W
e are always excited to get our hands
on a new book from Crochet Now’s
favourite Sarah Shrimpton, and she’s
taken her work to the next level with
the marvellous Modern Crochet Bible. As
you can probably guess from the title, this is
a must-have book for your crochet library,
featuring a full range of techniques you’ll
come across in almost any crochet pattern!Modern Crochet Bible,
by Sarah Shrimpton, £17.99,
David & CharlesThis month we are so excited to be able to review
our new favourite crochet compendium that’s full
of inspirational projects, ideas and techniques
http://www.crochetnow.co.uk | 67More experienced crocheters will value the
addition of this book to their collection as well.
It presents a handy quick-reference guide
to favourite techniques such as colourwork,
embroidery and Tunisian crochet. Sarah also
gives many traditional techniques a modern
makeover with contemporary designs and
colour palettes, making for a great book to
fl ick through and get stuck into equally.Projects and techniques are accompanied by
clear step-by-step photography that is easy
to follow. The book itself feels weighty in your
hands, and has a classic design both inside
and out that makes this book a pleasure
to hold, have on your coffee table, your
bookshelf, or even on the go! It would make
a great gift for your crochet friends, and a
nice treat for yourself this month if you fancy
feeling inspired!This book is a great entry point into our
favourite craft for beginners. It’s clear to
navigate, and instructions are concise, with
advice being offered throughout on projects,
tension, yarn choices, and more. Techniques
can be learnt in many bite-sized projects,
and several interesting techniques are also
devoted to larger projects, such as colour-
pooling in a very chic scarf!Turn over to try Sar h’s simple
Folk Art Embroidery!