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50 Sunflowers to Knit Crochet & Felt
I’ve mentioned how much I admire the multi-talented Kristin Nicholas --I was a fan of her knit designs long before we became friends. I’ve visited her farm. I can tell you, she is the real deal.
a sheep behind the house, and a bedroom-from my visit in May 2012 |
Artist, designer, farmer, decorator, photographer--all of it. She is one of few people I begrudge my sheep photography admiration (hardass I am). Her house isn’t a fake set just for the photo shoots, it really is her world. You may know she also grows and sells fields of sunflowers--and thus the inspiration for this book.
Kristin's felted sunflowers in her field. |
Although the title doesn’t let you know that there are also instructions to knit, crochet and otherwise embellish robins, ladybugs, leaves, butterflies, even a polka dot crocheted vase in which to stick your handcrafted flowers--all in her gorgeous color sense. There are also 15 projects to make, from decorative wall art to useful small gifts (washclothes and baby rattle) to cool home items (mailbox and door wreath).
It feels like a bounty-- I’m tired of books that only have a couple of ideas and streettttttttch them thin. Kristin’s book is the opposite.
As always she is generous with the instructions, the technique, with a playful layout and excellent photos. Class act, this one. The only reason I can bear to give it away? She sent me an extra copy just for that purpose. I have this idea I’m going to make flowers to embellish holiday gifts this year. Better get cracking? yeah yeah, I know...
I'm giving away this book by mail , leave a comment below, by 6 am Saturday morning December 7th , with your email address* or your Ravelry name. I’ll choose a winner by random number generator.
(added 12-8-13 giveaway is over-thanks!!!)
___Stop by again soon, I'm going to keep reviewing and giveaway-ing all month.__________ *my blogging platform doesn’t reveal your email address with your replies normally, so I need it. if you are worried about it attracting a ‘bot scanning for addresses, feel free to leave it as JaneSewAThotstuffDOTCom ok? Thanks
42 comments:
I would love a copy of that book!! My email address is cmspecht@yahoo.com...thanks so much!!
I love Kristin's work -- straynotionsatcomcastdotnet
Kristin's color work is a real inspiration.
tobie.lurieatgmail.com
What a lovely giveaway! I love the photo of the bedroom you stayed in gkjsutatgmaildotcom
I would love to win Kristen's book of sunflowers. Thanks for the chance. Deidre --email:
gen-kookieATmywayDOTcom
would love to win sandeelaporte@gmail.com
Love Kristin's work, so would love her book. Thanks for the chance. Email is: sandinmyyarnATmeDOTcom
Also, can't wait until your Rhinebeck book comes out!
a bright spot in the bleek winter. These would be fun to knit for cheer! alcbrooksatwindstrem.net
I would love to win!
Sounds interesting,count me in,please.Thank you for the chance to win it,so generous of you.
Love Kristin's work AND sunflowers!
Thanks for a chance to win a copy! aalcorn5atgmaildotcom.
I love flowers. I love to crochet. I love you!!!
x.o.
Love sunflowers! Thanks for the chance to win this! slwilberAtsbcglobadotnet
Love sunflowers!
sparky136 on Ravelry
I love flowers, this book seems really inspiring. Ohlalalaine on Ravelry
Who doesn't love flowers? And I can see how I could use a couple of these patterns on a long-term freeform project I am doing!
I'm beluke on Rav.
What a great giveaway!
we all need a few more flowers in our lives.
Pagecsa on Rav :)
Finally....flower patterns...I'm thrilled and would LOVE this book!
I love Kristen Nicholas' work. Thanks for the chance to win the book.
lmecoll on Ravelry
I love Kristin's feltwork and flowers. I would love to have her book.
joheintz@hotmaildotcom
Lovely looking book! Kristin is so talented!
Lee (mamagiff on ravelry)
I would love to win this book. Thanks for the chance.
sherryglover1 on RAV
I love Kristen's work and heard her interviewed recently (catching up on podcasts). Would love a copy of her book. I'm Shing on ravelry.
:-)
My Rav: Cicha
Although we've never met, I am also a fan of Kristin's work; glad to hear she's as real as she appears. What a great name you have for your blog...love it!
I'm Thistle Cove Farm on Rav.
What a beautiful book!
KimeijpenATaolDOTcom
Count me in please.
laurie
lariluuataolcom
Kristin's work just makes me happy!
texknitteratyahoodotcom
My mom loves sunflowers. I want to make her a whole basketful.
Susan in Katonah (SusanM on Ravelry)
What a nice book! Love her patterns.
sumac
Would love to win this great book!
JKnits51 on Ravelry
OOh, the ideas are endless. Thanks for the chance. victoriadotsmith456ATgmaildotcom
Kristin Nicholas has such an incredible sense of color. Wonderful book.
janesezknitATyahooDOTcom
You are my inspiration! Great blog!
ImperialCookies@gmail.com
Love all the colorful designs by Kristin.
sherileamoon@gmail.com
Would love this book! ansicoAThotmailDOTcom
gift embellishments sounds like a great idea! I'd be more likely to make snowflakes though :) carmen99 at asimplehomestead.com
Since today is cold and snowy, I could really use some sunshine and warmth, if only in the form of knitted sunflowers.
SheilaOKeefe on rav
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