Archive for the ‘Knitting Books’ Category

knitting/crochetting books??

May 17, 2012 - 6:56 am 3 Comments

Question by julianna: knitting/crochetting books??
hey, does anybody know any good knitting and/or crochetting books?? to make mitts, socks, scarves that are good quality and thick for actual use (i live in northern canada)? thanks = )

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Answer by hot_hermione
instead of buying books you can get free knitting and crochet pattern online,

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Knitted book by Lin Charlston

April 28, 2012 - 6:56 am No Comments

Check out these knitting books images:

Knitted book by Lin Charlston
5904241270 0c0056c874 Knitted book by Lin Charlston
Image by scrappy annie
At the Westhope College exhibition.
To find examples of how knitting is taking on a new activist role make a google search of "knitting as protest "or "craftivism".
For more information about Lin please go to www.faction.org.uk

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What do I need to start knitting?

April 6, 2012 - 6:58 pm 4 Comments

Question by : What do I need to start knitting?
So I am 13 and I want to start knitting. I have NO CLUE what I am getting into. What do I need to start knitting and tips? Also, anyone know of any good How to Knit books???

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What’s the best beginner’s knitting book?

April 2, 2012 - 6:58 pm 3 Comments

Question by sunflowerlady: What’s the best beginner’s knitting book?
Hello icon smile Whats the best beginners knitting book? I really want to learn how to knit – but I’m a total beginner. Some books have been too hard for me. Any suggestions on what knitting books are best for beginners to the craft? Thank you for your answers!

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I would like some felting patterns for purses,or to buy some knitting books?

February 24, 2012 - 6:56 am 2 Comments

Question by Debbie B: I would like some felting patterns for purses,or to buy some knitting books?

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Debbie Bliss Pattern Book A Fine Romance Book Review

February 9, 2012 - 6:57 am No Comments

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Book of Fair Isle Knitting Book review

December 30, 2011 - 6:57 pm 1 Comment

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What does the knitting abbreviation “RLD” mean?

December 29, 2011 - 6:59 pm 4 Comments

Question by jcy: What does the knitting abbreviation “RLD” mean?
I am knitting a pattern and the instruction for the row says (RLD, P2)5x. I’ve looked in knitting books and online for the abbreviation RLD but have no clue what it means. Can anyone help?

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Q&A: Does anyone know some good knitting patterns?

December 8, 2011 - 6:57 pm 3 Comments

Question by ☮ Peace Out ☮: Does anyone know some good knitting patterns?
They can be either regular knitting or knitting with hands. Preferably fun and experimental knits. If not, any good knitting books? Thanks!

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Answer by snb_newhaven
Here’s a great tutorial on finger knitting, with lots of big step-by- step photos: http://www.knitty.com/issuesummer06/FEATfingerknitting.html

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Q&A: Any books on vintage knitting and crochet tools?

November 17, 2011 - 6:56 pm 1 Comment

Question by Kim N: Any books on vintage knitting and crochet tools?
Looking for antique needle information.

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Answer by 5gr8k9s
I have found some wonderful old knitting and crocheting patterns AND needles and hooks on Ebay and at estate sales.

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