Picture Perfect Knits

by Laura Birek
Picture Perfect Knits
Author: Laura Birek
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2012-02-17
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0811872157
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Just what the heck is intarsia anyway? One of the most overlooked knitting techniques, intarsia allows knitters to add graphics—think argyle diamonds or mod motifsto their knits. There's no tricky double stranding and knitters can incorporate intarsia into almost any project—be it a cozy blanket or tiny mittens. This handy guide includes instructions to make 12 projects plus more than 50 intarsia graphs that can be used to customize almost any knit. Clear instructions, helpful illustrations, and finished project photos make it simple to learn the basics. There are even some blank charts so knitters can invent their own patterns. It's easy. It's fun. And the results are totally picture perfect! Special guest designers include: Lena Corwin, Jenny Hart of Sublime Stitching, Sarah Neuberger of Small Object, Shannon Okey of Knitgrrl, Denyse Schmidt, and more!

Picture Knits

by Betty Barnden
Picture Knits
Author: Betty Barnden
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005
Genre: Knitting
ISBN: 9781844480616
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Learn how to create your very own unique picture knits and choose from over 50 colourful designs and motifs. This easy-to-use book explains everything you need to know in order to produce wonderful decorated knitwear and accessories for yourself, your friends, and your family. Explains the essential tools and techniques, from casting on and joining in new yarn to assembling and finishing your piece. Step-by-step photos and illustrations show how to work the stitches. The directory of motifs includes flowers, animals, birds, children's designs, and alphabets. Each is graded according to level of expertise, and includes simple row-by-row instructions and colour charts. Simple projects show how to incorporate your designs into purses, beanie hats, scarves, bags, and sweaters.

Geek Knits

by Toni Carr
Geek Knits
Author: Toni Carr
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2015-06-02
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 125005138X
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Includes index. d compendium of knitting patterns definitely leans

America Knits

by Melanie Falick
America Knits
Author: Melanie Falick
Publisher: Artisan Books
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781579652876
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Highlighted by profiles of a number of artisans and farmers, this beautifully illustrated handbook presents thirty original knitting patterns, ranging in difficulty from basic to advanced and in style from traditional to contemporary. Originally published as Knitting in America. Reprint.

Knitting the Perfect Fit

by Melissa Leapman
Knitting the Perfect Fit
Author: Melissa Leapman
Publisher: Potter Craft
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2012-08-07
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0307965724
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This is the first book that delves deeply into easily mastered techniques that can be used to adapt and customise any project. Knitting the Perfect Fit is an invaluable guide for anyone interested in learning and perfecting shaping details in their knitting. Acclaimed designer and teacher Melissa Leapman distills one of her most in-demand workshops into an authoritative guide that will help knitters understand how designer details and shaping actually work. From a variety of necklines and arm details to different trompe l'oeil shaping techniques that offer a more slimming and flattering look to any garment no matter your body type. Each technique is thoroughly explained with tips and exercised and then showcased in 21 appealing projects that allow knitters to practise their new skills.

You Will Be Able to Knit by the End of This Book

by Rosie Fletcher
You Will Be Able to Knit by the End of This Book
Author: Rosie Fletcher
Publisher: Ilex Press
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2020-08-06
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1781578117
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From your first stitch to your own complete clothing & homeware projects, this book will guide you from novice to pro. You want to learn to knit, but somehow you always end up in a tangle of knotted yarn and baffled by complicated and conflicting advice. This beginner's handbook goes back to basics, with clear step-by-step illustrations demonstrating how to cast on and how to ace a range of stitches, while 15 easy projects allow you to practise your skills and build your confidence. You Will Be Able to Knit by the End of This Book provides a simple guide to picking up your knitting needles and getting started, and it helps to build your confidence slowly, as you practise and perfect skills and techniques. By the end of the book, you will be able to knit a range of projects including a simple headband, tablet case and even a doorstop. So take some time for yourself, learn a new skill, and enjoy crafting gifts for your friends, family and home with this beautiful book by your side. Projects include: - Super chunky scarf - Mittens - Blanket - Baby booties - Cushion - Hot water bottle case - Teddy - Triangle shawl

Picture Perfect

by Jill Zimmerman Rutledge
Picture Perfect
Author: Jill Zimmerman Rutledge
Publisher: Health Communications, Inc.
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2007-06
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0757306071
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Describes how to have a healthy outlook at body image, how to eat good foods, exercise, how to deal with being teased about your body, and learn how to feel better.

Sweater 101

by Cheryl Brunette
Sweater 101
Author: Cheryl Brunette
Publisher:
Total Pages: 39
Release: 1992
Genre: Knitting
ISBN: 9781882166015
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Annetarsia Knits

by Anne Berk
Annetarsia Knits
Author: Anne Berk
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2014-08-01
Genre: Knitting
ISBN: 9780989463805
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"Annetarsia Knits" is a reference book for learning to knit intarsia flat or in the round, in stockinette or garter stitch. The book includes workshops, a motif library, and 28 patterns for using the new techniques. Content is designed for knitters of all skill levels.