Knitting Yarns: Writers On Knitting (2014) - Plot & Excerpts
Author Ann Hood learned to knit when she was grieving the death of her young daughter, and has been a knitter ever since. Here she has gathered accounts by several fellow authors about their experiences with knitting. Along with the pleasure of fashioning something lovely and useable, many accounts also discuss the calming and soothing feelings that the repetitive movements of yarn and needles can generate. Several writers mention that their grandmothers taught them to knit (which is how I learned, too.) It was fun to read this book, a few chapters at a time and to enjoy knitting vicariously. I loved Knitting Yarns: Writers on Knitting! While I’m not a knitter, I enjoyed reading the essays written by writers who were knitters and those who were not. Each writer shared an experience that they had something to do with knitting. The styles of writing were as varied as the experiences, ranging from technical to sentimental. There were even a few non-knitters advocating for their side of the story. I have to admit that it inspired me to give knitting a try. There are patterns included in the book, but I think I’ll start with a simple knitted swatch or dishcloth. I think it’s a great read for knitters and non-knitters alike.
What do You think about Knitting Yarns: Writers On Knitting (2014)?
A nice compilation of stories about knitting. Some patterns are included.
—Marjackie1024
Delightful essay, but always made me want to knit rather than read.
—ineedallsoj
I thoroughly enjoyed this collection of knitting-themed essays.
—Goddess
