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A collection of patterns for afghans that mix Eastern art influences with classical and contemporary Western styles.

This wonderful book features 14 vintage sweaters. All of the sweaters are extremely elegant, unique, and comfortable to wear. The instructions are straightforward and pictures of the sweaters compliment them.

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.

Features traditional and original patterns that can be used to create knitted sweaters, along with projects for patterned sweaters and her advice for determining a design's color scheme.

Knitting guru Norah Gaughan shows you how to make rectangles, squares, and simple shapes—then fold, twist, and pleat them to create unique, fashionable clothes and accessories Simple shapes are ideal for the novice knitter, but the clever folds and fastenings of Knit, Fold, Pleat, Repeat will intrigue the experienced crowd too. These techniques are easy to learn, and the design possibilities—and new combinations that come to light once you begin—are nearly endless. Each design starts with a simple rectangle, square, or triangle and builds from there: to fold, drape, or twist the shape into a garment or accessory, and to introduce pleats, welts, and slices along the way. Every pattern has a gorgeous high-fashion style, and the projects are so addictive to knit—you may find yourself making the same garment in new colors and yarns so you'll have one for each season. The book includes thirty-six patterns in all, each with variations.

You've Never Knitted Rectangles Like These Before! Easy techniques turn knitted rectangles into 25 elegant garments and accessories. Shape garments and create beautiful details without increasing or decreasing stitches! Patterns work for plus sizes.Use Rebecca's inventive methods to transform the simplest knitted shape into elegant ponchos, shrugs, vests, tops, scarves, gloves, and bags. Many of the projects in the book are worked in surprising ways you've never tried before: top down, sideways, sleeve first, and even border first. And you do it all without increasing or decreasing your stitches! Simple beading, ribbons, and easy embellishments add the perfect finishing touches.

Here’s a fresh take on the crafts of rugmaking and knitting—the very first book of its kind. These 21 stylish rug projects are so eye-catching that it’s hard to believe that even novice knitters can create them. But they can, thanks to a thorough section on knitting basics, sumptuously illustrated with more than 60 how-to photographs; advice on embellishments, including embroidery, fringes, and tassels; and instruction on finishing touches, such as weaving ends, sewing seams, blocking, backing, and lining. Put this knowledge to work on a multicolored Big Needle Garter Stitch Rug, Knit and Purl Oval Rug, Thunderbird Wall Tapestry, and others. Every rug is beautifully photographed in a home setting, and includes patterns and ideas for modifying the design. The author lives in Longmont, CO.

Provides step-by-step instructions designed to help beginning knitters create twenty-five different kinds of sweaters.

In Baby and Toddler Knits, best-selling knitwear designer Debbie Bliss presents a stunning collection for newborns and children from hats, bootees, throws and sweaters to little jackets and dresses for toddlers. All are knitted in one of Debbie's favourite yarns - cotton. Smooth and gentle on the skin, cotton is a perfect all-season yarn, producing airy summer garments or, in an Aran or double knitting weight, cosy winter jumpers and jackets. An illustrated techniques section will guide you through all the techniques you'll need, and, where appropriate, there are also detailed charts. Enhanced throughout with stylish colour photos, this gorgeous collection is sure to appeal to anyone knitting for babies and children.