Saturday 2 March 2013

Botanical Knits Review and Giveaway

I'm a long time fan of Alana's (aka Never Not Knitting) design aesthetic- remember this, this and this? oh, and how about her amazing collection with Hannah Fettig, Coastal Knits? If you have knit an Alana pattern before, then you know that they are thoughtful, well-written and yield stunning results. 

So if you haven't yet seen Alana's beautiful new collection, Botanical Knits, then holy moly, are you ever in for a treat. I recently made Forest Floor in a weekend, and I am still loving it. And I can't wait to work my way through the rest of the collection. It's really hard to pick a favourite out of the 13 patterns, but these 6 are on my personal knit list (since I've already knit Forest Floor): 

 Top, from left to right: Spring Foliage, Pressed Leaves, Twigs and Willows.
Bottom, left to right: Twin Leaf Loop, Autumn's EndEntangled Vines.

The collection is heavily inspired by nature, with different types of leaves featuring strongly in the designs. All the designs seem timeless, and the silhouettes are very flattering. There is something for everyone in this collection, but if you enjoy knitting hats and sweaters, I think you'll be particularly smitten.You can check out the whole collection on Ravelry, or on botanicalknits.com .

Want a copy of this collection? Of course you do. You can order the print copy for $22 + shipping. As a special thank you for preordering, you get the e-book for free immediately. Or you can order the e-book by itself for $18.

OR... maybe you'll be the lucky winner of a copy of the e-book right here! To enter the giveaway, leave a comment (don't forget your Rav ID or email!) telling me which pattern you would most love to knit right away. Bonus entries for posting on Twitter or Facebook. Deadline to enter is Monday, March 4th, 6:00 p.m. (EST). The winner will be announced on Wednesday. Good luck!

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Rin Adams said...

Ack. I forgot to say in case it doesn't show up, but I use gmail for email. Username is: darkblade

I get a ton of spam. Trying to break it up a bit... dratted bots.

Anonymous said...

I would have a hard time choosing between Oak Trail and Forest Floor. ksathre on Ravelry

Anonymous said...

I love so many of them, but I think Entangled VInes is my favorite right now.

Kimberly RavID 4throse

Karine said...

For me it'd be the Pressed leaves hat, so pretty!!

ravID: taffywduck
email: karinelarose@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Yeah, I've been eyeing up Entangled Vines for a while now. Would LOVELOVELOVE a copy! AKnitterInNZ on Rav. :-)

Avocet said...

Autumn's end, all the way! Ravelry ID: Sonjers, sonje.bols@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

I would love to knit the Spring Foliage fingerless mitts.
I love Alana's designs and this collection is just beautiful!

sockhap on ravelry

kaystir said...

Autumns End for sure. This book looks awesome.
Rav: Kaystir

Kim said...

Thanks so much for the giveaway! A lot of the patterns are really beautiful, so it's hard to decide, but I think first I'd go for Spring Foliage cause my hands are (almost) always cold!
Rav ID BeanerShnump.

Papayamaya said...

I think that my favorites are Autumns End and Spring Foliage. mayapof on rav

flora said...

entangled vines looks amazing!

flowerpot2 on Ravelry

Robyn VZ said...

'Twigs and Willows" is for me
My knitting destiny!
(in case a cute little poem increases my chances of winning :) )

I just recently "faved" the Twigs and Willows cardigan on Ravelry...I love it! It's such a simple yet elegant design. The shaping is perfect, and I love the leaf detail.

Email: rvande27 "at" gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Oak Trail, most definitely. fridica on rav

Anonymous said...

I think if I don't win this I will buy it! I like Twigs & Willows and Autumn's end best. I think the yarns she used make such a difference.
ravID:surfchick

Deborah A said...

Such pretty patterns! They are all beautiful and if a person has to choice a favorite it would be Autumn's end.

jillian said...

ive been drooling over twigs and leaves since i saw the photo in a preview. thanks for the chance to win :)

Summer said...

Twigs and Willows! I loved nature themed patterns, especially leaves. I would love to knit this.

Ravelry ID: boozyknits

m said...

Oh my, so many beautiful projects! Yes, please.
(dkfamily on rav)

Anonymous said...

I love Spring Foliage!

NicoleS on Ravelry

Mangoskein said...

I love the shaping details and lace of Autumn's End.

Kassia said...

Twig & Willows definitely!!

WhiteDahlias said...

These are all so pretty, it would be really hard to decide which to start on. I love Autumn's End and Twigs and Willows.

I am WhiteDahlias on Ravelry. =D

Mirjam in Kathmandu said...

I would love to win the book and get some more knitting inspiration!!

Thanks for a great blog!!



mirjamthiessen at gmail dot com

knitterPat said...

I love Entangled Vines.
Rav: patken2

Aimee said...

Autumn's End is so pretty, and the color she used is just perfect. Twigs and Willows is lovely too, I like the design along the top.

I'm aimee73 on Ravelry.

Unknown said...

I was just looking at the ravelry page for the twin leaves loop!

Sylvie said...

Twigs and Willows is my favorite - it just has such fantastic lines. It's very striking in a not-too-loud way.

Alex said...

This is such a beautiful collection of designs. I would try to do Entangled Vines first, but it is hard to choose. I'd love to win the book! Thanks for offering it.
Ajane on ravelry

Cher said...

I would like to start with spring foliage and work my way through the rest. They are all gorgeous!

Michelle said...

I would start with Twin Leaf Loop. Something quick and then maybe the Pressed Leaves hat. All are adorbs!

RavID= Rainmomma

camby said...

I'd love to knit Entangled Vines. So pretty!

Pam said...

