Alterknits: Imaginative Projects and Creativity Exercises
by Leigh Radford
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Author: Leigh RadfordPhotographer: John Rizzo
Edition: Hardcover
Published: 2005-09-01
ISBN: 1584794550
Number of pages: 128
Publisher: "Stewart, Tabori and Chang"
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Book Review: Alterknits: Imaginative Project Creativity Exercises
Summary: 4 Stars
I am not a knitter (but I can dream....) This book is definitely for a more experienced knitter. HOWEVER, it is an absolutely beautiful, hip, book for anyone to look thru. The author's concept of creativity, and sharing it with others, is very inspiring. There is a complete "glossary" of terms in the back for the knitting challenged. Some pretty fun ideas that can probably be transfered to sewing if you're so inclined. I DEFINATELY recommend this title!
Summary of Alterknits: Imaginative Projects and Creativity Exercises
Coloring inside the lines, thinking inside the box, knitting the same-old scarf--those days are over. For knitters looking for something new to spark their imaginations, AlterKnits is the answer. Featuring 27 imaginative projects, 10 creativity exercises, and thought-provoking quotes from Albert Einstein, Martha Graham, and many more, AlterKnits inspires knitters to expect the unexpected, to enjoy the rewards of experimentation, and to see the possibilities of knitting with broader vision.Some projects call for unusual materials-plastic tubing (for a bag handle) or sterling silver wire (for a necklace). Others blend different craft techniques-a pullover with sewn-on velvet cuffs, a baby blanket with painted-on polka dots. Still others apply knitting in unexpected places, such as laptop cases and bulletin boards. The creativity exercises-called AlterExercises-challenge knitters to try out new ideas and to ask provocative, sometimes amusing questions. Tucked into a pocket on the inside front cover is the 32-page AlterKnits notebook, the perfect place for readers to work on their AlterKnits exercises and do their own creative doodling .
With AlterKnits, our concept of what we can knit will be forever altered!
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