Thank you so so much for all of the kind comments that everyone left on my last post!
Unfortunately Blogger has been strange the past few days and temporarily took my last two posts down.
They finally got them back up but all of the first comments that were left are now gone. :(
I wouldn't have minded on any other post, but the last post was so special that I would have really liked to have kept all of your comments there. So disappointing!
Anyways, I'm back with a final book review before the beginning of my next podcast season. Originally I was only planning on reviewing seven books but I was sent this book during the past few weeks and I liked it so much I thought I'd add it on!
This is a brand new knitting book just hitting the shelves now... Knit, Swirl! by Sandra McIver.
This book contains patterns for beautiful, one piece circular shaped sweaters.
I think that the information on the inside jacket of Knit, Swirl! sums up the premise of this book very well.
It reads:
Elegant Design
Flattering Fit
Flexible Sizing
Versatile Styling
Basic Knitting Skills
Minimal Finishing
One Piece, One Seam
Eighteen Patterns
In Four Dramatic
Silhouettes
Sounds like the perfect sweater doesn't it?
I want one!
Although each pattern follows the same theme, each sweater is different.
The book contains lots of options regarding shape, measurement and style.
If only I had more knitting time, I would honestly love to knit one of these!
The construction seems unusual and fun and the finished sweater itself seems so cozy and flattering.
The first thing that really attracted me to this book were the beautiful large photographs.
Here are a few of my favorite sweaters pictured.
I highly recommend that you check out this book. Its a gorgeous publication and the sweaters seem very wearable and easy to make. The style of these sweater looks like it would be flattering on a variety of body shapes and sizes.
Also.. this particular book that I will be giving away is autographed by the designer!
If you would like to enter to win this copy of Knit, Swirl! please leave a comment under this post.
Remember to please include your contact information and only one comment per person please.
Ill announce the winner of this drawing next week!
I already mentioned this on the blog, but as a reminder.. the winner of last weeks drawing for the
Vogue Knitting Knitopedia was Susan J. Congratulations!
Beautiful!
ReplyDeletelisa8978@gmail.com
What a neat looking book! I'm surprised at how wearable and versatile the sweaters look. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteThis book seems to be very interesting indeed.
ReplyDeleteWow! This looks like a fantastic book. I am so glad that you showed it to us, Alana. Congrats again on your "works in progress"! :)
ReplyDeleteemily.falke@gmail.com
I've had my eye on a sweater like this. Would love the book!
ReplyDeleteThese are totally my kind of sweaters...I would LOVE to knit these....
ReplyDeleteAnd I think my comment was one of the ones deleted by blogger..so here it is again.....CONGRATS! and I hope to see some boy-knits now....I need some inspiration.
Just in case it disappeared before: Congratulations on your big news!!!
ReplyDeleteAlso, that book looks amazing. I'm going to be keeping an eye out for it. :)
This looks very cool! Thanks for the contest, Alana! artlikebread(at)gmail(dot)com
ReplyDeleteI like the swirl knits and the circular design. I think this looks like some fun to knit up.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the big news of the baby boy on the way! i am expecting my first baby in september and completely relate to the first three months in bed :). this book is so gorgeous and interesting. I would love to get my hands on it!
ReplyDeletek-knits on ravelry
Book looks really great! Would make a great addition to my wrap sweater knitting!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a very cool, unique book! I want it!!
ReplyDeleteOoh La La!
ReplyDeletejm.cldavis@gmail.com
WOAH!!! That grey sweater is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your wonderful news!!!
oneofthehive at gmail dot com
Congratulations! and thank for the opportunity to try to win this book. mimoknits@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteWow...love the longer length sweater/coats!
ReplyDeletelpmkate@yahoo.com
This book looks like a dream! I would so love to make these gorgeous creations for gifts as well!
ReplyDeleteThis book looks fantastic! I've had a "swirl" item in my queue on Ravelry forever and this book would get my going immediately! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThe book looks so great. I think it could teach me a lot and the patterns look so spot on.
ReplyDeletemsgb245 at gmail dot com
I really like that and it's not often I say that about a garment for myself.
ReplyDeleteI really hope I win!
