Quantity:

More Buying Choices

26 used & new from �6.04

Have one to sell? Sell yours here

Share your own customer images

Search inside this book

How to Knit: The Definitive Knitting Course Complete with Step-by-step Techniques, Stitch Libraries and Projects for Your Home and Family (Paperback)

by Debbie Bliss (Author)

4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

RRP:	�12.99
Price:	�7.59 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details and conditions
You Save:	�5.40 (42%)
	o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o

In stock.
Dispatched from and sold by Amazon.co.uk. Gift-wrap available.

Want guaranteed delivery by Tuesday, November 17? Choose Express delivery at checkout. See Details

19 new from �6.04 7 used from �6.07

Other Editions:	RRP:	Our Price:	Other Offers:
Hardcover			12 used & new from �4.47
Paperback (New edition)			9 used & new from �7.00

Frequently Bought Together

Knitty Gritty: Knitting for the Absolute Beginner

Price For All Three: �25.06

Show availability and delivery details

This item: How to Knit: The Definitive Knitting Course Complete with Step-by-step Techniques, Stitch Libraries and Projects for Your Home and Family by Debbie Bliss
In stock.
Dispatched from and sold by Amazon.co.uk.
This item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details and conditions
Baby Knits for Beginners by Debbie Bliss
In stock.
Dispatched from and sold by Amazon.co.uk.
This item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details and conditions
Knitty Gritty: Knitting for the Absolute Beginner by Aneeta Patel
In stock.
Dispatched from and sold by Amazon.co.uk.
This item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details and conditions

Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

Baby Knits for Beginners

by Debbie Bliss

4.4 out of 5 stars (17) �8.99

The Knitter's Bible: The Complete Handbook for Creative Knitters

by Claire Crompton

4.6 out of 5 stars (17) �8.74

Step-by-step Knitting Workbook: All the Techniques and Guidance You Need to Knit Successfully, Including Over 20 Projects

by Debbie Bliss

4.5 out of 5 stars (4) �9.49

Stitch 'n Bitch Handbook: Instructions, Patterns, and Advice for a New Generation of Knitters

by Debbie Stoller

4.3 out of 5 stars (40) �6.07

Knitty Gritty: Knitting for the Absolute Beginner

by Aneeta Patel

4.7 out of 5 stars (33) �8.48

› Explore similar items

Product details

Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Collins & Brown; New edition edition (1 Oct 2004)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1843402130
ISBN-13: 978-1843402138
Product Dimensions: 27.4 x 20.8 x 1.4 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 6,453 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
Popular in these categories:
#6 in Books > Home & Garden > Crafts > Needlework & Fabrics > Knitting
#35 in Books > Home & Garden > Crafts > Printmaking

Would you like to update product info or give feedback on images?

Customers Viewing This Page May Be Interested in These Sponsored Links

(What is this?)

Unusual yarns & patterns opens new browser window

www.theknittinghut.co.uk - Free Patterns, Free Advice, Great Service, Free postage over �20!

Product Description

Leading designer Debbie Bliss takes you, lesson by lesson, through the techniques and stitches of knitting, from casting on the first stitch to creating an intricate Fair Isle cardigan. Presented as nine workshops, each lesson builds on the skills already learned to ensure steady, confident progress. As well as teaching new skills, each workshop finishes with projects specially designed to put them into practise. The first lesson looks at materials and equipment, then takes you through most of the basic stitches and techniques. Subsequent lessons cover simple stitch patterns, Aran knitting, entrelac, and finishing and design techniques. Each lesson also presents a collection of stitches that builds into a library, and projects range from clothing for the family to cushions and a throw for the home. Packed with hundreds of colour photos and illustrations, this is an ideal how-to for beginners and a valuable reference for more experienced knitters.

About the Author

Debbie Bliss is one of the most popular children's knitwear designers. She is also a hugely successful author whose books include 'Classic Knits for Kids', 'Bright Knits for Kids', 'Family Knits' and 'Nautical Knits for Kids'. She contriubutes knitwear designs to numerous magazines and has made several television appearances during her career. Debbie lives in Walthamstowe, London.

Inside This Book (Learn More)

Tags Customers Associate with This Product

(What's this?)

Click on a tag to find related items, discussions, and people.

knitting(3)

See all 6 tags...

What Do Customers Ultimately Buy After Viewing This Item?

