A non knitting friend, overhearing the discussion, asked me, apprehension thick in her voice, janine, what is a feral knitter. Partly thats due to the truth in advertising of the title. Apr 22, 2010 the hardback edition was a bestseller. Stories, patterns, advice, opinions, questions, answers, jokes, and pictures gardiner, kay, shayne, ann on.
Im also planning to finish a sad pair of socks i started over three years ago for my sister. Five clever designs by jen geigley use rowan big wool for quick results and the chance to make a bunch of colorful, gorgeous gifts. Mason dixon knitting is one of those books that makes a home in the heart of knitters. Prior to that we will be releasing patterns monthly from march, with updates being delivered via our online shop and ravelry. Jul 27, 2015 a lot of times there will be an edge of your knitting thats exposed say, the long sides of a scarf or the edge of a button band when knit integrally or vertically. The commentary is at once hilarious and thoughtful, and the tips and hints are both insightful and inspiring. Masondixon knitting is a collection of unbelievable patterns, a howto manual and a crazy quilt of hilarious narrative, all in one.
Masondixon knitting outside the lines book by kay gardiner. Masondixon knitting field guides are little books that explore the big world of knitting, with patterns and stories to inspire the curious knitter. Mason dixon knitting is both pretty and practical, fun and informative, everything i hoped gentle art would be but wasnt. Theyre beautiful to hold, fun to knit from, and full of gorgeous photographs. Buy a cheap copy of masondixon knitting outside the lines book by kay gardiner. In this book, kay and ann chitchat their way through a series of more than thirty incredible patterns.
Or, as pictured above, the armhole edges of the superbulky sleeveless turtleneck im working on, which are especially prominent at this scale. Susanne showed her latest moderne blanket featured in masondixon knitting that is on her needles. Apiece apart started with the idea of a wardrobe packed into a single bag, to be mixed and matched, to go anywhere and do anything. Merino, yak, and linen meet, and they hit it off famously.
Yankee kay and tennessean ann are the personalities behind masondixon knitting and over the years they have developed a dedicated following of knitters who enjoy their irreverent correspondence and breezy guidance through knitopia. Or, as pictured above, the armhole edges of the superbulky sleeveless turtleneck im working on. This post is temporarily offline im currently preparing an article for publication about the broader topic covered by this post. Explore the big world of knitting with mdks little books filled with big ideas, tips and trends.
Each of the unique designs included have a fresh take on stitching, to yarnwork, to patterns, and more. Im going to be knitting pomatomus for myself out of some str mediumweight i bought at stitches and im going to use my leftover mission falls 6 merino superwash from my margot sweater to knit a wurm hat. Gardiner and shayne, bloggers and authors of masondixon knitting 2006 are among the former. Mason dixon knitting the curious knitters guide kay gardner and ann shayne this is one of my favorite books, and not just for the 30 projects. Both of her sons have married in the last year or so and each has received this lovely blanket as a gift. The women behind masondixon knittingboth the blog and the book are back with a followup, which focuses on knitting beyond the basics. May 15, 2017 this post is temporarily offline im currently preparing an article for publication about the broader topic covered by this post.
Its the series that is captivating knitters all over. Whether knitting, sewing, crocheting, upcycling or mending, making yourself a part of the process is empowering. The mason dixon coloring book for knitters is exactly what it sounds like in the best way possible. Apr 11, 20 posts about masondixon knitting written by carolyn. The label balances the simple with the sophisticated. The podcast about knitting, with a theatrical flair. Turn one strand into three september 22, 2015 by karen templer while we were at the trade show last spring, debating other points of the armygreen test vest one night, bristol ivy taught me something so simple and so wildly valuable. The masondixon knitting coloring book for knitters. The mason dixon knitting coloring book for knitters. Melanie falicks journey across the globe, meeting creative people whose lives are filled with great creative spirit. Sometimes you want to knit, and sometimes you want to color in pictures of knitting. Masondixon knitting is a collection of unbelievable patterns, a howto manual, and a crazy quilt of hilarious narrative, all in one. Masondixon knitting by kay gardiner and ann meador shayne. The christmas book flood is coming soon, and weve plumped up the mdk knitters bookshelf to get ready.
Its a knitting book with personality that includes thoughts on life, friendship, and, of course, knitting. A nonknitting friend, overhearing the discussion, asked me, apprehension thick in her voice, janine, what is a feral knitter. That interview is up and featured on their site today. Both of her sons have married in the last year or so and each has received this lovely blanket.
