This is the ultimate guide for the absolute beginner. For those with little or no knitting experience, this simple- to-learn, project-based book will start with the basics and take you through the initial stages of this fun and creative craft. Each technique is clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make, so that you can put your newly acquired knowledge into practice. Demonstrate your new skills to friends and family with designs that include a hobo bag, beanie hat or clutch bag. Beginners will learn all the essentials, from how to hold needles, cast on and off, make a tension swatch and form the basic knit and purl stitches, to how to knit stripes, cable, rib and lace, plus shape their knitting and add buttonholes. Clear step-by-step illustrations and beautifully shot photographs of the finished projects are included throughout, making it both practical and inspirational - the ideal book for want-to-be knitters!

Includes 9 techniques, each clearly explained and accompanied by a stylish project to make. Simple, project-based book that starts with the basics, for those with little or no knitting experience. Includes instructions on all the basics from holding needles to knitting stripes, cable, rib and lace.

About the Author
Tina Barrett was taught to knit by her grandmother and has been passionate about creating her own gorgeous yarn and fabric-based designs ever since. She is a regular contributor to many knitting and sewing magazines and is the author of Knits for Dogs and Cats, Natural Knits for Babies and Toddlers, Natural Crochet for Babies and Toddlers and Knitted Dinosaurs a 11 published by GMC Publications.


Book Information
ISBN 9781784942939
Author T Barrett
Format Paperback
Page Count 92
Imprint GMC Publications
Publisher GMC Publications
Weight(grams) 350g
Dimensions(mm) 275mm * 214mm * 6mm