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1) Satisfying stitches: learn simple embroidery techniques and embrace the joys of stitching by hand
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"With Satisfying Stitches, you'll learn to create beautiful embroidery designs and discover how creative stitching can relieve stress and provide a sense of accomplishment"--Provided by publisher
Author
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
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Bargello stitching is a form of needlepoint and making a comeback. There is a project for everyone, whether you are new to bargello, or are an original bargello fan. Tina Francis shows you how to combine bold, bright colours in attractive, almost psychedelic patterns to create the illusion of 3-D. Use her easy-to-follow charts and approachable instructions to create 15 projects including cushions, wall art, pincushions, bangles and a brooch. Bargello...
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Sascha Blase-Van Wagtendonk has discovered the secrets to perfect-fitting and comfortable crochet socks, and has designed ten patterns for the ultimate in style and comfort. All patterns are presented in a range of sizes from babies and toddlers through adult, and for both men and women, so every foot can be warm and happy"--
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Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Making is mindfulness made practical, and knitting is an iconic craft proven to have a therapeutic impact on well-being. The co-founders of the Black Girl Knit Club, Sicgmone Kludje and Vea Koranteng, have curated 20 modern makes, ranging from plant pot cosies to throws and snoods, to introduce the basics of knitting. Covering fundamental stitches and techniques including casting on, knit, pearl and moss stitch, Sicgmone and Vea show how these can...
Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Elemental Knits is for women who aspire to be ever stylish, more comfortable, and less wasteful. With knitwear designer Courtney Spainhower, you'll craft an appearance that truly reflects your spirit with a collection of 20 knitting patterns designed to enhance your wardrobe year-round. Knit with intention, selecting patterns and fibers for their wearablity, versatility, and how they enhance your existing wardrobe. 20 patterns explore a range of knitting...
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Big, Bold, Beautiful Knits Perfect for Beginners (and Procrasti-Knitters). With big needles and oversized yarn, anyone can knit up fun, stylish patterns in a flash! Alyssarhaye Graciano, knitwear designer and founder of BlackSheepMade, filled this book with quick projects perfect for your friends, family, pets and home. Especially good for beginners, thick yarn makes it easy to see all of your stitches as you're working. Even if you mess up, bulkier...
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
A comprehensive collection of stitch patterns from knitwear designer Wendy Bernard Stitch dictionaries are one of the most valuable references on a knitter's bookshelf, holding all the information needed to begin a project, hone your skills, and expand your knitting mastery. In the truest sense, a stitch dictionary is a resource and wealth of information-filled with the basics to get you started, the classics you rely on, and even some new stitches...
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"TAKE YOUR KNITTING TO THE NEXT LEVEL. Domino knitting has taken the crafting world by storm, with its flexible modular structure--easy-to-join squares, combined and recombined--and boundless design potential. Now, Vivian Høxbro, a Danish knitting expert with decades of design experience, takes the principles of domino knitting and applies them anew, with striking, dynamic results. Dive into quick, straightforward lessons for knitting endlessly adaptable...
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
In just a few short hours, you can create vibrant accessories, cheerful home decor items and handmade gifts that are guaranteed to brighten up every space and occasion! Crochet designer Kate Rowell combines simple stitches and smart techniques to bring you this stunning collection of eye-catching projects that work up in next to no time.--
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Your Mission: Knit a Drawer of Beautiful Socks! Inspired by the gorgeous sock drawers of Susan B. Anderson, Jasmine and Gigi of The Knitmore Girls podcast started the hashtag #operationsockdrawer in an effort to knit a collection of socks just as photo worthy. Tens of thousands of knitters have since joined the campaign to knit more pretty socks and the hashtag has grown to over 180k tags on social media. Think of Operation Sock Drawer as your sock...
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The centuries-old art of Fair Isle knitting evolved on the Shetland Islands, inspired by colors and forms found in nature, for a distinctive look that's instantly recognizable. Now, Carina Olsson, one of Sweden's leading experts in Fair Isle knitting, is here to guide you through this technique's fundamental principles: how to choose and combine colors in vivid, organic palettes, with over 20 sample patterns for sweaters, mittens, hats, and gloves,...
14) Easy knits for beautiful yarns: 21 shawls, hats, sweaters & more designed to showcase special yarns
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"Drawn to a beautiful, unique yarn, but not sure what to do with it? Look no further. Gorgeous hand-dyed, variegated, self-striping, speckled, and other fun yarns abound for the knitter today, but sometimes the color variations and changes can make it difficult to find patterns that allow the yarn to shine. Oftentimes, the simpler the pattern, the more the yarn gets to take center stage. With this in mind, Toby designed all of the pieces in this book--hats,...
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"The Textile Museum in Blönduós, located in northern Iceland, houses a unique and fascinating collection of hand-knitted Icelandic mittens, dating back centuries. Drawn by the weight of history and the wealth of traditional motifs on display in their beautifully preserved one-of-a-kind catalog, Guðrún Hannele Henttinen, an expert with a degree in textile studies -- and the owner of a yarn shop in Reykjavík -- has reconstructed patterns and...
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
Not your usual granny squares! Celine Semaan has designed more than contemporary and colorful 6" x 6" blocks to get your creativity flowing. Blocks are the best way to try out new stitches and color combinations, and they can then be used to make four projects, including a blanket, pillow, and wall hanging. There is a basic overview on color theory, more than forty granny square patterns, each with: written instructions, chart, and detailed photos,...
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the wide world of knitting by way of making your own. hat Knitting is an excellent handcraft and something people love the world over. But for the crafting faint of heart, knitting can appear daunting; you need needles (but what size?), yarn (but what weight?), and a pattern (but what kind?). Very quickly, knitting becomes another language that's tricky to navigate and even trickier to master. Knit a Hat teaches you everything you...
Author
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
A comprehensive reference for contemporary quilters, with ten projects included.
Learn how to create stunning modern quilts with the Modern Quilt Bible: the ultimate reference guide to patchwork and quilting techniques. Author of Beginner's Guide to Quilting Liz Betts explains over one hundred techniques used by designers to create eye-catching modern quilts.
Try your hand at improv piecing, free motion quilting, playing...
Learn how to create stunning modern quilts with the Modern Quilt Bible: the ultimate reference guide to patchwork and quilting techniques. Author of Beginner's Guide to Quilting Liz Betts explains over one hundred techniques used by designers to create eye-catching modern quilts.
Try your hand at improv piecing, free motion quilting, playing...
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"The best of Kari Hestnes's decades-long career in a single collection. Kari Hestnes has been a knit designer for almost 40 years--and she's a perennial fan favorite for her focus on gorgeous details and stunning embellishment, her flattering garment shaping, and her playful, vivid use of color. Now, she's revisited those four decades of challenging and endlessly rewarding work in order to bring together the best of the best, in one extraordinary...
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"This book is a complete beginner's guide, broken down into easy and manageable steps, to have you crocheting actual items as you learn new skills. It starts with the basics of how to choose yarn and hooks, and then teaches the basic stitches as well as chart reading, before going on to working crochet in rows, rounds, and more"--
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