the cat is out of the bag
or rather the book
I'm so excited that it's finally out there for people to knit from! I may be biased, but this is a gorgeous book. there's cables, there's lace, there's cashmere, there's silk... pretty much all of my favorite things. I'll be posting photos of the designs this week, but in the meantime you could win a copy of the book plus a bundle of yarn.
I've been saving up this yarn now since we wrapped up the book, which feels like eons ago! the bundle includes some louisa harding grace, pear tree merino, a little ball of shibui sock yarn, and some kraemer yarn. grace and kraemer yarn are used in a beautiful hat and scarf set, so you'll be able to start right away! all you have to do is leave a comment on this post or any post this week and I'll pick someone at random by monday the 26th.
Comments
I'm so excited to see this book, it looks FANTASTIC!!! Congrats friend!!! xoxoxo
Posted by: Amanda Elizabeth | October 20, 2009 5:25 PM
yay! congrats; can't wait to see the book in real life!
Posted by: kris | October 20, 2009 5:25 PM
I can't wait! So excited to see the pics.
Posted by: Amanda | October 20, 2009 5:26 PM
Congratulations!!! I can't wait to see what you've been up to!
Posted by: Elinor | October 20, 2009 5:29 PM
Congrats on a great looking book!
Posted by: Rebecca | October 20, 2009 5:37 PM
Congratulations! Looks like a beautiful book. :)
Posted by: Kassia | October 20, 2009 5:41 PM
Congrats! Can't wait to see the book!
Posted by: Emily | October 20, 2009 5:44 PM
Wow! What a beautiful book! Love the idea of the white yarns. Congratulations!
Posted by: Lori | October 20, 2009 5:47 PM
Congrats... I am so happy for you that the book finally came out.
Posted by: kittykitty | October 20, 2009 5:47 PM
Oooh lovely...congrats on the book.
Posted by: Alexis Layton | October 20, 2009 5:53 PM
It looks gorgeous - can't wait to check it out! (And white blends in nicely with all the cat hair in my house.)
Posted by: Lori | October 20, 2009 5:55 PM
Congrats on the book. Can't wait to get my hands on a copy. :)
Posted by: Kaitlin Graham | October 20, 2009 5:55 PM
The pictures look yummy. What level are the patterns?
Posted by: Sheri Karobonik | October 20, 2009 5:57 PM
Yay! Congratulations! I can't wait to get a copy of my own!
Posted by: tiennie | October 20, 2009 5:58 PM
How wonderful! Congrats! Can't wait to dive into it head first :)
Posted by: Jennifer | October 20, 2009 5:59 PM
Looks like a great book. I love that little girl's dress. Would love to win the yarn, too! Thanks.
Posted by: Kim | October 20, 2009 5:59 PM
What a lovely idea! I can't wait to find this book (or win it!) and look at all the beautiful pictures. Congratulations!
Posted by: Allyson | October 20, 2009 6:00 PM
holy CRAP! that book might just snap me out of my "I-don't-do-beige" phase.
Spectacular, congratulations.
Posted by: velmalikevelvet | October 20, 2009 6:01 PM
Wow, some of those patterns look really great!
Posted by: Hattie | October 20, 2009 6:04 PM
I'm very excited for the book to come out in the wild! It looks fantastic.
Posted by: Jenna S | October 20, 2009 6:04 PM
Congratulations! I'm looking forward to this book. And an early release!!
Posted by: kirsten b | October 20, 2009 6:06 PM
Congratulations! I absolutely cannot *wait* to see the book.
Posted by: lauren | October 20, 2009 6:07 PM
I can't wait for this book! Beautiful designs!
Posted by: Tara | October 20, 2009 6:09 PM
how pretty!!!
Posted by: Mary Catherine | October 20, 2009 6:09 PM
Congrats! Looks like a great book!
Posted by: Adorably Alice | October 20, 2009 6:09 PM
Congratulations on the book! The designs are beautiful, and uncannily appropriate for me right now - I seem to have entered a natural/cream colored yarn phase~
Posted by: riaknits | October 20, 2009 6:10 PM
Congratulations on the book! That white yarn must have gotten tedious after months of working with it, lol.
Posted by: Angie | October 20, 2009 6:13 PM
Congrats on the book! Gorgeous yarn
Posted by: Susie | October 20, 2009 6:13 PM
Congrats on your book - particularly love the dimple v-neck sweater!
Posted by: Terra | October 20, 2009 6:18 PM
Yes, please! The yarns look divine!
Posted by: grumperina | October 20, 2009 6:33 PM
Wow! if the cover photos are any indication this will be a great book!
