This is one nerd that wishes they had learned to knit while they had the chance. Way back in 1984 while in Germany as an exchange student I was amazed at how the students all sat in class knitting. One of my host girls tried teaching us but the translation from German to English and left hand to right hand made me completely confused. But this book makes me want to attempt it once again. I just really want that Star Trek Next Generation inspired sweater.
[amazon_link id=”1449407919″ target=”_blank” ]Knits for Nerds[/amazon_link] not only shows you great ideas but gives you the knitting patterns to make them yourself. Don’t get too excited as the book doesn’t come out until February, but you can pre-order it on [amazon_link id=”1449407919″ target=”_blank” ]Amazon[/amazon_link].
Knits for Nerds
30 Projects: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy
by Joan of Dark a.k.a Toni Carr
U.S.: $16.99 Canada: $19.99
ISBN: 9781449407919
Published by Andrews McMeel Publishing
From the publisher:
The best of science fiction, manga, and animaguiri meets knit one, purl two as knit siren and part-time roller derby girl Joan of Dark offers up an out-of-this-world assortment of knitting nerdiness inside [amazon_link id=”1449407919″ target=”_blank” ]Knits for Nerds[/amazon_link]. The patterns for 30 iconic clothing and accessory items inspired by popular TV shows, books, films, comics, and more—including Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and Firefly—are presented alongside full-color photographs showcasing completed projects, such as:
- Lieutenant Uhura’s sexy Star Trek minidress
- Hobbit feet slippers
- Firefly-inspired scarf, socks, hat, and jacket
- Tank Girl socks
- Hermione Granger’s secret beaded bag
- Manga-inspired leg warmers
- The Big Bang Theory-inspired his and hers sweater-vests
- Lord of the Rings-inspired shrug
In addition to a wardrobe of costume finery, hobbyists will also find instructions for practical projects such as an e-reader cover or a laptop bag crafted of checkered fabric that serves double-duty as a chessboard and carryall, as well as patterns for plush toys inspired by Star Trek, robots, and the comic book Squee! Wear (and knit!) your nerdiness on your sleeve with Knits for Nerds.
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