Author: Ann Budd Publisher: Interweave ISBN: 1596684836 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 312
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.
Author: Kate Atherley Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 1632504367 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 130
Book Description
Create custom knitting patterns to share and sell! Writing clear, easy-to-follow knitting patterns is easier than you think! In The Beginner's Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns, knitting expert Kate Atherley provides everything you need to know to share your projects with fellow knitters. This one-stop guide includes concrete guidelines with lots of examples on everything from pattern writing basics, to schematics and charts, to handling multiple sizes, establishing a personal style sheet, and more. The book addresses the details of how to create complete, clear and easy-to-use knitting patterns, for any type of design, and for any level of knitter. You'll also find details on: • Pattern structure and elements • Formatting and layout • How to go from test knitting to a final publication • Online platforms, processes, and good business practices • An introduction to important copyright laws A basic pattern template and resources are also provided. Whether you're looking to share a project with a close friend or your growing online customer base, The Beginner's Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns is the comprehensive guide that can help you translate your project into a set of instructions that any knitter can follow.
Author: Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine Publisher: Sixth & Spring Books ISBN: 9781640210639 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Anyone can knit--and who better to explain the essentials than Vogue Knitting? The magazine's definitive guide to yarn, needles, patterns, and, of course, knitting and purling, features beautiful step-by-step photographs that teach how to cast on, bind off, and master a collection of stitches. It includes links to video instruction, and more than 20 easy first projects from Vogue Knitting that range from staples like scarves and hats to impressive sweaters.
Author: Carri Hammett Publisher: Quarry Books ISBN: 0760379874 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 146
Book Description
Super Easy Knitting for Beginners is the only guide you will need to get started, teaching you knitting through fun and simple projects that will build your confidence as you go.
Author: Jessica Lindsey Publisher: PublishDrive ISBN: Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 26
Book Description
First-time knitters and those new to the craft often start with a pattern like the garter stitch scarf. This simple pattern is quite basic in that is requires only the knit stitch. The end result, however, has a more complicated looking ribbed design and is an attractive fashion accessory that makes an ideal gift for loved ones. Pick up this book and get more comfortable with knitting and move from beginner to experienced in no time.
Author: Pam Allen Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1119643201 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 423
Book Description
An illustrated guide showing how to create beautiful, timeless pieces, whether you're picking up needles for the first time or a seasoned pro looking for advanced patterns From scarves and sweaters to bags, pillows, and more, you'll find lots of projects for practicing and perfecting your knitting skills in Knitting For Dummies, which includes an instructional online video showing you the actual knitting techniques being done step-by-step. Experienced and novice crafters alike can benefit from the book’s step-by-step instructions that explain knitting in plain English. For anyone new to knitting, this hands-on friendly guide shows you how to Cast on, knit, purl, and bind off — the four basic skills needed to complete any knitting Decipher pattern instructions and charts Combine knit and purl stitches with increases and decreases for different effects Create different kinds of cables, lace, and more Read the language and graphics in knitting patterns and charts Increase and decrease stitches and use these techniques to shape a project and create design It also shows you what to do if you drop a stitch or inadvertently add one. If you know the basics of knitting and want to expand your skills to include stitch patterns with more complexity, you’ve come to the right place: Combine stitch increases and decreases to create lacework Get familiar with Fair Isle patterns and simple intarsia motifs, which involve working in more than one color in one row Practice with plenty of projects to perfect your advanced knitting techniques Learn to add interest with stripes Have fun with fulling and felting Make sweaters, from blocking and assembling your pieces to adding finishing touches like neckbands, edging, and buttonholes Knitting For Dummies includes ten quick projects to make for gifts and exercises to “unkink” your neck and shoulders should you lose yourself for hours at a time in your craft! Finally, the book ends with a couple appendixes showing you more cool effects and a list of knitting software and helpful online resources. If you’re itching to start stitching, grab this book to start crafting your knitted masterpiece today.
