Author Hunter Hammersen has been collecting vintage etiquette guides since she was little. The guides were written before books were filled with page after page of colour pictures, but their authors still had very distinct opinions about what you should be wearing. This means the books are full of marvellous descriptions that you can interpret however you choose, which is exactly what Hunter has done. She started with delightful quotes from some of her most treasured books and used them to design a whole host of different patterns. Each includes the quote that inspired it and each pattern’s name is taken from its quote. (For those of you wondering, the title of the book is also drawn from a particularly amusing line in one of the books.) And, while the inspiration for the patterns may have come from vintage sources, the pieces themselves are perfectly suited to the
- 15 patterns inspired by vintage etiquette guides for the modern knitter
About Hunter Hammersen
Hunter is a knitter and perpetual student living in Cleveland, Ohio, USA. You can find out more about her and her adventures at www.pantsvillepress.com.
Crochet Addict UK
Wow this is one book that lives up to it's title. I could spend hours just flicking through the book and looking at the beautiful projects. The designs use vintage looks that are ideal for a modern wardrobe. The socks are to die for. No one could not feel special with a pair of the socks that are in this book. Each of the designs comes from a quote in an etiquette book. Hunter has brought these quotes to life and made them into the most amazing designs. Each of the projects is in written terms and there are helpful hints to guide you on your way. I would think that this book is designed more for and experienced knitter. Everything from cables to lace knitting are used. With 15 projects this book is sure to keep you busy. You could either make them for yourself
Karen Platt- yarnsandfabrics.co.uk
All the patterns in this book are sourced from vintage style. Throughout the book are quotes from the 1800s and early 1900s pertaining to etiquette and linked to the patterns, i.e. a snippet on gloves, or showing ankles. The instructions seem easy to follow and type size is quite large, so no straining your eyes. The patterns include socks, gloves, shawls, hats and slippers. I like the shawl patterns best, but the slippers are neat and really all the patterns are good. There are 15 knitting patterns in all, bringing back a flavour of classic knitting for everyday and special occasions. Charts are included where necessary and there are professional tips too. A handsome book you will want to keep.
