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The Knitter's Library

Our new Knitter's Library, brought to you in conjunction with Search Press, features inspirational knitting books and design collections from renowned designers such as Debbie Bliss and Lily Chin; specialist collections, including sock-knitting and lace-knitting; and essential guides to knitting and crochet for beginner to advanced knitters. Great gifts for any knitter - including yourself! Books are despatched direct from Search Press (separate to any other order) and usually arrive in about a week (UK).~~~17618~17618~~

Essential baby~Over 20 handknits to take your baby from first days to first steps. Debbie Bliss. A core collection of essential first garments and nursery accessories to see every baby through their first 18 months. Paperback, 144 pages with colour illustrations.~Essential Baby is the complete knitwear collection for every new baby. Twenty-four must-have designs to take a baby through from birth to the age of 18 months - from the first few days to the first few steps - are gathered together in this irresistible book. Divided into three sections - Coming Home, At Home, and On The Go - Debbie Bliss has carefully considered the needs of any new parent and their child when devising this collection of first garments and nursery accessories for a baby boy or girl. From a contemporary layette to a snuggle-into shawl, Essential Baby is the perfect project book for anyone preparing for a new arrival and will ensure that baby is cosseted and kept snug right through its first stages in life. Introductory techniques section covers the basics of how to knit, as well as the methods needed to complete all the project. Size 225mm x 225mm. Published by Quadrille~Essential Baby. Debbie Bliss|book/search press/Q5017|~17618~17641~Debbie bliss essential baby, search press~

Simply baby~Simply Baby: 30 Special Handknits for Baby's First Two Years. Debbie Bliss 20 new designs including cardigans, sweaters and tops, blankets, and a gorgeous double breasted cashmere coat. 144 pages, paperback, colour illustrations throughout.~The projects in this book are simple enough to enable even new knitters to create something special: the book contains a fully comprehensive section showing the basics of how to knit, as well as the key methods needed to complete all the projects. More experienced knitters will enjoy designs featuring colourwork, edging and cabling.Size 225 x 225 mm~Simply Baby Debbie Bliss|book/search press/Q3167|~17618~17640~Debbie bliss simply baby, search press~

Special knits~Debbie Bliss. 22 stylish designs for 0-3yr olds, including a kimono, velvet-trimmed cardigan, beaded fair isle top. Designs include those suitable for inexperienced knitters, while others include beadwork, colourwork and cables. Paperback, 128 pages, colour illustrations.~Designs in this book are simple to make - their special quality lies in the softness of the fabric, usually a cashmere mix. Most of the designs require little knowledge of complicated techniques; a simple garter-stitch blanket is perfect for a beginner and is given a touch of luxury with an edging of satin. Easy knits are embellished with a ribbon or a scattering of beads, while for those knitters who prefer more of a challenge, there is a sampler blanket or a cross stitch embroidered gingham cardigan. Published by Collins and Brown. Size 250mm x 250mm~Debbie Bliss Special Knits for babies|BOOKS/search press/ C3927|~17618~17639~debbie bliss special knits, baby patterns, babies,search press~

Special family knits~25 handknits for all seasons. Debbie Bliss. This new collection features stylish designs for all the family, including men, women and children. Hardback, 128 pages, with colour illustrations.~Exciting new patterns from bestselling knitwear designer Debbie Bliss. Classic lines, flattering silhouettes and texture work together to make stylish pieces that are created from a real passion for the knitted stitch. The book is divided into three chapters - beach, picnic and country - and projects are included for knitters of every skill level. From delicate summer cardigans to chunky jumpers to rough-and-tumble guernseys for your little ones, each design is made to endure. Beautiful photography and concise easy to follow instructions accompany each of the twenty-five projects. 75 colour illustrations. 250x250mm. Published by Collins and Brown~Special family knits Debbie Bliss|book/search press/Q3167|~17618~17638~Debbie bliss special family knits, search press~

Knitting lace triangles~Practical and inspirational book from leading lace designer Evelyn A Clark, Knitting Lace Triangles introduces 4 simple lace patterns and guides you through creating your own design.~published by Fibertrends. Written and charted pattern info with lots of photos and diagrams. An essential guide for the experienced or new lace knitter. 70 pages, paperback~Knitting Lace Triangles Evelyn Clark|book/fibertrends|~17618~19120~knitting lace triangles evelyn clark, fibertrends~

