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Stephanie Pearl-McPhee Casts Off
- The Yarn Harlot's Guide to the Land of Knitting
- Narrated by: Stephanie Pearl-McPhee
- Length: 4 hrs and 24 mins
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Publisher's summary
More tongue-in-cheek, laugh-out-loud observations on the world of knitting from the best-selling author and self-proclaimed "Yarn Harlot". Anyone who thinks knitting is for little old ladies hasn't met the Harlot. Pearl-McPhee journeys deep into the land of those who are obsessed with yarn, needles, and what's on their needles now.
Using a travel guide format, she acts as tour guide extraordinaire, describing and critiquing every aspect of this territory she knows so well: its people (young and old, male and female); familiar phrases ("purl this, darn that"); strange beliefs; currency (skein trading); etiquette; holidays (any sale day at the local yarn shop); and customs. She notes important dates in knitting history and celebrates unsung knitting heroes, from the samurai warriors of Japan to the "Terrible Knitters of Dent". And, while the land of knitting is a mostly peaceful place, it does have its controversies, such as the acrylic vs. natural fibers and circular vs. straight needles debates, which Pearl-McPhee visits with relish and glee.
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- LLR S.
- 03-06-21
Perfection!!
I absolutely loved everything about this book! I'm just wondering when the royalties are going to come because I swear it comes right out of my head! As a die-hard capital K knitter I absolutely live every breath of this book every day of my life. I really enjoyed the stories, the history, the humor, and the instruction. I wish there were more books by Stephanie Pearl McPhee on Audible.
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- Karen
- 02-27-14
Knitting tales for knitters
What made the experience of listening to Stephanie Pearl-McPhee Casts Off the most enjoyable?
Having Stephanie read it herself. It felt like I was listening to a fellow,knitter and friend.
Has Stephanie Pearl-McPhee Casts Off turned you off from other books in this genre?
Nothing
Have you listened to any of Stephanie Pearl-McPhee’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Haven't listened to or read any other books by her. Only her blog.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
I laughed a bit and smirked a lot, thinking, "yep, I get that," or " oh yeah, I've done that!"
Any additional comments?
It was a short, fun listen, especially since I was knitting a particularly simple sock and could stop to laugh and chuckle to myself.
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- Tina
- 12-20-11
Cast On
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
If you are a knitter you will love this book.
What did you like best about this story?
I love her wittyness.
Which character – as performed by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee – was your favorite?
Stephanie Pearl-McPhee herself.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Knitters
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- Lisa Belle
- 02-07-21
Fun and happy book
I’m a new knitter and super loved this travel guide to the land of knitting. It covers a lot of ground, always interesting and engaging. Superior narration by the author. Thanks!
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- Gail
- 07-17-12
Personal narration supports subtle humour...
What did you love best about Stephanie Pearl-McPhee Casts Off?
Stephanie is a master of the knitting genre... her rich knowledge of art history carries forward into a humourous look at this artform and the people who love it.
What does Stephanie Pearl-McPhee bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Stephanie's writing is best served in her own words... her sense of comedic timing, wordplay and subtle humour is a great "listen"!
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- hooked
- 12-27-21
Funny but
I love the yarn harlot but she seems bored while reading. Seems it would have been better to read than listen too.
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- Betsy Petering
- 10-25-08
My Favorite Book
Most of my book listening is done while knitting. This book slows my knitting only because I am doubled over with laughter. I found the Yarn Harlot's insights into the knitter's psyche to be original and fresh. Her suggestions for knit group etiquette should be typed up for all members of knit groups to memorize. I can' wait for her to record her new book!
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- J. Yuri Young
- 11-02-18
Delightful yarn, to listen to over and over
I love this book! Read excellently by the author she makes me giggle, nod, and occasionally shout yes! I bought this as a newbie knitter, and as I progress in my knitting I agree with more and more of it! Highly recommended and deeply enjoyable
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- WhenImOnMyMoon
- 03-15-16
Delightful
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
I love listening to this when I can't actually be knitting.
Have you listened to any of Stephanie Pearl-McPhee’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Yes, Delightful as well.
Did Stephanie Pearl-McPhee Casts Off inspire you to do anything?
I've cast on a lace shawl, it should be interesting.
Any additional comments?
This book skips in a couple of places. I've tried a variety of devices and they all skip in places. It's a bit annoying.
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- Kelly
- 07-24-09
Good company while knitting
Nothing in this book is surprising, but Stephanie is very good at putting in to words all the things you already know and feel about knitting. She puts knitting in the context of a community and culture. Smart, warm and funny.
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