Whether you’re just picking up knitting needles for the first time or you’ve been knitting for years, Knitting For Dummies, 2 nd Edition , will be your pattern for knitting success. Have you always wanted to knit, but are just not sure how or where to start? Have you been knitting for years and want to perfect your stitches? As a beginner you will learn… the tools of the trade the basics how to read a pattern the fundamentals basic stitches techniques no knitter should be without what to do when you make a common mistake tips for knitting in the round how to knit some easy projects More advanced? Try your needles at stripes, cables, twists, lace, Fair Isle, intarsia, and full garments. Knitting For Dummies, 2 nd Edition , will not only enhance the skills you already have, it’ll teach you new ones, from expert knitters who will guide you every step of the way. You’ll be on your way to knitting a new wardrobe in no time!
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‘…invaluable aid to learning to knit…covers absolutely everything you need to know…bestselling guide.’ (Let′s Get Crafting, January 2010).
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The bestselling guide to knitting — now featuring new projects and patterns! Want to know how to knit? This fun and easy guide shows you how to create beautiful, timeless pieces, whether you′re new to knitting or you′re ready for more advanced patterns. From scarves and sweaters to bags, pillows, and more, you′ll find lots of projects for practicing and perfecting your skills. Plus, you get the latest knitting techniques and resources! Get ready to knit — choose yarn and needles, read pattern instructions and charts, and measure gauge Now you′re knitting! — cast on, knit and purl, use basic stitches, make increases and decreases, and knit in the round Expand your knowledge — knit stripes and cables, work with multiple colors per row, do lacework, and more Make great garments — assemble and block pieces, make bands and buttonholes, close seams, and add finishing touches Handle common mistakes — know what to do if you drop a stitch or inadvertently add one Make great gifts — knit a baby′s layette, a child′s sweater, pullovers, jackets, and more Reap the added benefits of knitting — increase your creativity, learn patience, gain a sense of purpose, and soothe your soul Open the book and find: Step–by–step instructions with helpful illustrations and color photos A fresh variety of projects, from beginner to advanced The latest yarns and stylish patterns Techniques every knitter should know Felted knitting projects Tips for relaxing stiff shoulders and fingers A detailed guide to knitting your first sweater
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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This is a great book for beginners to knitting. It is easy to understand as every type of stitch is fully explained, visual examples are good as you can see what your work is supposed to look like.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By t edwards
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I have been wanting to learn to knit for ages and this book really does take you through step by step. The instructions are easy to follow and there are some lovely little projects to get you started.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this for my wife as she has just taken up knitting and she has found this book to be incredibly useful. She says that the book is very easy to use and covers everything she needs; from how to pick-up a dropped stitch to helping her understand knitting patterns, etc.
If nothing else it saves her making late night phone calls to our mothers for help when she gets stuck!
A great item at a cheap price and as always it was swiftly delivered; 10/10!
If nothing else it saves her making late night phone calls to our mothers for help when she gets stuck!
A great item at a cheap price and as always it was swiftly delivered; 10/10!
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Ok
Think it would have been better in paper form rather than the kindle because it is a bit of pain for reference
Published 23 days ago by Mrs J Hull
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Why Buy New?!!
The book arrived promptly. It is in perfect condition. Brilliant price, I always check used books first if buying for myself, or other enlightened shoppers!
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. P.M.Gilbert
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Not as comprehensive as I expected
I am a returning knitter so thought this would help me to return. However, it was not as comprehensive as I expected - diagrams were very poor - would not buy from this series... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Margaret Barrett
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Not necessary
I started to learn knitting a year ago and bought this book as help. I looked something up once and decided it was to confusing, the pictures didn't help at all. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Kathleen
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brilliant for beginners
i bought this for my wife who thought it was great. It gives step by step instructions and easy projects to make for first timers. Well set out book and easy to follow. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mr J E Joyner
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Can't beat it
I love anything from the 'Dummies' collection, and this book is no exception. Well worth the cost for anyone just learning the craft.
Published 3 months ago by M. Fitzwater
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excellent book, easy to follow instructions, they were purchased for gifts to people new to knitting but I decided to keep one for myself.
Published 4 months ago by Deborah Taylor
1.0 out of 5 stars
awful
Unless you happen to make pretzels for a living this book has the most useless explanation for casting on I have ever seen. No point in reading on.
Published 11 months ago by Tori
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Helpful,...but not that much
I bought this book as I am an absolute knitting dummy. The basics are pretty clear and helpful, although as the content gets more complicated, so does the explanation. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Shaila P.D.
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Brilliant useful book
I have re-started knitting after an absence of 30 years. I gave up because of lack of time and an inability to progress because I couldn't understand patterns. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Mrs. C. Fairclough
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