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Knit Speak and
The Knitters Book of Yarn
The Knitting Circle
Fiction
Hood, Ann
"The Knitting
Circle" a novel by Ann Hood
released January 2007.
Here's a great review
on this novel :
The Labor of Love - (The Washington Post)
based somewhat
on the author's life experience, but not
entirely, about the impact a
knitting group has on a woman after the death of her
child.
Plans are underway for Julia Roberts to
star in a movie based on the book.
Knitting Stitches -Over 300
Contemporary and Traditional Stitch Patterns
Mary Webb
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Knit 2 Together
New
designs and enthusiasm for knitting
Ullman, Tracey
npr.org
Actress/comedian, Tracey
Ullman, along with a LYS owner, wrote a book
about knitting. Here is a
Free knitting apron pattern
from their book, Knit 2 Together:
npr.org
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Spin
to Knit
(available Oct. 2006)
Do it all, from dyeing
your own wool with natural color sources to
knitting finished items.
Okey,
Shannon
Author of:
Knitgrrl
&
Knitgrrl2
as well as Crochet Style: Chic and Sexy Accessories
coming in Jan. 2007
sys-con.com
You
can get a free hat pattern (one of twenty
different designs) from the book
here
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Knitting Under the Influence
The Friday Night Knit Club
Fiction
LaZebnik, Claire
Jacobs, Kate
Publisher's Weekly article mentions these two
new novels in Natalie Danforord's article,
The End of the Yarn? (toward the end under
Knovels on Knitting)
Pop Matters Book Reviews - Knitting-Under-the-Influence
- (Pop Matters)
Looks as if the knitting craze in taking off in
novels as well as in how to books, because of
women getting together to knit. And why not,
it's a great way to share more than just
knitting, right?!
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Arctic Lace
Knitting Projects and Stories inspired by
Alaska's native knitters
Druchunas, Donna
adn.com
The
source/link article, "Take a stab at Alaska's
own yarn, luxurious qiviut (musk ox down)" makes
you want to go right out and buy the book (or at
least get it from the library!)
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Knit Fix: Problem Solving for Knitters
Problem Solving, good reference
Kartus, Lisa
Monsters & Critics.com
A
great review for this book, from the development
of the basics to the philosophy of knitting, to
the ease of using it as a reference book.
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Museum of
Kitschy Stitches
Humor, vintage patterns
Stitchy McYarnpants (alter
ego - name
of Debbie Brisson's blog)
Some reviews said:
Knitaholic’s needling will have you in
‘Stitches’
After reading 36 year old Debbie Brisson's blog ,
Debbie Stoller (Stitch 'N Bitch) approached her
about a book
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Mason-Dixon Knitting
The
curious knitter's guide
Gardiner, Kay, & Shayne, Ann
Two
women met online on a knitting forum and started
to write a knitting blog together
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Knitters',
Crocheters', Weavers', & Spinners' Travel Guide
2006
Directory of yarn shops and guilds in the US
Merin, Michele
adn.com
Catherine Hollingsworth writes that this is a
"must-have" book.
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Wendy Knits
Memoir, tips, techniques
Johnson, Wendy
Wendy parlayed her blog into a book.
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Handknit Holidays : Knitting Year-Round for
Christmas, Hanukkah and Winter Solstice
Probably best for intermediate knitters
Falick, Melanie ,
former editor of Interweave Knits
One
review mentioned that this
book will inspire you to get a head start on
projects to make.
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Maran Illustrated Knitting and Crocheting
Textbook- like, written
using "visual grammer" with lots of photographs
marganGraphics Development Group
Ardeana Hamlin at
the Bangor Daily News wrote another wonderful
review, "Beginner book helps develop knit wit"
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Designer Knitting
Features classic styles that author made and models.
Bartholomew, Kitty
The
neat part about this book is the fact that Kitty
Bartholomew hopes to inspire others to make
what's right for themselves.
