Books
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First Book of Modern Lace Knitting
Marianne Kinzel$9.95Over 25 distinctive lace projects, including: tablecloths, curtains, doilies, etc., presented in both written format and charts. Begins with a chapter on fundamentals of lace kntting, plus sections on techniques, finishing and altering patterns. A true classic. Softcover. Learn More -
First Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Barbara G. Walker$30.00Barbara Walker’s first treasury introduces us to hundreds of 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. With a wonderful introduction and information about the origins of knitting. Softcover. A First Treasury of Knitting Patterns may also be purchased as part of the Treasury Set with a 10% discount on all four titles. Learn More -
Second Book of Modern Lace Knitting
Marianne Kinzel$14.95Over 29 distinctive lace projects, including: tea cloths, scarves, dress trimmings, etc., presented in both written format and charts. A wonderful follow up to her first book, it stands as a classic in its own right. Softcover. Learn More -
Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Barbara G. Walker$30.00Even larger than the First Treasury! Barbara returns with hundreds more exciting and inspirational patterns, clearly organized in useful categories such as: Edgings, Lace, Cables, Twist-stitch, Color patterns, texture patterns and many more. She has even included a section on ‘Adapting Patterns for Circular Knitting.' In her introduction 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.” Her books are Treasuries, indeed. Softcover. A First Treasury of Knitting Patterns may also be purchased as part of the Treasury Set with a 10% discount on all four titles. Learn More -
Three-Cornered & Long Shawls
Sigridur Halldﾗrsdﾗttir$58.00The reprint of a near-legendary Icelandic shawl book contains instructions and charts for 27 lovely lace shawls and scarves knitted with Icelandic Laceweight or UnSpun Icelandic wools. Author's English translation included. Learn More -
Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Barbara G. Walker$30.00More inspiration, patterns and techniques from the legendary author. 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. A Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns may also be purchased as part of the Treasury set with a 10% discount on all four titles. Learn More -
Arans & Celtics
XRX$19.95A treasure trove of classic patterns from past issues of Knitter's Magazine; 30 designs by assorted authors. Softcover. Learn More -
...And A Time to Knit Stockings Book on CD
Katherine Misegades$30.00Katherine's beautiful socks and stockings, one design for each month of the year plus two extras (and two new designs, just for the CD) - all with stunning color photographs, and all meticulously written out and charted. The popular book in now in CD format, which allows for easy printing of the designs which can then be slipped into your knitting bag. Learn More -
The Art of Fair Isle Knitting
Ann Feitelson$24.95In-depth technique, history, construction and use of color, plus 20 lovely garments. Softcover. Learn More -
America Knits
Melanie Falick$19.95In-depth interviews with designers and fiber-people from all over the U.S. (including our own Meg Swansen). Beautiful photographs. Paperback. Learn More