Review
The sub title for this book is 'Modern Designs in Knitted Felt' and the author is a real enthusiast in boiling wool to create some inventive projects. She shows examples of many different woollen items she has created, varying from scarves, purses,cushions and even a pair of boots, all explained with good photographs and clear instructions. At the end of the book, she includes a section on Felting basics and gives useful advice on choosing the correct yarns and felting trouble shooting. There are also clear diagrams of knitting techniques for the less experienced knitter. This is a very useful book for anyone interested in felting techniques. --Meg-Online
Pace manipulates form, function and format by injecting a streamlined modernism into her felted items - from a substantial no-seam alpaca hoodie down to frivolous flower rings. With a palette of sorbet shades anchored by rich neutrals, she layers felted fabric and cuts away the top (a peekaboo pillow), utilizes embroidery hoops and brass circles as structure-setting (two whimsical bags) and exploits felts water and flame resistance by slipping knitted buds over tiny lights. Useful guides to troubleshooting and shaping felted knits round out this nicely textured title. --Yarn Market News, Jan 08
Product Description
It seems that almost every knitter has tried shrinking her knitting in the washing machine over the past few years, and why not? Knitted felt projects knit up quickly and create fun. In "Felt Forward", Maggie Pace shares 20 stylish, contemporary projects that will find everyday use for the most modern crafter.These sophisticated designs in an elegant color palette feature a range of fibers from alpaca, angora, and acrylic. Projects include soft and comfortable felted tops, purses and tote bags, colorful embossed hats, jewelry and accessories, slippers, pillows, modern home accessories, and even a strand of felted lights.With clear instructions and tips on making, shrinking, and using knitted felt, Pace gives anyone with basic knitting skills the tools to create one of a kind pieces.Beautiful photographs, step-by-step instructions and illustrations walk the first-time felter through all the processes.While the techniques and tools are simple, the shapes, colors, and materials of these pieces give them a sophisticated, urban feel that brings felt into the twenty-first century.
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