What do you think of when someone says “New England”? Myself I think of storm swept beaches and rocks jutting out into the ocean, snowy landscapes, rolling hills in every color imaginable, big red barns, and of course cozy fisherman sweaters.
This book has all of that and more. And not just sweaters but vests, hats, bags and mittens too.
Cecily Glowik MacDonald and Melissa La Barre have teamed up to bring us 25 patterns with classic wearability and contemporary style for knitters of all skill levels.
This book is available over at Interweave Press on July 1, so you’ll be one of the first to get this. To enter, tell me what you think of when someone mentions a “New England Knit
“. What’s the first thing that pops into your mind?
Leave me a comment! This giveaway is good until next Friday, July 2, 2010 (yes, I know, July already… deal with it!), when I will, with the help of my 65 lb lap-puppy pick a winner.
Ready, set, go……
i can’t wait until this book comes out, i’ve been stalking the photos on ravelry and everything in it looks so gorgeous!
Your description of “New England” is exactly what I picture in my mind’s eye. I think the sweaters would also look delightful with my high mountain desert as a backdrop!
Well, the FIRST thing that pops into my mind is heavy and scratchy, but the second thing is classic styling.
Having lived in New England my whole life, a New England knit is cozy and warm for wearing to November football games or light and airy for wearing for an evening walk on the beach.
I think of sailboats, fishing boats, rugged waters and windswept cheeks. And the wool sweaters to keep everyone warm and dry. Thanks for the great giveaway!
First thing that popped into my head was a big, cuddly fisherman’s sweater, with a turtleneck! Yum.
I think of woolly natural yarns and fisherman sweaters, the book looks amazing btw…
I think of fall back in New Hampshire curling up with blankets made by my Great Grandmother and my Grandmother. I also think of my daughter’s first fall in Maine, snuggled up with those same blankets!! I moved away from New England 2 1/2 years ago, and seeing the patterns in this book reminded me of some of the things I miss most about home! Thank you for such a great giveaway!!!
Cheers!
Sharon
A brisk evening, a snuggly sweater, a steaming bowl of clam chowder.
I’d love a copy… the book screams great cozy sweaters I need
I love reading Melissa’s blog, winning her book would be fantastic.
“New England Knits”? I think of bulky cable sweaters in cream colored wool, photographed near the shore.
The projects in this book look wonderful. I’d love to win a copy.
Whenever I hear “New England Knits”, I think of light Shetland wool in muted colors and knitting, late at night.
New England Knits means practical, cozy and classic designs.
I think of chill winds outside while I am warm with hot chocolate and cozy sweater inside. I would knit everything in this book.
I think of the blowing wind, sea smell and cosy sweater, would it be a perfect sweater for the seaside?
I think of Ganseys for some reason. Would love to get a copy of the book.
I think of preppy sweater vests!
Thick, cabled knits
I think on cozy, warm and soft cardigans and sweaters.
I love each design of this book 🙂
something warm,thick, wooley and earth-toned with lots and lots of cables!
Would super love a copy!
I’ve had this on on my wish list for ages! Would love to win a copy.
To me New England = Marinas, crisp breezes and beautiful Autumns. How wonderful to be able to do a give-away.
I think of warm and cozy sweaters!
I think of a big over sized fisherman sweater… yum!
Definitely some cozy sweaters, knit in fall colours with lots of detail. This book looks fantastic!
I’d love to have a copy of this book. The sweaters are gorgeous.
I think of lovely restful beaches.
This book looks like it oozes cozy!
I’d love this one!
When I think New England Knits, I think classical and warm outfits. I think of a cup of tea/coffee and knitting my the fire on a brisk fall evening. I think wool and alpaca cuddled softly against my hands as I knit something for my mother, boyfriend, or (selfishly) for me!
I definitely think of fisherman’s sweaters and feminine cardigans
My 103 lb yellow lab and I would love this book!
I have been drooling over this book ever since the previews were released!
The title makes me think of stormy ocean waves crashing on beaches. Same as you, I guess!
I can’t wait to peek at this book!
warm and wooly with a turtleneck
new england knits brings soft, cozy sweaters and hot tea in the snow to mind 🙂
Wow, that book looks awesome! Can’t believe I need to start thinking about warm cozy sweaters again already!
I so want a copy of this book!
Cheery red mittens, a bright spot in a snowy white New England landscape.
Would love to have a copy, thanks for hosting this giveaway!
~Libby
Something tweedy and cozy for those New England winters 🙂
To be honest, I think of thick, warm, gansey sweaters. Or maybe a novelty sweater with an intarsia lobster.
…I hope this book really sincerely changes my mind, since I think a New England knit could be quite chic!
I’m a huge fan of Melissa’s patterns! I’d love a copy!!
Big thick wonderful sweaters for walking by the ocean – that’s what New England sweaters says to me! The patterns are so individual with great lines and design.
Big thick wonderful sweaters for walking by the ocean – that’s what New England sweaters says to me! The patterns are so individual with great lines and design.
When I think of a New England Knit I think of the ocean waves and pretty shades of blues and greens:)
I am really excited about the New England Knits book! There are some awesome sweaters in there!
Gorgeous cabled sweaters and sheep, sheep, sheep. Baaaa.