Second Book of Modern Lace Knitting

More distinctive patterns -- Grand Slam, Lilac Time, Maidenhair, others -- and over 29 complete projects. 41 illustrations.

Start To Knit

"Sixth & Springs Books-Start To Knit: Newcomers to knitting finally have the book they require: an honest-to-goodness beginner's guide that provides basic visual instruction geared to a real novice's needs. Knitting books are still hot sellers, thanks to the people of all ages taking up this wonderful craft. But while there are hundreds of manuals available, addressing every conceivable topic, finding a real starter's guide has been difficult...until now. Start to Knit was written with the beginner in mind. It addresses anyone who has never picked up a needle or held a skein of yarn. The introduction presents the basic tools, techniques, and materials. Lessons in the fundamentals include how to hold the needle and wool, cast the first row of stitches, and knit and purl. Through beautifully photographed projects of increasing complexity, more advanced techniques--including advanced stitches, reading patterns, and taking accurate measurements--gradually unfold. Soon anyone will have the skills to create a simple scarf, baby blanket, pillow cover, cardigans, and a handsome pullover complet with vee, crew, and turtleneck variations. * Sterling Publishing * By Gina Macris * 128, 8 1/2"" x 11"" color pages * Hardcover * ISBN: 1402716508"

Stitch'n Bitch Design Journal

* Wrokman Publishing * By Debbie Stoller * 208 pages * Paperback * ISBN: 0761138331

Teach Yourself Visually Knitting

"Wiley Publishers-Teach Yourself Visually Knitting: The VISUAL way to start having fun with needles and yarn With color photos and step-by-step instructions, this VISUAL guide is perfect for anyone who wants to create a knitted scarf, hat, or sweater, covering everything from casting on to knitting and purling to correcting mistakes and deciphering cryptic knitting patterns. Show-how quickly turns into know-how as more than 15 patterns enable readers to put their newfound skills to use. * This book is a paperback book * Contains 304 pages * Dimensions: 8.9'' x 8.0'' x 0.7'' * Publisher: Wiley Publishers"

TECH Cozies

"American School-TECH Cozies: Tote your tunes or phone in any of 12 nifty styles. Attach them to your backpack, purse or belt for colorful convenience. Six to knit. Six to crochet. * Contains 16 full color pages * Publisher: American School"

Teen Knitting Club

" * Artisan Publishing * By Jennifer Wenger, Carol Abrams, and Maureen Lasher * 142 pages * Hardcover * ISBN: 1579652441"

The Complete Book of Knitting

The Complete Book of Knitting

The Encyclopedia of Knitting: A Step-By-Step Visual Guide, with an Inspirational Gallery of Finished Works

Decorative, meditative, practical and rewarding, the time-honored craft of knitting has seen a tremendous renewal of interest recently. From basic stitches to complex creations, this A-Z guide to knitting features clear, step-by-step instructions and dozens of designs and techniques.

The Everything Knitting Book: Simple Instructions for Creating Beautiful Handmade Items for Your Family and Friends

The Everything Knitting Book offers readers all they need to know to create exceptional items for themselves or as gifts -- from blankets to sweaters to booties.The Everything RM Knitting Book takes readers step-by-step through the creative process, helping them choose the right yarn, find the appropriate needle, pick a pattern, and learn a variety of stitches. In time, they will even be able to devise original patterns, decorate knitted garments, and knit with more sophisticated materials, such as lace.The Everything Knitting Book provides easy-to-follow direction on: -- Types of knitting needles and yarn-- Basic stitches-- Knitting patterns-- Circular knitting-- CrochetingPacked with clear line art and featuring a magnificent eight-page color insert, The Everything RM Knitting Book is a must-have for knitters of all levels.

The Jean Moss Book of Sculptured Knits: 40 Great Designs Inspired by Decorative Art of the 20th Century

A generous and elegant array of textured knits for men, women, children, and the home from leading designer Jean Moss.

The Knit Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face; Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask

Every avid knitter has faced this dilemma: deep into a project at midnight, just trying to finish one more row, and, then . . . oh no, a dropped stitch three rows back! Help! If only there was a 24-hour hotline to answer every question a knitter might encounter. Well, now there is, with The Knitting Answer Book . The expert authors, Margaret Radcliffe and Edie Eckman, leave no question unanswered, no quandry unaddressed. Each book contains detailed, illustrated answers to literally hundreds of questions, from the common to the more unusual: • Are certain needles better for certain yarns? • What if I dropped a stitch several rows back? • Why do my edges tend to curl up? • Can you use a different weight yarn than the pattern calls for? • What can I do to keep my yarns from tangling up? • Oops, I see my ribbing is way too tight. Now what? Covering the whole range of situations a beginner is likely to face, along with the problems that may arise for those working more advanced patterns, this Answer Book will help knitters and crocheters of all levels. Each book is packaged in a small, take-along trim size, in a friendly-to-use Q& A format, and belongs in the bag of every knitter. Available 24/7, The Knitting Answer Book is always open, ready for yarn lovers to browse and consult to their heart’ s content.

The Knitted Rug

"Here¿s a fresh take on the crafts of rugmaking and knitting¿the very first book of its kind. These 21 stylish rug projects are so eye-catching that it¿s hard to believe that even novice knitters can create them. But they can, thanks to a thorough section on knitting basics, sumptuously illustrated with more than 60 how-to photographs; advice on embellishments, including embroidery, fringes, and tassels; and instruction on finishing touches, such as weaving ends, sewing seams, blocking, backing, and lining. Put this knowledge to work on a multicolored Big Needle Garter Stitch Rug, Knit and Purl Oval Rug, Thunderbird Wall Tapestry, and others. Every rug is beautifully photographed in a home setting, and includes patterns and ideas for modifying the design. * Lark Books Publishing * By Donna Druchunas * 128, 8 1/2"" x 10"" color pages * Paperback * ISBN: 1579907474"

The Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques

The Knitter's Book of Finishing Techniques

The Knitter's Companion Book

"Great for all levels of knitters and includes size charts, conversion scales, definitions of common knitting abbreviations, excellent tips and illustrations of basic stitches, blocking advice, buttonholes, finishing techniques, weaving options -- and so much more! * Knitting bag sized (5"" x 7"") reference book with built-in needle gauge tool * Book contains 112 pages * Spiral Binding"

The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns: Basic Designs in Multiple Sizes & Gauges

From the Publisher: Created for knitters who want standard sweater patterns in a variety of sizes and gauges, as well as those who want a template from which to develop their own designs, this book provides easy-to-follow charted instructions for 18 sweaters, three in each of the six most popular sweaters constructions. Each style is then provided in 15 sizes ranging from toddler to large adult, then further divided into six possible gauges: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 stitches per inch combining for 90 options for each of the six styles, or 540 patterns in all. The cardigan and neckline variations make for more than 1,000 patterns. Detailed schematics for finished dimensions are included, along with a glossary of techniques and a chapter on design considerations. This is a definitive resource for the passionate sweater knitter.

The Knitters Handy Book of Patterns: Basic Designs in Multiple Sizes & Gauges

Offering charts and plans for making infant- through adult-sized projects, this unique book provides knitters with a complete resource of more than 350 patterns for caps, tams, scarves, vests, sweaters, mittens, gloves, and socks that are written for multiple gauges to accommodate all weights of yarn from bulky to fingering. Also included are the basics of pattern design and alteration to allow for the addition of different types of texture and color patterns or the modification of existing patterns to accommodate more gauges. Patterns are also accompanied by an assortment of ideas for edgings and finishes, further expanding design options.