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Books
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Scottish Highland Knits
Sarah Dallas with Wendy Baker and Catherine Tough
18 fabulous designs for men and women in Rowan Scottish Tweed. Clear instructions with diagrams, design templates and pattern charts; to fit from 81 cm to 120 cm chest (not all designs in every size).
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£8.50, formerly £12.75 |
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Scrap Afghans for All
Anne Halliday
Seven designs that are ideal for using up those leftover yarns. Delightful designs and a riot of colour. American terminology. Leisure Arts.
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£3.50, formerly £6.00 |
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Scrap Crochet: 30 great projects
edited by Connie Ellison
A wide range of different items, including a simple wrap, a girl’s multicoloured striped coat, booties, necklace, and lots of household items. American. Annie’s Attic 879548.
£6.99 |
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Seamlessly Yours – Knit Top Down Seamless Patterns
Mary Rich Goodwin
Basic patterns for sweaters, pullovers, cardigans, hats, mittens and more, in children’s and adult’s sizes. Design section includes how to create your own seamless sweaters. Useful chart to give a guide to yarn quantities for different weights of yarn and different sizes of garment.
£11.25 |
Second Book of Modern Lace Knitting
Marianne Kinzel
Includes basic instructions and many new deisgns for lace edgings, dress trimmings, scarves, stoles, tablecloths and more. Presented with written and charted instructions . Originally published in 1961, this is a Dover reprint.
See also: First Book of Modern Lace Knitting
£9.99
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Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Barbara Walker
A further 700 different patterns. Included are: knit-purl combinations, slip stitch patterns and colour, mosaics, fancy colour and texture, twist stitches, cables, yarn-over patterns, tweeds, eyelets, lace, insertions, borders, edgings, and more and more. It's a great reference book, profusely illustrated and with directions for doing each pattern. Reprint. ISBN 0942018176.
£25.00 |
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Second Treasury of Magical Knitting
Cat Bordhi
41 projects, many felted, from beds for cats, through bags, bowls and baskets; even wallets for your knitting needles! Full of joy and inspiration. See also: A Treasury of Magical Knitting.
£19.75 |
The
Secret Language of Knitters
Mary Beth Temple
Covering knitting terminology from alpaca and argyle to WIPs and yarn porn. This little dictionary has a delightful sense of humour and an appreciation of every knitter’s complete obsession with yarn and absolute hatred of moths. The explanations of jargon are useful and interesting. A lovely little book to dip into – or read from cover to cover.
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£4.00, formerly £6.95
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Selbuvotter – Biography of a Knitting Tradition
Terri Shea
This charts the story of Norway’s iconic black and white mittens and gloves, from the folk traditions of the Selbu people to major regional industry to national symbol. Includes more than 30 patterns taken from antiques, including some from Annemor Sundbø and others from Seattle’s Nordic Heritage Museum. All patterns are charted, and the symbolism explained succinctly. A lovely book.
£18.25 |
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Sensual Crochet – Luxurious Yarns – Alluring Designs
Amy Swenson
Lavish fibres, clean lines and elegant drape define each garment. From sexy camisoles and flirtatious skirts to romantic sweaters and stylish evening bags. 25 projects to satisfy your love of luxury.
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£6.50, formerly £14.25 |
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Sensual Knits – Luxurious Yarns – Alluring Designs
Yahaira Ferreira
Create your own luxurious couture garments from sexy skin-baring sweaters and dresses to stockings and camisoles. Combine body conscious silhouettes with a creative blend of fashion-forward and classic detailing. Use lavish fibres and treat yourself to the best in modern luxury.
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£6.50, formerly £14.25 |
The
Sentimental Journey Collection: Designer's Choice Book Two
Elsebeth Lavold
A new collection of cotton knits. Think of romance, treasured moments and garments to cherish for years to come. All display wearability, beauty and technical excellence. One copy found! Book out of print.
