Essential Crochet Next-Level Stitches

After reading through Melissa Leapman’s book of Essential Crochet Starter Stitches, the Next-Level stitches are incredible! There are a lot of things I’ve never seen before, and I’m looking forward to trying some of them! As with her first book, I really appreciate that there is a photo example, written instructions, and charts to follow so that people can learn in any method that works for them.

The instructions and crochet charts were easy to follow and there were several stitches I haven't come across before and would like to try. I will definitely be purchasing this book in print format once released so that I can have fun creating larger projects with lots of variety.

There are absolutely beautiful I loved all of this and can’t wait to try these out for myself! Such unique and creative patterns

I received this DRC from NetGalley.

This book has the same look as the starter crochet version. Again, the photos were clear, as were the instructions. There is a good amount of variation in the stitches presented, and included faux cables, which were new to me. I think the only thing I didn't love about this book were the yarn color choices used in the colorwork section. The book does such a good job otherwise of making everything aesthetically pleasing, yet put colors together that didn't work. But, of course, that's just a superficial criticism that doesn't change the clarity of the stitch pattern.

Excellent little crochet stitch companion. I am Excited to try all the new stitches detailed in the book and add more detail to my projects

I’m a new crocheter and this book made me realize how much more I still have to learn - wow there are so many stitches, options for bordering etc. I loved how this book broke down with photos, step by step instructions and an intensive index that breaks down how to read patterns and examples on how to do stitches step by step. Highly recommend. Also super loved the up close photos so you can compare your work to the example stitch. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Thank you Quarry Books and NetGalley for the eARC of Essential Crochet Next-Level Stitches! All opinions in this book are my own.

This is an excellent resource experienced crocheters! I like how it includes stitches and edging techniques! While I will be ordering a physical copy of this book for my own reference, some of these stitches are definitely going to be a challenge for me!

All the stitch patterns in Essential Crochet Next-Level Stitches are really interesting and beautiful to look at. The book is split into three sections: textured stitches, colourwork and edging. I thought the textured stitches were the most interesting to look at and I will definitely be incorporating a few of these into my own projects. The patterns were very clear and easy to understand. Additionally I liked that at the back there is a section on how to do different stitches and how to read charts etc.

Overall I enjoyed flipping through this stitch dictionary and would recommend it to intermediate/advanced crocheters looking for a new challenge!

I loved this! As a beginner crocheter, I was excited to try out some new stitches and patterns. This book gave a variety of different stitches and was easy to follow even for someone who is just starting out. I've also been able to try out some colourwork which is daunting but I felt this gave me a good chance in getting the hang of it!

The pictures were great visual guides and this is perfect to get just in time for Christmas.

Much as with the first book, this is an easy to read collection featuring a great deal of textured stitches, from popcorns to cables, spikes, basketweaves, and colorwork. The colorwork section was a highlight, for me, because mosaic crochet is my current focus. The embossed fishent (found on page 70) will probably show up in some holiday gifts, this year. (Or maybe next year ... )

Building up off the previous book, this one has more intricate patterns to play with and more detailed charts to follow. While I did get an ARC of this to review, this is a book I'm actually going to order for my collection. The pictures are very well done, and the colors in the colorwork section are chosen to highlight the stitches, which makes them pop all the more.

Thank you so much to the publisher and Net Galley for letting me get my hands on this ARC!

All the stitches present in this guide are so wonderfully textured. Really awesome for all kind of projects, I have so many ideas now!

Essential Crochet Next Level Stitches is a detailed guide for more experienced crochetere. It has easy to follow instructions, in both written and visual forms. This would be a great book for people to up their skill level. I've Crocheted for many years and some of these stitches were new to me!

Thanks to Quarto Publishing Group - Quarry and NetGalley for an eARC of this book for an honest review.