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Scarves, Shrugs & Shawls / Review and Giveaway!

9/4/2013

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Scarves, Shrugs & Shawls Book Cover
Scarves, Shrugs & Shawls:
22 Knitted Designs with Their Special Techniques
by Sarah Hatton
St. Martin's Griffin
February 26, 2013; 136 Pages

Scarves and wraps are the perfect canvases for experimenting with new stitches and practicing new techniques. From well-respected Rowan Yarn designer Sarah Hatton with Sharon Brant as the technical editor, Scarves, Shrugs & Shawls offers over twenty easy-to-make and fun-to-wear designs that explore a range of knitting techniques—from gorgeous textured and cabled stitches, to intricate openwork and lace patterns, to interesting and appealing shaping. A gallery of designs features the garments photographed in full color and includes a helpful and inspiring "How to Wear It" section, showcasing the myriad ways to wrap your shawl, twist your neck warmer, or tie your scarf. Making these popular accessories even more versatile so you can wear them over and over, and still keep them looking fresh! (from Amazon.com)


Greeting Friends!

Welcome to a new review and an awesome giveaway.  First, let me tell you about the book.  As most of you know I'm a lover of books - that includes all kinds from fiction to dictionaries and everything in between.  As a crocheter and more recently a knitter I love browsing through the pages of pattern books looking for projects and inspiration.  Having checked out many titles from our library I fancy myself a bit of a connoisseur.  So how does Scarves, Shrugs & Shawls measure up?  On a scale of 1 - 10 I give it a solid 8. 

The book is set up in sections.  Right away I was drawn in by the full page photographic spreads featuring each item.  So often in pattern books you get one little picture.  Not here.  After you've had a chance to view each piece from a variety of angles it's on to the patterns.  Again there are more (different) pictures that really show you what you're making.  Along with the line by line instructions charts have been included allowing you to use whichever format you prefer.  Now I haven't made any of these items, so I can't speak to the accuracy or ease of following the patterns, but I did read through several and it appears that they are well laid out and complete.

As the publisher promises, there are a variety of different techniques featured in the patterns providing an opportunity to try new things.  As a beginner I feel like several of the patterns are more advanced than I am, however the technique section at the back of the book seems to offer good insight on the skills needed by  covering everything from how to avoid holes when doing two handed fair isle work,  how to string beads using a needle and thread, to making a no-turn bobble.   I'd say the projects are best suited for those with knowledge of the basic skills and some experience under their belt.  A confident beginner should be able to handle many and might be inspired to give some of the more complicated designs a try.  Intermediate and advanced knitters will be pleased with the options available.  There really is something for everybody.

I'd say my favorite part is the "How to Wear It" section.  What a brilliant idea!   As a scarf and shawl enthusiast I'm always struggling to find new and interesting ways to wear them.  While this section is showcasing the garments from the book they make it easy to see how it would work on any item of similar shape and dimension.  In addition to the pictures they tell you what to do to achieve each look!  For the fashionably challenged like me this is important!

The paperback book is nicely bound and lays open fairly easily.  It's 9.7" x 9" size makes it big enough to see things clearly, but small enough to fit in your bag if you wanted to take a project on the go.  I like the matte finish of the pages, too.  Overall I think this is a well done book that any fan of shoulder and neck wear would be happy to have in their collection!    

Now, for the fun part - the giveaway!!

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I love giving things away!  I'm so blessed and thankful to the people at St. Martin's who send me all kinds of books to review.  It only seems right that I spread the joy and share them with you.   I've been collecting little trinkets to put together a fun knitting prize package.  In addition to the book, there are stork scissors!!  These are a classic item and a huge favorite of my Facebook friends.  This pair is 3.5" tall making them perfect for home or on the go in your travel bag.  I have a 5" pair that I use every day - they cut beautifully!  Next I found a pair of Rosewood knitting needles from Boyd.  They're US size 6 and 14" long.  They're quite lovely and while I've never tried them, I know that my Rosewood crochet hooks feel warm and natural and seem to get better every time I use them.   Finally there is a set of handmade cobalt blue glass stitch markers.  They're one of a kind and will help you keep your place in style!  So there you have it!  All the tools you need - just add your favorite yarn and you're on your way to knitting nirvana!!

Enter now for your chance to win!

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Thanks so much for stopping by and spending a bit of your day with me.  I hope that you'll take a moment and throw your name in the hat.  I've tried to come up with lots of different ways to enter giving you plenty of options.  This time I'm opening the drawing to everyone everywhere!  If I can send you mail through the US Post Office than you're welcome to enter. If you're a crocheter and are feeling left out - don't!  I've got something special planned for you coming up towards the end of the month!  I promise you're going to love it!