£11.95
Setesdal sweaters - the History of the Norwegian Lice Pattern
Annemor Sundbo
A fascinating read, illustrated with colour photos of historical garments and charted designs for traditional colour patterns. Includes measurements for a typical sweater and instructions for the embroidery used as decoration. The lice pattern is one stitch of a different colour every few stitches and rows - not, as many people think, a typo for 'lace'!
£32.50
Seven Things that can “make or break” a Sweater™ - techniques and tips for hand knitters
Margaret E Fisher
These “Seven Things” are: choosing the right cast on, increasing in ribbing, slanting decreases, invisible increases, blocking, picking up stitches, and buttonholes. Clear instructions enhanced with excellent photos. Seven projects to practise the techniques. A useful and informative book to help you to improve your knitting.
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£15.00, formerly £17.25
Shadow Knitting
Vivian Hoxbro
This form of knitting uses a simple technique of alternating rows of dark and light yarn to produce a subtle patterning that appears and disappears depending on the angle from which it's viewed. Vivian introduces the basic principles and techniques through clear, well-illustrated instructions followed by a spectacular range of projects that include winged shawls, squared bags, a matching cap and scarf, vests, sweaters, Japanese-style kimonos, and much more! Each project is accompanied by step-by-step instructions and beautiful photographs.
£15.99
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Shawls & Wraps
from the editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine
“A stunning survey of knitting techniques and design possibilities”. More than 40 patterns previously published in Vogue Knitting magazine, from a range of designers. Includes delicate lace with intricate patterns and barely-there yarns, vibrantly colourful shawls that make a bold statement, cozy wraps combining comfort and style and evening cover-ups that sparkle with beads, metallic yarns and luxury fibres. A book full of inspiration.
£17.00 |
Shawls—Vogue Knitting on the Go Series
edited by Tricia Malcolm
The latest in this excellent-value-for-money series, with, as usual, a wide range of styles from a variety of designers, including Nicky Epstein and Lily Chin. From cobweb fine to chunky, lacy and/or colourful—a book with something for everyone.
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£6.00, formerly £8.50
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Shepherd’s Rug: A Braided Rug from Roving
Letty Klein and Ann Brown
Wool fleece is washed and carded into long strips called roving; three strands of roving are tightly braided together into long ropes which are felted to fuse the braids, which are then securely and artfully sewn together to make strong, beautiful and durable rugs. Lots of information with very clear drawings; an analysis of some of the fleeces currently available; care instructions, and a gallery of 19 beautiful rugs to inspire you.
£16.25 |
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Shetland Hap Shawls then and now
Sharon Miller of Heirloom Knitting.
Sharon traces the history and patterning of this beautiful knitting tradition, using a wide selection of 19th century sources. Includes authentic designs and modern hap patterns in written and charted forms, together with “colour recipes” for beautiful borders. A wonderful book with plenty to read as well as patterns – possibly “the book of the year” for 2007!
£14.50 |
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Shetland Lace
Gladys Amedro
13 wonderful patterns, designed to be knitted in Shetland 1 ply cobweb lace wool or Shetland 2 ply lace wool. Written instructions only – no charts. Patterns for shawls and stoles, a christening gown and shawl, a skirt and cape, a baby’s jacket and cap. Originally published in 1993. Revised and corrected in 2008.
£22.00 |
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Shetland Lace Knitting from Charts
Hazel Carter
Inspired by the lace knitting of Unst, the most northerly of the Shetland Isles. Includes charts for basic stitch patterns, combinations of simple patterns, and detailed instructions for four garments: Jabot, scarf, christening robe, shawl. Ideas for contemporary and experimental lace. Originally published 1987; updated 1997.
£7.95 |
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Silky Little Knits: Luxurious Designs and Accessories in Mohair-Silk Yarns
Alison Crowther-Smith
The combination of the sheen of silk with the haze of mohair gives every project a bit of magic. Here are 20 projects designed to enhance these properties using lace, texture and the blending in of other yarns with decorative touches such as beads and frills. Includes small projects such as mittens, a corsage, scarves and socks and more demanding things like a cape, throws and pillows. Aimed at Rowan Kid Silk Haze.
