The Knitter's Book Of Wool: The Ultimate Guide To Understanding, Using, And Loving This Most Fabulous Fiber (2009) - Plot & Excerpts
"Imagine if all the wine in the world - red and white alike - were mixed together and sold as generic 'wine.' Think of how many centuries of craftsmanship and flavor would be lost, and how mediocre it would taste compared with how it would taste if the grapes had been kept separate or selectively blended. Such an act would be almost unthinkable in the food world. But in the knitting world, just as much nuance is lost every day when flat, bouncy, long, short, matte, and lustrous fibers from ancient and modern sheep breeds alike are bundled together and sold as generic 'wool' yarn." As a knitter, I found this book extremely interesting. It explains, in depth, the nature and origin of all sorts of wool and the sheep that produce the wool. I know this would be invaluable to a spinner. I really enjoyed the information about wool blends and how they are best used. The second half of the book is patterns written to best demonstrate the properties of the yarns discussed in the first half. I am most intrigued by the lovely lace shawl patterns, as well as some lovely sweaters and socks. This is a must have for any hard core knitter.
What do You think about The Knitter's Book Of Wool: The Ultimate Guide To Understanding, Using, And Loving This Most Fabulous Fiber (2009)?
Fascinating info about wool! Some great patterns. I read a library copy but will buy my own soon.
—Thiel
There are a couple of really simple patterns in here I really like.
—aditi
...still awaiting this one, I'm #55 on my hold request list...
—ssamad
