Debbie bliss is one of the worlds most respected knitwear designers, authors, and teachersand the knitters book of knowledge is the distillation of her decades of experience into a single, indispensable reference. Some make our hearts and hands sing, some get the job done without much fanfare, and some cause nothing but frustration and disappointment. If youre new to socks, or if youre feeling rusty and in need of a refresher. Steppingstones designed by clara parkes steppingstones guide us from one place to the next. You know, the kinds that cost a fortune and so you only buy one skein and then struggle to figure out what you can make. The knitters life list is a richly illustrated compilation of 1,001 experiences and adventures that devout knitters wont want to miss. Feb 02, 2011 the knitters book of yarn ebook written by clara parkes. Potter craft and i, backed up by even more other people, went to great pains to make this the most perfect book possible. My hope is that these socks will start you on your own sockknitting journey.
Here, she describes the qualities that make yarn suitable for sock knitting, explores the different types of fibers that can be used in sock yarn, and analyzes stitches and stitch patterns commonly. Elizabeth zimmermanns knitter s almanac by elizabeth zimmermann. The knitter s book of knowledge, a complete guide to essential knitting techniques, by debbie bliss is a massive compendium of everything one might want to know about knitting. And because knitters learn best by doing, the book includes 49 patterns by knitting s biggest stars, such as cat bordhi, tara jon manning, margaret klein wilson, and teva durham, designed to. Socks are a perennially hot topic in the knitting world and in this, the third book of her popular the knitters book of. Not only does it teach several methods of casting on, binding off, making seams, and everything else you need to successfully finish a project, it also shows you what each technique will. In the knitters book of socks, clara parkes shows you how to knit socks from yarn up, following the sock yarn life cycle from its foundations to its final moments on a proud foot. In this complete guide to wool the most popular yarn a. The knitter s book of yarn the ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn book. The nook book ebook of the the knitters book of finishing techniques by nancie m. Hardcover published in october 2007 by potter craft. The knitters book of wool brings specificity and clarity to these issues, which only makes sense, given the author. Some make our hearts and hands sing, some get the job done without much fanfare, and some cause.
It describes in detail how each element of a yarn fiber, ply, dye, method of spinning, etc can affect your finished project. The knitters book of yarn author interview with clara parks. The knitters book of yarn will teach you everything you need to know about yarn. The yarn lovers ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetime by clara parkes the knitters book of socks is a guide to all the elements of what makes a great sock.
The ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber is a mouthful of a title. This collection, as the title makes plain, is full of seamlesslyconstructed sweaters that begin at the neck, working from the top down. If you have used yarn in crafts for a while, you might have already picked an acrylic version off the shelves without even realizing it. Some make our hearts and hands sing, some get the job done without much fanfare, and. The knitters book of yarn breaks it down into the essentials, focusing on the most common types of fibers and how their qualities impact yarns behavior.
The knitters book of yarn ebook written by clara parkes. Hardcover published in october 2011 by potter craft. We believe in a diverse and inclusive knitting community in which all are welcome. It is a very readable and fun book due to the authors fabulous writing ability. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn 9780307352163. Buy knitters book of yarn, the by clara parkes isbn. The knitters book of yarn by clara parkes books on. Here youll find the best from the archives, as well as current adventures. It will help you understand how different yarns behave, and how this affects your knitting which ultimately will help you plan and complete more successful projects. Fingerless mitts pattern excerpted from the knitters book of yarn this pattern was designed with gorgeous artisanal yarns in mind.
The knitters book of finishing techniques softcover at. The idea of the knitters yarn came about when patricia finally retired and sold her lovely shop in kinnerton street in 2016. Youll find classic techniques to master, timehonored patterns to try, unusual yarns to work with, museums to see, books to read, and much more. Sep 08, 2015 cosy up to this book and discover the joys of knitting. Mar 12, 2020 acrylic yarn is available in a rainbow of colors and is known for being strong and durable. The knitters book of yarn and the knitters book of wool. Suitable for advanced knitters wanting to further their designs. Whether or not you knit sweaters, this book of finishing techniques is very handy. The knitter s book of yarn is a beautiful book with some terrific patterns and it is the best resource book about yarn that there is. Clara parkes now offers a comprehensive guide to yarns and their qualities that will help you get the results you want for every project. The book of yarn which should just be named the yarn book has it all. The gorgeous pair of socks that emerged from their first bath twice as long as when they went in.
