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Knitting Out Loud Book Review

February 10, 2008 by Shellie Wilson

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Knitting Out Loud is an audio book company publishing audio recordings of the best of knitting literature. It is the only audiobook company to specialize in knitting including, histories of knitting, essays on knitting and studies of ethnic styles of knitting and other fiber arts.

The best thing about Knitting Out Loud Audio books is that you can listen to them, yes you got it WHILE YOU KNIT.

I was sent two copies to review and I must say they were both quite delightful (mentioned below) but they currently have 6 Audio Books to choose from. I did not get a chance to listen to my review copies while actually knitting though, Instead in my car on my way to and from work. I always found knitting to be relaxing, but now I know listening to people talk about knitting is also relaxing.

A history of hand knitting RRP $29.95- I found this book to be intriguing and very educational, there is no doubt the research has been done to provide you with an in-depth account, both formal and personal of the history of Hand knitting.

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The Art Of Fair Isle Knitting – RRP $14.95 – This Audio book discusses the foundations of Fair isle knitting from it’s heritage to it’s modern day transition. It covers the social and political history behind Fair Isle Knitting and almost takes you back to the cold blistery nights spent knitting by the women of the Shetland island, where it all began.

—-COMPETITION GIVEAWAY—-

To Celebrate the debut of Knitting Out Loud Audio books we are giving you the chance to win the the review copies above.

For your chance to win tell me which copy you would like to win by leaving a “comment”on this post.

(make sure you use a valid e-mail ID so I can contact you if you are a winner, otherwise I will re-draw)

2 winners (1 of each copy) will be selected as the winners.

Competition Details.

Prize – 1 of 2 Knitting Audio Books

Close Date – 2nd March 2008

Entry – Worldwide, Entry- Once Only

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Comments

  1. Patti Peters says

    February 10, 2008 at 10:25 pm

    I’d love to win the history of knitting book. Thank you for considering me.

  2. Patti Peters says

    February 10, 2008 at 10:27 pm

    I’d love to win the history of knitting audiobook. Thank you for your consideration. I usually knit with a book on my ears.

  3. Marty Hartford says

    February 11, 2008 at 7:15 am

    The Art of Fair Isle Knitting book would be a great addition to my knitting reference book collection. Thank you for the info and for holding the drawing.

  4. Linda Lanese says

    February 11, 2008 at 9:25 am

    Clever idea! Good luck to the people that enter.

    Linda
    Felting

  5. Robin C says

    February 12, 2008 at 11:31 am

    I’d love to win the “The Art of Fair Isle”

  6. yarncrazy102 says

    February 12, 2008 at 5:36 pm

    As a mom to a DD who has benefitted greatly from audio books, I’m excited that these books are now available. The price is right, actually a bargain. This is just so wonderful. I went to the actual site and DD is thinking about which book she wants me to get her first. If an audio book on knitting can intrigue a sci-fi and mystery fan, then I’ll buy it.

  7. Cindi Hoppes says

    February 13, 2008 at 10:32 am

    Hello, Thanks for a fun contest! I would like any of the three, but the historical one I would enjoy the most. Thanks,Cindi

  8. RandomKnitterSpinner says

    February 14, 2008 at 4:38 am

    I would love to win the art of fair isle knitting, but either sound good

  9. Lorri says

    February 14, 2008 at 12:31 pm

    What a great way to “read” a book while knitting. I’d love to have a copy of The History of Hand Knitting.

  10. Sharon says

    February 15, 2008 at 11:26 am

    The fair isle knitting would be great to have!

  11. Nancy Harrington says

    February 15, 2008 at 3:29 pm

    Audio books and knitting — a terrific pair! I’d love to listen to A History of Hand Knitting.

  12. Amy Bourgeois says

    February 18, 2008 at 5:03 am

    The History of Knitting would be my first choice, but they both look wonderful!

  13. Deborah says

    February 22, 2008 at 12:42 pm

    Hi! I just found your site while searching for some Berroco pattern information. I definitely check it out further. My choice would be the History of Knitting, because I find antique pattern books and needlework tools fascinating. Thanks.

  14. craftee52 says

    February 25, 2008 at 6:22 am

    I like the sound of both of the Knitting Out Loud audio books, but I would love to win a copy of “The Art of Fair Isle Knitting” because it is a technique I have yet to master completely. Maybe hearing some of the history will make me work at it a bit harder.