£16.50 |
Simply Circles
Pat Ashforth and Steve Plummer
Easy guide to knitting circles with mathematical explanations, and instructions for jacket.
£3.50
Simply Fabulous Knitting - based on the work of Montse Stanley
This book tackles the basics with style- how to get clicking, get creative, and if things go wrong, how to get them fixed. It also reveals the clever secrets and insider tips to give you the professional edge and impress your fellow knitters. Lots of diagrams and tips inside circles – presented in a “contemporary” way with a lively look and feel to the book.
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£2.00, formerly £9.99
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Simply Knit 2
Unicorn Books. According to the cover, 'each and every design is easily knittable, eminently wearable and has its own sense of fun'. 11 garments plus 3 scarves made in Aran weight or chunkier yarn. Elegant and Irresistible!
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£9.50, formerly £14.50 |
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Simply Knit 3
Unicorn Books. Another book of irresistible elegant knitable designs from this successful team. Jackets, sweaters, scarves and a waistcoat.
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£9.50, formerly £14.25 |
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Simply Shetland 2
Simply Shetland
24 new designs for women, men and children featuring Jamieson's Shetland wool in 2-ply jumper weight, double knitting, aran and chunky weights. Includes pullovers, cardigans, jackets, scarves, gloves, mittens and a gorgeous beaded shawl in Ultra Lace, a luxurious blend of Shetland wool and Lambswool. Styles are both traditional and contemporary. Articles include a visit to the Bonhoga Gallery at the Weisdale Mill in Shetland and a whimsical felted bag by Nicky Epstein. Other designers include Carol Lapin, Betsy Westman and Sandi Rosner. Beautifully photographed at Jack London Ranch in Glen Ellen, California.
£17.50 |
Simply Shetland 5: Roxana’s Garden (Napa, California)
from Unicorn Books
Some projects reflect the colours of the garden while the white garden reminds us that neutrals have their own power. There are some lovely patterns here, including two for men. If you’ve enjoyed other books in the series, you’ll love this.
£14.75
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Simply Shetland Book 3: at Galisteo (New Mexico).
By Unicorn Books & Crafts. Another stunning book in this popular series. As well as a variety of patterns for beautiful garments from a range of designers, the book has two-page spreads on six local craftsmen.
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£8.50, formerly £16.50 |
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Sins and Needles
Monica Ferris
Another novel featuring Betsy Devonshire, owner of Crewel World needlecraft shop and part-time sleuth. A wealthy woman is found murdered – by a double pointed knitting needle! Was there a family secret someone would kill to keep buried? Includes knitting pattern for the American flag.
£4.25 |
Skein for Skein: 16 knitted projects: the dos and don’ts of yarn substitution
Cheryl Potter with Donna Druchunas, Celeste Pinheiro and JoAnne Turcotte
Learn why “skein for skein”, yarn is not always the same. Learn how to substitute yarns and discover how style, texture and fibre content affect results. Suggests ‘good’ and ‘bad’ yarn choices for each project.
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£11.50, formerly £16.00
Slip-Stitch Knitting: colour pattern the easy way
Roxana Bartlett
Be warned! Slip-Stitch knitting can become addictive! There are complete instructions for 13 original garments. Although the number of permutations is mind boggling, the technique itself remains quite simple.
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£10.00, formerly £15.99
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Small & Sassy Purses
6 fun & fabulous purses to crochet. Clutch bags with flowers or free-form motifs, beaded coin purse, ribbon purse and two mini purses. All instructions are written. American. Leisure Arts 75140.
£3.50 |
Snappy Wraps to Crochet
Treva G McCain
4 designs – 3 short ponchos and a shawl – made in smooth yarns. American terminology. Leisure Arts 4590.
