Knit cosy clothes and accessories for family and friends with this lovely knitting guide. With a detailed guide to basic stitches and knitting essentials, plus helpful illustrations and a range of stylish knitting patterns, this is the perfect beginner's handbook. Create something unique with this wonderful introduction to knitting, perfect for all skill levels.

Pick up knitting know-how in bits and pieces! Spend just 10, 20 or 30 minutes at a time learning new stitches and techniques whilst making easy projects. Knitting is actually simpler than you might think. Everything is based on two stitches, the knit and the purl. We'll guide you with step-by-step instructions, helpful photos and diagrams and free online videos that walk you through the techniques. Before you know it, you'll be completing beautiful knit designs for your home, yourself and others! Projects include Dishcloths; Scarf; Hat; Baby Gift Set (earflap hat and booties); Mittens (in 9 sizes); Pillow; Baby Blanket; Dog Coat; Textured Stripes Afghan and Vest.

The aim of this book is to introduce readers to another crochet technique and to present a kaleidoscope of designs based on graphs to encourage experienced and beginner crocheters alike to try something new, expand their repertoire, and enjoy themselves. The 64 patterns will inspire crochet workers to accomplish a functional and beautiful rug that will particularly appeal to children - a bespoke heirloom that can be proudly passed down the generations. Based on graphs like those used in cross-stitch embroidery, the designs are very easy to follow. The layout that Renate has used to assemble the rug can be adapted and varied as you please to suit the person/child for whom the rug is intended and the room in which it will be used. You could work a number of colour variations of just a few designs, concentrate on toys or fruit, alternate the tapestry squares with squares of plain colour, make a smaller rug of 36 squares - even put together four squares to make the face of a cushion cover.

Hekel saam met Vrouekeur bied 10 splinternuwe moderne patrone in elke boekie en al die items is met Saprotex-draad gehekel en oral beskikbaar.

Best-selling designer Jen Lucas puts her special spin on a unique collection of knitwear. Discover seven eye-catching stitch patterns, each used to create three distinctive accessories, such as a sensational scarf, a cozy cowl, and a spectacular shawl. You'll be amazed by how the stitch patterns add that special something to each project--knit all 21 designs Close-up photos of all seven stitch patterns are included This all-new collection includes projects for a range of skill levels

Wilderness Knits for the Home is Linka Neumann's second book, showcasing a stunning collection of homeware knits to make while embracing the Scandinavian spirit and cosying up next to a warm fire. After the success of Wilderness Knits, with its cosy jumpers and cardigans set against the backdrop of the Norwegian landscape, Linka brings us gorgeous wall hangings, cushions, blankets (including for your dog!) and more. Once again, set in the stunning Norwegian countryside, the book inspires you to knit these beautiful creations and embrace the aesthetic of the Scandinavian wilderness. As ever, Linka uses her environment to inspire her as well as animals from the snowy north - with dogs, orcas, polar bears and reindeers finding their way into her designs. If making jumpers and cardigans with Scandi-style yokes feels too complicated for you, these simpler shapes of squares and rectangles will give you the confidence to make your own creations with similar designs. Including 27 projects - all with knitting diagrams and inspirational photography - you will be knitting presents for all your friends and family as well as for your own home in no time.

Hekel saam met Vrouekeur bied 10 splinternuwe moderne patrone in elke boekie en al die items is met Saprotex-draad gehekel en oral beskikbaar.

This title features 15 lovely and fun projects to make, varying in complexity. It includes clear, easy-to-follow knitting patterns and a comprehensive illustrated techniques section. It is full of fascinating facts you didn't know about woodland creatures. This gorgeous collection of adorable animals to knit will enchant children and adults alike. Inside this fun, colourful book there are 15 backwoods beasties to choose from, each with its own distinct personality. The projects vary in level of complexity and there is a comprehensive and straightforward techniques section to help you learn the necessary skills. Along the way you will also learn some interesting and surprising facts about these fascinating creatures.

Choose from 15 lovely, contemporary Fair Isle crochet projects to make for the home in this beautiful pattern book. Author and designer Natasja Vreeswijk has created 15 contemporary Fair Isle projects for crochet enthusiasts who want to go one step further. Also known as tapestry crochet, the techniques are easy to learn, and all the projects are made in Natasja's unique vintage style with black and white as their base colours. From blankets and pillows, to a baby blanket and hip plant baskets, there are lots of gorgeous projects to make. The crochet patterns are accompanied by clear colour charts and beautiful photographs of the finished projects.

Lace gets a whole new look!

Lace has traditionally been knit in finer weight yarns to create airy, delicate designs. But when knit in bulky yarns, lace becomes bold, graphic, and dramatic. Working with thicker yarns also makes the projects move along more quickly and the lace repeats shorter, so it's easy to learn new stitches and techniques. For those new to bulky yarns, Barbara Benson shows you how these yarns work best in lace designs and provides tips and tricks for reading and executing lace patterns.

Then you are ready to knit any of the 20 patterns for beautiful lacy shawls, mitts, hats, cowls, blankets, and more. Gorgeous photography by Gale Zucker shows the pieces to their full, stunning effect. Get those big needles and chunky yarn ready to roll!

A collection of classic, stylish knitted winterwear from the craft's rich past. This book presents 25 patterns for mittens and gloves for men, women, and children, all updated with modern terminology and abbreviations. From delicate lace gloves to warm and chunky cabled mittens, there is something here for every taste and skill level.

