"Adventure Cables" by Meghan Jones is a fantastic resource for any knitting enthusiast looking to take their skills to the next level. The patterns are stunning and the instructional content is top-notch. Overall, I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a new challenge and some inspiration for their next knitting project.

Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the opportunity to review a temporary digital ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.

3.5 stars!

This was a lovely book. It had some great detailed pictures that gave you a good look at the stitches used in the patterns. But I thought this was going to be more of a stitch dictionary than just a pattern collection. That being said, I do see myself making quite a few of the patterns.

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There are many fabulous photographs and easy to follow instructions. I think this is a good book for any knitter to have in their crafting collection.

I received an advanced digital copy of this book from the author, publisher and NetGalley.com. Thanks to all for the opportunity to read and review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Adventure Cables is a beautifully curated book of cable knitwork. Incorporating more modern takes on classic designs, it a great addition to the knitter's library.

5 out of 5 stars. Highly recommended.

A super book, especially the photographs and patterns included. Much more than the traditional cable patterns, these patterns incorporate lace, mosaic and color work, and are rated as to experience in knitting. Wonderful book.

Adventure Cables by Meghan Jones was a fantastically curated knitting book.

I enjoyed the more modern designs. The intricate instructions, photos, and diagrams were wonderfully executed. They didn't skimp at all.

This book is still a little too advanced for me. I look forward to working out of it in the future. I did learn a few skills in the intro that I can take away for any project so I am super grateful for that. Most of it with how to adjust a garment to fit you or work the gauge.

Usually Kindle editions are great, but I found this one was pretty nice. I really can't wait to work from a hard copy of this book, I am sure it is even nicer than the Kindle edition.

I would recommend this to a more advanced knitter in my life.

I received an eARC from Rowman and Littlefield through NetGalley. All opinions are 100% my own.

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I have only done a few projects from this book but I was able to follow along easy enough. Good for expanding cable knowledge, but probably not something you would want to pick up if you're an inexperienced knitter.

--Gorgeous Cable Patterns for the Advanced, Adventurous Knitter--

I received an ARC from the publisher and here are my thoughts:

This book would make a wonderful gift for the knitter in your life (and maybe that is you?) who loves intricate designs and wants to uplevel their knitting.

The book presents 19 wonderful designs (but check out the book preview pictures or on Ravelry, etc., as everyone has different tastes) that incorporate different types of cables, including colourwork cables.

From socks to shawls to sweaters, there is plenty of cable love in here and you will never get bored.

The author gives very detailed instructions and has also devised her own style of charts in order to help demystify the process.

In a world full of beginner knitting books, this book stands out for offering the intermediate and advanced knitter something new to explore.

You will not be making these designs while multi-tasking on different devices...no, these are designs to savour and turn into a knitting meditation.

Adventure Cables by Meghan Jones has some of the best instructions and instructional photos I have seen in a cable knitting book. I could have used such wonderful explanations and photos when I first was teaching my self cables.

I am only giving this beautiful book just four stars because the patterns are simply too fussy for me and complicated for most knitters. None of them jumped out at me and forced me to put the book down and pick up my knitting needles.

I love that many of the models sporting the garments in the book and plus-sized.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher, Rodman & . for the advance copy of this book

Adventure Cables is a fresh look at cables alone and in combination with other knitting techniques designed by Meghan Jones. Due out 1st Sept 2021 from Rowman & Littlefield on their Stackpole Books imprint, it's 208 pages and will be available in paperback and ebook formats.

This is a colorful, well designed, graphically appealing book full of knitted cablework with symmetric and asymmetric surface manipulated stitches in combination with colorwork, mosaic, stranded stitches and several other techniques. The author has an easy-to-understand style and the cable design instructions are given in both written and charted versions. In addition, the author has filled the book with useful tips and tricks for saving time (and sanity) during knitting. For me, the extra tips and guidance was worth the price of the book in addition to all the really pretty and deceptively difficult looking designs.

The introduction covers some basic techniques, but the book presupposes a general familiarity with the *basic* knitting techniques: how to read a chart/instructions, cast-on/off, knit, purl, working in the round, increase/decrease, shaping, short row shaping, and similar. I wouldn't say that this book is beyond beginners, but it would be best to have a knitting friend/guru to consult in case of confusion. Actually, I strongly recommend having a knitting friend no matter *what* level of expertise one is.

The technique chapters which follow the introduction are full of short technique mini-tutorials on reading charts, reading the individual charts in this book, cabling without a cable needle (where feasible), gauge alterations & sizing, and picking up stitches around an armhole. Mini tutorials are explained well and contain multiple clear color photos showing the technique with stitches on the needle without the model's fingers in the way (hallelujah!).

