Choose from 8 beautiful, light and lacy wraps for warmer weather.
Title: Lacy Wraps
Author: Kristi Simpson
Publisher: Leisure Arts, Inc., 2017
ISBN: 978-1-4647-6178-2
Photographer: Ken West
Lacy Wraps Review
If you are looking for a way to add a little extra style to your wardrobe, Lacy Wraps includes 8 lacy shawl designs for you to choose from.
The patterns are written in American Crochet Terms and they are all listed as Easy Skill Level projects. The yarns used to crochet these projects range from fine weight [2] to bulky weight [5] yarn.
The General Instructions begin on page 28 and include the Abbreviations, Symbols & Terms, Crochet Terminology, Yarn Weight Symbols, Difficulty Levels and Hook Sizes.
Crochet Terms
You will also find the following terms outlined:
- Gauge
- Joining with a sc
- Joining with a dc
- Back ridge (with diagram)
- Back or front loop only (with diagram)
- Post Stitch (with diagram)
- Working in space before a stitch (with diagram)
- Fringe (with diagrams)
The written instructions are presented in an easy to follow format and the special stitches used for each design are included (with diagrams if necessary) at the very beginning of each pattern. I personally like this because it makes it easy to reference the stitches you need to crochet when you are working on the design.
The Designs included are:
- Fiesta – 14½”h x 55″w – Medium Weight Yarn [4] and 6 mm (J) hook
- Chain Links – 17½”h x 63¾”w – Light Weight Yarn [3] and 6 mm (J) hook
- Filigree – 18″h x 50″w – Light Weight Yarn [3] and a 6 mm (J) hook
- Pearls – 18½”h x 48¼”w – Medium Weight Yarn [4] and a 9 mm (M/N) hook
- Escape – 20″h x 67¼”w – Bulky Weight Yarn [5] and a 15 mm (P/Q) hook
- Color Splash – 18″h x 47″w – Fine Weight Yarn [2] and a 6 mm (J) hook
- Granny Connection – 16½”h x 57½”w – Light Weight Yarn [3] and a 6 mm (J) hook
- Grace – 15½” x 62½” – Light Weight Yarn [3] and a 6 mm (J) hook
The size measurements listed above do not include the fringe measurements.
The Samples were crocheted using:
Fiesta: Lion Brand® Shawl in a Ball® #202 Calming Desert
Chain Links: Lion Brand® Vanna’s Style #113 Red
Filigree: Lion Brand Collection® Superwash Merino #174 Spring Leaf
Pearls: Red Heart® Unforgettable® #3930 Pearly
Escape: Patons® Peak™ #21007 Imperial Blue
Color Splash: Premier® Cotton Fair™ Variegated – #32-09 Violets and White – # 27-01 White
Granny Connection: Lion Brand Collection® Superwash Merino #147 Purple
Grace: Lion Brand Collection® Superwash Merino #170 Dijon
I love that the yarns used to design these projects are yarns I can find locally and at shops I purchase from online.
My Favorites
My favorite designs are Grace, Fiesta and Filigree. Which ones do you like the best?
Here’s a look at the 8 pretty designs you can make:
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- Chain Links
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- Filigree
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- Pearls
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- Escape
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- Color Splash
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- Granny Connection
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- Grace
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- Fiesta
For a closer look at the projects, please visit the Lacy Wraps page at Leisure Arts HERE.
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Verna says
These shawls are beautiful!, Light, airy and pretty all in one. Perfect, like you say, for warm weather locations! I really the Escape Shawl and Fiesta (without quite as much tassle).
Sherry says
lace wraps are on my to do list. looks nice
Cindy Sherwood says
Love lacy wraps!
Susan G says
Always looking for something new to try
Rev. Marcia Urban says
The patterns here are gorgeous and the instructions are so clear and well-written. Thank you, Rhonda
Jacqueline Howlett says
This book looks great too!!
Pepsi Jacobs says
Beautiful wtaps
Maureen Richardson says
Wow these look amazing, I will have to add this to my Christmas list, x
Rashmi says
Wow.. Interesting patterns.
Jen says
I’ve been really wanting to make a wrap or shawl lately and this is a good place to start. Thanks for the review!
Diane E. says
I can’t wait to get this book. I’ve been wanting to make myself a shawl, but just haven’t found a pattern that says “Make ME”, until now. There are 3 that I’d like to make right NOW (lol).
Carrie P. says
All are so pretty.
Sandy says
I make prayer shawls, and I am always looking for new patterns. Very pretty!
Gail Casto says
I love the Grace wrap and Fiesta.
Susan says
Ohhhh Lacy Wraps… MUST. GET. THIS. BOOK. Love lacy openwork shawls! Current WIP is similar to the Chain Links… but it doesn’t have a closed-work part at the top: IT IS ALL CHAINS with sc for anchors. really nice & drapy!
Cheryl Heming says
The wraps are all so beautiful, I can buy these yarns locally which I like.
Flo L says
You really provided great reviews on all 8 projects. I love to make wraps and your description gave me the information I need to purchase the book without having seen it.
Mearla says
My favorites are Escape, Fiesta and Grace! Thank you for the great detailed review! This book is on my list to buy!
Melissa says
Truly love wraps and after reading your review , I am now more inclined to buy it , the photos and review make it more worth while and I LOVE WRAPS !
Julia Brooks says
Love lacy wraps
Rachel King says
The Grace wrap is beautiful and exactly something I would be able to both make and wear!
melissa wery says
Great review! Would love to make these wraps
Samantha Stevens says
Awesome review! Thanks for such an in depth description of the book! I’m not new to crochet but I am nowhere near intermediate, you’re review of this book gives me the confidence of being able to complete the 8 projects. One thing I dislike about some patterns is having to go lookup how to do the stitches but with this book, you say it gives all the info needed. Thanks again for a great review!!
Carrie P. says
Great looking wraps. I love making them and wearing them.
NanSea says
Great review! Would love to win a copy of this book. The designs are beautiful and I’d make every one of them.
Pat Price says
I love the way you gave all pertinent info re patterns offered, including pictures. Everything I would need to see & know to decide whether to buy the booklet. Perfect.
Pat Price says
Review LA thoughtful shawls or vests & wraps
Lori VanDusen says
Gorgeous, I love making and wearing wraps for all seasons. There are so many beauties to choose from. Love it 💖
Sarah L says
I’d be interesting in seeing a review of: AMIGURUMI ANIMAL SCARVES. Thanks!
Yasmin says
Please review Lovely Cotton Tops next.😊
Teri Tobbins says
Oh! I do love making wraps! Thank you for a great, detailed review of this eBook. i feel confident that this is a book I really need to have! 💙💙💙
Lori Morton says
Have 2 Daughters & a Grangirlie that would LOVE to have some of these pretty Wraps! 🙂
Sheronna says
I love, love, love Color Splash, Fiesta, chain link. I am already visualizing my stash to pick colors for them.
Thanks for the review & the chance to win. Your review was thorough & clear, providing info that helps folks to determine whether or not it’s for them.
Diane E. says
I would love to read your review of “Baby’s Buddy Amigurumi”, it appears to have easy-to-do patterns
Nic says
The Grace wrap is my favourite! But they’re all gorgeous.
Kim Denne says
There are some really unique wraps in this collection!