Knitting on Top of the World: The Global Guide to Traditions, Techniques and Design - Couverture rigide

Epstein, Nicky

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1933027673 ISBN 13 : 9781933027678

Editeur : Sixth & Spring Books, 2008

Synopsis

Nicky Epstein's blockbuster Edge titles have sold more than 125,000 copies; now Nicky's giving devoted readers her most important and wide-ranging collection of patterns yet: a worldwide tour of knitting traditions and techniques, including colourwork, cables, lace, intarsia and more. She explains the origins and traditional uses of each one and then goes on to reinvigorate and recombine all these beloved styles in her inimitable way. The result: over 40 all-new, innovative designs collected in an attractively designed book with a handy ribbon marker. There's a Celtic Pullover with braided twisted rib strips; a Snowflake Tunic from the Far North; a Felted Tyrolean Capelet with applique, cord and balls; a Spanish Rose Pullover with lace accents; a colorful Peruvian skirt; and an oversized, zipped Navajo Blanket Jacket. Colourful maps and historical photographs make this collection a visual treat, as well as an invaluable tool for knitters seeking new inspiration.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Nicky Epsteins blockbuster Edge titles have sold more than 125,000 copies; shes a needlework star whose every book is eagerly anticipated and snatched up. Now Nickys giving devoted readers her most important and wide-ranging collection of patterns yet: a worldwide tour of knitting traditions and techniques, including colourwork, cables, lace, intarsia and more. She explains the origins and traditional uses of each one and then goes on to reinvigorate and recombine all these beloved styles in her inimitable way. The result: over 40 all-new, innovative designs collected in an attractively designed book with a handy ribbon marker. Theres a Celtic Pullover with braided twisted rib strips; a Snowflake Tunic from the Far North; a Felted Tyrolean Capelet with applique, cord, and balls; a Spanish Rose Pullover with lace accents; a colorful Peruvian skirt; and an oversized, zipped Navajo Blanket Jacket. Colorful maps and historical photographs make this collection a visual treat, as well as an invaluable tool for knitters seeking new inspiration.

Biographie de l'auteur

Nicky Epstein is a knitwear designer, author of numerous bestselling books on knitting, and a popular teacher who travels nationally and internationally to lecture and give workshops on knitting technique. In 2005, she received a prestigious award from The National NeedleArts Association, and a year later her work was featured in a retrospective fashion show at the Museum of Arts and Design in New York City. She lives in New York, NY.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Sixth & Spring Books
• Date d'édition: 2008
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1933027673
• ISBN 13: 9781933027678
• Reliure: Relié
• Numéro d'édition: 1
• Nombre de pages: 200
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible