Every Which Way Crochet Borders: 139 Patterns for Customized Edgings

If you've ever finished a beautiful crochet project and then stared at it wondering how to give it the perfect finishing touch, this book is the answer. Edie Eckman has packed 139 border patterns into one incredibly well-organized resource, and I reach for it constantly. From simple single-row edgings to intricate multi-row designs, there's something here for every skill level and every project. What I love most is the variety — lacy borders, textured borders, picot edges, scallops, geometric designs — it truly covers every style you could want. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and the charts are a huge help for visual learners. Each pattern is accompanied by a photo so you know exactly what you're working toward, which takes all the guesswork out of choosing the right border for your project. This has completely transformed how I finish my blankets, shawls, and garments. It's one of those books that earns a permanent spot on your craft table rather than getting shelved. Whether you're a beginner looking for simple clean edges or an experienced crocheter wanting something show-stopping, Edie Eckman delivers. An absolute must-have for any crocheter's library.

Im making a Tunisian Crochet blanket and then yarn cross-stitching on that blanket. I wanted my blanket to have a crochet border that looks like a frame to a picture. Incorporating at least 3 different crafts to make an afghan (debating on adding some tatting). This book has so many borders to complete my project that it will be hard to choose from. What makes this book a 5 star is the individual pictures of the finished work, the written instructions for the pattern and the pattern diagram instructions. So visual or reading learners can use. It also shows step by step instructions for attaching the edging to different mediums like cloth. If there is a special stitch used in the edging it has a note section with instructions on how to make that stich so everything is all in one place (no flipping around in the book while you're learning). The spiral book lays flat, which is nice but I wish the spirals were bigger so pages dont rip. I have been crocheting for over 40 years and this is, by far, one of the best books out there. For edges its my new top rated one and overall its in the top 10. I was just looking for ideas but the layout, pictures and different instructions makes this a great beginners book too.

Very nice book.. lots of great and colorful ideas! I bought this book after having the ebook version first. I prefer the spiral bound hard copy. Easier to work with and better to see the inspiring examples..

I've been a huge fan of Edie Eckman since I purchased the original Crochet Answer Book. I was a knitter first, and came to crochet later. (I was such a snob! I saw too many chevron afghans in my childhood!) Anyway, I approach crochet as a true art form, and appreciate tutors who refine and challenge me to stretch my skills. The borders here are inventive, whimsical and varied. However, my favorite aspect of this book is the detailed preparation of your surface edge so that the extra counting, ripping, tweaking and guesstimation are kept to a minimum. The corners are clearly illustrated in symbols and charts as well as very concise written directions, with extra explanation right on the page and support in the appendix. I love almost every single variation, and there are dozens of borders here that I haven't seen elsewhere. There's a border directory on pages 206-209 with bigger-than-thumbnail photos of each to refresh your memory. There's also a Table of Attributes to give you ideas based on the style and mood of the item you're going to embellish. I recommend the hard copy. The spiral binding is great, and just the same size as the author's previous books. (I'm hoping for another volume of Crochet Motifs!) My favorite borders: #37, arabesque dc clusters on an open mesh #41, puff stitch shells #42 & #43 Heart motifs #46 a jasmine or daisy stitch in treble clusters #72 a lacy undulating shell stitch with "tight picots" #78 large shamrock motifs, connected with a network of chains #91 an intricate dance, with post stitches and single crochet stitches fattening up the final round of chains #92 loops like fringe, with scalloped dc clusters #99 Solomon's knots! I could go on and on, that's how excited I am about these borders. In summary, this book is a lot more than a stitchionary. It's a guide to choosing and executing the best border for the project and for getting the placement and stitch counts right with minimal frogging. It's a springboard for your imagination with more than enough support for anyone from adventurous beginner to advanced.

(see my video flip through) I really like the book. It's in full color, one border per page with both written and diagramed directions. I tried one border so far and directions were clear and understandable. Love the chart in the back to search for specific type of border as well as the illustrated index pages of all borders. Only complaint is that there are very few intricate borders for thread crochet, in my opinion it's mostly yarn type borders. Yes, most can be modified but if you want the lace type borders look elsewhere.

This is truly an exceptional crochet book. I have several of Ms. Eckman’s other books and can truly say this is a well-thought-out reference and instructional book. The instructions are in BOTH written and chart form, so no matter your level of chart reading, you can still execute the stitches. I’m fairly new to chart reading, so I appreciate the written instructions that accompany the charts. It is very helpful for learning chart reading. The pictures and diagrams are very clear and in good contrasting colors to eliminate any guesswork or misunderstanding. There is a Border Directory at the end of the book that can be used as a quick reference guide. Also, the Table of Attributes will be very helpful to quickly locate a particular style border (ie. reversible, straight, fringed). At the beginning of the book Ms. Eckman has also provided 30 pages of design concepts to help the novice or experienced crocheter determine how to choose and customize borders, end rounds, fudge stitch counts, and the importance of... SWATCHING! This book is similar to how Ms. Eckman instructs in the classroom and online. Exceptional educator and designer.

