If you’ve ever fallen in love with a crochet garment pattern only to realize it was never really designed with curves in mind, then Curvy Girl Crochet: 25 Patterns That Fit and Flatter by Mary Beth Temple is the kind of book that immediately stands out. Published by Taunton Press, this 160-page crochet title focuses on plus-size fashion and includes 25 patterns created specifically for fuller figures rather than expecting makers to endlessly resize standard patterns.
What makes this book especially appealing is its core promise: it is not just a collection of patterns, but a book built around the idea that curvy crocheters deserve garments that are stylish, wearable, and actually designed to flatter. Public descriptions of the book consistently highlight that focus, and outside reviews note that the book combines fit guidance with fashion-forward projects aimed at plus-size makers.
One of the strongest things about this title is that it seems to approach crochet clothing from both a practical and confidence-boosting angle. Review coverage points out that the book includes introductory guidance on choosing, altering, and crocheting garments for a better fit before moving into the actual pattern collection. That makes it more useful than a pattern-only book, especially for crocheters who have felt frustrated by poor shaping or awkward sizing in garment patterns.
Another feature that makes this book sound especially worthwhile for garment makers is that reviewers have praised the inclusion of schematics and stitch diagrams. Those details can make a huge difference when tackling wearable crochet, where fit, shaping, and construction matter just as much as the stitches themselves.
Style-wise, Curvy Girl Crochet appears to lean toward wearable, contemporary pieces rather than novelty fashion. Reviewers describe Mary Beth Temple’s work as combining classic crochet techniques with modern, practical garments, which is exactly what many crocheters want when making pieces they will actually reach for and wear.
My overall take is that this looks like a genuinely useful crochet book for plus-size makers, not just because of the pattern count, but because of its intention. So many crochet garment books still feel as though curvy sizing was added as an afterthought. This one built its identity around fit and flattery from the start, and that alone makes it noteworthy. For crocheters who want wardrobe pieces made with real bodies in mind, this sounds like a very solid addition to the craft bookshelf.
Why this book stands out
- 25 crochet patterns designed specifically for plus sizes
- Focus on fit and flattering construction, not just upsizing smaller patterns
- Includes guidance beyond the patterns themselves, which is helpful for garment crocheters
- Reviewers mention schematics and stitch diagrams, always a big plus in wearable crochet books
If your readers are looking for crochet clothing patterns made with curves in mind, Curvy Girl Crochet is an easy book to recommend. It feels more thoughtful than the average garment collection and fills a gap that still exists in the crochet world. For plus-size crocheters wanting patterns that are stylish, practical, and intentionally designed to fit, this book looks like a worthwhile pick.
If this book has you inspired to crochet something flattering and wearable, don’t miss our roundup of 40 Plus Size Crochet Patterns for Curvy Girls. It’s packed with stylish crochet tops, sweaters, dresses, and layering pieces that celebrate curves and offer even more project inspiration for makers who want patterns designed with real bodies in mind.
