The ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber. It describes in detail how each element of a yarn fiber, ply, dye, method of spinning, etc can affect your finished project. This 2009 hardcopy book with a dust jacket has 207 pages, almost all of which have color photos or black and white graphs. Here, she describes the qualities that make yarn suitable for sock knitting, explores the different types of fibers that can be used in sock yarn, and analyzes stitches and stitch patterns commonly used in sock knitting. Clara parkes this definitive guide to wool explores what makes wool so dynamic explaining the differences between breeds of sheep, processing and much more. The stunning colorwork scarf that you cant wear because the yarn feels like. The ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber by clara parkes 200910 hardcover 4. The delicate baby sweater that started pilling before it even came off the needles. Parkes helps knitters understand how wool behaves and how particular yarns can be used in knitting. Michelle edwards is an author and illustrator of many awardwinning books for children, one book for adults, and nearly one hundred essays and cards for knitters.
The knitters book of wool oxfam gb oxfams online shop. We believe in a diverse and inclusive knitting community in which all are welcome. Knitting, free knitting patterns, knitting yarn, knitting. How its made, who makes it, how it gets to you, and what it longs to become. We selected each of these designs with minimalism in mind, so that the process. The knitter caters for skilled knitters with more than 10 challenging patterns in each issue. Each skein weights 200 grams 4 times the standard weight.
Wendy bernard applied the same paradigm shift in two more books. Clara parkes is the author of two of my favorite informationpattern knitting books. Hardcover published in october 2009 by potter craft. Named one of the 50 best summer reads of all time by readers digest a life entwined in yarn might mystify those who dont knit, but anyone versed in the language of skeins and cables will sigh with envy over clara parkess new memoir. In this complete guide to wool the most popular yarn around passionate wool expert clara parkes translates the vast world of sheep and their wool into the language and context of knitting. In this complete guide to wool the most popular yarn around passionate wool expert clara parkes translates the vast. The knitters book of wool the ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber book. Oct 16, 2007 the knitter s book of yarn will teach you everything you need to know about yarn. The knitters book of stretches written by a lifelong knitter, teacher and yoga student, the 7 exercises in this booklet will soothe. The knitter has beautiful, original patterns and inspiration from worldclass designers. Knitlandia doesnt have any patterns, but thats not the point.
But above all, this collection was created for you, dear knitter. We offer a variety of yarn from manufacturers such as rowan, classic elite, interweave, vogue, and more. Parkes approaches the topic of socks in the same manner as her previous works, making this book a must have for any sock knitter. This book, as well as parkess earlier the knitters book of yarn, should be the goto source for information and guidance for anyone who uses yarn. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most. The knitter s book of wool brings specificity and clarity to these issues, which only makes sense, given the author. The knitters book of wool is available now at jimmy beans wool with free u. Clara parkes is an american author, yarn critic, and wool expert. The next time you pick up a skein, you wont have to wonder what to create with it. The knitter s book of wool the ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber.
Icelandic shawl from the cathare people kit icelandic. In the knitters book of wool and the knitters book of yarn, parkes educates knitters on the ins and outs of fiber and makes minutiae interesting. The ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber ebook written by clara parkes. Read the knitters book of wool the ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber by clara parkes available from rakuten kobo. Even if youre a longtime knitter, reading one of these will probably double your overall fibre knowledge. The ultimate guide to understanding, using and loving this most fabulous fiber. About the knitter s book of wool in this complete guide to wool the most popular yarn around passionate wool expert clara parkes translates the vast world of sheep and their wool into the language and context of knitting. Parkes describes icelandic sheep as a pure breed, not messed with genetically over the years. Our patterns arent just fabulous to look at, theyre enjoyable to make, with a few unusual techniques and intriguing ways with yarns for you to try.
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In the knitter s book of wool and the knitter s book of yarn, parkes educates knitters on the ins and outs of fiber and makes minutiae interesting. Overall, the knitter s book of yarn is a pretty helpful and interesting book. The knitter s book of wool the ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber book. The knitters book of wool toronto public library overdrive. The knitters book of yarn by clara parkes books on. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Yarn wool knitter knitting doll craft loom rope braided maker diy sewing tool ly. Here youll find the best from the archives, as well as current adventures. This definitive guide to wool explores what makes wool so dynamic explaining the differences between breeds of sheep, processing and much more.
Now in paperback named one of the 50 best summer reads of all time by readers digest a life entwined in yarn might mystify those who dont knit, but anyone versed in the language of skeins and cables will sigh with envy over clara parkess new memoir. The knitters book of wool book portland public library. The following errors have been discovered in the first printing of the knitters book of yarn. The knitting all around stitch dictionary and japanese stitches unraveled. I think this is especially useful to know for those of us living in the damp pacific. The knitters book of wool king county library system. The daily knitter offers free knitting patterns, knitting yarn, knitting instructions, knitting books, knitting stores, knitting articles, yarn shop directory, yarn company listing. Type to search products, categories, blog posts or videos. Our most known fiber, and definitely the most popular from we are knitters available in unique colors. The next time you pick up a skein, you wont have to wonder what to create. In the knitters book of wool, clara parkes thoughtfully explores what makes wool so dynamic explaining how differences between breeds of sheep, components of the wool fibre, the classification and processing of wool and many other factors contribute to. It serves as a guide for selecting yarn produced by the spinning technique most appropriate for the item to be knit. The knitters book of wool brings specificity and clarity to these issues, which only makes sense, given the author.
Knitters book of yarn by clara parks interview by kathryn vercillo part 1. The book takes the knitter from the sheeps initial shearing to the transformation of this wool into beautiful yarn. The knitters book of wool by clara parkes overdrive. In the knitters book of wool, clara parkes thoughtfully explores what makes wool so dynamic explaining how differences between breeds of sheep, components of the wool fibre, the classification and processing of wool and many other factors contribute to the finished yarn you hold in your hand. Read the knitter s book of wool the ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber by clara parkes available from rakuten kobo. The book that revolutionized the stitch dictionary by giving instructions for working patterns flat and in the round, and from the bottom up or the top down. Author of the knitters book of yarn and the knitters book of wool, clara parkes brings the same insightful knowledge to the art of knitting socks. Even better, it explained why each element would behave that way. Feb 02, 2011 the knitter s book of wool teaches you everything you need to know about wool and its journey from pasture to pullover. Chunky 100% natural wool from the andean highlands. The knitter s book of wool teaches you everything you need to know about wool and its journey from pasture to pullover.
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