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Alyse Wax

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• Book Review: Beautiful Embroidered and Embellished Knits by Jane Davis

  Simple techniques for beautifully enhanced knits.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Jan 09, 2009

• Book Review: Knitting For Good! A Guide to Creating Personal, Social, and Political Change Stitch by Stitch by Betsy Greer

  A guide to creating personal, social, and political change, stitch by stitch.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Jan 09, 2009

• Book Review: French Girl Knits by Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

  A beautiful collection of delicate, feminine knitting patterns.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Jan 07, 2009

• Book Review: Knitted Lace of Estonia by Nancy Bush and The Harmony Guide - 101 Stitches to Knit by Erika Knight

  Embellished knits for every level of knitter.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Jan 04, 2009

• Book Review: Glam Knits - 25+ Designs for Luxe Yarns by Stefanie Japel

  An indispensable collection of sexy, wearable knits.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Jan 04, 2009

• Book Review: Knitting Socks With Handpainted Yarn by Carol L. Sulcoski and Cute Knits for Baby Feet by Sue Whiting

  From “Flame Thrower Socks” to the ill-at-ease “Bobble-Socks” effect: This "Knit Picks" entry features a pair of socks-knitting books for all age groups.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Jan 03, 2009

• Book Review: Color Style by Pam Allen and Ann Budd

  A wonderful collection of patterned knits, from stripes to fair isle.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Jan 02, 2009

• Book Review: The Expectant Knitter - 30 Designs for Baby and Your Growing Family by Marie Connolly

  A knitting collection to complement your pregnancy.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Dec 16, 2008

• Book Review: Boutique Knits - 20+ Must-Have Accessories by Laura Irwin

  A beautiful collection of accessories to knit - perfect for the holidays.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Dec 09, 2008

• Book Review: Natural Knits For Babies & Toddlers by Tina Barrett

  Cute knitting patterns made with all natural, organic fibers.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Dec 05, 2008

• Book Review: Baby Beanies by Amanda Keeys and Knitted Finger Puppets by Meg Leach

  Two knitting books with great gift ideas for little ones. Excellent for leftover yarn.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Dec 01, 2008

• Book Review: Country Weekend Knits - 25 Classic Patterns for Timeless Knitwear by Madeline Weston

  Twenty-five beautiful, classic knitting patterns that follow traditional techniques.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Nov 25, 2008

• Book Review: Knitting Art - 150 Innovative Works From 18 Contemporary Artists by Karen Searle

  A fantastic, intriguing, and inspiring book of art. This is not a pattern book; this is a book of art in which the medium happens to be knitting.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Nov 13, 2008

• Book Review: Together or Separate - Knitting the New Twinset by Ann McCauley

  These twinsets go beyond tank-and-cardigan combos, but the designs are hit-or-miss.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Nov 13, 2008

• Book Review: Continuous Cables - An Exploration of Knitted Cabled Knots, Rings, Swirls, and Curlicues by Melissa Leapman

  Your complete guide to intricate and unique cable knitting.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Nov 12, 2008

• Book Review: Bags That Rock: Knitting on the Road by Kelley Deal

  A collection of 20 knit bags from The Breeders singer Kelley Deal.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Nov 11, 2008

• Book Review: Scrumptious Toppers for Tots and Toddlers by Debby Ware

  A collection of over-the-top hats that would make a two-year-old cringe.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Nov 09, 2008

• Book Review - Knitting Noro: The Magic of Knitting with Hand-Dyed Yarns by Jane Ellison

  An incongruous combination of beginner's patterns made with an expert's yarn.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Oct 27, 2008

• Book Review: It Girl Knits by Phoenix Bess

  Thirty fresh styles for the young and fabulous.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Oct 26, 2008

• Book Review: The Knitters Bible - Knitted Throws and Cushions by Claire Crompton

  A collection of unique patterns for every home decor.

  Review by Alyse Wax — on Oct 21, 2008