. . . Stitch Pattern and Technique Books from Schoolhouse Press . . .

A First Treasury of Knitting Patterns
—Barbara Walker

Barbara Walker’s first treasury introduces us to traditional patterns for Knit-Purl combinations, Ribbing, Color-Change, Slip Stitch, Twist Stitch, Lace, Cables and more.
“Whether a novice or an expert, you will find plenty of novelty, challenge, and inspiration in working with this book,” writes Barbara. The book includes a wonderful introduction with information about the origins of knitting. See Treasury Set below.
Softcover. $30

A First Treasury of Knitting Patterns may also be purchased as part of the reasury set with a 10% discount on all four titles. See Treasury Set below.

A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns

A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns
—Barbara Walker

In Walker’s introduction to her Second Treasury, she writes, “Some of the patterns in the this book are contemporary originals…Other patterns are traditional…I have resurrected these from old, forgotten books and translated them into modern terminology…Still other patterns have come from other areas of the world…Like music, knitting truly is a universal language.” Along with Knit Purl Combinations, Color and Mosaic patterns, Lace, Edgings, Borders and more, Walker has included a section on ‘Adapting Patterns for Circular Knitting.’
Softcover. $30

A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns may also be purchased as part of the Treasury set with a 10% discount on all four titles. See Treasury Set below.

Charted Knitting Designs:
A Third Treasury

Charted Knitting Designs: A Third Treasury of Knitting Patterns
—Barbara Walker

The patterns in this book are mostly original designs by Barbara Walker, some of them knitted by unusual methods that combine standard knitting techniques to create new types of fabrics. As well as extensive chapters on Textured Fabrics, Twist Stitch Patterns, Cables, Lace, Mosaic and Color, the book includes a useful section entitled “How to Read Charts” and an accompanying complete list of symbols.
Softcover. $30

Charted Knitting Designs may also be purchased as part of the Treasury with a 10% discount on all four titles. See Treasury Set below.

A Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns
— Barbara G. Walker

The latest Barbara Walker knitting treasury combines 82 newly-invented stitch patterns in Knit, Purl and Texture, Cables and Traveling Stitches, Lace and more with a reprint of Walker’s Sampler Knitting including stitch patterns for Basic Shapes in Garter Stitch, Mosaic, Lace and Cable Samplers. Softcover. $30

A Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns may also be purchased as part of the Treasury set with a 10% discount on all four titles. See Treasury Set below.

Treasury Set

The Treasury Set: 4 Books by Barbara Walker
A First Treasury of Knitting Patterns, A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns, Charted Knitting Designs, A Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns

Barbara Walker is clearly a master in the field of knitting. She has not only gathered and cleverly translated traditional patterns from all over the world into useable forms but has also invented a number of ways to create new knitted fabrics by combining knitting techniques. Each treasury has extensive entries for Knit Purl combinations, Slip-Stitch, Cables, Lace, Mosaics and more. 4 softcover books, $120 value, with 10% discount $108

Oma's Strickgenheimnisse (Grandma's Knitting Secrets)
—Erika Eichenseer

Here is a welcomed reprint of a unique German book we carried years ago. Scores of stitch patterns are included, many of which I've never seen anywhere else. And, wonderfully, each motif is charted for both circular or flat knitting. Yes, you will find a new set of symbols to learn. At first that seems a bit annoying, but you may choose to re-chart the design with familiar symbols, or look at it a challenge to exercise for your brain. We provide a translation sheet for the chart symbols. $35

Two-End Knitting, A Traditional Scandinavian Technique also known as Twined Knitting. From Basics to new Refinements and Designs
—Anne-Maj Ling

One of the foremost experts on the subject of Two-End Knitting introduces us to aspects of this fascinating technique that were not even hinted at previously. You will see her very beautiful designs - some of which are knitted with two-colors: sweaters and skirts as well as stunning mittens, caps and stockings. Included you will find a very detailed instruction section with plenty of illustrations, plus 30 full-page charts.

