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Knitting Books
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| 100 Flowers To Knit & Crochet - $34.00
Leslie Stanfield. 100 Flowers to Knit & Crochet showcases a lush bouquet of blossoms perfect for embellishing your favorite clothing or accessories. As a finishing touch for all your handmade garments or a great pick-me-up for a vintage find, these lovely blooms are the perfect way to use up scraps of yarn or try out interesting new yarns. Breeze through this gorgeous collection featuring a colorful palette of simple spiraling roses, saucer-sized poppies, delicate lilacs, an assortment of vegetables, and more. All are shown full-size and in scale and are complete with stitched leaves and embroidered stems. Each flower has full instructions, yarn requirements, and a suggested skill level. An additional section serves as a refresher course with basic techniques and provides inspiration for embellishing your finished flowers with beads, buttons, and sequins. You can also learn how to use the flowers in a range of fun projects, from customizing clothing and accessories, to decorating gift-wrapped packages. 128pp. Pb.
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1000 Sweaters: Mix and Match Patterns - $40.00
Amanda Griffith. Mix and Match Patterns for the Perfect, Personalized Sweater Amanda Griffiths Whether thirty-one body shapes in 3 sizes with 15 sleeve variations, 28 neck shapes, two belts and five pockets add up to precisely 1000 sweaters, I'm not sure. Most knitters — beginners through experts — will be too busy combining the features of their ideal pattern to care. To facilitate the selection, pages are split in two horizontally, permitting the upper part to show a color photo of the torso with instructions, while the lower part shows the selected sleeve, neck, pocket and belt variations with their instructions. Color photos on each half-page. 128pp. SB.
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| 101 Designer: One-Skein Wonders - $32.00
Judith Durrant. Once again, the excitement of small-scale possibility will attract knitters of all skill levels. Like its predecessor, 101 Designer One-Skein Wonders offers patterns for small projects that can be completed with a single skein of yarn. These designer projects range from the adorable to the elegant. The book includes plenty of patterns for those never-can-have-enough items: hats, scarves, bags, and shawls. It also highlights the unexpected: a useful knitted notebook cover, a fun-to-wear mitered square belt with beads, and an elegant ring bearer pillow. There's something for everyone here — from the novice knitter to the experienced yarn artisan. 256pp. Pb.
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200 Ripple Stitch Patterns - $38.00
Jan Eaton. Create beautiful fabrics with varigated zigzags of colour and pretty ridged effects. Perfect for afghans, throws, baby blankets and even wall hangings. The main part of the book is a stitch directory containing 200 patterns to knit and crochet, each featuring a detailed photograph, clear instructions, and suggested colour variations. 128pp. Pb.
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| 200 Stitch Patterns for Baby Blankets - $41.00
Jan Eaton. Baby any baby! It's easy with the hundreds of ideas in this huge collection. Beloved traditional stitches are here, along with lots of new designs to mix and match. Beginners and more advanced knitters and crocheters will be delighted with the color photos and clear directions for bobbles, cables, and many other stitches. It's a baby bonanza! 128pp. Pb.
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2-At-A-Time Socks - $29.00
Melissa Morgan-Oakes. Sock Knitters everywhere know the frustration of Second Sock Syndrome. It goes something like this: A cute new sock pattern and soft, foot-warming yarn lead to many happy knitting hours, resulting in...ONE sock. The first sock is done (and it's adorable!) but pattern distraction sets in. Who wants to knit the same project all over again? There are so many new projects waiting to be discovered. Here is how to cast on and knit two socks at one time on one long circular needle! Here are step-by-step photographs, clearly showing knitters how to turn out two socks at the same time. Goodbye to lonely, abandoned single socks. This easy-to-learn technique enables sock stitchers to adapt any pattern to her two-at-a-time method. The book includes 15 patterns, simple to complex choices, a variety of yarn weights, and designs for women, men, and children. 144pp. Sb.
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| A Gathering of Lace - $39.00
Meg Swanson. This is first and foremost a book of knitting projects for which the common thread is lace. This book was "gathered" with care and insight. The details are here - the small edgings clearly graphed that you could work up with or without the gorgeous shawl they finish, the artfully decorated calf of Nancy Bush's sock pattern that adds one more dimension of elegance to that pedestrian bit of knitting. Flawlessly diagramed instructions, clearly photographed, minutely described. There truly is something for everyone's taste, but more than that, there is much to be learned, much to be shared. 174pp, Pb.
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A History of Hand Knitting CD (audio) - $36.00
Richard Rutt. The author traces the invention of knitting to 7th Century Egyptians who may have developed it from an earlier technique called nalbinding. More properly, this is a history of hand knitting in England, although there are two small chapters covering knitting in America and Eastern knitting. The information provided is fascinating; the text is often amusing and very readable. Among its intriguing tidbits: in the 14th Century, paintings of the Madonna often showed her knitting little shirts for the infant Jesus. CD.
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| A Knitter's Dozen: Angels - $21.00
Geraldine Strong. These angels are adorable! Each design shows an angel doing some kind of stitching: knitting, crochet, quilting, embroidery, etc. There are also hints for personalizing angels for perhaps a golfer, or whatever else you may desire. Although perfect for Christmas ornaments, these angels would make cute gifts anytime. The instructions are quite thorough and are both written and charted for easy following. I think it best to have some knitting experience, although not necessarily with cotton lace. These are small projects and so would make a great beginning for anyone wanting to try lace knitting. I think they are positively heavenly! 52pp. Pb.
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A Knitter's Dozen: Bags - $23.00
Elaine Rowley. A Knitters dozen? Handbags, totes, packs, pouches, purses and pocketbooks - count them, there's more! 21 patterns. Hundreds of possibilities. The BEST of Knitter's Magazine. 54pp. Pb.
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| A Knitters Dozen: Hats - $21.00
Knitters Magazine. Traditional to whimsical stocking caps and hats with twists and turns, textures, and lots of color work, are among the best ideas for hats from Knitter's Magazine featured in this project book. Providing knitters with an opportunity to learn while they create, these 18 hat projects range in complexity to appeal to beginning through advanced skill levels. Knitters are invited to either start out with more ordinary yarns and stitches or to experiment with rich yarns and sophisticated stitches. A variety of embellishments and visually appealing instructions will inspire knitters to create their own custom designs. Pb.
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A Knitter's Dozen: Ponchos and Wraps - $23.00
Knitters Magazine. The best ideas for making ponchos and wraps from Knitter's Magazine are featured in this project book for knitters of all skill levels. Ranging from casual ponchos that are thrown over the head and worn with jeans to elegant wraps and stoles for evenings out, and from classic to contemporary designs, these 18 projects provide an opportunity to either start out with more ordinary yarns and stitches or to graduate to experimentation with luxury yarns and unconventional stitches. Detailed, fully illustrated instructions highlight the more complicated techniques, and ideas for creative finishing options are also provided for those who seek to customize and personalize their projects. Pb.
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| A Knitter's Dozen: Scarves - $23.00
Knitters Magazine. The best ideas for scarves from Knitters Magazine are featured in this project book for knitters of all skill levels. Ranging from primarily functional pieces worn for their warmth to highly stylized accessories, and from simple, one- or two-stitch creations to elaborately designed, multicolored variations, these 24 projects will appeal to either those starting out with more ordinary yarns and stitches to those who yearn to experiment with luxurious yarns and complex, exotic stitches. The projects' detailed, visually appealing illustrations guide knitters through each step of the more complicated techniques. Ideas for customizing and personalizing the projects are provided for those seeking to create a more individual look. Pb.
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A Knitters Template - $23.00
Laura Militzer Bryant & Barry Klein. Why follow a pattern to the letter? Customize six basic designs: a sleeveless shell, short- or long-sleeve pullover, cardigan, jacket, or coat. Create your own fashion flair with your choice of styling details, such as body length, amount of taper, neckline shaping, and armhole type. Discover more freedom in your knitting with these versatile patterns or follow the clear step-by-step instructions to knit up each style as shown. 144pp. Pb.
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| A Stitch In Time: Vintage Knitting - $89.00
Jane Waller and Susan Crawford. This re-publication of the 1972 classic is a collection of original knitting and crochet patterns from 1921 through to 1949, with an overview of the style of each decade and its social context. Now photographed in full colour, showing both the original archive pattern and the new version, with multi-sized patterns and knitted in contemporary yarns, these beautiful vintage designs are once again available, and accessible to us all. This book is inspirational not just to the knitter but also to the designer, collector, fashion student, dress historian, stylist and anyone in love with yesteryear. 356pp. Pb.
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A Treasury of Knitting Patterns - $45.00
Barbara Walker. Over 500 patterns are illustrated here with excellent photographs. Patterns have been gathered from many sources, some modern and some hundreds of years old. They cover eleven categories from knit-purl combinations to lace patterns. Each pattern comes with complete directions for knitting it. Most are accompanied by a descriptive text giving details about the origin and use of the pattern. Highly recommended. 301pp. Pb.
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| A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns - $60.00
Barbara Walker. Those who know the first "Treasury" will be happy to know about this one containing over 700 additional patterns. Included are the following categories: knit-purl combinations, slip stitch patterns and color, mosaics, fancy color and texture, twist stitches, cables, yarn-over patterns, tweeds, eyelets, lace, insertions, borders, edgings, and more and more. It's a great reference book, profusely illustrated and with directions for doing each pattern. 398pp. Pb.
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A Third Treasury of Knitting Patterns: Charted Knitting Designs - $45.00
Barbara Walker.A fabulous collection of knitting patterns in which the author gives examples of some new techniques she has developed. There are 350 designs with a photo and directions for each. Using charted designs seems to have given her an added freedom in design potential that is virtually limitless in its variations. Examples of textures, cables, lace and delightful little animal figures abound. There is a chapter on mosaic patterns. Profusely illustrated. 269pp. Pb.
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| A Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns - $45.00
Barbara G Walker. If you are wondering about Treasuries 1-3, then this publication will introduce you to one of the most valuable series of knit stitch pattern collections ever. All the author's knitting books have been transferred to Elizabeth Zimmerman's Schoolhouse Press, who has reorganized one of her later pamphlets with some unpublished work into this new Treasury. Treasury is the best word for this collection of samples and charts for original lace, cable, mosaic, and knit-purl texture knit patterns. Start or complete your collection of Barbara Walkers. Pb. Unicorn.
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A Second Treasury of Magical Knitting - $35.00
Cat Bordhi. The 33 projects in the second Treasury also all start as simple Moebius scarves, then follow the paths introduced in the first Treasury to become felted baskets, sling bags, bowls, and feline bliss beds. In addition to the felted projects, there are also unfelted versions of baskets and bags, as well as bags sized for children. Pb.
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| All New Homespun Handknit - $34.00
Amy Clarke Moore. A follow-up to the original Homespun Handknit (a perennial bestseller for two decades) this collection revitalizes the craft of handspun yarn for a whole new generation of spinners and knitters. Packed with modern and traditional spinning know-how and 25 sophisticated, easy-to-learn projects, the guide helps crafters create unique gifts and wearable fashion while refining their skills and enhancing their understanding of this popular art form. With designs from some of the most influential knitters and spinners working today — including Kathryn Alexander, Jeanine Bakridges, and Abby Franquemont — this inspiring resource features hats, mittens, scarves, socks, bags, children’s items, wraps, and home décor options to challenge fiber artists of all skill levels. Imparting essential and informative advice — on measuring yarns, reviewing woolen versus worsted, drive/tension differences, special techniques, and basic yarn dynamics — and complemented by basic knitting and spinning glossaries, this refreshing contemporary companion to a much-loved classic is an indispensable addition to every craft lover’s bookshelf. 144pp. Pb.