  15. mette says

    February 25, 2008 at 6:22 am

    as “aDaneInItaly” (on Ravelry) I should be happy to win the “The Art Of Fair Isle Knitting”…. the Fair Isles are a part of Denmark and many patterns were and are still used in Denmark.
    This book would remember me my Grandma (mum’s mum) who taught me to knit more than half a century ago… and who knitted several things to me when I was a child just using some Fair Isle patterns (hats, jumpers, jackes, mittens) – which I don’t have any more but should like to try….
    winning this book it might be the way of trying!

    best knittingwishes
    mette – Italy
    knittingmette.etsy.com

  16. Shirley says

    February 25, 2008 at 7:38 am

    I would like to win the Knitting Out Loud

  17. Cindy says

    February 25, 2008 at 7:49 am

    I would LOVE to have “A History of Hand Knitting”. Glad to know these are becoming available!

  18. Shawn says

    February 25, 2008 at 9:13 am

    “The Art of Fair Isle Knitting” book would be the one I would choose. I am fascinated by this method, but don’t have the courage to try it yet.

  19. Becky Merrill says

    February 25, 2008 at 12:44 pm

    I would love to win the History of Hand Knitting but I would take either of them.

  20. Brenda Baker says

    February 25, 2008 at 7:38 pm

    I would like to win “A History of Hand Knitting?

    Thanks for the opportunity.

  21. Meri says

    February 25, 2008 at 7:56 pm

    I’d love to win ‘The Art Of Fair Isle Knitting’. It’s very interesting that they are now in audio books. My grandma would enjoy this.

  22. Elena says

    February 26, 2008 at 9:07 am

    What a marvelous idea! I would LOVE a copy of “A History of Knitting”. Thank you 🙂

  23. PJ Miller says

    February 26, 2008 at 2:59 pm

    What a great idea! I love to read, I love to knit, I love to read about knitting. Now I can do both at once. I’d love either – but my first choice is the History of Hand Knitting.

  24. Laurel says

    February 27, 2008 at 9:54 am

    I’ve never tried listening to a book while knitting…great idea tho! I would like to win a copy of the Art of Fair Isle Knitting. Thanks!

  25. Shelly Siegenthaler says

    February 27, 2008 at 2:08 pm

    I would love to listen while knitting. The History of Hand Knitting would be great.

  26. Linda Mays says

    February 27, 2008 at 6:27 pm

    Both books sound great. I would love to have “A History of Hand knitting” just a little more.
    Thanks, Linda

  27. Laura Ostrem says

    February 28, 2008 at 8:18 pm

    I would choose The Art of Fair Isle Knitting although both audiobooks sound interesting–great to listen to on those long commutes.

  28. CindyP says

    March 1, 2008 at 5:14 pm

    I would love to win either of the books! They both look wonderful! I love listening to audio books esecially while I’m knitting! A knitting audio book is just too perfect!

  29. Linda S says

    March 2, 2008 at 8:30 am

    What a novel idea! I would love to have The History of Knitting – it must be full of interesting facts!

  30. Jasminta says

    March 10, 2008 at 10:56 pm

    Thank you to everyone who entered, The winner has been notified.

    Keep an eye out for more great competitions.

  31. Dorris Winters says

    October 29, 2008 at 6:50 am

    I’d love to win “The Art of Fair Isle Knitting” D. Winters

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Just about anything you can make in fabric you can make in knitting, but there are some styles that you just don’t see that often translated into knitting. 

For example, a button down collared shirt. This is a classic design, of course, and it looks great in a knit version, but it’s just not something you see much of. 

Noma Ndlovu’s Guglethu shirt is the pattern to try if you want to knit your own button down shirt. This one is inspired by cashmere tops (though the sample was made out of yak yarn, not cashmere, and uses two strands of lace weight yarn held together) and includes lots of high-fashion details like double-knit cuffs, collar and shoulder seams. 

It has a patch pocket on the front and 10 buttons including the button band and the cuffs. 

The designer says you can also use a DK weight yarn held singly if you’d rather, and that the shirt looks good in a variety of yarns. There is another version on Ravelry that uses Berroco Remix Light, which is a mix of nylon, cotton, acrylic, silk and cellulose fibers. It has a more relaxed look but it still really pretty. 

The pattern has 12 sizes, with a full bust measurement ranging from 32.35 to 72.25 inches, or 82 to 183.5 cm. The designer suggests 2 to 6 inches, or 5 to 15 cm, of positive ease when you pick your size. I could totally see knitting one that’s even bigger to wear more like a jacket, because I do that a lot with button down shirts I already own.

I love all the details on this shirt, which isn’t necessarily difficult to knit, but might introduce you to some things you’ve never knit before (like those cuffs with the plackets, or a shirt collar like this). 

To learn more about this shirt and grab a copy of the pattern for yourself, head to Ravelry. 

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