I was not able to download this book, but was able to read a print copy when it became available. It was a great crochet book that all will really enjoy.

This book contains over 100 motifs with an excellent selection of colors. The techniques are easy to read. The author illustrates how to blend colors which is very helpful for quilting. This is another book candidate for mothers day

Nice, big, colorful pictures with various color ways shown of each pattern. Pattern is shown visually as well as instructions written out.

Crochet Kaleidoscope: Shifting Shapes and Shades Across 100 Motifs by Sandra Eng is a great resource for anyone who likes to crochet. The patterns are well written and easy to follow, whether you prefer written step by step instructions or a chart. In addition to the over 100 patterns in a variety of shapes including circles, squares, hexagons and triangles, there is helpful information about color theory. For many of the motifs shown in the book, there are two samples, usually in very different color palettes to inspire the reader to go beyond their comfort zone with color.

This is an excellent book for a beginner to get the basics of crochet as well as it contains many patterns for even those a bit more advanced. For those who struggle to find colors that compliment each other well, there is quite a bit of information on color suggestions and color theory so that the reader can choose for themselves as to how advanced they want to go. Each pattern the book contains comes with a color picture as well as a crochet diagram and written instructions. Most books I've found do not go this far in depth to help the reader understand the pattern. This one is nearly fool-proof.

Thank you F+W Media and Interweave for this ARC copy via NetGalley.

I really like this, I'm quite new to crochet and it's very easy and simple to follow. This contains lots of cute designs I'm looking forward to trying out!

Crochet Kaleidoscope: Shifting Shapes and Shades Across 100 Motifs by Sandra Eng offers a twist on crocheted motifs as you shift through various shapes and color combinations. From the traditional granny square to more complex forms, these faceted motifs are the building blocks to creating unique and stunning designs. Along with a collection of 100 fresh motifs, this book includes a complete guide to choosing yarn colors, what order to put them in, and how many to include. Plus, get five home decor and accessory patterns including a table runner, pillow, and rug from crochet designer and author Sandra Eng. You can shift shapes and shades to make the perfect piece for your home.

Crochet Kaleidoscope: Shifting Shapes and Shades Across 100 Motifs is a well organized and encouraging collection of ideas and instruction. It is not a great book for novices and those that need the basics thoroughly explained, but I think some beginners that are comfortable with the terminology and willing to try new things will be fine. I will admit that I am not one for working in motifs, mainly because I hate sewing the pieces together in order to get the final product, whether it be a cool jacket, sweater, afghan, or something else entirely. I prefer one piece or join as you go motifs, so my skill set here was lacking. However, some of the information shared I had a good understanding of, like color choices, but I found the instruction and encouragement to try new or different things through out the book to be very well put together and worded. The suggested colors and notes included with each motif were helpful, and I think will help make newcomers and those more cautious about color combinations and color order comfortable until they are ready to strike out and try something more unexpected or unique. I really liked the projects that were included toward the end, and I just might give the Mod Flower Shawl or Zinnia Table Runner a go, since they can be join as you go projects, and could also work as a stash or scrap buster- both of which I really need to do. The stitch key and glossary at the end of the book is also helpful for explaining stitches or terms that readers might not be fully comfortable or familiar with. The measurement conversion chart and the additional resources ware also helpful.

Color and crochet motifs go together like peanut butter and jelly. However, it's often challenging to visualize how different color combinations can transform a motif.

In Crochet Kaleidoscope, Eng provides clear photos of 100 motifs and explores how they look with different choices. After learning basic color theory, you can find answers to common questions from "how many colors are too many?" to "does order matter?"

Included are several home decor and accessory projects to help you begin your color journey. All motifs include both written instructions and stitch diagrams.

Clear photographs and instructions make this book a must-have for any crocheters lilbrary. The hard part is choosing which medalion to crochet!

This is a fabulous book with a hundred different motifs to work. The motifs are charted and have written instructions as well making them easily accessible to all crocheters. The most important part of the book is the discussion of yarn colors. Using a color wheel to blend colors in a motif. Sandra Eng uses her professional incites as a psychologist to explain how to use colors to get a certain effect from your work. This book is a beautiful work of art. There are five patterns for projects using the motif. The book is a serious inspiration and a must for any crocheter's collection.

