Happy stitching tour with the double stitch twins indiegogo. Erika and monika simmons, aka the double stitch twins crochet pattern books and free patterns double stitch designs for the crochet. If you experience problems, visit our troubleshooting page. See more ideas about crochet fashion, crochet and knit crochet. The twins endure two separate, harrowing journeys one to california, the other to china, but gardiner relates these events flatly, and the idea of the double is tirelessly debatedby eula. The twins also attract the attention of otto rank reallife psychoanalyst, a disciple and later critic of freud, one of the novels several historical figures. Double stitch twins crochet books and free patterns youtube.
Designs for the crochet fashionista with interweave press, and fashion forward with red heart yarn. Twin thrillers this list is for mysterysuspensethrillers that feature twins. Ive been crotcheting since i was a grade schooler, but stopped several years ago. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. At the back of the book are all of the basic crochet techniques you need to create each project featured. The two orphans come to drayton, a progressive pennsylvania orphanage, in 1926 at the. The twins double 1914 imdb shop our inventory for twins and the double by john lash with fast free shipping on every used book we have in stock. Their designs are so unique, colorful, bold, and beautifully sculptured. A childrens picture book about twins seeing double twins 1 read. Last weekend i had the pleasure of not only meeting, but crocheting with monika and erika simmons of the double stitch twins. The double stitch sisters have terrific, glamorous style thats shown off in this book. The book includes patterns for some of their sickest fashions, which.
May 17, 2018 when beyonces twins were born under the zodiac sign of gemini, i knew magic was at work. Buy a cheap copy of double stitch book by john rolfe gardiner. This red heart yarns double stitch book helps to learn crochet in fashionista way 10. Double stitch is the brainchild of the multitalented twin designers erika and monika simmons. Double stitch has garnered quite a bit of press for a combo of fun and bright designs as well as the twins easygoing personalities and stunning beauty. See more ideas about crochet patterns, crochet and crochet clothes. The newest project by double stitch includes their very first book of crochet patterns, entitled double stitch. Sep 17, 2009 but they make things accessible for those willing to learn with their pattern book, double stitch designs for the crochet fashionista.
Erika simmons cofounder of double stitch llc double. Here, the winners of the crochet liberation fronts 2011 flamie. Double stitch twins talk crochet on the balancing act youtube. Unlike my friend and i, gardiners heroines are a pair of identical twins linda and rebecca carey, or linny and becca. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Jane reid, the book is the first in a series of historical fiction books about women who migrated to colonial america. Id call it the first really sexy, chic, club girl crochet.
Now you might know them as the designers of some of the most awesome crochet patterns on red heart, but now i personally know them as the trendiest fashionistas in the crochet world. Crystalites red heart double stitch twins dvdbk by susan bates. Esterel weighted blanket 15 lbs for individual 150 lbs 3. Find double crochet stitch tutorials, videos, free patterns, and learn how to dc. Double stitch at loopy yarns bleader chicago reader. Double stitch is the brainchild of the multitalented twin designers erika and monika simmons that has evolved from a collection of show stopping handmade crochet apparel, to the double stitch twins, a brand that influences the rapid pulse of fashion for past, present and future crochet artists and admirers. The idea for the double trouble series came about because twins run in my family. The book has three parts the twins arrival at the orphanage, their departure, and their return.
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A childrens picture book about twins seeing double twins 1 patrice hartigan. Relative calm reigns after the twins reunion at drayton, where linny is now a sewing mistress, despite an episode between them of lifethreatening violence possibly an inherent inevitably with identical twins, warned rank. By the awardwinning author of somewhere in france, a historical novel based on a true story of orphaned identical twins born to switched identities, uncanny. May 14, 2020 explore veronicawaseks board double stitch twins crochet. But they make things accessible for those willing to learn with their pattern book, double stitch designs for the crochet fashionista. Double stitch and i did a photo shoot for their lookbook capturing exactly that. Double stitch twins talk crochet on the balancing act. Lonely narrator richard papen perfectly articulates the sense of mystery twins hold. Fashion forward by red heart 10 crochet designs by double. Erika and monika simmons aka the double stitch twins is a line of fun and flirty crochet apparel. Otto believes that everyone has an internalized double, but in the twins case, nature has provided the double and there is no need for the subconscious to produce another. Mar 15, 2014 last weekend i had the pleasure of not only meeting, but crocheting with monika and erika simmons of the double stitch twins. They come to the orphanage when theyre 10 years old and the story is basically about them growing up and their struggles with their individual identities vs. Not precisely about twins charles and camilla, but their constant presence in donna tartts debut novel the secret history speaks to the obsession culture has with twins.