The following errors have been discovered in the first printing of the knitters book of yarn. It delves into the physical aspects of yarn so that you can match the best yarn to a pattern. Book s of ocks the knitters the yarn lovers ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetime clara parkes author of the bestselling the knitters book of yarn and the knitters book of wool. The knitter s book of yarn breaks it down into the essentials, focusing on the most common types of fibers and how their qualities impact yarns behavior. The knitters book of finishing techniques by nancie m. Buy knitter s book of yarn, the by clara parkes isbn. The yarn lover s ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetimethis title suitable for knitters who want to understand the ins and outs of sock knitting from the yarn up and create a perfect pair of socks every time.
That workshop was the first time that id put all of my yarn and fiber knowledge together into. Even better, it explained why each element would behave that way. In the knitters book of wool and the knitters book of yarn, parkes educates knitters on the ins and outs of fiber and makes minutiae interesting. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn. The idea of the knitter s yarn came about when patricia finally retired and sold her lovely shop in kinnerton street in 2016. Acrylic yarn is available in a rainbow of colors and is known for being strong and durable. This knitting book provides a rough framework for a variety of knitting projects. With information on everything from needles and yarns to tensioning and casting on, from basic stitches to buttonholes and beading, from cabling and entrelac.
The knitters book of yarn the ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn book. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn by clara parkes 2007, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the knitters book of yarn. The knitters handy book of topdown sweaters is the latest in her series of handy books which give instructions for simple garments in a wide range of gauges and sizes. The knitters book of yarn is a beautiful book with some terrific patterns and it is the best resource book about yarn that there is. Overall, the knitters book of yarn is a pretty helpful and interesting book. We believe in a diverse and inclusive knitting community in. In this complete guide to wool the most popular yarn around passionate wool expert clara parkes translates the vast world of sheep and their wool into the language and context of knitting. The knitters book of yarn by clara parkes overdrive. Oct 11, 2011 in the knitters book of wool and the knitters book of yarn, parkes educates knitters on the ins and outs of fiber and makes minutiae interesting. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn for every knitter who has asked the question, what can i make with this yarn. Following the knitters book of yarn, this book keeps the focus on yarn and looks specifically at sock design and techniques that make the best use of yarn. In the knitter s book of wool and the knitter s book of yarn, parkes educates knitters on the ins and outs of fiber and makes minutiae interesting.
This 2009 hardcopy book with a dust jacket has 207 pages, almost all of which have color photos or black and white graphs. But as we know, perfection is often a fleeting notion. Named one of the top 10 lifestyle books for fall 2017 by publishers weekly. Here, she describes the qualities that make yarn suitable for sock knitting, explores the different types of fibers that can be used in sock yarn, and analyzes stitches and stitch patterns commonly used in sock knitting. This book is ideal for beginners and also provides boundless knowledge for experienced knitters. The next time you pick up a skein, you wont have to wonder what to do with it. All too often, the root cause of a socks triumph or failure is the yarn itself. How its made, who makes it, how it gets to you, and what it longs to become. There are many reasons why acrylic yarn is so popular for crafting. Following the knitter s book of yarn, this book keeps the focus on yarn and looks specifically at sock design and techniques that make the best use of yarn. A complete guide to essential knitting techniques knitting guru debbie bliss packs decades of knitting expertise into this musthave knitting reference book. Anyone with a passion has a stash, whether it is a collection of books or enough yarn to exceed several life expectancies. The knitters yarn selling knittingcrochet wools, patterns. Knitters on loving, living with, and letting go of yarn.
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