Wow, the granny square reinvented. A lot of patterns to try. Everything is written clearly with photographs and diagrams. A great little book especially if you are looking to jazz up your traditional granny square with something new and different.

I have to say pattern designer Sandra Eng is a wonderful fiber artist and I love her creativity. She says she has a passion for geometry and it is apparent in her work. I was familiar with her crochet through her Instagram account so when I saw that Crochet Kaleidoscope: Shifting Shapes and Shades Across 100 Motifs was available for request through NetGalley, I jumped at the chance.
This pattern book is for the advanced beginner and on. I feel like there are plenty of motif patterns here to get your crochet muse going. Just browsing through this book made me want to grab my hook and yarn.

I loved the presentation throughout. The pictures are vivid and the patterns are written clearly. The designer discusses color combinations and shares ideas for colors that will compliment each other.

There are patterns for 100 motifs here, circles, squares, hexagons, triangles and other shapes. Included in the book are also patterns for five projects you can create using the motifs throughout.

I worked up a sample square and found that the pattern was easy to follow and well written. This is definitely a pattern book that you can keep dipping in and out of. A new favorite!

This is a wonderful resource with beautiful motifs using a variety of stitches and shapes. You will find wonderful use of color and stitch choice and placement to create texture in the designs. One standout feature is the use of two examples in motifs to show how differing color choice affects appearance. The directions include both written stitch counts and graphs to make it accessible regardless of your personal preference. If I had any complaint, I would have liked more explanation of and examples pulled from the color wheel.

This would make a perfect edition to your craft library for those that love crochet, yarn, color, or all three.

Crochet Kaleidoscope is a craft book of 100 different motifs along with a number of projects that the motifs can be used for, such as a rug and cushion.

Each pattern is shown complete with a colour photograph, along with a detailed crochet diagram and row by row instructions that look easy to follow.

Included is a glossary, which explains the diagrams, stitches and abbreviations alongside a list of the wools used and their colours.

Definitely worth a read for the experienced crocheter who is looking to make something different.

I was given a copy of this book via netgalley in return for a honest review

This book is a collection of patterns for different shapes of crocheted "squares", that can be put together for many different projects, like afghans, clothing, tablecloths, etc. The patterns are clearly written and easy to follow. I, myself, made a couple of them and they were so easy to do. There are patterns for newbies and for experienced crocheters. The pictures are also good and help in being able to follow the pattern with a visual guide. It is a great book for those who like to make these shapes and be a little crazy! Fun book!

Along with a collection of 100 fresh motifs, this book includes a complete guide to choosing yarn colors, what order to put them in, and how many to include. Plus, get five home decor and accessory patterns including a table runner, pillow, and rug from crochet designer and author Sandra Eng. You can shift shapes and shades to make the perfect piece for your home.
Every turn of the crochet kaleidoscope allows you to get creative with color and apply your own unique personality to your crochet motifs.

Great illustrative book. I can’t wait to get started.

This book really takes granny squares to a whole new level! If you have someone who loves to crochet, they are going to ADORE this book, for all its practical advice on crocheting and color selection, to the fun patterns that bring crochet up to the modern times! Add some great yard, or gift card to their favorite store,for a fun gift idea, and your recipient will LOVE your thoughtfulness!

I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review. This book will become a resource on my shelf. The patterns are well written and easy to follow, whether you prefer written step by step instructions or a chart. I tried several of the motifs from the book and they hook up beautifully with the well written instructions. In addition to the over 100 patterns in a variety of shapes including circles, squares, hexagons and triangles, there is helpful information about color theory. For many of the motifs shown in the book, there are two samples, usually in very different color palettes to inspire the reader to go beyond their comfort zone with color. I am inspired to keep on hooking more of these delightful motifs just for the fun of it. Beautifully done!

I was so thrilled to receive a review copy of this book- i’m an avid crocheter, and loved the colorful, modern- vintage look the cover of this book depicted.
Unfortunately though, I couldn’t download it onto the one device I have available, my kindle. I’m so bummed!
Thank you so much for the opportunity though!

Great book for blanket lovers! The color combos are bright and happy, and the instructions are pretty clear. The only thing I would say this book is lacking is more tips on how to join these motifs together. Would recommend for intermediate crocheters--I think this is too overwhelming for beginners.