This had some great projects with easy to understand patterns. The photos were helpful and I feel like they were good at showing what the finished project would look like. The fact that each pattern had an estimate of how long it would take to finish was a nice touch as it's something I've looked for often, especially when in a time crunch. I consider myself to be an experienced crocheter, but think that this book would be great for anyone from beginner to master. There is a refresher section with a variety of stitches that would be helpful for anyone in need.

I received an ARC from the publisher through NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review. This is no way influenced my review. My opinion is my own.

The patterns seem simple enough to understand, and I believe that most could be completed in 24 hours or less. I would have preferred more than 24 patterns for $20.00. Especially considering that the average crochet magazine costs 7.99 and has at least 20-25 patterns. There is not a wide variety of things to make, but there are several really cute ones. Nothing that I would want in my 'quick and easy present' pattern stash, though.

Not the best value, mainly because of the amount of patterns.


**eARC Netgalley**

Wonderful books with projects for the advanced beginner or intermediate crocheter. Most projects are classics that will not become outdated, so this book is a keeper. I'm particularly enamored of the camisole, short-sleeved scallop-crochet cardigan, and the adorable baby cap-and-sweater set. True to the title, the author provides an approximate number of hours each project will take.

I was given this book for free for an honest review.

There are over 40 patterns to crochet. These include hats, shawls, blankets, women's tops, baby clothes, handbags and doilies. They are beginner to intermediate in difficulty. I really like couple of them to make very shortly. There are color pictures to show the patterns clearly. The instructions give the yarn that is used in the display model as well as the type of yarn. ie. worsted, sport etc. The instructions also give the number of hours it would take to make the item.

Before I comment on this book, I have to point out my own biases. In general, I prefer knit garments. I find the drape and bulk of crochet better suited to other projects. I might feel differently if I lived somewhere with a colder winter :)

That being said, this book has some cute patterns, but only one that I'm interested in making - the "Instant Gratification Purse". I may well use ideas from the other two purse patterns to create my own purses.

A word of caution about the tank tops. In the photos, they look like they're shaped to skim the body. They're not, that's a trick of the photography. When the model's wearing the garment, it's clipped in the back to look more tailored than it is. Each one is just a straight rectangle that will hang more or less straight from the bustline. That's why this book gets a 2 star rating instead of the three. Not accurately photographing the garments annoys me.

It's a good volume to borrow from the library, and look through for ideas. The crocheted hats patterns looked like fun, I just happen to prefer to knit hats.