You can contact me through @ moosaidthecow (at) hotmail co uk or via blogger
Thanks for the chance
Those look amazing! It would be a great first sweater project for me! Love it!
ReplyDeleteCould you please stop posting books that makeme wantto run to the bookstore? :). So cool! I would love a copy! Reikimom on ravelry
ReplyDeleteLooks great!
ReplyDeleteGreat book - unique and flattering designs of a range of shapes and sizes - brilliant!
ReplyDeletemissmuffetnz on Rav
I would love to win! It looks like a wonderful book. Debbie in Alaska
ReplyDeletegussek at hotmail dot com
Would I ever love to win! Please put my name in the hat!
ReplyDeleteLucky you to get books sent to you for review. Lucky us that you are willing to give them away! Pick me, please.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win this book!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win this book. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteyu lian knits [at] gmail [dot] com
wow, this book looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteI made a child's version of this style of sweater. I really liked it.
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ReplyDeleteI am very intrigued by this construction method and I definitely want to check this book out!
ReplyDeletermr092183@yahoo.com
The sweaters are awesome and photograpy amazing! I would love to own this book! Thanks Alana!
ReplyDeleteWould love to win this!
ReplyDeleteOne seam, sign me up!! Thanks for the opportunity to win!
ReplyDeletelove the sweater construction-certainly would make for an interesting knit
ReplyDeleteVery interesting! Thank you again for offering the drawing.
ReplyDeleteThose sweaters rock! ME???
ReplyDeleteNo kidding, those do look cozy.
ReplyDeletemarie.quackk@gmail.com
I would love to have this book.I have been looking for sweaters that cover.Thank you
ReplyDeleterinebird@gmail.com
I'd love to win this book. I am especially love the semi-sheer yellow sweater. Absolutely beautiful! Also, congrats on your two WIPs :)
ReplyDeleteThose sweaters look really cute and cozy. I'd love to win. Thanks for the giveaway. aasinanna (at) gmail (dot) com
ReplyDeleteThese sweaters look great! I think one of these would be perfect for my mother-in-law.
ReplyDeleteI would love this book! Kristiknits@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI love it!!
ReplyDeleteAt first I didn't think it was my kind of sweater, but after looking at the pictures, I can't wait to make one for myself!
ReplyDeleteMarybeezo(AT)aol(DOT)com
Oh that looks wonderful!
ReplyDeleteLooks great! I've admired that type of sweater before. Would love to win!
ReplyDeleteThis book looks beautiful!
ReplyDeleteodessa.who.rox@gmail.com
This book is on my Amazon as I want it so bad. I love the style in this book. I want this book.
ReplyDeleteThanks Alana. And Congrats on the new little one that will be blessing your home soon.
Thanks for sharing with us.
Rav: mzcruse
mzcruse(at)gmail(dot)com
what a cool construction!
ReplyDeleteThese sweaters are beautiful! Another one to add to my Amazon cart...
ReplyDeleteOh Oh Oh I MUST HAVE THIS BOOK!!! I love that sweater and the fact that the variations would allow me to make multiple sweaters from different yarns and they would all look unique. Love it
ReplyDeleteAlso, congratulations on adding to your family! As many have said before me, can't wait to see what this little man will do to inspire you in the children's clothing arena! nire58@aol.com
I just saw the ad for this book yesterday, and here you have it. Great taste! I want this book.
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThe patterns look interesting to knit and wear! My e-mail address is on my blogger profile.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance,
Kelly
all-about-knitting.blogspot.com
Someone else mentioned that book on their blog recently, and I had a looksee. I would LOVE to have a copy.
ReplyDeleteWow! What a pretty book. I would love to knit one of these sweaters.
ReplyDeleterebekahpope @ comcast.net
I just saw this book on Knitter's Review and liked it immediately. I would love to win a copy!
ReplyDeleteOh what an amazing book! Please add my name to the list of interested knitters!
ReplyDeleteThank you for telling us about this book!
I love how the sweaters fit a variety of body types!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a lot of fun!
ReplyDeletecindymen96@gmail.com
I've been wanting to do a circular sweater... now would be the perfect time so I could get it done by autumn :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI love how easy going those jackets look. They remind me of the Pinwheel sweater I knitted for my grand daughter.
