Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets is a new book by Esme Crick, and I think it's just brilliant! Get a peek at the *thousands* of possibilities inside, and enter to win your own copy on Moogly!
Disclaimer: I was given a copy of this book for review, courtesy of David & Charles; all opinions are my own. This post includes affiliate links.
Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets Review
A Bit About the Author
Esme Crick is now the author of two books - in addition to Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets, she wrote the gorgeous Mosaic Crochet Workshop! Here's a bit more about her:
"Esme Crick has spent most of her life designing, making, writing, and giving far too much attention to her various needy cats. She learned to crochet when her children were tiny, and she hasn't stopped since. She is best known for her modern crochet designs - she loves to test the boundaries of this traditional craft by mixing up different styles and techniques to create her own, unique style of crochet.
Working under the name Red Sparrow Crochet, her bold, geometric designs have appeared in many magazines, yarn publications, and of course in her previous book Mosaic Crochet Workshop. She lives in Suffolk England, with her partner, their two children, and their extremely grumpy cat, Hank Deluxe. Esme goes by the name Red Sparrow Crochet on social media. You can find her blog at redsparrowcrochet.blogspot.com and her Etsy shop at etsy.com/uk/shop/RedSparrowCrochet." Please note that while Esme lives in the UK, this book is written in US terms!
100 patterns? 1000s of throws!?!
Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets is a unique crochet pattern book. It's sort of like a crochet stitch dictionary designed specifically for afghans! The "How To Use This Book" page explains it in depth, but the basic concept is simple. The book starts off with a handful of inspiration patterns - examples of fully finished blankets made with the patterns found in the next section.
And it's this next section where you get to play! It's filled with 100 different "Strip Patterns." These are the stitch patterns that you can mix and match for thousands and thousands of possibilities! "Each strip is worked back and forth along its short edge, so there's no tediously long starting chain..." so you can work them to whatever length you want for the width of your blanket.
Then, you simply stitch or sew the strips together, side by side, to create the height (or width, if you like your stripes vertical)! You can use whatever seaming method you prefer - crocheting or sewing. Esme does have a recommendation, however - the whip stitch, which is the easiest method of all! The final touch is adding some sort of edging - but what that is, is up to you.
Highly Recommended
Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets includes tons of fantastic tips, tricks, and guidance to help you get the most out of this book. And I really do love the wide selection of patterns included! The patterns themselves are divided into 8 sections: Classic, Texture, Mosaic, Filet, Embellishment, Ribbing and Cables, Tapestry, and Bobbles, Puffs, and Popcorns. Each pattern includes written instructions as well as a chart - love that! There is such a phenomenal variety here, it's really quite impressive!
I really think this book is wonderfully clever, and such a smart way to create an afghan pattern book! With Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets you can make a lifetime of blankets, each unique. Any yarn, any weight, any color - this book will help turn you into a beautiful baby blanket, throw, or couch-sized afghan! And of course, this book can also be used to make gorgeous rugs, scarves, cowls, and even tote bags!
Get your own copy of Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets today!
You can find Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets wherever books are sold, and of course, that includes Amazon.com (this link should take you to your country's version of Amazon)!
The Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets Giveaway
The Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets Giveaway is open WORLDWIDE (void where prohibited, including Quebec). The giveaway ends September 11th, 2023, at 12:15am Central US time. To enter, use the Rafflecopter form below. If you are on mobile and have difficulty entering, please use a desktop computer to enter. Only the email option is mandatory – all other tasks are optional, for bonus entries only.
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Tammy Scott says
I love to make baby blankets, especially for first time parents. But, I also like lapghans. I maje many of them to donate to various non-profit organizations.
Tina says
Another fabulous giveaway! Thank you, Tamara!
Sharon says
I love to make lap blankets, and would love to win a copy of this book!
Shannon says
Thanks for the chance to win! I would love to give this book to my 13yo daughter, she loves to crochet and would love to make blankets for herself and her siblings! I only taught her recently and she's already creating her own beautiful patterns!
Kathleen Davis says
I usually make twin size blankets. This book looks so great. I like the concept of different textured stripes! Thank you
Tammy says
I agree. Just being able to just worked on one strip at a time is ingenious.
Donna G says
I will definitely be adding this book to my library. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.
Denise says
I don't have a particular size in mind when starting a blanket. I just make the size that the pattern produces. Although most of my blankets will fit a full-size bed. Thanks for the chance to win this book!
Lyn says
Blankets are my favorite projects. I have at least four in various stages of completeness. Have a wonderful week!
Sonia says
Those blankets are gorgeous! I need this book! Thanks a bunch for the review!
Sonia says
So far I've only completed a few baby blankets and I have a bigger granny square Blanket in the works
Debbie Hawes says
I love your designs
DeniseCP says
Usually if I make a blanket, it's baby/toddler sized. But I'm looking at this book and all its lovely mix and match patterns and thinking it would be great for ruanas and ponchos as I make more of those.
Efrat says
Amazing and beautiful throws hope to get or buy the book
LeighAnn says
What a wonderful idea! I agree it is tedious to start with a very long chain to make a wide blanket. And what fun to create something with multiple stitches on the same blanket.
