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Colorwork Creations

Author : Susan Anderson-Freed
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2010-09-21
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781440216589

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Colorwork Creations by Susan Anderson-Freed Pdf

The gorgeous and cozy projects in Colorwork Creations simply beg to be knit. Choose from more than 30 hats, mittens and gloves that pair traditional Sanquhar knitting motifs with birds and beasts of the woodlands. Small enough for a quick-knitted gift, but precious enough to cherish forever, these pieces will, these pieces will delight and inspire for years to come. Colorwork Creations features: • Over 30 stunning patterns, ranging from ski hats, chullos and tams to flip-top mittens, knit in a wide variety of luscious yarns and colors. • Full-color charts showcasing traditional colorwork motifs and original designs inspired by creatures of the forest: nuthatches, butterflies, reindeer and more. • Detailed patterns, techniques and tips for stress-free knitting. An innovative "finger-to-cuff" construction method for mittens and gloves makes sizing and construction a breeze. • Options for mixing and matching motifs for truly unique and customized creations. Your adventure begins here: take a journey through colorwork with woodland-inspired knits.

Colorwork Creations

Author : Susan Anderson-Freed
Publisher : Krause Publications
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2010-10-19
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1440212422

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Colorwork Creations by Susan Anderson-Freed Pdf

Create beautiful woodland-inspired accessories The gorgeous and cozy projects in Colorwork Creations simply beg to be knit. Choose from more than 30 hats, mittens and gloves that pair traditional Sanquhar knitting motifs with birds and beasts of the woodlands. Small enough for a quick-knitted gift, but precious enough to cherish forever, these pieces will, these pieces will delight and inspire for years to come. Colorwork Creations features: Over 30 stunning patterns, ranging from ski hats, chullos and tams to flip-top mittens, knit in a wide variety of luscious yarns and colors. Full-color charts showcasing traditional colorwork motifs and original designs inspired by creatures of the forest: nuthatches, butterflies, reindeer and more. Detailed patterns, techniques and tips for stress-free knitting. An innovative "finger-to-cuff" construction method for mittens and gloves makes sizing and construction a breeze. Options for mixing and matching motifs for truly unique and customized creations. Your adventure begins here: take a journey through colorwork with woodland-inspired knits.

Colorwork Mittens & Gloves

Author : Susan Anderson-Freed
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2011-07-22
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781440320156

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Colorwork Mittens & Gloves by Susan Anderson-Freed Pdf

The gorgeous and cozy projects in Colorwork Creations simply beg to be knit. Choose from more than 30 hats, mittens and gloves that pair traditional Sanquhar knitting motifs with birds and beasts of the woodlands. Small enough for a quick-knitted gift, but precious enough to cherish forever, these pieces will, these pieces will delight and inspire for years to come. Colorwork Creations features: Over 30 stunning patterns, ranging from ski hats, chullos and tams to flip-top mittens, knit in a wide variety of luscious yarns and colors. Full-color charts showcasing traditional colorwork motifs and original designs inspired by creatures of the forest: nuthatches, butterflies, reindeer and more. Detailed patterns, techniques and tips for stress-free knitting. An innovative "finger-to-cuff" construction method for mittens and gloves makes sizing and construction a breeze. Options for mixing and matching motifs for truly unique and customized creations. Your adventure begins here: take a journey through colorwork with woodland-inspired knits.

Colourwork Knitting

Author : Susan Anderson-Freed
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2010-10-29
Category : Color in clothing
ISBN : 0715338978

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Colourwork Knitting by Susan Anderson-Freed Pdf

'Colourwork Knitting' offers an abundance of gorgeous patterns for hats, gloves and mittens that will allow you to show off your colourwork skills.

AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary

Author : Andrea Rangel
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2017-08-08
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780593327852

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AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary by Andrea Rangel Pdf

Break the rules. Knit outside the lines! AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary takes an unexpected look at stranded colorwork with 200 new motifs. These unique colorwork charts are perfect for the creative knitter looking to break away from the ordinary. Derived from graphic design elements, these fresh, fun motifs include everything from geometric mountains, waves, and spirals to modern bikes, skulls, and sheep. Dive into color knitting with confidence with a section on reading charts, working floats, and choosing colors. Learn how stranded colorwork can be used in design with five accompanying projects including mitts, cowls, and sweaters. AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary is the perfect gift for knitters looking for fun pattern ideas or new stitches. Get inspired to break the rules and use your imagination to modify, deconstruct, and combine motifs to create your own unique designs.

