Knit, Hook, and Spin

Knit, Hook, and Spin
Knit, Hook, and Spin

Knit, Hook, and Spin

A Kid's Activity Guide to Fiber Arts and Crafts
By Laurie Wiin Carlson

JUVENILE NONFICTION

144 Pages, 11 x 8.5

Formats: Trade Paper, EPUB, PDF, Mobipocket

Trade Paper, $16.99 (US $16.99) (JP $2863.00) (EU $15.99) (CA $21.99) (AU $26.99)

ISBN 9781613734001

Rights: WOR

Chicago Review Press (Jun 2016)

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Overview

An introduction to the wonderful and creative world of fiber arts and crafts
Unleash your inner artist with this ultimate guide to fiber arts for kids!

Knit, Hook, and Spin is packed with over 70 fun and engaging projects that teach a variety of fiber arts techniques, including knitting, felting, knotting, weaving, crocheting, and dyeing. Clear, step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations make it easy for kids to create their own unique and useful crafts.

Learn to felt a handy bag, braid a colorful rug, weave a tapestry, knit comfy slippers, crochet an eye-catching belt, and much more! Discover fascinating facts and history along the way, from Viking ships' woolen sails to Japanese giant straw sculptures. Perfect for ages 9 and up, this activity guide is a must-have for any craft-loving kid's home or classroom. Get ready to knit, hook, and spin your way to creative fun!

Reviews

“Readers interested in exploring fiber crafts should find this to be an accessible entry point, with a broad range of methods to try.” —Publishers Weekly


"From slippers to tote bags and from friendship bracelets to comfort dolls, there is something for almost anyone wanting to learn how to create from these very tactile sources. Tear up your T-shirts, unravel old sweaters, warm up your fingers, and create some handcrafted fun for yourself, for friends, and for those in need of small comforts." —Kirkus Reviews


"The whole design, with its clean layout and good-sized print invites children to pick it up..." —Booklist, starred review


"In this joyous exploration of fiber arts, students will learn how to felt, knot, spin, weave, knit, crochet, and dye a variety of textiles." —School Library Journal


"This is a great book for kids and adults, who want to learn to craft but aren't sure where to go." —Mom Read It


“Want to draw the kids in your life into fiber arts plus keep them busy all summer? Take a look at this book.” —Knitty

Author Biography

Laurie Carlson is the author of over 20 nonfiction books for children and adults including Colonial Kids, Days of Knights and Damsels, More Than Moccasins, Westward Ho, and others. She operates an artisanal yarn store on her farm and speaks to local groups about goats, sheep, and fiber arts. She lives in Dallas, OR.