Teach Yourself VISUALLY Circular Knitting
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Circular Knitting

Author: Melissa Morgan-Oakes

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-07-15

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 1118167082

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The visual way to get hooked on circular knitting Circular knitting (also known as knitting in the round) has benefits over knitting with straight needles, including seamless finished projects, easy portability, and not having to turn your work. Many crafters are intimidated by circular knitting?but you needn't be! Teach Yourself VISUALLY Circular Knitting walks you step-by-step through the process of circular knitting and shows you how to make a dozen unique projects to put your newfound skills to practice. Covers popular techniques including using double-pointed needles, working with one or two circular needles, and the Magic Loop, all illustrated with helpful photos Patterns range from scarves and hats to sweaters and baby sets Other titles by Morgan-Oakes: 2-at-a-Time Socks and Toe Up 2-at-a-Time Socks If you're a crafter who learns better by seeing and doing, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Circular Knitting will get you confidently knitting in the round in no time.

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Sock Knitting
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Sock Knitting

Author: Laura Chau

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-06-20

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 1118153189

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Socks are portable, fun to knit, and quick to complete and they make great gifts. This step-by-step guide walks you through all the techniques used to knit beautiful socks from buying yarn to working on double-pointed needles, from turning a heel to grafting a toe. It covers knitting socks top-down, toe-up, and flat, explains how to create various heels and toes, and gives you a dozen original patterns for everything from baby booties to knee socks. Whether you're new to knitting or just new to socks, you'll learn the skills needed for a lifetime of creative sock knitting.

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting

Author: Sharon Turner

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2006-03-23

Total Pages: 303

ISBN-13: 0471788414

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Do you learn faster by seeing and doing than by wading through tedious instructions? Then get yourself some yarn and needles and get knitting! Teach Yourself VISUALLYKnitting shows you the basics--photo by photo and stitch by stitch. You begin with the essential knit and purl stitches and advance to bobbles, cables, lace, and fancy color work. With fun, innovative patterns from top knitting designer Sharon Turner, you'll be creating masterpieces in no time! Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review * Each skill or techniqueis defined and described * Detailed color photos demonstrate each step * Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo * Helpful tips provide additional guidance

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Color Knitting
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Color Knitting

Author: Mary Scott Huff

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-04-04

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1118236343

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The visual way to add color to your knitting Are you a knitter looking to expand your knowledge and take on new challenges? Color adds vibrant, complex patterns to sweaters, hats, mittens, and more. For the uninitiated, color knitting can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Teach Yourself VISUALLY Color Knitting explains, step by step, the various methods and gives you a variety of projects so that you can put your newfound skills to use. Working with color—whether it's one richly toned variegated handspun yarn or multiple colors worked in an intricate pattern—is a great way to advance from basic projects to more complex and satisfying ones. Photo by photo, you'll learn all the techniques, including stripes, slip-stitch knitting, Fair Isle (stranded knitting), intarsia, and entrelac. Plus, you'll get some lessons on color theory and discover how to put together beautiful color combinations. Features 21 patterns using various colorwork skills Includes a stitch pattern dictionary for each technique Photos and detailed explanations make learning easy If you're a crafter who learns better by seeing and doing, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Color Knitting will get you confidently knitting colorwork in no time.

Knitting Circles around Socks
Knitting Circles around Socks

Author: Antje Gillingham

Publisher: Martingale

Published: 2007-08-07

Total Pages: 240

ISBN-13: 1604681004

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Why knit one sock and then start all over again to make a match? Instead, knit two socks at the same time on two circular needles! With this creative approach, you can slip a sock on each foot as soon as you bind off. Get off to a great start with one basic sock pattern; then experiment with seven more designs Make cuffs, feet, and toes match exactly from sock to sock; no more measuring as you go Discover how easy it is to convert any sock pattern for double-pointed needles to this ingenious method

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Crochet
Teach Yourself VISUALLY Crochet

Author: Cecily Keim

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2011-06-15

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 1118153367

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The visual way to get hooked on crochet The art of crocheting is timeless-and its popularity is evident in the surge of modern, sophisticated techniques like amigurumi and Tunisian crochet. So if you yearn for the skills to join this crafting revolution, this easy-to-follow guide is for you! With new patterns and even more techniques explained step by step, this updated edition is your go-to guide for learning how to crochet. Concise, two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Detailed color photos demonstrate each step and helpful tips provide additional guidance New patterns, more techniques, and refreshed interior design Packed with tons of step-by-step instructions and fun, innovative patterns, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Crochet, 2nd Edition, gives you the tools you need to create one-of-a-kind crochet projects that will add handmade flair to your home and wardrobe.

How to Knit Socks
How to Knit Socks

Author: Edie Eckman

Publisher: Annie's

Published: 2008-11-01

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 1592173942

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This book focuses on teaching knitters all three methods of knitting socks, using step-by-step photos and a series of helpful hints and tips. The basic designs are given in three sizes for children, women and men and are made with a popular self-striping yarn. Includes seven different sock designs. 48 pages, softcover.

Circular Knitting Workshop
Circular Knitting Workshop

Author: Margaret Radcliffe

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2012-05-01

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 160342766X

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Discover the pleasures of knitting in the round! Margaret Radcliffe presents classic circular knitting techniques — including Fair Isle, helix, and tubular — in detailed step-by-step photographic sequences. This comprehensive guide provides directions for 35 demonstration projects, so you can practice each technique on a miniature hat, mitten, or sweater before applying it to a larger project. With tips on how to adapt any straight-needle pattern for use with circular needles, Circular Knitting Workshop opens up endless possibilities.

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.

Once Upon a Knit
Once Upon a Knit

Author: Genevieve Miller

Publisher: Potter Craft

Published: 2014-02-04

Total Pages: 146

ISBN-13: 0385344953

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Iconic fairy-tale characters from storybooks, movies, and television inspire this collection of magical knitting patterns perfect for modern knights, villains, and princesses. Once again, Genevieve Miller taps a wide range of contributors (from knitwear designers to students) to create a collection of 28 wearables, accessories, and toys that can be knit for adults or kids. Inspired by the recent resurgence of fairy-tale and fantasy characters, these projects draw from classic stories as well as pop-culture phenomena featuring romantic, feminine costumes. Projects range from kid- and teen-friendly animals hats to an Alice in Wonderland beret to a crystal-embellished vest fit for a Snow Queen, adding a little dress-up fun to knitters' everyday wardrobes.