The following chapters contain the full patterns, grouped thematically: crossings with texture stitches, crossings with lace stitches, crossings with cabled stitches, mosaic, and stranded stitches. Each chapter contains 3-5 individual full projects as well as an in-depth tutorial mini-class highlighting a technique used in the chapter. Patterns contain multiple color pictures of each project and shaping/pattern details also have clear illustrations to follow. Instructions contain tools and supplies in a bullet style list (measurements are given in inches and metric measurements - thank you!) followed by step-by-step instructions and necessary charts. Specified yarn descriptions for each pattern also contain yardage/meter measures so readers can substitute if desired. The difficulty is listed in the pattern (explore/intermediate, adventure/advanced intermediate, and be brave/experienced).

There are socks, wraps, pullovers, accessories, and shawls aplenty and they all have moderate to huge wow factor. These are the sort of projects knitters make and wear to those knitting-get-togethers and knitting fairs (you know we do). I love that the projects are photographed on a wide variety of body types and the models are a wide range of ages. They're definitely not all waifish and willowy, photographed on an Irish coast looking off into the middle distance over the waves (yes, Rowan, I'm looking at you).

I knitted up several swatches preparatory to settling on one project, and I didn't find any mistakes in the instructions (I had one hiccup and that was user error on my part).

Five stars. This is one of the better knitting books I've read this year.

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.

This was a great book for learning Meghan Jones' method of cabling. This book has great full color photos illustrating the tutorials which make it very clear how to do it without using a cable needle.

There are 20 patterns including sweaters, shawls, hats, socks etc. The patterns are also size inclusive up to 70 inch chest. They are also clearly labeled the level of skill needed. Meghan really gives me the knowledge to tackle the cables in her patterns. There are so many pretty items I don't know which to do first.

I cannot find any faults with this book as it is simply great.

The first thing that grabs me about this. book is the pictures of plus-size models - bravo!

The book is filled with wonderful knitting charts, interspersed with tutorials for various techniques. Patterns are scaled in difficulty from Explore level (Intermediate), Adventure level (Advanced Intermediate) and Be Brave level (Experienced). The Introduction gives the reader a nice tutorial in how to read knitting charts and cable charts in particular. Each pattern is very detailed and easy to read with color photography depicting how the stitches are held on the needles, as well as multiple photos of each finished project. Excellent!

I very much enjoyed this knitting book. The pictures and graphics are bright and colourful and show the details that I need in a pattern book. I love to knit cables and really like the idea of adding a little more adventure into the process. I tested out a few of the patterns, just knitting the cable charts into swatches since I wasn't in the mood for a full sweater or shawl. The patterns I tried were really lovely and easy to follow.

I really appreciate that the designer describes how to do the cables both with or without a cable needle. I highly recommend trying to learn to do it without a third needle because some of these patterns have multiple cable stitches on every single line of the chart and you will waste a lot of time with the third needle. I also love that there are picture tutorials for specific unique stitches. Some of the "Adventure Cables" didn't really make sense to me when just reading the description, but then the clear, colourful pictures helped me to understand exactly what the pattern was saying.

The idea of adding colourwork or texture into the cables of a pattern is really creative. Creating larger cables using smaller cables as the links makes for some really amazing looking chains. I loved that each different section of the book had patterns for beginners as well as more advanced knitters, and clearly labelled them as such. I think this would be a great pattern book for a new knitter looking to get started with cabling, or for a more advanced knitter looking to try something a little more complicated than their usual cables.

I received an ARC of this book to read through NetGalley. All opinions are my own. Adventure Cables ~ Brave new Stitch Crossings by Meghan Jones is a collection of nineteen knitting patterns, including hats, mittens, sweaters, cardigans, wraps, cowls, and socks. All the patterns feature cables, but some also include lace, colourwork and mosaic knitting. The patterns are all modelled by women, but I feel that several of them would work as unisex patterns. The sizing includes bust sizes up to 70 in / 178cm, and tips for making alterations to size are included. The author includes clear instructions for different techniques, well-written pattern instructions and charts and lovely photographs. The patterns range from beginner to advanced. I enjoyed the chance to get a sneak peek at this book and have been pondering my stash because several of the patterns have me wanting to dive in and cast on. Publishing Date: September 1, 2021. #AdventureCables #MeghanJones #RowmanAndLittlefield #StacpoleBooks #KnittingBooks #KnittingPatternBooks #CableKnitting #HandKnittingPatternBooks #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #NetGalley

Adventure Cables is an epic collection of patterns for anyone ready to advance their Cable knitting skills, even if you have never tried Cable knitting before don't worry, Megan Jones Adventure Cables has a ton of instructional tutorials and tips to successful cable knitting with patterns ranging from Socks to shawls there is a pattern for everyone!

