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Clara Parkes
Hardcover
19 patterns—210 pages

The Knitter's Book of Wool

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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.

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"There are so many different types of wool out there. Yarn made from Merino, will behave and feel completely differently from an Icelandic or Bluefaced Leicester yarn. The Knitter's Book of Yarn is a really comprehensive reference that explains the properties and best uses for dozens of breeds of sheep's wool. This is a valuable resource for any knitter or spinner who frequently uses wool yarn or roving. You will be able to choose just the right type of wool yarn for any project that you want to knit. Additionally, there are amazing patterns included in this book. Sivia Harding's Tibetan Clouds Beaded Stole is stunning, and has an unusual construction. I love the sideways honeycomb yoke on the Comfy Cardigan. And I could see myself knitting the Sweet Fern Mitts over and over as gifts." Nina Isaacson, Designer

Kelley reviews "The Knitter's Book of Wool" in podcast episode 128.

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