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Knitting out of Africa
Inspired by African heritage, sweater pattern
book for experienced knitters
Isager,Marianne
Ardeana Hamlin "Holidays yield craft ideas
perfect for Christmas 2006," article,
told how this book has beautiful challenging
sweater patterns inspired by the region.
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DVD
- The Art of Knitting
DVDs
aids knitting know-how
Basic instruction skills
One
review
said that this can replace "how to" guides because
it helps for you to "see" someone knitting and
you can learn from that. Also says that poor
quality a times but still recommends.
"Two
Knitting DVD s get two thumbs up," from one reviewer
who
really likes this DVD, both for the instructions
as well as the spiritual side and music to knit
by.
Upon
looking at Amazon though, there is caution
because of some poor reviews
Also, you might want to check out the great
knitting videos on You-Tube.
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Knit Lit the Third
Brings the solitary experience of knitting to
life with over 70 personal knitting stories.
Roghaar, Linda
knitlit.com
There
is a common thread/yarn that runs throughout
which makes you relate to each
one's story, when they talk about knitting and
what it means or how it began for them.
I
received KnitLit (too) for Christmas,
it's a good read that you can pick up and read
little bits at a time.
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For
the Love of Knitting
Personal essays & stories pay tribute to
knitting
Cornell, Kari, editor
This
is another Christmas present I received! It has
many sources and is wonderful reading about
knitting!
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Knit
Now (Pretty Simple Stuff)
This book comes with a set of knitting needles
and some yarn to practice with.
Bryant, Megan
A review in
chicagoparent,
by Judy Belanger ,
said that the " Book
offers indoor activities for cold days." I agree
with her advice about using heavier wool for a
first time knitter.
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Colorful Stitchery : 65 Hot Embroidery Projects
to Personalize Your Home
New
spin on traditional stitchery
Nicholas, Kristin
seattletimes
"Next big thing after knitting? Embroidery"..
the Source/ link article written by
Seattle Times desk editor
Sandy Dunham,
reviews
this book.
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Knit
One, Felt Too: Discover the magic of knitted
felt with 25 easy patterns
Unexpected Knitting
The Knitting Experience
Reader's Digest Knitter's Handbook
A Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Two Sweaters for my father
A
step by step guide to knitting and then felting.
Taylor, Kathleen
When
an author interviewed a
knitting guild to get their suggestions for
good knitting books - there were so many
titles!
Two that I currently have an interest in
reading..the one on felting, because I
recently
tried felting for the first time and Vogue
because when I read knitting blogs there are
many references to this book.
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Knitting to Go Deck
Portable deck
in a slipcase of 25 card patterns
Percival, Kris
This might
be just the answer for making it easier to carry
a pattern with you.
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The
Knitting Answer Book
"How
to" book in the Q & A format
Radcliffe, Margaret
roanoke.com
In the Source/ link
article, "Author offers purls of knitting
wisdom," Radcliffe says that learning from
a friend is best.. This book is there for when
someone is not close at hand.
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New
Knits on the Block : A Guide to Knitting what
Kids Really Want
Not Another Teen Knitting Book
DYI Knitty Gritty Host writes her own book!
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The
Urban Knitter
New
ideas in knitting to inspire young knitters.
Chen, Lily
lilychin
Other books by
Lily Chen:
Knit and Crochet with Beads
Mosaic Magic, Afghans made easy (Crochet Treasury)
Lily Chen has helped to
publicize knitting with many guest appearances
on TV and at numerous fiber events. She continues to bring knitting to
everyone with this book.
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At
Knit's End: Meditations for Women who Knit too
much
Yarn
Harlot
Knitting Rules
Humorous, easy to read and
enjoy
Pearl-McPhee, Stephanie
yarnharlot.com
Other books by author:
Yarn Harlot : The Secret Life of a Knitter
knitting rules
seattlepi
This
source/ link article is called "Season's
readings: books to give knitters" - (Mother of
Purl and
Stitch n Bitch are also suggested)
mcall.com's review said that the, "Yarn Harlot's knit will
will leave you in stitches"
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1.
