Literary Knits: 30 Patterns Inspired by Favorite Books

Literary Knits: 30 Patterns Inspired by Favorite Books

by Nikol Lohr
Literary Knits: 30 Patterns Inspired by Favorite Books

Literary Knits: 30 Patterns Inspired by Favorite Books

by Nikol Lohr

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Overview

More than 30 projects inspired by classic literature

Literary Knits features 30 knitting patterns inspired by beloved characters from classic books; from Pride and Prejudice to Moby Dick, The Catcher in the Rye to The Chronicles of Narnia—and many more in between.

Inspired by some of the most beloved characters from favorite books, including an elegant Daisy Cloche inspired by The Great Gatsby and a late '50s-inspired Holly Golightly Dress imagined from Breakfast at Tiffany's, the more than 30 knitting projects in this unique collection will inspire knitters and book lovers alike.

  • Each knitting pattern includes precise instruction and robust information on yarn selection and substitution
  • Beautiful photography throughout offers ideas and inspiration for all ages and skill levels, including supporting photos for tricky or less commonly-known techniques
  • Diagrams, assembly instructions, and schematic illustrations ease completion of each project
  • A generous mix of knitting patterns for women, men, and kids

If you're a book lover who knits, or a knitter with an appreciation for vintage patterns, Literary Knits is a timeless collection of one-of-a-kind knitting projects.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781118216064
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Publication date: 11/01/2012
Edition description: First Edition
Pages: 208
Sales rank: 576,697
Product dimensions: 8.03(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.48(d)

About the Author

Nikol Lohr is the creator of The Thrifty Knitter (thriftyknitter.com) and author of Naughty Needles. She contributes to many knitting books and e-zines, including Alt Fiber, Craftzine.com, Knitty.com, Vampire Knits, and Pop Goes Crochet. She and her sites have appeared in Playboy, Glamour, New York Times, Cosmopolitan, Entertainment Weekly, Time Out New York, Los Angeles Times, San Francisco Chronicle, and others.

Table of Contents

Preface viii

Prologue 1

Substitutions 1

Tips & Tricks 2

The Knitting Bag 8

iKnit 10

1

In Which We Knit Women’ s

Accessories 12

Catherine Bed Socks 15

Kitty Muff 19

Francie Nolan Tam 25

Katie Rommely

Gaiters 29

Meg Mittens 33

Jo Mittens 38

Daisy Cloche 43

Tess Fingerless Gloves 48

2

In Which We Knit Women’ s

Shawls and Garments 52

Emma Shawl 55

Elizabeth Bennet Summer

Blouse 61

Galadriel Hooded Dress 67

Meme Shawl 75

Lucy Honeychurch Shawl 81

Jane Eyre Shawl 84

Lady Brett Ashley

Pullover 91

Anne Shirley Puff-Sleeve Top 963

3

In Which We Knit for Men 100

Ishmael Sweater 103

Gregor Sweater 111

Sal Paradise Vest 117

John Thornton

Scarf 123

Sydney Carton Cowl 127

Dorian Gray

Fingerless Gloves 133

Billy Pilgrim Socks 138

4

In Which We Knit for Children 142

Laura Pinafore 145

Oskar Pullover 149

Edmund Crown/Hat 155

Lyra Hood 159

Scout

Cardigan 167

Phoebe Coat 172

Eppie Bonnet 177

Epilogue 181

Special Techniques 181

Recommended Reading 193

Yarn & Materials Resources 194

Abbreviations 197

Index 198

About the Author 200

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