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Stitch Library Claire Crompton

Stitch Library By Claire Crompton

Stitch Library by Claire Crompton


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Summary

Offers over 200 knitted stitches for knitters to discover, learn and use. This title groups stitches to allow for easy browsing and location of favourites. It includes projects that feature some of the stitches, and shows how effective it is to incorporate different stitches into your work.

Stitch Library Summary

Stitch Library: Over 200 Stitches for Knitters of All Abilities by Claire Crompton

Unleash your creativity with 200 versatile and innovative knitting stitches, plus projects and techniques from the author of the bestselling The Knitter's Bible, with over 125,000 copies sold worldwide. A comprehensive collection of knitting stitches, ranging from the very simple to the new and innovative. Use Stitch Library as a guide to making your own unique knitted pieces, whether you are creating beautiful garments, useful accessories or stylish adornments for your home. The Stitch Library chapter begins with simple but effective knit and purl stitches that add subtle texture to a plain garment. These include traditional Gansey (or Guernsey) patterns, with advice on how to use them to design your own classic sweaters. Using texture stitches, cable panels and fabrics, and embossed fabrics, you can make up more tactile and three-dimensional pieces. Elegant colour patterns can be created using slip stitches, dip stitches and stripes. For openwork pieces, you will find lace stitches and panels, together with eyelets and drop stitch patterns. Use the range of edgings and borders to give an individual touch to your next knitted garment or to personalize your ready-made clothing by adding a knitted trim. The projects section will give you a range of ideas about how to use the stitches, with suggestions for designing your own versions. Use the projects to inspire you; the Cable Throw could just as easily be worked in panels of lace or texture stitches. The Making Waves scarf shows how a simple wave stitch can be worked in two yarns for a stunning effect. From a colourful patchwork cushion to a cashmere four-piece set and a pretty, feminine lace bag, there is a variety of creative projects. It's All in the Details chapter takes your through the basics of knit and purl stitch, how to cast on and bind off, increasing and decreasing stitches and more, so it is worth reading this before you pick up your needles to begin. Each stitch has full instructions and a clear stitch chart where appropriate, making it easier to see how to work each row. Use the charts together with the keys, along with advice on how to use the charts. Experiment with the stitches, try something new, mix them up and create your own style.

About Claire Crompton

Claire Crompton has worked in the knitting industry for almost 20 years. After a Knitwear Design degree she became a pattern designer for major yarn manufacturers such as Sirdar and DMC. This is the sixth book in The Knitter's Bible project series, following Knitted Bags and Knitted Accessories. Claire lives in Gunnislake, Cornwall.

Table of Contents

Introduction: In the Beginning: fibres, weight, texture, colour, needles and gauge, abbreviations and patterns; Over 200 stitches include: Texture stitches, Rib stitches, Cable stitches, Cable fabrics, Twist stitches, Embossed fabrics, Lace stitches, Lace panels, Eyelet stitches, Drop pattern stitches, Edgings, Slip stitch pattern, Slip stitch colour, Colour; Projects: cushion, place mat and coaster, cable throw, crossover cables, chashmere four piece set, falling leaves bag, lace bag, making waves, romantic roses; It's All in the Detail: basic techniques; Yarns Used; Suppliers; Index.

Additional information

GOR006496059
9780715337769
0715337769
Stitch Library: Over 200 Stitches for Knitters of All Abilities by Claire Crompton
Used - Very Good
Paperback
David & Charles
20101029
144
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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