Knits for Nerds: 30 Projects: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy
by:
Toni Carr (author)
Joan of Dark (author)
Finally—a knitting book for nerds who love sci-fi, fantasy, comics, and manga!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 Knits for...
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Finally—a knitting book for nerds who love sci-fi, fantasy, comics, and manga!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 Knits for Nerds. 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 shrugIn 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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Format: paperback
ISBN:
9781449407919 (1449407919)
ASIN: 1449407919
Publish date: February 21st 2012
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pages no: 144
Edition language: English
Very little in this book appealed to me as something I want to knit (or would want to if I had the high enough skill) regardless of fandom connections. Some of the projects have direct and solid connections to a fandom, quite a few strike me as more tenuous in concept and application. I'm serious...
Not sure how relevant the models are, but the models provided a definitely fun to check out and a must for every sci-fi nut such as myself, and I would go as far as to say some of the models have real life application and not just "Halloween" potential. :)
Not sure how relevant the models are, but the models provided a definitely fun to check out and a must for every sci-fi nut such as myself, and I would go as far as to say some of the models have real life application and not just "Halloween" potential. :)
Not sure how relevant the models are, but the models provided a definitely fun to check out and a must for every sci-fi nut such as myself, and I would go as far as to say some of the models have real life application and not just "Halloween" potential. :)
LOL. If you are a nerd, or know someone who is a nerd, then this is fun stuff for you. Instead of knitting snow flake pattern, why not a red and black Star Trek sweater. Or a princess hat. I'm not sure if the pattern really work, but it is worth to check it out. If anyone feel the need to knit, a Do...
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