The Yarn Garden: 30 Knits Using Plant-Based Fibers

Pick a bouquet of beautiful projects from The Yarn Garden.

Discover the joys of working with plant-based yarns! From traditional favorites like cotton and linen to more exotic choices such as nettle and hemp, plant-based yarns are a joy to knit with and offer many unique benefits. If you want to knit sweaters (and wear sweaters!) year-round, plant-based yarns are perfect for warm-weather knitting. Plant-based yarns also boast a wide range of weights and textures, so it's easy to bring a new twist to your knits. If you want to make projects that are eco-friendly and animal-product free, you'll find what you're looking for here.

The Yarn Garden includes:

• more than 30 beautiful patterns for garments and accessories for knitters and crocheters of all skill levels.
• helpful information about plant-based yarns, including how they are manufactured and their characteristics.
• everything you'll need to know to create and care for projects made with plant-based yarns and enjoy them throughout every season.

Pick up some needles and some plant-based yarns and find out how beautifully your yarn garden can grow.

J. Marsha Michler is an artist, designer, crazy quilter, jewelry maker, knitter, crocheter and photographer. She has published nine books with Krause publications. Her work can be viewed at www.jmarshamichler.com.