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Weekend Knitting: 50 Unique Projects and Ideas
Longtime knitting expert Melanie Falick collects 50 unique, innovative projects and ideas for the beginning- and intermediate-level knitter - many of which can be made in a weekend or less - alongside recipes for sweet treats and relaxing activities.
Hardcover, 176 pages
Published
October 3rd 2003
by Stewart, Tabori and Chang
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Feb 11, 2008
bibliogrrl
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
knitters who like fancy, pretty things
Honestly? I only use one pattern out of this book.
BUT I USE THE HELL OUT OF THAT ONE PATTERN.
This is a beautiful book. There are a couple of patterns I like (the chair seat using plastic twine that you knit and then shrink to fit using boiling water? BRILLIANT. I'll probably never do it).
But the side to side knit fingerless glove wrist warmers that specify no yarn, no needles, and you knit to gauge? I've made at least 15 pair. I've tweaked the pattern to make them bigger, and smaller. I've adde...more
BUT I USE THE HELL OUT OF THAT ONE PATTERN.
This is a beautiful book. There are a couple of patterns I like (the chair seat using plastic twine that you knit and then shrink to fit using boiling water? BRILLIANT. I'll probably never do it).
But the side to side knit fingerless glove wrist warmers that specify no yarn, no needles, and you knit to gauge? I've made at least 15 pair. I've tweaked the pattern to make them bigger, and smaller. I've adde...more
Aug 30, 2007
Jennie
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
intermediate to advanced knitters
Shelves:
my-library
If you like to drool over beautiful patterns and think about curling up on a snowy day with some wool work on your couch with a mug of homemade callebaut hot chocolate, then this book is for you.
Nov 16, 2012
Mary Chrapliwy
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5 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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Are you a person who likes to read cookbooks and craft books? I know I am. Sometimes I even jump into cooking or creating from these books.
This book is a crafter's and reader's dream. Falick doesn't just fill the book with patterns and instructions, which are beautiful, but also with short stories and even a few recipes. I can also totally see myself making some of the simpler projects in the book - especially the flower-shaped knitted washcloth (I would probably use it as a coaster). The book...more
This book is a crafter's and reader's dream. Falick doesn't just fill the book with patterns and instructions, which are beautiful, but also with short stories and even a few recipes. I can also totally see myself making some of the simpler projects in the book - especially the flower-shaped knitted washcloth (I would probably use it as a coaster). The book...more
I liked this book so much, that after it was way over due at the library I took it to a copy store and photo copied the whole book. I know that is nothing an author wants to read, and in reality I should break down and buy it as it remains a favorite.
I have attempted a couple of the projects and remain pleasantly surprised that I have not grown tired of this collection.
I obviously can put myself into the column of knitters who get gratification of small projects that can actually be tackled.
I have attempted a couple of the projects and remain pleasantly surprised that I have not grown tired of this collection.
I obviously can put myself into the column of knitters who get gratification of small projects that can actually be tackled.
Jul 10, 2008
Kim
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
knitters of all levels (except maybe the earliest beginners)
I don't plan to make a habit of reviewing instructional books, such as knitting or beading pattern books or cookbooks, because their goal is to instruct rather than entertain, and I really don't know how to evaluate that. However, I found Weekend Knitting to be an exceptional book, even among books featuring knitting projects that can be completed in a number of days. Here Weekend Knitting refers not only to the length of the projects (and as always, your mileage may vary), but to the role knit...more
review from my Vox blog:
I requested this book because there was another Melanie Falick book I was interested in, and our library didnt have it. At first glance, I didn't think I'd find anything I liked in here. But when I read it again last night for the 2nd or 3rd time, I realized I have 3 post-its of noteworthy patterns!
I'd like to try reverse-bloom flower washclothes, I think those look so soft and pretty and would make a super gift. There are some things in here that i'd not really ever tr...more
I requested this book because there was another Melanie Falick book I was interested in, and our library didnt have it. At first glance, I didn't think I'd find anything I liked in here. But when I read it again last night for the 2nd or 3rd time, I realized I have 3 post-its of noteworthy patterns!
I'd like to try reverse-bloom flower washclothes, I think those look so soft and pretty and would make a super gift. There are some things in here that i'd not really ever tr...more
I've checked this book out from the library twice, both times admiring the beautiful coffee table quality of the book AND its fun practicality.
The flower washcloths are so unique and whimsical. They are definitely not your grandmother's washcloth.
Other projects to try: Argyle slippers, Cache-coeur bergamo (bolero-like), and Fingerless mitts.
This copy is getting well-worn as evidenced from being checked out frequently. I think it's time I get my own copy.
