Crafts & Hobbies & Knitting

Yarn Harlot - The Secret Life of a Knitter

5 stars (Love this book!) - I have been a fan of Stephanie [...] for quite some time. This book is full of new material, sure to delight fans of great writing and knitting. ...
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Knitting Over The Edge - Unique Ribs ú Cords ú Appliques ú Color ú Eclectic - The Second Essenti

5 stars (the best of the best!!!) - It's one of the best knitting books I have ever seen, I also own Knitting on the edge (a great book also)but this second volume is greater. Who said that seconds don't work? This volume proves there wrong.If you're a knitting fanatic like me, buy this book, you wont regreated. 5 stars (A unique and worthwhile collection) - Anyone hesitating if Nicky Epstein's second book on knitting borders is worthwhile - worry no more. As her personal intro says, "...completely new...", it is a wonderfully fresh, new addition to her first collection. And, there are many of these new edgings - this is not a skinny, part 2 type of follow up book. The format of the book is the same - clear concise swatch photos, wonderful use of yarns to highlight stitches, and a larger section on color knitting. You will be able to customize your knitting w. ease since the edging patterns details are clear and concise. The author gives a wonderful intro on texture and size as a jump start point for you. The edgings are organized in logical style categories w. a fresh idea of one, "Noveau" added - it stays true to its title. As in the first book, patterns highlighting her new edgings are included. The patterns are like palettes for her fantastc new collection of edgings. This one is a keeper, for sure! ...
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At Knit-s End - Meditations for Women Who Knit Too Much

5 stars (The Yarn Harlot Knows us All) - Chicken Soup for the Knitter's Soul? Perhaps not, but as you read this book you will be brought to laughter, tears, and given moments where you go "Thank God someone else understands!" The Yarn Harlot gives me something to read when I am away from a computer and can't read her blog. She is witty, insightful, and very, very real. 5 stars (A chuckle a day for knitters) - This little book is a must for the knitting basket. I read a page or two a day and laugh out loud. The author has something to say about all aspects of knitting and every page is insightful and often funny. Highly recommended 5 stars (Great Girlfriend Gift!) - I spent a few hours on a lazy weekend reading this delightful book of observations on life through the eyes of a knitter, then ordered it to give to several of my friends who knit. Laughed out loud many times. It is witty and irreverant, and you do not have to be a maniac with the needles to "get" it. Wonderful gift that is sure to brighten the day of anyone who picks it up for even a moment ... though I warn you, it is addictive! ...
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Socks Soar on Two Circular Needles- a Manual of Elegant Knitting Techniques and Patterns

3 stars (Not the right book for me.) - By the time this book arrived, I'd already found a free online tutorial showing how to knit socks on two circular needles. I was hoping to use the sock patterns, but most are written only for a women's medium foot--too small for me, too big for my kids. And, although I've successfully resized patterns in the past, these are written in such a way that I haven't been able to figure out how to do that. I'm curious enough about the "turned toe" technique that I may just make one according to her directions to see how it's done, then figure out how to resize it for my big feet. But it would be nice to be able to start with the right size. Basically, this was the wrong book for me--doesn't mean it won't be useful for someone else, but I was disappointed. 4 stars (its called building a better mousetrap..) - I thought twice about purchasing this book because of some of the reviews that have been written,,,,, but being the thinking knitter that I am,,,, I paid little heed to the reviews,,,,,,and decided to check it out for myself. I am very glad I did. The author NEVER promises that this will be a 101 sock knitting book,,,,,, in fact she makes it quite clear,, that it is understood you have basic knitting skills, and one good reference book beyond the scope of her book .( page 2) I questioned why there are reviews that say there wasnt enough information in this book.( have they read it??) The author does offer a neat trick for grafting a toe which she credits the original inventor also. Circular needles have been around a long time,,,,, I think its should go without saying,,,,, that in all of the needlearts,,, we are to share very openly with each other and not "trademark" techniques. This book is a great addition to your sock library and I have given my dp needles a new home,,, the back of a drawer. Since starting this method, have done a 180 with my sock knitting,, my guage is very even and smooth , (with no stress poi...
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The Knitting Experience- The Purl Stitch Knitting Experience Series- Book 2

