Perhaps You Have a Long Road Trip Planned For the Summer...
Well I've got the perfect activity for you -- knitting! Recently I found a review for a wonderful book on circular knitting and it brought up fond memories of being pregnant with my daughter Elena. While I was
pregnant, I taught myself to knit. I became a bit of a knitting maniac for
that 9-month nesting period. I
especially loved knitting baby sweaters.
I even made one while in labor with her – all 36 hours! It’s pink, white and peach striped and
her bear wears it now. I
haven’t done much knitting since, but am ready to start back up again. I think it would be a great summer
activity for parent’s to do with their kids or anyone to pick up for the first
time. It’s incredibly relaxing and
the rewards are so beautiful and perfect for fall!
Not all knitters approach knitting the same
way. Some knitters like a
pattern. Others like to create
their own. Personally, I tend to
be more of a “creative knitter” and appreciate a book that encourages beginning
knitters to be creative and not be afraid to make mistakes. The two books I’ve highlighted are
definitely books for those of us in that category! They do have examples of beautiful works for those of you
who would like a project, but those of us who are looking for a technical focus
will also be very satisfied.
By Margaret Radcliffe, 2012
This excellent book just came out and received
wonderful reviews from Booklist so I ordered a copy for myself. I was delighted by the excellent
full-color illustrations and step-by-step instructions. I am not a pattern follower, so I love
the way that Radcliffe focuses on technique rather than individual
projects. She shows several ways
to do things and even ways to get out of situations you may find yourself in
while knitting.
By Ann Budd, 2007
This easy to follow book
walks you through all of the basics with clear instructions and photos that
demonstrate everything from casting on to finishing off a pair of socks. Includes measuring, counting stitches,
ribbing at the cuff, heel flaps, gussets, and heel turns, toes, and pattern
variations.