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I was able to preview "Adventure Cables-Brave New Stitch Crossings and 19 Knitting Patterns" by Meghan Jones on NetGalley. As a knitter I am always happy to see new knitting books come out. I love the look of cables so I was instantly intrigued. The instructions are so clear & concise with pictures to help. I think this would make a great addition to any knitter's library.

Adventure Cables takes traditional knitted cables and Jones’ unique twist to create unique fabric and designs. This book builds on five core types of crossed stitches and offers both accessories and garments that showcase the updated technique. It is a book that expects some experience in knitting, but I think beginners would be delighted to see what possibilities exist after proficiency in basic core skills. If you are an experienced knitter looking for novel ways to work cables, I believe that this book will delight you.

Don’t worry if you have forgotten how to successfully knit from a chart, the first section of the book is dedicated to tips and tutorials to help you work them successfully. After basic charts are covered, Jones delves into what makes Adventure Cable charts unique and what is needed to successfully read and work these special stitches.

The range of pattern types helps this be a book that will appeal to a range of knitters – if you like to work accessories in the round, there are designs for you. Prefer to work flat? It has you covered. Primarily a sweater knitter? There are patterns for you as well, designed to adapt to a range of body sizes and gauges.

Which designs caught my eye? The Palouse Falls Shawl features textured lace Adventure Cables that move over a lacy background. I love that it begins with a cast on of only 4 stitches! The Goose Prairie Vest uses simple A-line shaping to highlight the orate cabled cable design and looks stunning in a subtle tonal semi-solid yarn. I love the balance of this design and really want to start knitting it right now. The Tekoa Mittens check all the boxes, mirrored design, fun geometric design, and is stunning in fun color combinations.

Adventure Cables by Meghan Jones can help you experience knit cables in exciting new ways.

A beautiful and inspiring book! I appreciated the author's encouragement to explore, experiment. She starts with the premise that cable stitches are basically just stitches know out of order and invites the reader to imagine ways to rearrange them to come up with a new order and see what happens. She asks up to pose variations on the question - what if? What would it look like if I...? How would it look to....?

She presents patterns in 3 skill levels - Explore (simple knit and purl patterns), Adventure (adds increases, decreases, and slip stitches), and Be Brave (crossed stitches and stranded color). She provides detailed instructions with clear photos that address reading charts, short rows, and other techniques. The book includes a variety of patterns - socks, hats, and mittens, shawls and wraps, pullovers, cardigans, and vests. Highly recommend for any knitter wanting to take their knitting to the next level. # NetGalley.

Adventure Cables is more than a collection of instructions and patterns. This is a guide to creating fiber art, for there are no other words to describe Meghan Jones’ creations.

“I think my favorite thing about knitting is that there really isn’t any one totally right way to do it” is the first sentence in Adventure Cables. Jones has invented a technique where cabling is done by twisting already established stitch patterns across the row, with or without cable needles. Experienced knitters may be challenged but Jones has anticipated that. The charts are detailed with easy to understand explanations. Each pattern also includes step-by-step tutorials. The beautifully photographed sweater, shawl, socks, hat and mittens patterns are organized by skill level, beginning with the easiest. Adventure Cables, full of creative projects, is inspiring and will take your knitting skills to another level. 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Rowman & Littlefield and Meghan Jones for this ARC

Adventure Cables - Brave New Stitch Crossings and 19 Knitting Patterns by Meghan Jones is clearly a work of love by a very creative designer and expert knitter. Let me say right off that this is not a book for a novice knitter or the faint of heart but it is a book for knitters who love cables and complex patterns, and are looking to expand to that next level.

I like how the author explains her cable charts which differ from standard knitting charts. The difference is due to the fact that most cable patterns are just stockinette stitches that are crossed. This book’s patterns have cables with unique and complex stitches on the cable itself, thus the cable pattern is shown on a key adjacent to the chart.

The garments are lovely and ones that anyone would be proud to make and wear. My favorites are the Tekoa Mittens, the Karamin Hat, and the Point Defiance Pullover. I can’t wait to see these garments in the “wild” in a variety of colors and yarns. (I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy and all opinions are my own.)