Knitting Ganseys, Revised and Updated

Knitting Ganseys, Revised and Updated
Author: Beth Brown-Reinsel
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2018-07-31
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1632506165

Originally released in 1993, Beth Brown-Reinsel's bestseller, Knitting Ganseys, is a classic in the hearts of traditional and modern knitters alike, bringing this historic tradition to your needles for 25 years! This completely revised and update version of the perennial bestseller includes 100% new photography, new patterns, and more! This special edition celebrates with new patterns for sweaters in the traditional gansey style as well as new explorations of modern gansey-inspired patterns. Full-color, step-by-step photography walks you through a variety of traditional gansey techniques and construction methods, plus contemporary sources for traditional gansey yarns are shared, making this as vital to your knitting library as the original.

The Complete Book of Traditional Aran Knitting

The Complete Book of Traditional Aran Knitting
Author: Shelagh Hollingworth
Publisher: B T Batsford Limited
Total Pages: 144
Release: 1982-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780713425703

Collects patterns for knitting shirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, and other clothes in the style of the Aran Islands

The Complete Book of Traditional Fair Isle Knitting

The Complete Book of Traditional Fair Isle Knitting
Author: Sheila McGregor
Publisher: B. T. Batsford Limited
Total Pages: 143
Release: 1988
Genre: Knitting
ISBN: 9780713460551

A history and sourcebook of Fair Isle techniques and patterns for the experienced knitter. The author explains the circular method and includes chapters on how to design garments, on knitting techniques and on the use of colour. Over 70 pages of patterns are featured.

Knitting from the Netherlands

Knitting from the Netherlands
Author: Henriette van der Klift-Tellegen
Publisher: Lark Books (NC)
Total Pages: 96
Release: 1985
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780937274170

Patterns for forty classic Dutch fishermen's sweaters are accompanied by vintage photographs and stories about the sweaters and the lives of the people who made and wore them

Knitting Around the World

Knitting Around the World
Author: Lela Nargi
Publisher: Voyageur Press
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2011-10-24
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1610597788

Here is the history of knitting around the globe, examining styles, techniques, and particular styles countries and regions—including England, Ireland, Scotland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Iceland, Japan, Australia, Canada, United States, Peru, Bolivia, and more. Highlighted are 20 profiles of historically significant knitters who are using particular techniques today—plus 20 patterns that exemplify knitting traditions from around the world.

Andean Folk Knitting

Andean Folk Knitting
Author: Cynthia Gravelle LeCount
Publisher: DOS Tejedoras Fiber Arts Publications
Total Pages: 158
Release: 1990
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN:

Traditional Fair Isle Knitting

Traditional Fair Isle Knitting
Author: Sheila McGregor
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group
Total Pages: 154
Release: 2003-09-19
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780486431079

Over 70 pages of designs include patterns for mittens, jerseys, jackets, hats, more. Practical advice on design and color provides endless variations and adaptations. 31 halftones and 17 color illustrations.

Traditional Knitting Patterns

Traditional Knitting Patterns
Author: James Norbury
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 246
Release: 2013-07-24
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486316904

Hundreds of knitting patterns complete with easy-to-follow directions and examples of finished work. Long section on fishermen's sweaters. One of the most comprehensive books available.

The Complete Book of Traditional Knitting

The Complete Book of Traditional Knitting
Author: Rae Compton
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2010-06-17
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486476472

Knitters of all skill levels will find this volume an excellent source of inspiration as well as a guide that ranges from familiar Shetland and Fair Isle patterns to charming, lesser-known styles of Norway, Greece, Turkey, and other countries. Illustrated with photographs, diagrams, and charts, it also provides instructions for 13 traditional garments.