Knitting Saddle Style
Knitting Saddle Style

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Publisher:

Published:

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781616737825

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A dozen colorful and creative sweater designs made with one basic shape. This book of easy-to-knit charted patterns features 12 sweaters made with one simple shape and method of construction. Working with a saddle-style construction as each garmentAEs foundation, readers can create an assortment of unique sweaters for men, women, and children. Each sweater features one or more innovative design variations, including different neckline treatments; band treatments; stitch patterning and textural details; gauge variations; yarn variations; colorwork and patterning; and an array of finishing details. All sweaters directions are written for garments with sizing that ranges from X Small to XX Large. The appendix helps machine knitters adapt the method so they can knit the sweaters by machine, too. This is the only book on the market to feature variations on this classic garment form -- made popular with the traditional Irish ofishermano sweaters, which are prized for their comfortable fit. This book teaches readers both to knit and design as they master -- and modify -- one simple silhouette to create twelve unique garments. Beginner knitters will find detailed instruction to create twelve successful garments; more advanced knitters will be inspired to create sophisticated variations by mixing and matching textures and techniques. This book is the second in the series, Twelve Sweaters One Way, which features a dozen design variations on simple knit shapes for men, women, and children.

Knitting Saddle Style
Knitting Saddle Style

Author: Susan Guagliumi

Publisher: Creative Publishing International

Published: 2007-12-19

Total Pages: 95

ISBN-13: 9781589233386

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Features detailed charts and patterns for twelve easy-to-knit sweaters, all made with a single simple shape and saddle-style method of construction, along with tips on variations, differing neckline treatments, different yarns, finishing details, colors, and more, with sizing that ranges from extra small to double XX Large. Original.

Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters
Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters

Author: Ann Budd

Publisher: Interweave

Published: 2012-08-21

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 1596684836

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Fiber and yarn enthusiasts nationwide will celebrate Ann Budd's latest addition to The Knitter's Handy Book series. Answering to a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this handy book offers instructions for knitting five basic sweater types: circular yoke, raglan, modified-drop shoulder, set-in sleeve, and saddle shoulder. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges and for a broad age group. Following the basics for each of the five sweater types are three diverse patterns from top designers that illustrate some of the many ways that instructions can be used as springboards for creative expression, including color, texture, and shaping variations. Also included for intermediate to advanced knitters are personal design touches, detailed charts, clear instruction, and quick tips to expand knitting possibilities and maintain creative originality. A key reference for knitters of all skill levels, this is the new essential knitting resource on your bookshelf.

Knitting Pattern Essentials
Knitting Pattern Essentials

Author: Sally Melville

Publisher: Potter Craft

Published: 2013-03-26

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 0307965570

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Bring Your Vision to Life with Pattern-Drafting Essentials What’s the number one mistake that knitters make? They follow a pattern exactly! In this comprehensive guide to sweater construction, acclaimed knitting instructor Sally Melville reveals the secrets to creating or modifying a pattern so the finished project looks and fits exactly how you want it to. Pattern drafting has never been easier to understand as Sally breaks down each skill, including how to • calculate your personal measurements, ease, and stitch patterns • create a pattern for an existing garment that you love • shape a variety of necklines, shoulders, sides, sleeves, and hemlines • combine garment elements for an endless array of design possibilities • rescue a project when it doesn’t turn out as expected • finish your projects with a professional look • knit 10 original projects that showcase the elements covered in the book With Sally’s knitting expertise at your fingertips, you have all the tools you need to adjust patterns to fit you better than ever and create patterns that finally make your dream designs a reality.

Sequence Knitting
Sequence Knitting

Author: Cecelia Campochiaro

Publisher:

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13:

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Every knitter, whether a beginner or an expert, wants easy projects for travel, gifts or those times when following a complex pattern is impractical. Sequence Knitting introduces a radical and simple approach for creating amazing fabrics by working a sequence of stitches over and over again. Beginning with 1-row patterns, the book delves into the possibilities of this technique, expanding into methods for creating complex designs that can be worked back and forth, in the round, or in shapes like triangles. The book includes stitch dictionaries with over 190 fabrics, many of which are new and reversible, as well as over 40 patterns for simple and elegant accessories. This groundbreaking book is sure to become a classic must-have for every knitter s reference library.

Knitting Without Tears
Knitting Without Tears

Author: Elizabeth Zimmerman

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 1973-07

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 0684135051

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The author guides the novice and the experienced knitters in short-cuts and construction tricks and offers twenty original designs.

Knitwear Design Workshop
Knitwear Design Workshop

Author: Shirley Paden

Publisher: Interweave

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 346

ISBN-13: 1596685123

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From the initial spark of inspiration to the sewing of the last seam, this advanced manual to knitwear design provides knitters with the foundation to take their projects to the next level. The five exceptional projects demonstrate the level of uniqueness and beauty that can be achieved with these expert techniques and how to achieve the elusive "perfect fit" that defines a successful end product. Knitters will gain a clearer understanding of commercial pattern instructions, improve their attention to detail with a meaningful test swatch, and acquire a stronger knowledge of proper body and garment measurements.

Norah Gaughan's Knitted Cable Sourcebook
Norah Gaughan's Knitted Cable Sourcebook

Author: Norah Gaughan

Publisher: Abrams

Published: 2016-10-11

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 1613122918

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A groundbreaking stitch dictionary from a cable master, featuring 150 cable stitch patterns and fifteen garment patterns to test your skills. This guide for the modern knitter presents more than 150 new and innovative cable stitch patterns ranging from basic to complex and offers enlightening insight into how cables are engineered, how knitters can design their own, and how knitters can mix and match cables in a knitting pattern. Teacher, author, and master knitter Norah Gaughan shares her design principles and offers clear cable-making instruction throughout, always in a conversational, easy-to-understand voice that proceeds naturally, as one cable idea leads to the next. Master the art of cable knitting, then test your newfound skills with the fifteen garment patterns for wraps, sweaters, and accessories.