Debbie says
What a great way to use up leftover yarn! I like it!
Joanne says
I usually make throw-sized blankets, although I would like to make a summer bedspread sometime.
Kitten With A Whiplash says
I mostly make full size blankets for my bed. Right now it has a favorite from the 1980s on it. I've also made baby blankets, but they tend to be of a size to carry on through the toddler years and perhaps beyond. Did a queen size for Mom. Get me started on a blanket, and I just don't wanna stop! There's a real danger of it turning into a Universe Cozy.
shoshana vogel says
i usually make either baby blankets or full size for beds
Alysia says
Looks like a great book!
Kathleen Lee says
Ooh! This is a brilliant idea! What a great way to make individual blankets from various components. I've always been to afraid to try and combine parts from different patterns.
Virginia Bronner says
I mostly make baby blankets as gifts for baby showers. Thank you for this giveaway.
Melanie Titus says
I'm usually a baby blanket maker, but I like to make them a bit bigger than your "normal" sized baby blanket. I like to make them big enough so that when the baby becomes a toddler and bigger, they can still drag the blankie around and then wrap up in it for a snuggle and lie down later. I also enjoy making single size blankets/lap throws, it makes me happy to know I am bringing comfort to individuals. I usually try to donate them to older folks or people who may have mobility issues. But really, anyone is welcome to my makes, lol, as long as they bring them comfort and joy!!
Connie Dews says
Most of my blankets are around 50" x 60". You have to be very special to get bigger from me and while it happens, it's not all the time. I seldom make small blankets even for babies because they grow so fast. And I like that mom or dad can cuddle with them under the blanket. Then when they are older, they can enjoy it all to themselves. I can envision them using the blanket for as long as they live.
Wendy Robertson says
I like to make blankets for my kids, so some odd size between throw and twin. Nothing official 🙂
Dawn Tenneson says
I like to crochet a big blanket to cuddle up in!!!
Rachel King says
I like lap or couch size blankets, that way I don't get too bored!
MelodyJ says
I like throw sized blankets mostly.
Donna Grybowski says
I'm currently work with a group to make cot blankets for the local Head Start program. The size is 30-36 by 56". This book looks like it would have some interesting patterns to liven things up.
Geeni says
Throw size blankets are my preference. Clever design idea!
Sherry Risden says
I like to make small throw blankets for teenagers.
Apasra Hayes says
They’re call so gorgeous and unique. They definitely don’t look like you stole them from grandma’s house. Gonna buy it even if I win.
Sue says
This is so cool! Great way to create something new!
Anne Marie says
I love to make baby blankets - like the smaller size!
Jamie Leigh Martin says
Baby blankets!
Darlene Lehman says
I've been crocheting for 58 yrs, and I'm always looking for fresh new blanket designs. I make every size, from baby-sized to bedspread-size, and even if I dabble in other crochet things now & again, I always come back to blankets!!
Nancy McKinney says
Blankets are my favorite projects, and I've made throws, mainly, but have made several larger ones. I recently finished a temperature blanket that turned out to be huge (well, 365 rows--who would have thought 🙄🙂).
Niamh says
I like to make couchgans - big enough to cuddle under while watching TV, but also large enough to be added to a bed when extra warmth is needed.
I love all the cheerful colors and textures in the Mix and Match Modern Crochet Blankets book!
Pamela Thomas says
I like making baby blankets and throws.
Teresa Knittingdancer says
I like to make baby blankets or lap blankets.
Virginia Bronner says
I usually like to crochet a lap blanket. If they get much bigger, they usually get to heavy. Thank you so much for this giveaway.
Tammy Shipwash says
Love these blankets
Janet B says
Love the contest-i make lap/couch size blankets.
Noreen says
Throw or twin size
Barbara Klein says
I like to make Lap blankets. To keep warm.
Shelly says
Would love this for making gifts.
jb says
i've been making baby blankets the last couple of years, they're faster. lol!
Deb Rowley says
I usually crochet baby blankets because they go faster and I'm impatient!
RG says
Looks like a wonderful book.
Monica Elizabeth Hartman says
I love to make huge afghans to snuggle up under with all my kiddoes! I love color, so the idea of sewing together lots of colors and textures is right up my alley!
Kim House says
This book looks great!
Ourania says
I am new to crochet so I haven’t made any blanket yet.I have created bags,a sweater and granny’s squares.This book looks great on giving inspiration and accompany me in the project of crocheting a blanket.
Susan says
I love how you share and review the works of others. You have inspired me to branch out!! Thanks💞
Tamara Kelly says
Thank you so much, Susan!
Marilyn L says
I make a lot of baby blankets - this book looks like a keeper. Thanks for the opportunity.
Diana Barre says
My goal this year was to try some new techniques. This strip style looks like a fun way to be really creative.
Verna Bradshaw says
I usually make throw size based on the amount of yarn I have for the blanket, but I've made larger blankets when requested.
Anne says
Wow more giveaways! Amazing way to keep us entertained. Keep up a good work. I’m enjoying your blog a lot. I am a beginner crocheter is interested in doing blankets cuz I love blankets would like to do one, one day.