Rows Red

From books to bobbins…

When reviewing patterns and books, certain terms and symbols are used. Use the guide below to get the most out of the summary section included before each written review. The categories and judgments made are my own, and are made with every attempt to remove personal bias or prejudice. At this time all reviews are from either my own personal library, or from careful review of borrowed or otherwise actually viewed copies. I receive no compensation for my reviews, either monetary or otherwise.

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Review Guide

Variety:
Focused – Title covers a narrow topic range, +/- for range of style/looks
Limited – Title covers mostly one type of project, some variety of extras +/- for range of style/looks
Wide – Title covers a variety of project types, +/- for range of style/looks

Sizing:
Limited – Title has a narrow range of sizes, excluding smaller and plus sizes (XS or 2X+)
Wide – Title has a wide range of sizes, from smaller to extended plus sizes
Specialty – Title focuses on a specific range of sizes, for instance plus size only

Value-Price:
NA – Title is free, either as a download, printout or handout
Inexpensive – Title is inexpensive for its format and/or range of offerings
Moderate – Title is moderately priced for its format and/or range of offerings
Expensive – Title is costly, +/- if range or quality of projects or production adds or detracts to value

Stamina:
Low – Title has either outdated or extremely on-trend styles that may not last the test of time, keep in mind
Moderate – Title has some outdated or extremely on-trend styles, but is relatively long-lived
High – Title has classic or timeless styles that will stand the test of time
Specialty – Title is focused on a narrow topic that is fairly immune from concepts of trend

Clarity:
Low – Title has low production, technical/accuracy or photography values, which negatively impacts the readers crafting experience
Standard – Title has standard production, technical/accuracy or photography values, which shouldn’t negatively impact readers crafting experience
High – Title has high production, technical/accuracy or photography values, up to and including excellent reference and technique content
Exceptional – Title has superb production, technical/accuracy or photography values, all aspects of the book are very well executed