Knit Lit

750 Knitting Stitches: The Ultimate Knit Stitch Bible

by Pavillion Books, St. Martin's Griffin

www.us.macmillan.com/smp

750 Knitting Stitches: The Ultimate Knit Stitch Bible is just what its name suggests, a comprehensive guidebook and stitch resource for all your knitting how-to questions. From information on getting started with yarn and needle choices all the way through finishing your work and caring for the finished products, this book is the ultimate resource for your essential questions. Aside from basic information, this guidebook contains 750 knitting stitches that range in complexity and style, including Fair Isle, intarsia, cables and more! Accompanying each technique is a clear photo, so you’re never in the dark.

Hardcover, 288 Pages, $24.99, 978-1250067180

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Cute Accessories to Knit for Kids: Complete Instructions for 8 Styles

by Katy Oates, Creative Publishing int'l

www.creativepub.com

Cute Accessories to Knit for Kids features fun, contemporary patterns for kids that range from mini backpacks, scarves and mittens to smaller accessories like legwarmers and headbands. Every handpicked pattern was chosen with style in mind, so your kids will definitely want to wear and use the finished results. No matter your skill level, you’ll love this guide. Each pattern feature clear step-by-step instructions and gorgeous full-color photos to keep you following along with ease.

Paperback, 32 Pages, $12.99, 978-1589239029

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First Time Stranded Knitting: Step-by-Step Basics Plus 2 Projects

by Lori Ihnen, Creative Publishing int'l

www.creativepub.com

Stranding is a technique that involves knitting with two or more colors of yarn within a single row. It can be a tricky and intimidating process, but Lori Ihnen walks you through, step-by-step, in First Time Stranded Knitting. The book shows you how to hold your needles and yarn properly, how to gracefully handle the yarn and how to switch colors, carrying the unused yarn across the back of your project. Tips and tricks are included along with clear photos to properly show the steps. Plus, once you’ve gotten the hang of the technique, you can try out some sample patterns to practice your skills further.

Paperback, 32 Pages, $12.99, 978-1589239043

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One-Skein Wonders for Babies: 101 Knitting Projects for Infants & Toddlers

by Judith Durant, Storey Publishing, LLC

www.storey.com

No matter the season, babies are always fun to knit for! One-Skein Wonders for Babies is a sweet collection of 101 infant and toddler patterns that are as easy to make as they are adorable. Choose from accessories like mittens, hats, bibs and blankets to wearables like tees, sweaters, hoodies and dresses. Because this collection features pattern contributions from designers all over the world, there’s something for every baby inside. Follow along with clear and concise step-by-step instructions and compare your finished product to the gorgeous color photographs accompanying each pattern as you work your way through, page-by-page.

Paperback, 288 Pages, $18.95, 978-1612124803

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