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Knitting Books

New! Art of Knitted Lace, Random House
$25.95 Cdn, $22.95 US

The beauty of knitted lace garments is inspiring many knitters. A variety of designers have contributed the over 35 projects, and the introduction by designer Kristin Omdahl offers knitters a good start to understanding the structure of lace knitting, reading lace instructions and terms, plus the important tips and techniques for success.

Estonian Mittens All Around the World, Aina Praakli
$43.98 Cdn, $39.95 US

A collection of 175 mittens all shown in beautiful colour photographs, with graphs of the stitch patterns. Content is written in both Estonian and in English.

Haapsalu Shawl , by Siiri Reimann and Aime Edasi
$62.95 Cdn, $59.95 US

Though not a book of garment patterns (there are several photos shown throughout the book) this is a stunning book on the history of Estonian knitted lace with dozens of stitch patterns, each with a large enticing photo and chart. An exceptional book that is large in format, and the beautiful knitting shows the obvious love the authors have for their subject. This inspiring book is a 'must have' for those who love to knit lace.

Knitted Socks East and West, Judy Sumner
$24.98 Cdn, $22.45 US

Japanese stitch patterns are inspiring knitters everywhere. Judy Sumner uses these exquisite stitches in her collection of 30 sock designs from slipper socks to knee high socks.

Knitwear Design Workshop, Shirley Paden-Bernstein
$43.98 Cdn, $39.95 US

One of the added bonuses of knitting is that you can custom fit. The complexities of how to custom fit though are a challenge! Author Shirley Paden is you guide through the process, from initial planning and understanding garment construction and making adjustments, through to the finishing.

New! Kunstricken Decken, Garnituren, Spitzen, Buch Verlag Fur Die Frau
$48.98 Cdn, $44.95 US

"Reproduction of early 20th c. knitted lace border designs of Herbert Niebling, originally published as Beyer-Band 408 (1939) and 760 (c.1960), portfolio ."

Kunststrick-Decken, Buch Verlag Fur Die Frau
$59.98 Cdn, $54.95 US

"A reprint of 20th c. Beyer-Band 454 consisting of 16 rare patterns by Herbert Niebling with full charts. 16p w/ Portfolio"

New England Knits, Cecily Glowik MacDonald, Melissa LaBarre
$26.95 Cdn, $24.95 US

From sweaters to accessories this collection is themed around 3 popular activities in New England - a Walk in the Woods; a Day in the Park; and Along the Coast.

Northern Knits, Lucinda Guy
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

Knitting with natural wools is a key element in the traditional knitting of Scandinavia, Iceland and the Shetland Islands. The 20 womens garments featured in this book use traditional yarns, techniques and motifs inspired by these countries.

New! Norwegian Patterns for Knitting, Mette Handberg
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

The rich colour patterning of Norwegian stitch patterns are the inspiration for 20 projects for sweaters, mittens and hats. Great photos, clear instructions.

Norwegian Sweater Techniques for Today's Knitter, Therese Chynoweth
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

Classic Norwegian sweater design includes knitting colourful patterning knit in the round, then cut for sleeves and front button-bands - steeking. Learn this and other Norwegian knitting techniques used in the 20 patterns for modern sweaters.

New! Portuguese Style of Knitting, Andrea Wong
$27.95 Cdn, $24.95 US

The style of Portuguese knitting involves wrapping the working yarn around a pin on your shoulder for tension, allowing easy working of knit or purl stitches, and reduced hand movements. Author Andrea Wong has taught this method through her DVD and workshops, and now presents it in her first book. A history of the colour knitting of Portugal is also included, plus ten garments to practrice your new skills with.

Successful Lace Knitting, Donna Druchunas
Available July, 2010
$32.98 Cdn, $29.99 US

Designer Dorothy Reade developed a system of charting lace knitting patterns in the 1960's. Her designs and techniques are the inspiration for this book with 20 designs by todays knit designers - Evelyn Clark, Annie Modesitt, Jackie Erickson-Schweitzer and many more.

Think Outside the Sox, XRX
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

The contests that XRX sponsors over the years have inspired creative knitters everywhere to take on the challenge! This collection of 50 socks patterns will inspire all sock knitters to 'knit outside the sox'!

Toe Up, Chrissy Gardiner
$26.98 Cdn, $24.95 US

Toe-up socks give you the freedom of fitting as you go. There are 15 patterns (and they are gorgeous!) for socks, plus lots of great technical tips and info.

Toe-Up Socks for Everybody, Wendy Johnson
$24.98 Cdn, $22.95 US

Author and blogger Wendy Johnson brings us over 20 patterns for socks for all feet - men, womens and kids. Varying in stitch patterns from lace to cables, plus colourwork designs - something for everyone!