ABSTRACT

Mathematical craftwork has become extremely popular, and mathematicians and crafters alike are fascinated by the relationship between their crafts. The focus of this book, written for mathematicians, needleworkers, and teachers of mathematics, is on the relationship between mathematics and the fiber arts (including knitting, crocheting, cross-stitch, and quilting). Each chapter starts with an overview of the mathematics and the needlework at a level understandable to both mathematicians and needleworkers, followed by more technical sections discussing the mathematics, how to introduce the mathematics in the classroom through needlework, and how to make the needlework project, including patterns and instructions.

chapter 1|18 pages

Quilted Mobius Band

chapter 4|16 pages

Only Two Knit Stitches Can Create a Torus

chapter 5|20 pages

Symmetry Patterns in Cross-Stitch

chapter 6|14 pages

Socks with Algebraic Structure

chapter 7|14 pages

Forunatus's Purse

chapter 8|18 pages

Knot Cables, Braids

chapter 9|18 pages

The Graph Theory of Blackwork Embroidery

chapter 10|25 pages

Stop Those Pants!