The first complete step-by-step photographic guide and an essential reference for knitters of all styles and techniques, presented in an easy-reference, take-along format. A compilation of all the techniques for beginning and ending knitting projects, it offers a welcome surprise to many knitters who are not aware of the breadth of possibilities. Choosing the right cast on or bind off to fit the chosen yarn and stitch technique will add to the appeal of the finished knitting project.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Mariana
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
I ordered this book because I was interested to know about different ways of casting on and off. However, I would warn future buyers that you really need to be an experienced knitter as some of the methods are quite difficult to master. It's all a matter of practising I would think. Although I am a very experienced knitter I found some of the methods quite difficult though I haven't tried them all yet. If you want something a little bit different then this is a really good book from which to learn. One bonus is that it is spiral bound so lies flat making it much easier to use. I would recommend this book and am glad I ordered it.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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I got this book because although an experienced knitter, I had only 1 or 2 types of casting on and off in my repertoire. I do a lot of seamless & Top-down knitting, & the methods I was taught when learning the basics just can't be adapted to suit. This little book has a great range of different methods of each, well illustrated, with handy tips on which is appropriate for different projects, and pluses and minuses of each. My only gripe is in the layout which should be revised for reprints - many of the methods' detailed instructions and photos span 2 pages - surely they could have been laid out to both be visible at the same time? A lot of them need you to turn the page half way through - not easy if you're learning a new method and are holding 2 strands of wool and 5 needles! Other than that it's one of the best books I've got & I'm enjoying trying lots of new methods that are improving the starting/finishing of my projects.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By BrendaP
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
The small physical size (6" x 7") with spiral binding means that this book will be easy to keep with any knitting project. It has good clear photos of the various methods of casting on and casting off (or binding off as it's American) and lovely little sketches suggesting when to use the different techniques. The only gripe I have is that the two photos on page 15 which illustrate 'knitwise' and 'purlwise' are printed back to front / mirror imaged and so look very odd. This could be very confusing to a beginner although it's not really a beginner's book.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Jill Forrest
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
I never realised that you could cast on and off in so many different ways! I think this is an excellent reference book for any adventurous knitter to have in their library. I particularly appreciate the description of the stitches and what they are most useful for.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Janwalla
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
I highly recommend you buy this book its a keeper and small enough to pop in your knitting bag
.A really good book with lots of information, Its set out well and easy to understand, Ive been knitting for over 45yrs and some of the cast ons and bind offs were new to me. Have already used a some of the cast ons and two of the bind offs. I look forward to using more. I always srtruggled with the long tail cast on, but its easy to understand in this book. Cant wait to try the triple braid cast on!
.A really good book with lots of information, Its set out well and easy to understand, Ive been knitting for over 45yrs and some of the cast ons and bind offs were new to me. Have already used a some of the cast ons and two of the bind offs. I look forward to using more. I always srtruggled with the long tail cast on, but its easy to understand in this book. Cant wait to try the triple braid cast on!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By V
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is turning out to be a really useful resource for someone like me who only ever learnt one way to cast on and off. As my knitting has progressed and matured, my ability to start and finish my work accordingly struggled to keep up. Once i got to the point I knew there must be more ways to cast on and off to make a project better, I started to trawl the internet for ideas. This handy little reference book is great - it brings together those ideas all in one small pakage, and adds a few more aswell - great for referring to on the more tricky aspects of the techniques. Definately worth the amazon price.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have been knitting for years, but have long realised that modern wools and knitting patterns require more than the usual means of casting on and off. This book really does give you some good tips - which enables you to give your project a much more professional look. I would certainly recommend it to anyone who enjoys knitting for a hobby.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By D. J. Cooper
Format:Spiral-bound|Amazon Verified Purchase
Book does what it promises very well. Clear illustrations, comprehensible instructions and indexes helpful.
Spiral bound format makes it easy to use & size great for carrying around in project bag
Spiral bound format makes it easy to use & size great for carrying around in project bag
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Very clear and helpful instructions
The book contains lots of variations on starting and finishing knitted work. The instructions are very clear and have been helpful for me in learning different methods of casting... Read more
Published 15 days ago by ATB
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Very compact and useful addition to your knitting bag
This is a most useful book. I consider myself an experienced knitter. This has taught me a thing or two about casting on and off! Read more
Published 1 month ago by L. Clarkson
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a fantastic book for the knitting enthusiast
this is a well constructed and highly informative book for anyone looking to improve their knitting skills. Read more
Published 3 months ago by fliss
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Cast on Bind Off
This book is great and good for everyone looking to extend their knowledge of new cast on bind off with their knitting
Published 3 months ago by Jennifer Laird
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Good resource
Bought this for my sister who is an avid knitter. Even though she is an experienced knitter she found some useful information here.
Published 4 months ago by Requiem
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Stuck in a rut
We are all taught to cast on when we learn to knit and by and large that is how we carry on but there are so many more ways. This book is a revelation.
Published 4 months ago by Jackydaw
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Cas on Bind Off
Lots of interesting ideas and tips and a very good book for reference. Nicely laid out and very easy to follow
Published 4 months ago by Woollyjumper
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confusing
A comprehensive collection of cast on/cast off methods but it could be very confusing for any knitter who is not conversnt with the "continental" style of knitting (ie holding the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Henrietta
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CAST ON BIND OFF
TAUGHT ME THAT THERE ARE MORE WAYS THEN ONE TO CAST OFF OR ON AND THAT IT PAYS WHEN THE CAST OFF IS TO TIGHT
Published 4 months ago by jacky
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Knitting
Very interesting book and I am fascinated by all the different ways to cast on and off. Will sit and experiment. A good book to have.
Published 4 months ago by Deanna Eves
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