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Books

We currently have over 600 titles in stock, including many imports from the states. Don't forget to check out our Christmas books section. Browse our book selection by title or try out our new search function. You can do a general search or restrict it by title or author. Please note that this search facility does not support the use of special characters such as ", + or -.

Book Titles: Y

Y Not Knit – step-by-step instructions for continental knitting and knitting basics Jill Wolcott and Susan Wolcott of Y2Knit Learn how to knit with the yarn in your left hand. Apparently this is more ergonomic and easier on your hands and arms, as well as more accommodating when knitting in a small space. Step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, exercises and projects. If you’ve always wanted to know how to knit the continental way, this is the book for you! Spiral bound to lie flat. £8.99

Yarn Bombing: The Art of Crochet and Knit Graffiti Mandy Moore and Leanne Prain “Knit graffiti” is an international guerrilla movement that started underground. Its practitioners create stunning works of art then ‘donate’ them to public spaces as part of a covert plan for world domination. This full-colour DIY book features 20 kickass patterns that range from hanging shoes and knitted picture frames to balaclavas and gauntlets. Includes interviews with yarn bombers and textile artists. Full of beautiful photos and easy step-by-step instructions for knit and crochet installations and garments. An ideal book for a school knitting group with tons of ideas to brighten their environment! £13.25

The Yarn Book Penny Walsh Written for the serious student and professional textile artist, this is a complete guide to understanding, designing and using yarn. A yarn’s properties are what give it its unique characteristics. By manipulating these properties an amazing array of fabric types can be produced with very different textures and appearances. Penny Walsh closely examines the composition and construction of different yarns and explores their uses. Includes practical instruction on making your own threads and yarns. Sale price £10.00, formerly £14.95

The Yarn Garden: 30+ knits using plant-based fibers J Marsha Michler Try cotton, linen, nettle or hemp to enjoy the unique benefits of plant-based fibres. These yarns are available in a range of weights and textures. Classic elegant patterns – that you could knit up in any yarn, of course! £16.75

Yarn Harlot - the secret life of a knitter
Stephanie Pearl McPhee
This book really will make you laugh out loud as it recounts one passionate knitter's typical and unique experiences. I can't help but empathise with someone who writes: "My stash is remarkably static. Things go in but they rarely come out." A mere £9.50 for hours of entertainment.
£9.50

The Yarn Lover’s Guide to Hand Dyeing – beautiful colour and simple knits Linda La Belle Covers the full range of synthetic dyes available today and describes various methods for dyeing your own yarn: immersion for saturated colours, Hand painting to create multi-coloured patterns, Cold Pad for dyeing already-knitted pieces, faux ikat for a tie-dyed effect. Includes knitting and crochet patterns to show off your work. Sale price £11.50, formerly £16.95

Yarn Play at Home—handknits for colourful living Lisa Shobhana Mason Knitted accents for every room. Includes patterns for afghans and throws, a cozy for a cafetière and a wine bottle cover, soft bathmat and napkin holders that look like skirts—large and small projects, some ideal for using up odd balls of yarn. The guide to “living with colour” shows you how to select colours to complement your décor and create the right mood. A comprehensive reference section includes a basic guide to yarn, needles and knitting notions, a glossary of knitting terms, a list of abbreviations, a needle size conversion chart and a list of (American) inspirational home décor magazines and websites. Sale price £8.00, formerly £12.50

Yarn Play—Colorful Techniques + Projects for the Creative Knitter Lisa Shobhana Mason “Mix yarns, colors and textures to create bold and bright handknits.” Contains patterns for a few household items, lots of “Hats and Such” as well as “Sweaters, Vests and Tanks” including a K.I.S.S. Sweater (Keep It Simple-so-your-man-will-wear-it Sweater)! Colourful and inspirational. Sale price £3.50, formerly £16.50

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