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30 knitting projects for women, men, and kids inspired by timeless literature
Literary Knits artfully brings together the worlds of knitting and literature with a collection of gorgeous projects that are evocative of favorite characters from classic books. From Wuthering Heights to The Great Gatsby, Pride and Prejudice to A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, the 30 projects found in Literary Knits offer ideas and inspiration for all ages and skill levels, with supporting photographs showcasing techniques unique to particular patterns.
Categorized by beautiful women's accessories, classic women's shawls and garments, unique projects for men, and adorable children's piecesand complemented with diagrams, assembly instructions, and schematic illustrations to ease completion of each projectyou'll knit and purl your way through two centuries of literature to create:
- Daisy Cloche
- Jo Mittens
- Tess Fingerless Gloves
- Emma Shawl
- Elizabeth Bennet Summer Blouse
- Galadriel Hooded Dress
- Sal Paradise Vest
- Gregor Sweater
- Scout Cardigan
- Eppie Bonnet
- And more
If you're a book lover who knits, or a knitter with an appreciation for unique designs, you'll love the timeless appeal and one-of-a-kind designs in Literary Knits.
Synopsis
More than 30 projects inspired by classic literatureLiterary 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.
Synopsis
Inside, you'll find gorgeous knitting projects inspired by favorite literary characters from:
- The Great Gatsby
- Wuthering Heights
- Anna Karenina
- Tess of the d'Urbervilles
- A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
- Madame Bovary
- A Room with a View
- One Hundred Years of Solitude
- Pride and Prejudice
- The Sun Also Rises
- Anne of Green Gables
- The Lord of the Rings
- Moby Dick
- The Metamorphosis
- On the Road
- The Call of the Wild
- A Tale of Two Cities
- Slaughterhouse-Five
- To Kill a Mockingbird
- The Tin Drum
- The Golden Compass
- The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
- And More
Synopsis
More than 30 projects inspired by classic literatureLiterary 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.
About the Author
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.
Table of Contents
Preface viii
Prologue 1
Substitutions 1
Tips & Tricks 2
The Knitting Bag 8
iKnit 10
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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
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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
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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
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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