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Amigurumi Knits: Patterns For 20 Cute Mini Knits - $29.00
Hansi Singh. Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small stuffed animals and anthropomorphic creatures. Typically they are kooky little animals but they can also be inanimate objects, like vegetables, that are given faces and limbs. This book has 20 designs, including animals and inanimate objects. A knitting basics section will provide instructions for all the techniques needed to make the projects. 112pp. Pb.
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| Armenian Knitting - $53.00
Meg Swansen & Joyce Williams. For many years, it was assumed that Elsa Schiaparelli's famous Bowknot sweater had been knitted by Intarsia. Not so. Armenian Knitting was used; the motif color is carried throughout the plain part of the garment (trapped across the back) until it is needed. A large and exciting window of design possibilities is opened with this technique. You will find Joyce's Knit/Purl pullover, Olive Branch, and Lily Jacket. Plus, from Meg, two versions of a Monarch pullover and three vests: Butterfly, Cossack and Flower. There are three hats for practice. You will also find some innovative garment shaping; all techniques described fully including three choices of how to trap. 80pp. Hb.
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At Knit's End: Meditations for Women Who Knit Too Much - $16.00
Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. Knitting finally takes its rightful place on the spectrum of personal obsessions, alongside golfing, fishing, and gardening. The tangled life of the knitter is the subject of inspired nuttiness in these 300 tongue-in-cheek meditations from the self-proclaimed yarn harlot, Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. As any knitter can attest to, this is an activity fraught with guilt, frustration, over-optimism, sly deception, and compulsion, along with passionate moments of creative enlightenment. To soothe the unraveled knitter's soul, Pearl- McPhee has selected some of her favorite quotes to cast off from, and then, like the standup comic of the knitting world, she rants, raves, and reflects on common experiences that are sure to leave avid knitters in stitches. 320pp. Pb.
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| Australian Yarn Art: Knitting Stories & Designs - $15.00
June Alexander - Editor. Wool for all reasons. Wool for all seasons. Knitting. Stories. Design. For all skill levels and knits for all the family. Full instructions & photos for a wide variety of patterns. Australia's amazingly talented top designers and supporters of the wool industry have submitted designs for knitted garments and other items, and share their stories of why they do what they do. 192pp. Pb.
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Best of Interweave Knits - $37.00.
Ann Budd (Editor). Celebrating 10 years of innovative and appealing garment designs from Interweave Knits, this pattern collection is comprised of 30 scarves, stoles, cardigans, pullovers, vests, jackets, tops, and totes that have stood the test of time. Representing the creative work of 26 notable designers, it includes gorgeous photography, a dozen favorite "Beyond the Basics" columns that provide in-depth information on essential techniques, and step-by-step instructions through every aspect of knitting and finishing. Even relatively inexperienced knitters will find this archive of classic design to be an indispensable reference tool for years to come. Pb.
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| The Best of Knitters: Arans & Celtics - $29.00
After more than 18 years of quality publishing and numerous sold-out issues, Knitter’s Magazine has compiled the best Aran and Celtic projects to meet the demands of their readers. The sweaters, jackets, and vests included in this book are designed by a group of the best-known designers in the knitting field. Knitters are introduced to cable techniques with clearly illustrated patterns for knitting updated versions of traditional Aran and Celtic. Women's, men's, children's, and unisex sizing and styles are included. These fabulous pieces are made in a variety of fibers including soft wools, cotton blends, shiny ribbons, and luxury threads. 108pp. Pb.
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The Best of Knitters: Guy Knits - $27.00
Rick Mondragon & Elaine Rowley. Some of the best loved sweaters and vests "guy" patterns from the Knitters magazine. 90pp. Pb.
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| The Best of Knitters: Jackets - $29.00
Rick Mondragon & Elaine Rowley. These "suit-able" jackets will move easily from the office to evenings to casual Saturdays. 25 projects cover a wide range of classic styles -suits, coats and light-weight cover-ups. The stitches (slip stitches, linen stitches, moss stitch, cables) create wonderful jacket fabric. These classic jackets can be dressed up or dressed down -- you'll look good anywhere. 102pp, Pb.
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Best of Knitters: Shawls and Scarves - $29.00
Ed by Nancy J Thomas. "Knitter's", has brought together the best patterns from their magazine over the years -- and it's amazing just how many shawl and scarf patterns they've had! The patterns are widely varied, from the historical perfection of Faroe Island shawls and the wisdom of Elizabeth Zimmerman to the modern stylishness of a simple openweave rectangle. The patterns are well explained, charts are clear, and tricks and hints abound. Full color photography. 105pp, Pb.
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| Big Book of Knitting Stitch Patterns - $23.00
Sterling Publication. Choose from more than 550 knitting patterns that are perfect for a wealth of projects. If you are searching for a beautiful knitting pattern, look no further than this enormous collection. It's filled with hundreds of patterns that you can use to design your own projects, from afghans and pillows to scarves and sweaters. Using the reading charts and color illustrations, you'll be able to create the Fancy Diamond, Extended Cable, Wandering Lace, Three-Color Honeycomb, and Little Flower stitches, among others, to complete a wide variety of your own projects. 288pp. Pb.
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Big Girl Knits - $39.00
Jillian Moreno & Amy Singer. Big Girl Knits offers 30 patterns designed for women size 14 and up, as well as a sassy style guide to educate knitters on how to create knitwear that fits well and looks beautiful. Part knitting instruction and part style guide, this book is full of useful advice to help the big girl figure out which styles suit her, which styles don't, and how to use clothing to make the most of the three B's: the Boobs, the Belly, and the Butt. The second half features wonderful patterns for garments accessories that are proportioned to fit as well as helpful garments hints and tips for shaping knitwear to create a flattering silhouette. 160pp. Pb.
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| Bright & Cheery Knit Dishcloths - $12.00
Susan Robicheau. 12 colourful designs. 14pp. Pb.
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Button Up Your Top Down - $36.00
Deb Gemmell. We started with the basics: meticulously written, sized and tested top-down, no-sew cardigan patterns for adults in two yarn weights. Then we unleashed the creativity of five talented designers on our six basic patterns, with fabulous results. Focusing on Cabin Fever’s preferred no-sew approach and minimal finishing, this collection has projects for every skill level, from beginner to expert, for all your cardigan needs! 112pp. Pb.
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| Chicks With Sticks Guide to Knitting - $34.00
Nancy Queen & Mary Ellen O'Connell. Easy to follow, full color illustrations accompany each lesson, while each pattern offer detailed schematic diagrams, assembly and finishing instructions, and lush photographs of the finished pieces. Learning to knit has never been easier or more rewarding – just trust the Chicks with Sticks! 160pp. Pb.
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Coffee Cozies - $23.00
What does the well-dressed coffee pot wear? All knitters are sure to have their favorite among the 30 colorful, fun designs in this great new addition to the popular Cozy series. The cozies — all created and contributed by the readers of Knitting magazine — use a wide range of techniques, including intarsia and 3D embellishments, and even include several crochet designs and a delightful felted cozy. And because cozies are small and quick to knit, this is not just an instruction book for creating one-of-a-kind conversation pieces and charming gifts — it’s a great place for beginners or experienced knitters to polish their skills and learn new techniques. 156pp. Pb.
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| Cover Up With Nicky Epstein - $38.00
Nicky Epstein. Nicky Epstein presents a treasury of fabulous knitted afghans. These masterpieces of imagination and technical skill, taken from her personal collection, range from the elegant to the truly fantastic. Those who favor simplicity will love the gorgeously monochromatic White Sampler, done in beautiful relief stitches, as well as a blue Wedgewood Afghan. For knitters who like to walk on the wilder side, and work with vibrant colors, there’s the irresistibly intricate intarsia of a Musical Afghan, or the detailed panels of the Twelve Days of Christmas. 200pp. Hb.
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Creating Original Handknitted Lace - $30.00
Margaret Stove. Intended for all levels of skill, and designed for the creation of original hand-knitted lace. The book discusses history, structure, tools, yarns and patterns, and includes specific carefully described exercises, moving on to planning needed in projects, with examples, ending with references and four original patterns. 184pp, Hb.
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| Designer's Choice 18: The Third Viking Knits Collection - $25.00
Elsebeth Lavold. In her seemingly never-ending flow of new ideas for designs, inspired by the ornamentation of the Viking Age, Elsebeth Lavold has produced yet another beautiful Viking Knits Collection for her yarn line. The stunning front cover design Solveig is the first ever Viking Knits dress she has made. In the book, you will find many more examples of how the ‘Queen of Cable Patterns’ incorporates her Scandinavian heritage from a millennium back into modern knitwear in a wide variety of styles, yarns, and levels of difficulty. 50pp. Pb.
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Domino Knitting - $28.00
Vivian Hoxbro. Domino is the name given to a technique that builds small knitted modular squares and triangles on short, wooden (8") needles, that are then woven in as you go. Domino knitting is less stressful than other kinds of knitting on the arms and shoulders, which may perhaps be a blessing to those with muscular weakness who may have had to give up traditional knitting. Easy projects let you create attractive headbands and several interesting potholders as you learn, and then you progress to a lovely shawl, throws pillows or table runner and a smart denim-yarn backpack. Pb.
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Easy Knitted Socks - $31.00
Jeanette Trotman. Knitting socks has never been so easy! Soft and snuggly hand-knit socks are one of life’s little luxuries, and this user-friendly book features twenty simple and stunning designs, many of which can be made up in a weekend. The book starts with an introduction to the tools and techniques that clearly demonstrates all you need to know to start knitting socks including, how to hold the yarn; holding needles- two needles, three needles, circular needles; how to shape and do short rows; and how to bind off. The patterns include, top-seam sock, beaded Argyle sock, basic four needle 4-ply sock, stripe and lace sock and even ribbed leg warmers. From the novice to the expert who have embraced knitting socks – Easy Knitted Socks is bound to have a many-legged appeal. Pb.
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| Elizabeth Zimmerman's Knitters Almanac - $16.00
Elizabeth Zimmerman. Charming, delightful informal and opinionated, very instructive. 35 illustrations. The year begins with an Aran sweater and proceeds to February baby things, a March Shetland, an April blanket, May mittens, and so on through the months, completing the Zodiac with a December last-minute wishbone sweater. The author continuously comments on the project, its history, other ancient and modern customs and personal beliefs. Elizabeth Zimmerman's patterns are classic. 160pp, Pb.
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The Enchanted Sole: Legendary Socks For Adventurous Knitters - $33.00
Janel Laidman. Once Upon a Time.... Sock knitters yearned for legendary patterns fit for queens, and pixies, and alchemists, yet still wearable for the modern adventurer. Then along came a designer who understood this yearning, and The Enchanted Sole was born. With 20 legendary sock patterns, The Enchanted Sole is sure to please every adventurer on your list. 144pp. Pb.
