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June/July 10Knitting Green explores ways to integrate 'eco' perspective into knitting, and day-to-day life, with articles, essays and projects. This 160-page book encourages readers to create planet-friendly wearables and accessories from well-known knitting designers. Twenty fashionable projects cater for all skill levels, with patterns for a lace tunic, fingerless mitts, a cabled vest, knapsack and hats. * Needle & Handicrafts * July 10Knitting Green explores ways to integrate green perspectives into knitting and day-to-day life with articles, essays and planet-friendly projects. It's a truly delightful book with 20 fashionable designs including a lace tunic, fingerless mitts, a cabled vest, knapsack, grocery bag plus hats, wraps, scarves and tank tops. We loved the teddy with a seed-filled beanbag to heat in the microwave then pop in his tummy. All the garment designs have full blocking diagrams with imperial and metric measurements, to translate into ideas for machine knitting. If you're used to working from lace charts in MKM, you'll easily follow many of those given in this book. * Machine Knitting Monthly * July 10This eco-friendly title boasts 20 contemporary projects that demonstrate how you can enjoy your favourite hobby while doing your bit for mother earth, too. The beautifully laid out book features an array of accessories, pretty gifts, quick knits, garments and, one of our favourites, a cosy blue afghan blanket - just perfect for snuggling under with the latest issue of CB on a lazy afternoon. * Crafts Beautiful * Dec 10Harmonious, muted colours, lots of carefully composed photographs and a pleasingly textured paper combine 22 patterns from well-known designers with nine essays on issues such as the meaning of `organic' in the context of yarn. * SlipKnot * Autumn 10Harmonious, muted colours, lots of carefully-composed photographs and a pleasingly textured paper combine 22 patterns from well-known designers, with nine essays on issues such as the meaning of 'organic' in the context of yarn. * SlipKnot * Sept 10Eco-friendly yarns have become more common in recent years. In 'Knitting Green' Ann Budd encourages eco-conscious readers to decide how far they want to 'go green' and not to feel guilty if they haven't pursued a completely organic or recycled lifestyle. That said, this book contains a lot of information on current knitting industry practices, such as commercial dyeing, so you can make an informed decision next time you're on the hunt for new stash.The projects, which range from classic wraps to an ingenious bike shopping bag, have all been thoughtfully designed, making this an essential guide to eco-knitting for anyone concerned about our planet's future. * Simply Knitting * July 10What does it mean to be an environmentally conscious knitter? This book will help you find the answers. It doesn't preach, rather it provides you with the facts so you can make educated choices. From what makes a yarn organic to what sort of dyes to invest in, and how to recycle yarn yourself, there's a lot you can learn. And you'll discover that if we all work together, we can make a positive impact on the planet. Inside there are 20 contemporary patterns for you to enjoy, for clothes, furnishings, accessories and more. This book is a wonderful resource for knitters who care. * Knit Today * Read more...