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 Special Bonus for knitters!!
I always like to delight my customers with little surprises in their packages. Here's one you can request in advance, and enjoy the anticipation of receiving. (shown on left)
Info on placing Pre-orders:
- When you order upcoming books, please let me know in the Special Instructions Section of your order if you would like the books shipped as available, or all together to save on shipping charges.
- Note that charges are not processed until your order is being mailed.
- If there are backordered items, the charges are processed when the backorder is shipped.
List of upcoming books by category:
Upcoming Knitting Books
Boutique Knits,
Laura Irwin
Available October, 2008
$21.89 Cdn, $21.95 US
- Over 20 designs, using diverse knitting techniques and innovative styling for hats, scarves, gloves and more. A very creative book!
Cable Confidence,
Sara Louise Harper
Available July, 2008
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
- Cables add a wonderful texture to knitting, and are used in so many garment designs for a classic look. Learn how to read stitch charts, and work your way through the 14 projects to more complex garments.
Color Style,
Ann Budd, and Pam Allen
Available October, 2008
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
- From well-known designers including Véronik Avery, Mags Kandis, Deborah Newton, Kristin Nicholas, and Shirley Paden, there are over 20 designs ranging from traditional to trendy, Fair Isle to intarsia and slip-stitch. Also includes a Design Notebook chapter with lots of ideas and techniques for working with colour.
Custom Knits,
Wendy Bernard
Available August, 2008
$27.49 Cdn, $27.45 US
- For knitters who want to learn how to take that 'almost perfect' pattern, and make some re-design changes to make the style and fit perfect for them. There are 25 designs, most of which are knit from the top down, and in one piece. Learn how to change neckline shapings, add your own design details, and more!
Designing Custom Knits,
Vogue Knitting Magazine
NOTE this title has been postponed until later in the year
$29.89 Cdn, $29.95 US
- To be a master of your knitting, learning how to customize your knits is essential. Vogue Knitting has created a comprehensive guide covering altering existing patterns, sizing techniques from designers, several patterns for garments with idea variations, and a stitch pattern dictionary too.
Ethnic Knitting Exploration,
Donna Druchunas
Available October, 2008
$23.89 Cdn, $23.95 US
- The second book in a series on Ethnic knitting, learn how to design yoke, raglan and saddle shoulder sweaters, using colour or texture traditional patterning from Lithuania, Iceland and Ireland.
Free-Range Knitter,
Stephanie Pearl McPhee
Available September, 2008
$16.89 Cdn, $16.95 US
- Always humourous and engaging, author Stephanie Pearl McPhee once again has our attention and hearts, and entertains one and all with her insightful and hilarious stories about knitters and knitting.
French Girl Knits,
Kristeen Griffin Grimes
Available January, 2009
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
- Stunning garments with sophisticated styling, knit in luxurious yarns and most using seamless construction techniques. This is an exceptional collection presented in 4 sections: Enfant Sauvage (Wild Child), La Boutique Parisienne (A Vintage Dress Shop in Paris), Dans La Rue (Street Wear), and Creatrice (Creative Woman).
Glam Knits,
Stefanie Japel
Available September, 2008
$22.89 Cdn, $22.95 US
- Creating glamourous knits that fit is Stefanie Japel's specialty. Elegance and luxury yarns make this a stunning collection of garments - lots of great knitting techniques to learn too!
Have You Any Wool,
Jan Messent
Available September, 2008
$25.89 Cdn, $25.95 US
- High regarded for her creative knitted and crocheted characters, Jan Messent presents a great selection of animals and objects.
Heartfelt, The Dark House Collection,
Kim Hargreaves
Available July, 2008
$32.95 Cdn, $32.95 US
- This collection of stunning designs from Kim Hargreaves varies from simple elegant knits to feminine flares and lacy edges. There is a timeless design sensibility to these garments, making them a wearable and treasured knit in your wardrobe for years to come.
Icelandic Knitting,
Helene Magnusson
Available September, 2008
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
- The traditional Icelandic Rose motif is knit into the insoles of shoes for decoration and warmth. Using this motif the author has created 26 designs for sweaters for women, men and children - colourful and geometric in style.
Knit One Below,
Elise Duvekot
Available December, 2008
$19.89 Cdn, $19.95 US
- This book has a very intriguing title and book cover, and though the description is detailed, there is still an air of unusual mystery about it.
Knit To Be Square,
Vivian Hoxbro
Available September, 2008
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
- Modular squares are combined to create attention-getting geometric patterns that are then felted to create fabrics with great body. Projects include hats, bags, pillows, scarves and more.
Knitted Jackets,
Cheryl Oberle
Available December, 2008
$22.89 Cdn, $22.95 US
- 20 Jacket designs inspired by traditional textiles, and using a variety of styles. Techniques used vary from lacemaking, cabling, color work, and more. "Knitted Jackets takes the knitter on a world tour to find inspiration for incredibly beautiful creations that can be worn every day."
Knitted Lace of Estonia,
Nancy Bush
Available October, 2008
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
- The beauty and elegance of Estonian knitted lace is well-known to lace knitters, but this is the first book in English of patterns and detailed techniques. From the cover, this looks like an exceptionally beautiful book by Nancy Bush.
Knitting,
Jane Davis
Available June, 2008
$29.89 Cdn, $29.95 US
- A detailed guide to both knitting stitch patterns and techniques. Also includes patterns for knitting accessories and sweaters.
Knitting on Top of the World,
Nicky Epstein
Available November, 2008
$34.89 Cdn, $34.95 US
- Highly regarded for her many books on edgings and embellishments, in this new book she draws inspirations from worldwide knitting traditions to create elegant and elaborate designs using cables, lace intarsia and more. 40 designs including 'Celtic Pullover with braided twisted rib strips; a Snowflake Tunic from the Far North; a Felted Tyrolean Capelet with appliqué, cord, and balls; a Spanish Rose Pullover with lace accents; a colorful Peruvian skirt; and an oversized, zipped Navajo Blanket Jacket."
Knitting Socks with Handpainted Yarn,
Carol Sulcoski
Available January, 2009
$19.89 Cdn, $19.95 US
- Many people are totally enchanted with handpainted yarns, and using them for socks is a great way to show off all that lovely colour! There are challenges though, and the author helps you to use these yarns to best advantage with 20 patterns, and plentiful tips and techniques.
Shibori Knits,
Gina Wilde
Available September, 2008
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
- A fascinating merging of an ancient Japanese textile technique and modern day knitting/felting. Textural fabrics result where some knitted sections felt and others don't - bobbles, ruffles and sculptural effects.
Upcoming Spinning Books
Intentional Spinner,
Judith McKenzie McCuin
Available December, 2008
$26.89 Cdn, $26.95 US
- For the adventurous spinner, a book on understanding the structure of fibers, and how to creating the right yarn for your knitting or weaving project. A rich presentation of spinning history, techniques and understanding the craft.
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