In this complete guide to wool, passionate wool expert Clara Parkes translates the vast world of sheep and their wool into the language and context of knitting. Starting with the fundamentals, Parkes explains what wool is made of, how to get it off the sheep, how it is transformed from dirty fluff into gorgeous yarn. She also talks about who makes wool with tours of sheep breeds from around the world. This book teaches you everything you need to know about wool—and its journey from pasture to pullover. The next time you pick up a skein, you won't have to wonder what to create with it. You'll just know. 19 patterns—210 pages  | Hardcover Retail: $30.00 Item No. 31225