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| Everyday Style - $19.00
Carol Resmussen Noble. From weekday office to weekend casual, this collection of handknit sweater designs combines simple knitting with timeless style. A special section on achieving a great fit will have knitters reaching for these comfy classics first. *Fourteen sweater designs spotlight simple knit-and-purl patterns, plus a few easy adventures in color work *Instructions are provided for a variety of sweater sizes, from small to 2X *Information on "wearing ease" will help you choose the right size to knit for a perfect fit About the Author Home: Reno, Nevada Carol Rasmussen Noble is a knitwear designer who has written knitting books with subjects ranging from Fair Isle mittens to Orenburg shawls. She has sold her custom clothing designs and patterns since 1980. 96pp. Pb.
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Fair Isle Knitting - $21.00
Sarah Don. Boasting geometric patterns and rich, natural colors, the knits of Fair Isle have roots in the fashions of Viking invaders, Norwegian immigrants, and Spanish sailors. Don starts with samples and charts for 28 traditional designs and then moves on to clear and simple instructions for 13 authentic garments, from jumpers and pullovers to scarfs and mittens. 128pp. Pb.
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| Favorite Socks - $38.00
Ann Budd & Anne Merrow. Portable, quick to knit, and universally wearable, new knitters have recently been discovering socks in droves, while Interweave Knits magazine has been providing original, beautiful patterns for a decade. Featuring 25 beautiful and timeless sock patterns for every occasion in a range of techniques, traditions, and designs, many of these patterns have become unavailable as original issues of Interweave Knits went out of print, but are available once again in this inspired collection. Highlights include a tutorial for knitting socks on two circular needles, instructions for making resoleable socks, and six completely new designs for those avid knitters who may have every issue of Interweave Knits magazine. 128pp. Sb.
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Finishing Stitches For Handknitters - $36.00
Jane Crowfoot. Illustrated step-by-step descriptions show every finishing technique that all hand-knitters need to know. More than 50 techniques including different methods of casting on, adding a zipper, embellishing a garment with beading, and many others. Close up colour photos capture every stage from the knitter's point of view, making methods easy to follow. The small gallery of projects uses these methods and show off some of these techniques that are unusual and not found in very many other books, like appliqué cords and little motifs, traditional edgings, and just a tidy hem or selvedge to add a nice touch to your garments, accessories, and household items. 127pp. Pb.
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| First Book of Modern Lace Knitting - $19.00
Marianne Kinzel. Thorough, fully illustrated instructions for a beautiful array of lace patterns. Easily-learned, low-cost fundamental methods for over 25 distinctive projects, including Rose Leaf, English Crystal, Mosaic, Coronet, Valentine, Celandine, more. Includes diagrams, charts and photographs of completed articles. 92pp. Pb.
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Fitted Knits - $31.00
Stefanie Japel. Fitted Knits features 25 projects, beginning with simple T-shirts and shrugs and moving on to more advanced sweaters, cardigans and skirts. The book also includes a comprehensive section covering the skills necessary to create a well-fitted garment, removing the guesswork from customizing patterns. Each project includes customization tips and tricks, describing to the knitter how to tell when and where increases and decreases should be placed to create the most attractive shaping. 144pp. Pb.
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The Fleur Wrap - $6.00
Sharon Miller. Fleur is a versatile feminine wrap that looks impressive whichever way you decide to wear it. The design inspiration is from historical sources such as the Victorian fichu pictured in the pamphlet. This pamphlet is 4 pages including both a chart and a fully written form, and is for the moderately experienced lace knitter.
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| Folk Hats - $37.00
Vicki Square. From Panama to China, from Nigeria to Russia, this heady collection features a German hunter's fedora, an American cowboy hat, a raffia pillbox from the Congo, a Peruvian hut hat, a Bolivian derby just to name a few! 144pp. Pb.
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Folk Knitting in Estonia - $35.00
Nancy Bush. The Estonian legacy of knitting is a grand one, but, if you're not all that keen about the historical side, there are so many wonderful sock patterns and mitten patterns here that you'll want this book anyway. The book is full of new tricks and stitches learned from the Estonian knitters she interviewed and befriended. Full colour photography. 120pp, Pb.
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| Folk Socks - $34.00
Nancy Bush. 18 traditional and historical patterns, each quite different. Instructions are illustrated with complete stitch and pattern charts. The survey of sock parts, including many styles of heels and toes, enlarges and challenges the knitter's skill beyond the boring structures of the past industrial sock age. Detailed colour photos, diagrams and black & white photos do justice to archive sources. 120pp, Pb.
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Folk Style - $37.00
Mags Kandis. The unique cultural patterns contained in this lively collection will inspire knitters looking for such bright, new projects as Mexican floor pillows, Shibori neck wraps, Asian cropped vests, and Peruvian tunics. Featuring fashionable items for women, children, babies, and the home, this guide shares techniques on colors, motifs, details, and styles. The vibrant photos and step-by-step directions give beginning and advanced knitters alike the keys to creating colorful, ethnically diverse crafts. Pb.
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| Folk Vests - $29.00
Cheryl Oberle. Cheryl Oberle's diverse and creative fiber talents are once more showcased in another wonderful folk-theme book of knitting patterns from Interweave Press. This book combines a virtual travel and history tour of vests from around the world with a dash of creative innovation and flair. Each project takes the historical template and brings to it a thoughtful stroke of design inspiration and carefully considered pattern drafting. The results are universally wearable. It's in the details: the cable rib is worked in a subtle variegation achieved by stranded two-color knitting, the Chinese Red Vest has a "mandarin" collar in seed stitch reminiscent of brocade, the Bookworm Vest is snugly tailored right up to the tabbed collar, the African Vest is fabulously patterned and universally appealing, perfect to personalize either the black office suit or jeans and clogs. These are traditional patterns presented with style and a perfectionist's sense of finishing. I do love this book. You won't be disappointed. Pb.
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Freeform: Serendipitous Design Techniques for Knitting & Crochet (Scumbling) - $34.00
Prudence Mapstone. New revised edition, with more guidence on getting it all together, and more illustrations. In the new millennium knit designers have left the old tradition of knitting a row of stitches from one side of the garment to the other for little pieces of oddments of yarn worked up a small patch at a time into a garment or home accessory. This book will guide the knitter through this new, millennial method. Lots of inspiration. 88pp, Pb.
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| Freeform Knitting and Crochet - $43.00
Jenny Dowde. This book is packed with basic colour and design theory, creating knit and crochet fragments, 18 wonderful projects with instructions, plus special effects for your creations, polymer clay closures to create, a stitch collection, and finally a gallery of wearable art, jewelry and more. 160pp. Pb.
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Freeform Style - $38.00
Prudence Mapstone & Janelle Raffino. Learn to combine freeform knitting and crochet into gorgeous wearable art with patterns and instruction for every level of freeform artist. Find inspiration in master freeform artist, Prudence Mapstone, through her gallery of stunning freeform creations. Organized for easy access, each pattern is labeled either beginner, intermediate or advanced and, depending on the level, additional freeform stitches are incorporated into the patterns to create a garment full of style. 144pp. Hb.
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| Freeformations - $43.00
Jenny Dowde. Her second book will take some of the mystery out of the freeform concept and give you lots of ideas for creating your own unique designs. 25 wonderful projects will put you well on your way to creating your own masterpieces and enjoying your creative journey. 192pp. Pb.
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Getting Started Knitting Socks - $28.00
Ann Budd. From cast-on stitches to binding off, this handbook details the simple steps needed to turn seemingly complicated sock knitting projects into easy and enjoyable activities. Helpful photographs and instructional drawings ensure that even inexperienced knitters will be able to produce high-quality socks and handle more complicated techniques, such as the Kitchener stitch at the toe. Using instructions for five different sizes—from child through adult large—at five different gauges, knitters can produce styles ranging from delicate dress socks to thick and furry slipper socks. More adventurous knitters can add variety and flair by following one of 16 unique designs or trying one of the dozens of rib, cable, and lace patterns provided. With plenty of tips and a handy stitch dictionary, this guide unleashes the creativity and fun of sock knitting. Hb.
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| Gossamer Webs Design Collection - $20.00
Galina Khmeleva. Here are patterns for four Orenburg projects: a small sampler "learning piece" that contains all the techniques used in full size shawls, plus a triangular shawl, a rectangular scarf and a medallion square shawl. Also included is a stitch and border dictionary. For the experienced knitter who is comfortable working from charts. 56pp, Pb.
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The Great American Afghan - $16.00
Knitter's Magazine. This is a compilation of a series that ran in five issues of "Knitter's" magazine. Twenty-five designers each contributed one 12" knitted square. With this book, you can duplicate the afghan, learn new and unusual techniques, and/or design your own. The squares range in difficulty from easy to challenging. The complete afghan and each individual square are shown in color. What could be better than having fun and leaning at the same time? Pb.
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| The Great American Aran Afghan - $18.00
Knitter's - Elaine Rowley. These linen colored squares in the Aran patterning technique can be made to match the afghan exactly as presented, but the author, (instruction editor at "Knitter's Magazine") reminds us to be creative with these winning designs. Fewer squares make a baby blanket, more a bed spread, and one at a time make delicate pillows. The various cable patterns, designed by winners in the magazine's contest, are amazingly creative. 61pp, Pb.
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The Great North American Afghan - $16.00
Knitter's Magazine. Straight from the pages of Knitter's Magazine: the second in a marvelous series, done in a brand new colorway. The Great North American Afghan features 24 new squares done by 24 great designers in a flower garden of color, motifs, and patterning. The Great North American Afghan conveniently encompasses the entire project including instructions for applying the beautiful, lacy leaf edge. It includes full-colour photos, easy-to-follow techniques, and helpful how-to's. 52pp, Pb.
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| Greetings From Knit Cafe - $31.00
Suzan Mischer. When former CBS vice president Suzan Mischer decided to open a knitting store on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, she wanted to create a place where people could gather, slow down, and talk (as well as buy supplies). The result was Knit Cafe, a sleek yet homey neighborhood yarn store in one of the most famous neighborhoods in the world. Colorful and chic, this book offers 30 of Knit Cafe’s most dazzling patterns for "California-style" projects ranging from hiking socks to a bikini to a "red carpet" gown. It also features stories about how the celebrated store came to be and how its eclectic clientele came to shape it. Even a few favorite recipes from regular customers are included. 144pp. Pb.
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Heirloom Knitting - $79.00
Sharon Miller. We've read of the old Shetland tradition of the young bride needing to have knitted a shawl that will draw through her wedding band. The yarn in the shawl and the intricacy of the lace openwork are the elements for this to happen. This complete compendium of Shetland knitting is probably the best book ever on the subject. Included are all aspects of creating gossamer woolen textiles: the yarn choice, assembling the traditional patterns into unique designs, and some projects to inspire newcomers to this branch of knitting, including a true heirloom christening robe. The heft of this book is more than it's thickness, but the abundance of patterns and inspirations. Wow! 296pp. Pb.
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| Hip Knit Hats - $42.00
Cathy Carron. These chic hats look nothing like the ones your grandmother knitted! Caps, buckets, and boxes, berets and tams, and felted hats - you'll find 40 patterns, and nearly a hundred variations that will complement anything in your closet. 144pp. Hb.
