Coats GmbH are based in Kenzingen, Germany and are the exclusive European distributors of Rowan Yarns and FreeSpirit Fabric. Their fabric designers are almost exclusively American with a modern style inspired by vibrant colours and eye-catching patterns. Most of their projects are made using pure cotton and range from clothing, fashion accessories and home decor to patchwork and quilting. Coats GmbH are based in Kenzingen, Germany and are the exclusive European distributors of Rowan Yarns and FreeSpirit Fabric. Their fabric designers are almost exclusively American with a modern style inspired by vibrant colours and eye-catching patterns. Most of their projects are made using pure cotton and range from clothing, fashion accessories and home decor to patchwork and quilting.
This book lives up to its name, there are some stunning bags in
this collection. It includes 23 bright, modern designs in a range
of styles and uses a variety of crochet stitches and techniques. If
you want to create an unusual and stylish bag for summer you will
find fabulous ideas here!
*Hot Brands, Cool Places*
March 2015 Who doesn't love a crochet bag? We certainly do and we
jumped for joy when this gorgeous tome from Search Press publishing
landed on our desks. Crammed full of bright, modern ideas to make
23 crochet bags, this is a must-have book for crocheters of all
abilities. Clear instructions and step-by-step diagrams are
accompanied by fresh, clean photographs. We love the variety of
stitches and colour combinations in this book that offers a project
for everyone, no matter what your skill level or taste. There's
also a handy guide to basic techniques for all those new to the
joys of the hook!
*Knitting & Crochet Home*
May 2015 Sabine Schidelko and Elke Reith's bags are happy bags.
They're bags to carry towels and sun-cream to the beach, bags to
add flair to an outfit when you're going out for dinner, bags to
stuff full of fruit and veg bought from a market while on holiday
somewhere hot. These are bags to make memories. The size of the
bags makes them easy, achievable projects to take on. And the step
by step guide to crochet provided at the back of the book makes
them accessible even to those who are new to crochet, or who lack
confidence. Once you've crocheted your bag, all you'll need is a
pair of sunglasses to keep in it, along with a bucket and spade and
a ticket to get you to the seaside. None of which are included,
sadly..
*Woman's Weekly*
June 2015 With 23 bags to choose from, it's easy to find the ones
to suit your style. The easy-to-follow instructions make the
colourful bags easy to make. For beginners or as a refresher,
you'll find basic techniques at the front of the book. Diagrams are
used in some patterns. Appealing projects have come from the Coats
company. They include handbags, totes for beach or shopping, mesh
bags. I love the shoulder bag in khaki, it has a lacy effect
pattern. Simple stripes, intriguing patterns, a couple of floral
designs and granny squares. Well photographed.
*Karen Platt Yarnsandfabrics.co.uk/crafts*
June 2015 The versatility of crochet comes to the fore in
this beautifully photographed new book from Search Press. Editors
Sabine Schidelko and Elke Reith have complied an exciting range of
patterns from Coats Design Studio that should appeal to crocheters
at all levels and tastes. From the lollipop-hued oversize beach bag
to the more demure metal grey book bag with pink trim, there's a
wide range of choice here. Celebrating the power of colour each and
every pattern is bold, bright and beautiful with useful
illustrations and diagrams where needed. The book also features a
basic crochet course at the beginning for those who are new to the
craft
*Love Crochet*
July 2015 Search Press has teamed up with Coats Design Studio to
create a beautiful new crochet book filled with colorful patterns
for crochet bags of all kinds. Simply Stunning Crocheted Bags has
nearly two dozen crochet purse and bag patterns for you to enjoy.
