If you think garter stitch is boring, with rows and rows of just one knit stitch after another, this new book from Rita Weiss is about to change your mind. Her collection of 50 fabulous knit garter stitches shows that garter stitch has many dimensions and many disguises. It can be used to make lace, ripples, mosaic designs, ribbings, and more. In fact, without using a purl stitch, garter stitch can even be made to look just like stockinette. All of the interesting stitches in this book are created by using only a knit stitch, yet they are fun to make and will add a new dimension to your knitting. You may find it hard to believe, but not one of these stitches uses a purl! 50 Fabulous Knit Garter Stitches (Leisure Arts #4926)

Craft trendy flower pins, a matching scarf and mitten set, a snuggly little bear hat, a fully functional and attractive backpack and much more.

Excellent guide for learning how to knit well, undertake new projects, and even create new designs. All basic procedures thoroughly explained-from casting on and binding off, to inserting zippers and lining garments. Over 500 illustrations show how to knit and purl, increase and decrease stitches, knit left-handed, knit with more than one color, make cables, and much else. Includes chapter on Abbreviations and Terms.

If you are tired of working the same old knit and purl stitches, now is the time to try something new. How about adding texture to your knitting with bobbles, popcorns and puffs! In this book from Rita Weiss, you'll find a collection of 50 fabulous stitches that you can use in many different ways -- for sweaters, for hats, for purses, for baby clothes -- for anything that you love to knit. And you can knit these stitches with any weight of yarn you choose -- from the finest lace weight thread to the heaviest bulky yarn. Add a few popcorn stitches to a border; make an entire purse with swirling bobbles; make a baby bonnet with petite puffs. Once you've started using bobbles, popcorns and puffs, there will be no end to your new creativity.

Ready to discover the joy, creativity, and relaxation that knitting can bring? Learn to knit with confidence using the clear illustrations and helpful tips you'll find in this project-packed guide for new knitters. This publication contains 20 projects.

Presents patterns for hats, scarves, bags, blankets, ponchos, shawls, sweaters, and three gifts.

At long last, a knitting book thats certifiably hip. Aimed at the rapidly growing new generation of knitters, Knitting Pretty offers up 30 smart-looking projects presented in language ordinary human beings can understand. Perfect for the beginner, the user-friendly basics section features step-by-step illustrations and instructions for everything the knitter on the make needs to know. The unique patterns-from cozy caps, scarves, and mittens, to pillow covers, kooky sock puppets, and even a paperweight-come with easy-to-follow instructions, helpful diagrams, and beautiful full-color photographs of the finished projects. From quick and easy projects to somewhat grander endeavors for the more experienced, Knitting Pretty makes it a pleasure to whip up warm and woolly masterpieces.

This collection of how-to projects will take a crafty kid's imagination to the next level. Building on a base interest of knitting, this book will show kids the basics--and beyond!

Want to try your hand at making gorgeous homemade goodies? These brilliant quick & easy cake decorating projects give you the opportunity to try something new and expand your crafting skills! From pocket dolls to kitten mittens, beautiful bunting to snazzy scarves, create stunning items for yourself, your friends and your home. Each unique project includes: Simple step-by-step instructions Quick makes for fast results Beautiful photography of the finished product to guide and inspire