Posted by: Katherine | October 20, 2009 6:40 PM
Oh, I'm so excited! It seems like we've all been waiting forever for this book to come out. Congrats! :D
Posted by: Clumsy Knitter | October 20, 2009 6:44 PM
looks beautiful. I can't wait to see the patterns. Love the little girls dress.
Posted by: Dianne | October 20, 2009 6:44 PM
Congratulations! I'm sure it'll be wonderful.
Posted by: Marta | October 20, 2009 6:46 PM
The book and yarn look beautiful. Looking forward to seeing all of the patterns.
Posted by: Sarah | October 20, 2009 6:53 PM
Congratulations! Gorgeous!
Posted by: Amy | October 20, 2009 7:02 PM
oh the preview is just gorgeous! how proud you must be! congrats!
Posted by: Lori in Michigan | October 20, 2009 7:08 PM
congrats on a beautiful book..how proud you must be! Congrats!
Posted by: Lori | October 20, 2009 7:09 PM
I remember when the call for designs came out for this one. I was excited to see what people came up with, and I still am! Can't wait to get my hands on it!
Posted by: AnaMarie | October 20, 2009 7:18 PM
Congratulations! It's looks beautiful!
Posted by: Karma | October 20, 2009 7:23 PM
:::::So much more to knit....knitting as fast as I can....I can't keep up!! Gorgeous yarn!!!:::: Congratulations on the new book.
Posted by: Susan | October 20, 2009 7:27 PM
Gorgeous! Can't wait to get my hands on it!
Posted by: Lynn in VA | October 20, 2009 7:33 PM
The book looks lovely! I can't wait to see it!
Posted by: becky | October 20, 2009 7:36 PM
Congrats! My white kitty is hoping I'll pick this up and quit glaring at him.
Posted by: Liza | October 20, 2009 7:39 PM
I want to roll in the lovely soft knits! Will the book be distributed overseas? Amazon doesn't send to Australia.......booo hooo!
Posted by: Louise | October 20, 2009 7:48 PM
I am so in love with that tank top with the chain-link straps. SO SO SO cute. I have pure love for that design.
(I don't need to be entered into the contest, though. I just wanted to comment that I the book looks delicious!)
Posted by: Josi | October 20, 2009 7:50 PM
Y, it's GORGEOUS. Yay!! Happy book birth!
Posted by: swandive00 | October 20, 2009 7:54 PM
Oh how lovely! Your book would be a perfect addition to my knitting library at the tea house. I hope I get picked. ;)
Posted by: Aimee | October 20, 2009 7:56 PM
Awesome, looking forward to checking it out!
Posted by: Amber | October 20, 2009 8:29 PM
beeyooootiful! congratulations on the gorgeous book!
Posted by: Megan | October 20, 2009 8:36 PM
Congratulations! It looks like a beautiful book.
Posted by: Punkin | October 20, 2009 8:38 PM
Congratulations! The photos you've posted look great. I'm going check it out right now on amazon
Posted by: bettyc | October 20, 2009 8:46 PM
Stunning. Just gorgeous.
Posted by: Kate | October 20, 2009 8:46 PM
OMG, I must buy this. Love the designs!
Posted by: Marie | October 20, 2009 8:52 PM
The book looks like it has some beautiful patterns. Adding this one to my wish list. Congratulations!
Posted by: Tanya | October 20, 2009 8:58 PM
The book looks great, CONGRATS!!! I can't wait to see all of the designs!!! I can tell you right this minute that I will knit the Snow Princess Dress for my niece. :)
Posted by: Samantha | October 20, 2009 9:08 PM
I live in the desert where white works about 9 months of the year ! Beautiful patterns ... beautiful yarn.
Posted by: Paula | October 20, 2009 9:33 PM
Rad! I'm excited that your new book is out, I've knit a few things from your first one and they turned out great!
Posted by: Cabbage | October 20, 2009 9:45 PM
WOW! The snow princess dress and the tank top at the top of the blog page are both just absolutely gorgeous! I can't wait to get a copy of this beautiful new book!
Posted by: Amanda Boltz | October 20, 2009 9:47 PM
This book does look gorgeous. I can't wait to get my hands on it!!
Posted by: Nicole | October 20, 2009 9:48 PM
Congrats on your new book! The tank on the cover is so pretty and the straps are so unusual!
Posted by: erin | October 20, 2009 9:49 PM
Congratulations - the book looks amazing! Can't wait to order my copy :)
Posted by: Kirsten | October 20, 2009 10:09 PM
Congratulations on the new book. I'm looking forward to seeing more of it. It looks beautiful!