All gorgeous, but cardigans always sing their siren songs to me, and so entangled Vines would be my choice

Ju-styśka said...

For me Autumn's End would be the first :)
Rav: justysia

Trang said...

I love the Autumns end. Rav knithexe. thanks :)

Trang said...

I love the Autumns end. Rav:knithexe. thanks :)

HelenKnits said...

I think I'd start knitting Oak Trail, but I would probably have to knit quite a few from this book because all the patterns are so beautiful :)
RavID: HelenKnitsUK

dendiane said...

I love all of them but especially the entangled vines.

Anonymous said...

I'd like to knit a few of those, but Autumn's End is my #1.

-Ravnejenta on Ravelry

Anonymous said...

Autumn's End would definitely be my first from this book. After that...who knows! So many pretty ones to pick from.

Emily

Rav: milliemolly1981

Loretta said...

I think I would knit Autumn's End first. Pretty!

mhchong said...

I love the cardigans, but I'd knit pressed leaves right away.
mhchong on Ravelry

Phyllis said...

I love the Twigs and Willows but all of the patterns look amazing. Thank you for the opportunity. rpshandATnsDOTsympaticoDOTca

Anonymous said...

I would love to knit Twigs and Willows, but actually want to knit them all! missogrady@gmail.com

Meg said...

I love pressed leaves. So beautiful it almost has me wishing for fall again.
megmack42 on rav

Cindy said...

I would make Autumn's End first, but that would just be the beginning! So many beautiful choices, thanks.

Anne Marthe said...

i have drooled over this collection since the tastings started:) would knit it all if i could and it fit me..but first on my list is entangled vines..need a new cardi and this looks great!:) (anne_marthe18@hotmail.com)

Anonymous said...

I would make twin leaf loop

Rav--Bamaknits

knottygnome said...

i really like the twigs and willows cardi. thanks for the giveaway!

Lora said...

I am in love with Autumn's End and well, just about every pattern in the the book!!

Nordly said...

Thanks for hosting another giveaway! I've been drooling over the Twigs and Willows cardigan, and might even splurge on BT Shelter since it's such a great match.

Marilyn a.k.a. Merry said...

I love the ivy trellis socks.
wahoomerryf on Rav

Rhea said...

Hmm, I think Twin Leaf Loop would be just the ticket!

Knit-Chat said...

Entangled Wines is what I want to make and wear. Thanks for the giveaway offer.

I'm Loves2Dance on Ravelry.

iikku said...

lovely patterns. I think I would knit first that lovely hat. You can find me from ravelry with name iikku :-)

LuAnn said...

These patterns are amazing! My first project will be the Twin Leaf Loop. Thank you for sharing.
LuAnnSG@aol.com

AMReed said...

I would love to make Autumn's End

Anonymous said...

they're all beautiful, but i LOVE Entangled Vines, such pretty sleeve details. I hope i'm lucky and win the collection!! (DanaRae19 on Ravelry)

C. said...

Thanks for the giveaway!
I love the Autumn's End sweater. I can really see myself knitting one for next Fall. I really enjoy the socks as well (I already have the pattern from the TFA club and need to cast them on!).

RegencyKnitter said...

I would cast on Autumn's End ASAP! My Ravelry ID is ASchindler. Thanks!

RegencyKnitter said...

I would cast on Autumn's End ASAP! My Ravelry ID is ASchindler. Thanks!

Pam said...

I am dying to knit Entangled Vines - its like the perfect sweater!

Michelle said...

I adore that hat! It would have to be knit first.
michelle (at) betahelix (dot) net

Brenda said...

Love Autumn's End. So pretty.

(Goodstuff on Rav)

Michelle said...

I shared your post on Facebook
michelle (at) betahelix (dot) net

Anonymous said...

Twigs and willow is beautiful and I also really like oak trail.
Rav Id- violingirl76

Rebecca M said...

Oak Trail is gorgeous! Rav thatgrrl

Helen said...

This has to be one of the most beautiful books I have seen in a long time. All of the patterns are fabulous. Entangled Vines is my favorite!

Anonymous said...

I am crazy about spring foliage. That is so beautiful!

Rav id: LollyDesigns

Unknown said...

I'd love to knit Autumn's End first, but they are all fabulous!

josie said...

Autumn's end is my pick! Love the seam shaping!

josiekre on Rav

TinaIsNoAcronym said...

Twigs and willows! I love the details on it!

Amy J said...

Autumn's End is on top of my list.
Thanks.
Ravid = txtaurus

lizztwozee said...

Autumn's End looks just gorgeous! I'd love to hone my lace skills with that one!

duni said...

entangled vines is gorgeous, as is the rest of the collection. well done!
-duniknits on rav

Rachel said...

Ooh - that Twigs and Willows cardigan is a DREAM.

Rachel said...

Ooh - that Twigs and Willows cardigan is a DREAM.

Bogna said...

This looks awesome.

Anonymous said...

I love twigs and willows.
Rav ID- jillypox

Laura said...

Twigs and Willows is lovely. Your red hat was fabulous too!

culabrat on ravelry

veewee said...

Spring Foliage - love them!

(foetle on Rav)

Nancy said...

Totally has to be Entangled Vines.
It's a cardigan, it's top-down, it's raglan, and it has a beautiful pattern cascading down the sleeves. I love it!!!

penelope10 said...

Twigs and Willows is my fave! What a beautiful book!

Lori said...

So hard to pick a favorite... But "Autumns End" wins out for me, with several others close behind.

Greta said...

They are all beautiful patterns, but I love Buds and Blossoms! And Autumn's End! Ravelry ID: gretalj

Margaret said...

I fell in love with Oak Tree after your last post!

ravelry is sporadichail.

Thanks!

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