Until next time friends,
Be Blessed and Stitch & Read with Love!
67 Comments
Mel link
9/3/2013 11:43:38 pm

Honestly, I love those little odd left behind balls of yarn where the information has been lost that need to find a home. I'll buy them & make something cute out of them & they're complete :)

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Karen
9/5/2013 03:09:41 pm

Little balls of yarn are also great for putting patchwork blankets together! Just saying!

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mary jones
9/4/2013 01:12:07 am

The book looks awesome. I may have to buy it if I don't win.

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Lorna "Theotokos" St. Louis link
9/4/2013 02:24:27 am

I am in love with those stitch markers, and am super excited you are giving them away!

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Angela Medina
9/4/2013 03:13:13 am

I love the knitting needles and the little stork scissors. How can you not love your project when you're working with such beautiful tools?

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EAO
9/4/2013 08:17:08 am

Very cool giveaway!

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Sharon Feeley
9/4/2013 08:43:34 am

What a great idea, how wo wear scarves.. I knit for my sister's but they don't know what to do with them except cross them over their chests.. Love the stock scissors, the st markers are my favorite color. And a knitter can always use more needles. Thank you for putting together a great give away again.

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Judy
9/4/2013 10:36:29 am

Love the giveaway!

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Rachel
9/4/2013 12:01:46 pm

AH! Rosewood is one of my favorite scents (I have several bracelets made out of rosewood). And honestly, your blog has given me SO MANY crochet projects.

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Jeanie Stave
9/4/2013 07:02:58 pm

what a lovely giveaway! I love that the author includes a how to wear section! I never feel like I am wearing my shawls 'right' :)

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brandy
9/5/2013 03:33:05 am

I love this! Hoping I win, I love trying new patterns!

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Amanda C.
9/5/2013 03:58:11 am

Yay Giveaway! This is an amazing prize. I am obsessed with shawls and scarves of all shapes and sizes. They are my favorite things to create. This book looks so awesome and those scissors are absolutely lovely! Thank you for the chance to win!

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e Lee link
9/5/2013 04:53:34 am

How fun! Love books with many a photos :) Cheers!

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Natasha
9/5/2013 05:07:18 am

Ooohhh how I would love to win this package! The book was released on my bday...that's gotta be a sign, lol!!!

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Mary H
9/5/2013 05:08:27 am

Hoping I win. Thanks for the great giveaway.

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Frank Knits link
9/5/2013 05:45:49 am

love the book, as well as the Needles and markers. what an awesome giveaway. hope i win, trying to get in as many contests to have something to giveaway on my podcast. good luck everyone!

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opereta
9/5/2013 06:14:56 am

Thank you for the great giveaway, I like it very much!

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Sheila Cunnea
9/5/2013 07:50:55 am

Fab giveaway, love shawls & scarves :)

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Sabine Novak
9/5/2013 11:40:15 am

Thanks for a chance at the giveaway

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Luna link
9/5/2013 12:06:11 pm

I was just telling myself that I wanted to knit more scarves/shawls, they make such fantastic gifts. Such a lovely review, I think I may have to add this book to my birthday wish-list (that is, unless I get lucky in the giveaway!)

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Bonnijean Marley link
9/5/2013 01:30:43 pm

Thanks for the giveaway.

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Donna
9/5/2013 04:19:25 pm

What a nice giveaway. Congrats to all who enter, and to the ultimate winner. I taught my niece to knit when she was 9. She just turned 18 and is off to college!!! She and I have lovely memories spending time together with yarn. She liked to tell me how her classmates said "no you did not make that" and she said...yes I did, and my Aunt can teach you how!!!

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Rumanci Finn
9/5/2013 10:10:44 pm

What a lovely giveaway and very appealing to this knitter - however you are also responsible for making me believe I CAN crochet too. Many thanks for the inspiration and motivation to keep trying.

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Jennifer link
9/5/2013 11:35:46 pm

Those scissors are just so cute! And I'll bet those needles are AMAZING!

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Grace C.
9/6/2013 04:09:15 am

I'm excited about shawls! My new room mate works at Barnes and Noble... maybe I'll go over for a look. :)

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Kirsty
9/6/2013 05:16:39 am

This give away has some wonderful prizes. Thank you for your kind generosity. :)

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Sinaoife Andrews
9/6/2013 06:08:50 am

Love those scissors! So cute! :)

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Dionne Obeso link
9/6/2013 09:30:40 am

Love the stitch markers, especially. Gorgeous!

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Rebecca Collier-Hindley
9/6/2013 12:11:12 pm

Those Rosewood Needles look beautiful :)

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Rikki
9/6/2013 08:22:34 pm

Your review makes me want to purchase the book if don't happen to win it. Thanks so much for sharing!

