by Lily M. Chin
$13.99 Cdn, $13.95 US
153 pgs, b& illustrations and photos, plus some colour photos, softcover
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Category: knitting books
In the Author's Words....
"Because I want to inspire and encourage this next wave of fiberists, and because I wish to dispel that old and dowdy misconception of what a knitter is like, I created The Urban Knitter. It speaks to this new audience in its own voice."(xi)
From the back cover
" Your grandmother had no idea what was possible. It's knitting - satisfying that two-skein-a-day habit, exploring new aesthetic outlets, relieving stress creatively and turning a centuries-old pastime into a hip and practical hobby for America's young urban professionals. Unravel those preconceived notions about what you can achieve. In The Urban Knitter, Lily Chin, named a "Master Knitter" by Vogue Knitting, profiles the most inventive, diverse, and inspiring young knitters in the country to offer their unique designs and give the craft a fresh new look with...
Exciting, fast, totally original, and easy-to-master patterns....A sexy and slinky empire-waist dress An apron-front halter top An evening cardi-jacket A ribbed set of matching hat, ascot scarf, and mittens Lace capelet and cabled pullovers Unisex vests or slip-stitch pillows And believe it or not, even shoes, bras, handbags, and more."
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