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Homespun Handknit - $34.00
Ed Linda Ligon. You'll find mittens, socks, and gloves that really fit. Instructions include guides for using handspun yarn and suggested commercial substitutes. 160pp, Pb.
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| How to Knit With Circular & Double Pointed Needles - $30.00
Betty Barnden. Simple techniques and Step-by-step projects. Knitting in the round can be the fastest and easiest way to knit, and the ideal way to make shaped garments such as sweaters, socks, hats and bags. Core techniques are explained with clear photographs, from simple ways with circular and double-pointed needles to working basic stitches. Ten quick and easy projecs introduce skills such as using stitch holders, creating textured stitches and shaping with darts. A stitch pattern library demonstrates all of the stitches, from basic rib to stripes and diamond patterns, with clear row-by-row instructions. 128pp. Pb.
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Iris Schreier's Reversible Knits - $40.00
Iris Schreier. 24 exquisite projects, and dozens of in-demand techniques that result in garments that look great on both sides. Using knit/purl, two-color, double knitting, cable, lace, and modular knitting methods, Iris creates beautiful shrugs, shawls, scarves, throws, hats, socks, and more. Some of the items actually have different looks on the front and back while others simply show the same clean, finished fabric throughout. Iris walks novices through all the essentials, then shares modern adaptations of classic stitches, illuminated by photos of hand-knitted swatches. There’s a super-handy yarn substitution chart and an appendix with extra variations for advanced knitters. 156pp. Hb.
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| "It Itches" A Stash of Knitting Cartoons - $20.00
Franklin Habit. The undeniable urge to purchase yarn. The desire to out-stash your fellow knitters. The expression of love through yarn & needles. Artist and writer Franklin Habit has the affectionate eye, the knowledgeable ear, and the slightly twisted mind of one who knows the innermost yearnings of a yarn junkie's soul....because he's one too. His wit, keen observations, and slightly outrageous humor will have you laughing out loud on subjects from the delightful mania of the fiber festival to the siren song of the handknitted sock. 112pp. Hb.
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Jean Frost Jackets - $29.00
Jean Frost. When a knitter looks at the knit patterns of the early 1900s, they see a time when people knitted sturdy, fitted garments that highlighted an outfit for day or evening wear. This collection of jackets harkens back to those days. These are tailored garments that make an ensemble. The details are everything. Firm stitch patterns, trims, real lapels, and all that makes a sweater become a jacket are presented clearly with good side bars for additional details. Make a modern classic garment. 118pp. Pb.
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| Jo Sharp #3 Holiday - $15.00
Jo Sharp. A collection of summer garments for women featuring both challenging and quick to knit garments, in cables, fairisle, intarsia, lacey and plain fabrics. 52pp. Pb.
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Jo Sharp #4 Home - $15.00
Jo Sharp. A collection of special handknitted items to welcome you home, including pillows, throws, hot water bottle cover, and socks. Pb.
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Jo Sharp #5 Gathering - $15.00
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| Jo Sharp #7 Family - $15.00
Jo Sharp. A classic summer collection of cotton handknitting designs for the family. Pb.
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Jo Sharp #8 Eclectic - $15.00
Jo Sharp. An eclectic collection of handknitting designs for women, in rich oriental hues. Includes easy knits for beginners. 48pp. Pb.
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| Jo Sharp #9 Saturday - $15.00
Jo Sharp. Summer handknitting patterns for women. 48pp. Pb.
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Jo Sharp Knit #2 - $20.00
Jo Sharp. 50 handknitting patterns for women and home. A light bright collection including summery knits, and small and easy projects. 88pp. Pb.
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| Jo Sharp Knit #4 - $17.00
Jo Sharp. 13 handknitting designs for women, including elegant eveningwear and accessories. A contempory collection of wearable knits in luxurious yarns. 32pp. Pb.
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Jo Sharp Knit #5 - $17.00
Jo Sharp. 16 summer garments and accessories, in lightweight yarns, small and easy projects, including a versatile ribbed top suitable for beginner knitters, and a classic v-neck vest for cooler evenings, a lacy shrug in featherlight yarn, or a cute cardigan in alpaca silk. For those who love to crochet: an elegant skirt and retro scarf. 32pp. Pb.
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| Jo Sharp Knit #6 - $17.00
Jo Sharp. 16 handknitting designs for women and men, urban knits, rich shades, and retro garments. Includes small and easy projects for beginner knitters. 40pp. Pb.
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Jo Sharp Knit #7 - $18.00
Jo Sharp. 11 handknitting designs for women of trans-seasonal knits. 36pp. Pb.
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| Just For the Frill of It - $12.00
Sonya Nimri. 25 Flirty, Fabulous Styles to Make with Clothes You Already Own. Dig deep in that closet. Yes, you'd never be caught wearing that in this lifetime. But let super-chic author Sonya Nimri show you how to turn that dud into a dream-come-true. Cut off the neck of a pilly turtleneck sweater to make an adorable purse... trim a plain dress with lace for instant glamour... transform an outdated scarf into a club-worthy shirt... it's like finding a whole new wardrobe! Easy step-by-steps show just how to use simple sewing, gluing, and embellishing to turn boring into boho-beautiful. Stunning photography. 112pp. Pb.
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Kids Kids Kids - $29.00
Ann Regis (Editor). When our venerable "Knitter's" magazine held a contest with its subscribers for their best children's knits, this beautiful collection became the outcome. Included are the 40 winners with knits ranging from lacy infantwear to elaborate picture sweaters to some really cute toys. A reclining pony the size of a 5 year old tops out the adventure of this terrific collection of children's things. Full technical instruction and lavish directions and illustration will enthrall all levels of knitters. Pb.
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| Kids Knit! - $16.00
Sarah Bradberry. Knitting isn't just for adults anymore! Everyone is trying it, including kids like you. All you need is yarn, knitting needles, scissors, and this terrific book to find out how creative you really are. While learning the stitches, you'll make awesome projects like a teddy bear puppet, sunglasses case, and fashion doll dress. Everything you knit will be one-of-a-kind. 96pp. Pb.
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Kids Knits and Crochet - $6.00
Classic designs of jumpers & cardigans. Super soft toys & hats. 80pp. Pb.
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| Kilt Hose & Knickerbockers - $27.00
Veronica Gainford. The Dowager Lady Gainford has gathered over 50 designs for traditional Scottish stocking top turn-overs, including textures, cables, colour-patterns, lace and diced hose. And Schoolhouse Press has reprinted this gem of a book. 76pp. Pb.
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Knit & Crochet Ponchos, Wraps Capes & Shrugs - $24.00
Edie Eckman. Whether you're looking for a slinky scarf to wrap around your neck, a cool capelet to accent your sundress, a stylish shrug to warm up your eveningwear, or a classic Aran poncho to wrap yourself in on a chilly fall day, this collection has the perfect fit. These 16 projects from top designers include both knit and crochet patterns, using the latest novelty yarns, as well as classic wools and cottons. The easy-to-follow instructions, presented in at-a-glance charts, make the creative process more fun than ever! 144pp. Hb. Unicorn.
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| Knit 2 Together: Patterns and Stories for Serious Knitting Fun - $61.00
Mel Clark & Tracey Ullman. Tracey Ullman has been known for almost 20 years as an award-winning comedian, actress, writer, and producer, well-loved for her eccentric and iconoclastic humor. She is also an avid knitter, and she brings the same freewheeling spirit to her most recent production, a book she created with knitwear designer and yarn-shop owner Mel Clark. Although she has been knitting since the age of four, Ullman was, she says “helpless to make anything other than long, holey scarves” until she met Clark, who taught her how to follow a pattern and knit for real. 168pp. Pb.
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Knit Kimono: 18 Designs with Simple Shapes - $40.00
Vicki Square. From casual to formal, the kimono shape has endured for centuries as an internationally recognized icon of Japanese life and culture. With 18 original designs, each a knitted interpretation of a traditional kimono style, this handbook makes knitting homemade kimonos deceptively easy. Projects are based on rectangular forms that require very little shaping, and are ideal first-garment projects for knitters wanting to venture beyond scarves. Clever details in stitch patterns and edgings, such as the use of silk, linen, and bamboo yarns, add sophistication and elegance to even the simplest designs. The flattering drape and luxurious style of the kimono will appeal to veteran and beginning knitters alike. Pb.
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| Knit One Bead Too - $31.00
Judith Durrant. The author introduces crafters to stitching techniques that perk up knitted items with beautiful beads. Five distinct knitting methods are used to fully incorporate beads into knitted items rather than simply adding beads as fringe or appliqué. The results are intricate works of art that every knitter will be proud to wear. 160pp. SB.
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Knit One Below - $29.00
Elise Duvekot. Knit One Below introduces a new and exciting way for knitters to combine colors, weights, fibers, and types of yarn into wonderfully flexible fabrics. The technique alternates one simple action, knitting into the stitch one row below the stitch on the needle, with either the basic knit or purl stitch. When worked in alternate rows of two colors or two yarns, columns of color appear on one side of the fabric and a mysterious integrated mix on the other. A strong group of projects for the entire family spotlights the technique. The shapes are simple, the finishing is minimal, and the fabrics will be worn and enjoyed. Although many are easy enough for new knitters, some projects go beyond the basic stitch, adding cables, felting for bags, working color in intarsia fashion, and swirling the columns into socks and hats. In addition to her clean, European sense of design, Elise brings solid knitting skills to finding just the right way to seam a shoulder or add a closure. These innovative details hold the interest even of experienced knitters. 164pp. Pb.
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| Knit One Embellish Too - $32.00
Cosette Cornelius-Bates. Customizing your hand knits is easier than you think! Includes easy-to-follow patterns for more than 35 warm and comfy scarves, hats, and mittens and shows you how to make them your own with decorative yarn stitching and other simple embellishments. Create quick easy projects from minimal amount of yarn. Learn to choose the best yarn or even recycle old sweaters into unique yarns for knitting. Fun ways to personalize your work include artful stitching and adding buttons, appliqués and other unique embellishments. Helpful guides show you how to try your hand at choosing and combining colors and finding the perfect fit for the bigger challenge. Learn all the basics of knitting and embellishing in a comprehensive techniques section right up front, complete with clear illustration and instruction. Pb.
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Knit to be Square - $38.00
Vivian Hoxbro. Featuring small projects that are perfect for the beginning knitter, this book covers how to make modular squares that can be connected to create a variety of eye-catching designs. Including wearable designs and accessories — from hats, and scarves to bags, pillows, and quilts — these projects involve relatively few stitches, can be completed in a short amount of time, and are perfect for using up small amounts of leftover yarn. 144pp. Pb.
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| Knits From a Painter's Palette: Modular Masterpieces in Handpainted Yarn - $36.00
Maie Landra. For more than a decade, Koigu Wool Designs has been a revered source for top-quality handpainted merino yarn and exquisite patterns. Its wools feature a unique and rich palette that’s as gorgeous as a painter’s. Now, the many needleworkers who are positively obsessive about Koigu can make 25 of the company’s best designs and learn more about how owners Maie and Taiu Landru achieve their amazing technicolor results. Over 100 photographs, many shot on location at the Koigu farm, showcase the special wool-dyeing process and fashionable garments, while a special essay discusses the family’s background, Maie’s influences, and Koigu’s day-to-day workings. 128pp. Hb.
