The Knitter's Book of Yarn: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing, Using, and Enjoying Yarn
by Clara Parkes
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Author: Clara ParkesBrand: Random House
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-10-16
ISBN: 0307352161
Number of pages: 256
Publisher: Potter Craft
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- 9780307352163
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Book Reviews of The Knitter's Book of Yarn: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing, Using, and Enjoying Yarn
Book Review: A Must for Your Knitting Collection
Summary: 5 Stars
Clara has done a fabulous job consolidating and clearly presenting yarn and pattern information to the reader. This is the first book I bought yard for the project and finished the project. Usually, I'm attracted to the yarn (touch, feel, color, etc) and have the fun challenge of finding a pattern to suit.
I've knit 3 pair of the Maine Morning Mitts and am planning on 2 more. I love that this pattern calls for a single skein of Noro. The mitts are beautiful, warm and everyone loves them. The pattern has been perfect for holiday gifts as it knits up quickly and burns down my stash.
I used a single skein of bulky brown sheep to create longer mitts. I used a skein of chunky handspun to create a more manly version.
The wonderful thing about this book is that it really teaches you how the yarn should behave as associated to a pattern. Why do you need a somewhat drapey pattern for Alpaca? Why don't you wear the Alpaca sweater much (it's a SUPER warm fiber)? It has also given me a good deal to mull over for my spinning.
I'm very happy that Ms. Parkes has left the techno world for the yarn world. From one techie/crafter to another, Thanks!
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