Simple Stitches: Knitting: 25 Projects for the New Knitter

Published 2010

Simple Stitches is the needlearts series for the modern beginner, with an explanation of rudimentary techniques plus 25 pretty projects tailored to the first-time stitcher.

Simple Stitches: Knitting provides novices with a stunning collection of fashionable garments and home accessories to make, each one elegant and easy to knit. The projects--all in beautiful, subtly-hued yarns--consist of a cable day bag, scalloped pillow, clothespin bag, and more.

Vintage Fashion: Knitwear: Collecting and Wearing Designer Classics [Hardcover]

Published 2010


This stunning coffee-table book celebrates 100 years of couture knitwear, and the iconic designs that defined each decade.
Sumptuous and fascinating, Vintage Knitwear encompasses everything from the introduction of fashion hand-knitting at the start of the 20th century to the most up-to-date technical innovations. For each era, there's an overview of the most noteworthy designers, and coverage of important themes such as knit structure, fiber, silhouette, garment construction, pattern, and color. Gorgeous photographs showcase rare pieces from museums and private collectors. And lovers of all things vintage will even find a shopping guide!

Luxe Knits: The Accessories: Couture Adornments to Knit & Crochet [Hardcover]

Published 2010


More luxury for the knitter! Laura Zukaite's fantastic follow-up to Luxe Knits presents an array of accessories, all created in the most sumptuous yarns on the market. These stunning scarves, hats, gloves, bags, and more are what Zukaite calls “memorable little statement pieces to decorate our lives,” and they're a pleasure to knit.
High-fashion photography, the author's own sketches, and styling suggestions round out this beautiful package.

Knit & Wrap: 25 Capelets, Cowls & Collars [Paperback]

Published 2010


Capelets, cowls, and collars-whether in a chunky knit or dainty lace-have been storming the runways for the past few seasons, but knitting books have been slow to pick up the trend. This collection of 25 knitted projects is the first to focus exclusively on beautifying the neck and shoulders. There are romantic capelets that float and flutter about, bold collars, and high-drama cowls that frame the face when worn slipped over the head or that drape elegantly when pushed down. With these projects-done up in a variety of yarns with simple stitches and techniques such as cabling-knitters of all skill levels will soon see how so little fabric can convey so much.

The Stitch Collection: A Box of Portable Guides to Knit Stitches by Debbie O'Neill

Published 2010

Portable and versatile, this attractive boxed set of five lightweight stitch guides—each devoted to a different type of stitch—is perfect for knitters on the go.

Altogether, these small but very thorough books cover more than 200 stitches, with individual manuals for knit and purl; cables; lace; ribbing; and specialty. Each one features a brief introduction; a concise section on choosing the appropriate stitch pattern; information on each type of stitch; abbreviations; needle size chart; and yarn weight chart.Unlike heavier and more unwieldy books, these sleek volumes are just right for tossing in the knitting bag—and the most eminently practical knitter’s helper on the market.

Knitting Sweaters from the Top Down: Fabulous Seamless Patterns to Suit Your Style by Cathy Carron

Published 2010

Sweaters are the ultimate showcase for knitters—but most patterns require tricky and complicated piecing. These don’t…and they look fantastic, too! The seamless, top-down knitting method eliminates challenging construction, allowing knitters to focus on the individual details that make each sweater special. Not only does this guide thoroughly explain how the technique works, but it also teaches beginners how to design their own generic patterns for pullovers and cardigans in different yarn gauges. All the sweaters are organized by yarn weight, and the projects include an elegant rolled-collar pullover, dramatic capelet, and Asian-inspired top.

Knitting Simple Jackets: 25 Beautiful Designs by Marilyn Saitz Cohen

Published 2010

All knitters want to create something attractive that shows off their skills—and the 25 jackets in the popular, now-in-paperback collection, are simple to make, luxurious, and flattering! Every one can be completed in relatively short order, thanks to the easy-to-follow instructions and well-thought-out designs. Knit a sporty Aran tweed car coat; cuddle up in a fluffy white jacket with a big ribbed collar and matching belt; and celebrate spring with a lightweight sleeveless jacket in cheerful yellow. Color photos of the finished garments capture their chic, contemporary style.

Knitting Simple Jackets: 25 Beautiful Designs by Marilyn Saitz Cohen

Published 2009

All knitters want to create something attractive that shows off their skills—and these 25 jackets are simple to make, luxurious, and flattering! Every one can be completed in relatively short order, thanks to the easy-to-follow instructions and well-thought-out designs. Knit a sporty Aran tweed car coat; cuddle up in a fluffy white jacket with a big ribbed collar and matching belt; and celebrate spring with a lightweight sleeveless jacket in cheerful yellow. Color photos of the finished garments capture their chic, contemporary style.

Pure Knits: Sophisticated Designs in Shades of White by Yahaira Ferreira

Published 2009

Whether creamy and warm or wintry cool, white evokes a sense of classic purity. Celebrate its astonishing variety with a collection of 25 stunning all-white projects for intermediate to advanced knitters, all made from the most luxurious yarns ever. From sensuous sweaters for women to adorable baby and children’s outfits to rugged masculine attire, these garments take white to new levels of excitement and opulence. Best of all, you’ll find that using white yarns only draws attention to the gorgeous textural details of each piece—the complex combinations of knits and purls, show-stopping lace, and sophisticated cables. The projects include: a delicate sleeveless tunic from luscious silk mohair and silk; a man’s cabled sweater; and an exquisite hat-and-bootie set that’s soft enough for baby’s tender skin and elegant enough to make a perfect shower gift.

Photographed in stunning natural settings and featuring a clean, stylish layout, this volume is a sumptuous addition to any knitter’s library.