Scarves are the alpha and omega of knitting:  the first and often the favorite form for knitters of all styles and experience.  This beautifully composed new book, Knitting New Scarves: 27 Distinctly Modern Designs, explores, indulges, and celebrates scarf knitting in every detail and stitch.  From one project to the next, the reader is caught up in lush materials, elegant stitch patterns, and innovative ideas.  Traditional techniques are combined with inventive new methods for surprising results! Without reinventing the wheel, author Lynne Barr reimagines classic patterns and simple techniques.  Even the Rib Stitch gets a new look!

We love the way these smart designs show off an array of all-natural fibers, from alpaca to merino and more! Hand-painted Kersti and luxurious Blue Sky Worsted are just two of the yarns that are featured. Each project has it's own personality: eye-catching, fancy, fun, elegant.   

Here's a peek at some of those fabulous projects, in gorgeous photographs by Tyllie Barbosa (styled by our friend Kelly McKaig):

Easy Wave Scarf 

Striped Illusion Scarf

Stacked Wedges Scarf

Black Pearls Scarf