on how to create the gauge swatch. There is also a stitch guide with instructions for the Moss Stitch, which is used in all of the patterns. The instructions are all clearly written and easy to understand.

In the book, Marly also includes the link to her amazing Planned Pooling video playlist on YouTube. She also has some great tips on her blog to help you along your planned pooling journey!


Giveaway

A huge thank you to Marly Bird and Leisure Arts for providing both the review copy and giveaway copy of Yarn Pooling Made Easy and allowing me to give this amazing book away to one of my lucky readers!

Here’s how to enter:

Use the Rafflecopter form below to enter. The giveaway is open to US residents only and will end on September 17, 2017 at 11:59pm ET. Please read all giveaway rules before entering. Good luck to you all!

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Blog Tour

Marly is hosting a blog tour for Yarn Pooling Made Easy. You can find out more about it here. If you would like to stop by and visit all of the blogs participating in the blog tour and enter the other giveaways, you can find them all here:

Calleigh’s Clips & Crochet Creations: September 5, 2017
ACCROchet: September 6, 2017
The Stitchin’ Mommy: September 7, 2017 <– That’s me!
Crochet Memories: September 8, 2017
Pattern Paradise: September 11, 2017
5 Little Monsters: September 12, 2017
Yarnutopia: September 13, 2017
Same DiNamics Crochet: September 14, 2017
Nicki’s Homemade Crafts: September 15, 2017
Looping With Love: September 18, 2017
Underground Crafter: September 19, 2017

In addition to the giveaways hosted by the bloggers above, Marly will be hosting a giveaway each day of the 10-day blog tour for Planned Pooling Made Easy! You can find Marly’s daily giveaways on her YouTube channel.

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  1. Nora Helma says

    December 16, 2018 at 3:20 PM

    Thanks for reviewing this book. I’ve wanted to try yarn pooling but have been intimidated by it. Maybe I’ll give it a try.

    Reply
  2. Cinda says

    December 15, 2018 at 4:55 PM

    This is one thing I have yet to tackle. I look forward reading and learning all I can about yarn pooling. The review is what made me want this book and of course it’s by Marly Bird, now that lady can craft. Thanks Stitch mommy for steering me in the right direction.

    Reply
  3. Kim Thomas says

    December 12, 2018 at 10:12 AM

    My Daughter showed me this book and I just can hardly believe that this can be done! Fascinating concept and since I am a doubter, I appreciate the review and so in the next year want to give this technique a try. Thanks so much!

    Reply
  4. Tara Dwyer says

    October 23, 2018 at 12:52 PM

    What a great book, I’ve always wanted to learn how to yarn pool!

    Reply
  5. Olga Torres says

    October 16, 2018 at 10:17 AM

    as much as I enjoy this yarn pooling,its not always the easiest to get started. You think you got it then Bam it all starts to change. So maybe I should get this book.

    Reply
  6. Renea Moore says

    August 18, 2018 at 4:03 PM

    I have a wanted to try yarn pooling. After reading your review I think I will definitely be giving it try.

    Reply
  7. Debby Elmer says

    July 29, 2018 at 8:36 AM

    I love all the different crochet projects. You always give me such great ideas.

    Reply
  8. DIMITRA TZAMTZIS says

    June 13, 2018 at 5:04 PM

    Something to try out! Thank you!

    Reply
  9. Marjolein says

    June 13, 2018 at 2:03 AM

    I just started a project with pooling yarn. Not that easy with a book lol xxx

    Reply
  10. Dimitra Tzamtzis says

    May 12, 2018 at 11:05 PM

    I would love to try yarn pooling one day.

    Reply
  11. Sandy says

    March 13, 2018 at 11:06 PM

    Beautiful technique!

    Reply
  12. Connie D says

    March 4, 2018 at 10:07 AM

    I love the look of yarn pooling but haven’t got it down yet and would love anything that would make it easier.

    Reply
  13. Diane says

    February 27, 2018 at 12:13 PM

    I’m obsessed with yarn pooling and Marly Bird is the best! This looks like a great book!