Scarf style~Innovative to traditional, 31 inspirational styles to knit and crochet. Ed Pam Allen. Paperback. Interweave Press. 152 pages. Click on photo for more info~An inspirational collection of 31 elegant, whimsical, and ingenious scarves from over twenty-five knitwear designers from Interweave Press. Includes a timeless scarf that uses cables and stitch patterns, a delicate triangular shawl based on traditional Estonian lace patterns, and a deconstructed striped scarf held together with brightly colored bobbles. Contributions from designers including Debbie Bliss, Nancy Bush, Lily Chin, Nicky Epstein, Sasha Kagan, Sally Melville, and Kristin Nicholast. Scarf Style is also a manual on how to make a scarf without a pattern. A section on knitting and crochet basics helps beginners get started, and the Designer's Notebook provides templates for basic scarves worked in three directions - end to end, sideways, or on the diagonal - along with suggestions for design variations: stitch patterns, stripe arrangements, and shapes. Colour illustrations throughout.~Scarf style|book/search press|~17618~17637~scarf style, interweave press, pam allen~

Folk Shawls~Folk Shawls, Cheryl Oberle. A classic text - includes 25 designs in a range of yarns, plus inspiration for creating your own designs. Paperback, 144 pages, colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press~Size 216 x 228 mm~Folk Shawls Cheryl Oberle|book/search press|~17618~17636~folk shawls cheryl oberle, search press~

Folk socks~Nancy Bush. The history and techniques of handknitted footwear. An essential book for any sockknitter, including a comprehensive guide to heel and toe shaping, together with 18 designs and a fascinating historical perspective. Paperback, 120 pages, colour throughout~Includes 18 patterns for sturdy boot socks, handsome knicker socks, lacy stockings, kilt hose and more. Publisher Interweave Press. Size 215 x 228 mm~Folk Socks|book/search press|~17618~17635~folk socks, nancy bush, interweave press, sock knitting~

Twisted sisters sock workbook~Lynne Vogel. An inspirational guide to spinning and dyeing yarn as well as designing perfect fitting socks. Paperback, 96 pages, illustrated throughout.~Dip-Dyeing, pour-dyeing, and hand painted yarns or wool rovings is as easy as making homemade soup. 'The Twisted Sisters Sock Workbook' has it all - techniques, patterns, invaluble tips - for creating authentic, perfect, made-to-order footwear. Even socks for new babies or socks with ten toes. Publisher Interweave Press. 216 x 229 mm~Twisted sister sock workbook|book/search press|~17618~17634~twisted sister sock workbook lynne vogel, search press~

Knitting on the Road~Sock Patterns for the Travelling Knitter. Nancy Bush. Collection of 17 interesting sock designs inspired by different sock-knitting traditions in a fold-flat hardback. 96 pages, colour illustrations throughout~Designs include colourwork, textured, lace and cable and are suitable for knitters of every level. As you read and use this book, you will travel with author Nancy Bush through coastal towns and painted deserts, knitting socks she has designed with inspiration from vineyards, dances, people, and places. Her passion for travel and the folk traditions she's learned on the road combine beautifully in this special new collection. 164 x 285 mm. Interweave Press~Knitting on the road. Nancy Bush|book/search press/IP918|~17618~17633~knitting on the road, nancy bush, search press, interweave~

Easy knitted socks~Jeanette A Trotman. A great introduction to sock-knitting, with 20 designs and clear descriptions of different techniques including double-pointed and circular needles. Paperback, 128 pages, 200 illustrations~Knitting socks has never been so easy. The ultimate in creature comfort, soft and snuggly hand-knit socks are one of life's little luxuries, and this user-friendly book features 20 simple and stunning designs, many of which can be made up in a weekend. Each design is accompanied by step-by-step photographs showing every stage in the process, and diagrams giving added clarity to tricky stages. Learn basic stitches and failsafe construction methods, from the simplest techniques using two regular needles to easy ways with double-pointed and circular needles. Choose from chunky, funky, cute, and cozy designs for all the family: slouchy Sunday socks; butterfly and bumble bootees; stripy toddler toasties; love-heart slipperettes. Packed with advice on making extra special socks using sumptuous yarns and embellishments. Search Press. Size 190 x 246 mm~Easy knitted socks. Jeanette Trotman|book/search press/P2146|~17618~17632~easy knitted socks jeanette trotman, search press, guide to sock knitting~

