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2020.
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"Slow Knitting introduced crafters to a process of more mindful making through five basic tenets: source carefully, make thoughtfully, think seasonally, experiment fearlessly, and explore openly. Now, this seasonal approach encourages knitters to delve deeper into those concepts, applying them to everyday making through a series of essays, projects, and patterns that explore the life of a knitter throughout the year. Organized similarly to a seasonal...
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The patterns and instruction you need to start crocheting and kitting today! Knitting and crocheting go hand-in-hand and are the most popular yarn crafts today. This one-stop guide to all things needles, hooks, and yarn will give you everything you need to know to get started knitting or crocheting. The book covers absolute basics such as selecting yarn, casting on, and even how to hold the tools and yarn, to understanding stitches, checking gauge,...
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David & Charles
Pub. Date
2023.
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English
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"Classic yoke sweaters never go out of style - they are the perfect canvas for textured and colorwork designs - and this collection of knitting patterns features12 gorgeous yoke designs that will have you reaching for you needles. Knitting designer Olga Putano has created three basic sweater patterns and four yoke designs for different yarn weights, so there's something for every season." -- Back cover.
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Tuttle Publishing
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English
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This exciting new Japanese stitch dictionary is from popular designer Yoko Hatta -- the founder and driving force behind the Kazekobo Studio. Though this is her first book in English, her work already has an extensive following in Western countries -- more than 1,000 of her designs can be seen on Ravelry.com. Hatta is one of several Japanese knitters whose patterns and designs have sparked an explosion of interest in Japanese knitting techniques and...
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"British diver and Olympic champion Tom Daley won the world over with his amazing yarn work on the sidelines in Tokyo in 2020. Now he is on a mission to inspire the next generation of crafters. In Made with Love, you will learn how to knit and crochet with all of Tom's joy and mindfulness in a book of 30 gold-medal-standard patterns. Included here are ideas for cool wearables, unique gifts, hip accessories, and appealing housewares. With projects...
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"A collection of bright, bold and beautiful knitting patterns based on Honsestrikk, a Danish knitting movement from the 1970s which broke away from traditional knitting rules. Honsestrikk, which loosely translates as 'chicken stitch' was influenced by the radical social and political movements of the time, including the women's rights movement, and this can be seen in the personal and political messages of the some of the pattern designs. Instead...
8) Easy knits for beautiful yarns: 21 shawls, hats, sweaters & more designed to showcase special yarns
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"Gorgeous yarns abound for the knitter, but sometimes the color variations can make it difficult to find patterns that allow the yarn to shine. With this in mind, Toby Roxane Barna designed all of the pieces in this book--hats, shawls, mittens, sweaters, and more--to let the yarn be the main feature"-- Provided by publisher.
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"The yarn retreat group visiting Vista Del Mar has planned their own activities, so retreat host Casey Feldstein is looking forward to a stress-free weekend. But the locale is also playing host to Silicon Valley entrepreneurs along with a flock of bird-watchers, and soon everyone is wound up. When Casey discovers the body of one of the tech gurus, she begins to suspect murder. With so many suspects and connections emerging between the groups, Casey...
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2016.
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English
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"When knitting superstar Amy Herzog gets complimented on her hand-knit sweaters, the compliments are often followed by "but I could never knit that." Now, you can! You Can Knit That is a clear, simple reference book and pattern collection that gives knitters the sweater-making confidence they need. Whether you're knitting a sweater for the first time or seeking to expand your skills to knit sweaters in styles you've never tried before, this essential...
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2019.
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English
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"While the Seaside Knitters get ready to showcase their new Danish-inspired event, locals can't stop talking about Tess Bean -- a bright-eyed environmental activist with a way of charming both animals and humans alike. Birdie's granddaughter is mesmerized by ethereal Tess's passion for saving the earth and ocean, and even Izzy's old Irish setter becomes attached to the young woman's gentle touch... Except not everyone is a fan of Tess and her strong...
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"As you explore this knitter/naturalist's notebook, you'll learn about the creatures she discovers and see her sketches, notes, and knitting patterns for each animal. Each animal is portrayed realistically, yet endearingly, from a leaping cottontail to a howling timber wolf--25 wild animals in all"-- Provided by publisher.
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2024.
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English
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Every knitter dreams of having a perfectly curated box of socks that holds all of their gorgeous handmade creations. Julie Anne Lebouthillier has created 24 incredible sock knitting patterns that are perfect for you to knit for yourself, friends and family to create the perfect box of socks.
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DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
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English
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"A ball of yarn can become anything you want it to be with Knit Step by Step. Taking you through simple skills, including how to knit, purl, and cast on and off, this simple handbook helps you decode knitting patterns and build intricate designs with eye-catching rib and cable stitches, structural effects, and multicolored Fair Isle and intarsia techniques. Alongside more than 200 clearly photographed stitch patterns and techniques, including using...
18) Batter off dead
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"Robbie and her new husband Abe O'Neill are enjoying a summer evening in the park with fellow townsfolk excited for some Friday night fireworks. In attendance are senior residents from Jupiter Springs Assisted Living including Roy Bird ... Roy is a member of his group home's knitting circle ... But when the lightshow ends, one of the knitters who sat with Roy is found dead, a puncture wound in her neck ... To help find the killer, Robbie's going to...
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Pub. Date
2019.
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English
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There are a total of 13 knitted animals - each with their own unique personality and style. The animals all have the same basic body, with a few colour variations and tail additions, so the clothes can be mixed and matched between them to create endless outfit possibilities.
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Interweave
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
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Master beginner and advance colorwork knitting techniques in Interweave's most comprehensive colorwork guide to-date. With chapters outlining more than a half dozen colorwork knitting techniques, The Colorwork Bible is your updated exploration of both beginner- and advanced-level skills with a vibrant, modern palette and inspired projects. Join knitwear designer Jesie Ostermiller as you learn. A variety of small-scale swatch lessons that help you...
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