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Reach the summit of knitted style! Attain new knitting heights with this dazzling volume of 30 patterns for cold-weather knits inspired by the favorite gear of renowned ski and snowboarding athletes—including Picabo Street, Tommy Moe, Lindsey Jacobellis, and Jayson Hale—and designed by such noted knitwear designers as Sally Melville, Martin Storey, and Edie Eckman. In addition, this beautifully photographed and lavishly illustrated collection includes illuminating essays on knitting and winter sports. Knitters at all skill levels will appreciate the guide to fibers for cold-weather knitting and the detailed section of essential techniques. So whether you’re a dedicated skier or snowboarder who loves to spend time on the slopes, a lodge lover who wants chic après ski wear, or anyone looking to ward off a chill wind, you’re sure to love these stylish knits!
BRAD SWONETZ is a portrait, fashion, and lifestyle photographer based in San Diego, California. He spends his spare time traveling, surfing, rock climbing, and knitting.
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LAURA ZANDER
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STITCH MOUNTAIN o 30 WARM KNITS FOR CONQUERING THE COLD
LAURA ZANDER is the co-founder and co-owner of Jimmy Beans Wool (jimmybeanswool.com), which was named by Inc. magazine as one of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. for five years (2009 through 2013), and in partnership with Red Heart is the official yarn supplier to the U.S. Olympic Snowboarding and Freeskiing teams. She and her husband, Doug, were both dot-com software engineers in Silicon Valley before moving to the Lake Tahoe area and opening their brick-and-mortar and online yarn and fabric business in Reno, Nevada. Laura is also the author of Knit Red, Sew Red, and Crochet Red (all published by Sixth&Spring Books), which she conceived and wrote as part of her Stitch Red initiative to support The Heart Truth® Foundation to raise awareness and funds to fight heart disease.
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LAURA ZANDER
CONQUERING THECOLD
PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRAD SWONETZ
30WARM KNITS FOR LAURA ZANDER PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRAD SWONETZ
Stitch Mountain is a collection of 30 gorgeous cold-weather knits inspired by the treasured winter garments and accessories sported by celebrated skiers and snowboarders on and off the slopes. Photographed in the dramatic snowy landscapes of Squaw Valley and Lake Tahoe, these unique projects, designed by leading knitwear designers, include stylish and cozy hats, mittens, scarves, sweaters, and more. Of course, you don’t have to be a competitive athlete, or even a weekend warrior, to knit or wear these designs—anyone who wants to look great while warding off a cold snap will enjoy them! The essays on knitting and winter sports highlight the important connections between them, while the fiber guide and knitting know-how at the back of the book will appeal to knitters at all skill levels. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of Stitch Mountain will be donated to the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Team Foundation to support year-round athlete training, development, competition, and educational needs.