Weekend Knitting Cover Story

When my book Weekend Knitting was first published in 2003, this was its cover.

It stayed that way until it was released a few weeks ago in paperback with this cover.

Honestly, I like both of these choices. But there was another cover that I rallied for in both hardcover and paperback. It wasn't chosen either time, so I figured I'd share it here.

Thanks to Susi Oberhelman and Ericka McConnell for providing the beautiful graphic design and photography, respectively. What a pleasure to have so many wonderful choices! Thanks also to Deborah Newton, who designed the Garter-Cuff Fingerless Gloves in the photo on the hardcover, and to Pam Allen, who designed the Farmer's Market Bag in the photo on the paperback, and to our lovely models. To see a sampling of images from inside the book, click here. To see a few interior pages, click on the small book cover image at right.

Workshops with Alabama Stitch Book Author Natalie Chanin

I was one of the lucky participants in Natalie Chanin's first workshop in Florence, Alabama, last July, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. I learned a lot, laughed a lot, ate great food, and made new friends--and ever since I have been thoroughly enjoying hand-stitching the dress and corset I started there (photos to come soon). And now Natalie has released her new workshop schedule for the months to come. If there's any way you can attend one, I heartily encourage you. For more information about what you will learn, the schedule, fees, logistics, and the fantastic time you are sure to have, click here.

Sewing, Cooking, and Community: Workshops with Natalie Chanin

April 4, 2009 / 9am - 3:30pm

The Firehouse, 604 East 11^th Street, New York, NY

April 25, 2009 / 9am - 3:30pm

LiteBOX Gallery, 2825 Second Ave., South, Birmingham, AL

May 9, 2009, 9am - 3:30pm

Fanny's House of Music, 1101 Holly St., Nashville, TN

May 30, 2009 / 9am - 3:30pm

The Edible Schoolyard Kitchen, 1781 Rose St., Berkeley, CA

August 7-9, 2009

Weekend Workshop at The Factory, Florence, AL

November 6-8, 2009

Weekend Workshop at The Factory, Florence, AL

For a really lovely overview of the weekend workshop experience from Amisha of Heavenly Days, click here. To see projects from Natalie's book, Alabama Stitch Book, click here.

Blog Fest with Weekend Sewing Author Heather Ross

Learn all about Heather and her new book Weekend Sewing during her trip around the blogosphere. To see inside Weekend Sewing, click on the book cover in the right-hand margin; to see a small gallery of images from the book, click here.

Monday, 3/9: Make, Grow, Gather

Interview with tales and pics of young Heather growing up in Vermont.

Wednesday, 3/11: Heart Handmade

A day in the life of Heather Ross, and a chance to win a free book.

Thursday, 3/12: Disdressed

Q & A? Expose? Find out!

Friday, 3/ 13: Freshly Blended

A fresh review of Heather and Weekend Sewing.

Monday, 3/16: Whip-up

Illustrated sewing demo – learn fun tricks!

Tuesday, 3/17: House on Hill Rd.

Erin shows off her lovely finished projects from the book, and asks Heather about her inspiration 

for each.

Wednesday, 3/18: Belle Epoque

Fit and style. Know what you sew, win a book! – Part 1.

Thursday, 3/19: True Up

Fabric design - process and inspiration - Part 1. Win a book.

Friday, 3/20: Charm City Craft Mafia

Heather burns rubber heading to signings in DC and Baltimore, with the Charm City Craft Mafia in hot pursuit! Win a book (or a pair of cement shoes).

Monday, 3/23: Philly Etsy Team blog

On the road again...this time to a sewing weekend at Spool in Philly. The Street Team investigates, and throws the book at a lucky winner!

Wednesday, 3/25: Knotions

Fit and style. Know what you sew, and win a book! – Part 2

Thursday, 3/26: Cathy of California

Heather discusses her old school inspirations and aesthetic!

Monday, 3/30: Wardrobe Re-fashion

Spring into DIY fashion, win a book!

Tuesday, 3/31: Thisisloveforever

Fabric design - Process and inspiration with fabric giveaway - Part 2

Wednesday, 4/1: Craftypod

Book review and giveaway...no April Fool’s joke!

Tuesday, 4/7: Etsy’s The Storque

How-Tuesday! Virtual project demo from the Etsy Headquarters!

A Weekend Sewing Challenge

Heather Ross is hosting a fun, creative contest to celebrate the publication of Weekend Sewing, and the release of Far Far Away, her latest fabric line. Check out the contest on Heather's blog here. If you'd like to see a gallery of images from Weekend Sewing, click here. If you'd like to see a few sample pages (including the full Introduction), click here. Good luck! (I can't wait to see the wardrobes you dream up.)

Alabama Chanin Songbirds at Fashion Week

Natalie Chanin of Alabama Chanin introduced her newest extraordinary collection-- called Songbirds--last week in New York.

To read what the media is saying about Natalie and Songbirds, click here and here. If you'd like to make your very own Alabama Chanin clothing, check out Alabama Stitch Book (I was working on my corset while watching the Academy Awards last night). To see a gallery of images from the book, click here. Now I have to get back to editing Natalie's second book, which STC Craft will publish next Spring.