Synopses & Reviews
A shawl can keep you warm in the winter, top off an elegant evening dress, or chase away the chill on a summer evening. Its the perfect addition to any wardrobeand the perfect project for any knitter whos tired of working on scarf after scarf and wants to move on to something new.
Vogue Knitting Shawls & Wraps presents 25 of the magazines most gorgeous wraps, all created by todays top knitwear designers. The patterns include a chic beaded shawl or one with delicate open lacework; a cozy cabled cape, a stylish fringed wrap, and many other exquisite designs.
Review
andldquo;Before the craze for hand-dyed yarn became a big business, there was Koigu, the Ontario-based company founded by the Landra family. Hand-painted in gorgeous, saturated colors, Koigu yarns were especially coveted during the early years of the current knitting renaissance, and one of the early knitalongsandmdash;before the days of Ravelryandmdash;was Maie Landraand#39;s Charlotteand#39;s Web shawl (which appears in this book). The shawls vary in size and complexity, from simple shawlettes to extravagantly detailed showpieces, and each design showcases the stunning colors that define the Koigu brand. The coauthors also celebrate their Estonian roots, incorporating elements of traditional Estonian lace into some of the shawls. VERDICT Many knitters enjoy hand-painted yarns, but they can be difficult to work with because the riot of color can take away from the knitting. This collection showcases the beauty of both hand-painted yarn and knitted lace.andrdquo; andmdash;Library Journal
Synopsis
Made of high-quality, hand-painted merino, Koigu's signature yarn is legendary, cherished for its wearability, versatility, and stunning colors. These collection of 30 magnificent shawls, all knit with Koigu, will be a must-have for the company's obsessively loyal following. With patterns in all weights, from ultra-luxe lace to popular bulky yarns, every knitter willl find a perfect project!
About the Author
Maie Landra is the founder of Koigu and the Creative Director of Koigu Magazine. Her gorgeous designs are regularly featured in Vogue Knitting magazine and many other publications. She lives in Chatsworth, ON, Canada.