num_pages: 256
description: Brave New Knits is the first book to celebrate the convergence of traditional hand-knitting and modern technology. The Internet has made it possible for the knitting community to connect through photos pattern-sharing and blogs that document the knitting projects and passions of dozens of designers and enthusiasts. With a Foreword written by Jessica Marshall Forbes co-founder of Ravelry.com Brave New Knits includes 26 must-have garment and accessory patterns all gorgeously photographed by knitting celebrity Jared Flood of Brooklyn Tweed. Contributors range from established designers like Norah Gaughan Wendy Bernard Anne Hanson and knitgrrl Shannon Okey to rising stars such as Melissa Wehrle Connie Chang Chinchio and Hilary Smith Callis. In-depth interviews with the designers reveal their design philosophy and passions. From shapely sweaters and delicate shawls to fingerless gloves and stylish hats each of the knitted designs features detailed directions and charts to i
language: English
title: Brave New Knits: 26 Projects and Personalities from the Knitting Blogosphere
publisher: Rodale Books