giveaway: Knitspeak: An A to Z Guide to the Language of Knitting Patterns
I have two copies of Knitspeak to give away! I love this book, and wish I'd had it when I was learning to knit. Knitspeak gathers together all the terms and abbreviations new knitters encounter, and explains them concisely, giving illustrated instructions along the way. Best of all, they explain why some things are done, something I really appreciate.
The book is compact, and set up in dictionary format with letter tabs along the right-hand side of the pages. Illustrations are hand drawn, and very clear.
The back pages contain reference charts for anatomy of knitted items like sweaters and socks, how to read a yarn label, substituting yarn, abbreviations at a glance, yarn weights to lengths and care instructions. The back cover even includes ruler markings for inches and centimeters should you need to check gauge or quickly convert a measurement.
This book would be perfect for both new knitters who haven't yet read Elizabeth Zimmerman, and intermediate knitters who are tackling more complicated patterns but might need some quick reminders as they go along. It will help establish a clear foundation of understanding that learning off scraps of information from, say, the internet cannot quite achieve. I point at myself here -- it took me ages to put together that invisible, tubular, and grafting were all words used for the same basic technique.
Note: This is not a book for the person who wants to learn to knit, rather it's a reference for the person who is just getting started knitting and knows the basics of casting on, knitting, purling and binding off. It does explain all these things, but it does not walk you through knitting your first square.
I have two copies of the book to give away!
Fine print:
- I'll choose the winner on Thursday night, December 20th at 8:00 p.m. PST. I'll ship the books as soon as I can, this might depend on working off-hours postal machines.
- You don't need to leave your real name, but do leave a valid email address. I'll be the only one who can see your email address (just don't put it in the actual comment box as well).
- If you have never left a comment here before I'll need to approve it before it publishes so don't worry if your comment doesn't show up right away.
- If I have not heard from an initial winner by January 3rd (I'm assuming some people will be away during the holiday break) I will choose another winner.
- Winners will be picked by a random number generator.
I saw that there were no comments, I can't understand why - I'd love a copy of the Knitspeak book.
Comment by Chantal — December 17, 2007 @ 10:54 am
I would love a copy!
Comment by Shea — December 17, 2007 @ 10:56 am
This sounds super helpful and considering I keep picking up knitting and then putting it down - i could really use the help!
Comment by Laura — December 17, 2007 @ 10:57 am
I want to learn how to knit! Would love this.
Comment by N — December 17, 2007 @ 10:57 am
i would absolutely love to win one of these. as a very very new knitter its discouraging when you don't know what half the stuff on the patterns mean. i'll keep my fingers crossed!!! love your site!!!!
Comment by erin — December 17, 2007 @ 10:58 am
I would love to own a copy.
Comment by MKH — December 17, 2007 @ 11:00 am
lucky number 3. pick me!
Comment by barrie — December 17, 2007 @ 11:00 am
I would love to have a copy of this book for my friend who desperately wants to learn how to knit. I know my way around a knitting needle on a basic level and she keeps asking me to teach her...but she is not inherently crafty and I am not a good teacher...a bad combination. This would be a great thing for the both of us!
Comment by Martha — December 17, 2007 @ 11:00 am
This would be such a lovely gift for my bestie- she's teaching herself to knit, and that means scarves for me! :)
Comment by nadarine — December 17, 2007 @ 11:00 am
Chantal - There weren't any comments because the post had been up for about 45 seconds before you left yours!
Comment by megan — December 17, 2007 @ 11:01 am
I would love one of those! If I don't win it I think i may buy it.
At the moment I use the handy reference pages in my stitch and bitch book, but when they don't have something I end up scrambling looking for a decent site on google.
Comment by Joanna — December 17, 2007 @ 11:01 am
ooh! this book would be wonderful! i am always googling terms and would love to have a nifty resource like this!
Comment by CorporateMonkey — December 17, 2007 @ 11:02 am
Aaah, Megan! Pick me! I love knitting! But I need some help. :)
Comment by Amy — December 17, 2007 @ 11:03 am
Aren't you generous?! Too kind. This would definitely start me on another 'crack cocaine' habit as my husband calls my quilting.
Comment by Cheryl — December 17, 2007 @ 11:03 am
oh me me me please!
Comment by megan hunt — December 17, 2007 @ 11:04 am
Oh wow, I'd love a copy! :)
Comment by Kelly — December 17, 2007 @ 11:04 am
Not only do I WANT a copy, I NEED a copy. That looks like a fantastic knitting reference book!
Comment by Michelle — December 17, 2007 @ 11:04 am
Pick me! Please!! I'm a terrible knitter.
Comment by Rachel — December 17, 2007 @ 11:05 am
I LOVE reading your blog, you are so inventive!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 11:06 am
Oh, I hope it is me!
Comment by Lizbeth — December 17, 2007 @ 11:07 am
pick me, pick me!
Comment by greta — December 17, 2007 @ 11:09 am
ooh ooh!!! me me!!
Comment by jerygan — December 17, 2007 @ 11:12 am
Wow, that looks like a book every knitter needs on their shelf. If I don't win a copy (thanks for the chance, so generous of you!), I'll be sure to pick one up.
Comment by Michelle — December 17, 2007 @ 11:12 am
This would be a wonderful book to own. I'm in.
Comment by RainaB — December 17, 2007 @ 11:16 am
Maybe this book will help me finish my first knitting project I started three years ago!
Comment by AnEmily — December 17, 2007 @ 11:16 am
Whoo count me in! Im just learning how to knit myself!
Comment by Stephanie — December 17, 2007 @ 11:16 am
Ooh the pretty pink cover alone has me lusting for this book. It would look beautiful on my shelf of knitting books.
Comment by Kaitie Tee — December 17, 2007 @ 11:19 am
enter me in please!
Comment by Hanna — December 17, 2007 @ 11:19 am
I would love a copy of this book. Please count me in.
Thanks!
Comment by Tasha — December 17, 2007 @ 11:19 am
I'd love a copy of this book!
Comment by Rachel — December 17, 2007 @ 11:20 am
Thanks for another fabulous tip, even if I don't win!
Comment by Jackie — December 17, 2007 @ 11:20 am
I love your blog! And I'd LOVE to be entered in your contest!
Comment by Lindsey — December 17, 2007 @ 11:21 am
i hope it's me! awesome book.
Comment by Kristin — December 17, 2007 @ 11:21 am
I have a definite need for that book. Fingers crossed!
Comment by Kathy — December 17, 2007 @ 11:22 am
I'd like to be put in the drawing. Thanks!
Comment by Melissa — December 17, 2007 @ 11:25 am
trying to become a better knitter in 2008 - what a great way to start!
Comment by Brianne — December 17, 2007 @ 11:25 am
Wow, what a great book and offer! I would love to be the lucky recipient.
Comment by Jenny — December 17, 2007 @ 11:25 am
Thanks for the chance!
Comment by Ro — December 17, 2007 @ 11:26 am
Please enter me in the raffle -- I need all the knitting help I can get!
And I'm eagerly awaiting the 2x2 tubular bind on / bind off tutorials. I made up my own based on other's techniques as well, and they're kind of...funky? Not right anyway.
Comment by mollysusie — December 17, 2007 @ 11:30 am
I'd love a copy. Thanks, Megan!
Comment by Molly — December 17, 2007 @ 11:31 am
I love knitting!! but I learned from my grandma.. so sometimes the terminolgy is difficult to understand
Comment by adri — December 17, 2007 @ 11:31 am
Me too please, Looks a heck of a lot smaller than "knitting for dummies" and probably way more informative.
I need this for my knitting bag
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 11:32 am
How exciting! I would love a copy of this book, thanks for the opportunity :)
Comment by sarah e — December 17, 2007 @ 11:33 am
Wow! That sounds like a great reference book. I'd LOVE a copy!
Comment by Antelopebaby — December 17, 2007 @ 11:33 am
Looks like a great book, thanks!
Comment by Mary — December 17, 2007 @ 11:34 am
Hurray for giveaways!
Comment by Katie — December 17, 2007 @ 11:34 am
This is perfect! I just took a knitting class and this book would be helpful! I hope they have a section on dropped stitches!
Comment by Lauren — December 17, 2007 @ 11:36 am
Count me in!
Comment by Courtney — December 17, 2007 @ 11:37 am
Wow, that looks like a terrific book. I could definitely use it!