3 stars (AN ERROR IN HER KNITTING INSTRUCTIONS) - ATTENTION KNITTERS: **VERY IMPORTANT!** I am currently knitting from BOOK 2: THE PURL STITCH EXPERIENCE. The pattern I am knitting is: To-The Cottage Pullovers (Pgs. 136 through 139). After spending LONG hours trying to get the 3-block pattern for 76 stitches, I realize after not being able to sleep through the night thinking about it, THERE IS AN ERROR IN HER INSTRUCTION. For those who will be knitting this pattern, on pages 137 * 148, 3-block pattern chart, CORRECTION IS: rows 13, 15, 17, 19 (RS) K8, *P8, K8, repeat from * to 8 sts remaining, P8 There are a few sweater patterns using this 3-block plattern, so BEWARE AND READ CAREFULLY before you get frustrated like I did. Knitting a guage was no problem. The problem arised when I was acutally knitting the swetaer. The publisher should correct this and send me a new copy FREE OF CHARGE! any questions relating to this 3-block pattern, write to graphicprd@sbcglobal.net Thank you 5 stars (Another winner) - The Purl Stitch is a beautifully illustrated, easy to follow guide to producing intricate-looking garments using simple techniques and readily available yarns. Having used the first volume in the series, The Knit Stitch, I was happy to find that this second book is just as valuable. One of its best features is the presentation of photos of the same garment done in different yarns and sizes. Patterns are accurate and adaptable, and I find that they stimulate my creativity and interest in customizing them. Though I've been knitting for more than twenty years, the simplicity is far from boring. The Purl Stitch is one of my most useful references, one that I return to time and again. 5 stars (A sense of Passion and Elegance) - I feel a harmony with Sally while reading her books. As a man, there aren't many books written to men and knitting. The meditations are appropriate for this art. I especially love her second book, and feel that it has guided me to becoming an...
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Wrap Style - Innovative to Traditional- 24 Inspirational Shawls- Ponchos- and Capelets to Knit and C

5 stars (Another winner) - Ann Budd has done it again with patterns for the yarn/gauge of your choice. This time it is ponchos, capelets and shrugs - all in fashion and all tempting. Hard to decide which one I will try first. 5 stars (Horrah!) - I just got my Wrap Style in the mail today and I love the patterns. There are about five that I want to make for sure and so many more that I'd love to make as well. It's absolutely amazing. Since I haven't knitted anything I can't say much about the directions or anything, but wow, beautiful projects all around, something for everyone. ...
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Handknit Holidays - Knitting Year-Round for Christmas- Hanukkah- and Winter Solstice

5 stars (A Must-Have) - This book is definitely a winner. It is one of the few knitting books that I have looked at and said, "I want to knit everything in there!". There are Christmas ornaments, garlands and treeskirt and stocking sets. Also, several styles of table runners and a clever lace tablecloth by Annie Modesitt that uses panels of linen in between lovely lace strips. One item I think I'll be making this year is a delicate lace "frame" to use as a mat for a photograph (within a wooden frame). The garments are wonderful and most (except a little tank) are in a variety of sizes, from small to plus sized. ALL yarns in this book are of the best quality; no craft store yarns here :^) This means some of the projects can be very expensive, but I like to see projects knit with luxurious yarns because I know I can always substitute if I need to. I know shrugs have been done to death lately, but there is a new and interesting shrug idea in here from Norah Gaughn that is lovely. Highly recommended for all your gift knitting, and holiday decorating needs. The book is slanted more toward Christmas and Winter Solstice celebrations, with only one specific Chanukah project (a lovely cable pillow in which the cables form a mennorah). Many great designers, many fabulous yarns. ...
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Knitting on the Edge - Ribs - Ruffles - Lace - Fringes - Floral - Points - Picots - The Essential Co

5 stars (How do you choose just one?) - Don't even open this book unless you have an hour to spend with it. This is a veritable catalog of finishing and edges! Armed with this guide, you'll never be accused of bland knitting! Even new knitters will find creative and easy ways to spice up their projects. Each technique is shown with a swatch, instruction are easy to follow and concise and there are even several sweater and scarf designs included to demonstrate different ways you can ornament your knitting. A wonderful addition to your knitting reference library. 2 stars (Fraught with Mistakes!) - While the designs and photographs in this book are absolutely beautiful, I don't know if any of the reviewers actually tried knitting anything. The book is filled with mistakes and typos! I tried to contact the publisher, but there is no listing in New York for Sixth & Spring Publishing. I finally found a phone number in a knitting magazine. They were not very pleasant, but did tell me to contact "webmaster@sohopublishing.com" to get the corrections. The book does have a disclaimer about mistakes, but they should have tried knitting from their own instructions before publishing this expensive book! 3 stars (HELP! I want to use this book!) - How frustrating! I really wanted this beautiful book and finally got it. Poured over it for weeks and then I got the time to concentrate and actually try out the patterns. Try as I might, I COULD NOT EXECUTE THE PATTERNS! I am a grandmother who has been knitting since I was a kid, armed with my "Handook of Knitting" and ready to understand abbreviations, etc. YET.... I found that the amount of cast-ons at the start of the edgings I tried did not match up with the directions on the first rows. For instance, if it said "Cast on 9" - when I went to do the first pattern row, the instructions always went past those 9 stitches and I could not complete that first row. I am utterly frustrated and crying out for help. Someone PLEASE H...
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Stitch -N Bitch- The Knitter-s Handbook

