Teach Yourself Visually Sock Knitting

Author : Laura Chau
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118153189
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Sock Knitting written by Laura Chau and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-06-20 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Socks are portable, fun to knit, and quick to complete and they make great gifts. This step-by-step guide walks you through all the techniques used to knit beautiful socks from buying yarn to working on double-pointed needles, from turning a heel to grafting a toe. It covers knitting socks top-down, toe-up, and flat, explains how to create various heels and toes, and gives you a dozen original patterns for everything from baby booties to knee socks. Whether you're new to knitting or just new to socks, you'll learn the skills needed for a lifetime of creative sock knitting.

Author : Sharon Turner
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0471788414
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting written by Sharon Turner and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-03-23 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you learn faster by seeing and doing than by wading through tedious instructions? Then get yourself some yarn and needles and get knitting! Teach Yourself VISUALLYKnitting shows you the basics--photo by photo and stitch by stitch. You begin with the essential knit and purl stitches and advance to bobbles, cables, lace, and fancy color work. With fun, innovative patterns from top knitting designer Sharon Turner, you'll be creating masterpieces in no time! Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review * Each skill or techniqueis defined and described * Detailed color photos demonstrate each step * Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo * Helpful tips provide additional guidance

Author : Melissa Morgan-Oakes
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118167082
Total Pages : 262 pages
Book Rating : 4.83/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Circular Knitting written by Melissa Morgan-Oakes and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-07-15 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The visual way to get hooked on circular knitting Circular knitting (also known as knitting in the round) has benefits over knitting with straight needles, including seamless finished projects, easy portability, and not having to turn your work. Many crafters are intimidated by circular knitting?but you needn't be! Teach Yourself VISUALLY Circular Knitting walks you step-by-step through the process of circular knitting and shows you how to make a dozen unique projects to put your newfound skills to practice. Covers popular techniques including using double-pointed needles, working with one or two circular needles, and the Magic Loop, all illustrated with helpful photos Patterns range from scarves and hats to sweaters and baby sets Other titles by Morgan-Oakes: 2-at-a-Time Socks and Toe Up 2-at-a-Time Socks If you're a crafter who learns better by seeing and doing, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Circular Knitting will get you confidently knitting in the round in no time.

Author : Ann Budd
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 1620333147
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sock Knitting Master Class written by Ann Budd and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Work from the ground up with knitwear design: create your own socks! Sock Knitting Master Class showcases methods for designing and knitting creative socks, featuring signature elements and techniques from 16 top designers. You'll learn what makes good sock design, and then dive into knitting 18 spectacular, brand-new patterns featuring the widest variety of techniques. With patterns divided into two sections by top-down and toe-up construction, Sock Knitting Master Class explores such techniques as cables, twisted stitches, lace, stranded colorwork, entrelac, shadow knitting, and intarsia worked in the round. Plus, you'll discover inventive ways to start and end socks, shape heels and toes, and knit the soles. Sock Knitting Master Class is an all-star assembly of the most inventive, exciting designers working in socks including Cookie A, Kathryn Alexander, Nancy Bush, Cat Bordhi, Priscilla Gibson-Roberts, Anne Hanson, Melissa Morgan-Oakes, Meg Swanson, Anna Zilboorg, and many more. And you'll also learn how each yarn contributes to the overall design from Clara Parkes.

Author : Sharon Turner
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118153359
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting written by Sharon Turner and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-06-09 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of one of the top knitting primers on the market Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting has been one of the top knitting primers on the market since its publication five years ago. Now, updated with brand-new patterns, even more helpful photos, and expanded coverage of knitting techniques, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting, 2nd Edition, is the go-to knitting book for crafters who learn faster by seeing and doing than by wading through tedious instruction books. You'll get visual guidance on the basic knit and purl stitches and advance to bobbles, cables, lace, and fancy color work. Photo by photo and stitch by stitch, you'll learn how to knit socks, hats, mittens, sweaters, and more. Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Detailed color photos demonstrate each step, and helpful tips provide additional guidance Other titles by Turner: Knitting VISUAL Quick Tips and Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting Design Packed with step-by-step instructions and fun, innovative patterns, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting, 2nd Edition, will have you creating masterpieces in no time!

Author : Gwen W. Steege
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1603427708
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Knitter's Life List written by Gwen W. Steege and published by Storey Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2011-10-21 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knit a traditional gansey sweater with indigo yarn. Tour a spinning mill. Discover five ways to cast on for socks. Meet your personal knitting hero. The Knitter’s Life List is a richly illustrated compilation of 1,001 experiences and adventures that devout knitters won’t want to miss. You’ll find classic techniques to master, time-honored patterns to try, unusual yarns to work with, museums to see, books to read, and much more. Get inspired and live the knitting life of your dreams!

