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French Girl Knits Accessories

Author : Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 335 pages

File Size : 39,81 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620331608

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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.



French Girl Knits

Author : Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 471 pages

File Size : 43,46 MB

Release : 2013-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620332140

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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.



Great Big Knits

Author : Dawn French

Publisher : Trafalgar Square Publishing

Page : 120 pages

File Size : 19,62 MB

Release : 1993

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN :

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Knitting Green

Author : Ann Budd

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 473 pages

File Size : 32,1 MB

Release : 2013-02-15

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1620331772

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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.



French Girl Knits

Author : Kristeen Griffin-Grimes

Publisher : Interweave

Page : 160 pages

File Size : 17,32 MB

Release : 2009-02-01

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781596680692

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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.



A Handknit Romance

Author : Jennie Atkinson

Publisher : Interweave

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 15,79 MB

Release : 2012-02-28

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781596687790

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Inspired by women's clothing, lingerie, and accessories from the 1900's to 1930's, A Handknit Romance offers designs that are intricate and exquisite. Step back in time with techniques including pin-tucks, picot trims, crochet edges, lace beading, and embroidery that convey modest and flirty classic fitted patterns using a range of lace, superfine, fine, and light yarn weights. Attention to detail is demonstrated throughout and the result is a collection of unique, precious garments that reflect today's vogue for vintage-inspired fashion. Rowan designer Jennie Atkinson offers beautiful projects that range from small accessories to full-size garments and suit beginner and seasoned knitters alike. Along with a fresh assortment of beautiful garments and accessories, you'll find advice on yarn substitutions as well as tips on how the patterns can be customized to fit all sizes. A Handknit Romance is the ideal design book for knitters who embrace creativity and the want to produce truly unique pieces



Natural Nursery Knits

Author : Erika Knight

Publisher : Macmillan

Page : 149 pages

File Size : 36,23 MB

Release : 2009-11-10

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 0312592973

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Knight combines the purest yarns with irresistible designs to create a collection of handknits for the newborn baby.



The Power of Knitting

Author : Loretta Napoleoni

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 225 pages

File Size : 12,67 MB

Release : 2020-10-13

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 0593087194

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Purl and stitch: Empowering, healing, and reconnecting us to each other and ourselves In a fractured world plagued by anxiety and loneliness, knitting is coming to the rescue of people from all walks of life. Economist and lifelong knitter Loretta Napoleoni unveils the hidden power of the purl and stitch mantra: an essential tool for the survival of our species, a means for women to influence history, a soothing activity to calm us, and a powerful metaphor of life. This book is a voyage through our history following the yarn of social, economic and political changes - from ancient Egypt and Peru to modern Mongolia, from the spinning bees of the American Revolution to the knitting spies of World War II, and from the hippies' rejection of consumerism to yarnbombing protests against climate change. For the author it is also a personal journey of discovery and salvation, drawing on the wisdom her grandmother passed along as they knit together. Revealing recent discoveries in neuroscience, The Power of Knitting offers proof of the healing powers of knitting on our bodies and minds. Breaking through societal barriers, even nursing broken hearts, and helping to advance cutting-edge science, knitting is still a valuable instrument for navigating our daily lives. As a bonus, the book includes patterns for ten simple yet iconic projects that reflect the creative, empowering spirit of knitting, with complete instructions.



Farmyard Knits

Author : Fiona Goble

Publisher : Andrews McMeel Publishing

Page : 82 pages

File Size : 22,31 MB

Release : 2013-04-23

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 1449421857

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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.



Hip Knit Hats

Author : Cathy Carron

Publisher : Lark Books

Page : 156 pages

File Size : 42,92 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Crafts & Hobbies

ISBN : 9781579906443

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Every knitter will adore these timeless, fashionable, and extremely wearable hats, all photographed on models in a chic urban setting. Most of the projects involve knitting in the round, so a thorough overview explains the technique, as well as basic hat forms, choosing a yarn, and accessible techniques such as felting. Try a shaped ribbon yarn hat with equally decorative and functional earflaps. A simple brimmed felted wool hat becomes a fashion statement with a brightly colored decorative edging. Whip up a chunky seed stitch cap in just a matter of hours. Even the simplest designs are stylish, using great color combinations and yarns with irresistible textures. And, because the patterns come with both medium and large sizes, you can knit to fit.