Theyve been featured on numerous television shows and in magazines. Designed by superstylish twinsthe double stitch twinsthis book is full of fun crochet clothing options that are definitely meant to be warn, whether your. The secret stitch centers around ailee donaghue, a young woman with an unfortunate past who marries a stranger and makes the journey to america. Aug 18, 2017 a few months ago, i learned about a book called the secret stitch. Review of the book sweet and simple baby crochet by kristi simpson. The double stitch twins added a slit through the center of the wrap that makes it functional for beltwearing or simply tying the wrap closed to wear as a full functional wrap with sleeves. They looked very much alike, with heavy darkblond hair and epicene. This collection of fun and flirty hand crochet apparel has it all one of a kind construction, a limitless use of color, plush fabrication, silhouettes that flatter all body types and twin designers that demand as much attention as the head turning garments they produce. Double stitch twins love yarn welcome to the craft yarn council. Since 2008, the double stitch twins have authored 2 crochet pattern books entitled, double stitch. The twins endure two separate, harrowing journeys one to california, the other to china, but gardiner relates these events flatly, and the idea of the double is tirelessly debatedby eula, otto and their associatesgiving the metaphorheavy novel a static, leaden feel. Having been around twins so much in my life, ive come to realize how unique they are, how much fun they can have, and how much trouble they can get into.
Double stitch by john rolfe gardiner, hardcover barnes. The projects all have a hip, bohemian, urban vibe that can be dressed up or down based on the styling. Crochet insider wear an item made from a pattern in this book, and truly be prepared to stop traffic. John rolfe gardiner story of two identical twins from predepression era to world war ii. Designs for a crochet fashionista by erika simmons and monika simmons. I have finished my last, for the moment, top from the double stitch. Designed by superstylish twinsthe double stitch twinsthis book is full of fun crochet clothing options that are definitely meant to be warn, whether your are out running errands or out for a night on the town. Another crochet top from a double stitch twins pattern. The yarnspirations how to hub is your onestop shop for all you need to know to pick up a new skill or level up the skills you already have. A childrens picture book about twins seeing double twins 1 marjanku.
The main characters are identical twins, linny and becca. The double stitch twins are part of the red heart yarn company. Jim bruton is the author of several books, including a tradition of purple, gopher glory, we love our twins. Twins and the double by john lash goodreads its the worlds largest gathering of twins and one big lab for researchers. The double stitch twins have done it again, the book is great especially if you are looking for a way to add to your wardbrobe with new and fresh fashion. I just recently picked it back up and i am now well past my refresherbeginner stage and looking for new and. The double stitch twins erika and monika simmons give us a contemporary look at the age old craft of crochet. This red heart yarns double stitch book helps to learn crochet in fashionista way. Help us share the art of crochet with children abroad check out happy stitching tour with the double stitch twins on indiegogo. This crochet hook is the perfect marriage of susan.
Featuring two workshops are included to help get going. Acomopack double stitch weighted blanket 15 lbs 48x 78 inch for full size bedqueen size bed weighted blanket adult men women with glass bead weight fillers doubleline square quilting 7 layers 4. John rolfe gardiner takes that idea to a poignant and occasionally terrifying extreme with his thoughtprovoking novel double stitch. There are 10 different projects to inspire you and all of the techniques used are illustrated with full color instructions. Chicagos erika and monika simmons, aka double stitch twins, take crochet to another level. My love affair with the double stitch twins designs began with the trendy top overlay. Nov 21, 2014 the double stitch twins erika and monika simmons give us a contemporary look at the age old craft of crochet. My grandmother had a twin brother, my mother has a twin sister, and my daughter has twin girls. Double crochet, abbreviated as dc, is a basic crochet stitch you will want to learn. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Fogawa 12 pcs twin needles double twin stretch machine needles pins compatible with butterfly, brother, singer, janome, juki 3 sizes mixed 2.
Doublestitch, designs for the crochet fashionista by erika and monika simmons published by interweave press, 2008, 128 pages, isbn 978159668006630 erika and monika, identical twins, a. You know what that means impersonation, misidentification, extrasensory perception, family secrets, and much more. Crochet a variety of accessories and apparel pieces that will make you stand out in a crowd. The crochet fashionista workshop is their third book released and they are very proud of it. Polycarbonate plastic yarn needles from susan bates will bend without breaking. Double stitch twins love yarn welcome to the craft yarn. By the end, linny is a successful designer, living with becca in the philadelphia ghetto. Twins abound in mythology and fairytales, and its no wonderdoubling creates a sense of mystery, and these dualbeings seem to hold secrets that scholars and scientists have obsessed with for centuries. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Whether you live in a big city or just want to look like you do, the young designers behind double stitch show how easy it is to make. Our bestselling schedule book is now even better and more affordable. Their designs have been featured at macys in chicago and they have authored 3 crochet pattern books entitled, double stitch.
A few months ago, i learned about a book called the secret stitch. This book features ten crochet designs by the double stitch twins erika and monika simmons. Susan batesbamboo handlealuminum head crochet hooks. Contains two crochet hooks, a red heart stitch gauge and a dvd. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. May 17, 2011 double stitch has garnered quite a bit of press for a combo of fun and bright designs as well as the twins easygoing personalities and stunning beauty.