Their use predates the invention of vacuum flasks as a means of keeping hot liquids hot. See more ideas about tea cozy, tea and knitted tea cosies. Whimsical, beautiful, and sometimes simple, tea cozies are there for one reason. In tea cozies 3 weve pushed the boundaries of tea cozy design even further. They are medium sized cozies, with a fabric bottom and drawstring top, with a slot on either side for the handle and spout. Loani turns this functional, homely item into a fabulously creativ. These come in all shapes and sizes, from london buses to sleeping pigs, union flags to old world maps. Filled with tips and techniques as well as ideas for individualizing each creation with glamorous wools, feathers, buttons, or any other decoration, this guide is sure to inspire. Tea time is a little more enjoyable when you have a fabulous tea cozy handy to keep the pot warm while you sip. Bridesmaids revisited by dorothy cannell, in cold chamomile by joy avon, a spell for trouble by esme addison, sweet te. Whatever your interests, youll find a tea cosy to match. Each of the 24 sculptural projects inspired by everything from flowering gardens, geometric shapes and coral reefs to scrumptious food.
From loani prior, author of the hugely successful wild tea cosies, comes this entertaining, inspiring and easytofollow book featuring 20 even wilder knitted tea cosies. A tea cozy, therefore, is an essential piece of kit for the kitchen. The tea quilt tea cozy keeps tea amazingly hot and fresh. An essential accessory for your favorite teapot and the ultimate in homely comfort.
It includes 21 complete tea cosy patterns 2 crocheted, 2 made from recycled sweaters, and 17 knitted or knitted with some crocheted decorative parts. Really wild tea cosies by loani prior 9781741966312 booktopia. Wild, wacky and adventurous, tea cosies have undergone a radical makeover. Inspired by the 1990s, their name was derived from the tea cosy designed to keep a pot warm. Really wild tea cosies by loani prior, 9781741966312, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Weve produced three previous books of tea cozies, and youve loved them so much that were producing a. A tea cosy or tea warmer is a cover for a teapot, traditionally made of cloth. The queen of the tea cosies exhibits her knitted objets dart in galleries, blogs with the global community of knitters, gives wild knitting workshops and judges the odd tea cosy. Black, wild orchid children, and state of the artist and they are ready to head down to austin for sxsw. When he discovered how warm his hat kept the tea, the tea cozy was born. See more ideas about tea cozy, knitted tea cosies and tea. Gorgeous photographs illustrate the design details of the tea cozies, which are knitted and crocheted in easilyaccessibly eightply wool. Loani prior an easytofollow book featuring 20 wild knitted tea cosies.
Tea cosies may have padded inserts that can be removed and washed. This delightfully light tea brews to an ecru color and has the taste of baked goodies with an undertone of an earthy oolong. Crochet tea cozies are unique projects that many crafters havent tried yet and once you have tried one you may discover you absolutely love making them. Pretty funny tea cosies by loani prior 9781743360934. A bold way to start would be with one of the colorful and kooky tea cosies in really wild tea cosies. These 12 tea cozy crochet patterns are all free and they showcase great. Loani prior, author of wild tea cosies, really wild tea cosies, and how tea cosies changed the world lives on queenslands sunshine coast where her. Every dedicated tealover should have a tea cozy or a few to choose from an essential accessory for your favourite teapot and the ultimate in homely comfort, tea cozies are a feelgood and fun way to enjoy every warming cup. But if you are unsure of yourself in knitting and dont use small teapots, get another book. Including basic stitches, techniques and patterns, pretty funny tea cosies is a musthave for knitters and.
Are you a beginning knitter looking for your first major project. Theres something to suit every personality, every decor of home. How tea cozies changed the world masondixon knitting. Unfollow tea cosies to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. These beautifully designed snuggie style tea cozies will keep your tea warm. Creative and original patterns from the queen of tea cosies loani prior. For folks heading to texas this year you can catch them for free at the lovely hearts club showcase on 317 at uncorked wine bar or the sxseattle party on 318.
A reference to the band was quoted in venus zine in 2008 that their name stems from their desire to call themselves something that would most likely appeal to knitters and british grandmothers. How tea cosies changed the world is the followup to really wild tea cosies, which is the followup. It also provides instructions on how to make ten knitted and crocheted decorations, such as flowers, leaves and fruit, which can be used. Fishpond australia, really wild tea cosies by loani priorbuy. Really wild tea cosies book calgary public library. This makes the pot accessible without taking the cozy off. They are available in 5 sizes as well as custom measures. The wonderful thing about tea cozies is they can be made in a dazzling array of styles and colours. They are high quality hand made products, with an insulated lining to ensure your tea is warm.
