Get this book if you want to break free of patterns that keep repeating
935195
I had the pleasure of working with the author 1-1 and then read her book. It is rare to read a book that actually gives you all the steps you need to do the work the author guides you through when you work directly with her. Manning-Kogler stands out in the crowd with this book for her gift to all those who cannot, for whatever reason, afford or have the time to work with her directly.

If you cannot understand why you are unable to move forward in a specific area of your life, this book shows you it may be something that requires more than just willpower.  The author takes you step by step through an easy to implement process that will release you from whatever may be stopping you. I have always thought that all it took was setting your mind to something and you can move forward. Working with Michelle directly and then via her book showed me that it really doesn't have to be as hard as we often make it and that sometimes there is more to what is stopping us than willpower alone can overcome.

Using her Quantum Soul Clearing process has enabled me to have more peace, more abundance and opened more possibility in my life.  I highly recommend this book to anyone who is struggling or anyone who just wants a life filled with more abundance and ease.
4148032
I love this book!! Great patterns for crochet clothing that fits and flows. Each pattern comes in a wide range of sizes (not just for skinny people!) to ensure a good fit. The top-down construction technique eliminates all the tedious seaming many crochet patterns use.

This is a few years old and unfortunately, many of the recommended yarns are no longer available, but I've substituted different brands, weights, and fibers without any unexpected consequences. The designs do rely on the foundation sc technique, which can be challenging but is so worthwhile to master. Expect to do lots of frogging on your first few attempts  there are parts which can be difficult to understand at first, but once you get the hang of Ms. Chan's style, it's like a lightbulb turns on and it all makes sense. There are a few base patterns with several variations, which seems limited until you realize that you can take pieces you like from different patterns and combine them in many ways to really customize your garments.

I really recommend this book if you're interested in making crochet garments without the hideous, ugly bulk that plagues so many patterns.
1760837
I love this book!  Like so many other reviews, I have had my fill of boring (they all look alike) less than pretty jelly roll quilts that lack that 'wow' factor, which includes a design that comes together and forms very often secondary patterns.  This book is different from any I have seen and I am always grabbing this book to plan my next jelly roll quilt.  Each jelly roll quilt pattern is different and out of 18, I will probably make about 15 of them.  I have already finished 2 and have a third top ready to be quilted with 2 more patterns cut out and ready to be sewn.  I have never had a book that has drawn me to so many patterns that I will actually do like this book does.  The patterns include some which are very easy and some that require more experience in quilting arts, but I think all are do-able for intermediate  quilters.  Someone said they wished there was more variety in the patterns and I have no idea what they are talking about.  They are all different and have some similar ways of piecing but EVERY quilt has similar ways of piecing.  I am referring back to the pattern all through construction of my quilt tops.  I am using up lots of 2 1/2 strips with this book. It is definitely a 5 star book.
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I fell in love with this book when I first saw it.  The photography is beautiful and the quilt patterns are fun and modern.  I can't wait to try the raw-edge binding.  It is helpful that the fabric requirements are given for both pre-cuts and yardage for each quilt.  Most of the patterns are for wall hanging or lap quilt size.  I want to make most of the quilts in this book and I love the tips for simplifying my life.  The tips aren't revolutionary but it helps to be reminded of the important things in life.
4338255
This is the best pattern book I have encountered so far. Aside from the beautiful patterns which you can access on CD, they have templates you can use aside from other suggestions on how to be creative with the prints in the book. I highly recommend for anyone interested in prints to add this to their library
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I love the patterns in this book, But known errors make it hard to pick it up and crochet or knit any of them. There are 48 patterns, most corchet. Five afghans are knit. Twelve patterns are worked in Afghan crochet, making this book a must if you are a fan of that technique. I recommend checking ravelry for finished objects, there are some lovely ones.
226651
I have only read half way through the book and my understanding of coding theories has grown so much.  The chapters in the book really break down the importance of design patterns, and even patterns you thought would be useless or complex are brought into light.  More than just code the theory of coding structure is what really inspires me.  I highly recommend this book especially to those that work in a team environment.  You can not go wrong with this one.  Hats off to Joey and Danny.
2132928
I'm famous for my clutter and every so often I pick up a  book  on  organizing...and give up, frustrated.

Leist's book is different because she offers totally practical solutions that even organizing-challenged people like me can appreciate. She foregoes the simplistic solutions in favor of getting into the big reasons why we have so much clutter. Inspired by this book, I've actually taken a few steps already: I keepp noticing things I'll probably never use again and I've put together a collection for donation.

