Hardcover
144 Pages, 8.78 x 11.18 x 0.76 in
February 14, 2006
Crown Publishing Group
1400082714
9781400082711
From the Publisher
Internationally acclaimed knitwear designer Fiona Ellis shares the
meditative power of "mindful" knitting in this collection of 20
stunning cable designs. Enriched by notes from the author about the
spark behind her creative process, Inspired Cable Knits is
ideal for intermediate and returning knitters looking for a new
approach to a traditional technique.
Fascinated by nature's wonderful variety of patterns and textures,
Ellis offers new twists on cable knits. Inspired by the beauty of
sand rippled by the tide, the grooves and ridges of tree bark,
jagged lightning bolts, and yoga poses-these patterns are beautiful
and unique. Ellis, whose designs have been acquired by many top
names in the fashion industry, explains cable knitting thoroughly
and offers step-by-step instruction and charts for each pattern.
In this collection of 20 original, inspired designs, Ellis combines
her extensive fashion expertise with her own creative approach.
This unique selection of cable patterns ventures out of the
predictable realm of vertical columns and constant repetition and
into the spontaneous territory of a variety of natural designs.
Each pattern is combined with easy-to-follow instructions,
diagrams, and Ellis's own thought-provoking "mindfulness" pointers
to keep the mind engaged while the fingers are knitting. The four
themes of change, nature, energy, and time present a range of
captivating styles for the entire family. From sweaters to tank
tops, yoga bags to pillows, wraps to scarves, each of the 20
patterns offers an opportunity to tune into a mindful approach to
knitting.
The book's 20 unique patterns are grouped according to the four
themes that have shaped Fiona's design philosophy: change, nature,
energy, and time. This book encourages knitters not only to create
everything from sweaters to tank tops, yoga bags to pillows, and
wraps to scarves, but also to experience and think about the
artistic process. Unwind with Fiona Ellis's Inspired Cable
Knits.
From the Jacket
"Inspired Cables is a must-have for all those who knit
with their hearts and minds, as well as with their hands." -Trisha
Mlcolm, Vogue Knitting magazine
"Fiona Ellis's fresh and imaginative take on traditional cable
patterns will inspire novice knitters to master the simple process
of crossing stitches and will give experienced knitters plenty of
opportunity to fall in love, all over again, with this timeless
technique. These sweaters are inspired indeed!" -Pam Allen,
Interweave Knits magazine
About the Author
Fiona Ellis has been designing fashion knitwear professionally for
over ten years. Her designs have been seen on the pages of premiere
knitting magazines such as Vogue Knitting International
and Interweave Knits. She also designs for leading yarn
companies such as Classic Elite Yarns, Patons, and Berroco. Her
design concepts have also been acquired by some of the world's
leading fashion houses. She lives in Toronto, Canada. This is her
first book. Visit her website at fionaellisonline.com.
Lindsey Maier is a professional photographer and digital artist
with a fresh approach to modern photography. She tackles each
assignment with passion, intensity, and a sense of fun.