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£1.00, formerly £5.35
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Sock Club: Join the Knitting Adventure
Charlene Schurch and Beth Parrott
A collection of 23 patterns collected from online sock-knitting communities and/or KAL (Knit-A-Longs), giving a reat variety. Includes a choice of instructions for converting the patterns to the size you need. Includes detials of the various clubs and KALs. Toe-up and top-down desings with various methods of heel construction.
£16.75 |
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Sock Innovation : knitting techniques & patterns for one-of-a-kind socks
cookie a
Begins with the basics of sock construction and stitch manipulation with three options for toes and heels, discusses the symmetry that creates a right and a left legged sock, explains working with charts and adapting flat charts to circular knitting, selecting stitch patterns for self-patterning yarn, then designing your own socks. Ends with 15 patterns for socks with textured legs. Interweave Press.
£15.99 |
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Sock Journal - Knit the year in socks
Catherine Wingate and Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer of HeartStrings
Sock patterns for each month of the year, and something for everyone. This is in effect an open diary with a calendar for five years, ending in 2009. The yarns used are generic though the specific yarn for each project is named.
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£7.50, formerly £11.00
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Socks
Chrissie Day
Full of inspiring designs from baby bootees and glamorous boudoir slippers to rugged outdoor knits. 30 knitted projects that are fast, fun and practical. Detailed instructions for specialised techniques from turning heels to knitting in the round. Create your own variations inspired by these designs. Includes a sideways knitted sock using self-striping/patterning yarn.
Another book in the Cozy series from GMC Publications.
£9.99 |
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Socks - A Spin Off special publication for knitters and spinners
edited by Ruth Buchanan and Deborah Robson
Here are 20 different handspun, handknit socks with notes on spinning, the equivalent commercial yarn and techniques that make knitting easier. Patterns range from extremely simple to challenging. Includes profiles of the designers. Colour charts are easy to read along with written directions in the text. Techniques, charts and yarn samples diagrammed in black and white, colour photographs of all the socks.
£7.99 |
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Socks à la Carte 2: Toes Up! Pick and Choose Patterns to Knit Socks your Way
Jonelle Raffino & Katherine Cade
Combine interchangeable foot, leg and cuff patterns to create your own original sock designs. Innovative flip pages to see what your socks will look like before you knit them; easy tutorials with clear, illustrated instructions to guide you through toe-up techniques, specialised cast ons, sock sizing and more; thousands of design possibilities with over 50 pattern options.
£15.95 |
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Socks à la Carte : Pick and Choose Patterns to Knit Socks your Way
Jonelle Raffino, Katherine Cade and the South West Trading Company Staff
Choose from a huge selection of cuffs, bodies, heels and toes to mix and match in any combination you like. The pages are split so you can see what your choice will look like. The first part of the book has basic information about sock structure and how to knit various shapes of toe and heel using dpns or circulars. Instructions for customizing socks to fit, and a useful glossary of sock making techniques.
£12.99 |
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Socks from the Toe Up: essential techniques and patterns from Wendy Knits
Wendy D Johnson
Knitting a sock from the toe up saves yarn and always gives a perfect fit as it’s so easy to measure the foot. No grafting is needed. Wendy provides all the how-tos, tips and techniques you need, as well as the pros and cons behind all of the cast-ons, toes, heel and cast-off options. Very clear drawins for everything you need to know. Includes more than 20 patterns for beautiful socks.
£15.50 |
Socks Socks Socks: 70 Winning Patterns from the Knitter's Magazine Contest
Edited by Elaine Rowley
From the sublime to the nearly ridiculous there must be a sock for you in this book if you have EVER thought to knit socks. These patterns are the result of a contest run by the editors of 'Knitter's' magazine, and the creative energy which resulted is amazing - page upon page of designs from really talented knitters. Extremely well presented patterns, full colour photography, basics, tips, graphs, diagrams and just plain fun.
£14.99
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Socks Two
Vogue Knitting on the Go Series. This is a nice collection of a range of different styles, from baby foot warmers to op-art knee highs to dress men's socks, in a variety of stitch patterns. Very clearly written and supported by some excellent illustrations.
