As the
author of one of the earliest kids’ crochet books myself (Kids Can Do It Crocheting, 2003), I know a thing or two about how to
teach children to crochet. I highly regard the book Deborah has produced. It is
chock-full of everything one needs to know in order to become an enthusiastic
crocheter; yet she breaks it down into progressive parts that serve to hold a
child’s interest without them getting discouraged.
In July
2014, Deborah was a featured Guest Blogger on my blog where she wrote about her passion
for teaching children to crochet and revealed that she was working on a book on the
same subject!
With 34
years’ experience teaching in venues as diverse as park districts, needlework
conferences and homeschooling, Deborah has degrees in both English and Theatre.
All of her teaching experience, bundled with her passion for crochet, makes for
an excellent guide book that helps children to learn to crochet and carry on the
legacy we all love!
Deborah’s
touching “Message for Grown-ups” is proof positive that she knows what she is
talking about. Here she offers 4 important tips that, if followed, will lead to
success for the learner. Deborah’s hope is that her book will “inspire a new
generation of creative young crocheters.”
Also
included is an “Introduction for Creative Kids in which she encourages kids to
have a grown-up nearby to help them stay on track. She also suggests that they
start at the beginning and progress through each project in order to learn all
the skills needed to learn to crochet.
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| "Making a Stitch on Top of a Stitch" |
As we’ve come
to expect from the folks at Creative Publishing International, the content is
colorfully presented through full-color photographs and illustrations. The
projects are “happy” and kid-friendly. Stitch symbols are even included to
ensure that all types of learners will have success! Starting
with the simplest Friendship Bracelet made of chains
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| Friendship Bracelet |
and progressing through
skill levels to project number 12, Bright Triangles Pillow,
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| Bright Triangles Pillow |
precise and detailed guidance ensure a fun journey for children who want to learn crochet.
Deborah
Burger exudes enthusiasm for all things artistic and she lives a joyful life
surrounded by family, nature and her many creative endeavors. Also the author
of Crochet 101 and How to Make 100 Crochet Appliques, I heartily endorse her third
book, Creative Kids Complete Photo Guide
to Crochet! It's official publication date is July 15, and it retails for $24.99.
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