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We're one of the 5 finalists nominated for an ACE award! Finalists have been named for Craftrends’ Awards of Creative Excellence (ACE), formerly known as the Awards of Excellence. Winners will be revealed at the Craft & Hobby Association Winter Show in Anaheim, California, in January 2007. Entries were judged on overall quality, originality, attractiveness, clarity of instructions, retail support, advertising/marketing support, and whether the products and books met consumer needs. Hooray! * * * "Lee uses crochet for what it does best, creating shapely structures and lovely, lacey stitches. The projects -- everything from pretty tops to super-hot handbags -- will appeal to both the urban hipster and the traditional crochet fan." -- Crochet Today magazine, Aug/Sept 2006

20 gorgeous patterns from a top crochet designer NEW! "You'll see a wonderful variety of stitch patterns that make each project unique and exciting to crochet," says author Katherine Lee of the 20 fresh, fashionable projects in Fabulous & Flirty Crochet. Taking her cue from the fashions worn by today's glamourous stars, this LA-based designer offers beautiful sweaters, camisoles, hats, scarves, handbags, and other pieces. So chic & easy to wear The projects, from a bold lace cardigan and flutter-sleeve top to a flirty skirt and chic Moroccan slippers are shaped, sophisticated, and full of detail. What's more, they all make great use of soft, luxurious yarns that drape wonderfully over the body. Great for all skill levels. Projects are rated according to difficulty and include a list of stitches and techniques used. And, you'll find bonus tips on substituting yarns, as well as illustrations that detail basic stitches and crochet techniques. For crochet projects that look fabulous, fit perfectly and are fun to stitch, this is definitely your go-to guide! -- Crafter's Choice, September 2006

"SweaterBabe.com's Fabulous & Flirty" Press Release -- from Quarry Books

'People in their 20s, teens and even 'tweens are hooking up with the craft through multigenerational classes and clubs, as well as the through explosion of hip new pattern books such as "Cool Crochet," SweaterBabe.com's "Fabulous and Flirty Crochet" and "Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker." '
-- (from "Off the Hook", Delma J. Francis, Star Tribune, Minnieapolis - St. Paul, April, 2006)

"Katherine says her pattern for a chunky, crochet poncho sells better than any other sold on her website, www.sweaterbabe.com"
-- (from "Stewart breaks out knit classic "Freedom poncho" unleashes flood of calls for pattern", Dana Coffield, Denver Post, March, 2005)

EXCERPTS FROM THE LATEST BOOK REVIEWS
on "SweaterBabe.com's Fabulous & Flirty Crochet"

"Oh, how I love this book...To boot, the designs really are fabulous. Beyond the requisite scarves and wraps, it's the sweaters and tops that have me jacked up... This is the kind of fashion crochet I've been desperate to see."
-- from CrochetMe.com (read the complete review)

"Why is this book different than so many? It’s modern, and stylish and it isn’t the heavy clunky crochet apparel that has been so common over the years..."
-- from Craftmodo.com (read the complete review)

"It is so refreshing to see someone design pieces that have that `I want to wear it!' look!"
-- from Amazon.com (read the complete review)

" The patterns in this book can keep you busy making today's crocheted fashions and acessory looks... "
-- Sandi Marshall, About.com Guide to Crochet, (Crochet.About.com)

"The 200-year-old craft isn't just for grandmas making baby booties and doilies anymore. People in their 20s, teens and even 'tweens are hooking up with the craft through multigenerational classes and clubs, as well as through the explosion of hip new pattern books such as 'Cool Crochet,' SweaterBabe.com's 'Fabulous and Flirty Crochet' and 'Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker'... "
-- Delma J. Francis, Star Tribune ("Off the Hook" article in the Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota Star Tribune, April 26, 2006)

"With the rising popularity of crochet, bookstores have been inundated with new, trendy pattern books. But Katherine Lee’s Fabulous & Flirty Crochet stands above the rest..."
-- from CrochetAngel Blog (read the complete review)

"colorful, concise book full of lots and lots of beautiful, flattering, contemporary garments and accessories. no frumpy leaflet sweaters in cheap, garish yarns here..."
-- from Amazon.com (read the complete review)

"This book shows everything that crochet really is, fabulous, elegant, and in style...I promise you can’t go wrong buying this book, there is something for everyone in it and there is just so much everyone can learn (new techniques and use of color) making it a must have to your crochet library. "
-- from BellaOnline.com (read the complete review)

"I received this book last night from Amazon. And all I can say is WOW!
...The book has patterns that you can definitely use over and over for gifts for yourself, daughter, or mother. I actually would recommend this over the Stitch and Bitch: Happy Hooker Book..."
-- from Crochet by Faye Blog (read the complete review)

"I do so appreciate SweaterBabe's Fab & Flirty book. There are beautiful patterns organized in the beginning pages by difficulty...find your page and go right to your level! The patterns are fun and wearable..."
-- from Amazon.com (read the complete review)

"Anyone who crochets, is going to want a copy of this book...The designs are classy - some are downright funky - they are well named as flirty and all are definitely fabulous. Katherine Lee is definitely a name we will continue to see in the crochet design world..."
-- from Amazon.com (read the complete review)

"SweaterBabe's Fabulous & Flirty Crochet is exactly what I look for - projects that appeal to a broad spectrum of crocheters and patterns that are bit more involved than just single & double crochet rectangles sewn together..."
-- from Bron's Blog (read the complete review)

Mentioned in the Crochet All Day Blog

"A new generation of crocheters is changing all of that with books with fashion and design sense. One of best books I have found is Fabulous & Flirty Crochet..."
-- from HankeringforYarn.com (read the complete review)

"This beautiful book has smart, well-fitted designs that will amaze anyone who loves crochet..."
-- from Amazon.com (read the complete review)


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