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Okey was born in Medina, Ohio.
(It used to be that springtime meant putting aside knittin...)
It used to be that springtime meant putting aside knitting and other cold-weather pursuits. It is no more. For KnitGrrls everywhere, warmer temperatures mean it's time to slather on the sunblock and pack the beach bag with needles, yarn - and "KnitGrrl2". From choosing yarn and holding needles, it's a few short steps to making Ooh-La-La Flip-Flops, Blossom Headbands, Beach-Read Book Covers, and Cabana Beach Bags, plus twelve other fun-in-the-sun essentials. All projects are presented with easy-to-follow photos and directions. Knit Grrls will be thrilled to the tips of their needle-brandishing fingers with such extras as a quiz on finding their best colours and do-it-yourself projects on making needle holders and knitting journals. And where else can teens and tweens learn how to custom-dye yarn with Kool-Aid? Only in "KnitGrrl2" - sure to be the hottest beach book of the year! It is a high-quality look in a low-price book! Spring and summer styles keep teens knitting year-round. This book is a follow-up to top-selling "KnitGrrl".
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(• Great price point—just 9.95 American dollars! • 15 fun...)
• Great price point—just 9.95 American dollars! • 15 funky patterns teach knitting skills incrementally • Knitting encourages girls to share and learn from other girls—making it an excellent empowerment tool • Partner Web site provides forum for teen knitters Tired of hearing about who's dating who and what Alyssa wore to the last party? Get those teens and tweens started on some practical life skills and girl empowerment! KnitGrrl is an upbeat introduction to knitting, from basic materials, tools, and stitches, to fifteen easy projects designed specifically for teens and tweens. Lower the number of trips to the mall with patterns for an iPod cozy, a ponytail wool beanie, cat toys, text-messaging mittens, starry leg warmers, and ten more great patterns. The organization of the book builds skills incrementally, so friends can learn and share together. Tips on organizing knitting groups, plus quizzes and DIY projects for fun knitting-related items such as stitch markers and hand salve, make this the ultimate BKFF (Best Knitting Friends Forever) guidebook.
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(Customize your clothes. Transform your world. Do-it-your...)
Customize your clothes. Transform your world. Do-it-yourself fashion is the most creative, affordable and fun way to create a style that's completely and uniquely you. Whether you're a sewing novice or a savvy seamstress, AlterNation will give you all the knowledge and inspiration you need to create your own trend-setting clothes and accessories. Just dig into the back of your closet or hit up your favorite thrift store, and you'll be on your way to creating a one-of-a-kind wardrobe that will have your friends asking, "Where'd you get that?!" • Convert a men's buttondown into the sleek and sleeveless Office Corset, or combine it with a flowing skirt to create the surprisingly feminine Men's Shirt Dress. • Reinvent a pillowcase and a flat sheet to create the cute and comfy Bedhead Top and Asymmetrical Sheet Skirt. • Pair some ripped-beyond-wear jeans with some trendy fabric to make the Dangerous Cherry Handbag, or cut a few out-of-style pairs into panels for the Denim Corset Skirt.Not only will you learn to make 25+ projects, you'll be bursting with ideas for countless more. Join the citizens of AlterNation! Turn your back on the mall, set your own trends, and show off your style!
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(The Knitgrrl Guide To Professional Knitwear Design is the...)
The Knitgrrl Guide To Professional Knitwear Design is the first-ever book targeted to designers of all experience levels who want to create, communicate and sell their work professionally to magazines, publishers, consumers and other markets. Written by an industry insider, the Guide takes a comprehensive, unflinching look behind the scenes that no knit or crochet designer can afford to be without. Includes 30+ interviews with top designers, editors and professionals who tell it like it is so you can hit the ground running, a guide to responsible social media use, information on distribution, printing, online publishing and much, much more.
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( Knitters who want new worlds to conquer can reach for t...)
Knitters who want new worlds to conquer can reach for this guide to handspinning their own designer yarns. A rundown on equipment introduces the drop spindle, supported spindle, niddy-noddy, McMorran balance, and yarn meter, while the following sections include choosing wool and other fibers, presenting knitting patterns suitable for handspun yarn, and in-depth profiles of real urban spinners. For crafters who want to experiment with spinning but don't want to sacrifice too much of their knitting time, there are lots of ideas for jazzing up a thrift-store cardigan with handspun trim or knitting a boatneck pullover in a combination of commercial and handspun yarns. Methods for incorporating beads and threads into yarn and a technique for dyeing yarn in the dishwasher are also featured.
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(Like any modern, responsible citizen or fervent DIYer, yo...)
