Light and Layered Knits
Light and Layered Knits

Author: Vicki Square

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2013-08-25

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 1620333902

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Create fluid, fashionable garments you'll wear over and over again! Best-selling author Vicki Square returns, this time creating beautiful garments made from comfortable fibers and light yarns. These are more than simply projects to make-they are truly knits to live in. The 19 patterns of Light & Layered Knits work in all climates, can be layered and removed at will, and are equally at home in a casual or workplace setting. Working with lightweight yarns in fibers such as silk, linen, cotton, and bamboo, Vicki creates pieces that will appeal to knitters of all ages. These versatile wardrobe staples-shells, fluid tops, draped tunics, light cardigans, wrap sweaters, and more-reflect the way that women dress today. What's more, most of them are conveniently sized for up to a "46" to "48" bust circumference.

Knit Shawls & Wraps in 1 Week
Knit Shawls & Wraps in 1 Week

Author: Marie Greene

Publisher: Page Street Publishing

Published: 2019-10-29

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 162414862X

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Easy, Beautiful Wraps for Every Season It’s all about the layers in Marie Greene’s new collection of 30 stylish, versatile shawls, wraps and cowls. Back from her must-have debut Seamless Knit Sweaters in 2 Weeks, Marie has created gorgeous shawls that knit up in as little as 1 week and wear like a dream. Easy to memorize and portable, these patterns range from voluminous wraps to cute cowls, making it easy to enjoy the satisfaction of a finished project or last-minute gift, even when your knitting time is limited. With Marie’s signature foolproof instructions, these patterns are perfect for advanced beginners and beyond. Whether you’re looking for a light spring layer, a summer statement piece or a thick toasty shawl, you’ll find a wide array of colors, shapes and yarn weights to complement your style, no matter the weather.

Knitting Outside the Swatch
Knitting Outside the Swatch

Author: Kristin Omdahl

Publisher: F+W Media, Inc.

Published: 2013-10-31

Total Pages: 462

ISBN-13: 1620334844

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Explore a new approach to knitting! Knitting Outside the Swatch is an exploration of non-traditional construction techniques for creating and joining flowers, motifs, and various geometric shapes to create inventive and dimensional fabrics. Kristin Omdahl presents a library of 40 original and innovative stitch motifs and shows how joining one or more motifs can create trims or whole fabrics. She demonstrates methods for center-out, top-down, and side-to-side construction. Enjoy 10 project patterns including shawls, cowls, scarves, and sweaters. Kristin illustrates how to interchange various motifs in these patterns and encourages you to incorporate motifs into other designs. Learn how to integrate these motifs into the body of a garment and how to decorate or embellish other knitwear by using motifs as edgings, bands, cuffs, and more. Think outside the box with this must-have knitting book!

The Best Of Jane Austen Knits
The Best Of Jane Austen Knits

Author: Amy Clarke Moore

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2014-10-09

Total Pages: 385

ISBN-13: 1620338831

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What would Jane Austen knit? Enter the world of Jane Austen through timeless knitting patterns inspired by the places and characters in her beloved novels. Designers including Susanna IC, Vicki Square, Annie Modesitt, Heather Zoppetti, Karen Joan Raz, and Kathleen Dames have translated their love for Jane Austen's novels into a stunning tribute to the beloved author. The gorgeously evocative pieces include cardigans, knitted shawls, bags and other accessories, and knitted projects for men and children. While the knitting projects are inspired by the fashions of the regency era, they are every bit as relevant today. Knitters obsessed with Jane Austen as well as stitchers just looking for wonderfully appealing projects will fall in love with the beautiful knitting designs. Essays on fascinating aspects of Austen's life and the regency era round out this inspiring collection. Topics include the places where Austen lived, knitting in Regency England, the yarns available to Austen and her contemporaries, and dressmaking during the time period.

Vintage Knits for Modern Babies
Vintage Knits for Modern Babies

Author: Hadley Fierlinger

Publisher: Ten Speed Press

Published: 2011-03-30

Total Pages: 106

ISBN-13: 1607741261

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Vintage Knits for Modern Babies presents twenty-five vintage-inspired patterns from the stylish baby knitwear label, Shescraftyknits.com. Owner and designer Hadley Fierlinger shares her lovingly crafted collection of hand-knitted, heirloom-quality garments for infants and toddlers aged six months to three years. From caps, cardigans, and mittens to booties, bonnets, and blankets–each pattern features delicate period details hearkening back to the 1930s, ’40s, and ’50s while offering modern comfort and a contemporary preference for natural and organic yarns. This is a delightful gift for mothers-to-be, grandmothers, godmothers, aunties, and others, offering a full range of keepsake projects at proficiency levels for beginner, intermediate, and experienced knitters.

