This indispensable book provides you with the knitting know-how tomake your own range of irresistibly tactile knits.Learn how to use a variety of materiais—from fluffy mohair to delicate silk yarns and rustic Shetland wools—to create cozy wraparound cardigans,cuddly sweaters,and elaborate beaded vests.
Introduction
Chapter 1 Basic Skills
Essentials
Yarns
Importance of Gauge
Reading Patterns
Holding the Needles
Casting On
Knit and Purl
Binding Off
Knit and Purl Textures
Cable and Bobble Textures
Lace Textures
Knitting with Beads
Additional Textures
Shaping, Seaming, and Assembly
Chapter 2 Cozy Knits
Scarf and Hat
Cozy Sweater
Wraparound Cardigan
Mohair Scarf
Easy-knit Socks
Chapter 3 Linear Knits
Skinny-rib Cardigan
Stitch-effect Sweater
Diagonal-stitch Cardigan
Chapter 4 Natural Knits
Rugged Soft Sweater
Bobble-stitch Cardigan
Chenille Cardigan
Casual Cable Sweater
Cable and Bobble-stitch Sweater
Chapter 5 Antique Knits
Decorative-edge Top
Beaded Cardigan
Lacy Drawstring Bag
Lace Cardigan
Index
Suppliers