Inspired to Knit: Creating Exquisite Handknits (Paperback)

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"There is so much and such deep information in this book you really need to read it to get the full impact . . . you will learn a great deal."  —Knitty.com

"A lovely book that should inspire designers and want-to-be designers alike."  —  About.com Guide to Knitting

"If you are an advanced knitter looking for sophisticated and feminine designs that could have stepped out of an Anthropologie catalogue . . . Inspired to Knit is the knitting book for you."  —Blogcritics.com

"The mini-workshops along with thoughtful pattern design just beg knitting groups to dive in with their own interpretations."  —Monsters and Critics.com

"Exquisite."  —Yarn Market News

"If you are looking for knitting inspiration . . . look no farther."  —Bangor Daily News

"5 out of 5 possible stars. This is a fantastic book."  —Knitting News

"Wonderfully presented, beautifully photographed, and well written. This book will certainly become a core to a knitter's design library."  —Knit 'N Style

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Four mini workshops with 24 patterns and spectacular photography in this compilation help knitters think creatively, find inspiration in their surroundings, and shape those elements into garment design. Stunning patterns are arranged by season, reflecting the colors and beauty of nature that inspire feminine designs. From an amber-beaded cardigan that captures the feeling of hay fields drying in the sun to a long, belted coat with a spray of coral roses inspired by flowers in local markets to an intarsia jacket that evokes memories of a fall hike in a forest, each pattern is rich with color, detailing, and romantic knitting style. The design workshops throughout this guidebook challenge knitters to find inspiration in their surroundings, build color palettes, swatch creatively through knitting and sketching, and finesse their style and fit.

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Product Details Paperback: 152 pages Publisher: Interweave Press (June 1, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 1596680415 ISBN-13: 978-1596680418 Product Dimensions: 9 x 8.9 x 0.5 inches Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #31,838 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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rep row, repeat rows, lace border, lower skirt, upper skirt, rep rnd, body width, sts total removed, front edge sts, bobble band, companion yarnover, right front dart, patt rep box, working new sts, cir needle, skirt chart, rep the shaping, seed sts, sts rem, selvedge sts, pwise wyb, side seam markers, straight selvedge, sew sleeve caps into armholes, smaller straight needles

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Work Rnds, Fair Isle, Body Diamond, Lace Insert, Super Fine, Baroque Crochet Cotton Size, Sleeve Diamond, Diamond Sts, Front Sts

