crochet blouse

[Broncrochets]

I just can't seem to stay away from this book! Here's my latest:

http://image.inkfrog.com/pix/Graymist35/stacy.JPG

The pattern calls for Classic Elite's "Flash," but I used Elann's Pasticcio cotton (about twice as big as Flash) and crocheted the smallest size. (35" to get a 44" bust). I made it about 5" longer than the pattern stated and added a couple of rows to the neckline (enough to keep it on my shoulders), but those were the only changes. It was very fast to crochet, the shaping is very well done, and the pattern is super simple to follow.

If anyone is still wondering if they should get this book (Cool Crochet by Melissa Leapman), I'd say go for it, you love it! :cheer:manyheart

Now....hmmm....which pattern should I do next? hehehe:hook

Bron

[blong2001]

Very nice! Love the color. I keep looking at the Cool Crochet book every time I go to AC Moore....maybe I should splurge!!

[fran]

Very pretty! Nice fit!

[centerpt1]

Very, very nice- and I love the color. I've tried to find that book, none of the stores near me have it. You just inspired me to order it from Amazon!:cheer

[hookedoncrochet]

I love it! :c9 The color is beautiful! I just order this book on line...can't wait to get it!

[vhanna26]

Fabulous work on Stacy :manyheart ! How about Giselle next? I want to make the scarf from it with some Paton's Brilliant.

BTW, I have the book and agree with Bron. If there is anyone sitting on the fence about getting this, don't. It really has some cute, fresh patterns

[MiCountess]

Beautiful - Great Job
Michelle

[2goofy]

Oh, my! What a great job! :jumpyay

[crochetfun]

You helped me make my mind up: I am getting the book:)

Lovely work, every time.

[jaclim]

That's a beautiful top, Bron! Love the color as well! :-))))))

[faithpa76]

Very pretty! I have to look into that book - lol! :)

[megan]

Wow, that's really beautiful! I love the color and the shaping... maybe I'll have to buy that book, too.

[Isabella2000]

Check out Borders or Barnes & Nobles. I picked mine up at Borders.

It is fantastic. I love everything in it.

[boredelf]

That's great!
I've been looking for that book at B&N and books a million and haven't seen it there yet! I may check out Michael's sometime this week. I know that B&N will special order it, but if I'm going to order it, I'd rather get it cheaper somewhere like amazon! ;)

[bythehook]

great sweater!

[Broncrochets]

Thanks everyone! :D As always, it's great to share with people who love to crochet as much as I do. :clap

Fabulous work on Stacy :manyheart ! How about Giselle next? I want to make the scarf from it with some Paton's Brilliant.

BTW, I have the book and agree with Bron. If there is anyone sitting on the fence about getting this, don't. It really has some cute, fresh patterns

Good idea, Vera. "Giselle" is on my to-do list - just have to make a final decision on the yarn. (Ha- I should use some of my huge stash of Cotton Ease....I bought more today!) Maybe I'll do the scarf first with some of the chenille in my stash. :hook You & I should do a "Scarf-Along." ;)

Bron

[crochetaddict033]

Love it. You did a great job and I so want this book. I have yet to find it anywhere here so I may have to go to amazon once I get some extra money. Know what I'd like to see you do next? The shirt on the cover. I have been dying to make a shirt like that.

Wonderful job:yay

[mumbles17]

thats a lovely top - you did a great job!:clap
Im going to have to go and take a look at this book !!
Fiona

[AshEgypt]

Wow! That's turned out great! Crocheted tops are really hot here in Liverpool. I keep seeing them in the stores and thinking I can do that! I want this book too.

:frog

[earthwhisper]

Lovely!

[deneen]

That is really beautiful and looks lovely on you! I am coveting that book!

[shelbyro]

Great job!

I am making Giselle right now--I'm about half done. I love love love it. i can't wait to make another thing from this book. Everyone--BUY IT!

[dennymare]

Beautiful top:cheer Great job on it.
Mary

[Jewels]

What a great looking summer cotton top and pertttttty color!
Does that book have a "crochet closet" pattern to fit all your creations? lol

[tezen]

very nice, love the color:clap

[Broncrochets]

Love it. You did a great job and I so want this book. I have yet to find it anywhere here so I may have to go to amazon once I get some extra money. Know what I'd like to see you do next? The shirt on the cover. I have been dying to make a shirt like that.

Wonderful job:yay

Hi Jesse -

Yeah - I want to make that wrap sweater too! I'd like to find a good subsitute for the Classic Elite "Star" called for in the pattern, though. I'd need about 15 skeins & at $5.50/skein, that's a little pricey! I just need to find a less expensive yarn with some stretch to it. :) The search is on!

Bron

[diamond]

The things you've been making out of 'Cool Crochet' are amazing. I really should find where I stashed that book and look through it again!!

[Terri/LadySorce]

turned out nice. Great colors

[sem464]

Great looking top. I have been wanting one, Hmmmm, maybe after the wedding!

[crochetaddict033]

Hi Jesse -

Yeah - I want to make that wrap sweater too! I'd like to find a good subsitute for the Classic Elite "Star" called for in the pattern, though. I'd need about 15 skeins & at $5.50/skein, that's a little pricey! I just need to find a less expensive yarn with some stretch to it. :) The search is on!

Bron

Um, yea that price is a bit high....lol. I wish I could suggest something. I will keep an eye out too just because until I get the book, I am seeing things through you!! Lol...Can't wait to see what is next!

[rebeccav]

ooooo - now that is one i could actually see doing for myself! it looks wonderful on you :c9

[highdesertrose]

oooooh, LOVE it!:manyheart

Justine

[lauravee]

Very nice! I actually conned my husband into buying me the book last night, now I just need to pick out my first project.

[Broncrochets]

Thanks again, everyone! :hook


Very nice! I actually conned my husband into buying me the book last night, now I just need to pick out my first project.

Have fun choosing, Laura! :cheer The patterns are so well written I think anything from that book would be a winner. :cheer

Bron

[twoqtgirls]

Wow! I love this!

[DesertCrocheter]

Very nice job! I just checked out the book at Border's this past weekend per your recommendation, and it does have some cute patterns in it. A little pricey for my budget after my frenzy at Joann's this weekend, but my boss usually gives us gift certificates to Borders for Christmas, so if I can hold out that long, I know what I'll be spending it on.
Patty

[yarnnutamy]

Neat top! I think I will have to check out that book!

[shay_shay]

Hey I like your Stacy. I just finished crocheting that too. We made some of the same alterations to the pattern also.