Posted by: Kirsten | October 20, 2009 10:25 PM
How exciting! Book looks gorgeous!
Posted by: LauraC | October 20, 2009 10:27 PM
very excited! I've been waiting for this book and am so glad to see it includes kids' knits too!
Posted by: soknitpicky | October 20, 2009 10:32 PM
Looks like a great book!
Posted by: Dixie | October 20, 2009 10:50 PM
The Dimple V-Neck looks exactly like something I HAVE to make! Congratulations on the new book - can't wait to see it!!!
Posted by: Richelle | October 20, 2009 10:56 PM
Looks like a fantastic book!
Posted by: Eileen | October 20, 2009 11:15 PM
Congrats on the new book! I am so excited for you.
Posted by: Oiyi | October 20, 2009 11:19 PM
Yay!!! Looks absolutely beautiful!! And I love the concept, the pureness and cleanness of it. How exciting that it's out!
Posted by: Hanna | October 20, 2009 11:22 PM
The book looks gorgeous, congratulations!
Posted by: Andrea in Argentina | October 20, 2009 11:24 PM
Congratulations!. I love the top on the cover. The cables turning into a loop strap is very creative. I like the shaping over the bust too. It looks like the texture changes from the side panel to the front. It looks like a complete well thought out design and I can't see the rest of it. I'm assuming it is a top - could be a dress. Can't wait to see the rest of the book too. Good photography too.
Posted by: CarolK | October 20, 2009 11:42 PM
Incredible shaping on white top on book cover. Cable straps are quite unique. Cables and cables, pretty funny!
Posted by: Kathy sullivan | October 21, 2009 12:24 AM
Looks lovely, congrats!
Posted by: nat | October 21, 2009 12:38 AM
congratulations! i haven't seen the book at my local bookstore yet but i will definitely keep an eye out.
Posted by: thuy | October 21, 2009 1:32 AM
The book looks fabulous! Congrats
Posted by: KAtie | October 21, 2009 1:38 AM
Looks great! I really like the look of the crosshatch top.
Posted by: otismurph | October 21, 2009 1:49 AM
Your book looks beautiful - I'm looking forward to it!
Posted by: Tricia | October 21, 2009 2:02 AM
Looks great!
Posted by: GinkgoKnits | October 21, 2009 2:53 AM
I ordered this book last year. then it evaporated into the ether. I should still be receiving my copy soon but if I win another, I can give it to my sister!
Posted by: dawn s in texas | October 21, 2009 3:23 AM
That's wonderful, congratulations! It looks like a great source for inspiration, as I am looking for a pattern for some off-white 100% alpaca I got a while ago :)
Posted by: CrazyVet | October 21, 2009 4:31 AM
Gosh, this looks lovely. I love that it's all white or shades of. You clever thing.
Posted by: Min | October 21, 2009 6:24 AM
It looks like a gorgeous book! Congrats :)
Posted by: adrienne | October 21, 2009 7:25 AM
Congrats!! I love the v neck on the cover, looks like a fantastic book!
Posted by: Kelly | October 21, 2009 7:37 AM
There's many nice designs in that book. Love the little boy sweater and crosshatch(not sure about he name;)Unfortunately not available through amazon.ca for now...but it I added to my list for future ;)
Posted by: birana | October 21, 2009 7:56 AM
Oh YAY! I've been looking forward to this book for some time now - congrats!!
Posted by: Jes | October 21, 2009 8:12 AM
Congrats! I love the detail of the cable/straps on that cover piece!
Posted by: Laurynn | October 21, 2009 8:37 AM
Looks interesting! Good luck!
Posted by: Joyce Laurie | October 21, 2009 8:40 AM
Congratulations. the book looks lush and beautiful....
Posted by: cathy goldman | October 21, 2009 8:58 AM
Congratulations! I've been wondering when this would be available, the patterns look lovely!
Posted by: lisa | October 21, 2009 9:07 AM
yay! Pick me!
Posted by: Beth | October 21, 2009 9:17 AM
Congratulations...the book looks gorgeous.
Posted by: Megan | October 21, 2009 9:25 AM
Looks gorgeous. Congratulations!
Posted by: Nancy | October 21, 2009 9:31 AM
Congratulations! The photos really show off your work, I can't wait to look through the patterns one by one!
Posted by: Mira | October 21, 2009 10:04 AM
wow, congrats! it looks like a really amazing book! I can't wait to see it in person.
Posted by: Carrie | October 21, 2009 10:12 AM
Congratulations! The book looks phenomenal!
Posted by: erin | October 21, 2009 10:16 AM
The book looks fantastic! I can't wait to get my hands on a copy. Congratulations!