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 58 of 58 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars lovely and romantic, July 7, 2008 By  Bombay Lover (Longview, Texas) - See all my reviews I was completely blown away by this book. Her designs are a vision of romance and elegance. I want to make almost every single one, a rare occurence as most knitters know. She also gives guidance for designing patterns yourself in a conceptual way but I do not know if I could ever equal her exquisite creations. The yarns are also listed with their cyca weights so substitutions should be much easier. Instantly became one of my favorite books. Classic romance a la Lauren by Ralph Lauren or Laura Ashley. Vintage Beauty!!!! Also, there is a realistic size range. Bust measurements can go from XS to 2X-3x so the patterns should be accessible to more people. 30 of 30 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Truly Inspirational!!!, July 17, 2008 By  annb27 "annbknit" (Henderson, NV USA) - See all my reviews When I first saw the "Lily of the Valley Shrug" I knew I had to have this book and I was not let down. After viewing all her lovely knits, it was hard to decide what to knit first... from the snowdrift cardigan and the winter wonderland coat to the victorian lace blouse and the pieces de resistance "Wedding Ensemble" which deserves a glowing review in itself. The yarn choices are endless and run the gamut from #10 crochet cotton sleeve trims to super bulky wool! From gorgeous silks to luscious alpacas, cotton blends, yes, she has it all. Some of the designs use two or more different wt yarns in the same design, adding just that extra touch. Challenging??? Yes, but who doesn't like a little challenge? I am going for it and will enjoy the whole trip and what a trip it is!!!! 24 of 24 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Just what you are looking for, September 5, 2008 By  Bonnie "knitting gal" (Madison, WI) - See all my reviews I wanted to knit myself a winter coat, but was having trouble finding just the right pattern. One day in my local yarn store I saw this book and flipped through it. When I saw the Winter Wonderland Coat I knew I had found my pattern and it was worth the price of the book just to have it. Once I got the book home I was delighted to discover that in this book I had so much more. All of the patterns are so beautiful and the design ideas are truly inspiring. Before buying this book, I never would have considered designing something of my own, but now I am sure that I will. I am making good progress on my coat and it has been a delight to knit. Sometimes with a larger project boredom sets in and I find a need to work on something different to give myself a break. This coat has so much variety that I never get bored...rather I am always anxious to get back to it. And now I won't mind when the weather turns cooler!		Ad feedback   Most Recent Customer Reviews 5.0 out of 5 stars Truly an Inspiration to Knit! The cover of this book caught my eye..The beauty of the featured "Snowdrift" sweater is indescribable.. Read more Published 26 days ago by Knittyknoggin 5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book Beautiful patterns, but also instruction how to work with the yarn/pattern, not against it. I am very pleased with this book. Read more Published 4 months ago by D. Heinz 5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant! Now this book lives up to it's title, not only a visual treat, but you want to cast on to several of the projects at once. Published 5 months ago by D. Rock 5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book Even if you are new to knitting, this book should be in your "knitting library". It is well-written, really fun to read, and has unique projects that aren't the same old thing... Read more Published 7 months ago by M. Brendemuehl 4.0 out of 5 stars Do you feel the lure of the cardigan on the cover? Then read this I bought the book for one single reason: The beautiful cardigan on the cover. I do not regret my purchase but want to point out that the zipper does not look so good where it... Read more Published 8 months ago by Leserin 5.0 out of 5 stars I was obsessed to knit...... There's sizing for all knitwits in this book. I just finished the Winter Wonderland coat and it is absolutely beautiful..... Read more Published 8 months ago by Knitwit 5.0 out of 5 stars Inspired to Knit This is a beautiful book. The title tells it all. The projects are truely inspired. Lots of thought and creativity went into these projects. Read more Published 9 months ago by Evonne 5.0 out of 5 stars BUY IT NOW!!! a WONDERFUL book. I want to knit almost every sweater, really! Usually I can only find 2 or 3 sweaters in a book that I really like--oh my goodness, I like almost each one. Read more Published 10 months ago by H. McDonald 5.0 out of 5 stars Win - Win All Around Have you ever picked up a knitting book and said "Ooh, I like that, and that, and that.."? For me, this is one of those books. Read more Published 11 months ago by Tina Martinez 2.0 out of 5 stars Not for everyone I bought this based primarily on the multi-starred reviews and now I feel compelled to contribute a dissenting opinion. Read more Published 12 months ago by AknonymousKnitter Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Paperback: 152 pages
• Publisher: Interweave Press (June 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1596680415
• ISBN-13: 978-1596680418
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 8.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #31,838 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

58 of 58 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars lovely and romantic, July 7, 2008

By	Bombay Lover (Longview, Texas) - See all my reviews

I was completely blown away by this book. Her designs are a vision of romance and elegance. I want to make almost every single one, a rare occurence as most knitters know. She also gives guidance for designing patterns yourself in a conceptual way but I do not know if I could ever equal her exquisite creations. The yarns are also listed with their cyca weights so substitutions should be much easier. Instantly became one of my favorite books. Classic romance a la Lauren by Ralph Lauren or Laura Ashley. Vintage Beauty!!!! Also, there is a realistic size range. Bust measurements can go from XS to 2X-3x so the patterns should be accessible to more people.

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly Inspirational!!!, July 17, 2008

By	annb27 "annbknit" (Henderson, NV USA) - See all my reviews

When I first saw the "Lily of the Valley Shrug" I knew I had to have this book and I was not let down. After viewing all her lovely knits, it was hard to decide what to knit first... from the snowdrift cardigan and the winter wonderland coat to the victorian lace blouse and the pieces de resistance "Wedding Ensemble" which deserves a glowing review in itself.

The yarn choices are endless and run the gamut from #10 crochet cotton sleeve trims to super bulky wool! From gorgeous silks to luscious alpacas, cotton blends, yes, she has it all. Some of the designs use two or more different wt yarns in the same design, adding just that extra touch.

Challenging??? Yes, but who doesn't like a little challenge? I am going for it and will enjoy the whole trip and what a trip it is!!!!

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just what you are looking for, September 5, 2008

By	Bonnie "knitting gal" (Madison, WI) - See all my reviews

I wanted to knit myself a winter coat, but was having trouble finding just the right pattern. One day in my local yarn store I saw this book and flipped through it. When I saw the Winter Wonderland Coat I knew I had found my pattern and it was worth the price of the book just to have it. Once I got the book home I was delighted to discover that in this book I had so much more. All of the patterns are so beautiful and the design ideas are truly inspiring. Before buying this book, I never would have considered designing something of my own, but now I am sure that I will. I am making good progress on my coat and it has been a delight to knit. Sometimes with a larger project boredom sets in and I find a need to work on something different to give myself a break. This coat has so much variety that I never get bored...rather I am always anxious to get back to it. And now I won't mind when the weather turns cooler!