Praise for Ann Budd''s previous title, Sock Knitting Master Class : ".the patterns! Beautiful, yet functional stitch designs and fun colors. This is a complete book." - CraftGossip.com "Some features I particularly like in the book: each pattern has a box listing the different techniques used in the pattern; An overview of different styles of creating parts of the sock, such as a few different heel types, toes, and cuff treatments; both top-down and toe-up construction techniques; a handy DVD in the back. If you are looking for some great new sock patterns or just looking to get started knitting socks, this book is sure to have what you need." - A Woolie Tale yarn shop "You think you already know everything there is to know about socks? After all, there are a multitude of sock books on the market these days, perfectly good books. You know everything.

Except.do you really? Most (though not all) sock books I own are either filled with patterns with not a whole lot of time spent on technique, or they're full of guidance but with blah patterns. Of course, some do hit the balance between pattern and technique. Some are fairly exhaustive, in fact, and you may already have them on your shelves. But.they're not THIS book. First, this book is by Ann Budd, a genius in our time. Master Class is the right name!" - KnittingScholar.

com "It''s not often that I scoop a book from the top of the review pile and take it home with me, and it''s even less common for me to sit down and read it right away. But with sock knitting on my mind, I was intrigued, so last night I sat down to peruse this over a cup of tea. I was absolutely delighted to see that the first chapter of the book is devoted to explaining the whys and wherefores of sock construction. Top-down or toe-up? She''s got it covered. Heel flap, short row or afterthought heel? Ditto. Want to choose from a pointed toe, a spiral or star toe, or a toe band? She''s got your back with that, too. This book seems like just the right foundation for someone who''s ready to strike out on their own - even if the starting place is just switching out the heel or toe treatment for one that suits them better." - Austen Gilliland, craft editor, CanadianLiving.

com "The facts alone will make you want this book: 15 of the knitting world's best sock designers, 18 sock designs, Ann Budd talking basic how-tos and design tips and Clara Parkes talking sock yarn, and a 95 minute DVD. All of the technique and yarn information is so well organized and thought out that a knitter could read the book and not knit a single sock and still come away having learned a lot about sock knitting." - Knitty.com Praise for Ann Budd''s previous title, Knitting Green : "A green approach still means beautiful patterns--have a look at Nancy Bush's Videvik Shawl, Ann Budd's Honor the Buffalo Socks and Mitts, and Kristeen Griffin-Grimes' Caterina Wrap." -- Knitty.com "The patterns in this book are simple, basic and refreshing." - CraftGossip.com "The book proved to be quite an eye-opener for me, a long-time knitter.

Essays in the book really pulled this writer''s head out of the sand in terms of what the term ''organic'' actually means." -- Green Right Now newswire "I''m impressed with the stylish patterns and the print designer in me likes the layout, use of colors and typefaces. It''s a book with projects for knitters at any level." -- Austin American-Statesman "Knitters.will find this book offers them a lot to think about, and a lot of solutions depending on what they decide is most important to them when it comes to crafting with the planet in mind." -- About.com Guide to Knitting "This eco-educational book highlights eco-friendly yarns from organic cotton to silky soy-with patterns for knitting projects using these yarns, complete with photos showcasing how good sustainable knitting can look." -- Mother Nature Network "Beautiful, and classy.

This book is refreshing, offering a ton of information to help knitters make educated decisions about how they can make their craft more green." -- PetitePurls.com "It''s not about being trendy. It's about trying to be environmentally friendly. Ann Budd is right-knitting seems like an environmentally friendly hobby, but being mindful of our impact, our carbon footprint, is more important than ever." -- knittingscholar.com Praise for Ann Budd''s previous title, Getting Started Knitting Socks : "No detail is ignored and Ann anticipates questions as if she is sitting next to you. This is a finger twitching book--it makes me want to drop everything and knit something from it right now.

" -- KnitPicks Podcast "One of the best sock knitting books to come out in a long time." -- Knitting News Cast "The best beginning sock book that has been published so far. That is all. Go buy it." -- Knitty.com.