The Harmony Guides are a series of practical, illustrated guides to hand knitting and crochet explaining basic techniques from start to finish. This volume offers tips on producing Aran and Fair Isle garments.

During the years he spent among the Marsh Arabs of southern Iraq Wilfred Thesiger came to understand, admire and share a way of life that had endured for many centuries. This book provides an account of his time spent among them. It pays tribute to the hospitality, loyalty, courage and endurance of the people.

For experienced knitters and crocheters who like a challenge, the concept of scrumbling, ie working in a free-form manner, is easy to adapt to larger projects and to the creation of wearable art. There are many interesting special stitches that will help create unique fabrics. Also learn how to make individual buttons and closures.

These days scarves are more than just something you wear to keep your neck warm. They have become a staple item in all the most fashionable wardrobes, worn to accessorise all kinds of outfits. From delicate finely woven sparkly scarves to add glitter to a glamorous dress, to brightly coloured funkily textured chenile scarves to bring individuality to a black jumper and jeans, scarves are one of ..

Newly available in paperback, this book crystallizes the transformation of knitwear design - and its audience - in our time.

This title celebrates this traditional craft with a bold approach to the opportunities that the knitted fabric presents. This book explores the qualities of knitting in a clear way to interest new and old knitters alike.