Book

Leapman, Melissa, author.

Knit it! : learn the basics and knit 22 beautiful projects / Melissa Leapman ; photographs by Alexandra Grablewski.

San Francisco, California : Chronicle Books, [2014?]

192 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm

There's nothing more satisfying than wearing and sharing handmade clothing and accessories. With Knit It!, you'll learn the fundamental techniques and basic stitches to knit gorgeous projects, starting with the 22 stylish pieces in this book.

Knitting.

Grablewski, Alexandra, photographer.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 186-187) and index.

Pt. I. The basics. Materials and supplies ; Getting started ; Shaping ; Adding texture ; Colorwork ; Knitting in the round ; Reading knitting patterns ; Abbreviations ; Other terminology ; I goofed! Now what? -- pt. II.Projects. Tie one on : striped tie ; Taking a ribbing : cozy ribbed cowl ; Color me mine : cuddly baby blankie ; Urban renewal : chunky hat ; Pouf positive : floor pillow ; Hat trick : stripy beanie ; Let it flow : drapey jacket ; Get in line : sporty pullover ; Babe in the 'hood : baby's hooded jacket ; On neutral ground : cropped jacket ; Dress me up : little girl's dress ; The big easy : cabled poullover ; Boss tweed : man's casual sweater ; Home is where the heart is : adorable stuffed hearts ; Fair and square : button-up throw pillow ; Looped : necklace with a twist ; All is welly : cutesy boot toppers ; That's a wrap! : ribbed headband ; Forty winks throw : cabled afghan -- Smitten mittens : striped mittens ; Drop everything : cap sleeve pullover ; Under wraps : lacy rectangular shawl -- pt. III. Resources. Materials ; Books ; Knitting community.

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