Author : Sharon Turner
Publisher : Visual
ISBN 13 : 0470121858
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting Design written by Sharon Turner and published by Visual. This book was released on 2007-04-23 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are lots of stylish knitting patterns out there, but sometimes you want to do your own thing. Maybe you've found a yarn that would make a beautiful hat, and all you need are basic directions for shaping. Or maybe you've had your eye on a cute sweater in a store window and know that you can make a better version yourself—if you could only figure out the measurements. This handy guide demystifies all that knitting math and shows you how to knit custom-fitted, one-of-a-kind fashions that express your style. Master patterns for hats, sweaters, scarves, shawls, bags, mittens, vests, and socks lay out the basic construction for each item in a range of sizes; you choose the yarn and decide which modifications and customizations you want to make. Precise master patterns show you all the steps involved in constructing handknits Master patterns give instructions for multiple sizes and gauges A number of shaping, edgings, and stitch patterns accompany each master pattern Helpful tips provide additional guidance Tables take the work out of knitting math Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo Color photos, illustrations, and diagrams demonstrate important concepts

Author : Sharon Turner
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118167066
Total Pages : 635 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Knitting Design written by Sharon Turner and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-04-19 with total page 635 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are lots of stylish knitting patterns out there, but sometimes you want to do your own thing. Maybe you've found a yarn that would make a beautiful hat, and all you need are basic directions for shaping. Or maybe you've had your eye on a cute sweater in a store window and know that you can make a better version yourself—if you could only figure out the measurements. This handy guide demystifies all that knitting math and shows you how to knit custom-fitted, one-of-a-kind fashions that express your style. Master patterns for hats, sweaters, scarves, shawls, bags, mittens, vests, and socks lay out the basic construction for each item in a range of sizes; you choose the yarn and decide which modifications and customizations you want to make. Precise master patterns show you all the steps involved in constructing handknits Master patterns give instructions for multiple sizes and gauges A number of shaping, edgings, and stitch patterns accompany each master pattern Helpful tips provide additional guidance Tables take the work out of knitting math Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo Color photos, illustrations, and diagrams demonstrate important concepts

Author : Carole Ann Camp
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118167120
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Teach Yourself VISUALLY Fashion Sewing written by Carole Ann Camp and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-07-15 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover how your wardrobe (and your wallet) can reap what you sew Even the easiest garment sewing patterns won't come together correctly if you don't have the skills to execute them. Teach Yourself VISUALLY Fashion Sewing is the go-to book for aspiring fashion sewers who learn faster by seeing and doing than by wading through tedious instruction books. You'll get visual guidance on the specialized tools and skills you need to move beyond the basics to advance to garment sewing. Photo by photo and stitch by stitch, you'll learn how to make darts, pleats, and gathers; work with facings and underfacings; and so much more. Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review Detailed color photos demonstrate each step Helpful tips provide additional guidance Packed with step-by-step instructions and fun, innovative projects, Teach Yourself VISUALLY Fashion Sewing gives you the tools you need to create fashionable new pieces and the skills to repair and repurpose old ones.

Author : Barb Brown
Publisher : Krause Publications
ISBN 13 : 9781440213694
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.90/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Knitting Knee-Highs written by Barb Brown and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 2011-02-24 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take your sock knitting to new heights! If you love knee-high socks, you know there are never enough knee-high patterns to keep your needles going. Inside this book, you'll find resources to fulfill your every knee-high need. From casting on at the knee to grafting the toe stitches, Barb Brown will lead you step-by-step through creating a fabulous pair (or pairs!) of knee-high socks. Inside Knitting Knee-Highs you'll find patterns for: Intricate colorwork inspired by ancient tapestries and modern-day indie dyers Twisting and twining cables from knee to toe Lovely lacework that looks delicate but can stand up to the wear and tear knee-highs take Beautifully textured stitches inspired by beloved knitting traditions Warm and cozy pairs created from sport and DK weight yarns And if that's not enough to satisfy your knee-high knitting needs, Barb shares her formula for custom-knit knee-highs, as well as instructions for converting sock patterns to make knee-highs! Plus, she'll show you how to make your knee-highs fit perfectly and stay up all day long. There are even bonus instructions for each project so you can try a knee-high pattern as socks, anklets or even leg warmers. Once you dip your toe into Knitting Knee-Highs, your sock knitting will never be the same!