Synopsis

From the editors of the popular Making Mathematics with Needlework, this book presents projects that highlight the relationship between types of needlework and mathematics. Chapters start with accessible overviews presenting the interplay between mathematical concepts and craft expressions. Following sections explain the mathematics in more detail, and provide suggestions for classroom activities. Each chapter ends with specific crafting instructions. Types of needlework included are knitting, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, quilting, temari balls, beading, tatting, and string art. Instructions are written as ordinary patterns, so the formatting and language will be familiar to crafters.

Biography

Sarah-marie belcastro is a research associate at Smith College, Northampton, MA, and a guest instructor at Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY. She has a PhD in mathematics from the University of Michigan. More information can be found on her website: toroidalsnark.net.

Carolyn Yackel is an assistant professor in the Mathematics Department at Mercer University, Macon, GA, where she has developed a general education course in mathematics through fiber arts and regularly teaches in the Interdisciplinary Studies Program. She has a PhD in mathematics from the University of Michigan.