Author: Deborah Newto
Publisher: Taunton Pre
Keywords: knitwear, designing
Number of Pages: 272
Published: 1998-09-01
List price: $24.95
ISBN-10: 1561582654
ISBN-13: 9781561582655

This work aims to offer the reader instructions on how to create their own knitted designs. It provides information on finding inspiration, working with colour, learning to see, using dressmaker details and finishing techniques. The reader is encouraged to develop their own original patterns.

Author: Shirley Paden
Publisher: Interweave Press
Keywords: guide, handknits, comprehensive, workshop, design, knitwear
Number of Pages: 344
Published: 2010-03-01
List price: $40.00
ISBN-10: 1596680865
ISBN-13: 9781596680869

From the initial spark of inspiration to the sewing of the last seam, this advanced manual to knitwear design provides knitters with the foundation to take their projects to the next level. The four exceptional projects demonstrate the level of uniqueness and beauty that can be achieved with these expert techniques and how to achieve the elusive “perfect fit” that defines a successful end product. Knitters will gain a clearer understanding of commercial pattern instructions, improve their attention to detail with a meaningful test swatch, and acquire a stronger knowledge of proper body an

Author: Threads Editors
Publisher: Taunton
Keywords: threads, design, knitwear, colorful
Number of Pages: 96
Published: 1994-07-15
List price: $15.95
ISBN-10: 1561580821
ISBN-13: 9781561580828

In this collection of 19 articles from "Threads" magazine, knitting experts share design ideas and techniques to help readers create knits that flatter and fit and are enjoyable to make. Knitters will find practical information on how to: blend colours and fibres; make textural stitches; chart free-form geometric designs; make custom-embroidered embellishments, and inters; and create perfect ribbons, pockets and cardigan bands. It guides knitters through picking the fibre, colour and texture to choosing the finishing technique. The book is illustrated throughout and includes eight sweater sche