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£6.00, formerly £9.50 |
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Sophisticated Lady Collection - Designer's Choice Book 4
Elsebeth Lavold
16 designs ranging from simple elegance through intriguing surface patterns to interesting garment shapes. Another excellent book from this popular designer.
£11.95
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Special Little Knits from Just One Skein
Cheryl Potter
More than 25 projects for hats, scarves, socks, purses, bags, shawls and more each made from one skein, ball or hank of yarn. Use odd balls from your stash or indulge yourself and buy one skein of that luxury yarn that keeps calling to you! Ideas for different weights of yarn and different sizes of hank.
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£5.00, formerly £21.99 |
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Spectacular Polish Star Fashions
Dot Drake
See how versatile the delightfully textured Polish Star pattern can be when you stitch these 11 dramatic designs ranging from beach wear to eveningwear and crocheted in a variety of yarns. 28 pages; full colour. American terminology. Annie’s Attic 875559.
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£4.00, formerly £6.00 |
Speedy Snowflakes
Angela (ARNie) Grabowski
12 snowflakes crocheted in yarn or several strands of cotton thread so that they are quick to complete. 8 page booklet. American.
£2.95
Speedy Snowflakes 2
Angela (ARNie) Grabowski
Another 12 snowflakes worked in thicker thread: two strands on 10s cotton, 3 strands of finer cotton thread, or 4 ply yarn, to produce snowflakes that can be made into earrings or brooches, used as Christmas tree decorations, or as suncatchers. They need only a light spray with starch, or they can be steam blocked. American.
£2.95
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Spin to Knit— the Knitter’s Guide to Making Yarn
Shannon Okey
Learn about fibres, tools and materials for spinning. Plus patterns for knitting handspun on its own or in combination with commercial yarns. Discover ways to “unbump” your yarn, how to control singles, twist and ply. Showcases other American spinner-knitters. Interweave Press.
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£12.50, formerly £15.75 |
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Stars in the Making: 14 knit designs
Elizabeth Ravenwood
6 patterns knitted with or without beads, or make them “twinkle” by using metallic thread. Use them as Christmas decorations, or appliqué them to bags or garments.
£7.95 |
Start Crochet—”all you need to know” Guidebook
Patons
Claer photos and instructions for all te basic stitches, plus how to hold the hook and how to count chains. Contains 20 easy projects from accessories to homewares, to practise your new skills. Tips on every page to improve your crochet. A good and reasonably priced introduction for absolute beginners. English.
£7.25
Start Knitting—”all you need to know” Guidebook
Patons
Contains 16 easy projects from accessories to homewares, including two fabulous sweaters for new knitters. Clear diagrams for every process. A good and reasonably priced introduction for absolute beginners. English.
£5.00
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Stitch Style Mittens—20 fashion knit and crochet patterns
edited by Marie Clayton
A fun-loving collection designed to keep you feeling warm and looking cool. From lace fingerless gloves to cabled mittens to textured arm warmers inspired by catwalks and street fashion. Patterns from a variety of designers.
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£2.50, formerly £9.99 |
Stocking Feet
10 warm and comfortable foot warmers made using a variety of fingering [4 ply] yarns. Crochet your own socks. Annie’s Attic 873553. American. £5.50
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£3.00, formerly £5.50
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Stripes, Stripes, Stripes—knits with color and texture
Sandy Scoville
15 interesting projects including wearables, accessories and home décor accents, aimed at relative beginners, encouraging them to use more than one colour in their knitting by creating sensational stripes and stylish looks without complicated techniques: try varying widths of stripe, with bold or subtle colours, chunky or fine yarns.
£12.95 |
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Stylish Knits for Dogs – 36 Projects to Knit in a Weekend
Ilene Hochberg
Easy and quick-to-make designer-quality sweaters for dogs of all sizes. Each project can be completed in a weekend, and they are small enough to be portable. Includes some simple designs suitable for a beginner knitter. Design variations and embellishments such as beads, buckles and pompoms add the personal touch. Even has a few patterns for matching accessories for dog owners.
