The Yarn Garden: 30+ Knits Using Plant-Based Fibers
J. Marsha Michler
Pick a bouquet of beautiful projects from The Yarn Garden.
Discover the joys of working with plant-based yarns! From traditional favorites like cotton and linen to more exotic choices such as nettle and hemp, plant-based yarns are a joy to knit with and offer many unique benefits. If you want to knit sweaters (and wear sweaters!) year-round, plant-based yarns are perfect for warm-weather knitting. Plant-based yarns also boast a wide range of weights and textures, so it's easy to bring a new twist to your knits. If you want to make projects that are eco-friendly and animal-product free, you'll find what you're looking for here.
The Yarn Garden includes:
- more than 30 beautiful patterns for garments and accessories for knitters and crocheters of all skill levels.
- helpful information about plant-based yarns, including how they are manufactured and their characteristics.
- everything you'll need to know to create and care for projects made with plant-based yarns and enjoy them throughout every season.
- Pick up some needles and some plant-based yarns and find out how beautifully your yarn garden can grow.
Paperback, 144 pages
Published December 1st 2009 by Krause Publications
ISBN13: 9780896898271