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One More Skein: 30 Quick Projects to Knit
�Two needles and one (or one more) skein of yarn—the possibilities never cease to amaze me,” writes Leigh Radford in the introduction to her new book. Radford’s fascination with the creative potential of these raw materials is evident throughout One More Skein, where she melds the alternative approach to knitting and felting she introduced in AlterKnits and AlterKnits Felt...more
Paperback, 128 pages
Published
September 1st 2009
by Stewart, Tabori and Chang
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I gathered a few ideas (like little knit gift bags) but didn't feel overly inspired. Felted cuffs, really? The few things I could make were relatively boring, and I've found much more interesting patterns for my skill level on Ravelry. But there should be at least 2 projects for any level of knitter. If you're a beginner you'll want another book (like Stitch 'n' Bitch) to help understand some of the notations and what the stitches actually mean. A personal preference for me is to see the finishe...more
Less interesting than the original One Skein book. A few original patterns but overall a lot of déjà vu pieces. I'll definitely do the hot-water bottle cover (I know one or two friends who have been dying to have one). The fingerless gloves are blah, the baby patterns are okay but nothing to write home about. The pictures are beautiful, the instructions clear, the yarn choices are fine. It's a beautiful book but it didn't much to offer me as a knitter unlike the original One Skein.
What a diverse collection of small knits! While I wouldn't knit every single little thing in here, there are enough items I was wild about to try- and some simple enough but with nice stitch patterns that they would look well in either a luxury tonal yarn (like Madelinetosh) or a simple single color you might find in your local craft store.
One More Skein is divided into four sections, containing patterns for adult hats, gloves and scarves, some unusual garments for babies, a collection of bags, and household items. Each project requires a couple of skeins of yarn, with the exception of the blanket pattern, which would be great for using up leftover yarns in different colors. My personal favorite is the linen placemat pattern. The appendix includes instructions for specific knitting techniques and a list of suppliers.
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This book has a lot of really fun, quick projects that I can't wait to try! BUT...
After trying one of the patterns I am not that excited about the book anymore. The top down ear flap hat is quite a trial to get started. Both my sister-in-law and I had to restart a couple of times each. It makes me hesitate jumping into a more complicated project!
After trying one of the patterns I am not that excited about the book anymore. The top down ear flap hat is quite a trial to get started. Both my sister-in-law and I had to restart a couple of times each. It makes me hesitate jumping into a more complicated project!
Lots of baby projects in this followup to "One Skein". Also quite a few household items. Good ideas for something quick to knit. Nothing too trendy so it will make a good reference book for quick projects.
Several patterns caught my eye in this book; Baby's Britches, Drawstring Hemp Shorts (baby), Summer Satchel, and Pencil Sketch Washcloths.
Covers projects up to 2 skeins, so a little more variety and possibility than the first book.
Terrific collection of a variety of patterns. Great to have on hand for gift knitting ideas.
Apr 05, 2010
Mzfitz
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cute baby sweater
linen cap
felted cufff
buy this
cute baby sweater
linen cap
felted cufff
buy this
A nice, short collection of pieces to inspire the beginner.
Not really what I expected but there are beautiful patterns!
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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 Projects to...more
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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 Projects to...more
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