ReplyDeleteRavelry: zenitude
Those look lovely. Lots of knitting, but so worth it.
ReplyDeleteCount me in! Those sweaters are so intriguing!
ReplyDeletehow fun! I would love to give one of these patterns a try.
ReplyDeleteerin (dot) a (dot) lombardo (at) gmail (dot) com
I'd love to knit one of those sweaters! Thanks for the great giveaway.
ReplyDeleteknitsinclass on Ravelry
Congratulations! Thanks for these interesting book reviews too.
ReplyDeleteMstrauch at gmail dot com
It's the first time I see this book, and I must have it! I've been wanting to make a cardi like this for a while now, and the selection is great.
ReplyDeleteI'm not much of a sweater-knitter, but this book looks like it might convert me! I would love to receive it!
ReplyDeleteHot Dog that book looks great! Thanks for the chance to win it! :)
ReplyDeleteanythingbutsnow-at-gmail-dot-com
Looks really interesting :-)
ReplyDeleteooooh, so pretty!
ReplyDeleteThese are definitely intriguing!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely, totally in love ♥ The most inspiring I have seen in a long time. Kristina in sweden
ReplyDeleteJust what I've been looking for! My daughter has wanted a swirl jacket for a long time...
ReplyDeleteWow, this looks lovely!
ReplyDeletecorinne.fourcade @ gmail.com
So pretty and unusual! Thank you for another great "Give Away" Alana :)
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ReplyDeleteI've already seen photos from this book and I really want it! So pretty and interesting sweaters!
ReplyDeleteI am so fascinated by the patterns.
ReplyDeleteThank you for introducing this gorgeous book.
tw.bonjour@gmail.com
That sweater is a dream!I whish it was my dream.
ReplyDeleteIt's look fantastic ! I'll go to discover it !
ReplyDeletemarie-emmanuelle@mageos.com
Swirl me away !! This book looks great fun. Congratulations again to you and your family such lovely news. Best wishes Kristal135 xx
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of a sweater with one seam!
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ReplyDeleteOhhh wouldn't wanna miss this chance! What a Great Design Idea!
ReplyDeletevisalisa (a) gmail (dot) com
wow! i really like this book---the sweaters actually look wearable.
ReplyDeletelatifa
Uauauau! I want this book, please!
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ReplyDeleteThat looks absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeletesable at xtra.co.nz
WOW!
ReplyDeleteWOW!
No really.....
WOW!
What an inspiring knitting concept!
Love this book! Thanks for another great contest.
ReplyDeleteThose look great! What an interesting concept- thanks for sharing it with us!
ReplyDeletebgeorge1957@hotmail.com
Thanks for the great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI've already been drooling over this book. I'll end up getting it, but my pocket book would be happier if I won it. :)
ReplyDeleteI hadn't seen the book before, but it makes me want to knit things for autumn already :)
ReplyDeleteThose sweaters look so comfortable! This book looks like it would be a great addition to any library.
ReplyDelete-tmr714@hotmail.com
I've always wanted to make one of these circular jackets, but I didn't know there was a whole book on them. Neat!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a sweater that I could actually make. I get so intimidated with keeping gauge and worrying about fit. But these look great.
ReplyDeleteThose look wonderful--kind of like a spin on a pinwheel sweater. I am totally intrigued and will definitely look for this book.
ReplyDeletethese look cool and challenging - would like to give one of the patterns a swirl
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you! And that book looks great! So creative and cozy at the same time!
ReplyDeletewell this answers a question for me!!! I weas in anthropologie last week and saw this big circle vest thing.....and made a sketch in hopes of figuring out how to knit it....now I know. This book would sure make my quest much much easier.
ReplyDeleteTHanks,
Mickerr on RAV
Those sweaters look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of 1 basic design, and then being able to make it the way you like!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
RAv ID kristinfitzgerald
Very cool designs!
ReplyDeleteInteresting!
ReplyDeletemkrids on Ravelry
I *LOVE* circle sweaters!! This book would be such a perfect addition to my knitting collection, I would definitely cast on for one of those designs right away :)
ReplyDeletesillylittlelady(at)gmail(dot)com
This might even get me to make something for ME!