Legend has it that the first tea cozies appeared in ireland in the 1600s, when a man leaned over a table, causing his hat to fall onto a teapot. Our tea cosies are carefully hand cut from quality materials, sourced mainly in the usa and canada, and sewn by our own meticulous craftspeople at our minnesota shop. If thats not enough tea cosies or cozies for you, then be sure to take a look at tea cozies 3, which was also published last year and as the title suggests, is the third in a series of books by various authors. 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. Bells and mexicans by loani prior really wild tea cosies knitted tea cosies, tea. Loani priors really wild tea cosies does not disappoint. A couple of other good tea cosy pattern books are this authors previous book, wild tea cosies, and a book from a british publisher, tea cozies cozy. Pretty funny tea cosies contains 25 knitted cosies and pretty things, with the focus on the pretty. Pdf 20 to knit easy knitted tea cosies download full. From loani prior, author of the hugely successful wild tea c.
Although im primarily a knitter, my favorite is the crocheted coral punk cosy that is inspired by the tubes of a coral reef. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read how tea cosies changed the world. Knitting, knitting books, sewing patterns, flower patterns, crochet home. Loani prior, tea cosy knitter extraordinaire, is back with more of her fabulously outrageous creations. Loani prior, author of wild tea cosies really wild tea cosies, and how tea cosies changed the world lives on queenslands sunshine coast where her woolly obsessions border on becoming a disorder. If you have an ipad or iphone you can download from your ibookstore. Tea cozies 3 by vanessa mooncie, alison howard, sian brown. Loani priors mindboggling tea cosy designs will motivate knitters everywhere to create their craziest fantasies and most psychedelic imaginings, all in the name of keeping tea warm. How tea cosies changed the world ebook written by loani prior. Some tea cosies are handknitted, resembling woollen hats, some even feature a bobble on top, which may. Our domeshaped cozies are generously sized to fit 3cup to 6cup teapots.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Priors previous books wild tea cosies and really wild tea cosies. Really wild tea cosies kindle edition by loani prior. This unique title in the cozy series shows off a range of quirky cozies to knit and crochet. Theres something to suit every personality and every home decor, from minimalist to wildly exuberant. The wonderful thing about tea cozies is they can be made in a dazzling array of designs and colors. Really wild tea cosies, loani prior shop online for. Read download pretty funny tea cosies pdf pdf download. Really wild tea cosies created by loani prior gifted by murdoch books au isbn. Loani turns this functional, homely item into a fabulously creative knitted sculpture full of vibrant colour and humour, something that will bring joy as well as warmth to your daily cup of tea. This version is an exact replica of the printed book in all its glorious design. Even parts of these designs would make fantastic tea cosies. The rich, exotic aroma is accompanied by the smooth, delicious taste of coconut macaroon with vanilla accents.
The queen of the tea cosies exhibits her knitted objets dart in galleries, blogs with the global community of knitters, gives wild knitting workshops and judges the odd tea cosy competition. While a plain, practical tea cosy will do the job, many people prefer to add a little character to their tea break with a novelty tea cosy. Really wild tea cosies kindle edition by prior, loani. How tea cosies changed the world is the followup to really wild tea cosies, which is the followup to merely wild tea cosies. These books are simply delightful to look at, and its always fun to see what new things the designers have come up with. Because the book has beautiful colored photos, is amusing to leaf through, and expresses so many creative ideas, i rate it at 5 stars. How tea cosies changed the world by loani prior books on. Thats why i have so many tea cosy pattern books in my knitting book collection, even though i dont. Paperback published in april 2012 by murdoch books.
Really cute tea cozy tea cozy, coffee cozy, knitting projects, knitting patterns. Really wild tea cosies by loani prior 9781741966312. Buy handmade tea cozies in traditional dome styles or our snuggies cozies from english tea store. From loani prior, author of the hugely successful wild tea cosies, comes this entertaining, inspiring and easytofollow book featuring 20 even. Loani prior lives on queenslands sunshine coast where her woolly obsessions border on becoming a disorder.