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French Girl Knits Accessories

Author : Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 335 pages

File Size : 14,51 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620331608

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Book Description

From the author of French Girl Knits comes a collection of signature French-inspired and feminine knit accessories. Kristeen Griffin-Grimes brings to life her signature aesthetic through timeless techniques for a stunning encore knitted pattern book. Organized into vignettes that travel from morning to night, these captivating projects invite knitters to imagine their own daily lives enhanced by these lovely designs. French Girl Knits Accessories includes sixteen intermediate-level knitting projects covering a full range of accessories for women. Designed with French savoir-faire, the projects include shrugs, hats, gloves and mittens, wraps and stoles, and socks and slippers. Want to add more romance with lace and ribbon? Desire a perfect pleat or fold? Sidebars and techniques include simple how-tos for these details and more. Throughout this collection of small projects, you'll find an emphasis on clean modern lines and style woven with vintage and romantic fashion inspiration.



Metropolitan Knits

Author : Melissa Wehrle

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 267 pages

File Size : 38,61 MB

Release : 2013-08-25

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620333465

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Book Description

Big city. Big style. Discover knitting that's fashionable yet timeless. Knit for uptown or downtown with a trend-setting New York City designer. With these 20 polished, sophisticated projects, knitwear designer Melissa Wehrle has created a collection that perfectly reflects the rhythm, flavor, and drama of city life. From a chunky cabled sweater and hat to a beautiful tunic and gossamer cardigan, Melissa's designs are beautifully shaped, expertly finished, and ready to be shown off on the street. They feature a variety of construction and finishing techniques, including knit-in pockets, tabs, button details, slip-stitch edgings, and small slits and pleats. Projects are divided along three themes: Heart of the City - Designed for those who enjoy sleek midtown in mind. Urban Bohemia - The downtown bohemian goddess will love these looks. City Gardens - Made to inspire a sense of tranquility. These three looks balance out a complete picture of the modern woman. What more could a city knitter need?



French Girl Knits

Author : Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 471 pages

File Size : 25,4 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620332140

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Book Description

Superbly fitted and fashioned in luxurious yarns, these imaginative patterns follow four thematic vignettes inspired by French daily life, film, and history. Each section features dramatically different types of yarns, colors, and stitch patterns combined with timeless, figure flattering silhouettes that are suitable for knitters of all skill levels. Using innovative seamless construction methods, the need for sewing seams has been nearly eliminated by fashioning patterns in one piece from start to finish, easily allowing for adjustments for a custom fit. A handy design workshop features in-depth tutorials that teach seamless construction methods and provide valuable technical information for both beginning and seasoned knitters. Perfect for all body types, the designs are figure flattering with curve friendly waist shaping, empire waist detailing, and stitch details such as lacing, openwork, lace edgings, and bell sleeves that highlight the silhouette.



Perfectly Feminine Knits

Author : Lene Holme Samsoe

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 306 pages

File Size : 46,33 MB

Release : 2014-09-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 163250085X

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Book Description

Distinctively modern, perfectly feminine knitting designs. Knitters will delight in patterns that effortlessly combine a thoroughly modern sophistication with a certain delicate femininity. Author Lene Holme Samsøe explores striking shapes, refined details, and lovely textures in a collection that includes knitted sweaters, cardigans, a poncho, scarves, stockings, mittens, and possibly the prettiest hat one's ever seen. A number of knit patterns have optional variations that transform the garments in subtle ways. From relaxed weekend attire to an office-ready garment or a lightweight sweater that can double up as a piece in one's winter wardrobe, Lene has knitters covered for all occasions. With patterns both easy and more complex, there's something for every level of knitter. Look for knitting designs made up in an elegantly restrained palette using yarns that range from sheer to heavier-weight and see examples of how different some knit patterns can look depending on the shade of yarn used.



