How To Make 100 Crochet Appliques

If you like to add small bits of crochet to garments, totes, and accessories, this book has plenty of material for you. This book contains groupings of appliques that will please you and others. There are seasonal appliques, those from the farm, from sea and shore, from the garden, and from wildlife. You’ll find yourself falling in love with those little appliques from a lavender octopus, to a sandcastle, a ‘john deere’, a candle-embellished birthday cake, an apple core complete with seeds, and a cute, cute penguin.

Each project has yarn and hook specifications, a well written pattern, and a chart. And, with 100 designs, you’ll find yourself returning again and again to this book for all your applique needs. There is truly something here for every occasion.

A note. One of my favorite ways to use cute little appliques is to cover up small tears and stains on the knees, elbows, and fronts of kids’ clothing. It’s amazing how much more wear one can get out of a kid’s sweat suit or how appealing to him or her you can make a humble sweat suit when you embellish it with their favorite animal or image. No way to fail here!

Book Specs:

How To Make 100 Crochet Appliques by Deborah Burger

Creative Publishing International, April, 2013

Hard back, spiral, with satin finish (my favorite way for a book to be made!)

126 pages with color photos and charts

ISBN: 9781589237520

$24.99 USD

Some crochet garments look beautiful on the hanger but feel awkward to wear. This Lacy Crochet Tee from Lana Grossa is not one of those pieces. It’s light, breathable, and very much designed to be worn — the kind of handmade top that slips easily into your everyday wardrobe without feeling “too precious.”

What immediately stands out is the openness of the stitch pattern. It has that airy, lacy feel that works so well for warmer weather or for layering over a tank or dress. This isn’t a heavy, structured garment; it’s soft and fluid, with just enough texture to make it interesting while still letting the yarn shine.

From a making point of view, this tee is a really enjoyable project if you like crochet that feels calm and rhythmic. The lace pattern keeps your hands engaged without constant counting or frustration, which makes it perfect for evening crochet or quiet weekend sessions. It’s also very satisfying watching the fabric grow — those lacy stitches really show progress quickly.

Skill-wise, this one is best suited to confident beginners moving into intermediate crochet. You don’t need advanced shaping skills, but being comfortable with stitch patterns and keeping even tension will make the process much more enjoyable. If you’ve been wanting to dip your toe into wearable crochet without tackling a full sweater, this is a great place to start.

What I really appreciate about this pattern is how versatile it is. Change the colour and fibre and it can feel casual and beachy or clean and modern. It’s the kind of tee you’ll reach for again and again, especially when you want something handmade that still feels light and effortless.

If you enjoy crochet garments that are wearable, practical, and quietly stylish, this lacy tee is a lovely pattern to have in your collection.

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