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£17.50, formerly £18.50 |
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Successful LACE knitting: celebrating the work of Dorothy Reade
Donna Druchunas
Discover lace patterns and techniques by Dorothy Reade, arguably the mother of modern lace knitting, and learn of her significant impact on the way knitting instructions are charted. Includes more than 20 new designs by top designers such as Annie Modesitt, Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer and Evelyn A. Clark.
£20.50 |
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Sunny Day Dresses for Babies & Toddlers
Diane Simpson
Three delightfully pretty dresses to crochet - one is A-line, one has a collar, and two have plain bodices and lacy skirts. In four sizes: 1 year, 2 years, 3 years, 4 years. American. Annie's Attic 1449.
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£2.50, formerly £6.00 |
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Sunny’s Mittens – learn to knit Lovikka Mittens
Robin Hansen
Sunny’s grandmother teaches her to make a pair of beautiful soft woolly mittens: worked in the round, felted and brushed, and with the cuffs decorated with simple embroidery. More than 30 illustrations on the techniques, and a gente story with lovely colour pictures.
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£5.50, formerly £8.50 |
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Super Stitches Knitting—essential techniques plus a dictionary of more than 300 stitch patterns
Karen Hemingway
“Knitting Basics” covers everything you need to start knitting: how to choose needles and yarn, how to decipher abbreviations, read diagrams, measure tension, cast on and off, knit and purl, increase and decrease, create texture with cables, elongated stitches and beads, work with more than one colour, fix mistakes, finish a project and care for knitted garments. Each of the 300 stitch patterns has written instructions and/or diagrams and a photo of a knitted sample. American.
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£7.50, formerly £11.50 |
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Sweater Book – hundreds of people … one common thread
Stephen Mosher
This is a fascinating study in personality. By inviting people to all wear the same sweater or pose with it, Stephen Mosher has captured on film a remarkable phenomenon: the same sweater when worn by very different people transformed itself to reflect each person’s personality and to embody what these individuals consider especially unique about themselves. A collection of over 500 black and white photos.
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£12.50, formerly £17.00 |
Sweater Renewal: Felting knits into new sweaters and accessories
Sharon Franco Rothschild
Discover how to redesign, recycle and renew your old wool sweaters (or any you mihgt find in charity shops). Tranform knits that have been felted into fun, colourful and eco-conscious sweaters, bags and accessories. 25 projects using a range of craft skills such as felting, appliqué, crochet, sewing and embroidery. American.
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£8.50, formerly £13.95
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Sweater Surgery: how to make new things with old sweaters
Stefanie Girard
Shows you how to choose, cut, restitch, felt and embellish old sweater fabric, transforming it into beautiful handbags, mittens, scarves, hats, hoodies, skirts, jewellery, soft toys, cushions and more! Includes 35 step-by-step projects with cutting diagrams and patterns, and a gallery of gorgeous designs with notes on how the projects were created. As we head towards a recession, perhaps this is the book we all need.
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£7.50, formerly £12.99 |
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Swedish Knits: Classic and Modern Desings in the Scandinavian Tradition
Paula Hammerskog and Erica Wincent
Explains and illustrates how to create an infinite number of garments by adapting existing patterns by using a different stitch, adding colours, textures, a lace edge or other alternatives. Includes tips, advice, stitch pattersn, how-to sections, and the inspiration to be adventurous. Detailed instructions for 10 projects.
£18.50 |
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Swing Swagger Drape: Knit the Colors of Australia
Jane Slicer-Smith
Jane’s garments and kits are famous for her masterful use of colour, fabrics that move, shapes that flatter, and customised fit. Follow her pragmatic approach from choosing your colours and checking the measurements to seaming and blocking. Clear instructions highlight options in design, construction and colour. This book sets ou to empower knitters.
£16.25 |
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