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.

Knitting at Home: 60 Classics from Ella Rae Designs [Hardcover]

Published 2010

There is something special about handcrafting things for your home, and turning the space into a comfort zone filled with pieces that are “made with love.” Leanne Prouse, creator of the Ella Rae brand of yarn, brings her original designs for timeless classics to knitters of all skill levels. Knitting at Home features 20 of her most popular patterns, along with 15 brand-new projects for every corner of the house. Projects include cushions, bags, slippers, blankets, children's clothes, tote bags and more!

Cowl Girls: The Neck's Big Thing to Knit [Paperback]

Published 2010


Forget tired scarves and bulky turtlenecks-funky, chunky, hip and happening cowls are where it's at! Following up her hit book Hattitude, author and designer Cathy Carron weaves a fashion statement that puts in-the-know women head and shoulders above the rest. Among the more than 35 patterns provided here are a cozy neck wrap featuring a built-in iPod holder, a lacy drawstring hood, and a woven necklace sparkling with Swarovski crystals.

The Intentional Spinner w/DVD: A Holistic Approach to Making Yarn (Book & DVD) [Hardcover]

Published 2010

If you are interested in exploring the infinite possibilities of making your own yarns, veteran spinner and teacher Judith MacKenzie McCuin offers insight, understanding, and invaluable information about your craft in The Intentional Spinner with DVD.

The Intentional Spinner with DVD is a compendium of spinning wisdom, with a fun blend of technical knowledge, history, tips, and gently opinionated narrative. Yarn making is approached in three fundamental areas:

Understanding Fibers: Compare the rich historic traditions of plant and animal fibers with the fascinating scientific advances in synthesizing fibers.
Managing Yarn Structure: Step-by-step instructions and photographs demonstrate the range of possibilities in yarn, from sturdy plied yarns to playful novelty yarns.
Practical Uses: Learn how to make yarns that precisely match your needs with decision making and planning to create the exact project you want from the beginning.

The Intentional Spinner with DVD includes four projects that demonstrate how handspun can be used in weaving and knitting. The projects explain how to choose material, techniques, and finish the processes. The enclosed DVD features detailed information on yarn diameter, plying, novelty yarn structures, and finishing. Blending technical expertise and fascinating lore, The Intentional Spinner with DVD is a must-have reference for every spinner.

Jil Eaton's Knitting School: The Complete Guide to Becoming a Confident Knitter [Paperback]

Published 2010

If you’re a novice knitter or returning after a knitting sabbatical, Jil Eaton’s Knitting School will have you knitting like a pro in just 19 lessons. Jil Eaton is a knitting dynamo and she puts her 18 years of teaching and design experience, plus the know-how her popular Knit Simple “Ask Jil” column is known for, into this fully illustrated knitting primer that covers it all—from buttonholes to socks, cables to Fair Isle.

Each of the lessons features one of Jil's signature QuickKnits projects for men, women, and children. Projects include sweaters, shawls, mittens, hats, and kid knits selected especially to highlight Jil’s favorite tips and tricks for flawless knitting. These QuickKnits are designed for instant gratification, chic but simply made, with charming details providing that je ne sais quoi factor. Knitting every project will make even a true beginner feel like an expert.

Chock-full of photographs and step-by-step illustrations, along with advice on color, decorative trims, finishing, and knitting fixes, Jil Eaton's Knitting School will encourage readers to build their skills and master the craft with aplomb.

Knitting it Old School: 43 Vintage-Inspired Patterns [Hardcover]

Published 2010


44 patterns inspired by the '40s, '50s, '60s, and '70s

Knitters love all things vintage-but it's not as easy as picking up an old pattern from decades past. Oftentimes, they use obsolete yarns, aren't sized for today's body shapes, and are written differently than current pattern instructions.

Now, retro-minded crafters get the best of both worlds in this unique collection. Drawing from the fashion trends of the '40s through the '70s, Knitting it Old School offers a bold new twist on vintage-inspired knitting patterns.

Vintage patterns feature newly created designs that flatter today's figure and use contemporary yarns
Fun, wearable patterns that echo styles of days gone by
Four bonus sewing patterns to whip up complimentary vintage-themed accessories
With a balance of classic and kitsch, wardrobe basics and saucy specials, Knitting it Old School is a breath of fresh air for knitters who love "old" but want to be "new."


From the Inside Flap
43 patterns inspired by the '40s, '50s, '60s, and '70s

Love "old" but want to be "in vogue"? Welcome to Knitting It Old School, where you'll find patterns for knitting and crocheting everything from cheeky hot pants to his-and-hers sweater sets, all drawn from the fashion trends of the '40s, '50s, '60s, and '70s. All patterns feature newly created designs that flatter today's figure and use contemporary fibers—and that are written so modern crafters can easily follow along.

From classic to kitschy, wardrobe basics to saucy specials, get ready to start making beautiful handmade clothing the way your mother and grandmother did!

We're knitting it old school, folks!

