Crazy Lace
An Artistic Approach to Creative Lace Knitting

by Myrna Wood
$26.98 CDN
$24.95 US
100 pgs, colour photos, softcover
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Category: knitting books

In the Author's Words.....
"By combining the basic concepts of lace knitting with some ideas from the freeform fiber-arts world, Crazy Lace knitting offers a wonderful way to knit open, lacy fabrics in a new, inventive way. Once you understand a few simple rules of 'lace logic', you'll be able to knit incredible, one-of-a-kind treasures that you never dreamed possible. It's an inspiring process." (pg 11)

from the distributor…. "Lace knitting doesn't have to drive you crazy! Well-known fiberartist and teacher, Myra Wood invites you to have fun and be creative while knitting lace. This book is a radical departure from the usual pre-designed patterns. You'll discover the wonderful world of improvisational knitting and find your own style emerge whether symmetrically or completely randomly. Starting with a comprehensive explanation of "Lace Logic" you'll quickly learn how and why different types of lace patterns are created, You'll then explore unlimited approaches to create your own lace treasures from your own designs.
Detailed instructions include adapting your own patterns as you knit from existing lace patterns, charting entirely new patterns on the fly or just winging it freestyle without any charts at all. The book also includes complete directions for many geometric shapes that can be used with any Crazy Lace approach as the basis for gorgeous shawls, scarves and stoles. Filled with luscious photography and detailed illustrations, this book will become a treasured tool for beginning lace knitters as well as seasoned heirloom knitters who want to break out of the box and try something different. Filled with inspiration, this is the perfect book for discovering the artistic approach to Creative Lace Knitting."

NOTE this is a primarily a book of technique and inspiration, not a book of garment patterns. There are charted stitch patterns given, and many photo examples of garments using lace, but no instructions for garments.

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