Drawn to a beautiful, unique yarn, but not sure what to do with it? Look no further. Gorgeous hand-dyed, variegated, self-striping, speckled, and other fun yarns abound for the knitter today, but sometimes the colour variations and changes can make it difficult to find patterns that allow the yarn to shine. The simpler the pattern, the more the yarn gets to take centre stage. With this in mind, Toby designed all of the pieces in this book - hats, shawls, mittens, sweaters, and more - to let the yarn be the main feature. The 25 designs are written at a level for the motivated knitter who has made a scarf or two and is ready to move on to something a little more interesting and unique. Sidebars with photos and notes explain techniques that may be unfamiliar to beginners so that you can fearlessly make any piece. More experienced knitters can relax into these patterns and enjoy their showcase yarn as it slides along their needles and becomes a masterpiece of colour.

Fair Isle knitting may look complicated, but it really is easy to do once you understand the basics. Author Lynne Watterson starts beginners off with the basics of two-color knitting: reading a Fair Isle chart; what to do with all the fiddly yarn ends, and getting to grips with circular needles. The main chapters feature a selection of beautiful stitch patterns. Each pattern has clear instructions in both written and chart form, and these are cross-referenced to a comprehensive guide to abbreviations. Each of the main chapters includes simple, stylish projects demonstrating ways to use the beautifully shaded Fair Isle patterns-from chic accessories and the latest fashion looks to contemporary cushion covers and throws.

When it comes to knitting, who knows better than our nan? If you get tangled in a ball of wool, she's always the first person you call to help you sort your cross stitch from your cable.
While recruiting for her fledgling online knitwear company, Katie Mowat swiftly realised that it was mainly older women, namely grannies, who were volunteering their services, and so Grannies Inc. was born. Since 2009 they have gone from strength to strength, and from one product (beanies), they now design and produce a whole range of knitwear. Her crack squad of 15 grannies will be contributing their 'purls' of wisdom and patterns to help the new knitting generation in this attractive book. With knitting patterns for snoods, legwarmers, slouch socks, laptop cases and beanies, you'll be cool and cosy in no time.
As the grannies say, 'May your bobbin always be full.

With 12 inspiring patterns in nature infused tones, these Rowan Big Wool projects will knit up fast, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment.

Scandinavian Knitwear encourages the knitter to take inspiration from the brightly coloured and textured designs of the traditional knits and the invigorating landscape of the Nordic region to design your own 'Scandi knits' and create unique designs using traditional techniques. The author takes you through the process of formulating ideas, learning about colour, absorbing the local history and finally creating a piece of knitting that has all the flavours of this fascinating region. With full chapters on Norway, Sweden, Denmark and the Faroe Islands, coverage includes the history of knitting and its development in Scandinavia; explanations of various techniques, such as accurate measuring, stranded colourwork and grafting; a full explanation of colour theory; a 'Stitch Dictionary' of patterns and motifs, with charts that can be modified to suit the skill and style of the knitter and finally, a chapter of schematics with advice on design development and sizing options. Nineteen complete, original patterns for garments, accessories, and homeware are also given.

Working your way through all 64 patterns will bring you a great feeling of satisfaction as you finish up with a beautiful and functional rug or throw; you could choose a selection of patterns and create a smaller rug for a special purpose, or just one pattern and repeat it to create a scarf or shawl in a favourite yarn. The 64 patterns will inspire crochet workers, both beginners and advanced, who are familiar with Renate's earlier books, Crochet Techniques and Bring Colour to Crochet. Freeformers will discover some novel stitches and enjoy incorporating many of these patterns into their work, whether using this book on its own or in conjunction with ideas inspired by Renate's Freeform Crochet and Beyond.

350 stitch patterns you'll use again and again

"Knitting Stitches VISUAL Encyclopedia" gives you quick visual access to a comprehensive collection of stitch combinations that enable you to create your own designs or modify existing patterns with ease. Each stitch is accompanied by a full-color photo and diagram to make learning even easier, while sidebars guide you through tricky parts of various stitch patterns.

knit and purl patterns

ribs

bobbles and textured stitches

slipstitch patterns

twist-stitch patterns

cables

drop-stitch, eyelet, and lace patterns

borders and edgings

color knitting patterns

". . . will make knitters drool. Fans of Noro will adore this one, and those new to the yarn will want to get started ASAP." --Booklist Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Noro's incomparable Kureyon yarn with this stunning collection of projects! When it comes to color and quality few yarns compare to Noro's ultra-soft Kureyon (Japanese for "crayon"). It's a joy to knit with, with luscious colorways that turn every project into a work of art. This stunning volume in the Knit Noro series commemorates the yarn's 30-year milestone with 30 vibrant projects, from quick cowls and hats to more intricate cardigans and blankets. Create such gorgeous items as a showstopping shawl of neutrals accented with bright earth tones, a multidirectional cardigan that makes the most of Noro's color striping, a Picasso-esque modular blanket, and a star-motif capelet.

Crochet has boomed in recent years, offering craft lovers a new way to make thoughtful gifts, inexpensive accessories and homemade decorations. The Big Book of Crochet Stitches is the perfect companion for crochet crafters of any skill level that are looking to discover fun and creative new stitches. Packed with all of the basic techniques to inform or refresh your memory, this book contains all of the information and step by step explanations that you need to complete an array of stitches that will mean you can tackle your next crochet project with confidence.