Shawls are currently making a huge comeback in the fashion world, but many people do not realize that the shawl has been worn for many centuries and in many cultures. This collection of patterns and traditions features shawls from around the world.

Introduces the luscious lace of yesteryear to the knitters of today.

Today lace doesn't just mean doilies knit in very fine yarn; often the yarns are not fine and the needles large for faster knitting and greater impact. A Gathering of Lace samples the best traditional and contemporary lace knitting. This collection includes sweaters, vests, shawls, gloves and socks - some are simple enough for the new knitter while others will stimulate seasoned lacers.

Expand your idea of what a wrap can be! Shawls, ponchos and capelets are all the rage because they look fabulous on everyone, no matter the occasion. Following in the footsteps of the extraordinarily popular Scarf Style, Wrap Style is a collection of 24 classic and contemporary wraps from 18 knitwear designers. The designs vary from simple to challenging and explore shape and silhouette ...

Part of the Knit with Beads series, which introduces the materials and supplies needed for knitting with beads, along with simple illustrated instructions for a range of techniques - 15 patterns, with styles ranging from classic to funky, from dressy to casual.

Expand your idea of what a scarf can be! This collection of 31 elegant, whimsical, and ingenious scarves taps the expertise of over twenty-five knitwear designers who offer new ways to think about this most basic of garments.

Both a celebration of knitting and a book for practical information, this book is a collection of advice for the knitter. It examines essential truisms of knitting, with warnings, realities, and fantasies about the act of knitting and the people who do it. It includes information on everything from yarn needles, gauge, and knitting bag, and more.

Heirlooms are a family's link from past to present, a legacy for the future, and the lace knitting of the Shetland Isles has created much treasured family knitwear. This book is for both the everyday and expert knitter, and intended as an instructive guide and an overview of Shetland lace.

Offering knowledge of knitting in Estonia, this title helps to learn about traditional lace-knitting techniques, including the traditional starburst, twig, peacock, and lily of the valley patterns and their variations; and, modern adaptations of the classic ways of constructing shawls and scarves and adding lace edges.

Knitted scarves are the hottest new fashion accessory. Meeting the need for new scarf, poncho and shawl ideas, this new book provides 35 fun, contemporary projects knitters can create quickly and easily, many featuring popular novelty yarns.

A variety of both classic and contemporary knitting projects comprises an easy-to-follow primer for both amateur and experienced hobbyists, with information on yarn varieties and unconventional stitches, all fully illustrated.

From runways to department stores, lace is everywhere. This book contains a collection of quick knits that take a modern twist. It includes such designs as: a lace pattern typically used for baby wear boldly translated into a woman's scalloped jacket, a delicate lace edging used to accent a featherlight lingerie dress, and more.

Knitting Pretty features 30 recipes for chic and simple hats, bags, mittens, and scarves, plus fun gifts like pillow covers and baby booties. Easy to navigate and unique in its use of straightforward language rather than arcane abbreviations, Knitting Pretty uses diagrams and simple step-by-step instructions to teach the reader the basics. Fully illustrated with photographs of finished projects ..

Kaffe Fassett's knitted garments sell for upwards of 00 each. This book includes over 300 patterns for jackets, coats, waistcoats, dresses, shawls, and slipovers for men, women and children, plus lots of variations for the more adventurous knitter.

For years, people have been crafting prayer shawls - knitted wraps to comfort those in times of need or to help others celebrate special occasions. This work presents 38 wraps for various occasions, from baptism to remembrance. It also offers advice on creating a peaceful creative environment and includes stories to and from shawl recipients.

Celebrates artisans from all over the world of knitting. This book features thirty-eight interviews with American spinners, weavers and knitters. It also features shepherds caring for rare breeds, a plant biologist developing a strain of naturally colored cotton, and the hand spinners and hand dyers who produce gorgeous skeins of yarn.

Leads readers step by step through various aspects of knitting and finishing, ensuring success even for relatively inexperienced knitters. This title showcases 26 stylish designs - scarves, stoles, cardigans, pullovers, vests, jackets, tops, and even a couple of totes.

Mining fashion's endless archive, the author has created 35 contemporary knitwear designs that take their cues from designers past. Organized into four thematic chapters, he highlights women's wear, men's wear, traditional ethnic garb and sportswear. He also introduces each project by explaining its historical/cultural roots.

Offers dozens of patterns for items that evoke the mystique of Harry Potter a Wizard Robe, an Invisibility Shawl, a Quidditch Sweater, Ron's Ragg Raglan, a Clock Blanket, and Harry Christmas Ornaments. This book features patterns, color photos of the finished projects, and illustrations of stitch patterns and design elements.