Knitting Pattern Essentials: Adapting and Drafting Knitting Patterns for Great Knitwear

Knitting Pattern Essentials: Adapting and Drafting Knitting Patterns for Great Knitwear

Bring Your Vision to Life with Pattern-Drafting EssentialsWhat’s the number one mistake that knitters make? They follow a pattern exactly! In this comprehensive guide to sweater construction, acclaimed knitting instructor Sally Melville reveals the secrets to creating or modifying a pattern so the finished project looks and fits exactly how you want it to. Pattern drafting has never been easier to understand as Sally breaks down each skill, including how to • calculate your personal measurements, ease, and stitch patterns• create a pattern for an existing garment that you love• shape a variety of necklines, shoulders, sides, sleeves, and hemlines• combine garment elements for an endless array of design possibilities• rescue a project when it doesn’t turn out as expected• finish your projects with a professional look• knit 10 original projects that showcase the elements covered in the book With Sally’s knitting expertise at your fingertips, you have all the tools you need to adjust patterns to fit you better than ever and create patterns that finally make your dream designs a reality.

  • UPC: 499991621316
  • ASIN: 0307965570
  • ISBN: 0307965570
  • Brand: Potter Craft
  • Manufacturer: Potter Craft

The Beginner's Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns: Learn to Write Patterns Others Can Knit

The Beginner's Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns: Learn to Write Patterns Others Can Knit

Create custom knitting patterns to share and sell!Writing clear, easy-to-follow knitting patterns is easier than you think! In The Beginner's Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns, knitting expert Kate Atherley provides everything you need to know to share your projects with fellow knitters. This one-stop guide includes concrete guidelines with lots of examples on everything from pattern writing basics, to schematics and charts, to handling multiple sizes, establishing a personal style sheet, and more. The book addresses the details of how to create complete, clear and easy-to-use knitting patterns, for any type of design, and for any level of knitter. You'll also find details on:Pattern structure and elementsFormatting and layoutHow to go from test knitting to a final publicationOnline platforms, processes, and good business practicesAn introduction to important copyright lawsA basic pattern template and resources are also provided. Whether you're looking to share a project with a close friend or your growing online customer base, The Beginner's Guide to Writing Knitting Patterns is the comprehensive guide that can help you translate your project into a set of instructions that any knitter can follow.

  • UPC: 812787023017
  • ASIN: 1632504340
  • ISBN: 1632504340
  • Brand: Interweave
  • Manufacturer: Interweave

The Complete Beginner's Guide to Knitting

The Complete Beginner's Guide to Knitting

This step-by-step, hand-holding guide to knitting is easy to watch and makes learning fast and simple. Although this DVD is packed with everything a beginner needs to know, the chapters are quick & bite-sized. Beautiful and clear demonstrations can get you started knitting in just 30 minutes. What you'll learn: Cast On The Knit Stitch (English & Continental) The Purl Stitch (English & Continental) Add Yarn & Changing Colors Bind Off Increase Decrease Ribbing (knit & purl in the same row) Gauge Finishing First Aid Kit (how to fix mistakes) Auto Pause The video pauses automatically after showing you something new, waits for you to decide when to keep going, or lets you opt to see that last part again. Booklet Seven scarf patterns included inside take-along booklet. Website Bonus video, free patterns, tips & advice, links to fun stuff. Suggested Kit Good starter yarn and needles sold on Amazon.com are Lion Brand's Wool Ease Chunky Yarn (avoid dark colors/shades when first learning to knit), and Brittany 10-inch long Single Point Birch Knitting Needles US Size 10, 10.5 or 11. Any other 10-inch long wood needles in those sizes are good as well. Try to avoid the more slippery aluminum and metal needles, and the "grippy" plastics. As a beginner, start with a needle texture that's somewhere in the middle, such as wood. Playable WORLDWIDE.

