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Alterknits: Imaginative Projects and Creativity Exercises
Coloring inside the lines, thinking inside the box, knitting the same-old scarf--those days are over. For knitters looking for something new to spark their imaginations, "AlterKnits" is the answer. Featuring 27 imaginative projects, 10 creativity exercises, and thought-provoking quotes from Albert Einstein, Martha Graham, and many more, "AlterKnits" ins...more
Hardcover, 128 pages
Published
September 1st 2005
by "Stewart, Tabori and Chang"
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I wasn't quite sure whether to give this book a three or a four. There aren't that many patterns in here that I like but the ones I do I really love. Plus, even the ones I'm not fond of are unusual, even unique, and there is a huge variety. For example, there are patterns for knitting a wire necklace made of squares, paper lanterns, recycling old sweaters into totes, a screen door, and even a crown knitted from crepe paper. While I wouldn't waste my energy knitting a screen door, it's an interes...more
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Patterns, inspiration and ideas for 'outside-the-box' knitting projects. Many felted wools ideas, plus instructions for knitting jewelry and window screening. Most projects use simple stockinette stitch, so this book is suitable for those with basic knitting skills. Try some of the projects, or read the book as a springboard to launch new ideas of your own.
This is another beautiful knitting book! More great eye candy... I've tried a couple of the small patterns in this book and they've worked very well. But it does get a bit extreme. The expensive yarn and time that many of the patterns call for makes the book a bit less functional to the every day knitter. And really, who needs a hand knit screen door anyway!?
Very pretty pictures (and gorgeous models) but no patterns I want to make in here. Also, reading it four years after publication, the patterns don't seem that out of the box to me. Knitting with nontraditional materials has been a trend lately.
I like the cushion and screen a lot. I always expect more from this book, and that's why I keep checking it out from the library even though I never make anything from it.
Made me do some thinking outside the box when it comes to knitted items. I might even do a project in this book in the future.
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I found shawl thingy in here that I really want to make for myself. Although it's really ambitious, and probably the hardest thing I will have ever attempted. It's got cabling! I'll have to get help, no doubt. Buying all that good yarn will probably cost a fortune too. hmmmm....
Okay, I haven't actually done any of the projects in here ... and I probably won't for a long time. (I need to finish a few simple projects first.) That said, I loved this book! It's definitely one I will buy. I especially want to make the scarf/shawl/wrap that you can lace together with ribbon, and the fingerless, lace-up gloves! This book delivers; the knitting projects really are imaginative. A screen for a door? I won't be taking that project on - ever - but I like that it's in there! The ph...more
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Not just knitting - includes patterns and more. Purchased by my husband as a gift - a great selection.
What a surprise this book was. Lots of interesting projects outside the box: felting old wool sweaters and then cutting them up and zigzaging them together for a blanket; knitting strips of cast off T-shirts into a rug. Then there are your more traditional projects: a scarf and a wrap knitted separately to be worn individually or lace them together with ribbon. Scattered throughout are "creative thinking" exercises and lots of quotes.
I don't know if I'll actually get...more
I don't know if I'll actually get...more
excellent book for great ideas ...
Leigh Radford is one of my favorite knitting writers and designers. She designs unique knitting projects that alas are still a bit beyond my abilities.
I hope to start project #8: lace-up shawl.
The book not only has beautiful patterns but little creativity exercises like come up with your own knitting action hero.
I hope to start project #8: lace-up shawl.
The book not only has beautiful patterns but little creativity exercises like come up with your own knitting action hero.
I don't tend to purchase knitting books often, but this one is such a wonderful source for inspiration rather than just patterns. Interesting use of materials and sites for knitted objects, etc. I didn't find the workshop-type sections as interesting though.
I own this knitting book. It's more of a coffee table book for me. I've only knitted 2 items from this one. Projects are fascinating. The layout is visually appealing to gloss over.
Fun, funky projects here, some of which look like they'd provide instant gratification (a knit leather cuff with cool button closure) and others which look like more of a commitment.
I love this book. Everything is so gourgeous. You can't help but want to run to the knitting store and buy all the yarn possible. I have knit 2 patterns and they turned out great.
Not that I would do some of the projects in this book, there are several that I really liked. I am currently making the laptop tote, and am dying to try a few of the others.
I love the patterns from this book - but
i haven't knit from it yet.
i haven't knit from it yet.
I love this book.
LOOOOVE this book.
LOOOOVE this book.
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Leigh Radford is an award-winning author, designer and teacher. Artistic, inventive and resourceful, Leigh frequently explores creative re-use and imaginative application of unusual materials.
Her books include AlterKnits Felt: Imaginative Projects for Knitting and Felting (STC Fall 2008), AlterKnits: Imaginative Projects and Creativity Exercises (STC Fall 2005) and One Skein: 30 Quick ...more
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