Comment by Marsha — December 17, 2007 @ 11:37 am
Wow, this book looks great!
Comment by kelli — December 17, 2007 @ 11:38 am
I need this! I just started knitting and am picking it up fast (the knit and purl anyway) and I want to start knitting from patterns but I don't know how to read them or how to do any other stitches! This would kick start my new hobby!
Comment by stephanie — December 17, 2007 @ 11:39 am
Whoa! That's too cool!
If I don't win it ill just steal a copy!! LMAO! j/k. Santa's watching!
Comment by Heather — December 17, 2007 @ 11:42 am
Great giveaway--my fingers are crossed, but if I don't win, I'll look into purchasing this based on your recommendation. Thanks!
Comment by Emma — December 17, 2007 @ 11:45 am
I would love to win a copy!
Comment by Heidi — December 17, 2007 @ 11:46 am
i so need something like this!
Comment by baz — December 17, 2007 @ 11:48 am
i've been wanting to learn to knit for sometime. I have this book on my xmas list and i thought i was going to have to buy it for myself!
Comment by amber — December 17, 2007 @ 11:49 am
would love this. especially since i still can't read patterns.
Comment by becky — December 17, 2007 @ 11:49 am
This would definitely be of great help to me as I'm now venturing beyond knitting scarves and hats . . .
Comment by Kristy — December 17, 2007 @ 11:53 am
Would love a copy. About to start two projects and it would be invaluable!
Comment by Jean — December 17, 2007 @ 11:55 am
Oh please pick me!!!!!
I can only knit scarves and would love to advance to making mittens and socks for my son.
Thanks.
Comment by Tina — December 17, 2007 @ 11:56 am
I'd love one!
Comment by Krysten — December 17, 2007 @ 11:56 am
A must for my collection. Please,please pick me. Thanks
Comment by Jacqueline — December 17, 2007 @ 11:57 am
I would absolutely ADORE a copy of this book! I've been in S. Korea for the past semester and I've been dying dying dying to start knitting again once I return home!! (It just so happens that I'll be flying back right as you're picking the winner... coincidence?)
:)
Comment by Melissa — December 17, 2007 @ 11:58 am
me please. My mom would love it.
Comment by Tara — December 17, 2007 @ 12:00 pm
I would love to win this book. I have been taking classes and would love to know exactly what all the seasoned knitters are talking about.
Comment by Jody Jackson — December 17, 2007 @ 12:01 pm
Thanks for the contest :)
Comment by Lesha — December 17, 2007 @ 12:01 pm
What a cool book!
I need a copy of that.
Comment by Heather — December 17, 2007 @ 12:02 pm
I watch one of the women on our PTA board knit at every meeting.
The meetings are so boring and.I would love to sit and knit with her to pass the time and do something productive with my hands beside chewing my fingernails!
Comment by Erica — December 17, 2007 @ 12:06 pm
Oh, yes please!
Comment by Carla — December 17, 2007 @ 12:07 pm
Ooo, how cool! I've made this the year I give away knitted items as gifts, what an awesome bonus it would be to have an on-hand resource to get to the next level. And my birthday is on saturday, so it'd be perfect!
Comment by Audrey — December 17, 2007 @ 12:07 pm
My grandmother just taught me how to knit, she was so excited about passing on her skills to the next generation. I would love to have this book to practice w/ since she is limited to what she can show me...she has arthritis.
Comment by Stacey — December 17, 2007 @ 12:08 pm
i'll throw my hat into the ring. it would make a great birthday present especially since december 20th is my birthday.
thanks!
Comment by maryse — December 17, 2007 @ 12:08 pm
I am going to give this as a gift & would love to have a copy for myself!!
Comment by Kelsey — December 17, 2007 @ 12:09 pm
As someone who's new to knitting, I would love to win a copy! :)
Comment by Kim — December 17, 2007 @ 12:09 pm
I would love a copy of this!
Comment by Rachel — December 17, 2007 @ 12:09 pm
Hi, Not Martha.
Longtime listener, first-time called (oh, wait... longtime READER, first-time POSTER!)
It sounds like a great book. I don't own many knitting books (use the library) so it'd be a great start!
Comment by bfmomma — December 17, 2007 @ 12:10 pm
looks like a great reference!
Comment by Jen — December 17, 2007 @ 12:11 pm
I'd love a copy of this book. I usually stick to pretty simple projects, so whenever I got for something a little more complicated I find I've forgotten how to m1 or something.
Comment by Erin — December 17, 2007 @ 12:12 pm
Please add me to the drawing--it looks like a great book!
Comment by sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 12:13 pm
That book looks right up my alley. I have the basics down, but would like to do something a little more fancy and just need a few directions.
Comment by Jessie — December 17, 2007 @ 12:13 pm
I would LOVE to own this book!
Comment by Tanya — December 17, 2007 @ 12:14 pm
Sounds like a great book - I'd love a copy!
Comment by Annika — December 17, 2007 @ 12:15 pm
oh, i'm trying so hard to finish my sweater and i think this is just what i need to help me along...
Comment by shayna — December 17, 2007 @ 12:15 pm
It looks like a wonderfully helpful book!
Comment by Faye — December 17, 2007 @ 12:15 pm
That is so awesome, especially since I'm just starting to knit and crochet.
Comment by Jess — December 17, 2007 @ 12:16 pm
This looks like a fantastic book - thanks for the contest!
Comment by Jen — December 17, 2007 @ 12:16 pm
Hi! Love your blog (have been reading for a while). Please enter me in the drawing -- I love all things knitterly and could use this sort of reference.
Comment by Jan — December 17, 2007 @ 12:16 pm
I'd love a copy of this book! Thanks for another fun give-away.
Comment by Sharon — December 17, 2007 @ 12:17 pm
how wonderful! this would greatly enhance my venture into the knitting craft.
Comment by joyce — December 17, 2007 @ 12:17 pm
Make me lucky number 86!
Comment by Kari — December 17, 2007 @ 12:19 pm
Throw my name in the hat please! Thanks!
Comment by Stefanie — December 17, 2007 @ 12:19 pm
Oooh, enter me, please!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 12:19 pm
Would love a copy. Thanks for posting about it!!!
Comment by Beth — December 17, 2007 @ 12:22 pm
I have been knitting for two years now....but I've only ever made scarves and blankets....because every time I look at the instructions for anything else I'm a little (or a lot) intimidated. So I think I need this book.
Comment by Amanda — December 17, 2007 @ 12:23 pm
Pick me, pick me! I'm glad to hear (see) that I am not the only one who has trouble with knitting directions.
Comment by amber — December 17, 2007 @ 12:26 pm
Please sign me up.
Happy Holiday!
Comment by Liberty — December 17, 2007 @ 12:26 pm
What a great coincidence - I'm the *exact* person you described in the "Note" section. You might as well just send me the book now. ;)
Comment by Jane — December 17, 2007 @ 12:26 pm
Oooh, that would be a handy dandy little reference!
Comment by Leslie — December 17, 2007 @ 12:27 pm
looks like a fantastic addition to any knitter's library!
Comment by romila — December 17, 2007 @ 12:27 pm
oh i would love to have this book! i'm a pretty new knitter and some patterns just assume you know what they're talking about, which i don't :)
Comment by jen — December 17, 2007 @ 12:27 pm
What a wonderful Christmas gift this would be! For me that is! Thank you for finding all these great ideas!
Comment by Amie — December 17, 2007 @ 12:29 pm
Me, please! I'm a new knitter dying to really understand how to read a pattern. This sounds like a terrific reference book!
Comment by gabrielle — December 17, 2007 @ 12:29 pm
I want it! PLEASE! I taught myself and definitely need some help...
Comment by aimZ — December 17, 2007 @ 12:29 pm
please! oh please!
Comment by kelly — December 17, 2007 @ 12:29 pm
I'd love a copy. Thanks!
Comment by EmmaC — December 17, 2007 @ 12:30 pm
I've been knitting for about a year now, but have only been able to do simple scarves. Would LOVE to graduate to something more complicated and think this book would really help, so please pick me!!!! My friends and family will love you because I'm sure they're sick of scarves!! :)
Comment by chris — December 17, 2007 @ 12:30 pm
oooh... great book! Pick me, pick me! puh-leeeeze? :D
Comment by JavaNut — December 17, 2007 @ 12:30 pm
I love Elizabeth Zimmerman, and I could surely use a copy of Knitspeak! Thanks!!
