West has collaborated with german visual artist stefan gunnesch to reimagine the knitwear of hiberknitting in mixedmedia collage, opening the book with a. And that sweater steek i was going to finish for christmas dinnerobviously i meant christmas 2017. Exploration station dotted rays the doodler vertices unite striped bolting starburst color craving askews me shawl knit n slide garter breeze boardwalk holey chevrons. Sweaters is a collection of 10 popular garments filled with colorful photography representing westknits. He studied dance at the university of illinois where he encountered his first yarn store, klose knit in urbana, il.
Westknits books westknits book 3 at jimmy beans wool. Much like his first book which focused on shawls, this book features 9 of his most fun sweater patterns bound together in one beautiful book. Westknits book one is a collection of eight new patterns featuring stephen wests popular design style. Stephen west is a wellknown knitter and one of the most dynamic knit designers around today. Loxley pattern by stephen west loxley is one of the patterns featured in westknits book two, available here. Westknits best knits by stephen west is a collection of popular westknits designs by stephen west, filled with inspiring photos. A few weeks ago, my sisterinlaw sent me a link to stephen wests.
When you purchase this e book you will receive automatic pdf updates throughout augustoctober as all the new designs are released. Available to ship midjanuary, 2018 westknits bestknits number 2. Westknits knitting patterns tribe yarns, london tribeyarns. The creative atmosphere of that local shop spurred stephen to start designing knitting.
Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Every pattern has many colorful photographs, giving you a 172page. All designs are available as individual downloads as well if you prefer only one or two patterns. Westknits bestknits shawls by stephen west is a collection of popular westknits designs filled with inspiring photos. This book is not only a delight to knit, it is also filled with gorgeous pictures and a treat for the eye. Were one of a select few stops on his brief upcoming u. Westknits bestknits number 2 sweaters at jimmy beans wool. Sweaters by stephen west 172 pages ebook download code included with each copy. Westknits westknits bestknits number 2 sweaters by stephen west. Westknits bestknits number 1 shawls by stephen west 152 pages this new book is a collection of popular westknits designs by stephen west filled with inspiring photos. This new book by stephen west is a collection of popular westknits designs by stephen west filled with inspiring photos. In this book he explores sweater design in a way only stephen can, with a creative and fresh look. I hope that you enjoy this snapshot into the life and career of stephen west. Westknits in the right colors, i think i could like this asymmetrical enchanted mesa sweater.
See more ideas about knitted shawls, knitting patterns and knitting accessories. A chart is included for the column lace section of this shawl. Exploration station dotted rays the doodler vertices unite striped bolting starb. This new book is a collection of popular westknits designs by stephen west filled with inspiring photos. Read about westknits pattern and book updates here. As youd expect from stephen west colour and texture play a big part in each and every one of his fabulous designs. Patterns to knit 8 scarves, beanies and caps for the hipster in your life. Stephen west is a wonderful example of a male knitter who has broken out of the conforms of society and made a lot of money with his passion for knitting. Follow stephen on his amazing, colorpacked journey. Little colonnade is a triangular shawlette composed of stockinette stitch and an architectural lace edging. Tulsaborn stephen west is an innovative and creative knitting designer. Westknits book one is available as an ebook download.
After moving to the chicago area, he caught the knitting bug and started designing patterns while epic amounts of wool infiltrated into his life. Stephen west is rapidly becoming a fashion icon, and this wonderful book will definitely open eyes to his unique, quirky style of knitting. In that first year of publishing patterns i saved up enough money so that i could cover my cheap rent and i could. They additionally hosted book signings from clara parkes, which caused a kind of superfan wave of excitement from the punters i have rarely seen before. His latest book, westknits bestknits, came out in september 2016, and. Up for grabs are a signed poster, a westknits tape measure, westknits bag, and two westknits e books one being the new kal and one of the winners choice. Stephen s designs have been published in, malabrigo book 3 and in jared floods wool people. Sweaters by stephen west 172 pages e book download code included with each copy. Follow my channel for unisexy knitting education and inspiration.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Sweaters is a collection of 10 popular garments filled with colorful photography representing westknits inspiring style. Known for his ability to beautifully showcase yarns and. E book only includes instructions in english for all patterns. If you are a westknits fan, this collection is going to be packed with all the things you love about westknits. See more ideas about chain mail, alpaca poncho and what is life about. Stephen joined marly from right here in denver, however due to our crazy spring weather, they missed doing the interview face to face. Oct 31, 2019 i have not touched the languishing and growing pile of wips. Westknits bestknits number 2 sweaters stephen west on. I will often meet with other obsessed knitter friends in whatever city im in. Eight patterns including chadwick, urbana, flagstone and more. Its going to be the third westknits bestknits book. Thimble shawl pattern by beatrice perron dahlen shawl.
