Bibliograph

Vogue knitting, the ultimate knitting book, the editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine

Type

Label

Vogue knitting, the ultimate knitting book, the editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Vogue knitting

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

994287530

Responsibility statement

the editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine

Series statement

Vogue knitting

Sub title

the ultimate knitting book

Summary

"Completely revised and updated with more than 70 additional pages of techniques, tips, design fundamentals, 1,600 photos and illustrations, and extensive indexing and cross-referencing, [this book] is bigger and better than ever before. Crafted by the editors of Vogue Knitting magazine to be the ideal reference for every knitter, from beginner to expert, this indispensable volume includes: in-depth discussion of yarns, needles, and other knitting tools; dozens of cast ons, increases, decreases, and bind offs with illustrated step-by-step instruction; every aspect of designing pullovers and cardigans, from proper fit and shaping to choosing design elements; correcting errors across various techniques; professional blocking, assembling, and finishing techniques; embellishments, embroidery, beading, sequins, tassels, and more; knitwear cleaning, care, and storage, [plus] new comprehensive sections on: hat, glove, mitten, and sock design and construction; shawl shapes, design, and construction; cables; lace knitting; mosaic knitting; brioche; entrelac; directional knitting; [and] double knitting. Filled with thorough yet concise information on virtually every aspect of knitting imaginable, Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book will be the most beloved and used book in any personal knitting library."--Jacket

Table Of Contents

Yarns and tools -- Basic techniques -- Cables -- Color knitting -- Fair isle knitting -- Intarsia -- Bobbins -- Charts -- Horizontal stripes -- Vertical stripes -- Mosaic knitting -- Lace knitting -- Circular knitting -- Other techniques -- Understanding knitting instructions -- Correcting errors -- Finishing -- Designing garments -- Designing shawls, capes, and ponchos -- Designing accessories -- Embellishments -- Caring for knitwear

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