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These easy-to-follow, step-by-step, comprehensive instructions with detailed unique patterns will take you through the process of making these 10 easy-to-follow handknitting patterns, for beginner level to advanced level knitters. The instructions are extremely professional and clear. Images and procedures are included for each pattern. The flowers and vases are knitted using the basic stitch (knit and pearl) so they are easy to knit. The flowers...

"Discover twenty stunning, timeless knitting patterns, from cult Scandinavian brand Knitting for Olive. This book includes twenty gorgeous, accessible knitting patterns, and includes both brand new designs and a selection of tried and tested fan-favorites. There is a project here for everyone; the designs vary in difficulty, and cover a range of sweaters, tops, cardigans, hats, and scarves. Each project includes a full pattern, explanation, and four-color...

A gorgeous color or texture pattern beckons to a designer to try it out in different ways. Should it be used for a hat, a sweater, a cape? In this book, designer Toby Roxane Barna allowed her imagination to explore the variations and came up with pairs of designs-a sweater and a shawl-sharing at least one similar design element. For example, a lace pattern from a shawl may be used to form the yoke of a sweater or a button band and hem on a cardigan....

It doesn't have to be a challenge to find well-constructed knitting patterns for your body type anymore. Plus Size Knits contains 25 stylish and sophisticated patterns, from pullover sweaters to cozy cardigans and more. Specifically designed for plus sized women, these styles result in flattering sweaters and accessories with beautiful details. Featuring stunning photography and helpful size charts and diagrams to create pieces that are tailored just...

Knit beautiful top-down sweaters with no seams with 12 different decorative yokes. This is a collection of knitting patterns for 12 different yokes that can be used on three basic sweaters patterns made from different yarn weights: DK; fingering and worsted. The designs feature stunning colourwork designs so you can get really creative with your favourite colour palette; lace patterns for a more subtle yoke and textural designs with cables. Choose...

The ultimate cat lover's collection of knitting patterns for garments and accessories. Knitters and cats lovers will love this collection of sixteen quirky designs, all based around the theme of cats. It includes four garments graded for sixteen different sizes, as well as cat-themed accessories including a wrap, shawl, scarf, cowl, capelet, mittens and hats. Knitters can choose from more advanced patterns throughout the book or more beginner patterns...

There are a total of 13 knitted animals - each with their own unique personality and style. The animals all have the same basic body, with a few colour variations and tail additions, so the clothes can be mixed and matched between them to create endless outfit possibilities.

This book contains a lovely collection of vintage hand knitting patterns for the making of soft toys. From bunnies to clowns, this book provides a wide range of designs and is perfect for special and unique gifts. Including 'Tommy Tortoise' and 'Tracey the Knitted Doll', this book is a must have for a knitting enthusiast with children to spoil. The patterns are of varying difficulties, and therefore this book should be suitable for most levels of...

Lumi Karmitsa, author of the bestselling Wild Mittens & Unruly Socks, is back with a brand-new collection of hand-knit adventures with her trademark eye for colour, unmistakable style, and sense of fun in full swing, these expressive animal figures, imaginative pattern concepts, and delightfully vivid yarns will have you reaching for your needles in no time. Clear instructions and full-colour charts will guide you through charmingly retro pineapples,...

This book contains a lovely collection of vintage hand knitting patterns for the making of cardigans for men. Full of designs in different styles and sizes, there is something to suit every taste and occasion. Including a 'Fair Isle' and a 'Blazer' cardigan, this book provides some wonderful additions to a wardrobe, and ensures that any man can stay looking his best throughout the whole year. The patterns are of varying difficulties, and therefore...