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New Ideas for Today's Knitting

Author : Rita Weiss

Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Page : 132 pages

File Size : 30,20 MB

Release : 2008

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1402723075

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Book Description

Forget those granny-square ponchos, afghans, and doilies that grandma used to make: "these" projects are up-to-date and in style, designed to appeal to the millions of crocheters who want to create items with a fresh young sensibility. And, they'll be thoroughly hooked from the moment they set eyes on these sexy garments and fantastic jewelry that come right off the pages of the latest glamour magazines. There's nothing like it on the market: pages and pages of stunning photographs showcase such trendy pieces as a little black dress with "fur" trim, a corset top, a bikini, and a faux-leather backless shirt with matching skirt. Easy-to-follow instructions by two of the best-known authors in the field will entice beginners as well as more advanced crocheters.



Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters

Author : Ann Budd

Publisher : Interweave

Page : 312 pages

File Size : 45,68 MB

Release : 2012-08-21

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1596684836

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Book Description

Fiber and yarn enthusiasts nationwide will celebrate Ann Budd's latest addition to The Knitter's Handy Book series. Answering to a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this handy book offers instructions for knitting five basic sweater types: circular yoke, raglan, modified-drop shoulder, set-in sleeve, and saddle shoulder. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges and for a broad age group. Following the basics for each of the five sweater types are three diverse patterns from top designers that illustrate some of the many ways that instructions can be used as springboards for creative expression, including color, texture, and shaping variations. Also included for intermediate to advanced knitters are personal design touches, detailed charts, clear instruction, and quick tips to expand knitting possibilities and maintain creative originality. A key reference for knitters of all skill levels, this is the new essential knitting resource on your bookshelf.



Vintage Modern Knits

Author : Courtney Kelly

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 466 pages

File Size : 12,63 MB

Release : 2013-01-20

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620331748

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Book Description

Looking for classic and romantic knits with current style? Inspired by traditional knits, up-and-coming designers Courtney Kelley and Kate Gagnon Osborn put their own contemporary spin on knitting in Vintage Modern Knits, offering designs that you will simply want to wear! From classic designs with fashion-forward color combinations to funky cable sweaters for weekend living, each pattern takes its inspiration from classic silhouettes and adds a a modern spin for an irresistible combination. Vintage Modern Knits features several different traditional techniques--cables, Fair Isle, lace, colorwork, and more--all showcased in modern, luxurious projects that are fun to knit and lovely to wear. Divided into three sections (Vintage Feminine, Rustic Weekend, and Winter Harbor), Vintage Modern Knits features pieces with tailored lines, close fit, and easy-to-wear, stylish classics. Projects range from quick accessories to garments in a variety of knitting techniques. Packed with perfect weekend wear, Vintage Modern Knits puts a contemporary twist on classic knits you-ll love wearing!



Knit Stitch: 50 Knit + Purl Patterns

Author : Kristen McDonnell

Publisher : Blurb

Page : 86 pages

File Size : 34,30 MB

Release : 2019-09-17

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780464344001

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Book Description

This printed Knit Stitch Pattern Book gives you 50 unique hand-knit designs. Easily understand exactly how to create each texture stitch-by-stitch with chart diagrams and written instructions to knit both flat and in the round. Patterns in this book are organized by their row repeats, beginning with the simplest 2-row repeats and advancing up to more intricate 28-row repeats. Knit and Purl techniques only! This book was created by YouTuber Kristen McDonnell from Studio Knit, the popular knitting channel. Find video tutorials for each pattern on her website!



Sequence Knitting

Author : Cecelia Campochiaro

Publisher :

Page : 387 pages

File Size : 49,76 MB

Release : 2015

Category : Knitting

ISBN :

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Book Description

Every knitter, whether a beginner or an expert, wants easy projects for travel, gifts or those times when following a complex pattern is impractical. Sequence Knitting introduces a radical and simple approach for creating amazing fabrics by working a sequence of stitches over and over again. Beginning with 1-row patterns, the book delves into the possibilities of this technique, expanding into methods for creating complex designs that can be worked back and forth, in the round, or in shapes like triangles. The book includes stitch dictionaries with over 190 fabrics, many of which are new and reversible, as well as over 40 patterns for simple and elegant accessories. This groundbreaking book is sure to become a classic must-have for every knitter s reference library.



Making Marls

Author : Cecelia Campochiaro

Publisher :

Page : 310 pages

File Size : 31,76 MB

Release : 2020-03

Category : Color in knitting

ISBN : 9780986338113

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Book Description

Making Marls is at once a reference book of handknit marls, a guide to working with many colors, and a book of over thirty patterns that are recipes you can use to explore marls and color on your own. Above all, it is a book about handknitting with multiple strands of yarn held together to invent your own colorways, fabrics, and textures.



The Mitten Book

Author : Inger Gottfridsson

Publisher : Lark Books (NC)

Page : 108 pages

File Size : 24,16 MB

Release : 1987

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN :

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Book Description

From the storm-tossed island of Gotland off the coast of Sweden come these patterns for beautiful, traditional mittens. A life-size photo illustrates each mitten, and complete instructions tell how to knit mittens in all sizes.



100 Knitting Projects

Author : Jean Leinhauser

Publisher : Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.

Page : 268 pages

File Size : 50,2 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781402723100

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Book Description

Knitters will find this stunning collection pure pattern heaven. Created by two of the best and most respected authors in needlework, it includes exquisite garments for everyone in the family--men, women, and children. And both beginners and more experienced knitters will love the diverse selection, easy-to-follow instructions, and beautiful color photos. The projects feature all the most desired designs: in addition to the ever-popular and always stylish sweater, hat, and jacket, there are ponchos, afghans, doilies, lace edgings, and plenty of adorable baby things. As the newest addition to Jean Leinhauser and Rita Weiss’s popular "100 Series”--which includes 100 Crochet Projects and 100 Hats to Knit & Crochet--this is a must-have on every knitter’s bookshelf. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.



Knit Your Socks on Straight

Author : Alice Curtis

Publisher : Storey Publishing

Page : 145 pages

File Size : 37,58 MB

Release : 2013-01-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1612120083

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Book Description

A yarn shop owner offers patterns to beginners and advanced crafters alike for knitting socks using a variety of yarns to fashion cozy, creative and beautiful footwear using a unique straight-needle method.



200 Knitting Tips, Techniques & Trade Secrets

Author : Betty Barnden

Publisher : Macmillan

Page : 168 pages

File Size : 43,70 MB

Release : 2008-03-04

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9780312373733

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Book Description

Explains all the techniques you'll need, in the order you'll need them, from casting on and joining in yarns to adding buttonholes, pockets, and embellishments.