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Knitting Books
Note: We'll be building our list of books here over the next few months. If you don't see something you need, be sure to email or call, chances are we have it!
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New Pathways for Sock Knitters by Cat Bordhi $28.95 8 new kinds of sock architecture, 26 individual patterns and 8 master patterns (which can be made in any size, any gauge, with infinite variations) |
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SOCKS SOAR
ON TWO CIRCULAR NEEDLES by Cat Bordhi Price: $16.95 This is the first sock book devoted to teaching the simple mysteries of two-circular-needle-sock-knitting, a more efficient and easier method which is rapidly gaining converts. Eleven original designs, clearly worded instructions, photographs, charts. |
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Shadow Knitting by Vivian Høxbro $21.95 Do you believe in magic? If you don’t, shadow knitting will win you over. This form of knitting uses a simple technique of alternating rows of dark and light yarn to produce a subtle patterning that appears and disappears depending on the angle from which it’s viewed. The mysteries of this clever technique are explored and refined here by professional knitwear designer and author Vivian Høxbro. 144pp Order before Christmas and get 15% off. |
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Scarf Style Pam Allen $21.95 144pp Expand your idea of what a scarf can be! This collection of 31 elegant, whimsical, and ingenious scarves taps the expertise of over twenty-five knitwear designers who offer new ways to think about this most basic of garments. Expect to be surprised.
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The Knitter's of handy Sweater Pattern Ann Budd 224 pages $26.95 Both a pattern book and a reference book, The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns has been created for knitters who want standard sweater patterns in a variety of sizes and gauges, as well as those who want a template from which to develop their own design ideas.Detailed diagrams for finished dimensions are included, along with a glossary of techniques and a chapter on design considerations. If knitting sweaters is your passion, look no further-this book is your definitive resource. |
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KNITTING ON THE EDGE: The Essential Collection
of 350 Decorative Borders 160pp $29.95 by Nicky Epstein Traditional edgings and embellishments in garment weight yarn is the topic of this collection. Previous edging collections were generally for pillow cases or lace collars. Organized by ribs, ruffles, fringes, and other structures these details are laid out on full sized pages with nice color photos and easy to read instructions to inspire your embellishing.
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KNIT ONE FELT TOO: Discover the Magic of
Knitted Felt with 25 Easy Patterns 176pp $18.95 by Kathleen Taylor This project book walks you through the process of making a hat or pair of slippers that fit, look good, and have all the durability that our ancestors have employed over the long history of felted knits. Good step-by-step instructions, graphic layout, and a variety of projects are a great introduction to felted knitting. |
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THE TREASURY OF MAGICAL KNITTING: Volumne 1 $26.95 by Cat Bordi $26.95 |
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The Knitters Book Of Handy Patterns Ann Budd 112 pages $24.95 More than 350 options for caps, tams, scarves, vests, sweaters, mittens, gloves, and socks will satisfy your need for basic projects in multiple sizes and all weights of yarn from chunky to fingering. You'll have the information you need to make the most popular garments, no matter what yarn, gauge, or size. |
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Color Works 152pp by Deb Menz The Crafter's Guide to Color $24.95 This is the first book to bring the principles of color theory down to a practical level and apply them to knitting, spinning, weaving, surface design (including stenciling and rubber stamping), hand- and machine-embroidery, beadwork, quilting, and paper collage. If understanding color is the bridge to creative expression, how did we ever live without this book?
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The Knitter's Handy Guide toYarn Requirments: Ann Budd Laminated pamphlet, 8 panels, 4 x 9 1/2 $5.95 This leaflet contains yarn yardage requirements for eight of the most popular knitted items: sweaters, vests, mittens, gloves, socks, scarves, tams, and hats. Based on the projects in The Knitter’s Handy Book of Patterns, the yardages are for sizes ranging from baby or toddler to large adult, and for multiple gauges appropriate for fine to bulky yarns. Keep this guide handy for those times when you just might buy yarn—always!
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The Best of Rowan |
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The Children's Collection:Alice & Jodie Starmore, 96pp,
$19.95. Out of Print |
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EASY PLUS-SIZE KNITS: 144 pp$24.95 by Trisha Malcolm 50 Knit and Crochet Styles (Family Circle) |
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1000 GREAT KNITTING MOTIFS 288 pp $19.95 |
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Let Lily Chin take your handknitting and crochet to a whole new level! Lily’s fashion-savvy designs have won her international acclaim and brought much-deserved attention to the innovative creations of “hip, young, urban knitters” like herself. Drawing on her extremely popular bead knitting workshops, |
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Nothing is more satisfying than creating something special for your home with only a pair of knitting needles and a ball of yarn. Hand Knits for the Home teaches you how to knit while you create a series of beautiful contemporary projects that will make stylish additions to your home.
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KNITTING THE EASY WAY Terry Kimbrough & Jean Lampe 160pp $19.98 Learn to Knit Sweaters, Scarves, Baby Items and More |
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CABLE NEEDLE FREEDOM 44pp Price: $15.00 |
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THE SHOP ON BLOSSOM STREET 344pp
$19.95 by Debbie Macomber |
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CONFESSIONS OF A KNITTING HERETIC
218 pp $18.95 |
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STITCH 'N BITCH NATION: 50 Hip, Even Funkier Patterns $13.95
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Folk Knitting in Estonia |
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Folk Mittens: Marcia Lewandowski, 120pp, $18.95. |
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Folk Shawls |
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Folk Socks |
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Gossamer Webs |
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Homespun, Handknit |
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Kids Knitting: Melanie Falick, 127pp,$17.95. |
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Knitted Embellishments |
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Knitted Tams: Mary Rowe, 104pp, color photos, b&w charts and illustrations$12.95. |
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The Knitter's Companion: Vicki Square, 112pp, $17.95. |
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Knitting Ganseys: Beth Brown-Reinsel, 160pp, b&w photos$21.94
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This book is designed to travel! Its long, skinny format and spiral binding make it the perfect size to throw in the knitting bag as you head out the door. Its eighteen sock patterns. |
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Knitter's Stash: 180 pp $19.95
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Lace from the Attic |
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The Lacy Knitting of Mary Schiffmann: Nancy Nehring, 96pp, $17.95. |
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Meg Swansen's Knitting |
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Slip Stitch Knitting |
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Small Sweaters |
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Socks |
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Tops With A Twist: A special Publication from Spin-Off Magazine, Interweave Press, 80pp, $14.95 . |
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Traditional Knitted Lace Shawls: Revised Edition. Martha Waterman, 112pp, $21.95. |
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Weldon's Practical Needlework: Presented by Piecework Magazine,
152pp, $30.00. Specify Volume II or
Volume III. several volumes left. |
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Knitting with Wire 96 pages
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