Like any modern, responsible citizen or fervent DIYer, you’ve probably been using salvaged materials for years. But did you know that the fastest growing trend in knitting and crochet takes reduce-reuse-recycle to a whole new level? In Alt Fiber, popular craft author, teacher, and blogger Shannon Okey presents more than twenty-five patterns for jackets, skirts, sweaters, wraps, socks, bags, and more using nonallergenic plant fibers. And these aren’t just any fibers . . . from the seaweed-derived Seacell yarn, which transmits vitamins and nutrients to your skin when you wear it, to soy-based yarns made from tofu manufacturing waste, alternative fibers are good for the environment, easy to care for, and more available than ever. Since these fibers don’t work up or drape like wool or cotton yarns, Shannon channels her enthusiasm and expertise into teaching crafters of all skill levels about the properties of alt fibers, how to incorporate them into existing patterns, and even how to hand-dye them. And with contemporary designs contributed by Knit Brit’s Andi Smith, Acme Knitting Company’s Jillian Moreno, Julie Armstrong Holetz, Sivia Harding, Laura Chau, Kate Jackson, Keri Williams, and other up-and-coming designers, Alt Fiber is a must-have addition to overstuffed stash bags everywhere. Whether you make a pine wrap, a bamboo coat, a kenaf bag, or a corn T-shirt, knitting green has never been so easy.
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( * Unique patterns for cozy, customized outdoor gear * ...)
* Unique patterns for cozy, customized outdoor gear * Projects both for knitting outdoors and for using outdoors * Handy tips on knitting with waterproof yarns Featuring 20 outdoor-friendly knitting projects, How to Knit in the Woods is every crafty person's indispensable guide to creativity in the open air. Full of advice on how to choose quick-drying yarns and other outdoor-friendly materials, and how to knit on the go -- this is not your mother's knitting book. Projects range from easy to intermediate and include such gems as a waterproof cardigan, a campfire cushion (which doubles as pillow), marshmallow pot holders, cozy camp socks, and a woodsy washcloth outfitted with a built-in pocket for soap. Easy-to-follow, inspired patterns and a resource guide round out this kitschy yet modern craft guide. RESOURCE: Here are two additional knitting charts from Shannon Okey that you can download as PDFs: 1. a"Snake in the Woods Cartigan" -- click here. 2. "Tai Shan Hoodie" click here.
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( Crochet Style offers inspiring pieces to accentuate per...)
Crochet Style offers inspiring pieces to accentuate personal style and add excitement to any wardrobe. From simple stitches and quick projects to advanced patterns that include intricate stitch work, this book holds interest for beginning and expert crocheters alike. An array of projects, from lacy hoop earrings and funky beaded necklaces to an elaborate poncho and sleek eveningwear, entices the reader to experiment with personal style. These pieces lend versatility and individuality to any look. Over 170 original full-color photographs show stunning detail and offer suggestions of stylish ways to wear each of the beautiful items. All of the designs are fun to wear and even easier to make. Crochet Style includes everything you’ll need to get started, from Crochet Basics” to Sources and Resources”, yarn types, patterns, plus a plethora of information and inspiration. Step-by-step photos show you how to hold your hook, make stitches, and the best places to buy supplies. Crochet Style comes as a unique, spiral-bound, easel-style format allowing for hands-free” crafting and access to all the information at a glance. You are likely to be hooked” on this book!
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Okey was born in Medina, Ohio.
Her book Knitgrrl appeared on the New York Public Library"s 2006 Books for the Teen Age list, a list of titles recommended by librarians for younger audiences, and also received a starred review from Booklist. Knitgrrl 2 was nominated for a CraftTrends Award of Creative Excellence in December 2006. Both Knitgrrl books are designed to teach beginning knitters and feature colorful illustrations by Canadian illustrator and webcomic artist Kathleen Jacques.
Okey has been featured on several television shows, including Uncommon Threads, Crafters Coast to Coast and Knitty Gritty.
She has curated and appeared in national fiber arts shows at galleries including Assemble Gallery and New York-based artist Cynthia von Buhler"s CVBSpace. Photos of both shows, including Okey"s own work, were published in the summer 2006 issue of knit.1 magazine.
During a 2006 podcast interview with Marie Irshad of KnitCast, Okey discussed her interest in fashion, not just knitting, and the designs she created for a "computational couture" show called Seamless in Boston. Okey is also a frequent contributor to knitting-related magazines such as Yarn Market News, and was a columnist for knit.1 magazine.
She began editing British knitting magazine Yarn Forward in 2008, but left the magazine to focus on her own publishing company, Cooperative Press.
She lives in Cleveland, Ohio.
( * Unique patterns for cozy, customized outdoor gear * ...)
(The Knitgrrl Guide To Professional Knitwear Design is the...)
(Like any modern, responsible citizen or fervent DIYer, yo...)
( Knitters who want new worlds to conquer can reach for t...)
( Crochet Style offers inspiring pieces to accentuate per...)
(It used to be that springtime meant putting aside knittin...)
(• Great price point—just 9.95 American dollars! • 15 fun...)
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(Customize your clothes. Transform your world. Do-it-your...)