The Close-Knit Circle: American Knitters Today

by Kerry Wills

Book Overview

Knitting has recently exploded in popularity. Professionals, punks, and feminists are embracing this ancient craft, an activity that was previously relegated to the realm of the traditional woman, the mother and homemaker. While knitting books featuring such hip projects as iPod cozies and yoga mat bags abound, few explore the subculture of knitting in any depth. Who are these people? Why knitting, why now? Wills takes the reader on a fascinating...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0275992462
• ISBN13: 9780275992460
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 9.5" x 6.8"