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The Knitting Book
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Something needling you? Take up the relaxation technique that's sweeping the globe. Granny no longer has the edge on knitting; twenty-somethings are making the craft their own. Our passion for making our own clothes and accessories has been reignited in this tough economic climate, and knitting is the new way to unwind and beat the stresses of modern life. Whether you're new to knitting or a wonder with wool, The Knitting Book is for you. Here the traditional, artistic, and practical craft has a modern makeover, in a sumptuous, fully-illustrated book that clearly explains the key tools and techniques you need to knit beautiful accessories for your home and wardrobe. With advice on contemporary styles and new materials, gone are the days of seventies-style jumpers for dad and back in vogue are knitted bags, cushion covers, drinks coasters, not to mention gorgeous and glamorous hats, scarves, and other fashion accessories. Packed with essential advice, inspiring ideas, and beautiful projects, The Knitting Book is the bible no knitter can be without. Hugely satisfying and easy on the pocket and the environment, knitting is the hobby for our times. Note: Content from DK's The Needlecraft Book will appear in this title, but the pages will be redesigned. Contents Prelims (5pp) Introduction (4pp) Equipment (32pp) To include: Needles - choosing the right one Cable needles Stitch gauges Crochet hooks Stitch markers Stitch holders Row counters Yarns and other materials (48pp) To include: Understanding yarns Yarn packaging Yarn care Animal fibers, such as: Wool Mohair Angora Cashmere Vegetable fibers, such as: Cotton Silk Acrylic Synthetic fibers, such as: Polyester Polyamide Rayon Other fibers, including metallic Essential Techniques (54pp) To include: Holding yarn and needles Casting on and off Basic knit and purl stitches Following a pattern Increasing and decreasing Cables and twists Slipping a stitch Correcting errors Stitch Patterns (68pp) To include: Simple knit and purl stitch patterns Simple increasing and decreasing patterns Cable and twist patterns Lace stitch patterns Colorwork stitch patterns Edging stitch patterns Circular stitch patterns Specialist Techniques (42pp) To include: Lace knitting Colorwork knitting Embellishments for knitting Circular knitting Toy knitting Felted knitting Knitting with unusual yarns Patterns for clothing and home accessories (94pp) To include: Understanding patterns Knitting terminology Abbreviations explained Quick-knit patterns Baby clothes Fashion accessories Home accessories Clothing Patterns for advanced knitters Finishing Off (46pp) To include: Assembling an item Joining pieces Blocking Picking up stitches Armholes and sleeves Hemming Edging GLOSSARY (2pp) Index/Acknowledgments (5pp)
DK Publishing; August 2011
402 pages; ISBN 9780756689438
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