Sheryl Thies

Nature’s Wrapture is the first shawl book I have seen that has patterns that are of the skill level that I need. I love the fact that there are patterns from the beginner level to intermediate so that even the most timid knitter has an opportunity to make something beautiful. The instructions for the patterns are written out so that you do not have to rely on charts.

The patterns are easy to follow. Each pattern has complete information for the skill level, finished measurements, materials, show more gauge, stitch patterns, general instructions and finishing.

Many of the patterns have unique styling with shaping, slits, or ties for the way they hang over the arms. These are not your grandmother’s shawls, but contemporary styled wearable wraps without being over the top. My favorites and are Sandy Beach and Fall Colors, both beginner/easy projects, and one of which will be my next OTN (on the needles). show less

The thirteen patterns in the book are attractive and practical projects for learning the craft of Tunisian Crochet. The patterns include a set of placemats and coasters, three pillows, a tote bag, a scarf, a variety of shawls and wraps, a purse, an afghan, 2 sweaters, a jacket, and fingerless gloves.

I am a knitter and never learned crochet beyond a granny square, but I had a Tunisian crochet hook so I decided to give it a try. I am a visual learner so I had to use the diagrams first and then show more go back and read the text to figure out how to do the stitch. I did crochet up a small (very small!) sample that you can see in the picture on my blog.
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The projects start out very basic and then progress as you learn and practice. I would love to make the Tranquil Escape cardigan, but I think I had better start with the placemats first! Great book! show less

Absolutely beautiful wraps! Can't wait to get started.

19 Patterns for scarves, wraps, and more