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It would take dozens of books to give you the information that you will find in this one! With contributions form over 50 knitting specialists, all with years of experience in the industry, no other book covers the field so comprehensively and with such authority. Every single technique has been meticulously researched and tested by Vogue Knitting's editors; every one of the more than 1000 swatches, photographs and illustrations was specifically created for this encyclopaedic manual. The comprehensive contents includes: - History of Knitting - Knitting Supplies, Yarns & Tools - Understanding Knitting Instructions - - Basic Techniques - Correcting Errors - Circular & Double-Pointed Knitting - - Colour Knitting - Blocking, Assembling & Knitting - Care For Knitwear - Stitch Dictionary - - Designing - Embellishments - Modular Knitting Patterns - Designer Knitting Patterns - * Vogue Sewing (The Vogue Sewing Book) is already established as the bible for fashion-conscious dressmakers; now, this sequel for knitters! * Sixth & Spring Books is the new imprint for publishing projects and patterns from the Vogue Knitting archives.Vogue Knitting magazine is the world leader in knitting expertise, an internationally renowned brand name in the knitting market.
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Having read the reviews of others, and having had a personal recommendation to buy this book, I'm afraid I'm a bit disappointed. It does indeed cover a wide range of knitting topics, some of which I'd never even heard of and will no doubt find useful, but I don't find the treatment of each topic anywhere near exhaustive, which is what the sub-title of the book had lead me to expect.
In some sections there seems to be the assumption that the reader is already quite a confident/accomplished knitter. I'm an intermediate-to-advanced knitter, I'd say, but I'm struggling with some of the explanations, for example, that for grafting two pieces of stockinette stitch together (pgs. 102-103, also known as Kitchener stitch). I eventually gave up and went to YouTube for the answer, where I found an excellent tutorial that brought the whole thing into focus for me. Having re-read the instructions in the book, there's no way I would have worked out the technique from that alone.
The book doesn't have as many step-by-step illustrations as some other knitting books I've seen, so if one is learning a completely new technique, it can be a bit confusing.
On balance, I'm glad I have the book, as it's already come in handy for one technique I was having trouble with, but unfortunately I can't give it my whole-hearted recommendation.
In some sections there seems to be the assumption that the reader is already quite a confident/accomplished knitter. I'm an intermediate-to-advanced knitter, I'd say, but I'm struggling with some of the explanations, for example, that for grafting two pieces of stockinette stitch together (pgs. 102-103, also known as Kitchener stitch). I eventually gave up and went to YouTube for the answer, where I found an excellent tutorial that brought the whole thing into focus for me. Having re-read the instructions in the book, there's no way I would have worked out the technique from that alone.
The book doesn't have as many step-by-step illustrations as some other knitting books I've seen, so if one is learning a completely new technique, it can be a bit confusing.
On balance, I'm glad I have the book, as it's already come in handy for one technique I was having trouble with, but unfortunately I can't give it my whole-hearted recommendation.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Vogue Knitting is a very complete reference book. It is well worth the money because it includes different types of stitches, correcting mistakes, and even how to design your own pattern. It has lots of photographs and illustrations that make learning a new technique a breeze.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a real 'bible' for knitters. It's perhaps not as exciting as some of the modern knitting books which are a great way to get going, but the Vogue Kitting book is far more informative, covering a vast range of techniques and stitches in plenty of detail and in a clear, straightforward style. The techniques are listed together with all the alternatives and variations in one place- for example all the increases are listed with instructions and a photo of the results next to each one, so you can see at a glance which one you are using or choose one according to your requirements, with all the relevant information in one place. It's the same with decreases and other techniques, I found this really made a difference- you feel like you are looking something up quickly from a list, rather than searching through random pages thinking 'I'm sure I saw that decrease explained in this book somewhere...'
If you're scratching your head over something, or the instructions in a pattern seem unclear, this book can usually bail you out, but the joys of this book don't end there. I'm still only a beginning knitter, but I'm sure that this book will be useful for more advanced knitters and designers as it has extensive information regarding design and other advanced stuff, with charts and so on. It looked a little bit daunting at first, but I am starting to see a clear path to designing knits of my own one day and really making sense of the craft rather than blindly following patterns. I think many knitters eventually tire of this as there will usually be something we don't like in a pattern, particularly these days as there are so many patterns which deliberately make it difficult to substitute another yarn so that you have to buy their recommended brand.
The diagrams and really clear and the photos are impeccable, often showing the active stitches in a different colour yarn so you can really see what's happening. There's loads of stuff in there I won't use for a while until I get more comfortable with knitting, but even as a beginner I'm finding it very informative. Not a book I want to sit down and read from cover to cover, but a reference manual I will turn to again and again.
If you're scratching your head over something, or the instructions in a pattern seem unclear, this book can usually bail you out, but the joys of this book don't end there. I'm still only a beginning knitter, but I'm sure that this book will be useful for more advanced knitters and designers as it has extensive information regarding design and other advanced stuff, with charts and so on. It looked a little bit daunting at first, but I am starting to see a clear path to designing knits of my own one day and really making sense of the craft rather than blindly following patterns. I think many knitters eventually tire of this as there will usually be something we don't like in a pattern, particularly these days as there are so many patterns which deliberately make it difficult to substitute another yarn so that you have to buy their recommended brand.
The diagrams and really clear and the photos are impeccable, often showing the active stitches in a different colour yarn so you can really see what's happening. There's loads of stuff in there I won't use for a while until I get more comfortable with knitting, but even as a beginner I'm finding it very informative. Not a book I want to sit down and read from cover to cover, but a reference manual I will turn to again and again.
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Great present for accomplished and newer kinitters
This book was a gift for an accomplished knitter. She praised the the thoroughness of the directions, explanations of stitches, and really liked the patterns.
Published 2 months ago by Barbaranne Branca
Great Book - even for Beginners
I could not be happier with this book. The diagrams are so clear that even for an absolute beginner (like myself), there are no problems. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Benita Canova
Brilliant
Very clear instructions and good clear pictures and diagrams. A must-have for any keen knitter looking for a professional finish
Published 5 months ago by shirley
Love this - it's a knitting bible!
I've recently bought this and have to say it's great! I have a few knitting books but I think I'll be coming back to this one time and time again. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Biscuit Muncher
You're never too old to learn!
This is described by the publishers as "the ultimate knitting book" which I might have thought was a bit OTT, but they are absolutely right. Read more
Published 19 months ago by D. Wilson
Vogue knitting is a great tool
I use Vogue Knitting when I design and find it a great help and inspiration.
Published on 10 Mar 2010 by Stella Marie Tveter
Mum loves it!
Great book I bought it for my mum for Xmas and she said it's really helpful
Published on 30 Dec 2009 by Ms. S. A. Kane
One of the best books on knitting
Vogue Knitting is an excellent, comprehensive reference book for knitters. For beginners, all the information you need is there and for intermediate and advanced knitters there is... Read more
Published on 29 Nov 2009 by Pauline
A must for every serious knitter
Having bought many knitting books over the years, this was very much an impulse buy (do I need yet ANOTHER knitting book?) The answer was a very resounding YES! Read more
Published on 9 July 2009 by Marjorie Lynne Smith
The Knitter's Bible
After struggling along without any proper guidance on technique for years, this book was an epiphany! It's the only knitting reference book I think I'll ever need. Read more
Published on 22 May 2009 by little sheepish
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