Grab your knitting needles and fearlessly explore a variety of techniques in this travel-inspired pattern book from nomadic knitter Krista Ann.
If you’re looking to expand your knitting skills and explore the world without leaving your favorite chair, The Wandering Knitter offers a creative journey like no other. Professional designer and world traveler Krista Ann invites you on a cross-continental knitting adventure, using 20 destination-inspired patterns to teach essential techniques like lace, cables, brioche, colorwork, and more.
Each chapter takes you to a new region, from the flower fields of California to iconic East Coast beaches. With every project, you’ll “visit” a different place, explore a new knitting technique, and come away with a memorable hand-knit souvenir. And if you’re inspired to venture out with your knitting, Krista shares valuable tips for traveling with yarn.
Inside this guided journey through fiber, you’ll discover:
- 20 knitting patterns inspired by inspiring destinations, from beautiful beaches and majestic mountains to flower fields and desert vistas.
- Tips for knitting on the go and making the most of your travel time
- Project planning advice for road trips, retreats, and yarn crawls
Perfect for adventurous beginners and experienced knitters alike, this book is a celebration of hands-on learning, travel stories, and the joy of making. Whether you’re knitting from your RV, your couch, or a cozy cabin in the woods, The Wandering Knitter turns each project into a passport stamp of fiber and creativity.
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"Original, illustrated, inspiring, and thoroughly 'reader/user' friendly in organization, presentation and style...especially and unreservedly recommended."
" - Midwest Book Review
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"This title is a gift for knitters who love to create beautiful things while enjoying the scenery, wherever that may be."
" - Library Journal
