This week we are celebrating the much anticipated release of Magpies, Homebodies, and Nomads, written by the lovely and talented Cirilia Rose. In addition to being a published author, Cirilia is a Brand Ambassador for New Zealand Mill Woolyarns, developing and promoting singular yarns for hand knitters, and she also happens to be the girlfriend of my son, Elliott.
In Magpies, Homebodies, and Nomads, Rose takes readers behind the scenes of her design process, showing them how she curates and organizes ideas and translates them into knitwear designs. Through 25 projects that fall into three categories—Magpies (accessories for- the small amounts of precious yarns that knitters inevitably collect), Homebodies (garments for time spent close to home), and Nomads (garments to wear when venturing out into the world)—Rose shares her modern aesthetic and invites readers to develop their own.
Magpies is brimming with adorable projects, which you can check out on Cirilia’s Ravelry page, but you’ll definitely want to buy the book anyway, because there’s so much more to it than just the patterns.
Leave a comment below to enter the giveaway for this gorgeous book — even if you’re a quilter and have never knit a stitch, I bet you know a knitter who would love to receive this book as a gift. The winner will be announced on Saturday, November 15.
Photography by Jared Flood
Cirilia is modeling in photos 2 and 7
Love, Love, the slippers! and the magpie purse is super cute. It seems the perfect book for a beginner like me. The projects look modern and unique. Thanks for the opportunity to win such a precious book.
I can’t knit a stitch (but I keep trying) … I’d be happy just to keep this on my coffee table and drool over the pictures.
Ooooh! That looks like a beautiful book!
Isn’t she gorgeous and such a clever girl too. I bet it’s so interesting for you watching her work!
My granddaughter, who loves birds, would really like the Raven Bag. I went to Ravelry to see her work; her designs are lovely.
What a beautiful book. Such a treasure to any knitter. Thank you for the chance to win.
There are some really gorgeous projects in this book, Martha. Thank you for the chance to win it.) I don’t knit, but my friend does and it would make a wonderful Christmas present for her. I might just be able to talk her into making something for me. LOL
That looks like an amazing book, Martha! I’ve been wanting to take up knitting again – never was very good at it but practice makes perfect, right? I’m swooning over the sweater on the cover, and the one five pics down, oh my!
Thanks for sharing this book, it will be a perfect birthday or Christmas gift for my sister. I’m going to purchase it right now, so don’t include me in the drawing. LOVE IT, and love that she is young and is full of such fresh ideas!
These are wonderful designs. Thank you for the opportunity to win this gorgeous book.
Yes, you’re right, if I’m not the lucky winner I’ll get the book for myself anyway. The Loro Vest and the Raven Bag…must haves! Thank you so much for the chance to win, and aren’t you lucky having such talent in the family. 🙂
My goal for 2015 is to learn to knit. I crochet, quilt and embroidery but have become obsessed with knitting since a friend made me a fabulous pair of knitted socks. I love the project pictures in this book and would enjoy working on these gorgeous designs.
By the way…what a smart son you raised that he selected such a talented girlfriend!
The designs are wonderful! The black cardigan and slippers caught my eye. What an attractive book! I wish I had more time to knit!
Cirilia is very talented and beautiful too. Looks like some fun projects.
This looks like a great book, i love the idea of magpies, I have lots of those random skeins of yarn. And my middle name should be homebody! Thank you for the chance to win this!
Beth Zf
I can knit a stitch…but that’s about all. I definitely need more practice! It’s a lovely book.
She is lovely! I really like the open vest she is modeling.
I love the – what is is? – a magpie purse?
Looks like a wonderful book with some unique and interesting patterns! Would love to win one! 🙂
This looks like a great new book! I love the sweater on the cover! Thanks for a chance to win a copy!
Nice projects. Grand daughter has just moved to colder area because here in the south all of that is too warm.But it would be so nice for her to enjoy.
Awesome! It’s been a long time since I last knitted; I must start a project soon! Thank you for the chance!
ap_lemos at yahoo dot com
Great, unique ideas! I’d love to have this book!
I promise to knit away in Flagstaff, in the mountains and considerably cooler than my home in Phoenix. The projects look quite modern and will make wonderful gifts for friends in cooler climates!
It looks like a beautiful book. Cirilia is very talented! Knitting is my other hobby besides quilting. I really like the slippers pattern, they would make wonderful gifts. Thank you for the chance to win this book.
My brother-in-law taught me how to knit for Christmas last year!!! I still mostly do seeing projects but once in a while I love to knit too!
Oh so many cute patterns that my DD would love to make. She knits a lot , uses it as a stress reliever from her graduate studies, and I know there are a few patterns in this book she would make. Thanks for a great giveaway!
love, love , love the mariners compass little quilt by the way….
Kathie
Once the grandchildren started arriving, I got back into knitting. I now have an even bigger stash of yarn than before.
I have had this book on my wish list since I saw the previews. It’s lovely, as is Cirilia. a book full of charm.
I love the cover cardigan!
I so want this book! I would love to win a copy! 🙂
I’ve read so many great things about this book. Would love a copy of my own!
Wonderful book! Thanks for the giveaway. I love the pullover with the heart..
Beautifully done. Knitted pieces are fashionable
and wearable. The lines and designs are a great fit
For everyone!
Well done!
I’d love to win that book!
Would be a lovely book to have. I would knit the Loro vest first.
I’m 25 and I’ve wanted to learn how to knit for years now, and I am determined to finally doing it!!! I would love to have this book, it’d be a major inspiration! 🙂
really like the designs. I had seen the poncho design and can’t wait for the designs so, yes please! Would love to win the book!
This book looks fantastic! I am a knitter as well as a quilter, and the projects look like just my style. The first thing I would knit would be the raven purse for myself, then the beautiful cover cardigan for my sister. Thanks for the chance to win this great book, and congratulations on having such smart and beautiful lady as your son’s girlfriend!
I really want to knit that vest!
i have long admired Cirilia’s style in the knitting world!