Comment by Gail — December 17, 2007 @ 12:31 pm
I'd love a copy!
Comment by Lisa — December 17, 2007 @ 12:32 pm
Wooooaaaaah
This looks really really nice.
I've always started to learn knitting in summer and then gave up because my hands were getting to sweaty from the wool!
And then I forget about it when it is winter and a good time for some knitting!
This is a nice reminder though!
Comment by Cornflakegirl88 — December 17, 2007 @ 12:32 pm
Just for the kitchener stitch!!! Wow! Thanks for the opportunity!
Comment by Bonney — December 17, 2007 @ 12:33 pm
I'm just learning to knit and would love to have a copy!
Comment by Rachael — December 17, 2007 @ 12:33 pm
I would love this book. It is something that would really help me.
Thank you!
Comment by Debbie — December 17, 2007 @ 12:33 pm
oh i could really use the help! cpunt me in!
Comment by ren — December 17, 2007 @ 12:34 pm
I'd be lucky to win something else from your blog. A knitting reference book would be very helpful.
Comment by Carrie — December 17, 2007 @ 12:34 pm
Ooh! I could so use that! My mom has learned to knit, and (the utter perfectionist that she is) she wants to know everything and calls me constantly to work out stitches over the phone. This might help her a lot more (seeing how buying her a webcam is a bit more expensive... and that's my only other solution right now!)
Comment by missy — December 17, 2007 @ 12:34 pm
woot! I would LOVE a copy of this! My guy's mom started teaching me last summer and things were peachy, but I put it away and now I don't have a clue how I did all that. We're about to spend 11 days together over the holiday and I'm hoping for a refresher course, but it sure would be nice to have a reference when I'm not hanging out with her. Fingers crossed!
Comment by sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 12:35 pm
I'd love it- I've been knitting for about 5 years! thanks!
Comment by Gina — December 17, 2007 @ 12:35 pm
I would love one of these!
Comment by Joy — December 17, 2007 @ 12:37 pm
I'd love one!
Comment by Kelly — December 17, 2007 @ 12:37 pm
I would love this book..I've been trying to learn how to knit something more than a scarf for years. Thanks!
Comment by Melanie — December 17, 2007 @ 12:39 pm
I would love a copy of the book! I love your site!
Comment by eliza — December 17, 2007 @ 12:39 pm
Just teaching myself how to knit. Would love one!!!
Comment by Kelly — December 17, 2007 @ 12:39 pm
i totally need something like that!
Comment by susanne — December 17, 2007 @ 12:39 pm
Hooray! I really enjoy your site.
Comment by Paula — December 17, 2007 @ 12:40 pm
Oh my, I didn't even know a book like this existed!
Comment by blair — December 17, 2007 @ 12:41 pm
I'd love to enter the contest, thank you!
Comment by Katie Alender — December 17, 2007 @ 12:41 pm
Pick me ! :)
Comment by Kristen — December 17, 2007 @ 12:42 pm
Hot diggity dog! A knitting book!!!
Comment by Lindsay — December 17, 2007 @ 12:43 pm
Fantastic! I've wantted to get into knitting since I started reading your site. Thanks!
Comment by Nightfall — December 17, 2007 @ 12:43 pm
Please put me in the drawing! Thanks!
Comment by Crystal — December 17, 2007 @ 12:43 pm
Oooh, pick me! :)
Comment by swankette — December 17, 2007 @ 12:46 pm
I love to knit but get so frustrated because I don't "read" knitting! Thanks for the give aways! What fun!
Comment by Nicki — December 17, 2007 @ 12:47 pm
This looks like a great book for a beginner! I'd love to win it for a friend!
Comment by heather — December 17, 2007 @ 12:47 pm
ooo! me me me! please!!!
Comment by Kate — December 17, 2007 @ 12:48 pm
yes please!
Comment by angela — December 17, 2007 @ 12:48 pm
OMG! I've just started knitting again, and a solid reference would be awesome. (I just spent way too much time this past weekend combing websites about thumb gussets)
hurray knitting!
Comment by lar — December 17, 2007 @ 12:49 pm
I definitely need/want this!
Comment by Dalis — December 17, 2007 @ 12:49 pm
I would love this book. I've been teaching myself via the internet and have also realized there are tons of different names for the same thing. Help!
Comment by Emily — December 17, 2007 @ 12:50 pm
I see it has a page on the Kitchener stitch ... maybe this book will help me get it right. I'm a disaster with that Kitchener stitch.
Comment by Kim — December 17, 2007 @ 12:50 pm
please enter me in the drawing - the book looks great!
Comment by Andrea — December 17, 2007 @ 12:52 pm
Oh, I want.
Comment by Jenne — December 17, 2007 @ 12:53 pm
Thanks for this opportunity!
Comment by Courtney — December 17, 2007 @ 12:54 pm
oooh! i've been wanting to learn to knit for ages!
Comment by sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 12:55 pm
Thanks for the opportunity!
Comment by Courtney — December 17, 2007 @ 12:56 pm
yes please!
Comment by KML — December 17, 2007 @ 12:56 pm
Sounds like just the sort of book I could use!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 12:56 pm
Lots of entries!! Enter me, too, please! Happy Holidays, everyone!
Comment by Dava — December 17, 2007 @ 12:56 pm
I'd like to add my name to the madness, um, drawing! Thanks!
Comment by Red — December 17, 2007 @ 1:01 pm
I'd be thrilled.
Comment by Kuri — December 17, 2007 @ 1:02 pm
Thanks for offering up a giveaway!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 1:03 pm
A perfect alternative to calling my Mom and trying to follow her mysterious, labyrinthine instructions.
Thanks for the contest, Megan.
Comment by kristina — December 17, 2007 @ 1:07 pm
i want in! coincidentally, i just started teaching myself last week!
Comment by jen — December 17, 2007 @ 1:07 pm
count me in! just learning how to knit so that would be helpful :)
Comment by caro — December 17, 2007 @ 1:09 pm
fingers crossed!
Comment by gwen — December 17, 2007 @ 1:12 pm
Mememe!
Comment by Karrey — December 17, 2007 @ 1:13 pm
I am just beginning to knit (only completed a few scarves and some potholders for holiday gifts so far) so I imagine this would be incredibly handy to have!
Comment by Laura — December 17, 2007 @ 1:14 pm
Love your site... could definitely use the knitting book!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 1:14 pm
I can never remember how to cast-on... Kinda makes it hard to knit.
Comment by libbyhunt — December 17, 2007 @ 1:15 pm
Would love this for me and my 8 yr old who wants to learn to knit!
Comment by Brandi — December 17, 2007 @ 1:17 pm
I'd love a copy to give to my cousin who just learned how to knit, because of me.
Since I can't be there to help her in person, this would be a great resource for her.
Thanks for offering it!
Comment by Ellen — December 17, 2007 @ 1:17 pm
As a new knitter I'd love a copy of this book!
Comment by J — December 17, 2007 @ 1:17 pm
I would love to be added to the draw. I'm a beginner (frustrated) knitter and that cheery cover gives me hope. Thanks!
Comment by S — December 17, 2007 @ 1:18 pm
Sounds like a great book! I would like a copy! Thanks
Comment by D — December 17, 2007 @ 1:18 pm
I love reference books!
Comment by Emy — December 17, 2007 @ 1:19 pm
OH OH OH....pick ME!!!
Comment by Nancy — December 17, 2007 @ 1:19 pm
i'd love a copy! thanks!!
Comment by Sara — December 17, 2007 @ 1:21 pm
Hi! That description SO fits me: I can knit squares and scarves (long rectangles!) but get freaked out over anything more complicated. Thanks for the giveaway--fingers crossed!
Comment by sherri — December 17, 2007 @ 1:23 pm
what a great holiday giveaway!
Comment by cara — December 17, 2007 @ 1:28 pm
I lead a knitting club of about 20 members, all different levels of experience. We have a lending library of books, tools and yarn, where we will keep this book. The members will surely use it alot.
Comment by Rosalyn — December 17, 2007 @ 1:29 pm
oh me oh my - oh!
i need a copy of THAT yo!
what a great way to check out who's reading you too -- everclever girls... !!
Comment by kate — December 17, 2007 @ 1:30 pm
Oh! Count me in. . . I want to learn how to knit too!!
