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The
Knitting Experience
Book
I: The Knit Stitch by Sally Melville.
This
book has a subtitle which says "inspiration & instruction".
How true...because this book is NOT just for new knitters.
Sally has taken the basic knit stitch and designed patterns
you have to see or execute to appreciate.
Her
inspiration goads the knitter to try and go out on your
own. Bend the rules, and knit outside the box.
I'm
certain that most knitters, of any level, can identify with
her forward that talks about "how knitting can change
your life". The meditations that she's included will
be a delight to knitters of all ages.
There
are 25 projects in the book for men, women and children
and it includes many size ranges. It includes the skills
you may need, and the details that are important. She constantly
is coaching and guiding you through.... and even provides
rescue techniques should you need them.
A great
many seasoned knitters have marveled over the Einstein Jacket.
You won't believe how Sally took garter stitch and architecturally
designed this jacket. There's also a Baby Einstein. The
Shape-It scarf is a beautiful pattern and so much fun to
make.
Her
choice of colors and yarn are beautifully reflected in the
amazing photography.
The
Knit Stitch is the first of a series of 5 books. The second
book, The Purl Stitch, recently became available. The last
three books planned for her series will focus on: color,
texture and design.
I project
that every passionate knitter will want all 5 in the series.
I have
taken my 2 books to Office Depot and had them spiral bound
for only $1.50 each. That way they lie open while you're
working :)
Respectfully
submitted,
Carol Hurt
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