now, here’s a handy book

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out just in time for holiday gifting, vogue knitting mittens & gloves is a collection of more than 40 favorite accessories for hands and wrists, gathered from the pages of vogue knitting magazine.

representing virtually any style you can think of, this book explores the gamut from classic to glam to fantastic with the collection contained inside.

and the photography shows off each one so that making the choice of which to start with might be the knitter’s biggest difficulty.

i love the several pair of long gloves, worked in fine yarn which are included—they give off the most feminine air and are versatile enough to be worn indoors as an accessory.

in addition to a bevy of style choices, there is something from every knit stitch “family” to choose from

the adorable pine tree mittens above and the scandinavian style ski mittens below are just two of the colorwork pieces included.

and there is lace, too

cables do not go ignored either—complex 3D ones are among the pages

mixing with more delicate streamlined cable texture in other pieces

the instructions are laid out well with detailed construction directions and large, color-coded charts for each piece.

there are quite a few pieces that are not purposed for warmth, but instead, for sheer style or illusion. my favorite page in the book shows a pair of backless gloves, cleverly designed to imitate the leather ones worn for horseback riding (or driving).

on another page, a beautiful muff is pictured

maybe not practical for everyday use, but certainly, it could have a role in a glamorous winter costume event—i could see it making and unforgettable entrance at a wedding, winter prom, or glittering holiday party.

the book compiles so many appealing choices in one place that it’s sure to have something for everyone.

i’m in richmond, VA this weekend, teaching at the hanover knttiing guild, but i thought it would be fun to post this review and offer a treat for readers in place of hearing from the real me. sixth&spring has generously offered to send a copy of vogue knitting mittens & gloves to one lucky reader. if you’d like to get in the drawing, leave a comment at the end of this post some time before 9 pm EST on sunday, october 31st. i’ll announce the winner upon my return home, probably monday morning (but maybe tuesday, heh).

193 thoughts on “now, here’s a handy book

  1. Gorgeous book! The muff brings back warm memories of one I had as a child. The two days of workshops with you this weekend were amazing. So much information–so much inspiration–from such a lovely person. Thank you.

  2. Mittens, gloves are always welcome gifts and this book would be an ideal stash buster and present builder.

  3. I regretted not buying the magazine when Jared’s Druid mittens were featured on the cover, I’ll have to look for this book. Thanks for another helpful review.

  4. me,me,please pick me? p.s. i love that you model all your finished projects.It shows that they are really as beautiful to wear as make:0)

  5. how totally fabulous! i have yet to make a pair of mittens considering that i live in FL… but every person i would knit for lives where it snows… so, i need to get on that.

  6. The book looks very lovely. Some of the gloves look so glamorous, just what I need for taking my son to hockey practice:-)

  7. I wish I was in VA. It’s cold and windy in New York. I don’t think I’ll ever warm up. I could use a set of those mittens! I love the muff as well!

  8. Ah, it’s late October and the knitter’s thoughts turn to warmth. This is what VK does best – marry high design with function.

    Thanks to you and VK for sponsoring this giveaway!

  9. That muff is not practical? Hmmm…I could totally see myself walking into a stadium for a soccer game sporting that one! It would go with my big green pom pom hat!

    Thanks for previewing the book and for the giveaway!

  10. Those long gloves have such a glamorous look. I don’t know if I would have the patience to knit them, but wouldn’t they feel so la-dee-da!

    Leslie

  11. So great to see you in person this weekend, Anne. I miss you already. And I learned a TON of wonderful info. You’re the BEST.

  12. I love the long dramatic gloves as well as the colorwork and the cables. It looks like a great collection!

  13. Thanks for sharing pics from such a wonderful book! It would be a great addition to one’s knitting book collection. Lovely patterns …

  14. As someone who takes a bus to work, I can’t have too many pairs of mittens. However, it is true that some of the images that you show are fun to look at, but one wouldn’t find the pattern useful. I like your creative ideas for use of the muff.

  15. Great review. Thanks for a peek. The book is packed full of beautiful projects and great inspiration. Phyllis

  16. Oddly enough, I want to make the muff and use it for daily commuting. It would come in super handy on the cold walk to the train station.

  17. i remember that i bought that issue of VK because of the blonde girl with the fingerless mitts, lol. just because of her, stunning eyes.

  18. What a wonderful book! I’d love to make some things from it. Maybe this will be my lucky day! 🙂

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