There's a new generation of knitters out there, turning the traditional image of granny-knitters on its head. Everyone has heard the mantra 'Knitting is the new yoga' but not everyone is lucky enough to have someone to show them the ropes and get them started on their very first row. Unless they have a friend or relative to teach them how to start, often would-be knitters turn to the so-called 'beginners patterns' but these can be confusing, difficult to follow, and more often than not written in 'knit' rather than English. This book will be a tried and tested guide for people at the very beginning of their knitting lives, looking for guidance and patterns for projects that they can use to make that first all-important step to 'Beyond the Scarf'. Contents include: Knitting Basics: Getting Started; Knitter's First Project: The Scarf; Workshops: Decreasing; Creating a Rib; Changing Colour; Increasing; Finishing; Knitting a Flower; Cable: Making a Cable; Making a Cable Bag; Eyelets and so on...
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'This is one of the best beginners knitting books I have ever seen' --Read Craft Newsletter, Oct-Dec 2008
"Full of absolute beginner-proof instructions and patterns. The must-have accessory this winter " --The Sunday Telegraph
"This comprehensive resource is a must-have for the new generation of knitters" --Craftsman Magazine
"Full of absolute beginner-proof instructions and patterns. The must-have accessory this winter " --The Sunday Telegraph
"This comprehensive resource is a must-have for the new generation of knitters" --Craftsman Magazine
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"Full of absolute beginner-proof instructions and patterns. The must-have accessory this winter "
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137 of 137 people found the following review helpful
By R. Helm
Format:Paperback
I love this book! I vaguely remember knitting when I was small but like many had forgotten how. The pictures are all really clear and the accompanying text is plainly written, making it all nice and easy to follow. Its also written for an English audience, so no need to translate needle sizes or yarn type from US.
I love the projects in this book, they all look fun to make, the patterns themselves are explained really well (especially all of the abbreviations) and most importantly it all looks really achievable. I hate looking through a so called 'beginners' book and feeling like I would be out of my depth knitting half of what is in it.
The author also encourages creativity which is great, I feel like I've made something I really like rather than just following a very specific pattern which can only be knitted with 'X' yarn.
I love the projects in this book, they all look fun to make, the patterns themselves are explained really well (especially all of the abbreviations) and most importantly it all looks really achievable. I hate looking through a so called 'beginners' book and feeling like I would be out of my depth knitting half of what is in it.
The author also encourages creativity which is great, I feel like I've made something I really like rather than just following a very specific pattern which can only be knitted with 'X' yarn.
114 of 115 people found the following review helpful
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I was given a "Learn to Knit" book for Christmas and it's rubbish. I just ended up feeling frustrated.... so I searched Amazon for something decent and read the positive reviews of this book. I'm so pleased I bought it. Projects start simple and build up to more complex work. Good "trouble-shooting" section. Brilliant explanations of how patterns are written (which, as a complete novice, seemed like a foreign language to me!). Yes, there are lots of projects that involve children's clothes but, for me, that's not a criticism - personally I need small projects to get me started and keep up my momentum!! I have a concern though - this book has made knitting seem so fun and easy I'm going to spend a fortune on wool!!!!
If you're a complete beginner and need a book to get you started (and keep your interest in the beauty and fun of knitting) then this is definately the book for you!!!!
If you're a complete beginner and need a book to get you started (and keep your interest in the beauty and fun of knitting) then this is definately the book for you!!!!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
By 'Marble'
Format:Paperback
I purchased this book to remind me of the basics as I haven't knitted for about 20 years. It all came flooding back though. I found one or two of the instructions might have been a little confusing for an absolute beginner but nothing that couldn't be worked out by reading carefully. The book covered all the basic topics that would be needed to make simple garments, and indeed had patterns for scarves, mittens, bags, a lacy wrap, knitted flowers, childrens cardigans and more. All projects that a beginner could do. The only thing I would change is 'The Knit Mantra' which, to my mind, is too wordy to remember easily. My mother taught me 'in, round, through and off' which is so easy and which I have passed on to my daughter. In summary though, I would say that this is a good knitting book for beginners and for those that need reminding.
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Step by step guide in clear concise format, perfect for anyone who has not knitted before. I have not knitted since a child and it has inspired me to start again. Read more
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