Author: Michelle Welsh Publisher: Novelty Publishing LLC ISBN: Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 153
Book Description
Discover how to craft amazing knit pieces with your hook and impress your family and friends with this comprehensive guide to mastering the art of knitting Have you ever come across an amazing piece of knitwork and wondered if you'd ever be able to craft something that awesome? Have you ever seriously considered picking up knitting as a hobby, but had no idea how to get started? Are you ready to discover a pain-free, easy way to master knitting skills quickly and shorten your learning curve? If your answer is yes to any of the questions above, then this guide is for you. Learning how to knit doesn't have to be complicated. In this definitive guide, Michelle Welsh skips the filler and shows you how easy it is to pick up knitting and become proficient quickly. From choosing yarns and needles to step-by-step instructions for mastering various knitting patterns, you'll discover everything you need to start creating your own amazing knits in no time! Here's a snippet of what you're going to discover in this comprehensive knitting book: ● Everything you need to know about the intriguing history of the time-tested art of knitting ● All the essential tools you're ever going to need to make your knitting journey fun and enjoyable ● Proven steps to help you master the most common knitting patterns with amazing results ● Three essential knitting techniques you need to know to improve the quality of your craft ● Fun knitting projects to stimulate your creativity with step-by-step instructions on how to complete them ● Common problems knitting enthusiasts run into and how to troubleshoot them ● A glossary of important knitting terminology and abbreviations you absolutely need to know about ● ...and much, much more! Whether you're brand new to the timeless art of knitting, or you're an advanced crafter looking to improve your knitting skills, this guide has all the information you need to help you through any project, whether they're simple shawls or extravagant laces.
Author: epipa Publisher: David and Charles ISBN: 1446380920 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 190
Book Description
The perfect resource for any knitter wanting to reduce their carbon footprint and create wonderful, sustainable projects for their friends and family. This collection of twenty projects from knitting blogger and environmentalist Epipa shows you how to knit more sustainably. With this practical guide you can learn how to make your knitting more environmentally friendly by choosing the most eco-friendly yarns such as bamboo, organic cotton, linen and flax, as well as tips on how to reduce your yarn footprint. Drawing on her childhood experience where she was encouraged by her grandmothers to reuse, repair, and recycle, Epipa shares all her ideas for living a more sustainable lifestyle while still enjoying the craft of knitting. As well as advice on yarn sourcing and the environmental impact of various different types of yarn, Epipa shares her knitting patterns for a more zero waste lifestyle. There are instructions for how to turn old t-shirts, bed linen and tablecloths into your own cotton yarn and how to restore unravelled yarn from unfinished projects to its former glory rather than laying abandoned in a cupboard. The projects include beautiful, useful and practical things for everyday life such as shopping baskets for the larder, the kitchen and the bathroom as well as rugs and runners and accessories for the bathroom. Choose from knitted tea towels, dish clothes, and shopping bags so you don’t need to buy “disposable” plastic versions. Many of the projects are suitable for beginner knitters, and all the basic knitting instructions are included, but there are also more complicated projects including a knitted top and backpack for those with more experience.
Author: Ella Austin Publisher: David & Charles ISBN: 1446377210 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 324
Book Description
The knitting pattern writer and founder of BomBella shares her love of bold colors with these colorwork techniques for sweaters, socks, blankets and more. In Beginner’s Guide to Colorwork Knitting, knit designer Ella Austin teaches all the techniques necessary to start knitting rich, vibrant and colorful patterns. Choose from brightly colored stripy socks and work your way up to a patterned beanie hat and even a stunning fair isle sweater. This easy to follow guide pairs projects with each new technique, building from Stripes to Slipped Stitches, Stranded Colorwork, Intarsia, Double Knitting, Modular Knitting, and Entrelac. Projects include blankets, scarves, shawls, bags, mitts, cushions, and more. Even if you can only knit and purl, this book will have you making gorgeous colorwork knits before you know it!
Author: Kristi Porter Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1394162073 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 335
Book Description
Put your knitting skills into action with these fun and easy-to-follow patterns Knitting is fun, functional, and stress-relieving—get started today with Knitting Patterns For Dummies! Written for all skill levels and perfect for beginners, it includes patterns for socks, scarves, sweaters, and beyond. Add to your knitting repertoire and experiment with different textures, fun colors, and pattern shapes. You’ll love the full-color project photos in the color insert and helpful, easy-to-understand instructions for every single project. Even if you’ve never followed a written pattern before, you can knit cool stuff with the practical, modern patterns inside. This friendly guide will help you pick the right needles and yarn, step you through reading and knitting the patterns, and then finishing off your masterpieces. Select the supplies that are right for your projects Learn how to read a knitting pattern Practice working common stitches and creating different textures Make gifts for friends, clothing for yourself, and cold weather wear Need more practice? Want fun new ideas? Just getting started? All knitters welcome!
Author: Ann Budd
Author: Kate Atherley
Author: Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine
Author: Carri Hammett
Author: Jessica Lindsey
Author: Pam Allen
Author: Michelle Welsh
Author: epipa
Author: Ella Austin
Author: Kristi Porter