This book is a reprint of a book initially published in 1978. Candidly that might make you think it is dated but after doing some research it seems that this book has been on the wish list of many crochet lovers and after being unavailable for some time – this is a very welcome reissue. The concept is simple. Judith Copeland wants to give crocheters of all competencies the tools needed to create a unique garment. And the photos in MODULAR CROCHET are just mouthwatering. MODULAR CROCHET is eye candy for any crocheter from novice to master.

One look through my reviewer copy which was missing so much of the amazing content of the actual hard cover of MODULAR CROCHET and I just knew this was a must book for my craft library. I will have my copy in just two days – I can’t wait.

MODULAR CROCHET is an ingenious crochet blueprint for just about any garment for any age guy or girl. Judith Copeland covers all the bases to ensure the success of the person designing their own one of a kind. With MODULAR CROCHET you can make any type of neckline and or collar. Depending on the yarn and the stitches used each item can have a totally unique look.

I usually judge a craft book on how many items I actually see myself working on. MODULAR CROCHET by Judith Copeland is guaranteed to fill your must-crochet-list with amazing possibilities. Copeland encourages you to run with your imagination. Crafters with a stash of yarns are just going to love making striped concoctions for everyone in their family. The open work sweaters are just fabulous and are so popular right now. I am not even going to get started on the cowls – as I said before eye candy.

So get ready to bring your crochet to a whole new level. Run don’t walk and get your copy of MODULAR CROCHET. MODULAR CROCHET is going to fly off the shelves. You heard it here first.

A very comprehensive guide to designing your own crochet pullovers, with attention to proper fitting. The idea of crocheting in a straight line is attractive to many crocheters, and working in the back loop only makes for a beautiful pattern. Intriguing to make a pullover this way, and one that really fits.

I admit I enjoy knitting and, although I did crochet when a teenager, I’ve never used crocheting to make any garments. With this book, however, that could easily change! It gives step by step guidance on crocheting and doesn’t give the usual ‘patterns’ to follow but teaches readers how to do the different components to enable them to create their own designs and garments. The photographs throughout are superb and demonstrate the variety of different possibilities brilliantly. A superb book for anyone interested in designing and making pullovers for anyone - young/old, male/female, long/short - the choice is yours by following the modular designs to help guide you. Superb for the total beginner and the expert alike, what a great book - no wonder it is being reprinted! Congratulations to the publisher for re-releasing this dateless inspiring book.

Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley too, for letting me read an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I am just a intermediate crocheter but this book makes me want to practice and improve all the more quickly. The patterns are actually something I am looking quite forward to making (I've already bookmarked several!). I think this is a great book for anyone looking to do this kind of crochet. Good patterns and they seem easy enough to make.

This is a really incredible book, just so easy to follow and makes the reader think about knitting rather than just following a pattern. I found that half way I was starting to think - if I added some more stiches or more/less rows I could do this and found myself reaching for a notebook to draw up some designs that I could achieve. Lots of food for thought with this book. This book will be used again and again

I love this book !!!! I love the concept. The patterns are stylish and easy to do. The pictures were a must to explain the concept. These are patterns that appeals to all levels of crochet. Thanks for the opportunity to review your book. A winner for crocheters.

One of my favorite craft books of all time! Teaches you the basic building blocks of crocheted apparel and shows you how easy it is to create your own patterns.

What a wonderful easy idea. I have always been put off making clothes because of tension and trying to follow a pattern. But this makes it so easy to make cushie comfy jumpers. I am making a big soft cuddly one as my movie jumper.

Modular Crochet: The Revolutionary Method for Creating Custom-Designed Pullovers by Judith Copeland is a reprint of a crochet book from 1978. This book shows basic crachet technigues with plenty of detailed photographs to demonstrate how to crochet clothing using modular crochet techniques. The garments are worked in the same basic shape, which consists of eight modules, or rectangles. Yarn, color, size, and stitches used can turn the basic format into a variety of finished projects.

Modular Crochet is a technique that I have never really used, having taught myself to crochet via internet instructions and a few fantastic books while I was pregnant with my oldest child (who is just shy of 9). The idea is sound, and has been around for awhile, since this is a republication. I have to admit that I am intrigued and might be testing out the method when I finish up my current project. The technique is described well, and the photographs used do a good job of illustrating the technique. However, I will admit that I found the book to be dated, which is not completely unexpected. I think anyone that has the basic crochet stitches mastered, but is still intimidated by patterns and clothing could use this book to help master freeform or improvisational crochet. Not a bad guide, but definitely dated, although I guess we could just call it retro?

Modular Crochet is a well done guide, and would be useful to those wanting to try making clothing without using a prewritten pattern. The diagrams, instructions, and photographs work together to explain everything very well. My only complaint is that the book does not seem to be updated from the 1978 version in this publication.

While this book was originally published in 1978, what makes it timeless is the method of construction. I would guess that it would be very simple for anyone using it today to apply to any number of modern patterns. Plus, with the great amount of different yarns that are available now, the possibilities are endless.

Pullovers never go out of style, and some of the designs her are truly beautiful, even today. For anyone who loves to crochet, this book makes it easy to create your own sweaters, scarves, coats, etc., merely by changing hook size and yarn type.

Each piece is made in a rectangle, which you then fit to your body; it will make a custom-fit garment that is actually tailor-made (by you!). The stitches are all basic, which makes the work go quickly. In the end, you are only limited by your own imagination. Highly recommended.