Everand Logo

Welcome to Everand!

  • Discover millions of ebooks, audiobooks, and so much more with a free trial

    Only $11.99/month after trial. Cancel anytime.

    Unavailable
    Knits for Nerds: 30 Projects: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy
    Unavailable
    Knits for Nerds: 30 Projects: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy
    Unavailable
    Knits for Nerds: 30 Projects: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy
    Ebook256 pages1 hour

    Knits for Nerds: 30 Projects: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy

    By Joan of Dark a.k.a Toni Carr

    4/5

    ()

    Currently unavailable

    Currently unavailable

    About this ebook

    The best of science fiction, manga, and animaguiri meets knit one, purl two as knit siren and part-time roller derby girl Joan of Dark offers up an out-of-this-world assortment of knitting nerdiness inside Knits for Nerds. The patterns for 30 iconic clothing and accessory items inspired by popular TV shows, books, films, comics, and more--including Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and Firefly--are presented alongside full-color photographs showcasing completed projects, such as:

    * Lieutenant Uhura's sexy Star Trek minidress

    * Hobbit feet slippers 

    * Firefly-inspired scarf, socks, hat, and jacket

    * Tank Girl socks

    * Hermione Granger's secret beaded bag

    * Manga-inspired leg warmers

    * The Big Bang Theory-inspired his and hers sweater-vests

    * Lord of the Rings-inspired shrug

    In addition to a wardrobe of costume finery, hobbyists will also find instructions for practical projects such as an e-reader cover or a laptop bag crafted of checkered fabric that serves double-duty as a chessboard and carryall, as well as patterns for plush toys inspired by Star Trek, robots, and the comic book Squee! Wear (and knit!) your nerdiness on your sleeve with Knits for Nerds.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherAndrews McMeel Publishing
    Release dateFeb 21, 2012
    ISBN9781449407926
    Unavailable
    Knits for Nerds: 30 Projects: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy

    Related to Knits for Nerds

    Related ebooks

    Crafts & Hobbies For You

    View More
    View More

    Related podcast episodes

    Related articles

    • Article

      Demeter

      Jul 22, 2021

      Demeter
      5 min read

    • Article

      Nordic Twist

      Oct 6, 2020

      Nordic Twist
      4 min read

    • Article

      Loose Cast-off Methods

      Apr 12, 2022

      Loose Cast-off Methods
      2 min read

    • Article

      Layer To Go

      Sep 2, 2021

      Layer To Go
      4 min read

    • Article

      The Channel Island Cast On

      Feb 8, 2022

      The Channel Island Cast On
      3 min read

    • Article

      The Beauty Of Brioche

      Apr 2, 2020

      The Beauty Of Brioche
      6 min read

    • Article

      Memory Lane

      May 16, 2023

      Memory Lane
      2 min read

    • Article

      Cotton T-shirt

      Aug 23, 2018

      Cotton T-shirt
      2 min read

    • Article

      Sleepless Night

      Nov 11, 2021

      Sleepless Night
      5 min read

    • Article

      Barnacle

      Dec 9, 2021

      Barnacle
      6 min read

    • Article

      We love Aran

      Oct 6, 2020

      We love Aran
      1 min read

    • Article

      Sarah Hunter’s Gloves

      Apr 30, 2020

      Sarah Hunter’s Gloves
      5 min read

    • Article

      Eluned

      Jul 22, 2021

      Eluned
      7 min read

    • Article

      Mountain Forests Afghan

      May 31, 2022

      Mountain Forests Afghan
      1 min read

    • Article

      Fire Dance

      Apr 2, 2020

      Fire Dance
      2 min read

    • Article

      PORTUGUESE KNIT & PURL

      Jul 23, 2020

      THE NAMES of the two main stitches used for knitting in Portuguese are liga and meia (purl and knit) – and they come from the garments that bear the same names. Liga, literally meaning ‘tie’, comes from the ties or garters used to hold up socks, and

      2 min read

    • Article

      Hooked

      Feb 22, 2022

      Hooked
      6 min read

    • Article

      Kew Gardens

      Apr 12, 2022

      Kew Gardens
      9 min read

    • Article

      Braewick

      Sep 1, 2022

      Braewick
      5 min read

    • Article

      Senara

      Jul 7, 2022

      Senara
      4 min read

    • Article

      Nissa

      Nov 11, 2021

      Nissa
      3 min read

    • Article

      Apple Orchard

      Feb 8, 2022

      Apple Orchard
      5 min read

    • Article

      Sparkle Knot Necklace

      May 3, 2022

      Sparkle Knot Necklace
      2 min read

    • Article

      Classic Plaid Ruana

      Sep 7, 2021

      Classic Plaid Ruana
      2 min read

    • Article

      Shetland Beauties

      Apr 29, 2021

      Shetland Beauties
      3 min read

    • Article

      Exton Cabled Headband

      Aug 2, 2022

      Exton Cabled Headband
      2 min read

    • Article

      How to Bavarian Crochet

      Oct 5, 2021

      How to Bavarian Crochet
      4 min read

    • Article

      Perfect Pooling

      Dec 7, 2021

      Perfect Pooling
      3 min read

    • Article

      Hiking Socks

      Aug 23, 2018

      Hiking Socks
      7 min read

    Reviews for Knits for Nerds

    4/5

    4 ratings3 reviews

    What did you think?

    Tap to rate

    Review must be at least 10 words

    • 3/5
      My daughter wanted to learn to knit and thought this was way more fun than just making squares. Some of the projects are quite difficult but the instructions were clear and fairly easy to follow. A few of the projects weren't as cool looking as they sounded like they should be, but we will all be wearing hobbit feet slippers in my house this winter.
    • 5/5
      Knits for Nerds 30 Projects: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy by Joan of Dark a.k.a Toni CarrISBN: 9781449407919Even though there are categories: Science Fiction, Comic Books, Fantasy, if you change the colors to something mild the patterns can be adapted for everyday use.There are some very easy patterns to knit, some are charted.Cute: baby elf hat with horns is adorable and could be used on a daily basis.Hand coverings in different varying lengths and patterns make it so the easy to advanced knitter wouldn't be lost making these.Head coverings and cape/wraps are also a high priority.Great for make believe or a child dressing up or for a Halloween costume.Let your imagination go wild and use the patterns in the book to make a whole new world.Glossary with pictures of how to do some techniques is at the end, very helpful and knowledgeable info there.
    • 5/5
      I have to admit – I can’t knit. I want to but it’s just not a skill I possess. That doesn’t stop me from looking at knitting books and dreaming. Most books are just variations of the same patterns. This one, however, caught my eye with the possibility of something so outrages that I would just have to learn to knit.I was slightly disappointed in the patterns because they really did come off fairly normal but this book is so fun I didn’t care. It’s the perfect book. Toni Carr is witty and thoroughly entertaining. Her patterns tug at the heart of all those who just love science fiction. A good portion of the patterns are typical but have some root in a science fiction character – for example there are patterns for the signature sweater vests from the characters in Big Bang Theory.The patterns run from the beautiful to the silly. There is something for everyone in this book. I just need to find someone to knit for me.