Freeform Style: Blend Knit & Crochet to Create Fibert Art Wearables
Freeform Style: Blend Knit & Crochet to Create Fibert Art Wearables
In case you're not familiar with these two stellar names in the knit/crochet world, Jonelle is the founder of SWTC yarns, a pioneer in the manufacturing of bamboo yarns, and Prudence is the foremost practitioner of freeform knitting and crochet. What they have come up with in this book is a marvelous display of creativity and fashion. I particularly appreciate that knit and crochet are combined, with both shown off beautifully. There is an opening section showing various freeform embellishments. Then come sections on scarves, hats, gloves, vests, sweaters, tees, skirts and wraps. In each section, a garment is worked at three levels of difficulty. What a fine idea! This gives the crafter a way to master a particular shape or technique gradually. The garments are basic, yet flattering, shapes that become works of art once embellished. Directions for embellishing are specific and show many options for how to make and attach them. In both the hat and scarf sections felted fabric is used, an excellent surface for embellishing. Embellishments can be on the surface, between sections, on edges, necklines and hems, turning a nice garment into something spectacular that expresses the maker's unique vision and style. The book ends with a showcase of scarves by other talented freeformers, adding to the inspirational punch. Layout and photography are very attractive. It's a hard cover book, not inexpensive, but I doubt something this classy will come around again soon. For those who want to bring true creativity and individuality to their work, this book's for you.