Comment by Amanda — December 17, 2007 @ 1:30 pm
count me in, please.
Comment by Vanessa McCormick — December 17, 2007 @ 1:30 pm
I would love this too. Thanks for being so generous with your SWAG!
Comment by Pamela — December 17, 2007 @ 1:31 pm
Oh my! I need this book! I tried to teach myself how to knit and couldn't get past a basic scarf beause I could never understand the patterns!
Comment by Elizabeth — December 17, 2007 @ 1:32 pm
i'd love one!!!!
Comment by sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 1:32 pm
Oh my gosh...I'd love to have this if only to assuage my knitting frustration! I'm joining the madness.
Comment by Joy — December 17, 2007 @ 1:34 pm
me please!
Comment by allie — December 17, 2007 @ 1:34 pm
Oooh, this is just what I need to help me figure out the new complicated sweater pattern I picked up. Please pick me!
Comment by Molly Skinner-Day — December 17, 2007 @ 1:35 pm
This is brilliant! This book could hold the secret to venturing outside the world of ribbed scarves. Currently, I rely on YouTube videos to translate patterns. I would love a book that could explain to me the language of knitters. Thanks so much!
Comment by Katie — December 17, 2007 @ 1:37 pm
Pick me! Pick me!
Comment by April — December 17, 2007 @ 1:38 pm
yes please!!!
Comment by Heather — December 17, 2007 @ 1:39 pm
I'd love this book, thanks! If I don't win one I'm going to buy it myself anyway. Looks fab!
Comment by Not Scarlett — December 17, 2007 @ 1:39 pm
I'd love a copy, I've been knitting since I was eight but, much to my embarassment, have never been able to follow a pattern.
Comment by greeblygreebly — December 17, 2007 @ 1:39 pm
Fantastic, I've been thinking that I need a book like this for a while!
Comment by Katherine — December 17, 2007 @ 1:39 pm
OOOh, I definitely need this book - I have no idea what I'm doing when I try to knit (a.k.a. I haven't moved beyond making scarves).
Comment by stacy — December 17, 2007 @ 1:40 pm
Very exciting. I am a lurker here and have been reading your blog regularly for some time. Thanks for sharing!
Comment by keaton — December 17, 2007 @ 1:41 pm
I would love to be entered in the contest. Thanks!
Comment by B — December 17, 2007 @ 1:44 pm
I would love to have a book like this around to help me increase my knit vocab. Keeping my fingers crossed!
Comment by Emily — December 17, 2007 @ 1:44 pm
My daughter learned how to knitt in Brownies. They knitted squares to piece together a blanket to be donated to a shelter. She taught me and although I love knitting, I've never actually made anything yet. I always looking at the pictures you post of your sweaters and am amazed that you can do that. I'd love a copy of that book!
I check your blog every day. I love it.
Comment by Cindy — December 17, 2007 @ 1:44 pm
I'm planning to learn to knit in January, so this would be a big help. Yay!
Comment by stacey. — December 17, 2007 @ 1:45 pm
Ooh, me, me, me!
Comment by Uly — December 17, 2007 @ 1:46 pm
pick me pick me :)
Looks like a very good knitting reference, i have been looking for just such a book. I will have to check it out either way!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 1:46 pm
ooohh looks neat & handy!
Comment by Colleen — December 17, 2007 @ 1:47 pm
This looks like a great book. I would love a chance to win a copy. Thanks!
Comment by Brook — December 17, 2007 @ 1:47 pm
Love your page. Please enter me in the drawings, looks like a great book.
Comment by Lorri — December 17, 2007 @ 1:50 pm
Knitting is one of those crafts which I've never mastered with any luck. This would be awesome.
Comment by Clay — December 17, 2007 @ 1:50 pm
please. oh please. Sounds like a great book.
Comment by Kay — December 17, 2007 @ 1:52 pm
Ooh, ooh, ooh! I would love to win this book. :)
Thanks!
Comment by Julia — December 17, 2007 @ 1:55 pm
Yes, yes! Another mid-level knitter who'd love to have such a wondrous book. Thank you for thinking of us.
Comment by Nana — December 17, 2007 @ 1:55 pm
Oooohhh!!! Knitspeak is at the tops of my crafty book list. Would love a copy of my very own :)
Comment by happykatie — December 17, 2007 @ 1:59 pm
I would love a copy. This book sounds like it would help me a lot since this is exactly what stage I'm at in my knitting. Thanks for the contest! :)
Comment by April — December 17, 2007 @ 2:01 pm
Woot woot!
Comment by Anna — December 17, 2007 @ 2:01 pm
Oh yes! Please enter me in your drawing! I have just learned how to knit. I would love to be able to knit a ribby cardi like you one day.
Comment by Estelle — December 17, 2007 @ 2:03 pm
I'd love a copy!
Comment by mel — December 17, 2007 @ 2:03 pm
I lent my only knitting book to my cousin two years ago and she still hasn't returned it. This book would be nice to have around.
Comment by Louise — December 17, 2007 @ 2:03 pm
Wow! Lots of competition - would still love a chance to win! Thanks!
Comment by Molli — December 17, 2007 @ 2:06 pm
Wow. 202 comments so far. This ain't the NotMartha of ages past! C'mon, random number generator!
Comment by Heather — December 17, 2007 @ 2:07 pm
How nice of you to share. Here's hoping you'll be sharing with me!
Comment by Harper — December 17, 2007 @ 2:10 pm
Oh my! I've been looking everywhere for this book, and can't find it at any local bookstores! I just learned to knit/purl/cast on and will soon try to bind off! I need this! Count me in!
Comment by Carrie S. — December 17, 2007 @ 2:11 pm
This would be just the thing to get me back into the knitting spirit. It seems to have left me... :(
Comment by Becka — December 17, 2007 @ 2:15 pm
c'mon random number generator!
Comment by Melinda — December 17, 2007 @ 2:17 pm
I would /love/ a copy of this. What an amazing reference!
Comment by Leah — December 17, 2007 @ 2:17 pm
count me in!
Comment by medea — December 17, 2007 @ 2:20 pm
I've recently rediscovered knitting and have found it to be a great comfort (and distraction) during some hard times. I am now an excellent scarf knitter and recently have been trying to explore hats, socks, and patterns. But, I often need reminders and get lost in all the guides. I think this book would be just the ticket! I hope I win! :-)
Comment by Kristel — December 17, 2007 @ 2:20 pm
As a scarf knitter who is ready to branch out, I'd love a copy of this book.
Comment by Betsy — December 17, 2007 @ 2:20 pm
Ooh, that sounds like a nice book. *crosses fingers*
Comment by Erin — December 17, 2007 @ 2:21 pm
Please consider me!
Comment by joana — December 17, 2007 @ 2:22 pm
this would be useful and fun!
Comment by erinh — December 17, 2007 @ 2:22 pm
Pick me!
Comment by Chia — December 17, 2007 @ 2:23 pm
Yes please!
Comment by K — December 17, 2007 @ 2:24 pm
I'd love this book. I have you on my list of Daily Reads (one of only 10!)and always find your site a pleasure to peruse. Thanks for all your work!!
Comment by Krista Brooks — December 17, 2007 @ 2:24 pm
mmmmh, over 200 comments, what are the chances... but i'll enter anyhow!
Comment by amy — December 17, 2007 @ 2:25 pm
I think I could really get into that. Thanks for the offer!
Comment by Sara — December 17, 2007 @ 2:27 pm
Enter me for a chance, that book looks fantastic!
Comment by Jennifer — December 17, 2007 @ 2:32 pm
ooh! Pick me! : )
Comment by Caron Arnold — December 17, 2007 @ 2:36 pm
yes please! finishing up my first baby blanket. :)
Comment by pam — December 17, 2007 @ 2:37 pm
Sure, I'd love a copy!
Comment by Anna — December 17, 2007 @ 2:37 pm
Thanks Megan! You're the bestest.
Comment by Beth — December 17, 2007 @ 2:41 pm
I would love a copy of this book ... ever since you posted your work on the Ribby Cardi I have been inspired to learn to knit!
Comment by Debbie — December 17, 2007 @ 2:42 pm
Waving hand just above the crowd... pick me!
Comment by jacqueline — December 17, 2007 @ 2:43 pm
Hope I win!
Comment by JL — December 17, 2007 @ 2:45 pm
That looks like a great book! I'd love to be in the running.
