{"title":"Norah Gaughan","description":"\u003cp\u003eNorah Gaughan's works invite readers into a world where knitting transcends craft to become an art form. Her books explore intricate stitch techniques, from elegant cables to innovative textures, offering both inspiration and precise guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith titles like \u003cem\u003eKnit Fold Pleat Repeat\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eKnitting Nature\u003c\/em\u003e, Gaughan blends creativity and technical insight, perfect for those seeking to deepen their understanding of garment construction and design within the rich tradition of textile arts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"norah-gaughans-knitted-cable-sourcebook-by-norah-gaughan-9781419722394","title":"Norah Gaughan's Knitted Cable Sourcebook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guide for the modern knitter presents more than 150 new and innovative cable stitch patterns ranging from basic to complex. 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In nature, they’re found in fern leaves and corals. In this book, they’re found in the pattern for a scarf, the cables of a pullover, and the intricate hemline of a skirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pentagon is a familiar five-sided figure that, in nature, can be spotted in the starfish or sand dollar; in this book it’s spotted in the yoke of a pullover, the textures of a cardigan, and the shape of a shawl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn nature, water waves and chemical waves abound; in this book, they flow as the patterns in a hat and mittens and in the gores of a skirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKnitting Nature\u003c\/em\u003e is a singular book created by one of the most innovative and respected designers working today. Norah Gaughan, who got her degree from Brown in both biology and art, has combined her knowledge to compile this book of 39 fabulous designs inspired by patterns in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith each design, Gaughan first explains where in nature the pattern can be found, such as the spiral in a ram’s horn or seashell; then with step-by-step instructions she shows how she rendered that pattern in a skirt or tunic or coat. 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These techniques are easy to learn, and the design possibilities—and new combinations that come to light once you begin—are nearly endless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach design starts with a simple rectangle, square, or triangle and builds from there: to fold, drape, or twist the shape into a garment or accessory, and to introduce pleats, welts, and slices along the way. Every pattern has a gorgeous high-fashion style, and the projects are so addictive to knit—you may find yourself making the same garment in new colours and yarns so you'll have one for each season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book includes thirty-six patterns in all, each with variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596727861484,"sku":"9781419749681","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781419749681-knit-fold-pleat-repeat-simple-knits-gorgeous-garments.jpg?v=1777939242"},{"product_id":"norah-gaughans-twisted-stitch-sourcebook-by-norah-gaughan-9781419747564","title":"Norah Gaughan’s Twisted Stitch Sourcebook","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster the simple and addictive art of the twisted stitch. 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