In Crochet Kaleidoscope, Sandra Eng introduces 100 colorful crochet motifs that are pure eye candy. I am glad I found this book because Sandra made a lot of beautiful designs that I have not seen anywhere else before. Each motif comes with a beautiful color photograph, written instructions and a crochet chart. I like that Sandra presents a lot of her designs in two different colorways. For example the first colorway for motif 8 draws the eyes to the star in the center. The second colorway pulls the eyes outward towards the yellow tulip-like shapes from row 3. The title Crochet Kaleidoscope perfectly summarizes the visual impression I had when I looked through this book. As a five year old child I loved to look at the new patterns my kaleidoscope produced with every turn. Now I understand why I am drawn to crochet shapes that can be combined in a myriad of ways. The projects in this book are beautiful and easy to make. I am looking forward to using this book to conquer my yarn stash.

Crochet Kaleidoscope is a phenomenal crochet guide for both beginners and seasoned hookers. Sandra Eng provides plenty of information on selecting colors that coordinate for your projects (aka color theory - although you can ultimately crochet with any colors your heart desires!), demonstrates 100 different and totally beautiful shapes (motifs), and even includes comprehensive patterns and instructions for five (5) projects! The language is easy to read, the pictures are beautiful and crisp, and the resources section directs you to everything from programs such as Adobe CC (which you can use during the color selection process) to global yarn retailers. I'm looking forward to crocheting my own blanket from a particular hexagon motif I just LOVE.

I am completely floored with this book. I do not normally crochet a lot due to preference to knit, but this book has given me so many ideas for shawls, blankets, rugs, sweaters, the list could go on & on. As you read through the book you can tell that Sandra Eng has really taken the time to explain how to do each motif and even gives you the graphs along with the written instructions. Along with the instructions on how to read crochet charts which I still have issues with even though I learned to crochet when I was seven, lol.

The book is brimming with 100 motifs that you can mix and match to create a wonderful project. If you crochet or even if you are learning to crochet & enjoying it. This book NEEDS to be part of your crochet library. With 100 motifs you can leap from there to making all kinds of projects with them.

Crochet Kaleidoscope was in interesting read. The contents helped me learn more about the art of crochet as a beginner; things I hadn't thought of yet, but that are important to the craft. I appreciate the author's views on this topic, and that it was easy to read and understand.

Want to crochet colourful flowers? Have a look at this book.

From colour theory to different round, square, hexagonal, triagonal and other motifs and projects, everything is explained; motifs are charted and written.

I have crocheted for more than 30 years and am still always open to learning new ways of looking at the art. In this book, the author Sandra Eng, brings in the concept of the color wheel and how to use it to produce motifs that can either be soothing or arresting to see.

She uses a single type of yarn, Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima cotton to show the examples in the book. While that makes for a consistent visual experience for the motif examples, I would have liked to have seen some other types/weights of yarn used in the projects that are included in the book. Apart from this small nit, I am very pleased with the book overall.


The instructions for patterns are given both in graphs and in written format. The author uses the US standard for her instructions but with the visual graph, a crocheter from anywhere in the world can follow along.

I definitely found new motifs that I have not tried before and am looking at my yarn selections with a new perspective. I use the color wheel in other crafts but had never considered using it for selecting yarn. I also found that the project patterns in the book were ones that I would be happy to take on, especially the mod flower shawl and both of the pillows.

I was provided a digital advance reader copy of this book by the publisher via Netgalley.

This is an excellent crochet block patttern book. It hits all the marks I set for a skills book....excellent innovative patterns, very crisp photography, patterns charted AND written. The intro on color theory is one of the best I have seen. There is a wide range of shape ideas although more square than any other. I like the pattern ideas in the back of the book as well. I own dozens of crochet books and this ranks with the finest. Well done.

A fantastic collection of motifs. I especially liked that the book had a whole section on colour theory and the best ways to pick colours for your motifs. The possibilities for this book are endless. The book gives both written patterns and charts to help create the motifs. I can see myself using this book for many years to come.

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. My personal favorite was the part about colors and different ways to make patterns work. I'd not seen that before in any crochet book. I would definitely recommend this for any and all who crochet.

I would like to thank the publisher, author, and Netgalley for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.

This book is amazing, the layout is great, the colours are inspiring and the instructions are easy to follow.
The book covers 100 crochet motifs, square, circles, hexagons, and triangles+, and presented in colour, most have two colour examples. They are printed mostly on one page with the motif, chart and written instruction included in the layout - no more searching for what you want. The second half of the book has project made from the various motifs and they are truly amazing, I want to make all of them.