Comment by Kirstie — December 17, 2007 @ 2:45 pm
I know how to crochet, but have never figured out how to knit.
Comment by Jackie Rosenfeld — December 17, 2007 @ 2:46 pm
Looks perfect! Yay! Thanks for doing this!
Comment by Maura Hanlon — December 17, 2007 @ 2:50 pm
You gotta start somewhere. I'd love to win!
Comment by Jamie — December 17, 2007 @ 2:50 pm
i would love a copy
Comment by sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 2:50 pm
i would love this book! i can't believe how often i blank out on what a term means in the middle of a pattern... and don't have a good resource to double check mysself.
Comment by katie e. — December 17, 2007 @ 2:54 pm
Oh this would be perfect to help me actually finish one of the ten or so projects I can't seem to get done.
Comment by Bess — December 17, 2007 @ 2:55 pm
I am always helping folks with their knitting. Knit Speak would be a fantastic resource for the whole group.
Comment by Liz Dougherty — December 17, 2007 @ 2:58 pm
I'm left handed & am having such a hard time teaching myself to read patterns. This would be so great!
Comment by Jaime — December 17, 2007 @ 2:58 pm
I don't like these odds.
Comment by Sarah M — December 17, 2007 @ 3:00 pm
I need this book...I'm attempting to knit and am totally confused.
Comment by Michele — December 17, 2007 @ 3:00 pm
I need this, too! I'm a knitting novice and I'm also a visual learner -- this would be perfect!
Comment by Allison — December 17, 2007 @ 3:03 pm
Wow! That book sounds fantastic. I'd love to win a copy.
Thanks for sharing...
Comment by Jen — December 17, 2007 @ 3:07 pm
Ohh I would LOVE to have this book. I really need to get back into knitting beyond the simple stuff.
Comment by Andrea — December 17, 2007 @ 3:07 pm
Hi! I think this book would help me lots. Thanks for the chance!
Comment by amy — December 17, 2007 @ 3:09 pm
Yeah Knitspeak! I should have put it on my christmas list...
Comment by bhkart — December 17, 2007 @ 3:09 pm
Ooh! Please include me! I just started knitting six weeks ago and I can only make rectangles!
Comment by Erin — December 17, 2007 @ 3:10 pm
I'm in.
Comment by Kelly — December 17, 2007 @ 3:12 pm
Oh, I would love this book. I've been wanting to get the Knitting Answer Book but this book seems like it would be a better book to have as I improve from beginning to advanced. Thanks.
Comment by Shari — December 17, 2007 @ 3:14 pm
I can always use some knitting help. Love your site, too :)
Comment by Amy — December 17, 2007 @ 3:19 pm
my sister is getting knitting stuff from mom this year. This would be a great reference for her. Thanks for sharing!
Comment by Becca — December 17, 2007 @ 3:20 pm
I will have to look his book up if I don't win - I have a few books that give different options but none of them tell you which one to use and when. Thanks for the great find (again).
Comment by Lisa — December 17, 2007 @ 3:20 pm
I absolutely need an excuse to get back into knitting.
Comment by Aarika — December 17, 2007 @ 3:23 pm
Eeek - comment # 255. My chances aren't good. :( But I want to win, anyway!
Comment by Wendy Piersall — December 17, 2007 @ 3:23 pm
To quote a famous donkey, "Pick me! Pick me! Pick me!"
Comment by Lady S — December 17, 2007 @ 3:23 pm
Oh, I'd love this!
Comment by Wendy — December 17, 2007 @ 3:24 pm
I want, I need, pick me, pick me!!
Comment by Miss Grace — December 17, 2007 @ 3:26 pm
I would love a copy!
Comment by Rachel — December 17, 2007 @ 3:26 pm
Me me me, please!
Comment by Carrie — December 17, 2007 @ 3:29 pm
This would be a treat!
Comment by JenV — December 17, 2007 @ 3:30 pm
I'd so love to win one! I've been a knitting (albeit a begginer one) fool this month.
Love reading your blog btw. Makes my day.
Comment by Lisa — December 17, 2007 @ 3:33 pm
count me in! i could use a reference book. i knit lots but i am always having to google stuff.
Comment by amy — December 17, 2007 @ 3:33 pm
I love knitting!
Comment by Duyen — December 17, 2007 @ 3:35 pm
Me, please!!
Comment by Sara — December 17, 2007 @ 3:35 pm
Is there a book like this for left-handers? I get all tied up with traditional knitting direction.
Comment by Lori — December 17, 2007 @ 3:35 pm
This would be perfect for my sister, already an accomplished knitter but getting more and more advanced. She is smart and creative and all about understanding why things work.
Comment by mjoe — December 17, 2007 @ 3:38 pm
I'm jumpin on this bandwagon!! Pick me Mr. Randomizer, pick me!
Comment by Mandy — December 17, 2007 @ 3:45 pm
Wow, I could really use this book!
I hope I win, but even if I don't, now I know it exists so I can go buy it!
Comment by Heather C — December 17, 2007 @ 3:51 pm
Oooh. Yes please!
Comment by Alyson — December 17, 2007 @ 3:52 pm
This book looks great!
Comment by Karen C — December 17, 2007 @ 3:53 pm
I have been looking for a step-by-step guide on how-to knit. Would love to have a copy :)
Comment by Kristie W — December 17, 2007 @ 3:57 pm
It looks wonderful!
Comment by Carmen — December 17, 2007 @ 4:00 pm
add me to the melee!
k a t
Comment by k a t — December 17, 2007 @ 4:01 pm
How cool! I'm in - come on random number generator!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 4:04 pm
I just found your site (linked from thekitchn.com) and LOVE IT! I love your approach to DIY and breaking it down for those of us that want to do things but have cost and time barriers to worry about. I've crocheted for a while and have wanted to relearn knitting (I learned a basic knit-and-purl in high school and never progressed) so this book would be great, but much greater is finding your fantastic site! Thanks for the tips and keep them coming!
Comment by Katie — December 17, 2007 @ 4:05 pm
Pick me, pick me!!
Comment by Stacey Severson — December 17, 2007 @ 4:05 pm
Would love a copy-- I'm in that stage where I can knit and pearl but get lost on most patterns.
Comment by cloche — December 17, 2007 @ 4:06 pm
uh, i mean purl
Comment by cloche — December 17, 2007 @ 4:06 pm
I could use all the help I can get....really. It's kind of sad....
Comment by Amanda — December 17, 2007 @ 4:12 pm
I'd love a copy! Awesome!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 4:13 pm
not maarrrttthhhaaaaaa!
Sign me up!
ps I've been reading your blog for a long long time and I love it. I go to your site daily! It's wonderful!
Comment by julia — December 17, 2007 @ 4:13 pm
I would love a copy -- thanks for making the raffle!
Comment by Judi — December 17, 2007 @ 4:15 pm
ohh! me! It would be great to win this!
Comment by Andi — December 17, 2007 @ 4:15 pm
sounds perfect:)
Comment by joy — December 17, 2007 @ 4:17 pm
Your blog was a catalyst for me taking up knitting again a few months back. "link to tubular cast-on. what's that? huh...." and now I have a stash and knitting books by the bed. That book looks cool!
Comment by Heather — December 17, 2007 @ 4:17 pm
I would love one!!!
Comment by Shana — December 17, 2007 @ 4:18 pm
Oh, MEEEEE! *waving arms wildly* I mean, pretty please? I've had two people show me how to knit and I still suck at it. Puhleeeze pick me.
Comment by lori — December 17, 2007 @ 4:23 pm
I would love a copy! Please+thanks
Katy
Comment by Katy — December 17, 2007 @ 4:23 pm
I would love this book - slim chance, but better than LOTTO, right?
Comment by Al-baby — December 17, 2007 @ 4:28 pm
I would love to be considered for the book.....I love knitting! Have you joined ravelry yet?
Comment by Megan — December 17, 2007 @ 4:29 pm
thanks and Happy Holidays!!!
Comment by wintkat — December 17, 2007 @ 4:29 pm
That book looks awesome! Thanks for the oppurtunity to win it Megan!
Courtney
Comment by Courtney — December 17, 2007 @ 4:30 pm
looks like a great book. I am getting back into knitting after a 5+ year hiatus. DOn't know how with Baby #3 due any day, but one can dream!