It's a great addition to the Search Press range of books, which
also includes the recently published Crocheted Purses (Twenty to
Make) and Great New Ways with Granny Squares. About This
Crochet Book This is a lovely soft cover crochet book with
beautiful, colorful photography of the projects included in the
collection. It begins with basic crochet instructions for beginners
(or reminders). Then you'll find the patterns. They aren't divided
or categorized into any specific things, so you can just enjoy
browsing from one to the next until you land on the crochet pattern
that you want to work on next. Each pattern describes the
"basic pattern" so you have an understanding of the process of
working the bag before you begin. Then there's the "how to do it",
which explains the row-by-row instructions for the bag and how to
assemble the different parts (if required). For example, The Beach
Bag pattern, a big summer bag worked in yellow, orange and red
rayon raffia, tells you the basic pattern is to work continuous
rounds of US sc with info on how to double stitches, change colors
and mark the round transitions. The full patterns explains the
rounds, then how to crochet the straps to complete the bag.
5 Favorite Crochet Bag Patterns Personally, my five favorite
crochet bag patterns in this book are The Beach Bag mentioned above
and the following four: Floral Bag. This is a colorful 3D
bag made up of crochet granny squares with roses in the center of
them. It's worked in pink and orange for a terrific retro nod back
to the crochet of the 1960s. Summer Bag. This unique crochet purse
is worked with crochet rings. It's a soft cotton bag in shades of
green and turquoise that emanates retro inspiration from the 1970s.
Brown Basket Bag. This is a neutral toned contemporary crochet bag
worked in a cotton/ linen blend yarn. It's a mostly-mesh pattern
with a long crochet shoulder strap and looks like it would be a
great item to take shopping at the farmer's market. Stripy Laundry
Bag. This is the colorful striped crochet bag that you see on the
cover of the book. 5 More Things To Know Each pattern
includes the crochet instructions in both US and UK terms so you
can easily craft in whichever crochet language you are most
comfortable with. Coats Design is the exclusive European
distributors of Rowan yarn. However, there aren't yarn
specifications in the patterns. Instead, there are just suggestions
- such as 100% recycled cotton yarn in apricot or cotton / linen
blend in brown. This may be frustrating for some people who like to
work with the specific yarns that are used by crochet designers but
may be inspiring for others who like to adapt patterns using the
yarn they already have on hand. Some of the crochet bag patterns
require extra notions such as magnetic clasps, leather straps and
bag handles. At the top of each crochet pattern you'll find the
approximate size of the finished crochet bag along with the level
of difficulty ranging from 1-3. This can assist you in making a
decision about whether or not you want to do a specific pattern at
any given time. These crochet patterns call for hooks ranging from
D-O so you can easily find a crochet bag pattern that works up
quickly or more leisurely depending on the type of crochet that you
are interested in doing.
*About.com*
"Simply Stunning Crocheted Bags" is a collection of patterns from
Coats Design. There are 23 projects designed with eye-popping
colors and patterns that shout summer. If you are looking to
crochet a fashionable new beach bag or tote, laundry or shopping
bag...you will find the patterns here. Crochet is easy to
master and you will find all the step by step instructions and line
drawings you will need to complete these projects. Some of the
patterns include graphs as well as written instructions. The
patterns tell you the fiber that was used in the making of the bag,
but not the yarn company. So be creative and interchange cotton,
linen, cotilin, jute, hemp... If you are into crocheting
totes of all sorts, you will find yourself referring to this book
over and over again. Change up the colors and fiber on your
favorite patterns to match your wardrobe. Make them as gifts for
your friends.
*Examiner.com*
Search Press have brought together a varied and amazing mix of bags
into one brilliant collection. No matter what type of bag you are
looking for you are sure to find something in this book, whether
it's for your shopping or everyday use The book starts with a basic
crochet course. Each step of each stitch is detailed including
pictures. This means that even a beginner crocheted can start
making bags. There are patterns for every level of crocheter and I
love their use of techniques & colours to make unique designs.
There are 23 different designs to choose from. Each of the designs
are in written terms but there are also charts for people who
prefer to use them. Wouldn't these bags be amazing for summer!
see full review at:
http://www.crochetaddictuk.com/2015/07/simply-stunning-crocheted-bags-book.html
*Crochet Addict UK*
August 2015 All crocheters will love the 23 modern and
colourful bags in this book in a range of styles and wide
assortment of crochet stitches. Each project comes with clear
step-by-step diagrams, where appropriate, plus instructions.
*Machine Knitting Monthly*
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