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Knits From the North Sea: Lace in the Shetland Tradition - $38.00
Carol Rasmussen Noble & Margaret Leask Peterson. The wait is finally over for new lace designs from popular author Carol Rasmussen Noble! Now she’s joined by renowned Shetland Island lace expert Margaret Leask Peterson, and together they make lace knitting pure joy. This collection is worked exclusively in lace-weight and fine yarns in a palette that includes gorgeous jewel tones as well as neutrals. Knitters will find a variety or projects, including shawls, stoles, scarves, and triangles. Along with the patterns for 16 projects, the authors share a wealth of lace-making knowledge and techniques gained over decades of plying their needles. 80pp. Pb.
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| Knits to Fit and Flatter - $36.00
Jane Ellison. A "must have" collection of 16 stylish knitwear designs for cardigans, sweaters, tank tops, shrugs, camisoles, wraps and more. The patterns have a truly modern finish and are designed to embrace any figure, with details instructions on how readers can achieve a variety of fits. Classic shapes and contemporary styling combines with detailed project designs are sure to appeal to knitters of all skill levels. 128pp. Pb.
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Knitted Coathanger Covers - $9.00
This small publication is a reprint of a vintage Australian booklet.
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Knitted Finger Puppets - $39.00
Meg Leach. These darling little fellows are destined to become cherished favorites. Each cute finger puppet is modeled on popular kids' characters and everyday figures that are easy to make! Includes instruction for three collections: Christmas at the North Pole, Under the Big Top and The Enchanted Forest. All you need to create these adorable finger puppets is a basic knowledge of knitting! 65pp. Pb.
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| Knitted Lace Of Estonia - $38.00
Nancy Bush. Deepen your knowledge of knitting in Estonia with the indepth look at the west coast town of Haapsalu, its knitting traditions, and how to make them your own. Inside you will find 14 heirloom quality projects for scarves and shawls, plus a stitch dictionary that gives more then 20 additional lace patterns. 160pp. Pb.
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Knitted Tams - $24.00
Mary Rowe. The basic tam, some of her own designs, and instruction how to create your own patterns. You can make tams at many gauges, with various yarns, and for all sizes of people. 104pp, Pb.
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| Knitters At Home - $29.00
Elaine Rowley & Rick Mondragon. Pillows, bolsters, afghans, and throws are the core of this collection of home accessories from the archives of Knitter’s Magazine. New companion pieces round the 25-plus projects into collections that season a room or the entire house. One-size-fits-all rarely works—even in interior knits—so many pieces can be knit in a range of sizes. Choices for color and fiber are even more varied: yarns, ranging from easy-care to luxury blends to organic, fit all budgets and priorities. A special section helps in planning alternate color schemes. Clear illustrations encourage the knitter to try a new technique or an easy finishing option: no-sew pillows, throws that look good on both sides, and fool-proof washing and storing of knits. 128pp. Pb.
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The Knitter's Handbook - $28.00
Knitters Magazine. Collected together in one convenient place, are all the techniques from the Knitter’s Magazine’s “Knitting School”. Step-by-step instructions on the essential skills of knitting. From multiple casting on methods, to fancy stitch maneuvers, and a glossary of American knitting terms and their meanings. Such a useful item when confronted with American patterns! A great size to carry in your knitting bag, and spiral bound, to lie flat while your hands are occupied with your knitting. 106pp. Sb.
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| The Knitters Handy Book of Sweater Patterns - $45.00
Ann Budd. Multiple Sizes and Gauges. Each of the six sweater styles (Drop-shoulder, modified drop-shoulder, set-in sleeve, saddle-shoulder, raglan and seamless yoke sweaters) is given in fifteen sizes suitable for child or adult and in five gauges. Detailed instructions for eighteen sweaters (called “copy cats”) are examples of how the basic patterns can be changed and to explain how and why the author deviated from the charted instructions. Appropriate for all levels of experience. The colored charts are easy to follow; and color photos throughout. 224pp. Sb.
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Knitting Around - $44.00
Elizabeth Zimmerman. For those of you who know of Elizabeth Zimmerman and her no nonsense, yet simple and practical approach to knitting, you'll really enjoy this book. Part knitting instruction book, (it is the companion book to the Wool Gathering Video Series) and part autobiography, it provides you with directions for making a moccasin sock and other stockings, a Fair Isle yoke sweater, knitted dickeys and a very warm hat, the Pie Are Square Shawl, a Norwegian pullover, an Aran coat, and more. Hb. Unicorn.
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| Knitting Beautiful Boas and Scarves - $20.00
Ruth Lee. In this collection, the author brings you knitting patterns for 20 fantastic, original scarves. Her designs embrace colour and texture, concentrating on the thinner styles of scarves and boas. She keeps the patterns simple so that not only do they let the yarns speak for themselves, they are also ideal for beginners and lapsed hand knitters. 160pp. Pb.
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Knitting Beyond Scarves: Easy Lessons That Let You Knit What You Never Thought You Could - $19.00
Melissa Leapman. Everybody learns to knit in the same way: garter stitch. Just plain knitting. That means scarves - and plenty of ‘em. Scarves for every day of the week. Scarves for herself, her friends, her sisters and her cousins and her aunts. Scarves until even her mailman says, “No more!” When that day comes - and it will come - best-selling author Melissa Leapman will be standing by with this book. It develops basic skills with a progressive series of lessons, each supported by cool projects that go way, way beyond scarves. Hats, bags, wraps, pullovers, skirts, jackets, a tie-front cardigan, even a camisole - all of Leapman’s designs are kicky fun to make and to wear. Packed with clear illustrations and glowing photographs, here is a hand-holding, confidence-building, inspiring knitting course that will delight beginning knitters (and their sisters and their cousins and their aunts and their mailmen). 128pp. Pb.
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| The Knitting Experience 1: Knit Stitch - $29.00
Sally Melville. This is the first of a series. all the patterns in this collection of garments are based on garter stitch or knit-purl stitches. Well this could be boring or daunting, but the skill of the author and the beauty of the book production by the people at Knitter's Magazine, bodes well for more books in this series. The construction and shape are the key to the pleasure to be had from these garments. They are after all very straight forward patterns for all the family. Pb.
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The Knitting Experience 2: Purl Stitch - $29.00
Sally Melville. This series is a master class in knitting. This second book continues the development of knitting skills to meet any knitting challenge based on understanding basic building blocks of stitch and technique. The immediately usable part of this progress are the really nice, comfortable, unusual garment patterns and the graphical explanation of their construction. Knit-purl are the basic stitches, hours of fulfilling knitting the path, true understanding of the knitting experience the reward. Use it again and again in your knitting future. 184pp, Pb.
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| The Knitting Experience 3: Color - $30.00
Sally Melville. 40+ projects that explore knitting with color. Knitters move from being intimidated by the choices to being excited by the possibilities as the skill-building chapters put color into practice. Clear, step-by-step photographs lead knitters through a progression of new methods punctuated by fabulous and fun projects to knit. The 36 designs range from simple to classic to unexpected and are presented multiple times showcasing different techniques, mixing and matching to yield more than 80 total projects. With advice, tips, and techniques, this tutorial inspires learners to take their craft to the next level. Sizes go up to 2X. 244pp. Pb.
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Knitting From the Top - $29.00
Barbara G Walker. Twenty years of waiting are over; this classic is back in print! Knitting to clothe the body, not strain the brain! The author was light-years ahead of us; thanks to Schoolhouse Press for reprinting this classic. You'll learn what to do and why you're doing it, starting with your pattern stitches and swatch. Twelve basic designs with numerous variations teach you to shape, measure, and finish. As you are knitting from the top, you can lengthen or shorten, but, best of all, you're learning construction for fit. Pb. Unicorn.
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| Knitting Lingerie Style - $45.00
Joan McGowan-Michael. Once kept demurely concealed, lingerie now pervades every fashion category, inspiring designs for day looks, loungewear, evening clothes, and accessories. Slips have become dresses unto themselves. Bra straps are meant to peek out from under tank tops. Camisoles are worn on their own or as layers over or under other clothes. Now designer Joan McGowan-Michael interprets this fashion trend for the knitter and, along the way, shares fascinating stories about lingerie history. Did you know that it was airplane magnate Howard Hughes who masterminded the under wire bra? McGowan-Michaels 30-plus designs, range from the truly functional knitted bras, slips, corsets, camisoles, and stockings to the purely fun. The brassiere inspires a curvature-enhancing twin set. The baby doll negligee is the basis for a lacy little gown and a matching thong set that’s both luxurious and (slightly) notorious. The only book of its kind on the market, Knitting Lingerie Style includes projects that are bold and sexy, daring us all to bare a little skin, as well as more understated and demure, with sizes ranging from petite to plus. 160pp. Hb.
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Knitting More Circles Around Socks - $34.00
Antje Gillingham. From the best-selling author of Knitting Circles Around Socks, here’s an exciting new collection of sock patterns! Now learn to knit two socks at a time on two circular needles, with 13 all-new sock patterns in a range of skill levels. Includes both toe-up and cuff-down knitting techniques. Contains helpful photos and clear, thorough instructions 96pp. Pb.
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| Knitting New Scarves - $34.00
Lynne Barr. Scarves are often the first garments beginning knitters try. Then, when they feel ready for a greater creative thrill, they move on to other types of garments. In Knitting New Scarves, Lynne Barr beckons all levels of knitters back to their humble beginnings and then wows them with 27 spectacularly modern designs, each created using an innovative new technique or a unique take on a traditional one. Pb.
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Knitting on the Edge - $45.00
Nicky Epstein. Details, details, details. That's what this book is all about. Traditional edgings and embellishments in garment weight yarn is the topic of this collection. Previous edging collections were generally for pillow cases or lace collars. Organized by ribs, ruffles, fringes, and other structures these details are laid out on full sized pages with nice color photos and easy to read instructions to inspire your embellishing. Photos of the authors projects will further inspire your own work. 160pp. Hb.
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| Knitting Over the Edge - $45.00
Nicky Epstein. With hundreds of new and super edgings to try, this is a must-have in every knitting library. Practically every knitted project needs an edging, and with her hit knitting reference, Knitting on the Edge, Nicky Epstein took the humble traditional rib to new heights Knitting Over the Edge takes the craft further, with more than 300 unusual edge combinations and shapings that will add a special, unique touch to any piece. The striking patterns will keep knitters of every level busy experimenting with different types of ties, loops, knots, braids, twists, bobbles and more. The topics explored in depth include cords, appliqueacute;s (such as flowers, leaves, hearts, and geometrics), color work, and a host of truly extraordinary corners, angles, bindings, and closures. 190pp. Hb.
