Everything you need to know to knit like a pro! Knitting Know-How isn't just another collection of knitting techniquesit's an indispensable resource for making every stitch better! From basic knit and purl stitches to cables, lace, color knitting and garment design, you'll learn the ins and outs of improving your knitting and choosing one technique over another for the results you want. If you have ever wondered which cast-ons are suitable for socks, why you should always (always!) knit a gauge swatch, or how to fix a mis-crossed cable, this book is for you! • Discover hundreds of essential techniques, demonstrated with clear step-by-step photos and no-nonsense instructions. • Learn how your choices in technique and knitting method can make all the difference in your finished pieces. • Design your own garmentsor adjust existing patternswith clear examples and lessons that demystify the math. • Put your knowledge to work with 8 project lessons, including double-knit mittens, stranded colorwork socks and an intricately cabled Aran sweater. Are you ready to become a master knitter? Gather your yarn and needles and open this bookyour knitting will thank you!

Dorothy T. Ratigan: Techniques, Lessons and Projects for Every Knitter's Library

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Discover the joy of socks! Knitting the Perfect Pair leads you step-by-step through a variety of styles, from warm and classic to cool and fashionable. Take a walk on the wild side with fishnet stockings. Wrap your toes in the romance of lace-cuffed cable socks. Treat your feet to the ultimate comfort of cozy thrummed house socks, or dress them up in fancy Fair Isle socks or socks with funky, textured stripes. You'll find styles fit for every foot!
Knitting the Perfect Pair includes:
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<li>12 patterns ranging from the traditional to the -fashion forward, for women and men.</li>
<li>Sizing advice and construction tips for socks that fit like a glove.</li>
<li>Everything you need to know about yarn and needle selection, different cast-on and bind-off methods, heel turning and toe shaping variations, basic stitches, increasing, decreasing and graftingplus care tips for hand-knitted socks.</li>
<li>A wide variety of construction techniques and variations (ruffles, ribbing, tassels, articulated toes and more!) so you can mix and match your way to fabulously original footwear.</li>
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No need for cold feet with the easy-to-follow, detailed directions inside, even beginners can turn out results that will knock your store-bought socks off!

Knitting The Perfect Pair: Secrets To Great Socks

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