This 2002 Swedish title was just translated into English by Carol Rhoades. Softcover. $23.50

Mary Thomas's Book of Knitting Patterns
— Mary Thomas

From simple to elaborate, plus lace. Softcover. $14.95

Mary Thomas's Knitting Book
— Mary Thomas

From 1938; the backbone of any knitting library. Softcover. $9.95

Barbara Walker's Mosaic Knitting

Mosaic Knitting was originally published in 1976, then it languished out-of-print for two decades until Schoolhouse Press reprinted it in 1997 -- with the addition of 116 brand-new Magic Mosaics (rotationally symmetric designs) Barbara had come up with in the interim.

When the book sold out, we decided that the thick chapters on mosaic knitting in each of Barbara's four Treasury books were sufficient for years of solid mosaic knitting -- but, as Barbara herself said, "Those are not the best ones."

So this unique and splendid book is back. Softcover, a total of 380 charts, $32.00

Knitting from the Top
— Barbara G. Walker

Back again after 20 years. Everything from the top: sweaters, skirts, pants, etc. The only book of its kind. Softcover. $20.00

Learn to Knit Afghan Book
— Barbara G. Walker

An excellent How-to-Knit book in a logical progression of skills. 63 different stitch patterns to knit, resulting in a beautiful afghan. Softcover. $20.00

Vogue Knitting Book
— Vogue

A detailed big book on all aspects of knitting. Hardcover. $38.95

Charted Celtic Designs
—Co Spinhoven

386 Celtic charts. Most are knittable. Softcover. $4.95

The Knitter's Handbook
—Montse Stanley

A reprint of Handknitter's Handbook. Over 600 drawings; an excellent book. Softcover. $19.95

The Knitter's Companion
—Vickie Square

Basic techniques, tips, and sizing charts plus an actual needle gauge in the book. Spiral-bound. $19.95

The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns
—Ann Budd

Simple templates for sweaters, hats, socks, and mittens. Spiral-bound. $24.95

Sweater Workshop
—Jackie Fee

This excellent book has been augmented and reprinted—in both softcover ($25.95) or wire-o spiral bound ($29.95). The book concentrates upon variations of raglan shapes–both cardigans and pullovers– knitted in the round using Elizabeth Zimmermann's EPS, but No Cutting! There is a wonderful sampler of techniques in the beginning (which EZ used to put on her head).I'm so pleased to have this book restored to us and I know it will benefit scores of knitters for many decades.

Flawless Knit Repair
—Rena Crocket

Rena shows us in great detail how to repair holes that cover multiple rows as well as sts; also, holes in lace and textures. Spiral-bound. $12.95

Module Magic
—Ginger Luters

25 garments and projects, one block at a time. Softcover. $19.95

Knitting for Anarchists
—Anna Zilboorg

That Anna is incorrigible—and red lettering on a black cover; a veritable tract. Anna has the heart of the matter in this book and we are delighted to welcome more of her philosophy and colorful designs into the knitting world. Hardcover. $22.95

Shadow Knitting
—Vivian Hoxbro

A fascinating Tromp L'Oile in garter-stitch. $21.95

Domino Knitting
—Vivian Hoxbro

Intriguing scarves, hats, and wraps knitted from small, united sections. Softcover. $16.95

Jackets
—Jean Frost

21 classic designs. Hardcover. $19.95

Felted Knits
—Bev Galaskas, FiberTrends

Wonderful designs for all kinds of felted items. Softcover. $21.95

Folk Bags
—Vickie Square

30 wonderful bags from around the world. Softcover. $21.95

Here Be Wyverns
—Nancy Spies

100s of charts from Medieval sources; applicable to knitting. Spiral-bound. $30.00

Knitting on the Edge:The Essential Collection of 350 Decorative Borders
—Nicky Epstein

All manner of ribs, ruffles, lace, fringes, flora, points, and picots. Hardcover. $29.95

Knitting over the Edge
—Nicky Epstein

A second book with 300 more edgings. Hardcover. $29.95