Sunday, September 7, 2008

The Knitted Rug: 21 Fantastic Designs by Donna Druchunas

Published 2005
Here's a fresh take on the crafts of rugmaking and knitting-the very first book of its kind. These stylish rug projects are so eye-catching that it's hard to believe that even novices can create them. But they can, thanks to a sumptuously illustrated and thorough section on knitting basics; advice on embellishments, including embroidery; and instruction on finishing touches, from weaving ends to lining. Put this knowledge to work on a multicolored Big Needle Garter Stitch Rug, Knit and Purl Oval Rug, Thunderbird Wall Tapestry, and others. Every rug is photographed in a home setting, and includes patterns and ideas for modifying the design."Offers more than an attractive collection of patterns. [It] includes a history of knitted floor coverings...a tutorial, and a manual on a variety of knitting techniques."--Interweave"...an excellent introduction ....Even some of the more spectacular rugs...are suitable for beginning knitters. Warmly recommended..."--Library Journal

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Anonymous said...

Knitted rugs? While woven and hooked and even crocheted rugs are no secret to the needle worker, who knew that strikingly beautiful rugs could be created with only a pair of knitting needles? In her first book about rug knitting, Druchunas begins with a historical overview of knitted rugs and a photo gallery of rugs produced by contemporary rug knitters. The beginning knitter interested in making rugs need not go elsewhere to learn the skill of knitting, as the author includes an excellent introduction to knitting that covers all the skills and special technique needed to complete the 21 rug projects that follow. Each rug is photographed in a home setting, and patterns are graded for level of difficulty. Even some of the more spectacular rugs, like the Mitered Square Patchwork and Handspun Spiral rugs, are suitable for beginning knitters. Warmly recommended for large public libraries. Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information