Knitter's Book Of Wool: The Ultimate Guide To Understanding, Using, And Loving This Most Fabulous Fiber (2014) - Plot & Excerpts
This is a great starting point for Knitters and handspinners looking to understand more about wool and how we use it. I think this is a rather general reference (specificlly in the chapters about sheep breeds); but entirely relevant. Though not the most comprehensive, I came away with so much more knowledge than I came to the table with. Ever wonder why we blend wool with silk? Read this. However- be warned. This will only whet your appetite for more info on sheep breeds and their wool. Or maybe that was just me....Also the patterns are gorgeous, use the perfect fibers and blends, and compliment the information provided perfectly. I received a sound education in the first 20 or so pages alone, and the information I gleaned was so compelling I just kept on reading. There is enough information to make you a whiz at wool but not so much that you feel like it's finals week. Clara's comfortable, easy writing style make this a wonderful read for interested fiber folk. As with The Knitter's Book of Yarn, this book had me underlining bits of information that I believe strongly will make me a better knitter, spinner and teacher.Just when you think you've gotten every dime you spent out of this book, you discover more - patterns that, as Clara says, "...let you experience everything wool has to offer..." And folks, she's not just saying that! The pattern section begins with a Shakespeare quote: "Joy's soul lies in the doing". I agree, and the range of projects is both expansive and joyful! There are enough patterns in this book to keep any knitter happily busy for a very long time.In closing, let me say that this book is well worth the investment, as was it's predecessor. Let's hope Clara continues to bring us the best of the best of useful knowledge about the animals and fibers that grace our lives and bring us that joy the Bard talks about above.
What do You think about Knitter's Book Of Wool: The Ultimate Guide To Understanding, Using, And Loving This Most Fabulous Fiber (2014)?
Interesting stuff about sheep and wool that I never knew, plus some nice patterns in the back.
—hatim
Good for understanding what you're knitting with and its' properties.
—mlcs
GREAT information, but none of the patterns interested me.
—Blade
