I have been crocheting for about 43 years - since I was taught around 10 years of age. I'm always looking for new patterns to try and things that are fun and exciting. My sister in law and her husband had a baby boy this past December, and he's gained the nickname of "Monkey" and it would be great to be able to make the monkey items in the book for him! So many cute and adorable things to create in the book - a crocheter's dream!! The directions looks clear and easy to follow and understand, and I like the addition of the graphs! The book seems to be well designed for the crafter.