Today’s book review is the intriguingly-titled Sock Architecture, written by Lara Neel and published by Cooperative Press. Sock Architecture is, as you might infer from the title, a sock knitting book that is very much concerned with sock structure. [Sometimes when I write a sentence like that, I have to step back and chuckle. A huge percentage of the sock-wearing…
Tag: sock knitting
Giveaway & Book Review: The Knitter’s Curiosity Cabinet vol II, by Hunter Hammersen
I’m a little embarrassed at how behind I am when it comes to blogging, especially book reviews. One of the books that has been patiently waiting for review finally gets its due today: introducing The Knitter’s Curiosity Cabinet Volume II, by Hunter Hammersen (Pantsville Press 2013). I loved Hunter’s first Curiosity Cabinet book and I was excited to hear there…
No-Bull Book Review: Big Foot Knits, by Andi Smith
Savvy knitters have long been aware that the best way to create sweaters that truly fit is to customize. So if measuring your body and crafting a sweater designed to accommodate body measurements makes sense, why don’t more knitters do the same for their socks? Designer Andi Smith gives knitters the knowledge and tools to do so–along with a selection…