ReplyDeleteI've been looking for a good circle sweater pattern.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! These sweaters look like so much fun to knit. Love the minimal finishing, too.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the big pictures. The long coats are especially flattering. I think I like the grey one best.
ReplyDeleteLove those fascinating shaped sweaters...so different!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures and congratulations on your new addition. Love, love, love babies!
ReplyDeletekdmead10@gmail.com
This looks like a fascinating book! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteAlso, congratulations on your "other project"! One can tell you are really excited about the extension of your family. All good luck for the rest of your pregnancy!
Juliane (Llule on ravelry)
Beautiful book!
ReplyDeleteThose sweaters look like lots of fun. Talk about a one of a kind!
ReplyDeleteWow-beautiful sweaters!
ReplyDeleteslmiller8@hotmail.com
Ooh how lovely!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great book!! Thanks for the review. gnatchat@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteOMG! I want one
ReplyDeletePlease enter me in the book giveaway. How nice of you to keep on with these, too! Thank you ...
ReplyDeleteG. K. Green
gkgreen on ravelry.com
g_k_green@hotmail.com
That book looks beautiful! I'm definitely adding this one to my list of books to buy :) Also, congratulations on the new addition!
ReplyDeleteThis looks great - I'm always trying to challenge my knitting :)
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous sweaters! I just got a vintage shawl pin with a cameo on it and I've been looking for something to knit that would need a pin to hold it closed, and it looks like some of these would fit the bill nicely!
ReplyDeleteInteresting construction. I'll need to win this book for further evaluation. :)
ReplyDeletemhchong@aol.com
Gorgeous! I love the construction. Its back down in the 50s again here so I NEED a big cozy sweater..
ReplyDeleteI would never have seen this at my LYS. I love the gray one!
ReplyDeleteThese look so interesting! I would love to try and make something like this!
ReplyDeletemdsmassage@yahoo.com
Wow, those are gorgeous. I hadn't heard of this book and I'd love to get my hands on a copy!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a lot of fun
ReplyDeleteRav ID: MamaRamelade
Intriguing concept I'd like to check out.
ReplyDeleteThere are a couple of these examples that look like they deserve a closer look. I would love to win this book. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI just added that book to my wish list this morning.
ReplyDeleteThese patterns look like they would be a lot of fun to knit!
ReplyDeleteThe sweaters have a nice, easy to knit and comfy to wear quality about them. Glad you posted the photos so we could really see them up close.
ReplyDeleteOh I love the Book hope to be the Winner.
ReplyDeleteI'm swooning! I want to make those sweaters!
ReplyDeleteDiane
Such an interesting book - these sweaters look amazing!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting book!
ReplyDeleteJpeled on ravelry
Beautiful sweaters! I have really enjoyed all of your book reviews.
ReplyDeleteKeeping fingers crossed. . .
What fun sweaters!
ReplyDeleteThis book looks incredible! Please count me in!
ReplyDeleteI really like the longer cream colored sweater.
ReplyDeleteKatie.lustig@gmail.com
Those sweaters look beautiful. Must be a great book.
ReplyDeleteInteresting sweaters!
ReplyDeleteCharlenen (keppygirl on ravelry)
I have been loving the pinwheel pattern on Ravelry, but it wasn't quite what I was looking for, but I see so many that I love in this book! Thanks for the great giveaways, and looking forward to your podcast.
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful sweaters! I want to knit one for the fall!
ReplyDeletedanettefoster at yahoo dot com
These sweaters are gorgeous! Would love to win a copy of the book!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! The sweaters in the book are beautiful....jaedoe@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteWow! Those sweaters are beautiful!
ReplyDeletealexandraknits AT gmail DOT com
This book looks like a must-have! The designs are beautiful, the materials used are very tempting, and the photography is gorgeous, too.
ReplyDeleteI love sweaters! And congratulations- looking forward to boy knitwear...
ReplyDeleteVery interesting and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAna
anahuron@gmail.com
Looks like a great book. Beautiful sweaters!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win.
Francie
francieos@yahoo.com
what a great looking book!
ReplyDelete(goodstuff on Rav)
Great looking patterns (jocelyng on Ravelry).