Patterns, stories, pictures, true confessions, tricky bits, whole new worlds, and familiar ones, too by kay. A feral knitter is someone who loves color knitting, playing with color combinations and garment shapes, and learning about construction and fit. Sequence knitting is an approach that was devised by cecelia campochiaro, and was explored in depth in her book of the same name. New york magazine alford seamlessly interweaves heartwarming and hilarious anecdotes about his deep dive into all things dancealford is a master of pulling the heartstrings, but in a positive, celebratory way.
Kay gardiner and ann shayne have wit, insight, and true confessions about knitting that makes masondixon knitting outside the lines read more like a sketchbook or journal than a pattern book, and its a pleasure. This is the place i share current and future knitting projects and patterns as well as snippets of my life. Masondixon knitting is one of those books that makes a home in the heart of knitters. This blend of wool, alpaca, and viscose makes an elegant fabric with subtle texture. We are running a phased book launch, with the print book being published in september 2017, to coincide with what i always feel is the start of the knitting year. A lot of times there will be an edge of your knitting thats exposed say, the long sides of a scarf or the edge of a button band when knit integrally or vertically. This book focuses on how giving can warm the heart. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. This field guide provides a brief introduction to the main types of sequence knitting, as well as four patterns to demonstrate the ideas.
Mason dixon knitting s instagram profile has 3,588 photos and videos. American history press a knave among knights in their spitfires by jerry billing drawing on his years of experience as a world war ii spitfire flying ace and beyond, author jerry billing recounts the thrilling stories of his many years as a pilot. Masondixon knittings instagram profile has 3,588 photos and videos. I designed for sizes i didnt see widely represented and i would like to continue to make sewing and sizing more accessible to all kinds of bodies. By kay gardiner and ann shayne editors, drawings by juliana horner. Stories, patterns, advice, opinions, questions, answers, jokes, and p by kay gardiner. When the article has appeared, ill place a link to it here, with the initial text of the post edited to provide supplementary information. Clear instructions on basic techniques, plus appealing, timeless projects. I was passing some time reading kate davies great blog one friday, and she mentioned a sanquhar knitting workshop taking place the next day in sanquhar. In this book, kay and ann chitchat their way through a series of more than 30 incredible patterns. Sequence knitting is all the things masondixon knit. Every few months, we publish a little book that explores the big world of knitting.
If youre interested in baking, you can also find me at. Like all of melanies books, the photography and book design are beautiful. Mason dixon knitting outside the lines features helpful and humorous sidebars that discuss things such as the pitfalls of the sweater coat, the beauty of shetland wool, how to make a stitch marker out of citrus peel or tin foil, and the moment where a pattern breakthrough occurs. Buy masondixon knitting reprint by kay gardiner, ann shayne isbn. Strategically using sheep to clear overgrown landscapes is oftentimes the best first step in the restoration process. Mar 28, 2006 masondixon knitting is a collection of unbelievable patterns, a howto manual, and a crazy quilt of hilarious narrative, all in one. Like a couple of favorite aunts ushering you into a sunny kitchen for tastes of cookie dough and the sharing of secrets, the authors comfort, inspire, amuse, and brighten the life of the lucky reader who steps into their world. In this second book, there are several patterns for household items, including one for a. My name is dianna im a serial expat, living in central norway. Field guides, knitting books, knit with mdk mason dixon knitting. Little books that explore the big world of knitting. I knew of sanquhar knitting, as we have a pair of sanquhar gloves knitted in the inimitable black and white tiled sanquhar style on display at the national museum of scotland level 3, scottish galleries. In this second book, there are several patterns for household items, including one for a mop cover.
Stories, patterns, advice, opinions, questions, answers, jokes. Norways national firewood night the colbert report. Use this yarn for all the projects in field guide no. The patterns are loosely grouped into five categories, including fair isle, knits for children, and specialoccasion knitting, and many are designed by guest contributors well known to knitters. A knave among knights in their spitfires by jerry billing.
The nashville chew crew is proud to offer an ecologically sensitive, costeffective, and socially engaging alternative for managing all kinds of landscapes in and around nashville, tn. We use cookies, if you continue to use this site, you consent to our use of cookies. This book is also blogbased, yet it succeeds as a book in its own right. Kay and ann reveal that a pattern is a starting line, a launching pad. Mar 01, 2006 kay and ann reveal that a pattern is a starting line, a launching pad. Nearly 20% of the norwegian population tunes in to a 12hour program on chopping and burning wood. Apiece apart offers pieces as versatile as the women wearing them. This is the book we hand out to dear ones, big and small, who want to learn to knit. Posts about masondixon knitting written by carolyn.
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