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Knitting Beyond the Edge - $45.00
Nicky Epstein. She’s already knitted On and Over the edge—and now Nicky Epstein is going even beyond that! In this third entry in her bestselling series, Epstein shares more than 150 one-of-a-kind adornments for cuffs, collars, angles, corners, and necklines—embellishments for any type of garment edging. With her signature inventiveness, Nicky provides an abundance of ideas and takes stitchers one step further: Whereas the first two books used swatches to illustrate the edgings, these beautiful and elaborate finishings are incorporated right into the actual garment’s design, so it’s easy to see just how they’ll look. They range in difficulty level; some are simple but elegant, others complex and truly extraordinary. There’s a bell-sleeve jacket with a Celtic knot closure; a stylish cable-hooded wrap that’s textured with unusual patterns and bobbles; and a Fair Isle coat in eight different colors of yarn and with an unusual hem treatment and twisted cord embellishment. All are accompanied by detailed instructions and crisp color photography. 192pp. Hb.
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| Knitting Socks With Handpainted Yarn - $34.00
Carol Sulcoski. Get tips for avoiding splotching and pooling, strategies for choosing patters that complement hand painted yarns, and guidelines for understanding hoe the colors in a sock work together, plus 21 patterns from top sock designers including Ann Budd, Charlene Schurch, and Priscilla Gibson- Roberts. Choose from simple unisex boot socks, lacy feminine anklets, and spectacular colorful socks with multiple yarns. 120pp. Pb.
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Knitting Sweaters From the Top Down - $36.00
Cathy Carron. Fabulous seamless patterns to suit your style. Once you've made your first top-down sweater, you'll never want to go back to traditional piecemeal knitting. Follow the design tips, try the 24 chic patterns, or create your own designs using the sweater templates as a starting point. Before you know it, you'll be knitting from the top down, pattern free. 128pp. Hb.
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| Knitting Through It: Inspiring Stories in Times of Trouble - $24.00
Lela Nargi. Most knitters know: getting through a difficult time often means knitting through it. This comes through clearly in the writings gathered for this book. Some are by contemporary writers, such as Donna Druchunas and Sherri Wood. Others tell stories of knitting through adversity as widespread as war or the Great Depression, as tenacious as the hardships endured by the Native American community over centuries. Men and women, young and old, rural and urban, white and black - their knitting narratives are poignant, ften lyrical, rich with personal and cultural history and vivid imagery. The stories conjure hardscrabble lives and immigrant experience, the work of anxious hands kept busy creating warmth and beauty or earning desperately needed money. The book features black-and-white photographs from the Library of Congress archives, as well as a sampling of patterns to help knitters through their own difficult times. 224pp. Hb.
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Knitting Vintage Socks - $33.00
Nancy Bush. Everything old is new again, and this collection of vintage sock patterns mines Weldon's Practical Needlework, a compilation of “newsletters” published more than 100 years ago, for some of the best. Twenty-three classic patterns are updated here for modern knitters with the inclusion of gauges, contemporary yarns, and modern methods and sizes. Filled with fascinating household and historic tidbits from the era, along with little-known tips like an unconventional way to shape a heel, this historical and gracefully written book evokes a more genteel time while presenting a bevy of colorful socks not seen for nearly a hundred years. Intended for knitters of all levels, this walk down memory lane revives some very classic patterns that may have been gone but are not forgotten. 128pp. Hb.
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| Knitting Without Tears - $26.00
Elizabeth Zimmerman. The author has such a delightful writing style that it is fun to read her books even if you don't knit. If you do, though, you have an extra bonus because the contents of her books are invariably excellent. This one is no exception. She starts off with a chapter called "The Opinionated Knitter" where she discusses her common-sense philosophy of knitting. This is followed by her chapter called "Gauge: Required Reading." From there on she is into the sweaters themselves. Illustrated. 120pp. Pb.
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Knitting Workshop - $29.00
Elizabeth Zimmerman. This book is based on a workshop - and starts you at the very beginning - making a pull skein, casting on a testing gauge - and advances quickly to color-pattern knitting. In the next set of lessons, a seamless yoke sweater and a drop shoulder sweater are taught. Then you're ready for seamless shoulder shapings, lace shawls, Arans, and more. Principles are taught, but you must make calculations to suit your yarn and size. There is much information here, many questions answered, and many good ideas and hints. Hb.
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| Lace Style - $40.00
Pam Allen & Ann Budd. With an emphasis on innovative designs that range from simple to complex, this collection of contemporary knitting projects includes garments and accessories for women. Featuring projects with a sense of style that will appeal to knitters of all ages, it includes designs for socks, hats, sweaters, dresses, and shrugs. A basic primer on knitting lace that is closely linked to the projects in the book includes information on how to knit lace, choosing yarn and needles, types of increases and decreases, reading charts, simple ways to achieve a lacy effect, ways to incorporate lace designs in knitting patterns, and information on blocking. Each pattern has detailed step-by-step instructions, lavish lifestyle photographs, and plenty of detail shots. Experienced knitters looking for inspiration and beginners trying lace knitting for the first time will find everything needed to knit lace with confidence. 160pp. Pb.
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The Lerwick Lace Shawl - $49.00
Sharon Miller. A study in knitted lace design, from the antique to the modern. 44pp. Pb.
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| Luxury Yarn One-Skein Wonders: 101 Small Indulgences - $32.00
Judith Durrant. Single-skein projects are all the rage because they're portable, fun, quick to finish, and the perfect answer to that stash of orphan yarns. The third book in this popular series, Luxury Yarn, brings indulgence to the one-skein concept. The newest one-skein patterns are the most decadent yet, featuring the most sumptuous yarns on the market--from snuggle-worthy cashmere to the exquisite qiviut, and from the lustrous alpaca to the soy, corn, and bamboo yarns. Contributors include designers, yarn manufacturers, and well-known knitting and crocheting teachers. Like previous One-skein books, this book features two-color illustrations throughout, as well as a full-color photo gallery of projects. Patterns include baby items, personal accessories, toys, and garments--from an adorable baby sweater knit from merino and bamboo to beaded cashmere socks. Not only are these projects fun and fast, they offer knitters a great excuse to pick up several skeins (really now, no one can buy just one!) of to-die-for yarns. Single-skein projects are a knitter's dream come true! And here is the perfect excuse for knitters to indulge their guilty pleasure for high-end, luxury, exotic, and natural yarns. 272pp. Pb.
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Magnificent Mittens and Socks - $29.00
Anna Zilboorg. With complete instructions for 42 fully charted mitten designs, this guide uses geometric color patterns, sophisticated colors, occasional embellishments and embroidery, and simple yet effective edgings and cuffs to make vibrant, warm mittens. This knitters' essential includes seven embellishments and 13 cuff designs that add color and texture to homemade mittens. Notes, photos, and comments throughout illustrate how to add hand-knit or machine-knit linings and reveal which dyes and kits to use for those who wish to exactly reproduce the mittens featured. This expanded edition includes Anna's toe-up, free sole sock design. With stranded patterning on the top of the foot and a plain sole, it is elastic, easily reinforced, and easily repaired. No longer are colour-patterned socks too much work for too little wear! 144pp. Pb.
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| The Mary Frances Knitting And Crochet Book - $19.00
Jane Eayre Fryer. The domestic and fanciful adventures of Mary Frances continue in this reprint of a book first published in 1918. Here, Mary's objective to learn knitting and crocheting is aided by her grandmother's animated tools: Knit and Knack, Crow Shay, et al. Young readers or listeners will enjoy the story line alone, but those who become interested in the techniques explained will have at their disposal instructions for the basics and some simply shaped garments for a 12- to 16-inch doll. For the child who has enough experience, there are also patterns for humans, but the style of a woman's and child's sweaters and patterns for military cold-weather gear have primarily historical interest. Pb.
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Modular Knits - $26.00
Iris Schreier. Now you can learn how to create triangles, diamonds, squares, and other designs in an assortment of beautiful modular knitting projects. The author shows you how to use her innovative methods that will enable you to knit shapes continuously without cutting yarn and picking up stitches. From easy projects like a Zigzag Scarf to more challenging garments such as a Square Holes Sweater, you'll build your skills and find new inspiration in this unique knitting guide. 128pp. Hb.
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| Module Magic - $29.00
Ginger Luters. This book presents ideas for making fabrics and garments from modulea. They can be knitted as presented, but you can also personalize them in any color, stitch, and texture you prefer. From there, you can design your own combinations - one square, one triangle, or one strip at a time. 128pp. Pb.
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More Big Girl Knits - $39.00
Jillian Moreno & Amy R Singer. Look great without adding bulk! The geniuses behind Big Girl Knits present 25 all-new curve-flattering projects that explore the beauty of color and texture. Part knitting instruction book and part sassy style guide, More Big Girl Knits goes beyond teaching the basics to tackle all-new methods for creating knitwear. 160pp. Pb.
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| More Sensational Knitted Socks - $39.00
Charlene Schurch. Discover more patterns, more stitches, and more styles-this follow-up to the award-winning bestseller Sensational Knitted Socks presents new possibilities for knitting great socks! Combine the yarn, gauge, stitch pattern, and size of your choice to knit more than 1,000 variations of adult- and kid-sized socks. Start with 11 basic designs; then try loads of different looks with an all-new stitch-pattern library. Choose your favorite technique-use four or five double-pointed needles or two circular needles. 112pp. Pb.
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New Pathways for Sock Knitters Book One - $41.00
Cat Bordhi. 8 new kinds of sock architecture, 26 individual patterns and 8 master patterns (which can be made in any size, any gauge, with infinite variations). 136pp. Pb.
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| New Twists on Twined Knitting - $37.00
Laura Farson. Rediscover a time-tested Swedish technique! The projects in these stunning photos show why twined knitting has stood the test of time. Learn a wonderfully versatile technique that can be mastered by confident beginners. Produce a richly textured fabric with double strands of yarn, perfect for winter wear. Choose from a gorgeous selection that includes, hats, mittens, socks, purses, and a scarf. 96pp. Pb.
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Nicky Epstein's Knitted Flowers - $36.00
Nicky Epstein. Bestselling author Nicky Epstein knits up a garden of colorful and whimsical flowers to adorn clothes, shoes, pillows, bags—almost anything at all. These pretty blossoms range from ruffled roses to lazy daisies, from single blooms to complete bouquets, from layered petal varieties to scalloped and corkscrew styles. Some are made of soft, sensuous felt; others showcase sparkling, eye-catching gold lamé. With Epstein’s detailed instructions and the breathtaking images, knitters will find completing these projects a pleasure. 128pp. Pb.
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| Nicky Epstein Knitting In Tuscany - $32.00
Nicky Epstein. From this bestselling author comes an exciting new book for knitters — this time, with an Italian accent! It’s filled with the warmth of the sun-splashed Tuscan countryside, inspired by Nicky’s knitting tour of the region. Knitters will pour themselves a glass of Chianti, gaze at the gorgeous photographs, and work their way through a dozen fabulous Tuscan-style projects (presented with step-by-step instructions). They’ll also savor the tidbits Nicky imparts about the region and its knitters, and her travels through Italy. 104pp. Hb.
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No-Pattern Knits - $38.00
Pat Ashforth & Steve Plummer. Use simple modular techniques to create great knitwear. Take measurements from existing garments, make templates and design knitwear using simple knitted shapes that fit together. Learn to knit perfect any-size, any-yarn triangles, squares, hexagons and other simple shapes. 128pp. Pb.
