Knitting Block by Block

Author: Nicky Epstein
Publisher: Potter Craft
ISBN: 0307587363
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 242

Book Description
Create gorgeous sweaters, bags, afghans, and toys just by knitting the simplest of shapes—a square! No one forgets the sweet victory of completing their first knitted block, but most of us quickly move on to more complex constructions, only making swatches for guage. In this comprehensive volume, celebrated designer and innovator Nicky Epstein reimagines the humble block with 150 new patterns and masterfully demonstrates how to mix, match, and easily combine them into stunning one-of-a-kind garments and accessories. Inside you will find: 150 original block patterns, from simple textures to embossed pictorials, intricate lace to cables, colorwork, double knit, and more, all with Nicky’s signature wit, verve, and style. More than ten exclusive project designs that will make you say “I can’t believe that is made out of blocks!” Detailed guidance for creating exciting pieces out of block knitting, without using increases or decreases. Exclusive cut-and-paste project design pages. Simply cut out the printed blocks and arrange them to help create your own masterpieces. Blocks are quick to knit, portable pieces perfect for group and charity projects, and now not limited to just afghans! Knitting Block by Block gives you the tools to unlock a world of creative possibilities and confidently build your own design “blockbusters,” one block at a time.

Learn to Knit Block by Block

Author: Che Lam
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782212744
Category : Knitting
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Discover all the essential skills one stitch at a time. With clear step-by-step tutorials and charts you'll find the stitches quick and easy to learn. The blocks are organised according to skill level, progressing from basic knit and purl stitches to more challenging techniques such as cable and lace. Practice one new stitch at a time before you're ready to move on to the next one. At the back of the book, you'll find a handful of inspirational projects that teach you how to combine your blocks for unique and stylish results.

Barbara Walker's Learn-to-knit Afghan Book

Author: Barbara G. Walker
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780684136813
Category : Afghans (Coverlets)
Languages : en
Pages : 161

Book Description
A beginner's manual to learn how to knit including directions for 63 squares each demonstrating a special knitting technique which can all be joined to make an afghan.

Knitting in Circles

Author: Nicky Epstein
Publisher: Potter Craft
ISBN: 030758707X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
You won’t believe what you can make with knitted circles! One circle can become a stylish hat or an adorable shrug. Two, and you have a unique handbag or cover-up. Knit more circles, and you can make show-stopping scarves, capes, sweaters, afghans—even a stunning lace dress. Only Nicky Epstein, always on the cutting edge of knitwear design, could dream up these innovative garments and accessories that all start with a simple shape. In her bestselling book Knitting Block by Block, Nicky elevated the humble block to outstanding fashion, but that was just the beginning. Now she takes on a new challenge and shows you how to make a statement with circles. Mix and match to your heart’s content with 100 circles and 20 inspiring projects that feature everything from cables to rich colorwork, delicate lace, and over-the-top embellishments in Nicky’s signature style. You’ll find step-by-step techniques on how to knit circles, both in the round and flat, plus expert guidance on customizing the projects, with unique cut-and-paste circle templates to design your own styles. With this groundbreaking book, you’ll never look at circles the same way. Once again, Nicky Epstein has outdone herself, opening up a world of creative possibilities with a gorgeous knitting reference that will have you knitting in the best of circles over and over.

Something New to Learn about Cables

Author: Jen Arnall-Culliford
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781999785918
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 88

Book Description

100 Knits

Author: Interweave Editors
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1632506475
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Interweave's biggest pattern collection ever! 100 Knits makes a gorgeous gift for any knitter. Page after page of knitting patterns are at your fingertips with 100 Knits, giving you a nearly endless supply of projects you'll be excited to cast on. From hats to shawls, cardigans to tanks and tees, explore a massive variety of Interweave's most popular knitting patterns all in one source! In this ultimate knitting pattern collection you'll discover: • Expansive collection of Interweave's most coveted knitted sweater patterns together for the first time. • From shawls, scarves and cowls, to socks and hats, you'll be covered head to toe in our trendiest accessory patterns. • Endless inspiration for your next knit with over 500 pages of patterns. Never be without a knitting pattern again with 100 Knits!

Knitting 101

Author: Carri Hammett
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
ISBN: 1631596543
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 195

Book Description
Written with the absolute beginner in mind, Knitting 101 teaches all the basics for learning to knit with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Knitting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of knitting—selecting yarn, needle types and sizes, other tools and accessories, knitting gauge, casting on, forming stitches, reading patterns—making this the most comprehensive beginner's book available. The accompanying online videos include a how-to guide illustrating all the knitting techniques presented in the book. The videos are very useful for those who learn better by seeing a step in action as opposed to still photographs.

Basic Knitting

Author: Leigh Ann Chow
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811746097
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
Fully illustrated descriptions introduce knitting needles, yarn, and accessories. Detailed, step-by-step sequences illustrate basic stitches and skills. In-depth skill workshops teach techniques needed to complete 10 attractive projects.

Quick Knitted Afghans

Author: Jeanne Stauffer
Publisher: DRG Wholesale
ISBN: 9781882138807
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 186

Book Description
Instructions for 65 brand-new afghans that can be knitted in less than two weeks.

Knitting For Dummies

Author: Pam Allen
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119643201
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 423

Book Description
An illustrated guide showing how to create beautiful, timeless pieces, whether you're picking up needles for the first time or a seasoned pro looking for advanced patterns From scarves and sweaters to bags, pillows, and more, you'll find lots of projects for practicing and perfecting your knitting skills in Knitting For Dummies, which includes an instructional online video showing you the actual knitting techniques being done step-by-step. Experienced and novice crafters alike can benefit from the book’s step-by-step instructions that explain knitting in plain English. For anyone new to knitting, this hands-on friendly guide shows you how to Cast on, knit, purl, and bind off — the four basic skills needed to complete any knitting Decipher pattern instructions and charts Combine knit and purl stitches with increases and decreases for different effects Create different kinds of cables, lace, and more Read the language and graphics in knitting patterns and charts Increase and decrease stitches and use these techniques to shape a project and create design It also shows you what to do if you drop a stitch or inadvertently add one. If you know the basics of knitting and want to expand your skills to include stitch patterns with more complexity, you’ve come to the right place: Combine stitch increases and decreases to create lacework Get familiar with Fair Isle patterns and simple intarsia motifs, which involve working in more than one color in one row Practice with plenty of projects to perfect your advanced knitting techniques Learn to add interest with stripes Have fun with fulling and felting Make sweaters, from blocking and assembling your pieces to adding finishing touches like neckbands, edging, and buttonholes Knitting For Dummies includes ten quick projects to make for gifts and exercises to “unkink” your neck and shoulders should you lose yourself for hours at a time in your craft! Finally, the book ends with a couple appendixes showing you more cool effects and a list of knitting software and helpful online resources. If you’re itching to start stitching, grab this book to start crafting your knitted masterpiece today.