Posted by: Marisa | October 21, 2009 10:24 AM
awesome! congrats on the book!
Posted by: Katie B. | October 21, 2009 10:27 AM
Congrats! The book looks gorgeous. I can't wait to see it in person.
Posted by: Hillary | October 21, 2009 10:28 AM
Congrats on the new book!! looks like there are some great patterns in there :-)
Posted by: Diana | October 21, 2009 10:28 AM
Congrats on the book-- it looks lovely :-)
Posted by: Avalee | October 21, 2009 11:04 AM
The book looks beautiful! Congratulations!
Posted by: Nicole | October 21, 2009 11:21 AM
HOORAY!!! congratulations! :)
Posted by: mai | October 21, 2009 11:32 AM
So beautiful, congratulations. You mak eme want to knit white yarn, something I rarely choose.
Posted by: gale (she shoots sheep shots) | October 21, 2009 11:33 AM
Congrats on book two! Everything looks cool to me.
Posted by: Anna | October 21, 2009 11:37 AM
congrats on the book! it looks stunning.
Posted by: Sara | October 21, 2009 11:47 AM
I never much liked the idea of white yarn, but after seeing these patterns, you've converted me. Congratulations on the new book! I'm really enjoying the previews.
Posted by: Megan | October 21, 2009 11:52 AM
Such a great looking book. Can't wait to dig in to it!
Posted by: Jasmine | October 21, 2009 11:53 AM
This book looks completely fantastic! Great, great job.
Posted by: Amy | October 21, 2009 11:57 AM
Looks like fun!
Posted by: Elisabeth | October 21, 2009 11:59 AM
congratulations! looks like a lovely book!
Posted by: melissa | October 21, 2009 12:03 PM
Can't wait to check out the book!
Posted by: Kristen | October 21, 2009 12:33 PM
Lovely book, and lovely yarn.. :)
Posted by: Sara | October 21, 2009 12:33 PM
wow! congrats! the book looks great , i love the fresh clean, natural look of white and white shades in knitting!
Posted by: turtle | October 21, 2009 12:46 PM
Congratulations! Book look absolutely amazing and beautiful
Posted by: egater | October 21, 2009 2:04 PM
Congratulations! The book looks great!
Posted by: ikkinlala | October 21, 2009 3:52 PM
I love how sleek and classic these pieces look. They are the types of things I could see wearing to work or to a theater outing.
Posted by: Seanna Lea | October 21, 2009 4:34 PM
The book looks gorgeous!
Posted by: Marlyn | October 21, 2009 7:08 PM
Love the tank on the cover!
Posted by: barb | October 21, 2009 7:37 PM
Congratulations! It looks lovely!
Posted by: Katie Weber | October 21, 2009 7:49 PM
Oooo! This could have some great patterns for gifts!
And that yarn is beautiful! I hope I win!
Posted by: Logan | October 21, 2009 8:04 PM
Awesome contest! Congrats on the book.
Posted by: Erin | October 21, 2009 8:10 PM
Oh baby, that cover is too sexy!! So happy for you:)
Posted by: Heather | October 21, 2009 8:14 PM
The book looks awesome - congrats!
Posted by: knitography | October 21, 2009 8:42 PM
Beautiful! Can't wait to see the rest!
Posted by: Robin | October 21, 2009 10:40 PM
I'm intrigued! Cashmere and silk are two of my favorite words!
Posted by: Brenda Pricco | October 21, 2009 11:25 PM
My favorite is that short-sleeve dress for the young girl. My daughter would love that dress.
Posted by: Sara | October 22, 2009 12:41 AM
Congratulations the book is fresh the patterns look so soft and comfortable I just love it:)Hugs Darcy
Posted by: Darcy Watts | October 22, 2009 2:02 AM
I have been eagerly anticipating this book for a long time! It looks gorgeous! :)
Posted by: sylphette | October 22, 2009 8:16 AM
Congratulations on the book. The patterns looks beautiful and so does the yarn.
Posted by: Knittingdancer | October 22, 2009 8:48 AM
Congrats on the new book Yahaira, it looks fantastic ! (and yum, that pile of white yarn is sooo tempting ! I love white handknit sweaters)
Posted by: SylvChezPlum | October 22, 2009 9:22 AM
The luxury cloche looks divine! Congrats on the book.
Posted by: DoesLizKnit | October 22, 2009 11:58 AM
this looks gorgeous! can't wait to read your posts on the different sections. the pictures are lovely as is the concept. congrats.
Posted by: andrea | October 22, 2009 12:08 PM
The book looks great. Can't wait to see it in person!
