No-Sew Knits

No-Sew Knits
Author: Kristen TenDyke
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2014-03-31
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 162033626X

Learn how to knit a sweater seamlessly. Kristen TenDyke will teach you how to knit the perfect sweater--no assembly required. Through clever planning and some simple techniques, her knitting projects are shaped and joined as you go--all without sacrificing the pretty details. No-Sew Knits offers 20 garments that combine innovative construction and on-trend styling for comfortable everyday wear. Kristen takes the opportunity to introduce you to a variety of easier-than-they-seem techniques, while keeping each knitting pattern approachable for advanced beginners. Chapters offer basic no-sew patterns, interchangeable stitch patterns, cables, and lace. The results are beautifully constructed garments that boast eye-catching details such as seamless pockets, hoods, bust darts, and faux seams. Each knitting pattern features a Tip section that helps you learn new ways to customize your garments. Pretty and practical, the patterns in No-Sew Knits will build your knitting repertoire as you build your wardrobe.

Finish-Free Knits

Finish-Free Knits
Author: Kristen TenDyke
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2013-01-20
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1620331667

Imagine knitting a beautiful sweater without the stressful obstacles of sewing, seaming, and grafting. Welcome to Knitwear designer Kristen TenDyke's world of Finish-Free Knits! While exploring these 20 designs, you will discover stitch-free solutions to previously frustrating obstacles needed to finish a design. Kristen will teach you to knit sweaters with no assembly required. Through clever planning and some simple techniques, the projects in Finish-Free Knits are shaped and joined during knitting--without sacrificing the pockets, buttonbands, shaped collars, and more that is accomplished in most designs by sewing together separate pieces. In addition, learn how to shape armholes, join pieces as you go, use short-rows for shaping, and more. Once these stress-free finishing techniques are learned, you will enjoy the freedom to apply variations of each method in projects beyond the book. With Finish-Free Knits you can avoid the dreaded "Some Assembly Required" phrase forever.

Sew Very Easy Quilt Favorites

Sew Very Easy Quilt Favorites
Author: Laura Coia
Publisher: C&T Publishing Inc
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2020-03-25
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1617459267

Learn quilting basics from a YouTube sensation and practice your skills with 12 fun projects suitable for all skill levels. Her instructional videos have inspired thousands to start sewing. Now for the first time, sew-lebrity Laura Coia shares written patterns for the most loved video tutorials on her “Sew Very Easy” YouTube channel! Learn the basics of quilt making, from cutting and pressing to borders and finishing. Then practice your skills with a dozen beautiful projects—quilts you’ll come back to time and time again—all suitable for beginners and beyond.

Sew Knits with Confidence

Sew Knits with Confidence
Author: Nancy Zieman
Publisher: Krause Publications
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2013-02-07
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781440230332

It's sew on! What's not to love about knits? They're flexible and fashionable, extremely versatile, and completely wearable. But are they too tricky to sew? Not with expert Nancy Zieman at your side! Nancy's no-fear approach to this easy yet comprehensive guide will inspire you to try all kinds of knit fabrics in your sewing projects, for results that are truly rewarding. With this book, you will: Learn about a wide variety of knit fabrics and their best sewing uses. Practice basic techniques and pick up dozens of tips that will build your confidence. Discover how to choose the right knit fabric for your needs. Test your skills on 5 fully illustrated step-by-step projects, ready to sew and wear. Even the most challenging knit is no match for you and your sewing machine with this helpful guide. Let's sew!

