- Hardcover: 144 pages
- Publisher: Crowood Press (UK) (December 2002)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1861265344
- ISBN-13: 978-1861265340
- Product Dimensions: 28.2 x 20.6 x 1.6 cm
- Shipping Weight: 762 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,791,519 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Knitting is hot! Hand Knitting is centered on technique, beginning with the tools of the trade, needles, yarn, etc., and focusing on various stitches that bring color and texture into the work--and this is not just how-to but explanations of why the stitches work the way they do. The emphasis on structure pushes readers away from the usual pick-a-pattern format and leads them into more ambitious undertakings, like designing sweaters, with complicated elements. More advanced knitters or those interested in design will be the best audience here. Ilene Cooper
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'good information and not just for beginners' Knitting News
--This text refers to the
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspirations galore,
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This review is from: Hand Knitting: New Directions (Hardcover)
If you're looking for directions on how to knit, this isn't the book you want. If you're looking for fresh ideas and new design directions, to take your knitting to the next level, you will find a plethora of ideas to inspire you. Some of the "new directions" include knitting in circles out from the center, modular knitting techniques (more than just mitered squares), different takes on intarsia and fair isle, several ideas for stripes, etc, etc, etc. This is not a manual for the "by the book" knitter - but if you're ready to take your own knitting path, you might enjoy the view.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting Book,
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This review is from: Hand Knitting: New Directions (Hardcover)
Like wat the editorial review says, the front portion of the book covers several techniques of knitting, the basics like increases, decreases, yarn overs, color knitting (fair isle, slip stitch), short row etc. There are samples given to illustrate the techniques and basic instructions as well. There are several projects at the back that covers knitting garments in unusual and challenging ways like top down, side to side etc. It has pullovers, vests, bedjackets, pillows and hats. But just a few projects are given. Have not tried them yet, so not sure if there are any mistakes. The book is pretty expensive to buy and if you are a frequent buyer of knitting magazines, you would have read similar articles relating to knitting techniques before. If you are an experienced knitting, then don't think you will need the book, rather borrow a copy from friends or the library to try the projects.
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4.0 out of 5 stars (3 customer reviews) 36 of 36 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Inspirations galore,
By T. L. Shea - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Hand Knitting: New Directions (Hardcover)
If you're looking for directions on how to knit, this isn't the book you want. If you're looking for fresh ideas and new design directions, to take your knitting to the next level, you will find a plethora of ideas to inspire you. Some of the "new directions" include knitting in circles out from the center, modular knitting techniques (more than just mitered squares), different takes on intarsia and fair isle, several ideas for stripes, etc, etc, etc. This is not a manual for the "by the book" knitter - but if you're ready to take your own knitting path, you might enjoy the view. 35 of 47 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting Book,
By Bonnie - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Hand Knitting: New Directions (Hardcover)
Like wat the editorial review says, the front portion of the book covers several techniques of knitting, the basics like increases, decreases, yarn overs, color knitting (fair isle, slip stitch), short row etc. There are samples given to illustrate the techniques and basic instructions as well. There are several projects at the back that covers knitting garments in unusual and challenging ways like top down, side to side etc. It has pullovers, vests, bedjackets, pillows and hats. But just a few projects are given. Have not tried them yet, so not sure if there are any mistakes. The book is pretty expensive to buy and if you are a frequent buyer of knitting magazines, you would have read similar articles relating to knitting techniques before. If you are an experienced knitting, then don't think you will need the book, rather borrow a copy from friends or the library to try the projects. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Reprint,
By Ursula "knit to live" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Hand Knitting: New Directions (Paperback)
Beware, this is a reprint from 2002. I own it and think it is a good addition if you like to be inspired by books rather than be provided with patterns .
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