Posted by: Niki | October 22, 2009 1:00 PM
Congrats! Lucky us for the book release & the contest...thanks.
Posted by: TripletMom | October 22, 2009 1:39 PM
Can't wait to see the new book!
email is bc.foisy@hotmail.com
Fingers crossed and thanks for the opportunity!
Posted by: Bethany Foisy | October 22, 2009 1:49 PM
Your book looks really stunning. Must feel great.
Posted by: Little Miss S. | October 22, 2009 5:12 PM
Congrats on the book!
Posted by: helenlam | October 23, 2009 12:26 AM
Hey Yahaira, the books looks wonderful, well done youuuu!!! xx
Posted by: Anna | October 23, 2009 5:41 AM
Wow what a fantastic looking book. I love using white because it makes everything look so crisp.
Congratulations!!
Posted by: Maureen | October 23, 2009 9:44 AM
Congratulations! The book looks fantastic!
Posted by: Allegra | October 23, 2009 10:18 AM
Wow! What a great giveaway! All that white is gorgeous.
Posted by: Stephanie | October 23, 2009 2:09 PM
The book looks great I can't wait to see all the patterns in it!
Posted by: Alli | October 23, 2009 7:19 PM
OOOH - Pick me!!! The book looks great! Debbie
Posted by: Debbie H | October 23, 2009 8:03 PM
can,t wait to see your new book. it looks great.
Posted by: patsy coats | October 23, 2009 8:18 PM
Congratulations! What a beautiful book!
Posted by: Mara | October 24, 2009 7:10 AM
Your book is just the inspiration I need to continue knitting. I am a "crochet" convert, honing my knitting skills. You make the color "white" look stunning!
Posted by: Debbie | October 24, 2009 7:59 AM
Please count me in!
Posted by: arlette | October 24, 2009 11:09 PM
What a fabulous giveaway! Such simple and elegant yarn. I am crossing my fingers!
Posted by: Katrina | October 24, 2009 11:53 PM
The book looks amazing! Congratulations!
Posted by: Kate | October 25, 2009 12:23 AM
Beautiful, congrats! I love the way the cable transitions to the shoulder straps on the cover.
Posted by: OzKnitter | October 25, 2009 12:55 AM
oh my - It's such a gorgeous book!! I see about 6 of them that I would love to knit.
Congratulations!!!! It's going to be a winner for sure.
Posted by: Teyani | October 25, 2009 1:53 AM
Stunning! Looks like a lot of people want to get their hands on this book, including me! Congratulations on a fantastic achievement.
Posted by: Amybel | October 25, 2009 8:17 AM
eww wee......what a happy camper I would be if I won this.
Posted by: Julie Cheek | October 25, 2009 8:34 AM
Congrats on the book and thank you for the generous giveaway. That bundle of white yarn is gorgeous and the book looks terrific.
Posted by: Stacy | October 25, 2009 11:49 AM
love the cover. How wonderful it must be to see the fruits of your labor. White is beautiful yet I have never gone there. Maybe it will be in my future.
Posted by: KSee | October 25, 2009 11:49 AM
Just beautiful! The Snow Princess dress is lovely for a child.
Posted by: Cat | October 25, 2009 1:10 PM
Gorgeous! Thanks!
Posted by: Jane | October 25, 2009 2:46 PM
What a beautiful book! I love white :)
Posted by: rabid | October 25, 2009 4:24 PM
Congratulations! Glad to hear it's out and available!
Posted by: Stephanie | October 25, 2009 4:41 PM
I love white!
Posted by: Kathy Sue | October 25, 2009 10:03 PM
This book looks great.
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Posted by: Renee G | October 26, 2009 12:09 AM
Lovely book. I like the chain link on the tank. Unique.
Posted by: Chia | October 26, 2009 1:15 AM
That's a really nice book. I look forward to buying it.
Posted by: Shawn | October 26, 2009 1:16 AM
wow i'd love to have these! thanks for entering me in your contest.
Posted by: j. barrett | October 26, 2009 10:11 AM
The book looks great, It seems like I have been waiting forever for it to come out.
Posted by: Roxanne | October 26, 2009 1:43 PM
Can't wait to see the book. The pictures look great.
Posted by: kim | October 26, 2009 2:53 PM
Congratulations!
Posted by: Renee | October 26, 2009 10:24 PM
The book looks great!! Thanks for the contest.
Posted by: Ariel | October 27, 2009 9:41 AM
Please enter me in your wonderful book giveaway - Thanks!
Posted by: Kim R. | October 27, 2009 6:43 PM
What a wonderful book and in such lovely Yarn! Great job!
Posted by: Sarah Boyce | October 29, 2009 12:54 PM