    Reply
  14. Maddie N says

    February 27, 2018 at 11:33 AM

    Looks like a fun technique to learn!

    Reply
  15. Laura says

    February 19, 2018 at 6:05 PM

    I’ve always been afraid to try this. Now I am inspired.

    Reply
  16. Faith Emerson says

    February 19, 2018 at 3:28 PM

    I haven’t tried yarn pooling but would like to. These are some very nice patterns. Beautiful work. Thank you.

    Reply
  17. Lori VanDusen says

    February 16, 2018 at 4:16 PM

    I would love to have a book that would guide me through yarn pooling. I really love the possibilities 😊

    Reply
  18. VictoriaKilton says

    February 14, 2018 at 11:33 AM

    I need to get supplies to try Yarn pooling it looks amazing!

    Reply
  19. Christine says

    February 14, 2018 at 10:44 AM

    Thank you for the review. This is something I really want to try.

    Reply
  20. Sharon Fee says

    February 13, 2018 at 7:50 PM

    I’ve tried several techniques on yarn pooling with no luck. I hope this book will help!

    Reply
  21. Cheryl Heming says

    February 13, 2018 at 4:01 PM

    I tried yarn pooling without much success, this book shows some great ideas and tips.

    Reply
  22. Diana Ross says

    February 13, 2018 at 12:57 PM

    I love the yarn pooling book! I’ve always wanted to learn how to do this. Thank you for making it easy for us!

    Reply
  23. Alison Routley says

    January 25, 2018 at 5:50 PM

    Your review of this book has given me the inspiration to try colour blocking – something I’ve been nervous to try. Also, I will be getting a copy of this book, having also see photos of some of the projects.

    Reply
  24. Nicole Lopez says

    January 25, 2018 at 12:44 PM

    Still trying to figure out pooling.

    Reply
  25. Christy says

    January 24, 2018 at 7:03 AM

    This is on my list of things to try!

    Reply
  26. Katrina says

    January 24, 2018 at 1:48 AM

    I think this lady would be a great designer to learn Yarn pooling from, thanks for the book review!!

    Reply
  27. Julie says

    January 23, 2018 at 10:16 PM

    I have yet to give this a try – but planning on it soon

    Reply
  28. Christy says

    January 23, 2018 at 7:51 PM

    ID love to learn how to yarn pool. I get a pattern but not like this

    Reply
  29. Maddie N says

    January 23, 2018 at 1:17 PM

    Would like to learn Yarn Pooling. Looks like a challenge that’ll be fun to do.

    Reply
  30. Eileen Boyce says

    January 16, 2018 at 4:04 AM

    This is s cute.

    Reply
  31. Alice Darter says

    January 14, 2018 at 10:52 AM

    Really looking forward to giving this a shot now. Thanks for the review!

    Reply
  32. Yasmin Jumao-as says

    January 10, 2018 at 9:17 AM

    This is an awesome book.😍

    Reply
  33. Marcia de Hue says

    January 10, 2018 at 8:55 AM

    Sending my son to the store to get me some more yarn for pooling. Tried it a lot of times, but will give it a chance to try it more

    Reply
  34. Patty says

    January 10, 2018 at 2:08 AM

    I am really interested in yarn pooling and your review makes me want to try it again-maybe this time I can figure it out.

    Reply
  35. Laurie Copeland says

    January 9, 2018 at 12:23 AM

    I’ve been wanting to try yarn pooling, maybe I can do it this year

    Reply
  36. deborah says

    December 18, 2017 at 10:41 AM

    I think she is the best in explaining yarn pooling.

    Reply
  37. Sharon says

    December 14, 2017 at 11:34 PM

    Thanks for the review! I’ve tried different techniques for yarn pooling with no luck. Maybe this book will help!

    Reply
  38. Teri says

    December 13, 2017 at 10:04 AM

    I love your review of Marly’s yarn pooling book. I definitely want to give this a try!

    Reply
  39. morgan schrodt says

    December 13, 2017 at 3:57 AM

    Planned pooling is one of the best yarn techniques ever !! These patterns looks so fun!!

