Stephanie pearl mcphee, aka the yarn harlot, is a knitter, a mum shes canadian, a doula, the inventor of. Now cited in the urban dictionary and in the new york times 2007 word in. Stephanie pearlmcphee, aka the yarn harlot, is a knitter, a mum shes canadian, a doula, the inventor of the word kinnearing and a super fun writer. Knitpicking with the yarn harlot houston chronicle. I buy the yarn, lavish it with attention, show it off to my friends, and turn my back on those waiting projects in order to start something new and wonderful with that new yarn just like a. This page is automatically generated based on what facebook users are interested in, and not affiliated with or endorsed by anyone associated with the topic. The yarn harlots bag of knitting tricks yarn harlot. The secret life of a knitter by stephanie pearlmcphee 2005, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. The secret life of a knitter by stephanie pearlmcphee. Stephanie pearlmcphee, known as the yarn harlot, calls herself a dork with funny hair, and says this kind of attention is new to her. Yarn harlot by stephanie pearlmcphee overdrive rakuten. Comedian and new author ali wong talks writing and reading. May 28, 2007 here is a small excerpt of the harn yarlots casts off book launch in toronto, on friday, 25th may 2007. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published.
Here is a small excerpt of the harn yarlots casts off book launch in toronto, on friday, 25th may 2007. Sep 25, 2019 open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. We have about 30 different yarn stores literally in the twin cities, but it took this long to get the harlot to town. Ive been reading her blog for a few months and finally picked up one of her books. The secret life of a knitter pearlmcphee, stephanie on. In town to promote her latest book, she made an appearance at the twisted yarns store in spring. Colorful designs featuring knit picks palette yarn what are the best knitting books for beginners.
Mar 01, 2006 this book should be put on your bookshelf before any other knitting book. Yarn harlot as youve probably heard if youre from around here, the yarn harlot was in town yesterday to do a book reading. Stephanie pearlmcphee is the author of multiple books and the yarn harlot blog. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Also known as author and knitting guru stephanie pearlmcphee, the yarn harlot made a stop in northampton as part of a national book tour for her newest title, cast off. Stephanie anne pearlmcphee is a writer, knitter, international board certified lactation. Harlot did something fabulousshowed me debbie new s work.
The yarn harlots guide to the land of knitting, 2007 isbn 9781580176583 things i learned from knitting whether i wanted to or not, 2008 isbn 9781603420624 freerange knitter. Meet the yarn harlot stephanie pearl mcphee is a knitterbloggerlecturer and a very funny lady from canada who has written a ton of books including. Knitting rules the yarn harlot unravels the mysteries of swatching. The yarn harlot leads a knitting revolution mpr news. Weve also introduced a new valley yarn springfield. As an alternative, the kindle ebook is available now and can be read on any. Stephanie pearlmcphee, aka the yarn harlot, is a knitter, a mum shes canadian, a doula, the inventor of. Stephanie pearlmcphee the author, an obsessed knitter who cant seem to put the needles down, reveals the tangled and sometimes maniacal path of her knitting triumphs and disasters. Meditations for women who knit too much, and knitting rules. Buy a cheap copy of knitting rules the yarn harlots bag. Ship to home 449 available instore 166 free store pickup 163 available instore 166 free store pickup 163 ship to home 449 lion brand 89 premier yarns 45. Then some fancy new yarn will catch my eye and i decide i cant live without it. Stephanie pearlmcphees deepest wish is that everyone understand that knitting is at least as fun as baseball and way cooler than the evil looped path of crochet. Sep 10, 2006 excerpt of stephanie pearl mcphee aka yarn harlot at fullthreadahead.
May, 2008 stephanie pearlmcphee, known as the yarn harlot, calls herself a dork with funny hair, and says this kind of attention is new to her. Stephanie pearlmcphee is the author of several books and three collections of essays. I was thrilled to have a new book by the yarn harlot coming out, as i basically worship her, and want to read every word she writes asap. The message in her latest book, things i learned from knitting whether i wanted to or. The yarn harlot unravels the mysteries of swatching, stashing, ribbing. Admittedly they also like yarn as a gift, but thats to be expected. Well, i got to post my first comment on the yarn harlots site today. A place for fans of the stephanie pearlmcphee, also known as the yarn harlot, to come together. The yarn harlot s guide to the land of knitting, 2007 isbn 9781580176583 things i learned from knitting whether i wanted to or not, 2008 isbn 9781603420624 freerange knitter. She was working in toronto hospitals with new moms when sars hit in.
