Ethnic Knitting Exploration

Author: Donna Druchunas
Publisher: Nomad Press (VT)
ISBN: 9780966828993
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"What you will find here is solid information on how to build three classic sweater shapes--raglan, circular yoke, and saddle-shoulder--in whatever yarn has caught your fancy, for the size you want to make. You'll discover ways to use color patterning, to build an Aran-style design, and to turn an idea for a pullover into a plan for a cardigan"--Cover, p. 4.

Ethnic Knitting Discovery

Author: Donna Druchunas
Publisher: Nomad Press (VT)
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 180

Book Description
"Introduction to traditional knitting techniques from the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, and the Andes, with small projects to build skills followed by drop-shoulder pullover sweaters. Techniques include color and texture patterning; simple color work; half-gussets; knitted, cut, or steeked armholes; and decorative edgings"--Provided by publisher.

Successful Lace Knitting

Author: Donna Druchunas
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604681128
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 282

Book Description
This book presents not only a beautiful collection of patterns but also a fascinating biography of Dorothy Reade, arguably the mother of modern lace knitting. It's a must-have for any knitter who appreciates lace! Discover techniques and patterns developed by Reade in the 1960s as you create gorgeous projects featuring completely modern designs. Offers more than 20 exquisite patterns for everything from scarves and stoles to sweaters and socks to items for home decor Features a wide range of styles from top designers such as Annie Modesitt, Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer, and Evelyn A. Clark Presents a "now I get it" approach to using charts and knitting lace

Mostly Mittens

Author: Charlene Schurch
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604681020
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 335

Book Description
Developed by Russia's Komi people, these patterns were originally passed down visually from knit pieces, so they're easy to understand and knit. They only look complex! This updated version of Charlene Schurch's previous collection includes her original designs plus new versions of several mittens. Mittens are knit in the round and include a thumb gore for excellent fit Collection features patterns for 35 pairs of mittens plus four traditional hats Projects use stranded color work and include easy-to-follow color-coded charts

Knitting Out of Africa

Author: Marianne Isager
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1620332965
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 235

Book Description
Beautiful and historic African carpets, baskets, and other textiles provide the design inspiration for these 16 sophisticated knitted cardigans, pullovers, and sweater vests. Intended for seasoned knitters, these projects use domino, double knitting, entrelac, intarsia, and stranded two-color techniques worked in fingering-weight yarns. The Shoowa Vest, the African Domino Pullover, and the Arrowheads Cropped Pullover show off fancy stitching, while other designs feature colors borrowed from the mud-dried fabrics of Mali, the block patterns of Ghana, or motifs from Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Zaire, and Zimbabwe. African animals decorate the Giraffe Vest and Zebra Cardigan, and elsewhere leaping antelope and birds in flight are used in repeating patterns. Full instructions and charted patterns for at least two adult sizes are provided for each design and high-quality photographs of the finished pieces showcase these classic additions to any wardrobe.

Kitty Knits

Author: Donna Druchunas
Publisher: Martingale
ISBN: 1604684968
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 267

Book Description
It's the first knitting book entirely devoted to the funny, furry felines in our lives! Discover creative ways to knit up practical projects for kitties to love and cat-themed designs for owners to enjoy. Just like a cat batting at a ball of yarn, it's the perfect playful match. Over 20 projects feature items for cats, their people, and their homes--along with adorable photos of cats with their knitted treasures Choose from toys, beds, mats, and more for cats, plus feline-inspired sweaters, hats, pillows, and bags for cat- loving knitters Find projects for a variety of styles and skill levels, from felted designs to Fair Isle patterns

Knitting in the Nordic Tradition

Author: Vibeke Lind
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486794911
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description
Richly illustrated with photos, charts, and drawings, this guide features more than 100 patterns for children's and adults' sweaters, jackets, caps, mittens, stockings, and shawls. Includes suggestions for adaptations to individual tastes.

Knitting America

Author: Susan Strawn
Publisher: Voyageur Press
ISBN: 1610602498
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 211

Book Description
“Susan has placed the history of knitting within the context of American history, so we can clearly see how knitting is intertwined with such subjects as geography, migration, politics, economics, female emancipation, and evolving social mores. She has traced how a melting pot of knitting traditions found their way into American culture via vast waves of immigration, expanded opportunity for travel, and technology.” —Melanie Falick This is the history that Knitting America celebrates. Beautifully illustrated with vintage pattern booklets, posters, postcards, black-and-white historical photographs, and contemporary color photographs of knitted pieces in private collections and in museums, this book is an exquisite view of America through the handiwork of its knitters.

Mostly Mittens

Author: Charlene Schurch
Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
ISBN: 9781579900595
Category : Knitting
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
An exploration of the rich knitting traditions of the Komi people, an ethnic minority living in the northeast of European Russia. Here are complete instructions for 36 mittens, two socks, and two hats, accompanied by necessary charts and patterns. 70 color photos. 15 b&w illustrations.

The Knitter's Life List

Author: Gwen W. Steege
Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN: 1603427708
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 321

Book Description
Knit a traditional gansey sweater with indigo yarn. Tour a spinning mill. Discover five ways to cast on for socks. Meet your personal knitting hero. The Knitter’s Life List is a richly illustrated compilation of 1,001 experiences and adventures that devout knitters won’t want to miss. You’ll find classic techniques to master, time-honored patterns to try, unusual yarns to work with, museums to see, books to read, and much more. Get inspired and live the knitting life of your dreams!