Modern Tapestry Crochet by Alessandra Hayden is an amazing resource for learning the ins and outs of tapestry crochet. This amazing book not only teaches you the techniques of tapestry crochet but also provides 20 gorgeous crochet patterns for you to practice those techniques.

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Title: Modern Tapestry Crochet: Techniques > Projects > Adventure
Author: Alessandra Hayden
Published by: Interweave, an imprint of F&W Media Inc.
ISBN: 978-1-63250-564-4
Format: Paperback, 128 pages
Published: August 2, 2017
Price: $22.99

Modern Tapestry Crochet

Modern Tapestry Crochet contains 20 gorgeous patterns utilizing tapestry crochet. There are a variety of patterns such as scarves, hats, bags, and more. The colorwork and designs used in these patterns make for beautiful and unique pieces.

The book starts off with an introduction from the author, Alessandra Hayden. She talks about her crochet background and love for tapestry crochet. We then move on to the materials needed for the projects in this book and an in-depth section on tapestry crochet techniques. Alessandra discusses the basic techniques used in tapestry crochet and also talks about chart reading and color changes. She also talks about working a flat project versus working in the round. There are also some great tips for finishing and blocking your projects.

We then move on to the patterns. Each of the patterns in this book contains size information, yarn and crochet hook(s) used, other notions needed, gauge information and pattern notes. The patterns are clear and easy to read. Each pattern comes with a chart to help you visualize the color changes. The pattern sizes are shown in inches and centimeters to satisfy both US and International readers.

At the end of Modern Tapestry Crochet, there is a wonderful stitch guide that teaches you the basic stitches used in the book. There is also an abbreviation list to help you understand the stitch abbreviations used in the book. There is also a handy yarn source guide so that you can find the beautiful yarns used in the projects. At the very end of the book, you will find the author’s biography, a sweet dedication to her family, and a section of acknowledgements. There is also an index to help you find sections of the book easier.

All of the projects in Modern Tapestry Crochet are just so beautiful. The mix of colors and patterns just make each project unique and interesting. There are so many great tips in the book to help you create a unique project that you can make your own. These gorgeous projects are all made using a variety of beautiful yarns including yarn from Berroco, Cascade, Malabrigo, Knit Picks, Lion Brand, Quince & Co, and Big Twist Yarns.

Here is a complete list of the patterns you will find in Modern Tapestry Crochet:

Ready for Adventure: Scarves, Shawls, & Cowls
- Route Maps Scarf p26
- West Wind Shawl p30
- Evergreen Country Cowl p34
- Crossroads Scarf p38
- Landscape Cowl p42
Enjoy the Ride: Hats & Headbands
- Horizon Hat p48
- Point A Slouch p52
- Happy Trails Headband p56
- Wayfinding Hat p60
- Garden Detour Beanie p64
- Passenger Slouch p68
Be Prepared: Bags & Throws
- Quick-Stop Clutch p74
- Switchback Throw p78
- Provisions Tote p82
- Distant Mountains Throw p86
- En Route Bag p90
Take a Break: Socks and Mittens
- Northway Mittens p96
- Seaside Slippers p100
- Scenic Overlook Mitts p104
- Cross-Country Socks p110

Here are a few of my favorite projects from Modern Tapestry Crochet:

Distant Mountains Throw p86, excerpted from Modern Tapestry Crochet Copyright © 2017 by Alessandra Hayden. Published by Interweave, an imprint of F&W Media Inc. Used with permission of the publisher. All rights reserved.

Point A Slouch p52, excerpted from Modern Tapestry Crochet Copyright © 2017 by Alessandra Hayden. Published by Interweave, an imprint of F&W Media Inc. Used with permission of the publisher. All rights reserved.

Route Maps Scarf p26, excerpted from Modern Tapestry Crochet Copyright © 2017 by Alessandra Hayden. Published by Interweave, an imprint of F&W Media Inc. Used with permission of the publisher. All rights reserved.

Seaside Slippers p100, excerpted from Modern Tapestry Crochet Copyright © 2017 by Alessandra Hayden. Published by Interweave, an imprint of F&W Media Inc. Used with permission of the publisher. All rights reserved.

You can grab your very own copy of Modern Tapestry Crochet from the Interweave Store for just $22.99.

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A huge thank you to Interweave for providing both the review copy and giveaway copy of Modern Tapestry Crochet and allowing me to give this amazing book away to one of my lucky readers!

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