Highly recommended.
1250789
I love this book.

These guys must have been spying on my office for the past 20 years. Most of the bad things that happen where I work (and a few of the good things) are in this book. They truly are patterns of project behavior.

The book includes 86 project patterns. Each has a title, a one sentence summary, two or three pages of text, and a great illustration or photo. The first pattern is "Adrenaline Junkies" - the place I worked in 1986 where every thing is urgent and must be started now and no one eats or sleeps until it is done. The last pattern "Template Zombies" - the place I worked in 1996 where every thing is a template that must be filled without any thought. Working complex projects without any thought - not a good idea.

Flip through this book. Find a pattern - either good or bad - that fits your current project, bring the book to work and show people that your workplace is not unique, that others have done the same before, and what the result will probably be if you don't change.
4561669
I love this book!  I grew up with all of our linens that we inherited from my grandma, with each one having a lace crocheted border attached to each towel, pillow case, bed sheet, dish towel and on and on.  Now I will be able to continue the tradition with this book in hand.  It inspires me on so many levels.

I noticed in the reviews that there are a lot of disappointed shoppers that purchased this book because it does not tell you how to go around a corner with these designs.  Seriously?  Have we forgotten the 3 added stitch rule for corners on any project.  Maybe those that are complaining about this, do not know this very basic rule of crochet?  I have already used one of the patterns in this book to finish off a blanket and the 3 added stitches in the corner came off without a hitch.  I was able to make it around the corner and it looks great.  For those that need around the corner instructions, please do look up some stitch guides online that go into detail about crocheting around the corner.  Once you get that basic rule down, these all will go around the corner flawlessly.  (either 3 stitches in the same space, or 3 chains, or 5 stitches in the same space are the most common ways to go around a corner and stretch any pattern).

OK, enough with the crochet lesson... I got distracted, lol... Anyhoo.... This is a great book and I can't wait to start taking thread to the edges of our linens using this book along with a plethora of borders for dress bottoms, sleeve cuffs, and on and on..  So many designs to choose from and even inspiration to switch them up a little and make some of your own.
2063870
Really like this book.  Some really great patterns
2956203
This book follows an effective order of ideas.  Is it stuff you have heard?  Yes.  But the order in which it is presented and the daily dose of it keeps you moving right along. From the start I liked the idea that it would be a quick study- that and I read a glowing recommendation that impressed me.  Anyone who is struggling with old patterns in their life can benefit from this book.  Do not buy it used unless it is unwritten in.
1501415
This is a great book!  I was in the middle of knitting my second pair of socks on dpns - so fiddly!  I searched on Amazon for a book because I figured there had to be a better way to knit socks.  This book is fantastic.  I'm already half-way through the first pair of socks.  Each pattern is sectioned off very nicely so it's easy to follow along.  Nice mix of patterns, too.  Anyone would be able to pick out a mix of patterns that they love.  There are some pretty inventive and creative patterns included.  I just looked up the errata and fixed it in the book in under 10 minutes.  Not uncommon in pattern books to have a few little errors.

Love this book.  I would buy it again in a second!
3769387
I loved this book.  I made each and everyone of these patterns.  They were easy to follow and were quite nice.  I have worn out my copy and wish I could find another.  Wish Leisure Arts would reissue this!
3680442
There are so many books on patterns.  Being a cheapskate, I bought this one cuz the kindle price was great.  I expected a pretty sub-par treatment to the patterns.  Instead, I found it to be excellent, and much more digestible & practice than the original gang-of-four book.  While reading, I managed to use both the Iterator & the Decorator patterns at work, and I used the text as a guide.  There's a good amount of simple sample code & UML, and it renders well on the Kindle.
4878142
This book is a wonderful workbook to help you identify, unconscious patterns in which we create our reality. With this book you will dissect yourself and see what you have been doing, why you have been doing it and then clean out those patterns so that you can create from a conscious healthy place of awareness.
3010502
I can not say enough about this book.  I have a few books on Zentangles and this is one of the best ones.  It gives step by step instructions in an organized way.  The author does not overwhelm you.  She truly has it broken down day by day.  You can go at your own pace.  I have a customer service job that slows down during the fall and winter.  I just started going through the book and the exercises in between calls.  Helps the time to fly and very enjoyable.  I will be going through a couple days in a single day.

Beckah also not only shows you great step outs for the tangles but has you apply them to a design.  She builds on what you have already learned where when you go to the next lesson and at the end, you use the current 3 tangles and add a couple from previous lessons into your artwork for that day.  Helps keep past tangles fresh in your mind.

I love love love this book