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Hooked on Shakespeare: Crochet Projects Inspired by the Bard

by Gurinder Kaur Hatchard
Herbert Pr. Oct. 2023. 128p. ISBN 9781789941289. $22. CRAFTS
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In Shakespeare’s Othello, Desdemona’s beautifully embroidered handkerchief may have led to tragedy, but Hatchard (Head to Toe Crochet) proves that crochet hooks, yarn, and needles can produce far happier endings. From Hatchard’s playful renaming of the Bard as “Wooliam” in her introduction, to her fun summaries of each play, the book demonstrates equal parts levity and learning. Its patterns for characters from several of Shakespeare’s plays (including A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Hamlet) are clearly illustrated, well written, and easy enough to follow for advanced beginner crocheters. Included with the instructions are Hatchard’s playful puns and intriguing choices that all bring the Bard’s characters into cuddly existence.
VERDICT A perfect addition to the crafty reader’s shelf. Will have Shakespeare readers and English teachers crocheting characters in no time.
Reviewed by Emily Bowles , Oct 01, 2023
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