A guide to felting demonstrates how different fabrics react to the process of transforming wool yarn into a dense, textured material, and includes sample swatches, patterns, stitches, and techniques for creating mosaics, cables, and lace.

A comprehensive guide to knitting sweaters and designing and modifying sweater patterns, by the author of You Can Knit and Knit to Flatter. Yarn and fiber enthusiasts everywhere will celebrate the latest addition to Amy Herzog’s beloved knitting series (which includes You Can Knit That, Knit to Flatter, and Knit Wear Love). This essential guide details every aspect of sweater knitting, starting with instructions for four basic sweater types: yoke, raglan, drop shoulder, and set-in sleeve. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges for broad appeal. Following the basics for each of the four sweater types are a diverse range of customizing options, including how to add a hood, cowl neck, turtleneck, pockets, and zip or cardigan front, just to name a few. Amy’s clear instruction and expert tips expand the many knitting possibilities, creating the essential knitting resource for knitters everywhere.

Knitters who had never "felt" this kind of fashion before are now hooked--they want more Pursenalities! This popular author is back with more fabulous knit-and-felt bags, along with fresh ideas for a "purse-onal" touch. Twenty all-new purses, bags, and totes feature seasonal colors and styles Bag embellishments range from grommets, pockets, and buckles to beautiful felted flowers Fast projects are worked on big needles with 100% wool and a splash of novelty yarns; easy step-by-step instructions make felting a breeze Bonus--includes patterns for a cell-phone holder, an eyeglasses case, and a cosmetics pouch

Never thought that YOU could knit? Well, Che Lam's Learn How to Knit with 50 Squares is a gift for your creativity, offering you all the essential skills that you need, one stitch at a time. Learn a new stitch by knitting a square, following a clear step-by-step tutorial and chart. By the time you've finished the square, you've practiced the new stitch, and you're ready to move on to the next one-quick and easy! The squares are organized according to skill level, progressing from basic knit and purl stitches to more challenging techniques, such as cable and lace. And at the back of the book you'll find a handful of inspirational projects that show you how to combine your blocks for unique and stylish results.

Create gorgeous sweaters, bags, afghans, and toys just by knitting the simplest of shapes—a square! No one forgets the sweet victory of completing their first knitted block, but most of us quickly move on to more complex constructions, only making swatches for guage. In this comprehensive volume, celebrated designer and innovator Nicky Epstein reimagines the humble block with 150 new patterns and masterfully demonstrates how to mix, match, and easily combine them into stunning one-of-a-kind garments and accessories. Inside you will find: 150 original block patterns, from simple textures to embossed pictorials, intricate lace to cables, colorwork, double knit, and more, all with Nicky’s signature wit, verve, and style. More than ten exclusive project designs that will make you say “I can’t believe that is made out of blocks!” Detailed guidance for creating exciting pieces out of block knitting, without using increases or decreases. Exclusive cut-and-paste project design pages. Simply cut out the printed blocks and arrange them to help create your own masterpieces. Blocks are quick to knit, portable pieces perfect for group and charity projects, and now not limited to just afghans! Knitting Block by Block gives you the tools to unlock a world of creative possibilities and confidently build your own design “blockbusters,” one block at a time.

SistahKnit, The story of a yarn shop in Harlem and the women who call it their home.

Making Marls is at once a reference book of handknit marls, a guide to working with many colors, and a book of over thirty patterns that are recipes you can use to explore marls and color on your own. Above all, it is a book about handknitting with multiple strands of yarn held together to invent your own colorways, fabrics, and textures.

When his father leaves to fight in World War I, Mikey joins the Central Park Knitting Bee to help knit clothing for soldiers overseas.

Knitting superstar Nicky Epstein knows: when you knit something for those you love, there’s a kiss and caring in every stitch. The popular author of the blockbuster Edge books has now created more than 30 original projects for friends and family to give as gifts. There’s bunting for a baby, toys for a toddler, cute sheep slippers for boys and girls, a hobo bag for tweens, and hats, gloves, scarves, and other accessories for men and women. Plus, Nicky’s come up with unique ideas for the holidays, for knitting groups to work on together, and projects to make for those who might be sick, injured, or have special needs. All projects are one-of-a kind pieces, knit in Nicky’s signature style and destined to become heirlooms.

This glamorous and gifty book will inspire knitters everywhere to pick up their needles and join the fun. It features knitting anecdotes, advice about materials, and a fascinating history of knitting fashion.