Op-art Socks : Creative Effects In Sock Knitting -

is a knitting pattern book by master knitter Stephanie van der Linden , published in November 2013 by Interweave . Inspired by the Op-Art (optical art) movement and van der Linden's own collection of ceramics, the book focuses on translating graphic optical illusions into wearable footwear. Book Overview

: The designs utilize various knitting methods to achieve optical illusions, including:

: The book includes black and white swatches for all patterns, allowing knitters to see the intended optical effect clearly before starting. Op-art socks : creative effects in sock knitting

: Features designs inspired by mathematical concepts (like Fibonacci ) and famous artists (such as M.C. Escher or Ludwig Wilding ).

: 6 patterns use only knit and purl stitches (shadow knitting, shifting ribbing) for more subtle illusions. is a knitting pattern book by master knitter

: It was the 2014 winner of The PubWest Book Design Award for How-To/Craft Books.

Op-Art Socks: Creative Effects in Sock Knitting - Amazon.com : Features designs inspired by mathematical concepts (like

: Stephanie van der Linden, a renowned knitwear designer based in Friedberg, Germany.