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A Passion for Knitting : Step-by-Step Illustrated Techniques, Easy Contemporary Patterns, and Essential Resources for Becoming Part of the World of Knitting
by Nancy Thomas, Ilana Rabinowitz, Melanie Falick
Product Group: Book
Publisher: Fireside (2002-11-06)
ISBN: 068487069X
EAN: 9780684870694
Dewey Decimal #: 746.432
Binding/Media: Paperback - 288 pages
Edition: Original
Release Date: 2002-10-15
SKU: BL09051512x
Condition: New
Comments: Exactly as shown, New.
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Editorial Reviews
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Product Description
The World of Knitting Right at Your Fingertips More than a how-to book, A Passion for Knitting goes beyond teaching the craft and introduces readers to the culture of knitting. In Part I, you'll find fully illustrated instructions for learning stitches and mastering technique, presented with unprecedented clarity. They're so simple that you really can learn without a teacher. With this book in hand -- and no prior experience -- you will be able to knit a gorgeous sweater, scarf, or throw. Next, Part II welcomes new knitters to the worldwide knitting community, exploring the myriad benefits this popular craft has to offer. This section, unique among all other guides, invites readers to
Tap into the power of knitting as a means of reducing stress and expressing creativity
Meet the design "gurus" and other stars of the knitting world Discover opportunities for fellowship and networking with other knitters in clubs, conventions, and unique cultural fiber tours to countries ranging from England to Peru Use their knitting skills to meaningfully support charities Learn about the fashion trends in knitting from Trisha Malcolm, editor in chief of Vogue Knitting
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Customer Reviews
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One of the best I have seen
Rating  (5)
Date: 2008-05-02
3 out of 4 customers found this reveiw helpful
This book is great for newbies to knitting as well as seasoned knitters. The presentations are over a wide range of topics and are well written and enjoyable. I have been knitting for years and found several tips that were new to me. I ordered several copies to be sent to friends who are wishing to learn knitting skills and have recommended it to skilled knitters, for their sheer enjoyment.
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Good for English knitters
Rating  (4)
Date: 2005-08-15
15 out of 18 customers found this reveiw helpful
I am a beginning knitter and was looking for a good how to book with clear illustrations. This book is great if you knit in the english manner. I knit continental which this book does not address. I gave it to a friend who knits english and she loves it so that is why I gave it four stars. It was however no use to me. I wish this author would do this book for continental knitters.
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Pretty Good
Rating  (3)
Date: 2004-10-18
8 out of 8 customers found this reveiw helpful
I liked this book fairly well. It had several patterns in it that I enjoyed using. However, the only patterns in it that I could use to knit for the men in my family were in the charity knit section--one hat, one scarf. I was really disappointed on that point.
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Too much print, not enough knitting
Rating  (2)
Date: 2003-02-05
21 out of 24 customers found this reveiw helpful
For avid readers, rather than avid knitters, this book could be a hit. There is plenty of information about websites, yarn manufacturers, and knitting in general. As an avid knitter who has a vast collection of knitting books, the patterns don't tempt me to go to my yarn stash.
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a good book for a beginner, but assumes intermediate skills
Rating (3)
Date: 2003-01-25
31 out of 31 customers found this reveiw helpful
There is a lot of info on yarns in this book which is good for someone who cannot go to a yarn store to see and touch the yarns there. The illustrations are clear for beginners to learn how to knit and there is a great section on making your first sweater. There is also a good section on finishing, however, this section could have used more illustrations for beginners to learn finishing techniques. The patterns in this book are nice and even contemporary: pair of socks, cardigans, rolled-neck and cable pullovers, scarfs, hat with tassel, luxury shawl, and throws, but would not wow anyone looking for more fashionable items.
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