Fair Isle Style

Author : Mary Jane Mucklestone
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-09
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781620334768

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Fair Isle Style by Mary Jane Mucklestone Pdf

Hailing from a tiny island in the northern most island group of the British Isles, Fair Isle knitting has been produced for nearly 200 years and is still seen on runways today. Discover true Fair Isle knitting and build fantastic colorscapesâ€"from elegant subtle shadings inspired by the natural landscape to exuberant riots of color for its own sake. Fair Isle Style is a book of projects to knit as well as a book about knitting the Fair Isle technique. This book offers a collection of patterns from a variety of established, rising, and new knitwear designers and focuses on fresh, modern uses of color for today's knitters. A Design Notebook rounds out the book, giving readers further ideas to use Fair Isle knitting. Delight in a modern look from a traditional technique with Fair Isle Style.

The Colorwork Bible

Author : Jesie Ostermiller
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-10-06
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780593327975

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The Colorwork Bible by Jesie Ostermiller Pdf

Master beginner and advanced colorwork knitting techniques in this comprehensive colorwork guide With chapters outlining more than a half dozen colorwork knitting techniques, The Colorwork Bible is your updated exploration of both beginner- and advanced-level skills with a vibrant, modern palette and inspired projects. Join knitwear designer Jesie Ostermiller as you learn: • A variety of small-scale swatch lessons that help you master a technique before diving into a full size project. • Stripes, stranding, Fair Isle, brioche, slip-stitch, mosaic, intarsia, and more! Each technique is featured must-make projects you'll want to cast-on today. • Valuable tips and tricks, plus essential information on successfully combining colors for the best possible results. Dig deep into the most colorful techniques in knitting with The Colorwork Bible!

The Harmony Guides: Colourwork Stitches

Author : Susie Johns
Publisher : Anova Books
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2009-05-05
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1843404222

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The Harmony Guides: Colourwork Stitches by Susie Johns Pdf

When worked harmoniously, colour can be used to engage a viewer, to evoke emotions and to communicate meaning and when selecting designs and palettes. This collection of patterns, designs and motifs will keep knitters constantly inspired. From simple stripes and polkadots to more complicated Fair Isle designs, Colourwork Stitches features a range of swatches for knitters of every skill level. Whether you want to create a men’s scarf in a slip-stitch tartan or a baby blanket in a chevron stripe, this volume is designed to revolutionise the way you think about the colourwork in your projects. All swatches are worked in updated yarns, beautifully photographed and accompanied by easy-to-follow instructions. The Harmony Guides have been longstanding references for handcrafters for more than thirty years, with over half a million worldwide sales. All titles are fully revised and updated with eye-catching photography and innovative new stitches, but also never forgetting the heritage of the guides, these really will be the only reference titles on any knitter’s bookshelves. Other books in the series include: 'Knit & Purl', 'Lace & Eyelets', 'Cables & Arans', 'Crochet Stitch Motifs', 'Basic Crochet Stitches', '101 Stitches to Knit', '101 Stitches to Crochet', 'Knit Edgings & Trims' and 'Crochet Edgings & Trims'.

Nordic Knitting Traditions

Author : Susan Anderson-Freed
Publisher : Krause Publications
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-10-17
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1440230269

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Nordic Knitting Traditions by Susan Anderson-Freed Pdf

Knit Gorgeous Colorwork Accessories in the Nordic Tradition! Traditional Scandinavian and Icelandic designs are given new life in the projects found in Nordic Knitting Traditions. 25 projects feature original floral, star, feather and geometric motifs, all knit in fresh and modern colors. With a diverse collection of hats, tams, mittens, gloves, socks, knee-highs and legwarmers, you'll find plenty of jaw-dropping, colorful accessories to knit for yourself and the ones you love. Inside: Thoughtful construction and full-color charts make these designs easy to knit. Variations for knitting mittens and gloves in two ways and lengthening socks into knee-highs, as well as fully charted alternative colorways, allow you to achieve customized looks. "Complete the Look" instructions guide you to patterns that match, making it easy to create coordinating accessories. Tips and tricks for sizing, construction and stress-free knitting help you knit items that will become family heirlooms. Nordic Knitting Traditions celebrates the roots of stranded knitting with inspiring designs and elegant colorways. Start knitting your own piece of history today.

Swedish Handknits

Author : Sue Flanders,Janine Kosel
Publisher : Voyageur Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2012-08-25
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781610585729

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Swedish Handknits by Sue Flanders,Janine Kosel Pdf

Swedish Handknits is a collection of patterns for sweaters, hats, scarves, mittens, headbands, and bags, all inspired by the historic textiles housed at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Institute was the first to host the successful Bohus knitting exhibit in America, so it's fitting that their world-class textile collection provides the inspiration for these designs.As in the authors' Norwegian Handknits, vintage photographs of Swedish immigrants, recipes, and photos of the artifacts that inspired the designs will be included, along with a short history of knitting in Sweden. Bohus, twined knitting, and Swedish mittens are some of the many techniques featured in the book.

