Friday, March 18, 2011

Katie Allen on that royal wedding - why not knit your own?

The Bookseller, 17 March 2011

I’ve been intrigued this week by the success of Knit Your Own Royal Wedding from Lewes-based indie Ivy Press. The publisher, which promises books “that will show you how to do things with a piece of paper and a bath towel that you never knew were possible”, has leapfrogged more obvious titles to the top of the Royal Wedding sales race.

The title has been covered everywhere in the press (and yes, I’m a knitter, so my in-box has been bombarded by helpful “friends” sending me links) but I’d be fascinated to see who is actually planning to make themselves a tiny Kate Middleton (if you do, send photos to katie.allen@bookseller.co.uk!). It’s only a month or so to go, so there’s still time for any of the 40 or so other Royal Wedding titles to race ahead.


Footnote:
The publisher's blurb :
Knit Your Own Royal Wedding

March 2011

With a cast of characters including the Queen, Prince Philip, Prince Charles, Camilla, Prince Harry, the Archbishop of Canterbury, a variety of wedding guests plus, of course, the happy couple themselves – and even a corgi – this is one wedding souvenir that will be a must-have for any keen crafter. Fiona Goble’s lovely and humorous characters are instantly recognizable, from the bride’s broad smile and sparkling engagement ring to the groom’s dashing uniform (complete with tiny sequin orders and medals).

We’ve included suggestions for creating a selection of customized guests, too, so you can use your own creativity in putting them together. With a backdrop of Westminster Abbey included, so that you can display your creations in authentic surroundings, Knit Your Own Royal Wedding is funny, cute, and easy enough for even a knitting novice to tackle – go on, get out your needles and help your favourite royals tie the knit!

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