400 Knitting Stitches: A Complete Dictionary of Essential Stitch Patterns

400 Knitting Stitches: A Complete Dictionary of Essential Stitch Patterns

• Random House
• 999994131046
• POT-62732

<b>Whether you're a beginning knitter or advanced, whether your tastes range from simple knit-purl stitching to fancy Daisy or Moroccan screen, a dictionary of stitch patterns is indispensable! </b><br> <br>Young knitters, old knitters, hip knitters, traditional knitters: they all enjoy different styles. But every knitter from age 5 to 95 needs a good dictionary of stitches.  <i>400 Knitting Stitches </i>is a comprehensive guide that invites knitters to experiment with a variety of new stitch combinations. The book is conveniently divided into eight categories: knit-purl, crossed and cables, slipped, lacy,double, twisted, cast-off, and fancy stitches.  Making a romantic lacy wrap or a classic cable sweater? Whatever your style, there's a stitch in here for you. <br> <br>Each of the 400-plus featured stitches is accompanied by easy-to-follow written and charted instructions,as well as a full-color photograph. A section on basic knitting information and techniques at the front of the book makes this volume even more invaluable. <br><br>From advanced knitters experimenting with their own designs to beginners looking for clear instruction and explanation, <i>400 Knitting Stitches </i>is an essential reference for knitters of all kinds.