Author: Lucia Tarantino Publisher: Promopress ISBN: 9788417412869 Category : Languages : en Pages : 240
Book Description
Knowing how to properly use a knitting machine will open up the possibilities of the knitted fabric, and this book is here to explain how it works, both at home and in a professional area. It includes diagrams of the different stitches and the elaboration of the knitted piece.
Author: Florence Spurling Publisher: Hachette UK ISBN: 1529423171 Category : Design Languages : en Pages : 200
Book Description
Designing Knitted Textiles guides readers through the fundamental skills of machine knitting, while encouraging them to be creative and experimental. It takes a contemporary approach, exploring the countless possibilities of machine-knitted textiles within multiple fashion contexts. Part 1 offers a practical introduction to the subject, with step-by-steps and detailed information on tools, stitch types, fibres and techniques. Part 2 covers colour, pattern, texture, structure and embellishment, highlighting a range of designs from traditional styles such as Fair Isle to the most intricate lace or unusual 3D effects. Finally, Part 3 delves into the construction elements needed to create garments and accessories. Praise for Designing Knitted Textiles from academic reviewers: 'Perfect for beginners' knitwear course, to get a rounded understanding of the machine and capabilities'. - GEMMA MARSH, SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN 'It covers a wide range of single bed machine knitting techniques and includes inspirational images of knitted samples and garments. The book features technical information explaining how to knit many of the stitches, with clear diagrams and useful tips and hints. I will be recommending this book to all levels, as it has something to offer even the more experienced final year student'. DR VIKKI HAFFENDEN - UNIVERSITY OF BRIGHTON 'This is a very clear a concise approach to machine knitting and design'. JOSEPH PESCATORE - NASSAU COMMUNITY COLLEGE 'The book is beautifully written with a lot of excellent illustrations. The pictures of knitted designs are inspiring and relevant to contemporary fashion. An overall excellent book'. NICOLAS CHAMPROUX - HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE 'This book has great illustrations and clear, easy-to-read text. There is a wide breadth of knowledge and a variety of techniques represented, and the tips are succinct and helpful. Equally appreciated are the many sources of knitwear inspiration'. MEGHAN KELLY - THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY
Author: Lucia Consiglia Tarantino Publisher: Hoaki ISBN: 9788417656997 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 256
Book Description
A very useful step-by-step manual for mastering the making of knitted garments using a knitting machine. In the world of textiles, knitted fabric is one of the most complicated to work with, but also one of the most commonly used. This is a book for all those fashion lovers who, although fascinated by knitted fabric, have never yet dared to venture into this field and for those advanced and professional knitters who want to systematically round off their knowledge. It includes all the steps necessary to realize a knitted garment, from the choice of yarn to manufacturing apparel, explaining how to use a how to use a flatbed knitting machine correctly, the linking, cutting, sewing, and, last but not least, ironing of knitted garments. All this taking into account that knowing how to recognize and develop a stitch is crucial, but that it is increasingly important to know how to represent stitches for different machines in a useful way. So, for the first time, the author describes the various stitches in a clear and well-structured manner with a language of symbols developed to be used for all kinds of studio and domestic knitting machines, regardless of the brand: Brother, Silver Reed, Passap, Coppo and Dubied. The book includes examples of working with traditional materials like wool, alpaca, cotton or linen, but also encourages experiments with paper, plastic materials, vegetal and metallic yarns, to create texture, three-dimensional effects and unusual volumes.
Author: Alison Dupernex Publisher: The Crowood Press ISBN: 178500686X Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 759
Book Description
The popularity of hand frame knitting is underestimated and there are many passionate and creative knitters who have taken machine knitting into their heads, hearts and hands. Overflowing with colour and stitch ideas, inspirational photos and customizable patterns, this book will inject vitality into your knitting practice. Explore how colours can be juxtaposed for best effect or where Slip, Tuck and Fair Isle stitches will add new textures and make intricate fabrics. Seventy-five knitting patterns, ranging from coats and scarves to bags and sculptures, offer enticing new project ideas as well as suggested variations and additions you can make to expand your design skills. Topics covered include: a history of hand frame knitting; techniques and stitches; the design process; stripes, circles and colour; Fair Isle; lace and sculptural vessels and, finally, how to develop your hobby into a business. Written for both experienced knitters and anyone using a knitting machine, this book will act as a catalyst for hand frame knitters to add stitch and colour variety to their work.
Author: Kandy Diamond Publisher: The Crowood Press ISBN: 071984200X Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 798
Book Description
The ultimate guide to machine knitting. This book has been designed to help you demystify machine knitting. Perfect for beginners, it starts with how the machine works and how stitches are formed, all the way through to shaping garment panels to your desired size and fit. Each chapter focuses on different skills that build throughout the book, with lots of projects so you can put the skills into practice and make some knits for yourself. Designer Profiles at the end of each chapter showcase the work of professional machine knitters to provide context, inspiration and celebrate the huge potential for creativity in machine knitting. From troubleshooting and looking after the machine to using more advanced techniques such as intarsia and shaping, this book will help you fall in love with your knitting machine. If you work through the step-by-step instructions and projects in this book, by the end of it you will be designing and knitting your own garments!
Author: Elizabeth Keegan Publisher: ISBN: 9781782210993 Category : Embroidery, Machine Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This title provides everything sewing machine users need to know, from the types and formats of embroidery design available, how to get them off the internet and into their machine, how to stabilise fabric, which threads and needles to use, and how to use these designs creatively for beautiful results.
Author: Susan Guagliumi Publisher: Guagliumidotcom ISBN: 9781733312141 Category : Crafts & Hobbies Languages : en Pages : 196
Book Description
Knitters trying to use hand knit techniques on the machine will find most of their questions answered in this third book by Susan Guagliumi.
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