Product Description

Honey, I shrunk your sweater? Accidentally machine washing an expensive sweater may not be grounds for divorce, but it can certainly boost one's stress level. And who could blame you? Once you had cashmere; now you have felt

In knitting circles, however, knitted felt is extremely desirable. Do a Google search for "felted knitting," and 3,000 sites show up! In response to this growing trend, Storey is proud to offer Knit One, Felt Too, the only book devoted exclusively to felted knitting.

Felted knitting is easy for beginners and is such an interesting technique that experienced knitters want to try it, too. The projects are quick, the techniques are easy, and the results are spectacular: colorful, thick, luxurious felt mittens, hats, socks, slippers, bags, toys, home accessories, and even Christmas stockings that make cool gifts or are great to keep yourself. An experienced knitter and all-around crafter who has written more than 500 articles for craft magazines, Kathleen Taylor teaches you everything you need to know about felted knitting techniques. No matter which project you decide to tackle, your success is guaranteed. Beginners appreciate the simple, quick-to-knit patterns on large needles. Experienced knitters are excited by the magic of the felting process and the beauty of the final productIn addition to featuring bright, fun colors and trendy designs, these projects include dozens of ideas for embellishment, using beads, embroidery, novelty yarns, felted balls, and needle felting.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #61809 in Books
• Brand: Workman Publishing
• Published on: 2003-11-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .51" h x 9.03" w x 8.76" l, 1.33 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

Features

• STO-74978
• 037038174977
• Brand New Item / Unopened Product
• Workman Publishing

From School Library Journal
Adult/High School-Many of these 25 patterns will appeal to teens. The thorough instructions and colorful photographs will entice any knitter (and some would-be knitters) to pick up a pair of needles and get started. Teen-friendly projects include colorful hats, beautiful bags, snuggly slippers, and a teddy bear. The illustrated glossary of terms is a great resource for new knitters.
Christine Jones, Fairfax County Public Library, VA
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From Booklist
As Taylor notes, it's disconcerting to shrink a sweater in the washer, but if you knit a loose, oversize garment and then shrink it on purpose, you have turned a wool object into felt. But it's not quite as simple as that. Some yarns and some brands felt more quickly, some need a few minutes in the washer, and others require three full cycles. Taylor offers 25 projects, first showing how to knit the item, then how to get the desired look. The projects are quite inventive, from toddler slippers shaped like bunnies to wine bags decorated with grapes. Taylor's enthusiasm combined with the straightforward instructions and eye-catching color photos will entice knitters. Ilene Cooper
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved

Review

“If you’re hesitant to try the inexact art of felting, this uplifting primer and pattern book will give you confidence in no time flat.” –Vogue Knitting

“Here’s a levelheaded but modern look at that beguiling new fad among knitters–felting.” –Interweave Knits

“In an engaging and encouraging voice, Kathleen Taylor covers all the basics of felting knitted projects…” –Interweave Knits

“Taylor’s enthusiam combined with the straightforward instructions and eye-catching color photos will entice knitters.” –Booklist

“Many of the projects are on-target for teens.” –Booklist

“...25 eye-catching projects...printed in a reader-friendly, quick reference chart form, and the clear instructions make this book the best choice for those new to the craft…all the projects are suitable for beginning or intermediate knitters.” –Library Journal

“The thorough instructions and colorful photographs will entice any knitter (and some would-be knitters) to pick up a pair of needles and get started…the illustrated glossary of terms is a great resource for new knitters. –School Library Journal

“With knitting so popular these days, this book by Kathleen Taylor will appeal to those looking for a new twist.” –Buffalo News

“…this books has easy and fun projects.” – Northwest Herald

“…simple directions…” – Northwest Herald