The Crochet Answer Book
2. Knit & Crochet Ponchos , Wraps,
Capes & Shrugs
This author is very
involved in all aspects, she still teaches
knitting and crocheting and hopes to help others
continue to learn.
Eckman, Edie
Two
books shown here are new, but there are also
Other books by Edie Eckman
A
review in The Augusta Free Press stated that the "Author highlights benefits of
knitting, crocheting"
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Knitting Heaven and Earth
Healing the Heart with Craft
Lydon, Susan Gordon
She
is also the author of "The Knitting Sutra"
Susan Gordon Lydon, passed away July, 2005 from
cancer. She was 61 years old.
Since the book's title has
Knitting AND Heaven in it, how could I resist?
But seriously, this is a soul searching book by
a woman who found her true passion in life,
knitting and writing.
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Dyeing to Knit
Dyeing
your own yarn, Design and Patterns
Eskesen, Elaine
She owns a Yarn shop in Maine:
pinetreeyarns
Sure makes me want to go there and see all that
luscious yarn!
Great review/ interview
by Hannah Merker, "Magic of Color, Creativity
Collide in Knitting Guide," in the entertainment
section of mainetoday.com
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Hollywood Knits :30 Original Suss Designs
Swedish born fashion
designer in Hollywood, has also opened a NYC
shop.
sussdesign
Cousins, Suss
Also by Suss Cousins, "Hollywood Knits Style"
An
Interview with Susanne Cousins, "Suss,"
stated that she
designed for "Dr. Suess: How the Grinch Stole
Christmas," as well as for "Friends," and
the "Cosby
Show."
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Knitting Into the Mystery : A Guide to the
Shawl-Knitting Ministry
Praying & Knitting for
those in need.
Izard, Susan S.
Here's a great site with directions (not to be
used for profit):
shawlministry
Rev. Kelly Clem, pastor of Hopesprings United Methodist Church in
Decatur, Alabama, recommends this book.
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Second Time Cool :
The Art of chopping up a Sweater
Hands on - change
knitted items. Basic "how to" create a unique
style.
Ivarsson, Anna-stina
Linden
Once again, Ardeana Hamlin
of
bangornews writes a
great review for Second Time Cool (2nd in
article)
In the same article, she also reviews:
Funky Knits
This may not appeal
to everyone but shows different ways to
"recycle" knitted items.
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5/26/2006
AlterKnits : Imaginative Projects and Creativity
Exercises
One Skein
Gives alternatives for different ways to come up
with knitted items!
Young adult oriented projects
Radford, Leigh
Challenging one's
creativity sounds like one could end up with
very unique and fun items!
Looking stylish doesn't mean you have to spend a
lot of money.
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Knitter's Stash : Favorite
patterns from America's yarn shops
Odd
Ball Knitting : Creative uses for leftover yarn
Local Yarn shops across
America are featured with pictures and the story
behind their pattern.
Do you have yarn left over from your projects?
Then this is the book for you.
edited by
Albright, Barbara
Albright, Barbara, Author for Odd Ball Knitting
July 6, 2006
I am sorry to see
that Barbara Albright passed away at age 51 of a
brain tumor
boston.com
wtnh.com
Great book to own and have
on hand. If not for the patterns, then for the
feeling of walking into a wonderful yarn shop
all the time!
Helps to dwindle your stash sometimes, this book
may come in handy, if you are so inclined.
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No Idle Hands : The Social History
of American Knitting
From Colonial knitters to beyond Elizabeth
Zimmermann (see
Knitting Without Tears below)
Macdonald, Anne
countytimes.com
The author of "Hip Knit Hats"
(see
Cathy Caron below) read this book, while
researching wartime knitting and found it very
inspiring.
