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Enjoy the 20 most popular knitting patterns and expert advice from the first five years of "Knitscene" magazine in "The Best of Knitscene."
The knitwear designs of this one-of-kind collection have been knitted thousands of times by hundreds of knitters around the world. For the first time ever Lisa Shroyer, editor of "Knitscene" magazine, has compiled the most beloved, fashionable creations into a single all-star collection. Among the patterns included are Heather Lodinsky's Central Park Hoodie, Connie Chang Chinchio's Geodesic Cardigan, Katie Himmelberg's Phiaro Scarf, and other favorite designs. And these patterns are even better than ever, they've been updated with corrections, additional sizes, technique tutorials, and more. Some of these must-have knit patterns are now out of print, so Lisa is offering you a second chance to add them into your knitting pattern collection.
Plus, you'll get articles and profiles on some of the most popular designers including Cecily Glowik MacDonald, Star Athena, and Kate Gagnon Osborn.
With "The Best of Knitscene" you'll fall in love all over again with your favorite patterns from "Knitscene."
Express your unique style with 20 fun and fabulous bags to stitch!
Welcome to a selection of the best bags from the popular Stitch magazine, plus 5 brand-new projects, curated by its editors. The book features designs from Malka Dubrawsky, Ayumi Takahashi, Kevin Kosbab, Carol Zentgraf, and many more.
Techniques include patchwork, applique, pleating, creating dimension with fabric, and embroidery. Bags of a variety of shapes and sizes were selected, including coin purses, gadget bags, clutches, slouch bags, and messenger bags, so you are sure to find something to make for yourself or give to your friends and family.
Inside you will find all of the best bags from Stitch magazine in one place, plus 5 brand-new designs- there's something for everyone!
When you have a passion for DIY projects you can always find something new and cool to craft, some ingenious way to make your home even more welcoming, even more beautiful, and more you.
A book on woodworking for dummies - Including great beginner woodworking projects that will get you comfortable with the basics of building with woodworking tools and accessories.
Woodworking ideas guide step-by-step instructions.
Some of the small woodworking projects below can be completed in a weekend and others in just a few hours, either way, all the woodworking plans will help you create something great out of wood.
That being said, let's check out some awesome DIY wood projects and see what inspires you.
Use giant needles and chunky-weight yarn to make sweaters and jackets in no time at all.
Big Knits, Big Needles includes more than 20 step-by-step projects and a tutorial section on the techniques of the basic stitches you need to know. From a belted cardigan to a hooded toggle coat, your cold-weather-wear is about to get more trendy.
Be inspired by the chic photography of the sweaters and jackets, and, when you are feeling more confident, take your projects one step further and create matching beanies, scarves, and more with the help of 24 accessory patterns included in the book.
Whether you are a novice or an experienced knitter, Big Knits, Big Needles will give you rapid results and the chic makeover your fall and winter wardrobe needs.
Big Yarn = Big Style! Big, bold, and beautiful, chunky yarns are knitting up big fashions! Big.Knit.Love. celebrates the big stitches created with bulky, jumbo, and roving yarns in the 20 fashion-forward designs from knitwear designer Linda Zemba Burhance. Called one of the most important knitting trends by Lion Brand Yarn, knitting with chunky yarns is less structured than knitting with standard-sized needles and yarns, so it is perfect for anyone who wants to make simple yet stylish patterns in no time.
This lush collection includes a comprehensive, photograph-rich section on tools, materials, and step-by-step techniques, ensuring each pattern knits up perfectly.
Join the creator of The Black Apple, Emily Martin, on a trip through her magical world of paper dolls, imaginary places, and clever craft projects.
Inside this book you'll find 21 sweet, mysterious characters with clothes and accessories all their own--from a busy beekeeper's daughter to a bird-loving librarian. You'll also find 16 dolls ready to be designed and brought to life by you! Emily will show you how to draw, paint, and personalize your way to a little paper replica of anyone you'd like.
With basic art supplies and the instructions in the book, you'll also learn to:
- Make a custom wedding invitation or holiday card- Color, cut, paste, and frame a unique family portrait
- Design your own paper clothes, shoes, glasses, and the like
- Cut and fold an armoire for doll-sized clothes
- Build a paper theater using one of the TK illustrated backdrops
- Direct a stop-motion film with jointed paper doll actors
- And so much more!
So sharpen your scissors and get ready for a unique and wonderful adventure.
Crochet a colorful hat with mix-and-match blooms!
In Blooming Crochet Hats, you'll find a posie of patterns! Each of the ten hats is available in six sizes, ranging from infant to adult. From the adorable Scalloped Beanie to the fashionable Comfy Cloche, there's a hat for everyone to make and enjoy. Add a newsboy band, a sunhat brim or earflaps to give your hat a different look, and once you're done, button on one of the ten interchangeable motifs to make it uniquely your own! With an assortment of flowers, like carnation puffs and cherry blossoms, as well as novelty designs like bears and butterflies, you'll be able to match your hats to any outfit or occasion.
Following a Crochet Along style project is an incredibly popular way for home crafters to create projects in bite-size pieces and this stunning design from Jane Crowfoot not only offers crochet fans the chance to work through one of her famous and ground-breaking designs, but it will also help build skills and techniques while creating a truly beautiful heirloom crochet piece using luxurious yarns.
Inspired by English Artists, Country Gardens and London's Garden Squares and written in Jane's distinctive style, with step-by-step images and explanations along the way, this design includes crochet flower motifs, butterflies, circles and striped stitch formations and Jane has included an array of techniques, including beading, textural layered pieces and bobbles. The book includes the story behind the inspiration for the project, many tips and techniques and links to helpful YouTube videos and technical downloads which offer online guidance through the techniques used in this project. This project is aimed at those with a good knowledge of crochet stitches and abbreviations and is written using UK terminology. The pattern is written for yarns from the Rowan range. If you want to use alternative yarns there is information at the front of the book on how to calculate alternative yarn amounts. The finished blanket measures approximately 124 cm (49in) square pre-blocked, and 127cm (50in) square blocked.Full-color photos and clear instructions show you how easy it is to create 17 kooky creatures, from Freddy Frog and Selma Snake to Filomena Fox and Ellie the Unicorn. Make them all! You can keep your Bookies for yourself or give them away as unique handmade gifts.