Overpriced Pattern Book
350042
This is not a book.  This is a booklet.  I am giving it three stars for one reason: as far as the patterns, it is a clearly written and appears easy to follow.  I have to take responsibility for overpaying for "A Pattern Book..." which is exactly what this is (and says it is) in the title.  You get 22 pages of pattern variations for bead crochet ropes, which, if you've ever made a bead crochet rope, means 22 different ways to string different types of beads.  That I can do on my own, I was under the mistaken impression that it meant creating a different type of rope (triangular rope vs. triangular bead rope).  So shame on me for not being more careful in exploring exactly what was being offered by this publication, and obviously not paying attention to the title, duh.  I would not have paid more than $5 for this book if I had realized its limitations, and even then would probably have saved my $5 for beads instead.
303131
I think that patterns from this book is not attractive, not in style and some are even ugly. Just ordinary, nothing special check, stripe, cable, some lace. Really nothing that I saw made me thinks " wow, I want to knit that". And some patterns are really "cheating". With the simplest stitch and special yarns like thick and thin or muti- colors. I meant who needs a pattern book to knit stuff like that. I think this book is only good for those who are new to scarves knitting. If not, you probably can come up with something better on your own. I recommand " Vogue knitting accessorize", more than 50 very lady like, classy, stylish patterns for scarves and hat, ponchos, mittens and a few  formen's.
54131
Okay, I really try to be honest and represent the 'beadweaver' in my reviews.  So ....  Let me just say I USED to think there was no such thing as a bad beading book.  I got this book for $1 and was still disappointed.  Indifferent

This book features 58 original designs and out of those 58 there are 5 worth looking and those are similar to stuff you could find elsewhere easily.  Designs are things like buttons on a long string as a necklace, and other oddities.  And while I am all for using buttons and various things within a design, the designs in this book simply lack sophistication reminding me of elementary school projects.  All that is missing is the macaroni necklace.

Several of the pieces look very uncomfortable to wear and would catch on everything with odd bits of various things sticking out in random directions..  Many of the pictures display poor workmanship with a wire beaded necklace that has black wire showing between the beads in multiple places, etc.  The photography is well done.

There are a few ideas I got from this book, but in the end,  I intend to give it to some children because I do not think it would be used enough to be worth the space on my small beading book shelf and they may like making crazy button rings!