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| One-Skein Wonders: 101 Yarn Shop Favorites - $32.00
Judith Durant. Here are 101 original and charming solutions to the perpetual one-skein problem. Contributed by yarn shops across the country, there are hats, mittens, scarves, bags, socks, ponchos, baby sweaters, belts, headbands, a cell phone carrier, and even a tea cozy and a set of coasters for the home. A scrapbook of tastes and styles that celebrates the ingenuity of knitters nationwide, this is a collection with appeal for every type of stitcher. With patterns arranged by yarn weight, knitters will easily find broad ranges of possibilities for their particular yarn orphans. Each pattern includes the names of the contributing yarn shop and the designer, and a black-and-white image of the completed project. 101 small, sweet patterns — enough to take care of the single skeins in everyone’s collection and prove once and for all that there is no such thing as leftover yarn! Pb.
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The Opinionated Knitter: Newsletters 1958-1968 - $46.00
Elizabeth Zimmerman. Many knitters considered the designs in Elizabeth Zimmermann's Newsletters to be timeless; from her first Fair Isle issue in 1958, to the now classic Baby Surprise Jacket in 1968. Long time fans will welcome these old friends and new knitters may discover the freedom and creativity that Elizabeth's patterns encourage. Also includes 15 "new" articles and stories from Elizabeth's journals and notebooks. 42 designs, 38 different knitters contributed garments. 128pp. Hb. Unicorn.
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| pat the husband: a parody - $15.00
Let's face it ladies...he can't help it. He may parallel park better than you, but he can't find the ketchup when it's right in front of his nose? Read pat the husband and learn to laugh about and celebrate your husband's pathetic ways. Why be bothered when it's just plain funny? 20pp. Hb.
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Patterns For Guernseys, Jerseys & Arans - $26.00
Gladys Thompson. Save money, have more beautiful sweaters. "Fisherman's knit" sweaters, various types. 70 pattern variations. Authentic, collected in Hebrides, Aran Islands. 162 illustrations. 171pp, Pb.
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| Perfectly Brilliant Knits - $20.00
Melissa Matthay & Sheryl Thies. Transform basic sweaters into gorgeous garments that knit up fast - and are fabulous to wear. Each design introduces a unique feature, trim, or pattern stitch. Combine dazzling yarns with dramatic flair to create 25 tanks, pullovers, ponchos, and more. 128pp. Pb.
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Poems of Color: Knitting in the Bohus Tradition - $39.00
Wendy Keele. All the information is here - from the founders and the designers to the knitters themselves. The last half of the book is devoted to 16 designs and step-by-step instructions for pullovers, cardigans, cap and mittens with 2 cuffs. Sources for the yarns used are listed. Lots of color photos of the garments, color knitting charts and numerous black and white photos fill this novel and knitting book in one! Pb.
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| Quick Knits: Cool Projects - $24.00
Jeanne Stauffer. In these pages you'll find flirty fashion accents, trendy summer knits, sweaters rich with style and afghans sleek and cozy. Knitting has never been more fun! Whether you are new to knitting or you've been knitting a long time, these quick knitting designs will provide you with cool projects that will double your pleasure. You'll enjoy knitting them, and you'll enjoy wearing them. 304pp. Sb.
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Ribbon Style - $19.00
Cheryl Potter. Any knitter will feel like an instant designer when she plays with stunning ribbons! Wide or narrow, tubular or flat, shiny or matte—today's dazzling array of ribbon yarns will give you gorgeous results with these expert techniques. Twenty-five luxurious projects include scarves, shawls, tanks, tees, knapsacks, and ponchos Find dozens of tricks for successfully working with hand-dyed, solid, and multicolored ribbons Learn how to choose the right kind of ribbon to get the perfect texture and drape for any project. 112pp. Pb.
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| The Second Book of Modern Lace Knitting - $21.00
Marianne Kinzel. More distinctive patterns - Grand Slam, Lilac Time, Maidenhair, etc.- and over 29 complete projects. 41 illus. 117pp. Pb.
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Shadow Knitting - $33.00
Vivian Hoxbro. This form of knitting uses a simple technique of alternating rows of dark and light yarn to produce a subtle patterning that appears and disappears depending on the angle from which it's viewed. The author introduces the basic principles and techniques through clear, well-illustrated instructions followed by a spectacular range of projects that include winged shawls, squared bags, a matching cap and scarf, vests, sweaters, Japanese-style kimonos, and much more! Each project is accompanied by step-by-step instructions and beautiful photograph. 128pp. Pb. Unicorn.
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| Shetland Hap Shawls: Then and Now - $48.00
Sharon Miller. Comprehensively illustrated with colour photographs, diagrams and charts 64pp. Pb.
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Shetland Lace - $59.00
Gladys Amedro. If you can follow basic knitting patterns, you can do Shetland Lace. The patterns in this book have been designed with care and consideration for the knitter, with close attention to detail. They are written logically and clearly, and best of all, instructions are given row by row. The appeal of shetland lace is obvious, yet its delicacy belies its strength. You will have made something which is more than just a piece of knitting, it will be and artform, a garment which has been worked in the same way by generations before you, and your participation helps to keep this historic craft alive. 120pp. Pb.
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| Shetland Lace Knitting: From Charts - $23.00
Hazel Carter. Although learning the art of lace knitting from this book is like sitting at the foot of an expert knitter, and there is the thrill and excitement of discovering the beauty of this technique, the student must be prepared to overlook certain idiosyncrasies, some inaccuracies, and lack of certain details from the author that a beginner would probably find daunting, unless a helpful experienced knitter was close at hand. However, Ms. Carter's precise condensation of the seven basic patterns are presented in a logical progression, followed by the methods of combining these elements into more complex designs. Instructions for three completed projects are included. (A note: Some of the symbols used by Ms. Carter are directly the opposite of Barbara Walker's; the clarity of the instructions also pales somewhat in comparison to those of Walker.) Sb.
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Simple Style - $36.00
Ann Budd. Take a break from knitting fussy garments with complicated techniques. Instead, knit simple, beautiful designs with interesting details and silhouettes with "Simple Style", a collection of 19 contemporary garments that celebrate stunning results without the intricate techniques. Following in the footsteps of "Wrap Style", "Scarf Style", "Lace Style", and "Bag Style", "Simple Style" features appealing projects accompanied by beautiful, luscious lifestyle photographs, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, thorough materials lists, and a Design Notebook that covers ways to maximize style while simplifying knitting and finishing techniques. Projects from 16 renowned knitwear designers - including Pam Allen, Veronik Avery, Mags Kandis, Deborah Newton, and Vicki Square - range from pullovers, cardigans, vests, skirts, wraps, and more, all using simple design sensibility for maximum impact. All a knitter needs is a basic understanding of knitting techniques. 136pp. Pb.
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| Simply Stunning! - The Complete Collection - $139.00
Sharon Miller. In response to demand, here are all the patterns from the 'Simply Stunning!' range in one pattern pack. This pack offers a considerable saving over purchasing all 8 patterns separately. Shawls: Frost and Ice, Blue Diamonds, The Dove, Jade, Lavender Garden, and Green Moss, and the Wraps: Pink Puzzle, and Edwardian Lace. The pack includes 40 Pattern Pages and 5 Advice Pages.
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Slip Stitch Knitting - $37.00
Roxana Bartlett. Slip-stitch neophytes will find the directions simple and direct. A simple 2-color pattern begins. Followed by a change in the background colour at the beginning of each pattern repeat, and at a point other than the beginning of a pattern repeat. Slowly, more colour and yarn weight variations are added. There are instructions for 13 garments, and though the number of permutations is mind boggling, the technique itself remains quite simple. 95pp, Pb.
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| Sock Innovation - $34.00
Cookie A. The author, pioneer of the unconventional sock - think traveling stitches, mirrored pairs, twists on the heel, cables and lace - shares her secrets for making rule-breaking socks in this book. "Sock Innovation" goes beyond the basic sock and explores complex stitchery, treating the sock as a knitted canvas where elements are strategically and intentionally placed. Cookie guides knitters through the details of her design process, from choosing a stitch pattern to adapting it to be worked in the round, turned upside-down and inside-out, widened or narrowed. Stitch manipulation is covered in detail including resizing, texture modification, and converting between flat and in-the-round. These complex ideas are explained clearly and thoroughly, accompanied by photographs and illustrations, so that the reader learns to invent his or her own socks with unique details. In addition to a thorough exploration of her own technique, Cookie presents 15 original new designs with floral lace patterns, angular geometric shapes, and unusual cables. Inspired by women and men among her friends and family, these socks display an incredible range of style and complexity, from sweet and simple to delightfully imaginative. 128pp. Pb.
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Socks - A Spin-Off Special - $16.00
Here are 20 different handspun, handknit socks with notes on spinning, equivalent commercial yarn and techniques that make knitting easier. Patterns range from extremely simple to challenging. Color charts are easy to read along with directions in text. This book is about pride, fulfillment, and yes, warm feet. Techniques, charts and yarn samples diagramed in black and white, color photographs of all the socks. 56pp. Pb.
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| Socks Socks Socks - $29.00
Elaine Rowley (Editor). Oh, my, from the sublime to the nearly ridiculous (really! pig button noses on the toes!) there must be a sock for you in this book if you have EVER thought to knit socks. These patterns are the result of a contest run by the editors of "Knitter's" magazine, and the creative energy which resulted is amazing. You will have a hard time choosing a favorite sock pattern, but whu not just start at the beginning and work your way into page upon page of designs from really talented knitters. Extremely well presented patterns, full color photography, basics, tips, graphs, diagrams and just plain fun. No excuses. Knit socks! 113pp. Pb.
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Special Little Knits From Just One Skein - $19.00
Cheryl Potter. They're called oddballs, orphans and leftovers, those solitary skeins of yarn just waiting to be turned into treasures. What can you make with just one skein of yarn? Find loads of creative ideas in this collection of 'one-skein wonders. 110pp. Pb.
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| Squared Alps: Traditional Patterns for a Handknitted Blanket - $45.00
Alexandra Weikert (Ed). This book has traditional patterns with the directions worked out for the squares for this blanket. The instructions for the patterns are shown as charts and as written row-to-row instructions. Even though the sizes of the squares vary depending on the yarn, all the squares are the same size after washing and blocking. For that reason there is no yarn recommendation for the blanket. You may use any yarn you like. Instructions are written in both German and English. 117pp. Pb.
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Stahman's Shawls and Scarves - $45.00
Myrna Stahman. There are many books of knitted lace shawls and scarves; interesting, intricate patterns of long tradition, knitted in fine wool, and bound to be heirlooms. However, they are generally flat shapes, triangular or square. Active people who might like a shawl that stays on and falls nicely will really appreciate this collection of carefully shaped and fitted shawls. None are really more difficult to knit than other light lace shawls, but just the attention to shaping and stitch use gives these fit and style. Many stitch and yarn weight variations on these butterfly shaped shawls will inspire the lace knitter. Contemporary charts and written out stitch instructions will guide you through these elegant future heirlooms. 152pp, Pb.
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| Strip & Knit With Style - $21.00
Mark Hordynsyenki. Make one-of-a-kind yarns by cutting or tearing strips from your favorite fabrics and enhancing them with paints, dyes, and feathers. Follow the easy step-by-step instructions to make no-fuss projects. Take your knitting into a new dimension with these clever projects made from fabric strips. Start with some surprising fabrics - not just cotton, but also rayon, linen, hemp, silk, wool, polyester, nylon - even polar fleece, lace, and faux fur! Create different fabric-yarn looks by combining cutting, joining and embellishing techniques. Recycle old clothes or turn why-did-I-buy-that? fabrics into something gorgeous. 96pp. Pb.