  • UPC: 094922518330
  • ASIN: B000A0P6A4
  • Brand: Nici McNally Knitting DVDs
  • Manufacturer: Nici Beason Knitting

Shawlscapes

Shawlscapes

Knit any shawl pattern or branch out and design your own creative shawl as Stephen West leads you through the world of increases, decreases and edge explosions.Let Stephen West's vibrant personality guide you through a colorful rainbow of shawls that you can make using simple techniques like yarn-overs and easy increases. Get customizable approaches to knitting the shawls you want. Stephen starts with a garter tab cast-on and will show you different methods of creating angles and edges, encouraging creativity along the way. With unique combinations of yarn-overs, increases, shaping, and color variation, this class will show you the different outcomes of these stitches before you even put the yarn on your needle. Sit back and let Stephen demonstrate how different angles drape or hang before you create your own shawl. If you like following a pattern, you'll enjoy building on Stephen's fabulous Boneyard Shawl design that comes free with this class. Stephen also includes a lesson on blocking, suggesting different methods that may surprise you. Follow along as Stephen literally turns blocking on its head, suggesting different methods that will surprise you. Pour your own personality into the shawls you create. Try Shawlscapes with Stephen West today! What You'll Learn Garter tab cast-on Directional increases and decreases Yarn-Overs Edge techniques Bind-offs Blocking  What You'll Make A colorful Boneyard shawl or any project you choose using Stephen's methods What you get: 9 HD video lessons with anytime, anywhere access Downloadable instructions and resources in addition to free access to the Knitter's Handbook Hours of close-up instruction Answers from Stephen in our virtual classroom The Craftsy Guarantee:Watch classes on your own schedule: wherever, whenever you wantYour access never expires100% money back guaranteeLesson plan:Garter Tab Cast-On (9:51)Meet your instructor, Stephen West, as you gain an overview of what you'll learn in class, then start a shawl wit... [Read More]

  • ASIN: B0147L68C6
  • Brand: Craftsy
  • Manufacturer: Craftsy

You Can Knit That: Foolproof Instructions for Fabulous Sweaters

You Can Knit That: Foolproof Instructions for Fabulous Sweaters

When knitting superstar Amy Herzog gets complimented on her hand-knit sweaters, the compliments are often followed by “but I could never knit that.” Now, you can! You Can Knit That is a clear, simple reference book and pattern collection that gives knitters the sweater-making confidence they need. Whether you’re knitting a sweater for the first time or seeking to expand your skills to knit sweaters in styles you’ve never tried before, this essential guide starts with basic sweater know-how and moves into instructions for knitting six must-have sweater styles—vests, all-in-one construction, drop shoulders, raglans, yokes, and set-in sleeves. Each chapter offers a less-intimidating “mini” sweater sized for a child and a selection of adult women’s patterns in 12 sizes—24 sweater patterns in all, each building on the next, to ensure success with even the most complicated sweaters.

  • UPC: 499992189730
  • ASIN: 1419722476
  • ISBN: 1419722476
  • Brand: ABRAMS
  • Manufacturer: Abrams

Knitting Short Rows: Techniques for Great Shapes & Angles

Knitting Short Rows: Techniques for Great Shapes & Angles

Shape your knitwear seamlessly--using short-rows! Add seamless curves, soft angles, and depth to your finished pieces with Knitting Short Rows. Inside, Jennifer Dassau teaches you this essential technique in a beautiful package, providing know-how and design inspiration. Learn to create short-rows through five easy-to-learn methods: wrap and turn knitting, the yarnover method, German short-rows, Japanese short-rows, and twin stitch shadow wraps. Master each through an illustrated step-by-step guide, discover how to choose your short-row method, and more! Then, show off your short-row skills with 17 knitting patterns for fashionable hats, cowls, mitts, shawls, and garments. Whether you want to enhance your knitting repertoire or are seeking great new designs for your knitted wardrobe, you'll find just what you're looking for in Knitting Short-Rows: Techniques for Great Shapes & Angles.

