Stephanie Pearl-McPhee Casts Off

The Yarn Harlot's Guide to the Land of Knitting

De: Stephanie Pearl-McPhee

Narrado por: Stephanie Pearl-McPhee

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.

©2007 Stephanie Pearl-McPhee; (P)2007 HighBridge Company

Reseñas de la Crítica

"[Stephanie Pearl-Mcphee] has created another laugh-out-loud masterpiece." ( Vogue Knitting)

"Her insights into the workings of a yarn-a-holic's mind are charming." ( Detroit Free Press)

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

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!

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

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.

Wonderful!

Wonderful as usual! I wish there were more audio books from Stephanie Pearl-McPhee! They make for great listening while knitting or traveling.