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Author
Publisher
David & Charles
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
The adventures of Peter Rabbit and his friends have been delighting generations of children around the world for over 120 years. In this unique craft book, Beatrix Potter's iconic illustrations have been brought to life as knitted characters, allowing you to create 12 adorable animals from the best-loved Peter Rabbit™ stories.
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing Co
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Every knitter knows the innate joy of purchasing yarn, and many also know the stress and shame that comes with an out-of-control stash. No longer! Let bestselling author, designer and educator Marie Greene change your outlook on buying, organizing and using your yarn for good. With this tried-and-true guide, you'll rediscover the joy in your stash-no yarn diets necessary!-as you learn to find inspiration in the yarn you already have, shop for skeins...
Author
Publisher
Trafalgar Square
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Nina Granlund Sæther -- the best-selling author of Mittens from Around Norway, Socks from Around Norway, and Knits from Around Norway -- is a fan favorite of knitters worldwide for her attention to detail, her engaging color combinations, and her talent for breathing fresh life into Norwegian textile history. Now, she's brought together a selection of her personal favorites from her previous titles, plus a handful of brand-new patterns, in this...
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Popular and prolific author and knitwear designer Kotomi Hayashi presents 55 innovative stitch designs--specifically for those who have never tried Japanese-style knitting before. These include re-imagined modern variations on traditional stitches as well as Hayashi's own innovative inventions, which incorporate influences from her travels all around the world."
Author
Publisher
Stackpole Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"30 quick-to-knit projects for babies newborn to 24 months, each expertly designed and fast and fun to make. Included are hats, socks and booties, sweaters, blankets, and more adorable items for baby. Chapters are divided according to the approximate time to knit. Insta-Knits for Baby is your go-to resource for all those last-minute baby gift ideas!"--
Author
Publisher
Search Press Ltd
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
A Knitter's Year will see you through four seasons of clothes to make for your whole family thanks to expert knitter and internet darling Ida Wirak Trettevik. Packed with 30 patterns and inspiration and ideas for the whole family, these Nordic designed patterns allow you to create beautiful garments with your choice of wool or mixed fibers. Create jackets, jumpers and skirts for adults, as well as cozy winter gear for the children, with your choice...
Author
Publisher
Search Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Knit 20 tiny, adorable sea creatures! Choose from a shoal of ocean favourites, including sharks, dolphins and orca, as well as dazzling blue tangs, colourful clownfish and even a few mischievous mermaids! The sizes range between 3 and 12cm (1.25 and 4.75in), so these sweet little projects are perfect for using up your yarn stash. Complete with step-by-step sewing-up, stuffing and embroidery techniques, these fun, simple patterns are ideal for knitters...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Take your knitting to the next level with Knitting Stitches Step-by-Step. Whatever your knitting ability, this essential guide will help you master a huge range of techniques and patterns, including colorwork, fair isle and intarsia, cables and textural patterns, lace knitting, and methods for casting on and off. Find inspiration for your next knitting project or adapt a design you know and love with tips on incorporating different stitches into...
Author
Publisher
Search Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Christmas is a wonderful time of year for crafting! From imaginative handmade gifts to stunning, reusable decorations, this book contains 100 fabulous quick and easy makes for the festive season. All the projects have been carefully selected from Search Press's best-selling 20 to Make series and are simple enough for beginners as well as seasoned crafters.There's something for everyone in this book, including knitting, crochet, papercraft, sewing,...
Publisher
Hardie Grant Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
52 Weeks of Scarves is a contemporary collection of 52 patterns for scarves, shawls, wraps, cowls and collars, from Nordic knitting experts Laine. Nothing brings more comfort than a hand-knitted scarf - from a light wrap for cool shoulders on summer evenings or spring mornings, to a beautiful shawl as the centrepiece of autumnal outfits, or a cosy collar to be layered under winter coats. Whether you're creating a shawl for yourself or a cowl for a...
Author
Publisher
Stackpole Books
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Each of the designs is a classic, essential type of sweater everyone should own-jacket cardigan, turtleneck, oversize tunic, slouchy cardigan, hoodie, raglan pullover-and all knit in easy stitches but with added details to make them unique. Knitting tutorials and detailed instructions make the sweater designs accessible for beginner to advanced knitters"--
Author
Publisher
Abrams
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Helping you build your skills month-by-month with 12 levels of sock knitting, a proud member of the Muscogee-Creek Nation turns traditional sock projects upside down with designs featuring the most electric colors and wow-patterns ever dreamt up--
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