	48% buy the item featured on this page: How to Knit: The Definitive Knitting Course Complete with Step-by-step Techniques, Stitch Libraries and Projects for Your Home and Family 4.4 out of 5 stars (16) �7.59
	24% buy Knitty Gritty: Knitting for the Absolute Beginner 4.7 out of 5 stars (33) �8.48
	13% buy The Knitter's Bible: The Complete Handbook for Creative Knitters 4.6 out of 5 stars (17) �8.74
	9% buy Stitch 'n Bitch Handbook: Instructions, Patterns, and Advice for a New Generation of Knitters 4.3 out of 5 stars (40) �6.07

Explore similar items

Customer Reviews

16 Reviews

5 star:		(10)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(2)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

Average Customer Review

4.4 out of 5 stars (16 customer reviews)

Share your thoughts with other customers:

Create your own review

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

76 of 76 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Have for all Beginner Knitters, 9 Dec 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: How to Knit: The Definitive Knitting Course Complete with Step-by-step Techniques, Stitch Libraries and Projects for Your Home and Family (Paperback)

I am a complete beginner at knitting. This book is excellent if you want to start off with the basics - casting on, basic stitches etc. The author keeps you interested in the craft by including easy (they must be easy if I can knit them!)knitting patterns right from the early chapters of the book. The knitting projects/stitches etc become progressively harder - but never too difficult to understand and do. Having tried a few other beginners' knitting books, this is definitely the best.

Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)

44 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent reference for beginners, 17 Nov 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: How to Knit: The Definitive Knitting Course Complete with Step-by-step Techniques, Stitch Libraries and Projects for Your Home and Family (Paperback)

I bought this book a couple of years ago when I was learing to knit, and still use it as a reference.
The instructions are very clear and well illustrated, from the basics such as casting on through to colourwork and aran. There is even a section on designing your own sweaters.
The book includes quite a few basic patterns demonstating the different techniques.
Definately recommended for beginners.

Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)

45 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Knitting Book Ever!!, 9 May 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: How to Knit: The Definitive Knitting Course Complete with Step-by-step Techniques, Stitch Libraries and Projects for Your Home and Family (Paperback)

I brought this book a few months ago and being an intermediate knitter I found it so helpful. There is practically everything you need to know in this book whether your a beginner or more experienced! I found that this is a good reference book and I always use it to either learn something new or as a reminder on how to do certain stitches/techniques. I've also been to Debbie's teach-in class (in Islington) and it was fantastic. If your interested in knitting on any level - Get this book!!

Comment Comment | Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? Yes No (Report this)

Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review

› See all 16 customer reviews...

Most Recent Customer Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars Does what it says
Before:

My daughter could not knit

After:

She can knit

Thus the book does what it says. Read more

Published 3 months ago by M. Sear

3.0 out of 5 stars Thorough but dated
I bought this looking for a failproof guide to knitting - the diagrams are clear (though I've not yet put them to the test) and the coverage comprehensive but the minute I saw the... Read more

Published 8 months ago by Ms. V. Millar

4.0 out of 5 stars A new knitter
I recently felt the urge to start knitting and brought this book to help me start. It has clear instructions on how to do the basics like casting on and knit and pearl stitches,... Read more

Published 8 months ago by A. Towler

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for beginners and the experienced knitter
I initially borrowed this book from the library and found it so good that I had to buy my own copy! It explains knitting techniques very clearly, with easy-to-follow pictures so... Read more

Published 9 months ago by N. J. Slade

3.0 out of 5 stars Buyer Beware...
although this book is good for learning the basics of knitting, most of the projects are for children, which was unexpected. Read more

Published 12 months ago by F. Hardcastle

5.0 out of 5 stars If you only get one knitting book, let it be this one
This book is my knitting Bible. Debbie Bliss really knows what she is talking about and passes on her valuable knowledge in a simple and clear way. Read more

Published 22 months ago by L. Hatwell

4.0 out of 5 stars A valuable book for anyone who wants to be a competent knitter
I discovered this book a few years ago having previously only knitted scarfs and blankets. I found this book very informative. Read more

Published on 4 Aug 2007 by a reader

5.0 out of 5 stars Now I can knit - thanks to a very good book.
I bought this book last autumn to begin knitting as a complete beginner. My friend (who knits) had a look at it and very soon bought her own copy as it contained more advanced... Read more

Published on 28 Mar 2005

2.0 out of 5 stars Ok, but...
While this book taught me the basics of how to knit, and i did go from not having a clue, to knitting the first project(a garter stich bag). Read more

Published on 4 Mar 2005

5.0 out of 5 stars Invaluable!
After years of only being confident enough to handle knit and purl, I have mastered cable and lace knitting within one day - and it's all thanks to this fantastic book. Read more

Published on 12 Oct 2003 by Mrs. O. Chalmers

› See all 16 customer reviews...

.jsOffDisplayBlock { display: block; } .jsOffDisplayInline { display: inline; } .jsOffVisibility { visibility: visible; } .jsOnDisplayBlock { display: none; } .jsOnDisplayNoneBlock { display: block; } .jsOnDisplayNoneInline { display: inline; } .jsOnDisplayInline { display: none; } .jsOnVisibility { visibility: hidden; } .jqOnDisplayBlock { display: none; } .jqOnDisplayInline { display: none; } .jqOnVisibility { visibility: hidden; } .jqOnDisplayNoneBlock { display: block; } .jqOnDisplayNoneInline { display: inline; }