Comment by Kate — December 17, 2007 @ 4:31 pm
This book looks great!! Count me in!
Comment by Angie — December 17, 2007 @ 4:31 pm
Yay for knitting!
Comment by Katie — December 17, 2007 @ 4:32 pm
Count me in, too!
Comment by Andrea — December 17, 2007 @ 4:38 pm
I'd love a copy!!
Comment by Kindli — December 17, 2007 @ 4:39 pm
This looks like a great book. I'd love one!
Comment by April — December 17, 2007 @ 4:41 pm
Hand up high. ME ME ME
Comment by Jenni — December 17, 2007 @ 4:44 pm
!
Comment by marie — December 17, 2007 @ 4:44 pm
such a great book!
and another great give away!
Comment by laila — December 17, 2007 @ 4:44 pm
that looks like a great book. count me in!
Comment by jennie — December 17, 2007 @ 4:45 pm
yes please!
Comment by Karin Ross — December 17, 2007 @ 4:49 pm
Count me in.
Comment by rachel — December 17, 2007 @ 4:50 pm
I would love a copy!
-Rini
Comment by Rini — December 17, 2007 @ 4:51 pm
Pick me please!
Comment by Monica — December 17, 2007 @ 4:52 pm
thanks for the contest. would be a great birthday treat. (30 tomorrow yikes!)
Comment by melinda — December 17, 2007 @ 4:52 pm
I would love to win a copy of this book! It looks spectacular!
Comment by Amy! — December 17, 2007 @ 4:54 pm
A book like this probably would have kept me knitting. I would love to start again, if only I knew what the instructions REALLY meant!
Comment by Pam — December 17, 2007 @ 4:55 pm
mememememmememememememe...please!
Comment by Lily — December 17, 2007 @ 4:55 pm
I have seen this in the store! I want it! But cannot buy it, what with all the presents for others...
Comment by feathermar — December 17, 2007 @ 4:57 pm
Looks like a great book.. definitely going to buy this if I don't win.
Thanks for you blog!!!
Comment by Pamela — December 17, 2007 @ 4:57 pm
I'm a crocheter and have always wanted to knit the right way. This would be the best thing ever!
Comment by Rachel — December 17, 2007 @ 5:00 pm
I would LOVE to win one of these books - Love your blog!!!
Comment by Dione — December 17, 2007 @ 5:06 pm
I would love to be entered in the contest.
Comment by chrispy — December 17, 2007 @ 5:06 pm
I just learned how to knit a few months ago, and have so many questions! I would love to have a copy of this book!
Comment by Sarah — December 17, 2007 @ 5:07 pm
Love your blog and I'd love to win! =)
Comment by rosanna — December 17, 2007 @ 5:10 pm
I would love to get past the simple knit purl! this looks like a fantastic book! thanks for sharing it on your blog.
Comment by barbara — December 17, 2007 @ 5:10 pm
this book looks awesome! I'd love to learn more about knitting! I feel so lost in the knitting world.
Comment by sarammoe — December 17, 2007 @ 5:11 pm
I would love to have this book!
Comment by Lynn — December 17, 2007 @ 5:14 pm
Please pick my number!
Comment by ks — December 17, 2007 @ 5:15 pm
Me too!
Comment by Jessica — December 17, 2007 @ 5:16 pm
I would love a copy!
Comment by rebecca — December 17, 2007 @ 5:18 pm
I would love a copy!
Comment by rebecca — December 17, 2007 @ 5:18 pm
Looks like a great book!! How nice of you!
Comment by starlite — December 17, 2007 @ 5:29 pm
I would love a copy!
Comment by cbknits80 — December 17, 2007 @ 5:31 pm
Count me in. Thanks!!
Comment by M — December 17, 2007 @ 5:32 pm
What a great book! Thanks for doing a giveaway. :)
Comment by Kim — December 17, 2007 @ 5:37 pm
I would love to have a knitting reference book! It looks handy.
Comment by Mary — December 17, 2007 @ 5:42 pm
please enter me!
Comment by Jackie — December 17, 2007 @ 5:42 pm
ooh! me!
Comment by Jen — December 17, 2007 @ 5:46 pm
This book would be a great gift for a knitter I know!
Comment by Emily — December 17, 2007 @ 5:48 pm
Looks like a great book...hope I win it.
Comment by Katie — December 17, 2007 @ 5:50 pm
Would love to win this!
Comment by korie — December 17, 2007 @ 5:52 pm
This book looks like a great addition to any knitting library.
Comment by Aurelia — December 17, 2007 @ 5:53 pm
This looks like something I could really use! I would love to own a copy.
Comment by Amy — December 17, 2007 @ 5:54 pm
This book is calling my name!
Comment by erica — December 17, 2007 @ 6:03 pm
What a great book!
Comment by Janet Stephens — December 17, 2007 @ 6:05 pm
Pick me, pick me!
Comment by Angela — December 17, 2007 @ 6:10 pm
Gosh, those illustrations look incredibly handy. Please include me in your giveaway!
Comment by Kelsey — December 17, 2007 @ 6:10 pm
What a useful book!
Comment by Anna — December 17, 2007 @ 6:11 pm
Sounds like a terrific tool! Hooray for craftiness!
Comment by Laura — December 17, 2007 @ 6:14 pm
Pick me!
Comment by Chelsea — December 17, 2007 @ 6:15 pm
That looks like an awesome book! Count me in! :)
Comment by Dianne — December 17, 2007 @ 6:18 pm
What a neat book!
Hm, it appears that all my favourite sites to look at have contests so I MUST comment.... 8-)
Comment by lamina — December 17, 2007 @ 6:19 pm
Good luck everybody!!!
Comment by Lourdes — December 17, 2007 @ 6:19 pm
I would love a copy of this book. Fingers crossed!
Comment by Trish — December 17, 2007 @ 6:21 pm
I'm a new knitter, I would love this book!
Comment by Kiwi — December 17, 2007 @ 6:25 pm
I need this book!! It looks like just what I need to progress in my knitting escapades!
Comment by Lilli — December 17, 2007 @ 6:25 pm
I'd love to win a copy of this book!
Comment by Rebekah — December 17, 2007 @ 6:26 pm
I just relearned how to knit and I love reference books. I feel like I am learning a second language ... oh number generator pick me please!! Pink
Comment by Pinkpoppies — December 17, 2007 @ 6:35 pm
Yea! I've been WANTING to learn how to knit. I'd love a copy.
Comment by Julie — December 17, 2007 @ 6:35 pm
I really want to learn to knit...BETTER! I need help, I know I need help, and this would be wonderful!
Comment by Amy — December 17, 2007 @ 6:36 pm
I am attempting to draft my own pattern right now, and I can't even imagine how much this book would help.
Comment by cait — December 17, 2007 @ 6:41 pm
oh holy cow...just what i need....
Comment by Catherine — December 17, 2007 @ 6:42 pm
I'd like to enter please.
Comment by Jennifer — December 17, 2007 @ 6:45 pm
Just found your blog last week- LOVE it. I Please enter me in your drawing!
Cheers!
Comment by eqm — December 17, 2007 @ 6:50 pm
Me please!
Comment by susan — December 17, 2007 @ 6:50 pm
Gosh, that book sounds so useful!
Comment by laura — December 17, 2007 @ 6:55 pm
Number 357, thats my lucky number. Sending telepathic messages... 357....357.... Pepi In Missouri needs this book....357... Really I would love to get this book I am in the early stages of knitting... and I mean early... I am learning yarn 101.. You Rock!!! Love you show!
Comment by Pepi — December 17, 2007 @ 7:01 pm
I would love to have this and I think its the perfect gift for some knitting friends!
Comment by Ashley Poe — December 17, 2007 @ 7:13 pm
I'd love to win a copy!
Merry Christmas!!
Comment by Diana — December 17, 2007 @ 7:15 pm
awesome site! would be a great gift for my little sis...
Comment by laurenbee — December 17, 2007 @ 7:15 pm
I would like one
Comment by Virginia — December 17, 2007 @ 7:16 pm
i'd love to win this for my friend Natalie who's just found her passion is knitting. I'll keep my needles crossed for her. Thanks
Comment by craftyfingers — December 17, 2007 @ 7:18 pm
Please count me in!
Comment by V — December 17, 2007 @ 7:19 pm
I'd like a copy.
