Waucoma Bookstore and Knot Another Hat are hosting author and designer Marie Greene for a book signing on Saturday, March 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Knot Another Hat (11 3rd St #103, Hood River). Marie will be signing her new book, Knitting Light: 20 Mostly Seamless Tops, Tees & More for Warm Weather Wear. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
About the Book
Bestselling author and knitwear designer Marie Greene is back with another collection of stunning, seamless garments—this time for all your warm weather needs.
Now you don’t need to wait until winter to pull out your knits! Knitwear designer Marie Greene’s delightful collection of lightweight patterns using plant-based yarns are designed to keep you cool and fashionable—and show off your knitting prowess year-round. With a wide range of lace details, unexpected textures, and classic shapes, Marie’s well-crafted, top-down, and (mostly) seamless patterns are perfect for knitters of advanced-beginner and intermediate skill levels. You just have to decide what to cast on first!
With Marie’s expert advice, you’ll be able to find your perfect fit in sizes S through 6X and create new closet staples to last a lifetime. Even for knitters new to plant-based fibers, Marie’s practical tips and tricks make learning to knit with cotton, linen, hemp, and more as breezy as the tops you’ll create. Imagine taking a morning stroll on the beach wearing the laid-back Jasmine V-Neck Tee or matching the blooms in your backyard garden in the airy Magnolia Flutter Sides Top. With these light knits designed for warmer weather, you’ll be able to say “I made it myself” all year long.
About the Author
Marie Greene is an independent knitwear designer and knitting educator. The founder of Olive Knits™ and Knit Camp®, Marie has helped knitters around the world gain control of their yarn stashes through her popular Stash Sprint workshop. She is also a best-selling, five-time author whose books include The Joy of Yarn and Seamless Knit Sweaters in 2 Weeks. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband.
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