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Summary: my copy is worn oout and beloved
Review: I've worn my copy of Socks Soar to tatters and its got splatters of coffee etc on the pages, I've used it so much. Some of the socks I've made over and over again. Now Cat has a new book that is even better. A Treasury of Magical Knitting. It's unbelievable. Still with circular needles only something brand new and stunning. A few socks, boots actually, and lots of other projects. Such a beautiful book. Read my review of it on the page for the book. It really is a treasury of magical knitting.
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Summary: Great book for a new technique
Review: This book is WONDERFUL!!! I saw someone knitting using this technique at a Knit Out last fall and just HAD to get the book so I could learn too. I have finished 2 pairs of socks since getting the book at Christmas (about 4 weeks). The technique is described in complete detail. The section on converting "normal" patterns into two circular needles is almost unnecessary after making one of her pairs of socks, because the technique is so intuitive. This is MUCH easier than knitting socks on double point needles. Complaints about the book? The author suggests making caps and other circular projects using this technique but doesn't have any examples. But, I've done some hats using the principles learned in this book and they worked up like a dream. Also, the book is pricey, but how much is it really worth to learn something new that gives you a new prospective on your favorite craft? One more thing -- the lady I saw was knitting two socks at once. Now this REALLY appealed to me because I HATE finishing that second sock. But, again, using the techniques in the book and some shuffling around with needles, I managed to get two socks going on the same needles and finished both socks at the same time. GREAT FUN! Overall -- HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
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