Literary 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.
Table des matières
Preface viiiPrologue 1
Substitutions 1
Tips & Tricks 2
The Knitting Bag 8
i Knit 10
1
In Which We Knit Women’ s
Accessories 12
Catherine Bed Socks 15
Kitty Muff 19
Francie Nolan Tam 25
Katie Rommely
Gaiters 29
Meg Mittens 33
Jo Mittens 38
Daisy Cloche 43
Tess Fingerless Gloves 48
2
In Which We Knit Women’ s
Shawls and Garments 52
Emma Shawl 55
Elizabeth Bennet Summer
Blouse 61
Galadriel Hooded Dress 67
Meme Shawl 75
Lucy Honeychurch Shawl 81
Jane Eyre Shawl 84
Lady Brett Ashley
Pullover 91
Anne Shirley Puff-Sleeve Top 963
3
In Which We Knit for Men 100
Ishmael Sweater 103
Gregor Sweater 111
Sal Paradise Vest 117
John Thornton
Scarf 123
Sydney Carton Cowl 127
Dorian Gray
Fingerless Gloves 133
Billy Pilgrim Socks 138
4
In Which We Knit for Children 142
Laura Pinafore 145
Oskar Pullover 149
Edmund Crown/Hat 155
Lyra Hood 159
Scout
Cardigan 167
Phoebe Coat 172
Eppie Bonnet 177
Epilogue 181
Special Techniques 181
Recommended Reading 193
Yarn & Materials Resources 194
Abbreviations 197
Index 198
About the Author 200
A propos de l’auteur
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.Plus d’ebooks du même auteur(s) / Éditeur
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