More Last-Minute Knitted Gifts [Hardcover]

Published 2010


When STC Craft published Joelle Hoverson’s Last-Minute Knitted Gifts in 2004, the response was over­whelming and today there are nearly 100,000 copies of this classic in print. Six years later, Hoverson is full of fresh, new ideas for beautiful gifts. So STC proudly presents More Last-Minute Knitted Gifts: an elegant collection of 30 projects organized according to the time it takes to complete them, from less than two hours to more than eight. Among the projects featured are sachets, bracelets, ornaments, mittens, gloves, hats, sweaters, baby blankets, and throws.

Understanding that knitters today love to personalize their projects but also need guidance along the way, Hoverson showcases many of the projects in several colors and yarn weights, and with optional embellishments and creative ideas for gift-wrapping.

Knitted Nursery: Toys, Clothes and Furnishings for a Beautiful Baby's Room [Paperback]

Published 2010


Forget the pastel pinks and baby blues-think bold and bright for your bundle of joy! Strong, contemporary colors create a stimulating environment for young eyes and a modern, uplifting living space for the entire family. Knitted Nursery combines strong primaries, fuchsia pinks, outspoken oranges, and plenty of vibrant hues in a variety of adorable easy-to-follow patterns, including a snuggle blanket, ABC blocks, cot bunting, beach hut bookends, and a washing line wall hanger. All projects use cotton DK yarn which is easy to wash, durable, and child-friendly.

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.

Entree to Entrelac: The Definitive Guide from a Biased Knitter [Paperback]

Published 2010


Revisiting a forgotten technique, this resource guides knitters through the steps, skills, and concepts necessary for mastering etrelac stitching. Though this way of knitting may intimidate beginning crafters, this reference explains the simple ways to build an understanding of the basics, how to master advanced techniques, and even combine entrelac with other knitting methods. Projects include scarves, bags, mittens, slipper socks, hats, and other garments, all worked in a wide range of yarn types.

Knitting Board Basics: A Beginner's Guide to Using a Knitting Board with Over 30 Easy Projects [Paperback]

Published 2010 in paperback

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at board loom knitting, here is all the information you’ll need to get started. Knitting boards differ from looms in that the material created is thicker and double sided. They have become a popular tool of crafters, since they are easy to use and projects knit up quickly. Pat and Kim Novak, entrepreneurs and the designers behind the Authentic Knitting Board company, share their expertise on how to use their popular boards. Core techniques are described in detail and shown in step-by-step, close-up photography, along with easy-to-follow directions. All aspects of using the board are covered---from the basics to more advanced techniques---so whether you’re just learning to cast on, working basic stitches, or looking for solid advice on how to shape and join sleeves or add finishing details such as pom-poms or a drawstring, you’ll find everything you need to get started and more.

Complete directions for thirty-four projects ranging in difficulty, are also included, starting with fast and fun weekend projects, such as a colorful tote or adorable baby booties, and advancing to more complicated projects such as a hooded cable-knit sweater for a child or a striped button-up jacket for yourself.

Mug Hugs (Cozy) [Paperback]

Published 2010 in paperback


Mug hugs are an up-and-coming, simple knittng idea, seen in numerous magazines. Suitable for all abilities; the first project can be completed by a beginner, further skills are built up. This latest title in the popular "Cozy" series is by a UK author. Readers will never suffer cold coffee or tepid tea again! This new title is packed with colourful designs that are easy and fast to knit, and detailed instructions explain everything you need to know. Mug hugs make fabulous gifts and are an ideal way to use up odds and ends of yarn. Best of all, readers will never need to suffer cold coffee or tepid tea again. This title includes 30 fun and fast to knit projects for the reader to make, these are suitable for knitters of all abilities; the first project can be completed by an absolute beginner, further knitting skills are built up and explained in successive projects.

The Complete Photo Guide to Knitting

Published 2010


This volume is a comprehensive how-to book about all aspects of knitting. This book is a reference for all knitting techniques, beginning with the basics of how to knit. A large section of the book is devoted to showing different stitch patterns, arranged in style categories for easy reference. Special knitting topics will be explored in depth: cables, intarsia, entrelac, Fair Isle knitting, and lace knitting. A section will discuss yarns: fibers, how they are spun, gauge, and how to choose.

Babes in the Wool: How to Knit Beautiful Fashion Dolls

Published 2010


With these easy-to-follow patterns and instructions, knitters of all skill levels will be able to create nine dolls from three basic designs—at a finished size of 20 or 23 inches tall—each with a distinctive style, personality, and matching wardrobes. In addition to featuring designs for 35 pieces of trendy apparel and accessories, the handbook lays out how to construct bodies, faces, and hair and provides templates for eyebrows, eyes, and mouths. While there are specific instructions for dolls ranging from Samantha, the sports enthusiast, and Willow, the sophisticated Celtic beauty, to Rose, the water lover, and Poppy, the party girl, the patterns can easily be adapted to create any type of doll. The use of different colors of yarn, varying yarn types, and an assortment of trims and adornments also enhances the opportunity for creativity. All of the clothing and accessories—bikinis, coats, dresses, handbags, hats, mini skirts, scarves, sweaters, swimsuits, and tops—are fully interchangeable between dolls to create a myriad of looks.