Lace knitting doesn't have to drive you crazy! Well-known
fiberartist and teacher, Myra Wood invites you to have fun and be
creative while knitting lace. This book is a radical departure from the
usual pre-designed patterns. You'll discover the wonderful world of
improvisational knitting and find your own style emerge whether
symmetrically or completely randomly.
Starting with a comprehensive
explanation of "Lace Logic" you'll quickly learn how and why different
types of lace patterns are created, You'll then explore unlimited
approaches to create your own lace treasures from your own designs.
Detailed instructions include adapting your own patterns as you knit
from existing lace patterns, charting entirely new patterns on the fly
or just winging it freestyle without any charts at all.
The book also
includes complete directions for many geometric shapes that can be used
with any Crazy Lace approach as the basis for gorgeous shawls, scarves
and stoles. Filled with luscious photography and detailed illustrations,
this book will become a treasured tool for beginning lace knitters as
well as seasoned heirloom knitters who want to break out of the box and
try something different. Filled with inspiration, this is the perfect
book for discovering the artistic approach to Creative Lace Knitting.