    Reply
  40. loretta says

    December 12, 2017 at 7:13 PM

    this was a fun fade last year, and I actually was able to make a few scarfs and dishtowels that looked terrific with the pooling. I remember way back when I was learning to crochet and knit from my Mom, how she told me if I adjusted my tension and kept it consistent, I’d see a pattern emerge as I went … this is what she meant.

    Reply
  41. Carrie P. says

    December 12, 2017 at 4:47 PM

    I like the idea of yarn pooling made easy because it seems so complicated to me.

    Reply
  42. Julie says

    December 12, 2017 at 3:45 PM

    Looks like something I would like to try.

    Reply
  43. Rebecca says

    December 11, 2017 at 4:21 AM

    I might have to look into yarn pooling and this book now ☺️

    Reply
  44. Judy Mitchel says

    December 10, 2017 at 5:52 PM

    I’m so confused by spooling I think this would be a good one to check out.

    Reply
  45. Carol Vile says

    December 10, 2017 at 4:39 PM

    I haven’t tried yarn pooling yet, and wouldn’t know how so this book would be really useful. I see it has some great patterns in it too, not just scarves.

    Reply
  46. Laurie Copeland says

    December 10, 2017 at 9:36 AM

    I have been thinking of trying yarn pooling and this book looks like a great starting place with Marley’s secrets

    Reply
  47. Gail H says

    December 9, 2017 at 9:38 AM

    Beautiful idea! Would love to learn how to yarn pooling

    Reply
  48. K'Lynn Wait says

    December 9, 2017 at 9:06 AM

    I have been too intimidated to try yarn pooling but now with the help of this book I will be ready to give it a try! I love watching Marly’s videos, so I’m sure her book will be great. Thanks for the review!

    Reply
  49. Beth says

    December 8, 2017 at 10:34 AM

    Ahh! Another project to add to my list! Can’t wait… Looks gorgeous

    Reply
  50. Karol Beaufore says

    December 5, 2017 at 1:25 PM

    I love the look of yarn pooling. The easiest explanation of yarn pooling was done by Marly Bird.

    Reply
  51. WJ says

    December 5, 2017 at 12:13 PM

    This is a technique I have been wanting to try for a while now. This book looks like the perfect thing to get me doing it.

    Reply
  52. Brianna says

    December 3, 2017 at 6:53 PM

    Gosh. I’ve been wanting to try yarn pooling! It’s so intimidating though!

    Reply
  53. Kelsey Hollis says

    December 2, 2017 at 8:46 PM

    I’ve been wanting to try yarn pooling. This will give me some motivation!

    Reply
  54. Loretta Newnam says

    December 2, 2017 at 8:19 PM

    I need this book!

    Reply
  55. Doris McCarty says

    December 2, 2017 at 7:45 PM

    I like this book!

    Reply
  56. Kd Williams says

    December 2, 2017 at 10:50 AM

    Yarn pooling fascinates me – from reading your review, I will have to give it a try!

    Reply
  57. TINA FESTORAZIE says

    December 2, 2017 at 6:54 AM

    I’m excited to try yarn pooling. The scarf looks gorgeous.

    Reply
  58. Catol says

    December 2, 2017 at 2:44 AM

    I had no idea what yarnpooling was until I read your review-thanks!!

    Reply
  59. Emmal says

    December 2, 2017 at 1:08 AM

    I’d love to try yarn pooling, this book would really help!!

    Reply
  60. Kimberly says

    December 1, 2017 at 9:26 PM

    Interesting. Thanks for the review.

    Reply
  61. Terri Korell says

    December 1, 2017 at 5:58 PM

    Thank you for the review, her blog is wonderful. Thanks for the hint to check out her page.

    Reply
  62. Rebekah says

    December 1, 2017 at 4:55 PM

    I may have to check this out. I love the look of yarn pooling but not sure I could do it.

    Reply
  63. Flora says

    December 1, 2017 at 4:47 PM

    I have been stymied by this technique, but it sounds like this book may help.

    Reply
  64. Connie says

    December 1, 2017 at 4:00 PM

    I really need to give this a try. thanks for the book.

    Reply

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