Knitting vintage socks~New Twists on Classic Patterns. Nancy Bush updates 23 vintage sock patterns, including great designs for men. Easy to follow patterns and interesting techniques. Spiral bound, 128 pages. Colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press~One of my favourites! Nancy Bush updates 23 classic patterns from their rich past and reinvents them for today's knitters by including gauges, up-to-date yarns, and twenty-first century methods and sizes. Knitting Vintage Socks: New Twists on Classic Patterns adapts sock patterns from the Weldon's Practical Needlework book series. Nancy Bush updates 23 classic patterns from their rich past and reinvents them for today's knitters by including gauges, up-to-date yarns, and twenty-first century methods and sizes. Its inviting design and graceful tone evokes a more genteel time while presenting a bevy of colorful socks not seen for nearly a hundred years. Try the Gentleman's Shooting Stockings with Fluted Pattern, the Ladies Silk Stockings with Clocks, Baby's Bootikins, or the Child's French Sock in Citron Pattern and Diaper Knitting. Readers can rely on the thorough by easy-to-follow patterns and instructions - including a helpful Techniques section - and will love the sturdy spiral binding that makes this book a breeze to bring along.~Knitting Vintage Socks. Nancy Bush|book/search press/I9659|~17618~17631~Knitting vintage socks nancy bush, search press, interweave~

Socks~Rita Buchanan. A great value collection of 20 designs created by handspinners, with advice on choosing and using commercial yarns. Paperback, 56 pages, colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press~Socks from simple to fancy. Here are twenty variations, to take you from beginner to expert sock-knitter, devised by handspinners for their own pleasure, entertainment, and practical needs. Each set of instructions includes a description of the handspun yarn, suggested commercial equivalents, and full knitting patterns (including a line-by-line turning of each heel). Size 212 x 274 mm~Socks. Rita Buchanan|book/search press/IP947|~17618~17630~socks rita buchanan. Interweave, search press~

Sensational knitted socks~Charlene Schurch. A guide with a difference - 11 basic sock designs and a great range of stitch patterns enable you to create hundreds of different designs to fit all sizes. Paperback, colour illustrations throughout. 112 pages~Combine the yarn, gauge, stitch pattern, and size of your choice to knit more than 1,000 variations of adult- and kid-sized socks. Start with 11 basic designs; then try loads of different looks with the stitch-pattern library Choose your favorite technique—use four or five double-pointed needles or two circular needles. Publisher Martingale & Co. Size 216 x 292 mm~More sensational knitted socks. Charlene Schurch|book/search press/MG171|~17618~17629~more sensational knitted socks, charlene schurch, search press~

Handy book of sweater patterns~Ann Budd. Standard sweater patterns in a variety of sizes and gauges, plus a template from which to develop your own design ideas. Hardback, 224 pages, colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press. Click on photo for more info.~The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns presents easy-to-follow charted instructions for eighteen sweaters, three in each of the six most popular sweater constructions: drop shoulder, modified drop shoulder, set-in sleeve, saddle shoulder, raglan, and seamless yoke. Each style is provided in fifteen sizes (in two-inch graduations) from a 26-inch chest circumference for a two-year-old child to a 54-inch chest circumference for a large adult. Each size is further divided into six possible gauges: 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 stitches per inch. If you're counting, that's 75 options for each of the six styles, or 450 patterns in all (all with yarn yardage estimates). Add the cardigan and neckline variations, and you've got more than 1,000 patterns! Even more variations are possible by adding different neck finishes, edgings, waist shapings, and color or stitch patterns. Detailed diagrams for finished dimensions are included, along with a glossary of techniques and a chapter on design considerations. If knitting sweaters is your passion, look no further - this book is your definitive resource. Publisher Interweave Press. Size 192 x 240 mm.~Knitters%27 Handy Book of Sweater Patterns|book/search press/I9438|~17618~17628~Knitters Handy Book of Sweater patterns, Ann Budd, interweave press, search press~