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Carol Samsel
9/7/2013 04:06:03 am

Sounds like a really cool book that will be going on my wish list :) Thanks for the chance to win it!!!!!

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Michelle
9/7/2013 04:39:57 am

I'm so happy I found your blog. I am a knitter so this giveaway is right up my alley. Thanks for your generosity. Fingers crossed! I'll be coming back to visit your blog often.

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Kristina
9/7/2013 04:56:21 am

The stitch markers are really calling out to me. I have been going through pages and pages of stitch markers on Etsy without being able to make up my mind. I like what you are showing and the blue color is a favorite. Hoping against all hope!

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Sofia
9/7/2013 05:23:10 am

The stork scissors looks so adorable and the stitch markers are beautiful! The knitting needles look amazing too!

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Elizabeth Woodward
9/7/2013 08:04:48 am

oh goody, something useful to improve my knitting skills with, and i just adore those stitch counters!

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Marianne
9/7/2013 09:05:48 am

I'm new to crochet, but I've been knitting for over a year now.. this is a wonderful giveaway, thank you for the opportunity!

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Kate link
9/7/2013 02:58:00 pm

This looks like a great book! Thanks for sharing the love with this fun giveaway.

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Alexis
9/7/2013 06:00:46 pm

Lovely giveaway. When I was small, my mother had stork scissors and I used to adore them.

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Calypso Hope
9/8/2013 06:57:47 am

I love knitting and crochet books. They are always an inspiration.

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Shelli777
9/8/2013 08:27:02 am

I enjoy your blog! Thank you for sharing such crochet loveliness.

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Maureen link
9/8/2013 09:03:54 am

This prize pack looks amazing!

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Aja Vasquez
9/8/2013 10:52:45 am

Love this giveaway! :)

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Michaela
9/8/2013 02:22:46 pm

What a lovely giveaway- those scissors are very cute!

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Marcia
9/9/2013 03:21:02 am

Love those stitch markers!

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Peggy
9/9/2013 05:07:15 am

Great giveaway

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Camilla Martin
9/9/2013 05:46:11 am

Would love to win the giveaway.

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Vicki Klein
9/9/2013 08:03:45 am

Rosewood needles are the best. I may have to buy this book if I don't win.

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Myrna Pouyatt
9/9/2013 11:00:22 am

This is a really nice giveaway. Love the book, may have to buy it if I don't win.

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Susanne Talluri
9/10/2013 02:45:57 am

Wonderful idea! Thank you!

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CathieJ link
9/10/2013 10:32:23 am

For a long time crocheter and fairly new knitter this book and your giveaway look fantastic. I love your blog.

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Linda Romanger Jones
9/11/2013 04:58:22 am

Thanks for the giveaway!! Would love to win!

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Patti Schmidt
9/11/2013 05:07:44 am

The needles are just gorgeous!

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9/11/2013 05:25:40 am

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Cathy
9/11/2013 05:53:19 am

Beautiful!

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JennyME
9/11/2013 07:14:40 am

What a fantastic book! Thank you for offering the giveaway.

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Liz
9/11/2013 11:18:20 pm

Love this!! Thanks for sharing all of these lovely items

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TAMMY FAYE SHEPPARD
9/13/2013 01:43:49 pm

I LOVE YOUR SITE AND YOUR MY FRIEND,I DONT KNOW HOW TO KNIT BUT I LOVE TO CROCHET SHAWLS .I LOVBE CROCHET BOOKS AND PATTERNS,BUT IF ITS A KNITTING BOOK,I HOPE ONE OF THESE FINE LADIES GET IT ,CAUSE CROCHETING IS MY PASSION.THANKS TAMMY

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Diane B. link
9/14/2013 06:45:58 am

Very awesome giveaway! I am just loving those scissors!!

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Melissa Graham link
9/14/2013 07:06:27 am

Thanks so much for such a beautiful giveaway!

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Donna L. link
9/14/2013 07:13:05 am

Love the give away. Thanks for posting. Love the scissors and hooks.

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Ranjitha Susheelendra link
9/14/2013 07:53:59 am

I have to buy the pair of scissors if I dont win :-)

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Jennafer Leveille link
9/14/2013 08:13:54 am

Thanks for hosting a give away! I really appreciate the oportunity to bulk up my craft room.

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ShoniLane
9/14/2013 09:12:50 am

This book looks amazing! I've been looking for new books to add to my library.

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Mel
9/22/2013 06:01:25 pm

Winners??

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Sketches designer link
10/1/2013 07:32:37 pm

It feels great to have a piece among the other gorgeous submissions... I am really excited about seeing the final e-book too!

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