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Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2020
I am handknitting a Shawl from the book right now.Great book. Very advanced knitting, intriquit patterns.
Alice Luttbeg
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2019
I enjoy reading about designers and others associated with knitting.
RBFretty
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2018
Such a great resource of inspiration and great stories. I first read it from the library and then had to have my own copy for keeps!
Theresa Threadgill
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2016
One of the best knitting books among the many out there. Thank you!
Mary Kersey
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 13, 2015
beautiful book fantastic photos and a great read
Sara Kinzett
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 23, 2015
Wonderful concept, well done and the patterns reflect much thoughtfulnessl
C. Murray
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 29, 2015
Very interesting reference book. Very good patterns in it. I'm glad I bought it.
Mary Snellinger
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2015
The book had the pattern I have been searching for for years- an authentic Gansey. Plus a real surprise-- a wimple! I was unsuccessful with web searches but lo and behold this book had two variations of this elegant,classy accessory. There are many more 'wish and wants' that I hope to make before my knitting days are over.
Joyce B.
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2014
Love her books and style. Would buy again from this book vendor. Great used books.
Laura
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2004
Melanie Falick takes us on an amazing tour of some of the most influential people and places involved in American knitting. Melanie's wonderful profiles of knitwear designers, spinners, dyers, and breeders of fiber-producing animals and plants are accompanied by Chris Hartlove's spectacular photography. The photos are in natural settings, natural lighting and of natural people - mainly the designers themselves or their family and friends.The patterns go from slightly challenging to extremely challenging. But they will be worth the time and effort spent making them -- they are either so classic that they will never go out of style or so artful that they transcend fashion trends. They are mainly for women, but some are unisex and a few are for children. They are also mainly sweaters, but there are a couple shawls and handful of mittens.The lives and accomplishments of those profiled are truly inspiring. You will want to knit, spin, dye, design, or even raise some sheep!
Carol Peterson Hennekens
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2000
At first glance this is a terrific book. It features American knitters from all over the country -- very fun to see pictures of some of the designers and learn about them. There are also about 40 designs, some classic and some that are pretty out there. The photography is divine.Unfortunately, this book hasn't stood the test of time well for me. I tend to prefer knitting books that I refer to over and over again. This book lacks the quality of being a good reference for either technique or designing. I doubt that I look at more than once every six months.Bottom line -- if you can find a copy for a good price, a nice second tier addition to a knitting library. But if the budget is tight, there are many equally beautiful and much more useful books on the market.
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