Knitting in America

This book is outstanding, not only for knitters, but for anyone interested in American heritage. I have read this book from the perspective of a knitter and a spinner, and everytime I read it I feel that I am with a comfortable friend. This book makes me proud to be part of such a longstanding tradition as knitting and excites me to find people who just need a little help to start them knitting. I have yet to find another book that so full of ideas, both for projects and for a way of life.

Knitting in America is a joy to open! From page one to the end, each picture, description, technique and style is thrilling to explore. Melanie Falick did a fantastic job researching this book. Anyone who loves history, literature, geography, photography, America, color, texture or knitting will treasure this compilation! Choose Knitting in America over all others if there can be only one: You will not be disappointed!

This book is without a doubt a treasure for knitting lovers, but it may miss its wider audience. Knitting in America is for any reader interested in the nature of creativity, talent, and pioneering women. More than once my jaw dropped as I read about the accomplishments of these renaissance women, many of whom are our country's leading knitters in addition to being superlative achievers in other realms. Knitting in America should be on the list of "role model" books to inspire young girls. I also recommend the book to those who are working to advance their own creativity. The gorgeous knitting patterns are a bonus

I live to knit. I hoard wool, I have more mismatched needles than a porcupine.I can't help it - I'm hooked. In this book are people just like me who have made a difference in the world of knitting. The descriptions of their studios,the ways they utilize the craft, and the glimpses into their lives had me actually forcing myself to read slowly to savor each word and spectacular photograph. I will read it again. I will buy another copy when this is too smudged to read. The author brings you to the artists, dumps you into an easy chair at their sides, and lets you sit there with your mouth hanging open watching them work. Buy this book. give it to your friends. Write Melanie Falick a thank you note