Colorwork for Adventurous Knitters

Author : Lori Ihnen
Publisher : Creative Publishing international
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2012-08-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781610584227

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Colorwork for Adventurous Knitters by Lori Ihnen Pdf

This step-by-step technique reference introduces and thoroughly explores several styles of knitting that involve color/yarn changes to create intricate patterns and designs. With Colorwork for Adventurous Knitters, you'll delve into exciting methods including striping, slipstitch, mosaic, stranded, and intarsia knitting and duplicate stitch and embroidery embellishment. While colorwork is commonly found in knitting projects, each colorwork knitting method requires skills that are difficult for someone to simply grasp on their own without careful guidance, which is just what this volume provides. Each section includes easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions, teaching all that is necessary to master the required knitting skills. Charts, diagrams, and graphs are also provided, and swatch exercises in each section give the reader a chance to try the skills. Sections end with three to five small projects. This volume is an inspiring addition to any knitter’s library.

Nordic Knitting Traditions

Author : Susan Anderson-Freed
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2012-09-19
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781440230288

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Nordic Knitting Traditions by Susan Anderson-Freed Pdf

Knit Gorgeous Colorwork Accessories in the Nordic Tradition! Traditional Scandinavian and Icelandic designs are given new life in the projects found in Nordic Knitting Traditions. 25 projects feature original floral, star, feather and geometric motifs, all knit in fresh and modern colors. With a diverse collection of hats, tams, mittens, gloves, socks, knee-highs and legwarmers, you'll find plenty of jaw-dropping, colorful accessories to knit for yourself and the ones you love. Inside: • Thoughtful construction and full-color charts make these designs easy to knit. • Variations for knitting mittens and gloves in two ways and lengthening socks into knee-highs, as well as fully charted alternative colorways, allow you to achieve customized looks. • "Complete the Look" instructions guide you to patterns that match, making it easy to create coordinating accessories. • Tips and tricks for sizing, construction and stress-free knitting help you knit items that will become family heirlooms. Nordic Knitting Traditions celebrates the roots of stranded knitting with inspiring designs and elegant colorways. Start knitting your own piece of history today.

Top-Down Colorwork Knit Sweaters and Accessories

Author : Wenke Müller
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2021-12-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780811769938

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Top-Down Colorwork Knit Sweaters and Accessories by Wenke Müller Pdf

Beautiful sweaters and accessories, simple to knit! There is no more classic sweater than the yoke pullover, which can be worn anywhere and everywhere and always looks stunning. The heathered tones of yarn used in this book bring back the feeling of wearing wool against cold, harsh conditions, though you may be wearing yours while sipping cocoa by the fire. The 14 pullover patterns are all worked top down and in the round, to minimize seaming and keep you in a happy knitting rhythm. New to colorwork? All you need to know to get started is explained in the tutorial section. If you are new to stranded knitting, or just desire a quicker project, the 11 hat, scarf, sock, and other accessory patterns bring you the same rustic feel in smaller knits. Perfect for using up leftover sweater yarn to make coordinating accessories, these pieces will keep you warm and cozy in beautiful, soft colors.

Fair Isle & Nordic Knits

Author : Nicki Trench
Publisher : CICO Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2014-04-10
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1782490884

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Fair Isle & Nordic Knits by Nicki Trench Pdf

Learn to knit the Nordic way From Shetland to the Faroe Islands, Norway and beyond, there is a shared tradition of knitting intricate patterns in colors that combine and contrast. Whether you have been inspired by watching Danish dramas or you are fascinated by the intricate geometric patterns of Fair Isle, there are designs here that will make you want to pick up your needles and get knitting. Garments include a sweater vest with a vintage feel, an adorable cardigan for a baby, and a Nordic-style yoked sweater. For the home, there’s a cafetiėre cozy, a chunky cushion cover, and more. There’s also a baby blanket that would make a perfect gift, and a lined cover for your e-reader. With full color charts for all patterns, and a techniques section to explain essential colorwork knitting skills, you will have everything you need to know.

Cat Knits

Author : Marna Gilligan
Publisher : David and Charles
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2020-05-12
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9781446378830

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Cat Knits by Marna Gilligan Pdf

The ultimate cat lover’s collection of knitting patterns for garments and accessories. Knitters and cats lovers will love this collection of sixteen quirky designs, all based around the theme of cats. It includes four garments graded for sixteen different sizes, as well as cat-themed accessories including a wrap, shawl, scarf, cowl, capelet, mittens and hats. Knitters can choose from more advanced patterns throughout the book or more beginner patterns using lighter weight yarn. The patterns are divided up into four chapters, each with a different style of cat-themed design similar to Marna’s Sinister Catdigan pattern.