The Essential Stitch Collection

The Essential Stitch Collection
Author: Lesley Stanfield
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Knitting
ISBN: 9781606520437

Written by knitting experts, this all-inclusive, go-to guide to stitches includes both classic and new beautifully photographed stitches. Each chapter contains row-by-row explanations, and the book features a knitwear design directory where you will find suggestions for incorporating your favorite stitches into your own pieces.

Big Book of Knitting Stitch Patterns

Big Book of Knitting Stitch Patterns
Author: Sterling Publishing Co, Inc.
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2005
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781402727634

Presents over five hundred and fifty basic and complex knitting stiches, which can be used to alter store-bought patterns or produce original designs.

The Knit Stitch Pattern Handbook

The Knit Stitch Pattern Handbook
Author: Melissa Leapman
Publisher: Potter Craft
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2013-11-05
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0449819906

Beloved knitwear designer Melissa Leapman offers a comprehensive stitch dictionary and guide with more than 300 original knitting patterns, including slip stitches, cables, and lace. Knitters love their stitch dictionaries. Melissa Leapman, known for her knitting references, shares 300 of her favorite stitch patterns developed over her long career. With basic step-by-step knitting instruction, information on how to most effectively use a stitch dictionary, and a wealth of original stitch patterns, this book will appeal to all levels of knitters looking for a comprehensive, yet portable volume. The book includes stitch patterns in five categories from imaginative novelty stitch patterns to traditional knit designs. Each stitch pattern includes a gorgeous photograph as well as written and charted instructions.

The Knitter’s Stitch Collection

The Knitter’s Stitch Collection
Author: Lesley Stanfield
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2021-11-09
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1782219889

A fabulous collection of 300 brand new stitches and timeless classics to knit This is a creative guide to the 300 knitting stitches you really need to know, including brand new stitches and timeless classics. An invaluable resource of original stitch patterns, this collection is for newcomers, designers and knitters of all abilities. Instead of being merely a round-up of familiar stitches, this is a visual feast of new material put together by two author-designers with a wide experience of hand knitting. It is a must-have addition to existing reference books on the subject. Organized for easy access, the stitches are organized into knit and purl textures and ribs, twist stitches, cables, lace, bobbles and bells, colour and intarsia designs, and unusual techniques including rarities like entrelac, double-sided fabric and mosaic effects. Easy-to-read charts are provided throughout.

Vogue Knitting

Vogue Knitting
Author: Vogue Magazine
Publisher: Sixth & Spring Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-11-10
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9781970048001

A companion to Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book, this ultimate stitch dictionary compiles the best of the Vogue Knitting Stitchionary series into a single volume. More than 800 stitches--including 100 that are brand new-- encompass knit and purl textures, cables, lace, colorwork, edgings, and other combinations, all pulled from Vogue Knitting. Patterns feature both text and chart instructions whenever possible. Featuring enhanced photography and hundreds of additional charts, this is beautiful, user-friendly, and a source of creativity.

Melissa Leapman's Indispensable Stitch Collection for Crocheters

Melissa Leapman's Indispensable Stitch Collection for Crocheters
Author: Melissa Leapman
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
Total Pages: 179
Release: 2016-08
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1589239296

Packed with 200 of crochet master Melissa Leapman's favorite patterns, this easy-to-read book will keep your hooks working for years! For all skill levels, from beginner to expert.

Knitting Pattern Essentials

Knitting Pattern Essentials
Author: Sally Melville
Publisher: Potter Craft
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2013-03-26
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0307965570

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.

Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary

Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary
Author: Dora Ohrenstein
Publisher: Abrams
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2019-05-07
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1683355164

This illustrated crochet stitch dictionary features 125 stitches plus handy shaping techniques and endless inspiration for creative crocheters. In Crochet Every Way Stitch Dictionary, designer Dora Ohrenstein offers detailed instructions for 125 beautiful stitch patterns. Plus, she explains how to increase and decrease each stitch pattern in three different ways—without shaping, with shaping at the edges, and with internal shaping. This hefty collection, ranging from lace and filigree to shells and textured stitches, is loaded with beautifully photographed swatches of each pattern, plus charted and text instructions. Ohrenstein’s focus on shaping techniques makes it possible to explore an array of variations without a pattern.

250 Knitting Stitches

250 Knitting Stitches
Author: Debbie Tomkies
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2015
Genre: Knitting
ISBN: 9781863514736

Perfect for new and experienced knitters alike, this book features 250 stitches with detailed written and charted instructions. In addition, each stitch pattern shows a large finished swatch in eye-catching colours.

Crochet Stitch Dictionary

Crochet Stitch Dictionary
Author: Sarah Hazell
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 195
Release: 2013-10-22
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1620331292

A great gift for new and experienced crocheters alike, Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers 200 stitches with detailed written, charted, and photographed instructions. With colorful and eye-catching "candy-box" sampler pages that start every section, this essential book presents hundreds of stitches organized in 10 color-coded sections: - Basic stitches - Fans & Shells - Bobbles & Clusters - Spike stitches - Post stitches - Mesh & Filet - Cable stitches - Tunisian stitches, and more! Each stitch pattern shows a large finished swatch in actual size, along with step-by-step photo instructions that clearly explain where the yarn goes each step of the way. Crochet Stitch Dictionary offers excellent useful instruction and inspiration for all crocheters.