Sew Beautiful

Sew Beautiful
Author: Kennis Wong
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
Total Pages: 606
Release: 2020-12-08
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1645671372

8 Patterns, 18 Variations, 1 Stunning New Wardrobe Stitch your way to a stylish new wardrobe with this collection of beautiful, modern patterns. Whether you are a seasoned seamstress looking for fresh projects or just beginning your sewing journey, you’ll learn something new from prolific designer Kennis Wong’s expert advice and accessible pearls of sewing wisdom. In Sew Beautiful, elegance and simplicity go hand in hand as Kennis guides you through 8 different patterns, each a closet staple you’ll be proud to wear. Well known for helping her readers find their most flattering fit, Kennis carefully designed each pattern for sizes 00 through 20, guaranteeing a finished garment that suits your taste, style and body type. And with 18 variations spread across these designs, there are so many options to mix and match! Slip into the luxurious Castlepoint Faux-Wrap Skirt on a breezy summer day, or bundle up in the cozy Taktsang Dolman Sleeve Wrap for a cool autumn night. Going to a fancy event but can’t find anything to wear? Wow everyone when you tell them your Palermo Tiered Dress is 100 percent handmade. With Sew Beautiful in your crafting corner, a vibrant custom wardrobe is at your fingertips. If you are experiencing issues accessing or downloading the Sew Beautiful ebook pattern files, please contact [email protected] with proof of purchase for assistance.

November Knits

November Knits
Author: Kate Gagnon Osborn
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2013-02-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1620331632

Fall is an ever-popular season for knitters, and with November Knits you can knit warm and stylish garments and accessories to make the season a little cozier. Popular knit designers and authors, Courtney Kelley and Kate Gagnon Osborn, join forces with all-star contributors, including Melissa LaBarre, Cirilia Rose, Cecily Glowik McDonald, Kristen TenDyke, and many more. Capture the essence of fall with 23 projects that range from casual cardigans and scarves to sweet, stylish wraps and sweaters. The book is divided into three moods: • Farm Hands is the most casual design section, filled with rustic and durable garments to shield you through afternoons of brisk winds. • Ivy League focuses on sophisticated and smart knitwear, featuring bold colors and classic styling. • Southern Comfort is ideal for holidays and special occasions that call for slightly dressier garments, featuring elegant knitted lace. With knitted garments and accessories by expert designers, November Knits is a must-have resource this year.

Knits for Real People

Knits for Real People
Author: Susan Neall
Publisher: Palmer/Pletsch Publishing
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2015-06-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1618470442

Unsure how to sew the new knits so they'll look great and fit better than ready-to-wear? Knits for Real People helps readers sort out the differences in fabric types and explains the fitting and sewing techniques for each. Photographs of knit fashions from McCall's, Vogue, and Butterick pattern companies provide inspiration throughout the book and illustrate the many types of knits. The many techniques explained include: layout, cutting, and marking; seaming techniques using sewing machines and sergers, including the use of the differential feed feature; creative embellishments, including piping, flounces, "peepers," and decorative serging; neckline and edge finishes, including bands, collars, and bindings; sleeves, hems and closures; and fitting techniques for tops, pants, and activewear. Knit fabrics are very popular in fabric stores and this book helps people take advantage by teaching how to fit patterns for this versatile material.

New England Knits

New England Knits
Author: Cecily Macdonald
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 434
Release: 2013-02-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1620331721

New England's seasons call for plenty of warm knitwear, and New England Knits provides an irresistible collection of beautiful designs. Inspired by autumn and winter in New England (where the savvy knitter is never far from a sweater between September and March), the book is divided into three themes: Walk in the Woods, Around the Town, and Along the coast. Within each section readers will find a variety of flattering, wearable sweaters and accessories (including hats, mittens, scarves, bags, and shawls). Projects by guest designers from Classic Elite, Berroco, and the Fiber Company provide round out the collection.

Stretch and Sew Guide to Sewing on Knits

Stretch and Sew Guide to Sewing on Knits
Author: Ann Person
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994
Genre: Knit goods
ISBN: 9780801985935

You can create a designer wardrobe for just pennies when you let Ann Person teach you the tips and tricks of sewing with knit fabrics. Learn to make tops, sweaters, cardigans, pants, and skirts with a conventional sewing machine and modern serging techniques. Includes 100s of illustrations and diagrams. Almost all knit fabrics are covered.