Comment by Donnell — December 17, 2007 @ 7:25 pm
Pick me, pick me! I'd love a copy...I think i fit right in, i've been knitting for some time now, definately not a pro, but do need a reminder for techniques i don't do often. =)
Comment by amy — December 17, 2007 @ 7:31 pm
That looks like a fantastic book! I love that it explains some of the "whys". I want!
Comment by aubrey — December 17, 2007 @ 7:41 pm
Yay knitbook!
Comment by margaret — December 17, 2007 @ 7:41 pm
Would love to have a copy of this book in my library! Looks wonderful!
Comment by Polly Garvey — December 17, 2007 @ 7:43 pm
Okay wait a minute I was 357.... ohh my other lucky numbers are 362 and 373... lord these numbers are going quick...
Comment by Pepi — December 17, 2007 @ 7:48 pm
Looks like a very helpful book, I'd be happy to win it!
Comment by sue — December 17, 2007 @ 7:48 pm
is #373 a lucky number? I hope so!
Comment by Regina — December 17, 2007 @ 7:51 pm
I want to learn this skill!
Comment by muse — December 17, 2007 @ 7:54 pm
I would love this!
Comment by kqrpnb — December 17, 2007 @ 7:58 pm
Hi, this book sounds like just the thing I'm looking for. Thanks!
Comment by Miriam — December 17, 2007 @ 7:58 pm
Thanks for thinking of us. Every scarf I've every knitted has the needle still attached. A little help would be very good. =)
Comment by amy — December 17, 2007 @ 7:59 pm
That books looks like it would help me a lot. Pick 376!
Comment by Tami — December 17, 2007 @ 8:00 pm
I could see myself using this all the time!
Comment by Molly B — December 17, 2007 @ 8:04 pm
me me me... it's like i'm always knitting with 2 left needles!
Comment by gin — December 17, 2007 @ 8:07 pm
Pick me! Pick me!
Comment by gina — December 17, 2007 @ 8:08 pm
I'm a longtime lurker and will probably look like such a jerk for posting now, but I *really* need this book! Without my little Norwegian knitting teacher, I'm lost - and having this book would be the next best thing to having her move in with me!! :)
Comment by Liz in IL — December 17, 2007 @ 8:12 pm
A knitting book would be lover-ly. You rule.
Comment by Kim L. — December 17, 2007 @ 8:21 pm
I would love to win this as I am an avid knitter who is also a Latin student, and I can only handle one uncommon and difficult language swimming in my head at once!
Comment by anna.k — December 17, 2007 @ 8:22 pm
Oh I'd be so pleased. My repetoire of scarves that are just purled could use some aid.
Comment by Katie — December 17, 2007 @ 8:24 pm
I'd love to win one!
Comment by Clarice — December 17, 2007 @ 8:29 pm
Thanks for the cool giveaway! Happy Holidays to you and your family!
You have an amazing site! Thanks for all the wonderful links that you have posted on your site.
Comment by sweet posie — December 17, 2007 @ 8:30 pm
Huh, thanks for posting the book, I've never seen it before. *goes to add to her craft wishlist*
Comment by Jessy — December 17, 2007 @ 8:39 pm
Oooh!Oooh!
Comment by Amy — December 17, 2007 @ 8:44 pm
I never win anything. Maybe this is my random chance in a lifetime!
Comment by Claire — December 17, 2007 @ 8:46 pm
A sign from above that someone realizes how hard I've been trying? No? Ok, I'll settle for a random number generator random seal of approval. Good enough for me, for now.
Comment by Kat — December 17, 2007 @ 8:48 pm
ooh! aah! and please!
thanks!
Comment by gena — December 17, 2007 @ 8:49 pm
I would appreciate something so nice as this book to help me in my knitting!! Thank you. ~m~
Comment by molly — December 17, 2007 @ 8:51 pm
I gave up on knitting a long time ago b/c I couldn't understand complicated patterns. I really want to be able to decipher patterns to knit more complicated items than scarves. This seems like a great book!
Comment by Grace — December 17, 2007 @ 8:52 pm
sweet book!
Comment by Cho — December 17, 2007 @ 8:53 pm
Naturally I want to be added to the list of hopefuls...even though I just checked this out of the local public library tonight and haven't even cracked the cover yet!
Comment by Natasha — December 17, 2007 @ 8:55 pm
I'd love a copy! :)
Comment by Daph — December 17, 2007 @ 8:57 pm
Love to have a reference book like this....
Comment by Tina — December 17, 2007 @ 9:04 pm
We'll see if 385 is my lucky number...
I've been looking for something new in my incredibly-slow learning process. This looks good.
Comment by Cody — December 17, 2007 @ 9:04 pm
This would be wonderful! I learned to do basic knitting years ago, but I'm a little...okay, a lot rusty! This would definitely re-teach me. I would love to be able to knit some things.
Comment by Renae H — December 17, 2007 @ 9:07 pm
Ooh, this would be great for our young people's knitting circle! I'm always embarrassed when people ask me knitting questions that I can't answer. (And I can't seem to answer most of them.)
Comment by Sugene — December 17, 2007 @ 9:09 pm
I would love to have this! Particularly because your sweater-making has caused me to be all wanty about jumping into some more serious projects. :)
Comment by Bess — December 17, 2007 @ 9:09 pm
Can it help people like me, to whom their own grandma suggested to give up? :D
Comment by KN — December 17, 2007 @ 9:16 pm
What intrigues me about this book is that it explains WHY things are done in certain ways - it sounds fantastic!
Comment by Renee Carter — December 17, 2007 @ 9:18 pm
Wow! Here's to hoping I get the lucky number XD
Comment by Jennifer — December 17, 2007 @ 9:24 pm
ooh, ooh, ooh!!! Pick me!!!
Comment by EileenG — December 17, 2007 @ 9:25 pm
This book would be so perfect to carry around in my knitting bag! You're so sweet to give 2 copies away! I'll have my fingers, toes and knitting needles crossed in hopes to win one!
Comment by baffle — December 17, 2007 @ 9:26 pm
This sounds like the perfect book for me! I've been knitting for about a year, but I haven't progressed beyond the sampler scarf. I started an afghan made of various patterned squares, but only get so far before I have to wait for the next business trip to take me near my mom's house (3,000 miles away).
Comment by NW Knitter — December 17, 2007 @ 9:28 pm
I'd love this book! Happy Holidays! And a Happy New Year!
Comment by Nina — December 17, 2007 @ 9:28 pm
I'd love a copy of this book! I'd send it to my niece who I was teaching to knit before I moved two states away. It looks like it would be a great book we could talk about over the phone when I can't be there to show her in person.
Comment by Vivian — December 17, 2007 @ 9:29 pm
Wow, my chances are 1 in 200....not bad odds if I do say so :)
Comment by Misty — December 17, 2007 @ 9:31 pm
I finally got an old project off the needles and my knitting fever is back in full force.
Comment by Melissa — December 17, 2007 @ 9:32 pm
I'd love to pick up knitting again, but only if I could remember how to. Here's wishing I get one of the lucky numbers.
Comment by Teri — December 17, 2007 @ 9:32 pm
I would love to have a copy of that book. i've been knitting for a while, but that would be great help.
Comment by Kelly — December 17, 2007 @ 9:36 pm
I would love that book!
Comment by Samantha — December 17, 2007 @ 9:53 pm
Please count me in! Thx
Comment by Gina — December 17, 2007 @ 9:54 pm
I'm a beginning knitter who is just making her way past the scarf stage. I'm also a visual learner, so having a good book (and a patient co-knitter) makes a huge difference. I'd be so pleased to win this book!
Comment by Lisa — December 17, 2007 @ 9:59 pm
This seems like *exactly* what I've been looking for!
Comment by steph — December 17, 2007 @ 10:13 pm
A copy would make me jump up and down with glee (even though I have a sore knee.)
Comment by Robin! — December 17, 2007 @ 10:14 pm
I am a new knitter and am obsessed with it! I would love this book and have been eyeing it.
Comment by JB — December 17, 2007 @ 10:18 pm
I love these kind of reference books.
Comment by Lesa — December 17, 2007 @ 10:21 pm
ooh, what a perfect book! it would be the perfect gift to accompany the organized knitter case (that you made!) that i'm giving to my mom for x-mas!
Comment by ara jane — December 17, 2007 @ 10:28 pm
That book looks wonderful - thank you for sharing (with whoever is picked)!
