Special Bonus for knitters!!
I always like to delight my customers with little surprises in their packages. Here's one you can request in advance, and enjoy the anticipation of receiving. (shown on left)

Info on placing Pre-orders:

• When you order upcoming books, please let me know in the Special Instructions Section of your order if you would like the books shipped as available, or all together to save on shipping charges.
• Note that charges are not processed until your order is being mailed.
• If there are backordered items, the charges are processed when the backorder is shipped.

Upcoming Knitting Books

New! Aran Knitting, Alice Starmore
Available September, 2010
$32.98 Cdn, $29.95 US

Soon to be back in print! This fascinating and beautifully photographed book on Aran knitting presents step-by-step instructions on knitting Aran patterns, from simple cables to complex Aran patterning. There are 14 original designs by the author.

New! Estonian Mittens All Around the World, Aina Praakli
Available March, 2010
$43.98 Cdn, $39.95 US

A collection of 175 mittens all shown in beautiful colour photographs, with graphs of the stitch patterns. Content is written in both Estonian and in English.

New England Knits, Cecily Glowik MacDonald, Melissa LaBarre
Available July, 2010
$26.95 Cdn, $24.95 US

From sweaters to accessories this collection is themed around 3 popular activities in New England - a Walk in the Woods; a Day in the Park; and Along the Coast.

Northern Knits, Lucinda Guy
Available March, 2010
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

Knitting with natural wools is a key element in the traditional knitting of Scandinavia, Iceland and the Shetland Islands. The 20 womens garments featured in this book use traditional yarns, techniques and motifs inspired by these countries.

Norwegian Patterns for Knitting, Mette Handberg
Available June, 2010
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

The rich colour patterning of Norwegian stitch patterns are the inspiration for 20 projects for sweaters, mittens and hats. Great photos, clear instructions.

New! Norwegian Sweater Techniques for Today's Knitter, Therese Chynoweth
Available May, 2010
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

Classic Norwegian sweater design includes knitting colourful patterning knit in the round, then cut for sleeves and front button-bands - steeking. Learn this and other Norwegian knitting techniques used in the 20 patterns for modern sweaters.

Poetry in Stitches, Solveig Hisdal
Available March, 2010
$49.98 Cdn, $44.95 US

With a background in graphic and fashion design and a passion for the traditional textiles of her country, the author has created colourful and intricate designs that reflect her heritage. Beautiful photography, colourful floral knit designs and detailed edgings, make this a must have book.

Power Cables, Lily Chin
Available May, 2010
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

Highly regarded for her innovative techniques with cables author Lily Chin shares her expertise on cables from simple twisted stitches to complex patterns adding in colour too; how to design with cables; plus 15 patterns for pullovers, jackets, bags, socks, and accessories.

Sock Club, Charlene Schurch & Beth Parrott
Available January, 2010
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

Sock clubs are very popular with great yarns and patterns to attract knitters. The authors have created their own designs for knitters to enjoy - over 20 designs in a variety of styles and experience levels, from toe-up to cuff down.

New! Successful Lace Knitting, Donna Druchunas
Available May, 2010
$32.98 Cdn, $29.99 US

Designer Dorothy Reade developed a system of charting lace knitting patterns in the 1960's. Her designs and techniques are the inspiration for this book with 20 designs by todays knit designers - Evelyn Clark, Annie Modesitt, Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer and many more.

New! Think Outside the Sox, XRX
Available April, 2010
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

The contests that XRX sponsors over the years have inspired creative knitters everywhere to take on the challenge! This collection of 50 socks patterns will inspire all sock knitters to 'knit outside the sox'!

Toe-Up Socks for Everybody, Wendy Johnson
Available March, 2010
$24.98 Cdn, $22.95 US

Author and blogger Wendy Johnson brings us over 20 patterns for socks for all feet - men, womens and kids. Varying in stitch patterns from lace to cables, plus colourwork designs - something for everyone!

Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Lace Knitting Vol 5,
Available , June 2010
$32.98 Cdn, $29.95 US

Lace stitch patterns are featured in this volume of stitches from light fine patterning to chunky and simple. There are over 150 different stitch patterns with charts, photos and clear instructions to guide you.

New! Winter Blooms, Kim Hargreaves
Available March, 2010
$37.95 Cdn, $33.95 US