Learn an updated take on the vintage art of broomstick lace with easy-to-follow photo tutorials! Made using a super-huge needle (the "broomstick") and a crochet hook, this technique creates a very distinctive cluster lace stitch that's fun and fast to crochet. A step-by-step photo tutorial on the basic stitch using single crochet is followed by additional broomstick lace tutorials. Learn to increase and decrease, work in the round, change colour, and work broomstick lace with different stitches. Includes 20 original designs for broomstick lace, ranging from accessories to baby items to designs for the home.

About the Author

Donna Wolfe is the crochet designer and teacher behind the hugely successful Naztazia YouTube channel which has over 735,000 subscribers. She is based in the USA.

Reviews

I've always admired broomstick lace and envied those who could do it. I've never braved the technique myself, though I've always wanted to (and I have the perfect jumbo-size knitting needles just waiting to be used). The problem is, where do I start and what sort of project do I make for my first broomstick lace project?

The book does a great job of going through and teaching all of the crochet stitches step by step, so even a beginner who has never made a slipknot or single crochet stitch can pick up this book, and with some time and patience, learn broomstick lace. Virtually every technique you'll ever need to know related to broomstick lace is covered in this book - increases, decreases, working in the round...

And then once you have the technique down, you have a great selection of projects to choose from. There are 20 patterns ranging from a scarf, pillow, hat, skirt, wrap, blanket, phone cozy, wristlets and more.

If I have one criticism of the book it's just that the photos of the designs are a bit lackluster. But would that stop me from purchasing the book? Absolutely not! Between the great step-by-step directions and selection of projects, this book is a great choice for a beginning crocheter or a skilled crocheter looking to learn a new technique.

For the full review visit: http://hooked-on-crafting.com/2015/11/24/broomstick-lace-crochet-a-new-look-at-a-vintage-stitch-with-20-stylish-designs/

* Hooked on Crafting *
Broomstick Lace Crochet is a new take on a vintage art. If you aren't familiar with broomstick lace, it's made using a huge knitting needle (the "broomstick") and a crochet hook. This technique creates a distinctive lace stitch that's fun to make and beautiful too!The book starts at the beginning, teaching the basic stitches, as well as increasing and decreasing, changing colors, and stitch variations-all with step-by-step photo tutorials. And of course there are the patterns - 20 original designs ranging from baby items to designs for the home. The tutorial illustrations in Broomstick Lace Crochet really are excellent - full color, clear, nearly as good as her videos! And there's a great variety of patterns - an infinity scarf, skirt, purse, baby items, shawl, blanket, and more! I would recommend Broomstick Lace Crochet to both newbies and experienced crocheters alike!
Read more at http://www.mooglyblog.com/broomstick-lace-crochet-giveaway/#VlMbj1BF2cDw1Ilf.99
* Moogly *

Broomstick Lace Crochet by Donna Wolfe is a fantastic new book published by Stackpole Books! I learned broomstick Lace from my Grandmother years and years ago. Just the basics, but I always remember enjoying this technique.

Donna's book is wonderful! The book starts by learning the basics in broomstick stitches. She goes on to teach with half double and double stitches. You'll learn how to create your own patterns, then move on to learning how to create what she calls Faux Broomstick. This entails not using any special lace pins at all. Donna also give alternatives to the Lace Pin such as rulers, tubing and other items you might have at home.

Once you learn the techniques, the book goes on to talk about crochet basics such as materials, gauge, finishing, reading the patterns etc. Then there are 20 fantastic patterns to practice your skills on!

Broomstick Lace Crochet by Donna Wolfe is a fantastic new book published by Stackpole Books!

I learned broomstick Lace from my Grandmother years and years ago. Just the basics, but I always remember enjoying this technique.

Donna's book is wonderful! The book starts by learning the basics in broomstick stitches. She goes on to teach with half double and double stitches. You'll learn how to create your own patterns, then move on to learning how to create what she calls Faux Broomstick. This entails not using any special lace pins at all. '

Donna also give alternatives to the Lace Pin such as rulers, tubing and other items you might have at home.

Once you learn the techniques, the book goes on to talk about crochet basics such as materials, gauge, finishing, reading the patterns etc. Then there are 20 fantastic patterns to practice your skills on! Here are my favorites!

Full review and images: http://www.krwknitwear.com/2015/11/19/book-review-broomstick-lace/

* KRW Knitwear Studio *

If you have never learned how to crochet broomstick lace, this could be a great starting point for you! Donna Wolfe of naztazia.com has come up with 20 designs using a very basic broomstick stitch in her new book "Broomstick Lace Crochet". I would recommend this book to even the newest crocheters and those hesitant to learn new stitches to just jump on in! This stitch is a lot of fun, and this book provides many step-by-step photos to lead you along. There are many other helpful tips as well, including how to substitute other tools should you not have a size 50 knitting needle handy! Perusing this book reminded me of the time I taught this stitch to a group of new crocheters who were all pre-teens and quickly picked up this technique pretty easily with only a few weeks of crochet experience under their belt. All of the patterns are very easy and approachable. Two of the projects that stood out to me were the headbands and the book cuffs. Both make use of decorative buttons that fit nicely into the broomstick stitches and are cute and functional. They are also gifts that can be made quickly using extra yarn from my stash. The photography in this book is not as stunning as other books I have featured, but the photos are more than adequate to give you an idea of the finished designs. It does look like Donna had fun participating as a model with her children in the photo shoots!

For the full review and images: http://www.bonniebay.com/blog/2015/11/30/book-review-broomstick-lace-crochet-by-donna-wolfe.html

* Bonnie Bay Crochet *



Book Information
ISBN 9780811716154
Author Donna Wolfe
Format Paperback
Page Count 112
Imprint Stackpole Books
Publisher Stackpole Books
Weight(grams) 380g
Dimensions(mm) 280mm * 216mm * 14mm