I loved the cover of this book, i think that would have got me to pick the book up, I could see the technique working well on shawls and blankets, I did try out a two-toned shawl/scarf and after some careful study, i was able to work out how to work the pattern and it looked pretty. However, you can buy yarn that is already dyed to create the same effects. As for the patterns, they were somewhat outdated, but you could use the same technique on your favourite pattern. I would knit Ombre eyelet shawl, which is the one that i tried on a smaller scale.
There is a great introduction and an interesting explanation about how to use a colour wheel and which tones would work best together. At the end of the book, the stitches are explained, with drawings.

I received a copy of this book from Netgalley.com and the publisher Interweave/F.W.

A beautifully photographed and illustrated book with clear, concise instructions. Perfect for the intermediate and advanced knitter, might be a bit daunting for the inexperienced.

I may never knit an item in a solid color again!!