Create gorgeous sweaters, bags, afghans, and toys just by knitting the simplest of shapes—a square! No one forgets the sweet victory of completing their first knitted block, but most of us quickly move on to more complex constructions, only making swatches for guage. In this comprehensive volume, celebrated designer and innovator Nicky Epstein reimagines the humble block with 150 new patterns and masterfully demonstrates how to mix, match, and easily combine them into stunning one-of-a-kind garments and accessories. Inside you will find: <ul>
<li>150 original block patterns, from simple textures to embossed pictorials, intricate lace to cables, colorwork, double knit, and more, all with Nicky’s signature wit, verve, and style. </li>
<li>More than ten exclusive project designs that will make you say “I can’t believe that is made out of blocks!”</li>
<li>Detailed guidance for creating exciting pieces out of block knitting, without using increases or decreases.</li>
<li>Exclusive cut-and-paste project design pages. Simply cut out the printed blocks and arrange them to help create your own masterpieces.</li>
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 Blocks are quick to knit, portable pieces perfect for group and charity projects, and now not limited to just afghans! Knitting Block by Block gives you the tools to unlock a world of creative possibilities and confidently build your own design “blockbusters,” one block at a time.

Knitting Block by Block: 150 Blocks for Sweaters, Scarves, Bags, Toys, Afghans, and More

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Epstein, Nicky

Crafts & Hobbies

Potter Craft

You won’t believe what you can make with knitted circles! One circle can become a stylish hat or an adorable shrug. Two, and you have a unique handbag or cover-up. Knit more circles, and you can make show-stopping scarves, capes, sweaters, afghans—even a stunning lace dress. Only Nicky Epstein, always on the cutting edge of knitwear design, could dream up these innovative garments and accessories that all start with a simple shape. In her bestselling book Knitting Block by Block, Nicky elevated the humble block to outstanding fashion, but that was just the beginning. Now she takes on a new challenge and shows you how to make a statement with circles. Mix and match to your heart’s content with 100 circles and 20 inspiring projects that feature everything from cables to rich colorwork, delicate lace, and over-the-top embellishments in Nicky’s signature style. You’ll find step-by-step techniques on how to knit circles, both in the round and flat, plus expert guidance on customizing the projects, with unique cut-and-paste circle templates to design your own styles. With this groundbreaking book, you’ll never look at circles the same way. Once again, Nicky Epstein has outdone herself, opening up a world of creative possibilities with a gorgeous knitting reference that will have you knitting in the best of circles over and over.

Knitting in Circles: 100 Circular Patterns for Sweaters, Bags, Hats, Afghans, and More

Reference

Rethink traditional knitting with this groundbreaking collection of 25 sophisticated patterns for beautiful sweaters, jackets, and accessories from one of the most influential voices in knitwear design. Award-winning author Nicky Epstein offers knitters of all skill levels adventurous, wearable projects that showcase innovative and clever construction and garment details. From a tunic created by weaving sections of knitting to a pullover featuring braided sleeve details, these patterns all offer interesting new twists on classic handknit designs. The stitches are easy, but the eye-opening results will challenge the way knitters think about this age-old craft. Each chapter focuses on one type of treatment, including innovative shaping, weaving, and braiding, directional knitting, or cutting-edge ways to use edgings and colorwork. Distilling her more than 30 years of knit design know-how, Nicky shares all the tricks of her trade in this gorgeous volume.

Knitting Reimagined: An Innovative Approach to Structure and Shape with 25 Breathtaking Projects

This is the perfect small-project book for all knitters. Popular knitwear designer Nicky Epstein gives knitters a wide variety of fanciful and stylish hat projects to choose from. There are 25 patterns in all and tips to help readers design their own hats.

The Knit Hat Book: 25 Hats from Basic Shapes

Taunton Press

Those who know knitting know Nicky, and will welcome this book filled with her wonderfully original ideas for decorating and enhancing your home. Here are 30 tasteful designs that will fit any decor from traditional to modern, including lampshades, throws, pillows and placemats, with lots of fun embellishment techniques described.

Nicky Epstein's Knitting For Your Home: Afghans, Pillows, and Accents

Knitters of the World: The time has come to conquer your felting fears. If you follow these basic steps and helpful hints, the transformations of size, texture, and density will take you to a new knitting dimension. Nicky also includes a variety of finishing techniques for felting, including 3-dimensional shapes, floral knit appliques, cut felted appliques, cutting fringe, and much more. You're sure to become a felting fan forever! 8 felted projects to knit with medium/worsted weight wool yarn: Basket of Pears, Cutting Edge Scarf, Striped Rose Bag, Grape Pillow, Sweetheart Monogrammed Cell Phone Case, Easy Eyeglass Case, Cabled Media Case, and Dipsy Doodle Hat.

Nicky Epstein's Beginner's Guide to Felting (Leisure Arts # 4171)

UNKNO

Quirky, attractive knitted flowers, fringes, lattice edgings, and other embellishments can add style and flair to handmade knitted garments, store-bought sweaters, household items, and more. This book contains hundreds of ideas and instructions for using knitted appliques, borders, cords, embroidery, and enhancements such as fringes, tassels, pom-poms, and ties. Step-by-step instructions, line drawings, and charts present more than 350 patterns for all types of embellishments. A special section includes techniques on how to incorporate these patterns into projects. Photographs provide guidance and inspiration to novices and experts.

Nicky Epstein's Knitted Embellishments: 350 Appliques, Borders, Cords and More!

Interweave Pr

Felting adds whole new dimensions to the bags - texture, durability, cohesion, and distinctive style. This work incorporates different shapes and motifs that range from whimsical to haute couture, and presents felting hints.

Nicky Epstein's Fabulous Felted Bags: 15 Bags to Knit And Felt

Unicorn Books & Crafts

Knits for Barbie Doll: 75 Fabulous Fashions for Knitting

“Here Barbie can wear the popular styles of the 1990s: the sweater jacket, the fuzzy sleeveless shell, and the funky fur coat. Also included are 1940s and 1960s dresses and two wedding dresses....Because the instructions are clear and the photographs striking, most talented knitters will enjoy this book.”—Booklist. “Generally recommended for even the smallest public library.” —Library Journal.

Sixth&Spring Books

Crochet for Barbie Doll: 75 Delightful Creations to Crochet

An acclaimed knitwear designer offers more than 75 fabulous crochet patterns to dress Barbie in style—all invitingly illustrated in full-color. “Enticing designs that have a Sixties flair...including a camel coat, a granny striped poncho, and a gorgeous wedding gown.... Recommended for all public libraries.”—Library Journal. “Exquisite, high-style crocheted outfits....Invitingly illustrated in full color.”—Crochet World.

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