The flower washcloths are so unique and whimsical. They are definitely not your grandmother's washcloth.
Other projects to try: Argyle slippers, Cache-coeur bergamo (bolero-like), and Fingerless mitts.
This copy is getting well-worn as evidenced from being checked out frequently. I think it's time I get my own copy.
I have made a few things from this book, and I loved all of them.
I have made all of them more than once.
Some of them (hot chocolate and mittens) I have made thrice or more.
The fingerless mitts, the mittens (I believe they're called "super mittens" or something), the butter cookies, and the hot chocolate are all fantastic. Yes, this is a knitting book that has a cookie recipe and a wicked hot choclate recipe. How could you not love that?
I have made all of them more than once.
Some of them (hot chocolate and mittens) I have made thrice or more.
The fingerless mitts, the mittens (I believe they're called "super mittens" or something), the butter cookies, and the hot chocolate are all fantastic. Yes, this is a knitting book that has a cookie recipe and a wicked hot choclate recipe. How could you not love that?
This is a really beautiful book. There's a lot of patterns in here that I can't see myself using often, but heck, everything is just so pretty and fun to look at! I really want to try out the big half-moon shaped shawl, and there's a scarf made with relatively cheap yarn that would make a great gift. The patterns are challenging, but there's a good mix of easier ones in there. Only problem: the short bolero type jacket is really cute, but the yarn it's made out of has been discontinued. It's a t...more
Oct 28, 2008
Camille
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Knitters
Shelves:
arts-and-crafts,
knitting
This is a beautiful book! The photography is inspiring - not to mention all of the gorgeous colors of yarn used in the projects. And I loved seeing all of the different things you can do with knitting! The knitting related side notes - books, movies, hot chocolate etc. were fun as well. I've read it a couple of times and have browsed through just looking at the pictures 20 or 30 more times.
Are these projects I could finish in a weekend? Ha ha! No! Maybe the handwarmers or a washcloth (if I was h...more
Are these projects I could finish in a weekend? Ha ha! No! Maybe the handwarmers or a washcloth (if I was h...more
completed two projects from the book:
- baby sweater
- fingerless mitts
Patterns can be hard to follow, so a few trial and error for me (beginner/intermediate knitter). You will need to have another reference book for stitches if you are not a more advanced knitter. The final product of both of my projects turned out well.
- baby sweater
- fingerless mitts
Patterns can be hard to follow, so a few trial and error for me (beginner/intermediate knitter). You will need to have another reference book for stitches if you are not a more advanced knitter. The final product of both of my projects turned out well.
This book is nice and has fairly easy patterns. I made the hand warmers and the chunky scarf, both fairly easy but fun patterns. The pictures are nice and the other tidbits, like recipes and ideas, are quite enjoyable. Overall, one of the knitting books I would keep rather than borrow from a friend.
This is a lovely book - wonderful photos and nice presentations. It includes not only patterns to knit but also recipes, activities, poetry and quotes, etc. While there is scarcely one pattern that I would knit from the pattern as presented, there are some with general concepts that I can adapt to my own needs and yarn.
This book was a gift from my sister. It has beautiful photos but I only use one of the patterns (flower washcloths). I did try the hot chocolate recipe, sans cognac, and it was sinfully delicious.
I oohed and aahed throughout reading. This is a great book for mittens and especially fingerless gloves. My swoon moment occurred when I viewed the market bag pattern (page 46). So lovely!
this is kind of an interesting knitting book in that it also contains a couple of recipes, and lists about books and movies that contain knitting in them.....
Lots of beautiful patterns in this book... Great knitting eye-candy, even if you never get to the patterns. I plan to make those mittens one day!!
Even though this book seemed like the patterns were well written, there was nothing that stood out to me that made me think "I want to make that!"
Nice mix of knitting and weekend at home projects (cooking). Finger puppets look good (for future reference).
Projects I like: gray shawl, great scarf, baby sweater, cable sweater, checker board and more.
An easy way to learn how to make patterns that are original and magnificent in themselves. :) enjoy.
I love this book. It has some wonderful knitting projects.
Mar 21, 2010
K8
marked it as to-read
There's a Backgammon & Checkers Travel Set pattern in here. Sweet.
I have to buy a copy of this for my craft library.
A fun knitting book with lots of great patterns plus trivia about movies with knitters, recipes and more!
can't wait to knit from it!
Fun stuff!
Apr 24, 2009
Claire S
marked it as to-read
Looks like fun.
Nothing crazy exciting, and the project I originally got the book for had really confusing directions.
Pretty.
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Melanie Falick is the editorial director of STC Craft. She is a prolific and popular author of knitting books.
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