Great Book! There are pictures and written instruction's on every page! The author has even included examples of patterns in a variety of fibers! I can’t wait to use this book in my crochet work!

I've purchased a number of crochet books by Edie Eckman over the years. Her work is so well done and so informative that if I see she has a new book, I immediately pre-order it. I keep most of her books within arm's reach from my crochet “nook” where I do most of my projects. If I have a question, it is sure that I will find an answer in that set of books. “Every Which Way Crochet Borders” is a wonderful resource for me. I have added borders to receiving blankets for years. I buy the cute flannel print fabric, serge it, and then crochet a border using cotton thread. I have six go-to borders and thought that was enough. Once I got this book, my go-to borders are simply considered “elements” in this book versus the unusual and beautiful border patterns that are included. I'll be having a lot of fun adding new borders to the blankets and I am also inspired to add them to scarves, wraps, and afghans as well. There is a picture of a necklace that I want to try, too. I only wish the pattern had been included but I will figure it out – I plan to use Spangle yarn for that project. Between the numbered borders and the element borders, there are 139 borders in this book. Ms. Eckman details the types of use of borders, how colors work, how the weight of the yarn makes a difference and more. I especially appreciate the pages which show examples of the same border stitched with different color/weight of yarn. It visually shows how the various components of design can effect the overall look of the project. The crochet terms are in US standard and each of the patterns are presented in both written and symbol charts. The book is a hardback with an interior spiral binding. This is great as the spiral is not exposed and won't snag any yarn at hand. In addition to the explanation pages at the front of the book and the patterns (with full color example photos), there is an appendix with an explanation of reading crochet patterns both written and symbols(great for beginning crocheters), a stitch key of written and symbol equivalents, a table of attributes (gives a visual checklist of each border), a border directory (color photo thumbnails of all 139 borders with page number), and a glossary with illustrations of many types of crochet stitches. This is a book that I will use extensively and one that I will be including as a holiday gift this year for family and friend who crochet. In addition to the copy of this book I purchased on Amazon, I was provided a temporary digital advance reader copy of this book by the publisher via Netgalley.

Give a lot of ideas with many patterns which help to crochet the cornet. The photos are very good to help the pattern. This is a book for intermedite and avanced students. It is ver y recomendable.

This book is Every Which Way as good as Edie Eckman's other books. Very clearly written, lots of pictures and some lovely patterns for borders. There are written instructions (US terminology) as well as charts, and the Border Directory at the back of the book shows a picture of the border, the border number and the page number, so it is very easy to find a favourite border. I like the spiral format. In addition to the patterns, there is a lot of helpful information about reading crochet patterns and charts, crochet symbols, stitch placement, etc. If you know the basics, you can follow these patterns. There are stitch notes to help with the more complex stitches. A fabulous book all round.

Questo libro è ben fatto sotto molti aspetti, con spiegazioni chiare. Il fatto che sia in inglese non mi rende la comprensione difficoltosa, dato che i telefoni sono dotati di traduttore ( almeno il mio lo è e basta che inquadrò la scritta che traduce), basta capire i nomi inglesi che usano "sc" per maglia bassa, ma anche a questo problema si può trovare soluzione su internet. Detto quest, si vede dalle foto una delle pagine di indice degli schemi, non ho fatto la foto dell altra metà degli schemi sennò vi levo la sorpresa 🙃125 bordi diversi! Wow c è da sbizzarrirvi! Sono appassionata di uncinetto e mi piace imparare punti nuovi, questo libro lo permette dato che sono cmq punti applicabili in generale su molti progetti. C'è il glossario su come si fanno i punti per chi è alle prime armi, la legenda dei simboli, e ogni bordo ha foto, schema, spiegazione completa. Ho fatto delle prove, una con un filo unico colorato misto, l altra con quattro fili di colore diverso per fare il cambio colore( ho usato un filato piccolo per un uncinetto di 3,75 ergo è venuto meno compatto dell esempio in foto, ma va bene così perche poi ogni uncinettatrice ha le sue licenze poetiche😉. Ho visto che la stessa autrice ha fatto altri libri, peccato che non ci siano tradotti in italiano perché avrei effettivamente compreso più rapidamente, ma pazienza, tanto la calma fa parte di chi lavora a maglia e uncinetto. Buon lavoro

Teşekkürler

As i also have the earlier book of edgings by author... this one is another great tool in my library.... the first thing that is so useful , is having corners incorporated into pattern... often edgings are given as straight strips... with no how to for doing corners su.... There is a wide range of styles to choose from and very well illustrated, with great advice on how to choose one, depending on the size, shape and purpose of item being worked on..... overall a couple of superb instruction books.... Highly recommended .