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- More than 30 projects inspired by classic literatureLiterary Knits features 30 knitting patterns inspired by beloved characters from classic books; from Pride and Prejudice to Moby Dick, The Catcher in the Rye to The Chronicles of Narnia--and many more in between.Inspired by some of the most beloved characters from favorite books, including an elegant Daisy Cloche inspired by The Great Gatsby and a late '50s-inspired Holly Golightly Dress imagined from Breakfast at Tiffany's, the more than 30 knitting projects in this unique collection will inspire knitters and book lovers alike.Each knitting pattern includes precise instruction and robust information on yarn selection and substitutionBeautiful photography throughout offers ideas and inspiration for all ages and skill levels, including supporting photos for tricky or less commonly-known techniquesDiagrams, assembly instructions, and schematic illustrations ease completion of each projectA generous mix of knitting patterns for women, men, and kidsIf you're a book lover who knits, or a knitter with an appreciation for vintage patterns, Literary Knits is a timeless collection of one-of-a-kind knitting projects.
- About the Author: Nikol Lohr is the creator of The Thrifty Knitter (thriftyknitter.com) and author of Naughty Needles.
- 208 Pages
- Crafts + Hobbies, Needlework
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Features 30 knitting patterns inspired by beloved characters from classic booksBook Synopsis
More than 30 projects inspired by classic literatureLiterary Knits features 30 knitting patterns inspired by beloved characters from classic books; from Pride and Prejudice to Moby Dick, The Catcher in the Rye to The Chronicles of Narnia--and many more in between.
Inspired by some of the most beloved characters from favorite books, including an elegant Daisy Cloche inspired by The Great Gatsby and a late '50s-inspired Holly Golightly Dress imagined from Breakfast at Tiffany's, the more than 30 knitting projects in this unique collection will inspire knitters and book lovers alike.
- Each knitting pattern includes precise instruction and robust information on yarn selection and substitution
- Beautiful photography throughout offers ideas and inspiration for all ages and skill levels, including supporting photos for tricky or less commonly-known techniques
- Diagrams, assembly instructions, and schematic illustrations ease completion of each project
- A generous mix of knitting patterns for women, men, and kids
If you're a book lover who knits, or a knitter with an appreciation for vintage patterns, Literary Knits is a timeless collection of one-of-a-kind knitting projects.
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Inside, you'll find gorgeous knitting projects inspired by favorite literary characters from: The Great GatsbyWuthering HeightsAnna KareninaTess of the d'UrbervillesA Tree Grows in BrooklynMadame BovaryA Room with a ViewOne Hundred Years of SolitudePride and PrejudiceThe Sun Also RisesAnne of Green GablesThe Lord of the RingsMoby DickThe MetamorphosisOn the RoadThe Call of the WildA Tale of Two CitiesSlaughterhouse-FiveTo Kill a MockingbirdThe Tin DrumThe Golden CompassThe Lion, the Witch, and the WardrobeAnd More
About the Author
Nikol Lohr is the creator of The Thrifty Knitter (thriftyknitter.com) and author of Naughty Needles. She contributes to many knitting books and e-zines, including Alt Fiber, Craftzine.com, Knitty.com, Vampire Knits, and Pop Goes Crochet. She and her sites have appeared in Playboy, Glamour, New York Times, Cosmopolitan, Entertainment Weekly, Time Out New York, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, and others.
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