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Knits for Nerds - 30 Projects - cover

Knits for Nerds - 30 Projects

Toni Carr

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing, LLC

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Summary

Patterns for Uhura’s dress, Hobbit slippers, a Summer Queen shawl, and other projects for crafty geeks . . .  
 
The best of science fiction, manga, and animaguiri meets knit one, purl two as knit siren and part-time roller derby girl Joan of Dark offers up an out-of-this-world assortment of knitting nerdiness. The patterns for thirty iconic clothing and accessory items inspired by popular TV shows, books, films, comics, and more—including Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and Firefly—are presented alongside full-color photos showcasing completed projects, such as: 
 
* Lieutenant Uhura’s sexy Star Trek minidress 
 
* Hobbit feet slippers  
 
* Firefly-inspired scarf, socks, hat, and jacket 
 
* Tank Girl socks 
 
* Hermione Granger’s secret beaded bag 
 
* Manga-inspired leg warmers 
 
* The Big Bang Theory-inspired his and hers sweater-vests 
 
* Lord of the Rings-inspired shrug 
 
In addition to a wardrobe of costume finery, hobbyists will also find instructions for practical projects such as an e-reader cover or a laptop bag crafted of checkered fabric that serves double-duty as a chessboard and carryall, as well as patterns for plush toys inspired by Star Trek, robots, and the comic book Squee! Wear your nerdiness on your sleeve with Knits for Nerds.
Available since: 02/21/2012.
Print length: 144 pages.

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