A history of hand knitting~Richard Rutt. The definitive history of knitting and a fascinating and readable book for anyone interested in the how the craft has developed. Hardback, 256 pages. Colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press~Richard Rutt examines social aspects, legends, and changes in tools and techniques over the decades.Publisher Interweave Press. Size 190 x 248 mm.~History of hand knitting. Richard Rutt|book/search press|~17618~17627~History of hand knitting richard rutt, interweave press~

Men in knits~Tara Jon Manning. Sweaters to knit that he will wear. More than 20 original designs for men and boys. 144 pages, colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press. Click on photo for more info~Includes traditional styles, historically based garments, and trendy fashion forward pieces. Choose from Aran, argyle and cabled rib patterns for knitting cardigans, pullovers, V-necks, and vests, as well as accessories such as scarves and gloves. Also includes advice on choosing styles and colours. Paperback Size 229 x 254 mm. Published Interweave Press.~Men in Knits|book/search press|~17618~17626~men in knits, Tara Jon Manning, interweave press, search press~

Dogs in knits~Judith L Swartz. 17 practical and fun designs suitable for every pooch, every occasion, every knitting skill level. Paperback, 96 pages, colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press~Sadly, Benson, the canine member of the Modern Knitting team, just gives me withering glances at any suggestion of being dressed up, but I can dream.. Size 214 x 228 mm~Dogs in knits|book/search press/IP055|~17618~17625~dogs in knits,Judith L Swartz, search press, interweave knits, dog coat~

Felted knits~Beverly Galeskas. Everything you need to know to create a range of stylish accessories and gifts and home accessories. Interweave Press. Paperback, 128 pages, 50 illustrations.~Beverly Galeskas is the owner of Fiber Trends, the largest knitting pattern company in the US. She has a reputation as the 'queen of felting', and her patterns are known for their accuracy, style, and comfort. See our pattern section for more of Bev's designs Just about anything you can knit can be felted - that is, shrunk with heat and agitation to create a thicker, more durable fabric. The knitting goes fast with fat yarn on big needles, and felting is easy and fun, but learning how to make all of it come together takes some skill.More than just a pattern book, 'Felted Knits' shows you how to choose and test yarns, correctly size a knitted piece for felting, accurately shrink items by hand and washing machine, improve your results with blocking, and how to care for your felted knits. Novice and experienced knitters alike can choose from the books 24 projects. This invaluble resource also includes sections on embellishing your felting and about felting on felt (needle felting). Size 216 x 229 mm~Felted Knits. Bev Galeskas|book/search press/IP330|~17618~17624~Felted knits, bev galeskas, interweave, search press~

Knitted babes~Five Dolls & their Wardrobes to Knit & Stitch. Claire Garland. 5 fashion babes with a great wardrobe - knitted or sewn from scraps. Simple instructions and templates for the dolls plus almost 50 items of clothing/ accessories. 128 pages, paperback. Colour illustrations throughout~Claire Garland has created a wonderfully charismatic collection of knitted dolls along with their wardrobe of hand-knit and hand-sewn clothes. Whether at the beach, the rodeo, practising ballet, or just hanging out with friends the Babes sport the latest look. Each Babe has a unique identity but items can be mixed and matched between the dolls. Simple to make with instructions, patterns, and templates throughout . Combines easy knitting and simple sewing Claire's attention to detail is impeccable - slippers, flip-flops, boots, purses, throws, and hats complete the styling. You can recreate the Babes as shown or use the patterns as inspiration to let your imagination run riot. Size 202 x 254 mm. Publisher Mitchell Beazley~Knitted Babes. Claire Garland|book/search press/MB591|~17618~17623~knitted babes claire garland, search press~

