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Author
Publisher
Hardie Grant Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
With Hip to Be Square learn how to transform five simple granny squares into 20 bold and bright designs featuring size-inclusive garments, stylish accessories, and beautiful homewares. All five granny squares can be completed in a wide range of yarn weights, colours, and types; they can be extended to create bigger blocks, and they are interchangeable within the pattern designs, giving the reader unlimited options and inspiration. As well as the easy-to-follow...
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Achieve your knit wardrobe goals faster with super-cute and super-speedy sweaters, vests and cardigans from knitwear designer Jaime Dorfman. Wielding colorful bulky and super-bulky yarns to expert effect, Jaime's designs are modern, trendy and flattering. These 18 size-inclusive tops feature updated silhouettes that'll fit seamlessly into your modern wardrobe, no matter your body shape and size. What's even better, these fun patterns vary in stitch...
Author
Publisher
Quadrille Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
We all have that favorite pair of jeans -- no matter how baggy or worn they might become. In the movement against throw-away culture and fast fashion, learn how to pick up a needle and rediscover the forgotten techniques and the joy of mending. In Visible Mending, Arounna explores why we should mend, and how to mend a variety of different fabrics. Work through the illustrated step-by-step instructions that will demystify mending techniques and discover...
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
A first-of-its-kind Japanese crochet stitch dictionary! For the first time in English, popular knitwear designer Yoko Hatta shows you creative ways to use a little leftover yarn and your own sense of design. You'll find round, square, triangle, polygon and Irish crochet motifs--from really simple to deliciously intricate--all waiting to be incorporated into your latest needlework projects. Make scarves and blankets using the all-time favorite granny...
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
Abrams
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"A knitting sourcebook full of patterns and techniques for making shawls and wraps with ease Kate Atherley and Kim McBrien Evans aim to equip adventurous knitters with the skills to knit and create shawls and wraps of all shapes and sizes and to help them forge their own shawl-knitting paths. Tips and tutorials address the technical aspects of shawl knitting, from shaping to adapting stitch patterns to making color and fabric choices. A gallery of...
Author
Publisher
Stash Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Learn to create lovely felt flower arrangements. Included inside are easy-to-follow instructions for cutting the felt from simple patterns, assembling the flowers, and polishing them up into detailed bouquets and projects, which include accessories, home decor, and floral gifts for year round"--
Publisher
Hardie Grant Publishing
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"This publication contains 52 knitting patterns by 46 designers, and is a true encyclopedia of socks. Patterns are beautifully photographed and laid out on 253 pages in the style Laine is known and loved for. The book contains patterns from the following designers: Heidi Alander, Fiona Alice, Gina Baglia, Ainur Berkimbayeva, Katrine Birkenwasser, Karen Borrel, Sachiko Burgin, Diana Clinch, Verena Cohrs, Valentina Consalvi, Rachel Coopey, Nele Druyts,...
Author
Publisher
Page Street Publishing Co
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"A successful knitwear designer and photographer offers expert guidance and instruction for beginners or seasoned knitters looking to improve their cable-knit skills in sixteen patterns for socks, hats, mittens, shawls, cardigans and more"--
Author
Publisher
Abrams The Art of Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Slow Knitting introduced crafters to a process of more mindful making through αve basic tenets: source carefully, make thoughtfully, think seasonally, experiment fearlessly, and explore openly. Now, this seasonal approach encourages knitters to delve deeper into those concepts, applying them to everyday making through a series of essays, projects, and patterns that explore the life of a knitter throughout the year. Organized similarly to a seasonal...
16) Instaknits
Author
Publisher
Stackpole Books
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"These 24 sophisticated, quick-to-knit projects are each expertly designed, fun to make, and easy to wear. From accessories like scarves, hats, and mittens to wraps and sweaters, all of the projects are ready for their social media close-up! Projects are divided into sections by the approximate length of time to complete, so it's easy to choose a pattern that both excites you and fits into your busy lifestyle"--
Author
Publisher
Insight editions
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Create gorgeous hand-knitted wearables and homewares with this easy-to-follow, officially licensed book of Beatles knitting patterns. The patterns from this fully licensed knitting book are inspired by Apple's exclusive archive of Fab Four design details and album artwork. Create adult sweaters, cardigans, accessories, childrenswear, and homewares that are cozy, gorgeously detailed and unmistakably Beatles. The patterns are designed to appeal to...
Publisher
C & T Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Transfer & embroider famous art from around the world! Each line drawing comes in multiple sizes with swatches and a color guide to get you stitching. Full-color paintings provide endless stitching inspiration. Each iron-on will transfer several times." -- cover page 4.
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