Edie Eckman is a designer, author and teacher who loves both knitting and crochet. She travels extensively to teach at conventions, shops and guilds around the country. Her articles and designs have appeared in many yarn company publications, pattern books and magazines. Edie is the author of several books including Socks to Knit for Those You Love, Beyond the Square Crochet Motifs, I Can Knit and Connect the Shapes Crochet Motifs.