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great book and I would love win it. Love the podcast and your designs. Judy from Kansas
ReplyDeleteooooh, i would so love to win this!! gorgeous sweaters, especially the yellow one you featured!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful book! I'm dying to look through it and would love to try some of those patterns - they look so original. Thanks for showing it to us:-) Also, congrats on your "work in progress"! I empathize with your last 3 months and I sure hope you are feeling better now!
ReplyDeletemjminn1(at)gmail(dot)com
I LOVE these sweaters! Thanks again for your great reviews and the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteBennettdebo@gmail.com
Wow - this book looks amazing! Would love to win! Thank you for the chance! Stephanie (stephi_gordon@yahoo.com)
ReplyDeleteI really really really want this ... eek!
ReplyDeletesbengert2003atyahoodotca
Thanks for the opportunity!
Shelley
After hitting the WEBS tent sale on Saturday, I definitely have enough yarn in my stash to knit up one of those. What a fun idea.
ReplyDeleteThank you for opening my eyes to so many different ideas in knitting. Your podcast has renewed my faith in my own knitting more times than I can count. I'm SO looking forward to next season and hearing lots about that little project due in November. I have two little boys (4 and 1), and I'm not seeing any "cast-off" in the foreseeable future! :)
Thank you Alana!
KITTY
These are lovely!
ReplyDeleteknitterlydesigns on Ravelry
Looks fascinating!
ReplyDeletelooks like a beautiful book!
ReplyDeleteWow! The sweaters look amazing! Maybe with bulkier yarn you and I will both have time to create one of these? It's almost like magic right before your eyes...wearable magic!
ReplyDeletekendraja
Fantastic!
ReplyDeletekarisat@gmail.com
Wunderful! Beautiful! Bye Cornelia
ReplyDeleteAnother great contest!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this contest!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on your new "WIP"! Hears to smooth sailing until November:)There are some beautiful sweater patterns in this book. I'd love to win it... maryjn@earthlink.net
ReplyDeleteThese patterns are so interesting. They also look flattering.
ReplyDeletelbstackow@msn.com
Beautiful book! I'd love it. ecareyincville@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteI would be so happy to win this book! asjknits@sympatico.ca
ReplyDeleteLooks really interesting. Thanks for sharing it!
ReplyDeleteI would love to wrap myself in one of those sweaters!
ReplyDeleteWow, those sweaters are amazing! And, no seaming--could it get any better?
ReplyDeleteFantastic looking book. It's the first one you've reviewed that I went immdeiately onto Amazon to order... but they're out of stock. I'll try my hand at winning a copy! Congrats on your news!
ReplyDeleteThose swirls look so interesting and wonderful on the models. I would love to knit one for myself!
ReplyDeleteI like that from one scheme you can make so different looking sweaters. I'd love to have this book!
ReplyDeletemorganah on ravelry
oooh la la a book after my own heart! It would totally make my day if I won this one....
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and functional! haha..I'd love to knit one of these too.
ReplyDeleteI can totally see myself rockin' a sweater like those. Maybe with a flouncy scarf ans a baggy berret. I'll cross my fingers and hope to be casting on soon.
ReplyDeletecombatboots7[at]yahoo[dot]com
I would put this book to good use. I am a new knitter and can use all the help I can get. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI just saw this book last night at my LYS. What a beautiful book! These sweaters are absolutely gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteForgot to leave my email!
ReplyDeleteAnglouise88@gmail.com
looks like something even i could do...
ReplyDeletesplendidgibberish@hotmail.com
I have to admit that when I saw the first picture I thought, "here's another book I'll pass on." I'm glad I kept looking because I think that grey sweater is absolutely fabulous. It looks so cozy and perfect for a walk on the beach.
ReplyDeletebigblueice@yahoo(dot)com
"Knit, Swirl!" is soooooo my sweater-wearing style! I can't wait to check it out :)
ReplyDeleteravelry: millertime
I would love to try to knit these beautiful sweaters! Congrats on the news:)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to be entered in the drawing. Thanks for the opportunity!
ReplyDeletelarissa.amoroso@gmail.com
What a beautiful book. I'd love to go for a swirl!
ReplyDeleteA great looking book!
ReplyDeleteroseleafibresATyahooDOTcom
Thanks for highlighting this book. It looks like a lot of fun!
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