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The Knitting Experience Book 1: The Knit Stitch (Paperback)

by Sally Melville (Author)
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This primer uses clear, step-by-step instructions to teach the basics of knitting. Beginners will learn to master the techniques that are needed before starting a project and learn which choices result in successful garments. A natural progression of skills is taught, and each skill is punctuated by a knitting project, enabling first-time knitters to create simple scarves and sweaters. Patterns are presented in an accessible format, with text, photographs, and line drawings to offer advice, anticipate difficulties, and provide rescue techniques.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Glorious garter stitch for new and veteran knitters alike, Feb 5 2003
By Carol Peterson Hennekens (Colorado Springs, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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I ordered this book sight unseen based on the strength of Sally's previous book - Styles. I couldn't be more delighted with what the came in the mail. The Knitting Experience may not cover everything about knitting. It's all about the knit stitch - nothing about purls (until the next book). So what's in the book---
1. A preface teaching the novice the basics - holding the needles, casting on, etc.
2. Chapter one has several simple scarves and a triangular poncho - sized for adults and children
3. Chapter two introduces knitting in the round with a mini-skirt, leggings, and a cap. Also a flat knit cap and mittens.
4. Chapter three features a jacket and vest knit from side to side.
5. Chapter four features the "star" of the book - the Einstein coat which is knit in panels going different directions (very cool!). Sally offers the coat in sizes from infant to large mens. There's also a purse and a bunting pattern.
6. Chapter five features features several variations of a summer weight pullover with styling ranging from modest to sexy.
7. Chapter six introduces the skill of slip stitch using the same stitch pattern in a mix of pullovers and cardigans for both children and adults.
Fully half of the book is devoted to teaching skills - big sections at the beginning and end of the book and smaller sections in each chapter. Sally offers an encylopedia of wisdom - often with a sense of humor. Her list of 10 most significant knitting discoveries is terrific.
Bottom-line - run, do not walk, to Amazon.com or whoever has this book in stock and get a copy of your own.
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3.0 out of 5 stars great instructions, but..., Nov 3 2006
This review is from: The Knitting Experience: Book 3: Color (Paperback)
The thing I love about Sally's books are her clear step-by-step, with photos instructons that anybody can follow. They make even a complicated looking technique accessible for all. This book is the same as the previous 2 in that regard. And well worth looking at if you need help with a colour problem.
Having said that, if I didn't know that ths book was originally published in 2005 I would have taken one look at the designs and thought it was from roughly 1986. Big hair, acid washed jeans and knit ties with leather pants don't really say "timeless pattern" to me.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Jazzed up garter stitch, May 1 2009
By P. Schlenker "left-handed knitter" (Victoria, BC Canada) - See all my reviews
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When I first saw this book my reaction was "I'm way beyond the knit stitch" and didn't even open the cover. What a big mistake! I did buy the book and made several designs from it. Big deal.
Big deal indeed. I refer to this book constantly because Sally's explanations and descriptions help this left-handed knitter figure out how to make everything I knit look so much better.
This is a book for all knitters, those new to the craft or with decades of experience.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The most beautiful book I have ever seen
The new release in Sally Melville's learn-to knit series "Colour; The Power and the Glory," is truly the eighth wonder of the world. Read more
Published on Nov 21 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars Sally's Visions
Being a knitter for almost 30 years I thought me above using the "boring" garter stitch... Read more
Published on Jul 7 2004 by Mona

4.0 out of 5 stars Not bad, not bad at all
This book is probably the best I've seen for teaching the basics of knitting in a clear, interesting fashion. The short essays on knitting are fascinating and uplifting. Read more
Published on May 23 2004 by Yael Sedney

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book
I'm a self taught knitter from the beginning of this year. I wish I'd started with this book. It is so easy to follow and has many great projects. Read more
Published on May 21 2004 by April

5.0 out of 5 stars This book surprised me
I bought this book after reading other people's reviews and it was the right thing to do. I can't believe how many projects in this one book that I want to make. Read more
Published on April 21 2004 by H. Rodney

3.0 out of 5 stars I wanted to love this book...
but the projects are all so boxy and oversized. More for the Chico's crowd than, say, the Banana Republic shopper. Read more
Published on April 15 2004 by Andrea

5.0 out of 5 stars Who knew garter stitch was so cool?
As an on & off knitter for thirty-something years, I must say that this book has rekindled my love of the art of knitting. Read more
Published on Mar 9 2004 by Trivimp

5.0 out of 5 stars Every knitter should have this book.
Sally Melville has created a classic with her first book in the "Knitting experience" series. As many others have already indicated, her designs are very unique. Read more
Published on Mar 7 2004 by Mtnmindy

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the novice knitter
As a brand-new knitter I find the techniques in this book extremely easy to understand. Step-by-step photos are soooo helpful! Read more
Published on Feb 25 2004 by B. Louis

4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasing Patterns, Left-Handed Instructions
This is the book I picked up to learn how to knit and it shows how tempting and addictive knitting can be. Read more
Published on Feb 18 2004 by --corinne--

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