Wrapped in Color: 30 Shawls to Knit in Koigu Handpainted Yarns

Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDCrafts - Clothing & AccessoriesMade of high-quality, hand-painted merino, Koigus signature yarn is legendary, cherished for its wearability, versatility, and stunning colors. These collection of 30 magnificent shawls, all knit with Koigu, will be a must-have for the companys obsessively loyal following. With patterns in all weights, from ultra-luxe lace to popular bulky yarns, every knitter willl find a perfect project!Editorial ReviewsBefore the craze for hand-dyed yarn became a big business, there was Koigu, the Ontario-based company founded by the Landra family. Hand-painted in gorgeous, saturated colors, Koigu yarns were especially coveted during the early years of the current knitting renaissance, and one of the early knitalongs--before the days of Ravelry--was Maie Landra's Charlotte's Web shawl (which appears in this book). The shawls vary in size and complexity, from simple shawlettes to extravagantly detailed showpieces, and each design showcases the stunning colors that define the Koigu brand. The coauthors also celebrate their Estonian roots, incorporating elements of traditional Estonian lace into some of the shawls. VERDICT Many knitters enjoy hand-painted yarns, but they can be difficult to work with because the riot of color can take away from the knitting. This collection showcases the beauty of both hand-painted yarn and knitted lace." --Library Journal - From the Publisher04/15/2015Before the craze for hand-dyed yarn became a big business, there was Koigu, the Ontario-based company founded by the Landra family. Hand-painted in gorgeous, saturated colors, Koigu yarns were especially coveted during the early years of the current k.…