Cozy Coastal Knits
Cozy Coastal Knits

Author: Rosann Fleischauer

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2023-06-01

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 0811772179

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Channel the coastal vibe all year long! Whether you live by the sea, visit once a year, or only get as far as your local lake, if you love the vibe of carefree coastal living, this collection of knits is for you. From the knitting to the wearing, each of the 21 pieces is designed to relax and bring comfort. Enjoy your knitting in the company of friends around the firepit or with your toes in the sand. All designs are beginner to intermediate level and you'll find just the right amount of complexity for interesting yet stress-free knitting. When it’s time to wear your knits, you’ll have a collection built for laid-back luxury: cozy shawls, sweaters, and ponchos perfect for throwing over a tank top when there's a cool breeze, a skirt for casual dress-up, and warm hats, mitts, and cowls for chilly evenings. Knit in your favorite yarns and colors to make your new go-to, beach-life wardrobe!

Knitting Light
Knitting Light

Author: Marie Greene

Publisher: Page Street Publishing

Published: 2024-03-19

Total Pages: 343

ISBN-13: 1645678504

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Chic and Breezy Tops and Tees Made with Gorgeous Knitted Details Now you don’t need to wait until winter to pull out your knits! Knitwear designer Marie Greene’s delightful collection of lightweight patterns using plant-based yarns are designed to keep you cool and fashionable—and show off your knitting prowess year-round. With a wide range of lace details, unexpected textures, and classic shapes, Marie’s well-crafted, top-down, and (mostly) seamless patterns are perfect for knitters of advanced-beginner and intermediate skill levels. You just have to decide what to cast on first! With Marie’s expert advice, you’ll be able to find your perfect fit in sizes S through 6X and create new closet staples to last a lifetime. Even for knitters new to plant-based fibers, Marie’s practical tips and tricks make learning to knit with cotton, linen, hemp, and more as breezy as the tops you’ll create. Imagine taking a morning stroll on the beach wearing the laid-back Jasmine V-Neck Tee or matching the blooms in your backyard garden in the airy Magnolia Flutter Sides Top. With these light knits designed for warmer weather, you’ll be able to say “I made it myself” all year long.

Layers
Layers

Author: Kristin Omdahl

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2019-05-30

Total Pages: 102

ISBN-13: 9781724397904

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Attention style-conscious knitters! Are you looking to expand your handmade wardrobe with attractive layering projets, using eye-catching but easy-to-make construction? In "Layers: Knit", best-selling author Kristin Omdahl created a stunning collection of garments and accessories that are figure-flattering and versatile.Choose from 19 gorgeous projects. Learn a variety of knitting techniques with charts, written instructions and a massive library of stitch videos & more at KristinOmdahl.com.

Interweave Presents - Classic Knit Shawls
Interweave Presents - Classic Knit Shawls

Author: Interweave Editors

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2017-04-17

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 1632506025

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Wrap Yourself in Timeless Knitting Style! A shawl may be the perfect knitting project. It's quick to stitch, the ideal-size for trying new techniques, and the end result is a versatile, practical accessory. Whether light and airy for a warm summer evening or cozy and cabled to protect against winter’s chill, you can't go wrong with a shawl. For this collection of classic shawl patterns, we combed through the Interweave archives to carefully collect an array of popular styles. Knitters at all levels will find something to keep their needles busy exploring lace, cables, colorwork, and more. Create a lacy layer with Ilme's Autumn Triangle. Experiment with color on the Impasto Shalwette. Or whip up the simple yet engaging Madeleine shawl. With patterns for a range of weights and warmth levels, this book will help you stay wrapped in stitches any time of year.

Nature's Knit-ch Book of Singlets and Light Covers
Nature's Knit-ch Book of Singlets and Light Covers

Author: Carol Balogh

Publisher: FriesenPress

Published: 2023-04-28

Total Pages: 145

ISBN-13: 1039160344

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Fashion comes naturally from Nature's Knit-ch ... Ready for another project? Choose from a great collection of beautiful singlets and light covers created by Canadian knitwear designer, Carol Balogh. Designed to take you through the warmer months, singlets offer versatility to go with any wardrobe. Add a light cover and you can transition easily from day to evening wear. Carol shares her love of natural yarns through 20 inspiring projects. These contemporary designs are sure to please all skill levels, from beginner, intermediate and expert challenge levels. She will: • take you through shaping a shell, creating necklines and armholes and finishing them flawlessly • share some of her favorite knitting techniques to build your knitting know-how • provide some inspiring ways to embellish your knits by adding beads, buttons and art yarns Enjoy these inspiring designs. Just add your creative energy and knit!