CROCHET KALEIDOSCOPE is a collection of 100 crochet motifs using a variety of color combinations, to help crocheters think outside of the box a bit. Eng uses Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima to create the color combinations, and does note the colorway on each pattern, as well as include an index in the back reminding crocheters what the colors/colorways are.

Each of the motifs not only offers color combination suggestions but has the pattern written out as well as graphed out, so that crocheters who work better off patterns of either way are accommodated for. The book also talks about how to pair up colors so that they reach maximum visual pleasure.

The motifs alone make this a useful household book for all crocheters.

Nice color pictures with easy to follow patterns. Several different varieties of color changing variations and shapes. A nice addition to your crochet library!

Fab book. Can't wait to try some of the patterns. .

A lovely motif dictionary full of colorful shapes that you can use in any crochet project! Eng provides a comprehensive dictionary of circular, square, triangular, hexagonal, and octagonal motifs complete with both charted and written directions for each motif (in US terms), as well as important notes on special stitches and techniques. Most motifs fall in the range of 3 to 5 inches in diameter, but changing yarn/hook size can easily make them bigger of smaller to fit project needs. Not only does Eng provide a lovely example motif, but in many instances she provides another motif using a completely different color palette or stripe pattern to show off just how different the same motif can look with different colors. The book finishes off with 5 patterns using some of the motifs (the table runner would also work as a colorful shawl/scarf!). I can see this being a fun dictionary to use to make you own fade or gradient projects!

Overall it’s a very colorful and inspirational source and lookbook, and one that encourages you to play around with color combinations.

Love this book.
Beautiful patterns. They are well written and very clear. There is so many things you can do with the motifs in the book other the patterns using them.
I enjoyed the color theory part of the book, also.

Outstanding book of motifs, with a great selection of shapes and patterns, color (and often alternate color) suggestions, clear grids, and concise pattern instructions. I like making motifs to use and gift as coasters. Coasters are color-customizable and practical.

Not for beginners, but then there are many books that have introductory level crochet tips and techniques, as well as free online written and video tutorials. This is more for someone with a good understanding of crochet basics who is looking for fun new ideas for motifs. Most of the motifs do not look too difficult.

Recommended, great fun for those who crochet.

As an avid crochet nut, I was thrilled to find this book! It's filled with incredibly useful tips and tricks to create incredible crochet patterns. I love the color palates the author used in this book, and the guides are extremely easy to follow. I was even able to knock out a quick pattern in less than a day! I will certainly be seeking out more books like this!

What a wonderful crochet book. Crochet Kaleidoscope: Shifting Shapes and Shades Across 100 Motifs by Sandra Eng.
This is book is a fabulous find for a new crocheter or an experience crocheter. If you want a book that has a lively twist on the grannies squares then to various crochet shapes with brilliant combinations for your next projects and projects in the future, which will lead to stunning designs, this is a book for you. This book had me smiling every time I turned the page, then thinking what I could make. I have only been crocheting since April 2017 and I found the illustrations - diagrams, photo's and patterns of the designs clear and easy to follow.
This book has a brilliant collection of 100 design patterns throughout and has a brilliant guide on how to choose your next colours for your next projects. The bonus of the book it had 5 home decor and accessory patterns.

The only thing I found with this book it is written in US crotchet stitch not UK crotchet stitch so be aware. But there is a guide to the US crotchet stitches at the back of the book which I found very useful. I made the table runner today and found this pattern very clearly written and easy to follow. Well done to Sandra Eng for a wonderful crochet book.

Thank you Netgalley for letting me review Crochet Kaleidoscope: Shifting Shapes and Shades Across 100 Motifs for an honest review.
Big 5 star from me.

4 Stars! I love the pictures & projects in this book! I had one problem though... I don’t know how to crochet! If you’re a crocheting beginner like I am, this book isn’t for you! If you know how to crochet, read the patterns & understand the directions you would probably love this book
*I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own!*

I was so happy to receive a copy of this book from the publisher. I am just beginning to revive a “lost art” in my family as needlework, and particularly making afghans, skipped a couple of generations. This book contains a multitude of beautiful patterns and ideas for different colorways. It is a pleasure to peruse. The author has included instruction in color theory, how to select pleasing combinations of color and how using different colors dramatically alters the appearance of the very same pattern. Directions are well-illustrated and easy to follow. I will definitely want to purchase a hard copy of this valuable resource.