Knitting in Circles
Published on 21. August 2012
Book
Hardback
208 pages
978-0-307-58706-0 (ISBN)
Description
This is the latest title from knitting superstar and best-selling author Nicky Epstein. Bestselling author and knitwear extraordinaire Nicky Epstein once again offers a completely innovative knitting reference. A natural follow-up to "Knitting Block by Block", this book explores circular shapes that can be easily joined to create innovative and striking knitted pieces and garments. This collection features 80 patterns for knitted circles which can be connected to make 15 projects. Each chapter focuses on a specific technique, from basics to ornate, cables to colourwork. Each circle pattern comes with instructions, a full-colour photograph and a chart. Nicky then shows how to mix and match these patterns to create stunning projects including scarves, bags, toys, afghans and more.
Reviews / Votes
About.com Readers' Choice for Favorite Knitting Book of 2012 Winner"Leave it to la Epstein to run rings around the rest of us. In Knitting in Circles, the companion to Knitting Block by Block, Epstein not only knits them (100 different disks), she also transforms them into a riot of finished objects, including the gorgeous Eternity Dress fashioned from thirty-three circles and a flounce. From the showpiece Kaleidoscope afghan and the completely wearable Rotunda cape to the unconventional but interesting Circulate cape, Epstein takes knitters on a fearless playdate with pi." --Vogue Knitting
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Random House USA Inc
Dimensions
Height: 262 mm
Width: 221 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
1072 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-307-58706-0 (9780307587060)
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Person
Nicky Epstein is one of today's hottest knitwear designers. She has gained international recognition for her distinctive and innovative work, whimsical sense of style and informative workshops. She has authored numerous books, including Knitting Block by Block and Knitting on the Edge (9781936096015), Over the Edge (9781936096022) and Beyond the Edge (9781936096039). Her designs have also been featured in Vogue Knitting and many other publications. Her website is nickyepstein.com.
Content
Introduction
Notes on Gauge
Texture
Designing with Circles
Round 1: Basic Circle Shaping
Round 2: Texture and Techniques
Round 3: Lace and Points
Round 4: Colorwork
Round 5: Eclectic
Project Instructions
Stella Luna Pullover
Hemisphere Shrug and Rotunda Cape
Crystal Jacket
Spring Leaves Jacket
Brunhilda's Whirl and Capella Cover-Up
Esther's Hat
Illuminator Fringe Vest
Entrelac Capelet
Big Blooms Capelet
Daisy Mae Pullover
Circulate Cape
Starstruck Tunic
Rambling Reversible Cable Scarf
Circle Sampler Afghan
Le Cirque Baby Afghan
Kaleidoscope Afghan
Eternity Dress
[New Name TK] Shawl
Hoopla Bag
Cirles into Hats
Autumn Leaf Beret
Joining
Mix-and-Match Circles
Abbreviations and Techniques
Resources
Acknowledgments
Index
Notes on Gauge
Texture
Designing with Circles
Round 1: Basic Circle Shaping
Round 2: Texture and Techniques
Round 3: Lace and Points
Round 4: Colorwork
Round 5: Eclectic
Project Instructions
Stella Luna Pullover
Hemisphere Shrug and Rotunda Cape
Crystal Jacket
Spring Leaves Jacket
Brunhilda's Whirl and Capella Cover-Up
Esther's Hat
Illuminator Fringe Vest
Entrelac Capelet
Big Blooms Capelet
Daisy Mae Pullover
Circulate Cape
Starstruck Tunic
Rambling Reversible Cable Scarf
Circle Sampler Afghan
Le Cirque Baby Afghan
Kaleidoscope Afghan
Eternity Dress
[New Name TK] Shawl
Hoopla Bag
Cirles into Hats
Autumn Leaf Beret
Joining
Mix-and-Match Circles
Abbreviations and Techniques
Resources
Acknowledgments
Index