Stayed tune for lots more info on parking, the festivities, etc. The yarn harlot writes again things i learned from knitting whether i wanted to or not stephanie pearlmcphee casts off the yarn harlots guide to the land of knitting knitting rules. The yarn harlot writes again pearlmcphee, stephanie on. The yarn harlot s bag of knitting tricks yarn harlot.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. I am now officially as geeky as they come i say that word geeky with love, of course. Gaddrt handwoven chunky milk cotton yarn colorful hand kiting, warm soft natural hand roving scarf hat knitting baby crochet knitwear wool yarn p 3. This book will walk a new knitter through all the basics of learning the stitches. The secret life of a knitter by stephanie pearlmcphee 2005, paperback at the best online. The yarn harlot writes again, 2008 isbn 0740769472 pearlmcphee, stephanie 2005. There is a zero tolerance policy for trolling, spamming, bullying or harassment of any kind. Every new knitter should be required to read this book. The yarn harlot writes again things i learned from knitting whether i wanted to or not stephanie pearlmcphee casts off the yarn harlot s guide to the land of knitting knitting rules. Whether or not you read the yarn harlots blog, her advice is really great, very practical, and her stories help build confidence. I found new projects, new fiber, new yarn, and most important, a new community.
Pearlmcphee often makes personal appearances at conventions, book. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Mar 17, 2008 stephanie pearlmcphee is the author of several books and three collections of essays. Oct 06, 2007 stephanie pearlmcphee is the author of multiple books and the yarn harlot blog.
Knitting rules the yarn harlots bag of knitting tricks. Knitting rules the yarn harlots bag of knitting tricks by stephanie. The event, hosted by yarn, knitting, and weaving supplies catalogerretailer webs, included a presentation and questionandanswer session by pearlmcphee at the calvin, a. Just this morning, i emailed a friend another canadian knitter, who is currently getting whacked with winter weather in maine, and told her she just had to read yesterdays blog from the harlot i know, how overly familiar is that abbreviating your. Springfield is 88% cotton12% acrylic and has a textured crimp to it. Yarn harlot tells all those stories with humor, insight, and sympathy for the obsessed. One row handspun scarf pattern by stephanie pearlmcphee. Knitting author stephanie pearlmcphee discusses her personal. The yarn harlot writes again by stephanie pearlmcphee 2008, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. This isnt at all what i expected, i kept thinking as i read the first few chapters of all wound up, stephanie pearlmcphees newest book.
Knitting rules the yarn harlots bag of knitting tricks by. Pre yarn harlot i knit with acrylic and now i knit with gasp. No longer just a fad or a hobby, knitting has advanced to a lifestyle. Apr 05, 2007 yarn harlot as youve probably heard if youre from around here, the yarn harlot was in town yesterday to do a book reading. This book should be put on your bookshelf before any other knitting book. The secret life of a knitter moves beyond instructions and patterns into the purest elements of knitting. The yarn harlot writes for a spin freerange knitter.
I love the humorreal life funny stuff in this book it is like hearing from a friend. Stephanie pearlmcphees humorous and poignant essays find humor in knitting an enormous afghan that requires a whopping 30 balls of wool, having a husband with size feet who. Similarly, i preordered my copy of stephanie pearlmcphees new book from amazon as soon as i knew i could. Stephanie pearlmcphee, the bestselling author of at knits end.
Meditations for women who knit too much and celebrated blogger and humorist of the knitting world. The secret life of a knitter first printing by pearlmcphee, stephanie isbn. Stephanie pearlmcphee for the 60 million knitters in america, stephanie pearlmcphee a. Knitting rules the yarn harlots bag of knitting tricks scribd. The yarn harlot april 27th its a sunday 2pm the calvin theater book signing and other festivities at webs probably stuff before and after the calvin free but we need you to register which is now live. Stephanie pearlmcphee better known as the yarn harlot is a prolific knitter, writer and blogger known for her humorous but always insightful anecdotes and stories about knitting triumphs and tragedies. Jan 10, 2007 well, i got to post my first comment on the yarn harlot s site today. Yarn harlot by stephanie pearlmcphee, 2005, andrews mcmeel pub. She started writing proposals and in just a few months had two book deals. Excerpt of stephanie pearl mcphee aka yarn harlot at fullthreadahead. This book gave me the freedom to customize patterns, unvent my own patterns, and more importantly, justify my stash. Two of those are new york times best sellers, which both stephanie and her mum are really proud of.
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