Fall 09 Books from STC Craft | Melanie Falick Books Reversible Knitting 50 Brand-New, Groundbreaking Stitch Patterns + 20 Projects from Top Designers by lynne barr photographs by thayer allyson gowdy In this trailblazing volume, groundbreaking designer Lynne Barr (author of the sensational Knitting New Scarves) presents 50 completely new and neverbefore-seen reversible stitch patterns, plus 20 reversible projects, designed by Barr and 12 other top designers, including Véronik Avery, Norah Gaughan, Teva Durham, Pam Allen, Cat Bordhi, Lily Chin, and Wenlan Chia. An in-depth reference section completes this totally original work. 250 color photographs, 192 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", hardcover. ISBN: 978-1-58479-805-7 US$29.95 CAN$38.95 Available: October
One More Skein 30 Quick Projects to Knit by leigh radford photographs by john mulligan “Two needles and one (or one more) skein of yarn— the possibilities never cease to amaze me,” writes Leigh Radford in the introduction to her new book. One More Skein features 30 diverse projects that can be completed with one or two average-sized skeins of yarn or multiple bits of stash yarn—hats, mitts, bags, baby clothes, jewelry, pillows, and much more. From the author of One Skein, AlterKnits, and AlterKnits Felt.
Kata Golda’s Hand-Stitched Felt 25 Whimsical Sewing Projects by kata golda; photographs by frank white In Kata Golda’s Hand-Stitched Felt, Kata Golda shows crafters of all skill levels how to make 25 of the irresistibly charming, stylish, and sweetly imperfect felt toys and home items for which she is celebrated worldwide. Ranging from finger puppets and photo “brag” books to messenger bags and blankets, most of these projects can be completed in an hour or less. Step-by-step instructions and templates, plus adorable photos and handdrawn illustrations, make each project simple to replicate. 60 color photographs, 65 illustrations, 128 pages, 8 1/4 x 8 1/4", paperback with flaps. ISBN: 978-1-58479-798-2 US$19.95 CAN$25.95 Available: October
65 color photographs, 128 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", paperback with flaps. ISBN: 978-1-58479-802-6 US$19.95 CAN$25.95 Available: September
Knitted Socks East and West 30 Designs Inspired by Japanese Stitch Patterns by judy sumner; photographs by yoko inoue In Knitted Socks East and West, sock expert Judy Sumner presents a collection of 30 exquisite pairs of socks inspired by Japanese stitch patterns (most unknown to Western knitters until now). Whether short or long, fine or bulky, simple or complex, each of the designs is beautiful and intriguing to knit. Includes step-by-step text and easy-to-read charts along with illustrated directions for the new Japanese-style stitchwork introduced. 60 color photographs, 144 pages, 7 3/4 x 9 1/4", paperback with flaps. ISBN: 978-1-58479-799-9 US$22.50 CAN$29.50 Available: September
Quilting for Peace Make the World a Better Place One Stitch at a Time More Than 25 Inspiring Essays & 15 Charity Projects by katherine bell; photographs by thayer allyson gowdy In this follow-up to STC’s bestselling Knitting for Peace, Katherine Bell profiles more than 25 individuals and organizations devoted to making quilts and other necessities for the needy and to support social causes. Also includes 15 projects and guidelines for quilters who want to contribute to an existing effort or establish a new one. 20 color photographs, 136 pages, 8 1/4 x 7 3/4", hardcover. ISBN: 978-1-58479-804-0 US$19.95 CAN$25.95 Available: October
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Clockwise from top left: Projects from Knitted Socks East and West, Quilting for Peace, Reversible Knitting, One More Skein, and Kata Golda’s Hand-Stitched Felt.
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