The
Knitted Slipper Book: Slippers and House Shoes for the Entire Family is
primarily organized as two parts--materials and the projects. Designed with
projects for every member of the family and beyond the book represents the
author’s lifestyle and how she views the world. As explained in the several
page introduction, author Katie Startzman prefers to live life as simply as
possible and to be as self-sufficient as possible. By following her directions
and making your own footwear you can create something more special than store
bought and maintain a low impact lifestyle.
“Part One: Materials and Basic Techniques” is
exactly as stated in the section title--- the basics on what you need and how
to do things. The author takes you through, by way of text and photographs, how
to choose a style, yarn, felting, sizing, shaping, and more. While the pictures
as well as the typeface tend to be small, the information is extensive and
detailed for the newcomer as well as the experienced crafter.
“Part Two: Projects” begins on page 27 and leads off
with “Fireside Booties.” This particular project creates slippers that cover
the feet and ankles. Along with detailed instructions and a template for the
slippers there are several pictures detailing construction and the finished
project. This same format is followed throughout the additional 29 projects
found in the book.
From “Sleepy Friends Slippers” (pages 36-39) to “Renaissance
Boots” (pages 44-47) to her version of Beaded Moccasins titled “Beaded Moccs”
(pages 80-85) and more there is something for anyone in this book. Colors and
styles vary as does the level of difficulty, but all the projects will result
in colorful and unique footwear.
A “Special Techniques” section as well as page for “Abbreviations”
and a “Resources” page further supplement the book and provide information that
can help you. A two page pictorial layout sorted by type of slipper and an acknowledgement
page bring the book to a close.
If you are looking for something different than the normal
and ideas that you can personalize for the recipient The Knitted Slipper Book:
Slippers and House Shoes for the Entire Family by Katie Startzman might be just the book for
you. Colorful and informative, the 160 page plus book provides plenty of ideas
as well as detailed instructions so that you know how to go about creating some
treasured footwear for your family.
The Knitted Slipper Book: Slippers and House Shoes for the Entire Family
Katie
Startzman
Stewart,
Tabori & Chang (imprint of Abrams)
October 2013
ISBN#
978-1-61769-058-7
Paperback
160
Pages
$24.95
Material supplied by the good folks of the Plano,
Texas Public Library System.
Kevin R. Tipple ©2013
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