4 stars (THE Knitting Book) - I've been knitting on and off for about 5 years, not including the various times my mom tried to teach me. I love to look at knitting patterns and wish I could knit more than just a scarf. This book has been a great help so far. I'm comfortable with the common "knit & purl" techniques but anything after that, I get a little intimidated. This book breaks it down and shows you, with illustrations, just how to make those tricky stitches. With other patterns I've seen they have a difficulty scale and that's my only complaint with this book. I'd like to knit a few of the sweaters in the book but I don't know if I'd be way over my head or not. Other than that, I think it's a great book for anyone who is interested in learning to knit or even current knitters looking for some new, funky patterns. It would make a great gift! 5 stars (Fantastic 'how to' guide!) - I rate myself as an intermediate knitter yet there were still things I learnt from reading the technical parts of this book! Her style is easy to read and follow. 3 stars (A Beginner's Perspective) - This book is great for teaching basic skills--the instructional section is detailed and fun to read. It actually has some of the best beginner instructions of any book I've tried (and I went through a lot of them because I had no one to show me even the basics). It's also great at capturing the hipness and fun of the knitting revival. My only reservation is the patterns. I feel they jump from the beginner's scarf to intermediate stuff with very little in between. There's not a lot for the true beginner to practice on to gain the confidence to tackle some of the more advanced projects. As far as the selection of patterns, about half are cool, edgy stuff that I would love to try, and the other half look way too homemade. I would give it 3 1/2 stars: very glad I tried it, but also glad I didn't buy it. (However, there is a glorious poncho in there that I vow to make some da...
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Modular Knits - New Techniques for Today-s Knitters

4 stars (fresh, light young, urban) - Fresh, light, young, urban. These are words that come to mind when I compare the styles in Iris Schrier's latest book to other recent books about modular knitting. They are all good but the designs in this one are more geared for up and coming young professionals. hip new knitters or knitters of any age who prefer a simpler, more understated look. Because they are less complicated and generally smaller they will be quicker to knit. Besides, Iris is a natural teacher so her instructions are easy to follow. 5 stars (Wonderful New Book for Knitters!) - Perfect book if you love hand-painted yarn and want it to look as good in your knitted piece as it does on the hank. It shows you through tutorials and 25 projects how to maximize the beauty of the yarn by turning and knitting to create interesting designs. Most of the chapters teach a way to knit in continuous modules without having to cut yarn or pick up stitches and the last one teaches traditional modular knitting. This is totally new stuff, so if you're adventuresome and want to expand your knitting abilities, you'll love it. ...
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Weekend Knitting - 50 Unique Projects and Ideas

3 stars (Caveat knitter!) - Or, buyer beware. First off, as was already stated in many of these reviews, this book is not for a new knitter. At all. The patterns are not impossible, and some of them are pretty easy. I am an experienced knitter and some of the patterns, like the flower washcloth, were easy to do, easy to understand, and quick to knit. The patterns, overall, were lovely to look at and the photography in this book was amazing. Interspersing the knitting with suggestions (recipes, etc.) was a cute idea. The caveat is this: the projects in this book are not weekend projects, nor are they cheap. You can substitute, but let's be serious for a moment. A weekend cashmere sweater? In my dreams. This is a book for the knitter with time and money. If, like me, you fall into the other category, this is probably not your book. Part of me wants to give this book just one star because it is one of the most misleading titles for a book I have ever seen. The other part won't rate it low because there were some neat ideas but frankly, very little in there I would actually knit. I would be more likely to design a sweater than pick one from this idyllic-weekend-in-the-Berkshires book. One more thing - this book has egg cozies and elf slippers and tiny tiny finger puppets that would be cute to me if they weren't knit on 00 needles using 3 or 4 colors and cozy sweaters that would be awesome - just awesome - if you can spend your weekend uninteruppted by phone calls, dogs, kids, visitors, your boyfriend's friends waltzing in at 2 o'clock Sunday for breakfast, or... you get the idea. If you have to have a sweater egg cozy for your soft boiled egg, you need this book. If you can live without one, you can probably live without this book. 2 stars (Much harder than described) - I have other books by Falick that are much easier and less time intensive. These projects could only be done in a weekend if your weekend lasts 30 days! The main problem is that ...
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