Sorry to be harsh .. but .. well you will just have to peruse the book!!
4308072
This book has very cute baby patterns. The problem is there are a lot of mistakes in the patterns.  I discovered this when attempting to knit the baby blanket. I wrote to them and the publisher has a list of corrections for at least 4 patterns in this book. A very disappointing book.
458007
I like a few of the designs in this book, but several of them look very much alike. Also, there are repeated designs, several of them are in the book twice. It's a so/so book. The pattern I have pictured here is my favorite one on the book and it is in twice.
2832669
I bought this book online because of the good reviews and because it had so many patterns in one book. I figured there HAD to be patterns I would like in it and that it would be a worthwhile purchase. I am disappointed. There is not a single pattern in here that I wouldn't want to redesign to some extent before knitting. A collar is awkward on this sweater, or the mittens are attached to the scarf here? This baby sweater should be made with smaller yarn, and this colorwork looks like it is from the early 1990s....I feel like they were trying to come up with patterns to showcase their yarns rather that coming up with yarns to fit their patterns. This results in awkwardly bulky sweaters on small children or funky textures in weird places. The edges seem to often be left exposed and unfinished-looking. I feel like my grandmother would disagree with this review and that she would love a few of the patterns, but as far as I am concerned, I can find so many beautiful patterns for free online that surpass all of the patterns offered in this book. Of all of the books in my knitting collection (which is extensive) this book is my weak link. I am not going to knit anything from it and will likely pass the book along to someone else who might like it.
1198428
For the amount of money I spent on this book, I ASSUMED that the patterns would be written with care and as long as I followed them I would have no problem creating the items.  These are NOT easy patterns, but I have been crocheting for 8 years and I figured I would try some new techniques.  I am just completely ticked off now since the baby gown that was 3/4 of the way done is now TRASH due to the pattern maker not counting their stitches out.  I will be tossing this book in the trash.  There are so many other cheaper and free quality patterns out there, don't waste your money on this one!
2057077
Waaaaay overpriced for what I received. Should have included the replication bead kit for the price of such a skimpy book.
2537242
I will start out by saying that I am an avid crocheter and do not have any trouble with "advanced" crochet patterns.  First, I tried out the mitten pattern - I cannot get the gauge correct with hooks in a similar range and the weight of yarn listed.  So, I moved on. I tried the slipper pattern - the first paragraph says it will be worked in double crochet...yet, when you read the pattern, it is all half double crochet.  Don't try the hdc unless you want children's slippers (the pattern is supposed to be written for women's sizes 7-10).  VERY DISAPPOINTED with this book! Sure the pictures of the completed items are beautiful, but if you can't make them, what's the point in buying this book for the patterns?!
3699550
While the ideas within the book are interesting I think it is vastly overpriced. At least 50% of the content is repeated for every month and there are no new activities - they are the same for each month - mandalas, poppets, medicine bags and the copy is word for word the same and repeated 12 times. People are reviewing it as a good beginner book but I don't think I would have found it helpful as a beginner. Their description of ritual is vague and while I agree everyone should find their own way, they give no explanation of what grounding is or calling quarters.  Its far from dense or profound and theres nothing wrong with that per se, but it is not worth the cover price.
150325
It's a nice book but it's not worth the $20.00, I have bought many of coloring books, just not happy with this product. I would not recommend this product unless it is much cheaper.
2511339
Poor, unclear instructions and patterns are not even full size. For a 47-page booklet that costs $15, they can at least include full size patterns. You have to copy and enlarge the patterns to its actual size prior to using them.
2067941
The pattern quality lacks the quality I expected.  There were mistakes in the pattern and not corrected with my copy.
4260355
I am disappointed in this book, but it's the only one I could find, and it's not so expensive that I feel I wasted my money.  I agree with the other comments; it really gives virtually no instructions (which wouldn't be a problem if it were not advertised as giving complete ones), the patterns are not very interesting, and it ought to have at least a few photos.  Once you've done one or two yourself, you could easily make up this kind of pattern yourself.  I also agree that there are newer styles, including spirals and other "full-kippa" designs, as opposed to solid color with a border, that should be included, along with extra instructions for increasing.  The color chart is a nice touch, and it makes for a pretty cover, but the colors aren't very accurate.  I thought it was a good idea to include contact information for a very good supplier.

Perhaps the authors would consider a new edition?
2323763
I purchased this at an art supply store and of course paid the full list price of $16.99.

Pros:
1. Beautiful flower designs (all 8 of them)

Cons:
1. There are only 8 designs, each reproduced twice to give you the 16 pages. I justified the price in my mind thinking it was around a dollar per design so it would be worth it. If I had any idea I'd be paying for two copies of 8 designs, I would NOT have bought it. I did not see this described in the Amazon blurb either.

2. The book was shrink-wrapped and I didn't realize the grain on the paper. I wanted smooth paper, so this didn't fit the bill. The shrink-wrapping also preventing seeing that there were only 8 designs (my main reason for 2 stars).

I attached a photo showing what the front and back covers say about how many designs it has. The only indication it has that there are 8 is on the cover where it says "16 (2 x 8) Designs..." which was overwhelmed by everywhere else it said 16. Plus, look at the font sizes they used in that sentence.
329018
not a fan of this book.  Boring and the patterns weren't that great.
2389448
I downloaded two of these guides by the author and neither of them have any patterns for the projects shown. In fact, it's just a bunch of wasted time I've invested when there's hundreds of other amazing pattern books to be looked at and saved. There's no 'how to' in this book at all. I'll be steering clear of this author's books in the future.