{"title":"Alanna Okun","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlanna Okun’s work invites readers into the creative realm of arts and culture with a hands-on, approachable style. Her books, such as \u003cem\u003eKnit a Hat\u003c\/em\u003e, blend practical instruction with an engaging narrative to inspire both beginners and experienced crafters alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those who enjoy exploring traditional crafts through a contemporary lens, Okun’s writing combines clarity and warmth. Her collections offer a thoughtful guide to creativity, encouraging readers to develop their skills and express themselves through artful projects.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"knit-a-hat-by-alanna-okun-9781419740657","title":"Knit a Hat","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnitting is an excellent handcraft and something people love the world over. But for the crafting faint of heart, knitting can appear daunting; you need needles (but what size?), yarn (but what weight?), and a pattern (but what kind?) Very quickly, knitting becomes another language that’s tricky to navigate and even trickier to master.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKnit a Hat\u003c\/em\u003e teaches you everything you need to know about the previously scary craft: the needles you’ll need, the yarn to use, and tried-and-true techniques to get you started, keep you going, and help you wrap everything up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlanna Okun is an expert knitter and a very accessible instructor. Her idea of starting with a hat rather than a long scarf is sure to make this book easy for even the wariest of beginners. Building on our crafting how-to series, Alanna welcomes readers into the knitting community and invites them to knit a hat with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47431403536620,"sku":"9781419740657","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781419740657.jpg?v=1774557880"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/alanna-okun.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}