  • UPC: 812787021679
  • ASIN: 1632502585
  • ISBN: 1632502585
  • Brand: Interweave
  • Manufacturer: Interweave

A Bag for All Reasons: 12 all-new bags and purses to sew for every occasion

A Bag for All Reasons: 12 all-new bags and purses to sew for every occasion

From the author of the bestselling The Bag Making Bible comes an outstanding collection of 12 inspiring bags for you to make at home. Lisa Lam of U-Handbag.com brings you a stunning collection of sewing patterns to make your own bags. The book features 12 brand new bag designs with full photographic instructions for how to make a bag with truly professional results. The book features full-size patterns on three separate pull-out sheets so that you can get started right away – no photocopying or enlarging required.The book opens with Lisa's in-depth advice on all the aspects needed to get started, from the tools and equipment you need, to understanding and interpreting patterns, to choosing, preparing and cutting fabrics. A comprehensive Techniques section explains some core bag-making techniques such as how to insert a zip pocket, how to use magnetic snap closures, how to sew bag straps and handles including adjustable straps, and how to bind edges and use piping for a truly professional finish. There is also guidance on how to insert a lining to your bag. All the techniques are fully explained with easy to follow photographs, so you'll be creating professional, practical and great-looking bags before you know it!The 12 projects that follow range in complexity. If you're new to sewing and bag making there are beginner bag projects such as the Compact Groceries Tote, All-Sorted Laundry Bag and Access-All-Areas Pouch to get you started before progressing to the more fully featured bags such as the Too-Cool-for-School Satchel and the 3-in-1 Convertible Backpack. You can make your own iPad case, sew a child's backpack, create a pretty purse using a metal purse frame, make your own tri-fold wallet, make a baby changing bag with matching changing mat, sew your own bicycle panniers, and sew a vanity case for your beauty essentials. The bags all have style and substance and are designed with real-life practical uses in mind.Within each project Lisa gives her hints and tip... [Read More]

  • ASIN: 1446301850
  • ISBN: 1446301850
  • Brand: David & Charles
  • Manufacturer: David & Charles

Complete Crochet Course: The Ultimate Reference Guide

Complete Crochet Course: The Ultimate Reference Guide

“It’s about time that crocheters got the same treatment and support as knitters. . . . Truly, the Mullett-Bowlsbys have meticulously thought through the crocheter’s world.  —Booklist (Starred review)  From renowned crochet designer Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby comes the ultimate reference manual for the absolute beginner. Filled with step-by-step photography throughout for an easy-to-follow and fully visual experience, this unparalleled guide teaches you how to crochet from the very first stitch—and will keep you crocheting as you gain experience! The Complete Crochet Course explains all the tools, materials, and techniques you need, from choosing a hook and yarn to seaming, working in the round, handling specialty stitches, and adding details. Ten patterns are perfectly designed for novices eager to complete their first projects, while intermediates can enjoy mastering even more advanced skills.

  • ASIN: 1454710527
  • ISBN: 1454710527
  • Brand: Herrschners®
  • Manufacturer: Lark Crafts

Teamoy Tunisian Crochet Hook Case(up to 11" Long), Travel Organizer Bag for Afghan Crochet Hooks, Ergonomic Crochet Hooks, Knitting Needles and Accessories, Well Made, Large Capacity, Cats Blue

Teamoy Tunisian Crochet Hook Case(up to 11" Long), Travel Organizer Bag for Afghan Crochet Hooks, Ergonomic Crochet Hooks, Knitting Needles and Accessories, Well Made, Large Capacity, Cats Blue

  • UPC: 605734517147
  • ASIN: B072QCKLWV
  • Brand: Teamoy
  • Size: Medium
  • Manufacturer: Damero INC

Sock Architecture

Sock Architecture

Sock Architecture is perfect for both experienced and novice sock knitters. This thorough, imaginative collection of sock shapes and patterns gives you the tools to construct an astounding variety of custom socks. All heels and toes are carefully explained and clearly photographed, and you can plug in your own numbers to work at the exact size and gauge you want. If you'd rather just pick up the needles and start knitting, Sock Architecture also includes 17 fully designed patterns. Most span five sizes, from women's extra small through men's large. And most of the patterns offer guidelines for an adjustable size so you can choose your own gauge, size, or both. Make socks that are as unique as you are!

  • ASIN: 1937513637
  • ISBN: 1937513637
  • Manufacturer: Cooperative Press