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Mother of Purl ...Fun and Fabulous Designs at
Hollywood's Knitting Circle
Practical tips, photos and instructions, talks
about "social knitting" --- "Sip & Knit"
Eig, Edith
"Knit One, Purl One" on DIY Network
diynetwork
seattletimes
contactmusic - scarf
from BIll Murray movie, "Lost in Translation" is
also in Mother of Purl book.
Chicago Sun Times called Edith Eig the "knitting guru to the
stars"
Seattle Times article, "Knitting Book Drops
Names, gives
Free Pattern
directions for a "Very Sex & the
City" scarf
Not a book but Knit
Lite Knitting Needles
Makes it easy to
knit in the dark!
Edith Eig's (Mother
of Purl) husband
invented "Knit Lite" needles.
Read about them in
NY Times:
aknitterieparisienne.com
You can buy Knit Lite needles
here:
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Knitting Without Tears
"The" Original, "you can do it (knit)" book.
(written in the 70's, still in print today)
Zimmermann, Elizabeth
More by Eliz Zimmermann
schoolhouse
press
(This is owned &
operated by Meg Swansen, Elizabeth Zimmermann's
daughter)
The
author's obsession and love of knitting is
contagious!
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Stitch 'n Bitch
Crochet
Brand New, the "how to" for Crochet!
Stoller, Debbie
If she writes this the way she wrote for
knitting, then it's gotta be good!
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Knitting for Dogs
Knit projects for your dog and you!
Porter, Kristi
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Hip Knit Hats
Hats, what else? Knit to fit.
Carron, Cathy
countrytimes.com
Abigail Leab Martin of Litchfield County Times
writes a great interview with author, Cathy
Carron. She talks about
No Idle Hands book
(listed above)
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Dogs in Knits
Knitting for you and your dog!
Swartz, Judith
bellaonline.com
Great interview with Author who is also an
Editor, Designer and has written other books, as
well
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Wrap Style : Innovative to Traditional
"Book has clever patterns for wraps"
Allen, Pam; Bud, Ann
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Teen Knitting Club
Fun for teens to knit
Wenger, Jennifer; Abrams, Carol; &
Lasher,Maureen
IT! Magazine Online
Reviewed by a youth correspondent
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A Good Yarn
Fiction -
2nd in series, knitting class in shop
Macomber, Debbie
debbiemacomber
Cute again, this time making socks, pattern
included
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Knit Along with Debbie Macomber
Knit along with the characters from her 2 books
Macomber, Debbie
2 pattern books to knit along with her 2 knitting novels. Sounds
like fun
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The Shop on Blossom Street
Fiction story -Meet in knitting class at LYS
Macomber, Debbie
debbiemacomber
A fun read, with a baby blanket pattern
included.
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Stitch 'n Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook
Stitch 'n Bitch
A Knitter's Design Journal
"How to" Guide
A
Journal to keep your knitting notes
Stoller, Debbie
angelaraeknits blogspot.com gives a great
review of this journal. Watch out though, she'll
make you want to go right out and buy it!:)
Great overall book for knitters. Started the
movement for groups to get together in coffee
shops, etc. and SnB!
Add
your knitting/craft group to KnitHeaven's
listings:
KHgroups
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Stitch 'n Bitch Nation
2nd "how to", encompasses the nation
Stoller, Debbie
Didn't think it could be as good as the first
one, but it is!
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Died in the Wool
Fiction-Mystery for Knitters
Kruger, Mary
The South Coast Today, MA
This is a knitting murder mystery!
If
you're interested in more fiction books that
include knitting look here:
KH/fiction.htm
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Flying Geese & Partridge Feet
Patterns that were passed down from generation
to generation are now written down
Hansen, Robin
csmonitor.com 1989 Archive article from The
Christian Science Monitor, Folklore in the Palm
of your Hands, Mittens with a Past.
Maine woman
self-declared ``mitten folklorist'' went around
Maine talking to people about mitten patterns
that were passed down by word of mouth. Found
commonality with fox and geese in Northern
Region, US, Canada, and Sweden.
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