Knitting For Dummies
3rd Edition
Published on 22. November 2013
Book
Paperback/Softback
408 pages
978-1-118-66151-2 (ISBN)
Description
The bestselling guide to knitting brilliant, timeless pieces
This revised and refreshed third edition of Knitting For Dummies features new knitting patterns, refreshed and additional projects, a new bibliography and suppliers list, and improved step-by-step knitting instructions. Plus, from the book, you can access step-by-step instructional videos online that enable you to see and practice the knitting techniques found in the book.
From casting on to knitting in the round--and more--this new edition provides refreshed content and new images and access to online videos to help you follow along with the text. The book's user-friendly online instructional videos empower you to get started knitting immediately.
* Includes refreshed knitting projects
* Empowers you to confidently knit your own handmade creations
* A brand-new edition of the bestselling guide to knitting
Experienced and novice knitters alike can benefit from the step-by-step instructions and informative videos included in this new edition of Knitting For Dummies!
This revised and refreshed third edition of Knitting For Dummies features new knitting patterns, refreshed and additional projects, a new bibliography and suppliers list, and improved step-by-step knitting instructions. Plus, from the book, you can access step-by-step instructional videos online that enable you to see and practice the knitting techniques found in the book.
From casting on to knitting in the round--and more--this new edition provides refreshed content and new images and access to online videos to help you follow along with the text. The book's user-friendly online instructional videos empower you to get started knitting immediately.
* Includes refreshed knitting projects
* Empowers you to confidently knit your own handmade creations
* A brand-new edition of the bestselling guide to knitting
Experienced and novice knitters alike can benefit from the step-by-step instructions and informative videos included in this new edition of Knitting For Dummies!
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Persons
Pam Allen is a designer whose knitting patterns have appeared in such publications as Interweave Knits and Twist Collective.
Shannon Okey, knitting author and blogger, can be found at knitgrrl.com.
Tracy L. Barr is a professional writer and editor. Marlaina "Marly" Bird, a knitting instructor and Creative Director at Bijou Basin Ranch, teaches at national wool festivals and expos as well as online at Craftsy.com.
Shannon Okey, knitting author and blogger, can be found at knitgrrl.com.
Tracy L. Barr is a professional writer and editor. Marlaina "Marly" Bird, a knitting instructor and Creative Director at Bijou Basin Ranch, teaches at national wool festivals and expos as well as online at Craftsy.com.
Content
Introduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with Knitting 5
Chapter 1: Two Needles, a Ball of Yarn, and a Little Know-how 7
Chapter 2: Tools of the Trade 15
Chapter 3: Taking the Mystery Out of Patterns and Gauge 41
Part II: Knitting Primer 55
Chapter 4: The Fundamentals: Casting On, Knitting, Purling, and Binding Off 57
Chapter 5: Basic Stitches You'll Use Again and Again 77
Chapter 6: Techniques Every Knitter Should Know 87
Chapter 7: Oops! Fixing Common Mistakes 107
Chapter 8: Knitting in the Round 121
Chapter 9: Practicing with Simple Projects 131
Part III: Techniques for the More Experienced Knitter 147
Chapter 10: Adding Interest with Stripes 149
Chapter 11: Cable Musings and Interesting Twists 167
Chapter 12: Let the Sun Shine In: Knitting Lace 189
Chapter 13: Fair Isle and Intarsia Techniques 209
Chapter 14: Fulling Fun: Making Your Project's Presence Felt 231
Part IV: Making Knitted Garments 243
Chapter 15: Anatomy of a Sweater Pattern 245
Chapter 16: How to Knit a Sweater, Step by Step 253
Chapter 17: Getting It Together: Blocking and Assembling Your Pieces 269
Chapter 18: Finishing Touches: Neckbands, Edging, Buttonholes, and More 299
Chapter 19: Starter Garments 315
Part V: The Part of Tens 335
Chapter 20: Ten Quick Knitting Projects and Gifts 337
Chapter 21: Ten Unkinking Exercises for Knitters 347
Part VI: Appendixes 351
Appendix A: More Stitches and Cool Effects 353
Appendix B: Knitting Resources 367
Index 371
Part I: Getting Started with Knitting 5
Chapter 1: Two Needles, a Ball of Yarn, and a Little Know-how 7
Chapter 2: Tools of the Trade 15
Chapter 3: Taking the Mystery Out of Patterns and Gauge 41
Part II: Knitting Primer 55
Chapter 4: The Fundamentals: Casting On, Knitting, Purling, and Binding Off 57
Chapter 5: Basic Stitches You'll Use Again and Again 77
Chapter 6: Techniques Every Knitter Should Know 87
Chapter 7: Oops! Fixing Common Mistakes 107
Chapter 8: Knitting in the Round 121
Chapter 9: Practicing with Simple Projects 131
Part III: Techniques for the More Experienced Knitter 147
Chapter 10: Adding Interest with Stripes 149
Chapter 11: Cable Musings and Interesting Twists 167
Chapter 12: Let the Sun Shine In: Knitting Lace 189
Chapter 13: Fair Isle and Intarsia Techniques 209
Chapter 14: Fulling Fun: Making Your Project's Presence Felt 231
Part IV: Making Knitted Garments 243
Chapter 15: Anatomy of a Sweater Pattern 245
Chapter 16: How to Knit a Sweater, Step by Step 253
Chapter 17: Getting It Together: Blocking and Assembling Your Pieces 269
Chapter 18: Finishing Touches: Neckbands, Edging, Buttonholes, and More 299
Chapter 19: Starter Garments 315
Part V: The Part of Tens 335
Chapter 20: Ten Quick Knitting Projects and Gifts 337
Chapter 21: Ten Unkinking Exercises for Knitters 347
Part VI: Appendixes 351
Appendix A: More Stitches and Cool Effects 353
Appendix B: Knitting Resources 367
Index 371