Comment by Patti — December 17, 2007 @ 10:29 pm
Hey Megan!
I'd love to have a copy of the book! I'm just beginning to knit again now that my littlest one is 4....
Comment by Rebecca Shoji — December 17, 2007 @ 11:01 pm
Perhaps it's finally time for me to properly learn how to knit? Instead of just wistfully coveting things? It'd be great to win!
Comment by squidlette — December 17, 2007 @ 11:14 pm
Sounds like a great book!
Comment by Carrie — December 17, 2007 @ 11:15 pm
pick me! :)
Comment by girlrobot — December 17, 2007 @ 11:26 pm
that looks so helpful - i think i'll buy a copy if i don't win! :)
Comment by Anna — December 17, 2007 @ 11:59 pm
I'd love to learn more about Americam Knitspeak and be able to understand internet patterns better!
Comment by Muriel — December 18, 2007 @ 12:10 am
Me! Me!
Comment by Elin — December 18, 2007 @ 12:10 am
What a great book! Thanks for sharing.
Comment by Amy — December 18, 2007 @ 12:17 am
I would looove this :)
Comment by Ellen — December 18, 2007 @ 12:28 am
this could save my sanity!
Comment by paola maranan — December 18, 2007 @ 12:56 am
Pick me! :)
Comment by Victoria — December 18, 2007 @ 1:06 am
I would love this book, I have my first grandchild on the way in March. I NEED this book to help with my first pair of booties (6 afghans have already been made, need to go a step further with hats and booties but need a little help! THanks, PEggy
Comment by peggy — December 18, 2007 @ 2:26 am
This book looks fabulous!
Comment by Kim — December 18, 2007 @ 3:08 am
Already knitting but needing all the help possible.
Comment by Natacha — December 18, 2007 @ 3:32 am
Oh please, oh please
Let me win this tome!
As a new knitting addict,
Through the pages I'd roam!
Thanks! :-)
Comment by Natalie — December 18, 2007 @ 3:40 am
I could sit down and knit!! (without searching online, in my notebooks, in my magazines, etc...)
Comment by deb — December 18, 2007 @ 4:41 am
oh oh pick me!!
Comment by Stacy — December 18, 2007 @ 4:43 am
oooh! i would love a copy!
Comment by orly — December 18, 2007 @ 5:03 am
Wow--I coulda used this when, thinking I was "following directions," I haplessly knitted the neck for my sweater on backwards. Here's hoping!
Comment by Gita — December 18, 2007 @ 5:10 am
Hey! I can't believe you have such a lot of readers! Congratulations! And I would love to win the book! :)
Comment by betty — December 18, 2007 @ 5:10 am
Something I sorely need :)
Comment by Emma — December 18, 2007 @ 5:14 am
lucky #7!
Comment by suzanne — December 18, 2007 @ 5:22 am
Sounds like a great addition to my knitting library - my fingers are crossed!
Comment by Michelle — December 18, 2007 @ 5:24 am
Perfect gift for my mom... And maybe for me too...
Comment by Cindy — December 18, 2007 @ 5:25 am
This looks like a wonderful reference to have on hand!
::crosses fingers::
Comment by Stephanie — December 18, 2007 @ 5:28 am
I would love to have one!
Comment by ahalbe — December 18, 2007 @ 5:30 am
I'll throw my hat in the ring with 400-something other knitters!
Comment by leandra — December 18, 2007 @ 5:33 am
I have seen this book on the internet can't wait to see it in person. I would love to be in your drawing.
Thanks.
DBradley
Comment by DBradley — December 18, 2007 @ 5:40 am
Pick me! I need all the help I can get! :)
Comment by Jacqui — December 18, 2007 @ 5:43 am
Wow this looks awesome -- would love one of these.
Comment by jayme — December 18, 2007 @ 5:47 am
The book sounds like just the kind of help I need with knitting. Count me in please! :)
Comment by Marie — December 18, 2007 @ 5:54 am
Let's see if I'm lucky...
Comment by amy — December 18, 2007 @ 5:55 am
What a great book, Love your site I always learn something new.
Comment by Jackie — December 18, 2007 @ 6:04 am
This book would definitely be useful! Count me in...
Comment by babette — December 18, 2007 @ 6:07 am
Would love one of these!
Comment by Emily August — December 18, 2007 @ 6:08 am
Love your blog - thanks for the contest!
Comment by Jody — December 18, 2007 @ 6:08 am
Fingers crossed!
Comment by Kate — December 18, 2007 @ 6:11 am
hey there!
Comment by Candice — December 18, 2007 @ 6:17 am
This book is just what I've been looking for.
Comment by Linda — December 18, 2007 @ 6:18 am
Count me in!
Comment by Wendy — December 18, 2007 @ 6:24 am
memememememe! I love your giveaways even though I never win! Please count me in!
Comment by LJT — December 18, 2007 @ 6:30 am
I would love a copy of this book for my sister! She's been knitting for a couple years and this book sounds perfect for her. Happy Holidays!
Comment by Danielle — December 18, 2007 @ 6:31 am
I would love a copy of this book! It seems like the perfect reference!
Heather
Comment by Heather C — December 18, 2007 @ 6:31 am
Fingers crossed!
Comment by Beth — December 18, 2007 @ 6:32 am
I want to enter, too!
Comment by EM — December 18, 2007 @ 6:32 am
This would be perfect for when I want to try a pattern but never heard of some things in it and don't know how hard it would be.
Comment by Louisa — December 18, 2007 @ 6:36 am
This book looks great. I always need a visual reminder of kitchner stitch
Comment by Julia — December 18, 2007 @ 6:39 am
thanks for mentioning this book. might have to get it even if i don't win!
Comment by Karen — December 18, 2007 @ 6:44 am
Now you know how many people have been lurking on your site.
I would love a copy of this book! Especially since I was just bemoaning how slow I've become at knitting. Maybe they'll be some tips about speeding up as I try and finish this cabled hat.
Comment by crazykindabliss — December 18, 2007 @ 6:51 am
Add me to the random number generator!
Comment by Erika — December 18, 2007 @ 6:52 am
I'd certainly love a copy, please count me in!
Comment by Ana — December 18, 2007 @ 6:54 am
I would love a copy of this book!
Comment by Robin Avila — December 18, 2007 @ 6:59 am
While I'm commenting in hope to win one, if I don't I'm buying one - what an awesome book!
Comment by melissa — December 18, 2007 @ 7:00 am
This sounds like a very useful reference! I'd love to have a copy.
Comment by Sasha — December 18, 2007 @ 7:02 am
Hi! I'm a beginner knitter, and this book sounds awesome!
Comment by Amy — December 18, 2007 @ 7:06 am
Would like plzkthx.
Comment by Danielle — December 18, 2007 @ 7:08 am
Ooooh. I NEED this. I got a pattern as a gift that is beyond my reach, I think. I even tried to contact the company that made it to ask for help... hmmm... maybe this could help! Pick me. Pick me. :)
Comment by Carm — December 18, 2007 @ 7:10 am
Add me into the mix, please!!
Comment by Jill — December 18, 2007 @ 7:13 am
Long-time reader, not sure if I've commented before however. I appreciate the chance to get a knitting book, even if it's unlikely that I'll win. Thanks for giving us crafty people links and ideas for creativity that isn't too traditional & boring. :-)
Comment by Andrea — December 18, 2007 @ 7:15 am
me! me!
Comment by Michelle — December 18, 2007 @ 7:16 am
I am trying to teach myself how to knit. This would be perfect!
Comment by ex.libris — December 18, 2007 @ 7:27 am
Gosh, this looks great! I would love a chance to win this book- thanks Alicia.
Comment by Lana — December 18, 2007 @ 7:27 am
Given my endless quest to figure out double-ended needles, this would be invaluable.
Comment by Tiffany — December 18, 2007 @ 7:29 am
Looks like a great book! And now I want it! Thanks!
Comment by beth g. — December 18, 2007 @ 7:30 am
My best friend gets sooooo frustrated when she tries to read knitting patterns and has begged me to help her understand them (she's dyslexic). I would love for HER to have this book as a gift from me!
Thanks!
Comment by Valerie — December 18, 2007 @ 7:30 am
I would love a copy of this since I always see knitting patterns I'd like to try but really only know two knitting terms: knit and perl.
Comment by Allison — December 18, 2007 @ 7:31 am </