Author: Beverly Galeskas
Publisher: Interweave Press
Keywords: knits, felted
Number of Pages: 112
Published: 2003-11-01
List price: $21.95
ISBN-10: 1931499330
ISBN-13: 9781931499330
Knitters will find specific techniques and instructions for felting their knitting in this detailed step-by-step introduction, including how to felt on purpose and not by mistake, techniques for both hand and machine felting, and choosing and testing yarns. They’ll also learn whether knitting swatches is really necessary and how big to knit a piece before felting. Twenty-four detailed projects include stylish bags, totes, hats, and mittens; warm and fuzzy vests and slippers; and decorative pillows, placemats, and coasters. With a section on embellishing felting and felting on felt (needle fe
Author: Gerd Fjellanger
Publisher: Search Press
Keywords: knits, felted, nordic
Number of Pages: 76
Published: 2008-04-01
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1844482553
ISBN-13: 9781844482559
With patterns for felters of all levels of expertise, this project book offers more than 50 colorful, inspirational ideas for traditional garments with a northern European flair. Emphasizing warmth and durability, these sweaters, scarves, hats, slippers, and bags all demonstrate the wonderful qualities of felted knitting and make great gifts for both young and old. The simple and attractive felting techniques employed in the book will enhance the skills of even the most accomplished knitter. Additional ideas for embroidery, beads, and other embellishments allow for a variety of finishing touch
Author: Laura Irwin
Publisher: Interweave Press
Keywords: accessories, knits, boutique
Number of Pages: 144
Published: 2008-11-01
List price: $21.95
ISBN-10: 1596680733
ISBN-13: 9781596680739
Named one of the Best Knitting Books of 2009 by Whipup.net Encouraging knitters to think beyond traditional patterns, this guide offers ways to construct and embellish work with smart and quirky personal touches that combine imaginative trims with hardware accents. Covering a wide variety of knitting techniques such as felting, intarsia, Fair Isle, lacework, and cables, the unique examples in this resource include buckles and bolts to close an intricately cabled belt, a chain handle to finish a felted bag, and grommets to complete a half-felted handbag. This collection of modern, stylish
Author: Judy Ann Sadler
Publisher: Kids Can Press
Keywords: kids, knits, quick
Number of Pages: 40
Published: 2006-09-01
List price: $6.95
ISBN-10: 1553379640
ISBN-13: 9781553379645
Knit some crazy cuffs to jazz up your jeans, jacket, sweater or hat. Make a cool drawstring backpack to hold your gear. Use big needles and thick yarn to knit these and many other projects yourself -- and get speedy results! You’ll want to knit up a few of each in different colors, and make some for your friends, too. So what are you waiting for? Knit now!
Author: Erika Knight
Publisher: Collins & Brown
Keywords: cherubs, little, knits, simple
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2008-08-05
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 184340477X
ISBN-13: 9781843404774
From cuddly toys to snuggly sweaters, every one of these knits, meant just for two to six year olds, is easy enough for total beginners to complete successfully! More than that, they’re so beautiful that they’re destined to become future family heirlooms. All the items use wonderfully soft, natural yarns that make the clothes comfortable and extremely wearable; there are no scratchy necklines, tight sleeves, or itchy collars to irritate a tot’s tender skin. Detailed illustrations show basic stitch techniques, along with alternative motifs and colors. Make an adorable classic cardigan, wi
Author: Erika Knight
Publisher: Collins & Brown
Keywords: babies, cherished, knits, simple
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2001-10-28
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1855859262
ISBN-13: 9781855859265
“Beginning knitters can complete most of the designs featured, and...the author includes information on substituting yarns. Visually, this is a beautiful book, with full-page color photos of each design and detailed close-ups. Among the many designs featured are an enchanting cashmere teddy bear, a lace-edged baby blanket, and classic baby booties. Warmly recommended for public libraries of all sizes.”—Library Journal.
Author: Sarah Paulin
Publisher: Lark/Chapelle
Keywords: chicks, knits, chic
Number of Pages: 136
Published: 2006-11-28
List price: $9.95
ISBN-10: 1579909973
ISBN-13: 9781579909970
Finally: a teen knitting book actually written by a teen who understands what’s hot and what’s not, what’s chic and what’s for geeks. Sarah Paulin loves fashion and she’s created a closet’s worth of patterns that will add flair to any hip chick’s wardrobe. With knitting so popular now, what girl could resist making the lacy shrug in bright melon, accented with eyelash yarn? Or a stylish chunky scarf with a loop detail and a kicky knitted tube that does double duty as either a top or skirt? In addition to the cool clothes, trendy knitters will find a journal cover with a fun flowe
