55 Fantastic Japanese Knitting Stitches by Kotomi Hayashi (with 25 projects)
$34.95
Hard Cover Book - Popular and prolific author and knitwear designer Kotomi Hayashi presents 55 innovative stitch designs-specifically for those who have never tried Japanese-style knitting before. These include re-imagined modern variations on traditional stitches as well as Hayashi's own innovative inventions, which incorporate influences from her travels all around the world.
These beautiful stitch patterns, influenced by knitting styles from around the world, include:
- Delightful reversible patterns – you get two garments in one!
- Patterns with motifs in relief that add dimension and texture to your knitwear
- Surprising variations on classics such as cables, basketweaves, bobbles and popcorn stitches, among others
- Patterns and stitches with unusual colour combinations, offering endless opportunities for creativity
Knitting enthusiasts will find endless inspiration in these pages. Among many others, you'll find innovative criss-cross, rick-rack, openwork, cable, waffle and many other types of stitching, resulting in beautiful textures and strikingly modern uses of color. In addition to the charts typical of Japanese knitting books, step-by-step instructions and diagrams for each stitch are also included. Hayashi shows you how to use these stitch patterns in one or more of the 25 projects she includes in the book, so you can try them out on gloves, cowls, shawls and more.
Alterknit Rebellion Book - Radical Patterns for Creative Knitters - by Anna Bauer
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Alterknit Rebellion is a collection of bright, bold and beautiful knitting patterns based on Honsestrikk, a Danish knitting movement from the 1970s which broke away from traditional knitting rules.
Honsestrikk is about knitting in a freer style so you have the freedom to express yourself and create truly unique, personalized garments and accessories. This collection of basic designs and patterns will enable you to choose your own combinations and create and knit your own free, radical knits.
Cardigans - Maja Karlsson
$49.94
Hard cover book. Dive into a world of warmth, comfort and style with Cardigans, a beautiful book bursting with inspiration that invites seasoned knitters and beginners alike to construct perfect cardigans from a selection of 20 projects.
Dreaming of a stylish summer cardigan? Or snuggling into a plush winter cardigan as cosy as a warm hug? The stunning images in this book will guide you to these projects, and many more besides. Divided into seasons, there are gorgeous, comfortable knits designed to suit every occasion and all types of weather, all using wool or wool mixed yarns.
Taking inspiration from Nordic pattern tradition, here are cardigans with a range of construction and design variations: multi-coloured cardigans, single-coloured cardigans, cardigans with braids or lace pattern. The patterns are available in a wide range of sizes, from XS to 4XL, and the instructions are offered in differing degrees of difficulty, perfect for novice and expert knitters alike. This book also includes essential knitting tutorials for various aspects of design and technique.
Whether you're seeking to express your personal style, make unique, handmade gifts, or embark on a cosy new craft, Cardigans is the ultimate guide to creating a wardrobe full of knitted treasures, stitch by stitch. So, pick up your needles, unravel your yarn and get comfortable as you craft the cardigans of your dreams.
Charming Colorwork Socks - Charlotte Stone
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Joyful Sock Designs to Wear and Share
Soft cover book - 25 whimsical sock patterns by Charlotte Stone of @stoneknits 🧶Get ready to cast on the colourwork socks of your dreams! Whether or not you’re experienced in knitting socks or stranded colorwork, you’re in good hands with Charlotte’s best tips, tricks and techniques at the ready. Easy enough to whip up in a day or two, these socks are perfect to make for yourself or gift to your loved ones—if you can bear to part with them!
Easy Knit Dishcloths Book
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A great way to learn to knit or to try some new stitches, this soft cover book contains 13 knitting projects that can be used as dishcloths or facecloths.
Please Note: All the makes in this book are knitted in 4ply/fingering weight cotton. Each pattern has stitch repeat information so you can convert to a thicker yarn such as a 10ply.
If you want to match this book with some yarn in a 10ply, have a look at the Fiddlesticks Finch cotton for lovely soft facecloths or maybe the Lily Sugar ‘n Cream for cotton dishcloths. Use 4.5mm or 5mm knitting needles and cast on less stitches if using a 10ply.
Minipom - Happy Knits for Little Kids
$60.00
A collection of 11 versatile knitting and crochet patterns for kids aged 0-10, Mini Pom reimagines classic grown-up patterns from the archives of Pom Pom for our tiny friends, as well as some new just-for-kids designs, all in the fun and modern style we’re known for.
Each of these patterns has been chosen and designed with growing bodies and the way they move in mind. From Mini Woodwardia, our classic and versatile raglan pullover, to Mini Battenberg, a granny square cardigan inspired by the most fanciful of desserts, and Mini Skipworth, the perfect little mittens for colder days, these are patterns we know you’ll want to return to again and again!
Mosaic Chart Directory for Knitting and Crochet by Anna Nikipirowicz
$59.95
With 75 geometric designs, mosaic crochet and knitting is an easy, versatile colorwork technique allowing the maker to create stunning patterns without having to carry multiple strands of yarn per row. Although it looks impressive, mosaic crochet and knitting techniques are easy to learn and fun to do. Mosaic crochet work is done with a combination of chain stitches and varying stitch lengths over a couple of rows, and mosaic knitting is done with a combination of knit and slip stitches.
There is a section at the beginning which looks at both mosaic knitting and crochet techniques with step-by-step photography and instructions so you can brush up on your technique. This is followed by the stitch directory which is grouped by theme including: Geometric, Aztec, Nature, Seasonal and General.
Every design starts with an introduction followed by a guide on how to mosaic knit and crochet it with colourwork charts and photography showing both knit and crochet samples. Each pattern has an ability grading (in hooks and needles) and they vary in complexity from very simple designs through to much more complex chevron and diamond patterns.
Outlander Knitting Book
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Seen the TV series? Now you can knit and feel like you are in the Highlands as well! This is the official book of 20 knits inspired by the hit TV series. Edited by Kate Atherley.
Quick Knit Baby Toys by Juliette Michelet
$39.95
20 beginner friendly patterns for baby toys in the sweetest of designs. This soft cover book uses one simple knitting technique explained with step-by-step instructions and photos..
The Art of Knitting Hats - Courtney Flynn
$44.95
Express Yourself with Vibrant, Unique Colourwork Hat Patterns
Soft cover book - 30 fun and inspired knitwear designs by Courtney Flynn who shares her secrets to creating impressive hats that make a statement. Pair bold motifs such as stripes, zig zags, hearts and falling snow with daring colors to create one-of-a-kind gifts and cherished handmade accessories.
Learn new skills like incorporating multiple colors of yarn to create exciting designs, and minimizing the appearance of jogs in your knitted pieces. Courtney provides plenty of valuable tips, chart notes and encouraging advice to help you make each piece your own. Whether you follow along with the color suggestions or have fun experimenting with new combinations, you can’t go wrong with these patterns!
The Sock Project by Summer Lee
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Colourful, cool socks to knit and show off. Sock knitting guru, Summer Lee, shares her knitting secrets for creating all shapes and sizes of socks.
Book includes 25 patterns, five different heels, cuff down socks, toe up socks, tips on sizing and fit.
