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by Siel Ju

For crafty upcyclers, knitting’s a handy tool. Got an ugly holiday sweater? Vent your anger by ripping it apart — and reknitting it into something cute. Reknitting pre-loved yarn’s one of my hobbies — a creative challenge that keeps my knitting green too.

Upcycled yarn, in fact, is one of the many sustainable knitting options highlighted in Knitting Green: Conversations and Earth Friendly Projects, a new book by former Knits magazine senior editor Ann Budd. 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.

Read more at  -  http://www.mnn.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/blogs/knitting-green-stitch-up-an-eco-hobby