Knitwear Design Workshop

Author : Shirley Paden

Publisher : Interweave

Page : 346 pages

File Size : 34,27 MB

Release : 2010

Category : Book jackets

ISBN : 1596685123

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Book Description

From the initial spark of inspiration to the sewing of the last seam, this advanced manual to knitwear design provides knitters with the foundation to take their projects to the next level. The five exceptional projects demonstrate the level of uniqueness and beauty that can be achieved with these expert techniques and how to achieve the elusive "perfect fit" that defines a successful end product. Knitters will gain a clearer understanding of commercial pattern instructions, improve their attention to detail with a meaningful test swatch, and acquire a stronger knowledge of proper body and garment measurements.



Boutique Knits

Author : Laura Irwin

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 334 pages

File Size : 20,85 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620332027

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Book Description

Encouraging knitters to think beyond traditional patterns, this guide offers ways to construct and embellish work with smart and quirky personal touches that combine imaginative trims with hardware accents. Covering a wide variety of knitting techniques such as felting, intarsia, Fair Isle, lacework, and cables, the unique examples in this resource include buckles and bolts to close an intricately cabled belt, a chain handle to finish a felted bag, and grommets to complete a half-felted handbag. This collection of modern, stylish patterns will inspire beginning and intermediate knitters with its uncommon techniques and materials, dressing up quick and easy projects with head-turning flair.



New England Knits

Author : Cecily Macdonald

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 464 pages

File Size : 28,63 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620331721

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New England's seasons call for plenty of warm knitwear, and New England Knits provides an irresistible collection of beautiful designs. Inspired by autumn and winter in New England (where the savvy knitter is never far from a sweater between September and March), the book is divided into three themes: Walk in the Woods, Around the Town, and Along the coast. Within each section readers will find a variety of flattering, wearable sweaters and accessories (including hats, mittens, scarves, bags, and shawls). Projects by guest designers from Classic Elite, Berroco, and the Fiber Company provide round out the collection.



Knitting Green

Author : Ann Budd

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 473 pages

File Size : 31,55 MB

Release : 2013-02-15

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620331772

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Book Description

Detailing a wide range of perspectives and approaches to environmental issues, this unique crafting manual offers ideas for knitting conscientiously. Leading figures of the industry, from designers to yarn company executives, share their methods for integrating green principles into their work and lives--selecting organic products, facilitating an alternative to chemical detergent, recycling old projects, reducing disposable plastic bags, and creating pieces that provide warmth and save on energy. Inventive and timely, this practical guidebook explains answers to important questions such as What makes a yarn organic? and Are natural dyes safer than chemical dyes? Providing 20 clever designs for earth-friendly garments, accessories, gifts, and home furnishings, craft enthusiasts of all skill levels will enjoy projects that balance the altruism of saving the planet with the joyful benefits of their favorite hobby.



Sew Classic Clothes for Girls

Author : Lindsay Wilkes

Publisher : KP Craft

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 41,8 MB

Release : 2013-10-31

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781440235184

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Book Description

Special clothes for special girls! Delight in the details of these 20+ girlish garment patterns from Lindsay Wilkes, creator of The Cottage Mama patterns and blog. Featuring a classic, vintage-inspired aesthetic, you'll love stitching up an entire girl's wardrobe that's more than just dresses. Mix and match pieces to discover new looks, make complete outfits, and create a year's worth of customized, personal garments for your own little gal. Inside you'll find: Step-by-step instructions to make more than 20 garments and accessories. Materials requirements, cutting instructions, and patterns for sizes 12 months to 10 years. Patterns for coats, dresses, knickers, frocks, tops, and more. A "Getting Started" section to help you choose and pair fabrics, select tools, and brush up on garment-sewing techniques. A CD containing print-at-home patterns and cutting layout diagrams. System requirements for CD: Adobe Acrobat Reader to view PDF documents CD-ROM drive Free hard-disk space to save files



Farmyard Knits

Author : Fiona Goble

Publisher : Andrews McMeel Publishing

Page : 82 pages

File Size : 13,93 MB

Release : 2013-04-23

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1449421857

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Book Description

Storybook pages describing a typical day on the farm are interleaved with instructions for knitting farmers Frank and Anna and the animals in the farmyard.