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Swing Swagger Drape: Knit the Colors of Australia - $29.00
Jane Slicer-Smith. A long-awaited collection of 30 designs by Australia’s leading knitwear designer is showcased in this instructional knitting handbook utilizing classic yarns. The book features on-location photography of the Australian flora and fauna that inspired her work. Small projects with step-by-step instructions introduce the techniques used in the garments, such as intarsia, miters, and textured patterns. Designer notes explain the logic of the shapes and highlight opportunities for customizing the fit. Alternate colorways are also shown for most garments along with distinctive shapes for jackets, coats, and simple wraps that flatter and fit. 240pp. Pb.
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| Tea Cozies - $27.00
An essential accessory for your favorite teapot and the ultimate in homely comfort: tea cozies are a feel-good and fun way to enjoy tea! With many quirky examples to knit and crochet, culled from the pages of Knitting magazine, your teapot can be the talk of the town. The easy projects are accompanied by detailed patterns and instructions for how to create your own delightful cozies, and many of the suggestions can be made with spare bits of yarn lying around the home. Whatever your taste there will be something here to tempt you. From the classic rustic charm of a delightfully striped cozy to contemporary chic with a touch of kitsch (try the woolly sheep!), the world of tea cozies is just waiting to be discovered! Pb.
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The Magic Loop Booklet - $10.00
Learn to use just one long circular needle to knit any number of stitches in the round. 20-page booklet includes patterns for: Ribbed & Ruffled Wristlets; Winter Socks; Toe-up Baby Socks. 20pp. Pb.
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| Toe-Up - $36.00
Chrissy Gardiner. Knitting socks starting at the toe allows the knitter to get a custom fit by trying on as she goes. It is also an essential technique for economizing as it allows the socks to be knit to the very last yard of yarn.
In this action-packed book filled with tips, tricks and versatile patterns from designer Chrissy Gardiner, you'll learn how to incorporate her favorite cast-ons, toes, heels and bind-offs into all your toe-up socks using a series of fill-in-the-blank worksheets. You'll also find 15 patterns for toe-up socks to fit a wide variety of sizes and knitting abilities. 160pp. Pb.
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Toilet Roll Covers - $25.00
Pat Ashforth & Steve Plummer. Has your toilet roll been left exposed to the elements too long? Give your bathroom a fabulous retro touch with the most iconic of bathroom accessories: the toilet roll cover! These 30 knitted and crocheted projects are great fun to make and show-off—you’ll want to follow guests into the restroom just to see what their response is! There is a comprehensive techniques section to get you started, and each pattern is fully illustrated, so even absolute beginning stitchers will find it easy to create their own quirky works of art. The wonderful range of toilet paper-warming knitted novelties in this tongue-in-cheek guide include a Zig Zag Sweater, a cute little piggie, a tabby-striped kitty cat…even a little monkey going to his graduation, complete with tassel and robe. 156pp. Pb.
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| Top Down For Toddlers - $32.00
Deb & Lynda Gemmell. This book unleashes the creativity of six talented knitwear designers on a quartet of basic patterns, with sensational results. It starts with the basics: meticulously written, sized and tested top-down, no-sew pullover, cardigan, hat and sock patterns. Focusing on the no-sew approach, this book has projects for every skill level from beginner to expert, in sized for ages 1 to 6. 112pp. Pb.
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Traditional Fair Isle Knitting - $24.00
Sheila McGregor. In this reprint of a knitting classic that has been unavailable for many years, the first 55 pages cover the history, design, knitting techniques and use of color. This section is thoroughly illustrated with black and white photos plus charts of the knitting patterns. The center section features photos as examples of the use of color. The last 70 pages are devoted to charted patterns of all sizes, with suggestions for combining them into a unique pattern. General directions will be sufficient for the experienced knitter, but those with less experienced may need specific instructions found is many current knitting books to complete a garment. 141pp. Pb.
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| Traditional Knitting Patterns - $27.00
James Norbury. Hundreds of knitting patterns complete with easy-to-follow directions and examples of finished work. Long section on fishermen's sweaters. One of the most comprehensive books available. 240pp. Pb. Dover.
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Twisted Stitch Knitting: Traditional Patterns & Garments from the Styrian Enns Valley - $42.00
Maria Erlbacher. A classic trio of Austrian books (originally titled, Uberlieferte Strickmuster) is now in English and amalgamated into one volume. 174 intriguing twisted-stitch designs plus instructions for a number of jackets/cardigans, vests and elegant stockings with separate motifs in the calf-shaping. Meg Swansen and Amy Detjen augmented the technique section, explaining more fully things which had stymied them. 204pp. Pb.
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| Two End Knitting - $44.00
Anne Maj Ling. This new English edition of a Swedish original reveals the concept behind Scandinavian knitting, an innovation from the climate where a method to make a thick, thermal fabric is a good thing. The patterns is basically slip stitch carry-overs all done with two balls of yarn, in one or two colors. Now explaining how this works is one of those "you gotta do it once" situations that this book does quite well. This new edition has many pattern charts and enough projects to help you get past the learning curve. A Traditional Scandinavian technique also known as "Twined Knitting". 104pp. Pb. Unicorn.
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Two Stitch Knits - $24.00
Jane Crowfoot. The only beginner’s guide you’ll ever need! Learn how to knit with just two stitches! Designed to inspire confidence in beginners, this guide boasts over 300 illustrations and more than 30 projects. This comprehensive book will teach the novice everything from yarn, needle and pattern selection to the actual stitch itself, while providing solutions to common knitting problems and offering tips on professional-looking finishing techniques. Two-Stitch Knits is fully-illustrated, written in a clear and jargon-free style, and includes a wide range of projects you can complete easily and quickly! 160pp. Hb.
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| Victorian Lace Today - $39.00
Jane Sowerby. See how lace evolved from the 1830s to the 1900s. Then knit today's way - with clear instructions, in the yarns and colours you love. Find the resources you need: a complete guide to borders, blocking, even building your own exciting accessories. Scarves and shawls, capes and fichus. 40 patterns with comprehensive techniques to guide the beginner, challenge the experienced, and inspire the ambitious. 192pp. Pb.
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Vogue Knitting: Quick Gifts - $19.00
Twenty-five never-before-published patterns: 25 great gifts to make someone happy! Knitters will have as much fun creating these fabulous projects as the recipients will have getting them. And, there’s something perfect for every friend, family member, or significant other. There are toys, laptop cases, bags, baby outfits and bootees, scarves, hats and gloves, a necklace, even golf club covers! Beginners will enjoy making the small items that need only a minimum of shaping and construction, like the Ipod Nano case. More advanced needleworkers will appreciate the challenge offered by a stunning Fair Isle tea cozy with tea motifs and the words lemon, honey, jasmine, and Darjeeling spelled out on either side. 93pp. Hb.
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| When Bad Things Happen to Good Knitters: An Emergency Survival Guide - $21.00
Marion Edmonds & Ahza Moore. Call them knitting nanas, call them knitting fairy godmothers, authors Marion Edmonds and Ahza Moore are here to hold your hand and tell you everything is going to be all right. Whether your knitting pattern appears to have been written in Aramaic, you've dropped a stitch (or a whole bag full of stitches), you've forgotten to increase, you've been knitting in the wrong pattern sequence for 4 rows, or you can't get your head through the neck hole of your newly knit sweater, Marion and Ahza will give you level-headed advice on what to fix, how to fix it, and when you can just fudge it. With 119 years of knitting experience between them, they've seen it all and fixed it all. For beginners and more experienced knitters alike (the more experienced you are, the more elaborate the mistake), this book should be in every knitter's yarn bag. Pb.
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Wild Tea Cozies - $24.00
Loani Prior. These mind-boggling tea cozy designs will motivate knitters everywhere to create their craziest fantasies and most psychedelic imaginings, all in the name of keeping tea warm. Each of the 24 sculptural projects, inspired by everything from flowering gardens, geometric shapes and coral reefs to scrumptious food and even chickens, has simple, straightforward instructions and patterns. 112pp. Pb.
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| Woolly Thoughts: Unlock Your Creative Genius with Modular Knitting - $18.00
Pat Ashforth & Steve Plummer. Here's the revolutionary way to knit — easy, fun, and foolproof! Just master one stitch, and you can create your own designs with patchwork squares. Two teachers — a keen knitter and an illustrator — show how to use mathematical principles in a method that will thrill beginners and experienced knitters. Includes a four-page color insert. 128pp. Pb.
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Wrap Style - $33.00
Ann Budd & Pam Allen. This contemporary collection of wraps showcases the work of 18 knitwear designers like Lily Chin, Nicky Epstein, and Jo Sharp. The designs for these ponchos, capes, stoles, and capelets vary from simple to challenging and explore shape and silhouette possibilities in a host of techniques, including stitch patterns, color work, lace, beads, crochet, and felt. A glossary is provided, containing all the information necessary for even a novice knitter to successfully create one-of-a-kind fashions. The book also includes an in-depth section on designing and embellishing, making it a companion for future creativity. All knitters and crocheters, from the most demanding to those just embarking into larger projects, will be inspired by these stylish designs that stretch the definition of a poncho. 160pp. Pb. Unicorn.
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| The Yarn Stash Workbook - $34.00
Laura Miltzer Bryant. If you've got a stash of yarn, you'll find endless inspiration for creative knitting in this clever resource. Along with scores of tips for turning lonely skeins into spectacular designs, you'll find dozens of patterns for tees, pullovers, cardigans, and more - adapt them to almost any yarn! 128pp. Pb.
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Yummy Yarns - $19.00
Kathleen & Nick Greco. The 20 easy knitting projects in this guide feature fun, funky novelty yarns such as eyelash, fuzz, flash, fur, ribbon, and metallic in chic combinations and patterns. Each chapter teaches a new set of knitting skills by presenting projects for accessories or garments, working from scarves and simple embellishments for cuffs, collars, and pockets to more challenging projects like handbags, mittens, hats, and sweaters. This book makes working with novelty yarns simple and fun, showing knitters at all skill levels how to add movement, texture, and dimension to any knitting project. Knitting projects include a faux fur boa, a keyhole scarf, fuzzy mittens, leg warmers, and a halter. 128pp. Pb.
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| Yummy Yarns Knits For Kids - $19.00
Kathleen & Nick Greco. Fast, adorable projects for mothers of young children. Eyelash, fuzz, fur, and jelly, along with ribbon, metallic, multistrand, and chunky, are some of the novelty yarns available to today’s knitters. Fast, fun, and playful, these evocatively named yarns were the inspiration for authors Kathleen and Nick Greco to produce Yummy Yarns Knits for Kids, packed with supercute designs for children ages 2–8. From casting on to binding off, the directions are clear and easy to understand, even for beginners. Now all moms (or dads, or grandmas, or aunts, or uncles, or…) can create ultracute snuggly sweaters, monster mittens, rainbow ponchos, and much more for their little ones. 128pp. Pb.
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