Special Knits

Download or read book Special Knits written by Debbie Bliss and published by Franz Steiner Verlag. This book was released on 2006-10-26 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The birth of a baby is a celebration, and Special Knits is based on our need to create lovingly-made items for new little people, in soft yarns that are gentle against delicate skin. Each stitch is invested with affection and care by the knitter. Some of the designs in this book are simple to make - their special quality lies in the softness of the fabric, usually a cashmere mix. There are other projects where the uniqueness of the design comes from a scattering of beads, a velvet bow, or an organza ribbon that frames the gentle curve of a baby’s cheek. Most of the designs require little knowledge of complicated techniques; a simple garter-stitch blanket is perfect for a beginner and is given a touch of luxury with an edging of satin. Easy knits are embellished with a ribbon or a scattering of beads, while for those knitters who prefer more of a challenge, there is a sampler blanket or a cross-stitch embroidered gingham cardigan. What better gift for a new-born than to create a special hand-knitted and unique garment. In an age of the throwaway, these are garments that will become the modern classic, knits to cherish and hand down through generations.

Download or read book Easy Knits for Beautiful Yarns written by Toby Roxane Barna and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-02-01 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawn to a beautiful, unique yarn, but not sure what to do with it? Look no further. Gorgeous hand-dyed, variegated, self-striping, speckled, and other fun yarns abound for the knitter today, but sometimes the color variations and changes can make it difficult to find patterns that allow the yarn to shine. Oftentimes, the simpler the pattern, the more the yarn gets to take center stage. With this in mind, Toby designed all of the pieces in this book--hats, shawls, mittens, sweaters, and more--to let the yarn be the main feature. The 21 designs are written at a level for the motivated knitter who has made a scarf or two and is ready to move on to something a little more interesting and unique. Sidebars with photos and notes explain techniques that may be unfamiliar to beginners so that you can fearlessly make any piece. More experienced knitters can relax into these patterns and enjoy their showcase yarn as it slides along their needles and becomes a masterpiece of color.

Download or read book Faerie Knitting written by Alice Hoffman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-09-25 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From New York Times bestselling author Alice Hoffman and master knitter Lisa Hoffman comes Faerie Knitting, a magical melding of words and yarn where the ordinary is turned into the extraordinary and where imagination becomes creation. The magic of storytelling and the magic of knitting—woven together in 14 original patterns inspired by each story. “How fairy tales are told and remembered has a great deal in common with knitting traditions. It is no mistake that we describe storytelling as knitting a tale, or weaving a story, or spinning a yarn.”—Alice Hoffman, from the Introduction of Faerie Knitting Featuring fourteen original fairy tales, Faerie Knitting is an entrancing collection of stories of love and loss, trust and perseverance. Seamlessly woven into the plot of each tale is a magical garment or accessory inspired by the bravery and self-reliance of the tale’s heroine and brought to life through an imaginative and bespoke knit pattern. From the Blue Heron Shawl and the Love Never Ending Cowl, to the Three Wishes Mittens and Amulet Necklace, each project is as wearable as it is magical. Lush, atmospheric photography captures the enchanted faerie domain while beautifully rendered charts and instructions are well suited for beginner and advanced knitters alike. Presented in an elegant linen case with foil accents that evoke the fairy tale tradition, Faerie Knitting is a rare gift for creators—and lovers—of magic.

Download or read book Special Little Knits from Just One Skein written by Cheryl Potter and published by Martingale. This book was released on 2007-04-01 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: They're called oddballs, orphans, and leftovers--those stunning but solitary skeins of yarn just waiting to be turned into treasures. What can you make with just one skein of yarn? Find loads of creative ideas in this collection of "one-skein wonders." Knit hats, scarves, shawls, socks, purses, and more--over 25 projects each made from just one skein or hank of yarn To get started, choose a yarn with a similar yardage, weight, and fiber content as the project shown Find designs for all types of yarns, from lace weight to chunky and everything in between

Download or read book Travel Knits for the Family written by Kate Bostwick and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04-16 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you going somewhere cold? Do you know what you're going to pack? Or do you live somewhere cold? Then you know the need for those everyday items to keep you warm when the temperatures dip. Kate Bostwick has put together a collection of cold-weather knits for the whole family. These are the items you should never leave home without, for a ski vacation, a weekend away, or just for the walk to school. After living in London, UK for two years and traveling Europe and beyond, Kate has become a bit of an expert when it comes to packing. Having learned from her own chilly mistakes, she has created a set of projects that won't leave you out in the cold on your next trip.

Download or read book 55 Christmas Balls to Knit written by Arne Nerjordet and published by Trafalgar Square Books. This book was released on 2015-06-01 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since 2002, Scandinavian knitting sensations Arne and Carlos have used their unique style sense to translate traditional Scandinavian knitwear designs into individual patterns perfect for holiday décor. Here they share 55 hand-stitched knits on a super-small scale, with knitting that’s fast and fun, whatever your skill level. You’ll find step-by-step instructions, how-to tips, and full-color photos for inspiration.

Download or read book Family Knits written by Debbie Bliss and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2007-05 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bliss shows how the knitted fabric can work to create a look: a simple ribbed yoke on a child's summer coat pulls into give an A-line effect. She varies the styles so that there is something to choose whatever your shape or size.