Books like Knitting pearls by Ann Hood
Knitting pearls gathers personal narratives from a diverse group of writers—authors, poets, and knitting enthusiasts—who share how the craft has soothed grief, forged family bonds, and sparked new cultural practices. Each essay is paired with a pattern from noted yarn sources such as Purl Soho, Hill Country Weavers, and Churchmouse Yarns, inviting readers to both read and knit. Together, the stories reveal knitting’s rhythmic ritual and joyful pleasure as it transforms ordinary moments into lasting memories.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Crafts & Hobbies
Authors: Ann Hood
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