Synopses & Reviews
Socks can be far more than everyday footwear—designers Edelgard Janssen and Ute Eismann have proven it in Sock Art. Inspired by nature and the treasures of ancient cultures, they have elevated sock knitting into an art form. These fascinating designs stimulate the senses: A fresh lily of the valley pattern fills your nose with spring fragrance, fiery red lizard socks radiate the shimmering heat of the desert, harmonizing shades of azure evoke memories of the coast of Greece … Treat your toes to these fresh, colorful, fabulous socks!
Review
"This guide from Edelgard Janssen and Ute Eismann offers basic instructions and tips for successful two-color stranded knitting. Twenty-four patterns for wearable works of art are included in both traditional and modern graphic prints." —Knit 'n Style
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[L]ots of fun choices for people who want to jazz up their socks. … [W]hen youre ready to bring some color to your feet, this book is a great choice for some fancy footwork.”About.com Knitting Expert Sarah E. White
“[The] designers get back to the classic thrill of putting colors together themselves with an array of truly spectacular designs.”—Cast On magazine
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"Knitting socks is addicting. ... The changing colors ... will have you excited to knit and see how the sock progresses. ... [T]hese patterns will have you filling your sock drawer in no time." —Paula Moliver, Examiner.com
Synopsis
Inspired by nature and the treasures of ancient cultures, this project book contains 24 patterns for making beautiful socks. Proving that socks can be far more than everyday footwear, Edelgard Janssen and Ute Eismann have incorporated flowers, animals, fish, stars, snow crystals, and other graphics into their stranded knit designs. Basic instructions, knitting techniques, and rich illustrations and diagrams ensure that beginners and advanced knitters alike can enjoy the process of creating these clever socks.
Synopsis
Translation of: Sockenkunst im Jacquard-Look.
Synopsis
Hand-Knit Footwear That Makes a Statement• 24 patterns for unique and fabulous socks
• Directions, tips, and techniques for two-color stranded knitting
• Full-color photographs and instructional diagrams
• Designs featuring chic motifs, including flowers, animals, stars, and traditional and modern graphic prints
Fresh and colorful ideas from avid crafters and creators Edelgard Janssen and Ute Eismann
About the Author
Edelgard Janssen is an avid crafter and lifelong church musician, and the mother of four children.
Ute Eismann is a professional interpreter and translator with a passion for crafts, and the mother of three children. Both authors see designing and writing instructions as a challenging process, as well as a way to create beautiful socks. They have participated in several art exhibits and hope that
Sock Art will inspire many other knitters to explore color and create artful socks.