You know I'm a sucker for anything French. Je t'aime France. I was quite obviously born in the wrong country, but when life gives you lemons... you learn French, watch French films, and knit French things. I keep thinking eventually I will wake up in France. (Don't burst my bubble.)
French Girl Knits: Innovative Techniques, Romantic Details, and Feminine Designs
by Kristeen Griffin-Grimes
You'd think I'd have had nothing but high hopes for a book called "French Girl Knits", but au contraire. I was actually clutching it with a white knuckle grip in fear that it wouldn't live up to its name. French Girl Knits, eh? Yea, we'll see about that. (I smirk)
Much to my surprise, this book isn't just a one hit wonder. With a plethora of fab French styles from enfant sauvage (wild child) to la boutique Parisienne, this book is a page turning masterpiece. I could not only imagine whipping out my needles and casting on at least 15 of the 18 designs in the book, but I immediately saw myself wearing them. While in France, no less. If my knitting could keep up with my imagination, my life would be complete!
I'm not a frilly fru-fru girl, but the designs in French Girl Knits are not really frilly fru-fru. I'd call them feminine casual--with French flair. I'm all about the feminine casual.
Just over $16 from Amazon. Worth every penny!
Now... where do I start?
French Girl Knits: Innovative Techniques, Romantic Details, and Feminine Designs
by Kristeen Griffin-Grimes
You'd think I'd have had nothing but high hopes for a book called "French Girl Knits", but au contraire. I was actually clutching it with a white knuckle grip in fear that it wouldn't live up to its name. French Girl Knits, eh? Yea, we'll see about that. (I smirk)
Much to my surprise, this book isn't just a one hit wonder. With a plethora of fab French styles from enfant sauvage (wild child) to la boutique Parisienne, this book is a page turning masterpiece. I could not only imagine whipping out my needles and casting on at least 15 of the 18 designs in the book, but I immediately saw myself wearing them. While in France, no less. If my knitting could keep up with my imagination, my life would be complete!
I'm not a frilly fru-fru girl, but the designs in French Girl Knits are not really frilly fru-fru. I'd call them feminine casual--with French flair. I'm all about the feminine casual.
Just over $16 from Amazon. Worth every penny!
Now... where do I start?
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I've seen a few French Girl patterns on purlsoho.com, haven't gotten around to trying any yet. I love their sweaters though!
That book looks beautiful!
It's nice to know what someone thinks of a book before you buy it. It's nice to know this one comes so highly recommended. My style is feminine casual with the emphasis on casual. I am going through your archives and enjoying it so much. I love your writing and your sense of humour. Have a wonderful weekend! Twyla
I finally got a post up about your cute little dress. Thank you again! It's on the garden blog!
Oooh, can't wait to see what fun little knitties you make from this. I hope I can find a copy of it at my library. Cross your fingers!! This book looks delicious!!
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