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

by Debbie Stoller (Author)

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Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Workman Publishing (Oct 2003)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0761128182
ISBN-13: 978-0761128182
Product Dimensions: 1.3 x 22.9 x 22.3 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (41 customer reviews)

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A complete guide to the craft of knitting offers detailed instructions for a variety of techniques and stitches, from plain to fancy, as well as information on the different types of needles and yarns, tips on shopping for yarns, finishing techniques, and forty stylish patterns.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to follow and funky patterns, 12 Jun 2004

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This is a brilliant book for anyone who is just starting out or is fairly new to knitting. Like the author I had been taught to knit at an early age but gave up fairly quickly due to my lack of co-ordination and terrible results! This gives simple step by step instructions which are easy to understand and will have you knitting like a pro in no time. It also provides a fresh look at knitting in the 21st century. No fuddy duddy old granny jumpers in here. The patterns are funky and practical but even if you don't like them I'd recommend this book as a reference guide anyway.
My only complaint is that the yarn used in the book is available only in the States and the quality and variety seem to be far better than what you can get here. There are on-line knitting stores which can ship items over but obviously its pretty costly.
All in all, an excellent book. If I can knit - so can anyone!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Great book, but american yarns, 19 Feb 2004

By	"the_guinea_pig_queen2" - See all my reviews

I really love this book. Its well written and easy to dip into. It also gives a good range of instructions for beginners, teaching both right hand and left hand methods of knitting, a range of cast ons, and what to do when it all goes wrong!
The book makes a good starting point for new knitters, explaining everything really well and even including reviews of other knitting books.

The patterns are also lovely. They are largely aimed at twenty-somethings, and range from the fairly plain that could be made more or less funky by the choice of yarn, to a (rather skimpy) knitted bikini. There are a few patters especially designed for new knitters to get up their confidence, and a good range of smaller projects, as well as a few jumpers. There are a few errors in the patterns themselves, but you'll get this with most knitting books, and corrections are on the books website.

The only reason this doesn't get 5 stars is that because it is American many of the yarns specified cannot be purchased over here. They can of course be substituted, and the patterns include the yardage of the yarn to make this easier. Also, some of the yarns specified are pricey. But still, overall a very good book

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5.0 out of 5 stars No profanity allowed!, 24 Mar 2004

By	sarahalliez "sarahalliez" (Bolton.Lancs, UK) - See all my reviews

I tried to write a short review of this book for my Amazon list but was told sternly "no profanity allowed". This book is totally fabulous and every knitter should have one. Debbie Stoller takes knitting out of the realm of grannyland and into the realm of hip and trendy (post) feminism. The patterns are quirky, fun and funky and Debbie even tells you how to set up your own Stitch 'n'Bitch group (or knitting circle as Amazon prefer)

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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb for beginners, even if you're left handed.
I bought this book without knowing how to knit and it taught me everything I needed to know to produce a wonderful baby blanket for a friend. Read more

Published 21 days ago by Kate Ward

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Beginners' Book
I learned to crochet with Debbie Stoller's 'Stitch and Bitch: The Happy Hooker', so when I wanted to learn to knit I knew who to turn to. Read more

Published 1 month ago by Miranda McDade

5.0 out of 5 stars yes yes yes!
This is a truly awesome book. I had absolutely no idea how to knit when I bought this book, and after just a couple of months I feel confident to take on all sorts of knitting... Read more

Published 3 months ago by E Monk

4.0 out of 5 stars Good instructions, but most of the patterns are old fashioned/ugly
I first started knitting when i was 17, but have recently got back into it at the age of 22. I already knew the basics, and i found the instructions to be clear and easy to... Read more

Published 5 months ago by C. Horan

5.0 out of 5 stars the best book on knitting, ever
I am fairly new to knitting so I wanted a book that not only started with the basics (casting on, off etc) but also one that took me further... Read more

Published 7 months ago by candirisk

4.0 out of 5 stars stich n bitch
Very useful book with basic information but also cute facts about yarn, knitting and everything that has a link to it.

recommended!

Published 8 months ago by M. Kunst

1.0 out of 5 stars Did not like this book.
I really did not like this book at all. I found the writing irritating and confusing. The patterns are nice, but it certainly did not teach me how to knit at all! Read more

Published 10 months ago by P. Tome

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect!
This is the perfect book for beginners like me, it has all the information that you need to get you started into the knitting world. Read more

Published 10 months ago by Marisol F

4.0 out of 5 stars cool patterns, plenty of knitting advice, good fun
This is the first book about knitting I've bought, and I like its style a lot.
It's small enough to cart around if you are a beginner and need reminders of how to do things... Read more

Published 11 months ago by Sally Jarvis

5.0 out of 5 stars This book proved that I can knit
I have always wanted to learn to knit, but could never quite grasp how to do it. This book solved that! Read more

Published 11 months ago by Tiffany Ann

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