Description stephen west was born and raised in tulsa, oklahoma. We really hope you enjoy all of the stephen west knitting products we currently offer. Just in time for his upcoming arrival, stephen west s westknits bestknits number 2. You can order a copy in time for the holidays from my shop in amsterdam. A colourful selection of stephen west s popular patterns, westknits bestknits number 1 collects of his shawl designs with full knitting instructions and photographs as well as hints, tips and an introduction from the man himself. To date, ive made three of stephen s shawl designs, and each one pushed my comfort level eversoslightly to allow me to knit up an amazing shawl. Jul, 2017 stephen west was born and raised in tulsa, oklahoma. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your. This fabulous book has a multitude of fantastic, inspirational creations that are just longing for you to take them on. The designs include a mixture of existing patterns reworked with expanded instructions plus a few brand new designs. Westknits bestknits number 1 shawls by stephen west this new book by stephen west is a collection of popular westknits designs by stephen west filled with inspiring photos. Westknits bestknits number 2 sweaters this series is a collection of popular westknits designs by stephen west filled with inspiring photos. Knit a topdown shawl and colour play the westknits stephen west s metalouse ee pattern on knitty.
Westknits books are available now at jimmy beans wool with free u. Metalouse by stephen west free pattern knitty, winter 2012 see more. Westknits autumn 2018 is an e book that contains 8 brand new westknits shawl and sweater designs. After the smashing hit of his first book westknits bestknits number 1 shawls, stephen west has come with a second edition of westknits bestknits. Think of westknits and think of daring and bold with a wow factor you wont find anywhere else. Marlys all male revue continues with stephen west of westknits. Westknits bestknits number 2 sweaters by stephen west.
And there was particularly starstudded stand filled with knitting patterns from ysolda teague and stephen west. Patterns include three hats, one cowl, three scarves, one pair of mitts, a felted bag and a large circular blanket. Our ongoing designer spotlight feature allows us to get a glimpse of what drives them to create. Stephen west s shawl designs and innovative use of color have helped him become an internationally recognized and respected designer.
We are continuously looking to add more products, so please let us know if you have a suggestion on what we should carry next. Moonflower is the first pattern of the into the night collection. Stephen wests shawl designs and innovative use of color have helped him become an internationally recognized and respected designer. Number 2 sweaters is a collection of 10 popular garments filled with colorful photography representing westknits inspiring style. As always, written instructions are also provided for the entire project. Book is in very good condition slight edgewearcornerwear, no writing inside, no highlighting, no creased pages, no remainder mark. See more ideas about knitting, knitted shawls and knit crochet. When you purchase the yarn a long, you will receive three individual shipments, one per month for three months. Nov 03, 2015 join the westknits mystery shawl kal 2015 here. The exploration of color, drape, texture, and movement are the focus of this new body of work by one of the most original contemporary designers today. Westknits bestknits number 3 shawl evolution stephen west on. Stephen west westknits bestknits number 1 shawls knitting. Westknits books westknits book 1 is available now at jimmy beans wool with free u. As always, stephens patterns are incredibly well written and explained.
Drawn in by the creative atmosphere of a yarn store he visited in illinois, it wasnt long before westknits creator, stephen west, began knitting and producing his own patterns. Made for movement is the fourth pattern collection from beloved knitwear designer stephen west. This book contains 10 new knitting patterns that feature stephen s signature colorwork and construction details. Westknits books shipping early february westknits bestknits. Jan, 2018 just in time for his upcoming arrival, stephen wests westknits bestknits number 2. Flipping through my new book, westknits bestknits number 2. Pretty sure i wont be getting 12 pairs of socks done this year. Each shipment includes exclusive handdyed yarn, an exclusive westknits. The creative atmosphere of that local shop spurred stephen to start designing knitting patterns and he was quickly featured in knittys fall 2009 issue with his colonnade shawl. Jul 26, 2017 stephen west is a wellknown knitter and one of the most dynamic knit designers around today.
The collection is great value for money compared with buying the individual patterns, there will be six patterns with at least one pattern that is totally exclusive to the collection. Westknits books westknits book 3 shipping early february westknits bestknits. Stephen has promised you lucky, lucky listeners an array of giveaways. His shawl designs and innovative colorwork have helped him become a widely recognized and respected designer around the world. Daybreak pattern by stephen west one of my favorite.