Knitted icons~Carol Meldrum. 25 legendary projects to knit. Knit your own icon - whether it's Elvis or Einstein, Madonna or the Fab Four, now they can be at your side whenever you need inspiration! Colour photos and easy to follow instructions. Paperback, 112 pages.~Icons include Albert Einstein, Marilyn Monroe, Madonna, Elvis Presley, Chairman Mao, Che Guevara and the Beatles. All are based on a basic doll, styled to create the different characters and simple enough for a new knitterColour photography and easy to follow instructions for the doll and wardrobe changes are included. In addition, the book features basic knitting instructions and includes a basic doll pattern and techniques for altering body shape and facial features. Size 178 x 178 mm. Publisher Collins & Brown~Knitted icons. Carol Meldrum|book/search press/C4194|~17618~17622~knitted icons carol meldrum, search press~

Hip to knit~18 contemporary projects for today's knitter. Judith L Swartz. Projects are accompanied by illustrated lessons on key techniques, so new knitters can quickly gain the skills they need while creating great garments and accessories. 104 pages. Paperback, colour throughout~These patterns that are inspiring a new generation of knitters. Illustrated mini-lessons accompany easy-to-follow patterns to build skills. New knitters will easily master the techniques of shaping, circular and double pointed needles, colour mixing, basic stitches and techniques and more. 'Hip to Knit' is the resource for geting started, getting creative and having fun with designs that are easy to adapt and personalise. 215 x 229 mm. Interweave Press~Hip to Knit|book/search press/IP217|~17618~17621~hip to knit, judith swartz, search press~

Knit and crochet with beads~Lily Chin. Lily Chin designs for fashion houses including Ralph Lauren and creates fashion designs which are also interesting to make. This collection includes projects for all skill levels and is a great introduction to beadwork. Interweave press. Paperback. 160 pages, colour illustrations throughout~Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels will find inspiring projects and a feast of possibilities for one-of-a-kind garments and accessories. Let Lily Chin take your handknitting and crochet to a whole new level! Lily's fashion-savvy designs have won her international acclaim and brought much-deserved attention to the innovative creations of "hip, young, urban knitters" like herself. Drawing on her extremely popular bead knitting workshops, Lily presents separate chapters on stitch techniques for knitting and crochet including prestrung and hoisted-atop stitches, single- and double-crochet, and half-double crochet. Each technique is then demonstrated with an exciting range of Lily's own masterful designs that feature a sparkling array of beads strategically nestled among the stitches. Beaded projects are accompanied by easy, step-by-step instructions and illustrations, and include a faux Fair Isle and Cabled Tunic sweaters, a short-sleeve pullover and vest, felted slippers with a beaded-star pattern, and dazzling jewelry. Also shown are ways to mix techniques and add beaded accents to pockets, collars, scarves, socks, vests, and even pillows. Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels will find inspiring projects and a feast of possibilities for one-of-a-kind garments and accessories. Discover the new texture and color of bead embellishment and jump-start your fiber and your imagination!214 x 228 mm~Knit and crochet with beads|book/search press|~17618~17620~knit and crochet with beads Lily Chin, search press~

Hip to crochet~23 contemporary projects for today's crocheter. Judith L Swartz. A great introduction to crochet, this book includes full instructions for simple to intermediate projects beginning with simple scarves and hats. Paperback, colour illustrations throughout. 128 pages. Interweave Press.~Judith Swartz, knitwear designer, teacher, and author of the best seller, Hip to Knit, transforms this traditional handicraft with 23 fashion-savvy garments and home accessories. Get started with a chapter on basic crochet stitch techniques, hook sizes, yarn gauges, and finishing techniques. Then, using fine to worsted-weight yarns of mohair, kid mohair, merino, angora blends, or linen, crochet a few simple scarves and hats before tackling more advanced projects. Presented with easy, step-by-step instructions - plus ample illustrations and beautiful photos - projects include a Bohemian Coat Sweater, a Mohair Hat (with or without cuffs), Retro Bed Slippers, a Block-on-Block Skirt, an Easy Pullover Sweater, a Timeless Tank Top, a Zigzag Scarf, Striped Mittens, and an assortment of trend-setting bags. Also included are baskets, pillows, and a throw to add a stylish twist to your home decor. Projects can be personalized and modified to your taste with a variety of yarn types and colors, and with your choice of embellishments.~Hip to crochet. Judith L Swartz|book/search press|~17618~17619~Hip to crochet, judith swartz, search press, interweave~