Start with big, bulky balls of yarn and fantastically fat needles; then be amazed at how quickly these stylish projects come together! This fun way to knit guarantees a sprint from start to finish—see results in just a few rows.

• Choose from 19 fresh designs for today’s fashion-conscious, and time-deprived, knitter
• Create wraps, pullovers, cardigans, and jackets in chunky, colorful yarns
• Find sections on basic knitting and finishing techniques, plus advice on customizing patterns to make projects fit just right

Binding: Paperbound

A Guide to Textured Knitting by Sara Louise Harper

Think cables are too tricky to master? Debunk that myth today! Cabling is just a series of knits and purls. If you can knit and purl, you already have the foundation for making gorgeous textured sweaters. A new knitting world will open up as soon as you learn the basics.

• Unlock the mysteries of reading stitch charts, using cable needles, swatching, and much more with this beginner-friendly guide.
  
  
• Start with the easiest stitches, and then move on to more complex techniques, one step at a time.
  
  
• Knit up starter projects like pillows, scarves, and an afghan, and then move on to gorgeous pullovers and cardigans—14 projects in all....

211 Ways to Begin and End Your Knitting by Cap Sease

Now, in one extraordinary book, have at your fingertips more than 120 ways to cast on and more than 80 ways to bind off. This beautifully organized treasury is ideal for all skills levels!

Find each technique presented with step-by-step written instructions, clear how-to illustrations, and a photo of the finished edge. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of each method, including suggestion for when to use it. Discover workhorse and specialty cast ons and bind offs for colorwork, cuffs, ruffles, fringe, lace buttonholes and more!

Binding: Hardbound with concealed wire • Size: 9 x 11 1/2

20 Fresh and Fun Designs by Nancy Queen

Whip up a sweet ensemble for a baby shower or birthday party—even if you've never crocheted before! Kids will be the hit of the party and the talk of the town in these downright adorable outfits. Easily crochet projects that fit little girls and guys from six months to four years of age.

• Features 20 pullovers, berets, rompers, pants, cardigans, and dresses
• Find step-by-step crochet basics, plus directions for making buttons and decorative edgings
• Cotton-and-acrylic yarn blends guarantee easy care

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 3/8 x 11 • Pages: 96 •...

Simple projects for Beginning Knitters by Luise Roberts and Kate Haxell

Full of stylish, easy knitted project that make perfect gifts or an attractive addition to anyone's wardrobe. Get to grips with knit, purl, lace and Fair Isle in a Workshop section, which covers everything from casting on to finishing. The best advice you can get without an experienced knitter by your side - it's the perfect introduction to the world of knitting!

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 7 1/2 x 9 3/4 • Pages: 128 • Photographs •...

Lace in the Shetland Tradition by Carol Rasmussen Noble and Margaret Leask Peterson

The wait is finally over for new lace designs from popular author Carol Rasmussen Noble! Now she’s joined by renowned Shetland Island lace expert Margaret Leask Peterson, and together they make lace knitting pure joy. This collection is worked exclusively in lace-weight and fine yarns in a palette that includes gorgeous jewel tones as well as neutrals. Knitters will find a variety of projects, including shawls, stoles, scarves, and triangles. Along with the patterns for 16 projects, the authors share a wealth of lace-making knowledge and techniques gained over decades of plying their needles.

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 1/2 x 11...

Projects for Babies by Lynda Schar

Baby is on the way—and in this delightful collection, you can welcome Baby in style with sweet clothing and accessories that are simple to knit and fun to give.

• Choose from more than 18 projects, including blankets, hats, booties, and sweaters
• Find designs specific to boys and girls, plus many projects to suit either girls or boys
• Knit up designs in sizes from newborn to 18 months; cotton and wool yarns guarantee easy cleaning

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 1/2 x 11 •...

39 Cozy Patterns for the Whole Family by Martingale

When snow and ice transform the world into a winter wonderland, knitting is the best thing ever! So get cozy with this inviting collection of 39 stunning, classic knitwear patterns, all beautifully presented.

Knit cardigans, socks, and a poncho for women, plus pullovers, hats, scarves, and more for the whole family. Find inspiration in smooth, classic yarns, neutral tones, and timeless designs; yarn weights and yardages are included. View breathtaking photography that shows the range and practicality of the projects!

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 3/8 x 10 7/8 • Pages: 112

by Charlene Schurch

Discover more patterns, more stitches, and more styles—this follow-up to the award-winning bestseller Sensational Knitted Socks presents new possibilities for knitting great socks!

• Combine the yarn, gauge, stitch pattern, and size of your choice to knit more than 1,000 variations of adult- and kid-sized socks
• Start with 11 basic designs; then try loads of different looks with an all-new stitch-pattern library
• Choose your favorite technique—use four or five double-pointed needles or two circular needles

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 3/8 x 10 7/8 • Pages:...

A Fresh Look at a Tradtitional Technique by Laura Farson

Rediscover a unique Swedish technique! The projects in these stunning photos show why twined knitting has stood the test of time. With Laura Farson's impeccable design sense and striking color combinations, this collection is truly in a class by itself.

• Learn a wonderfully versatile technique that can be mastered by confident beginners
• Produce a richly textured fabric with double strands of yarn—perfect for winter wear
• Choose from a gorgeous selection of over 20 projects, including hats, mittens, socks, purses, and a scarf

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 9 x 11 • Pages: 96 •...

Knitted Scarves Inspired by the Sea by Sheryl Thies

Find an ocean of possibilities for diving into a new knitting adventure! Distinctive scarf and shawl designs range from dainty and lacy to classic, cozy, fashion-forward, and fun.

• Choose from 25 skill-building projects such as Cockleshell Lace, Sea Foam, and Turtle Tracks
• Expand your techniques with simple yarn-over patterns, twist and crossover stitches, and fancy ribs
• Play with sea-inspired colorways in designs suited for everything from beach wear to winter wear

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 1/2 x 8 1/2 • Pages:...

16 Knitted Projects by Donna Druchunas, Celeste Pinheiro, Cheryl Potter, JoAnne Turcotte

Join four well-known knitwear designers as they guide you through successfully substituting same-weight yarns using examples from a range of yarn producers.

• Learn why "skein for skein," yarn is not always the same. Learn the ins and outs of yarn substitution and discover how style, texture, and fiber content affect results
  
  
• Explore fingering, double-knitting, worsted-weight, and bulky-weight yarns

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 3/8 x 10 7/8 • Pages: 96 •...

by Cheryl Potter

They’re called oddballs, orphans, and leftovers—those stunning but solitary skeins of yarn just waiting to be turned into treasures. What can you make with just one skein of yarn? Find loads of creative ideas in this collection of “one-skein wonders.”

• Knit hats, scarves, shawls, socks, purses, and more—over 25 projects each made from just one skein or hank of yarn
• To get started, choose a yarn with a similar yardage, weight, and fiber content as the project shown
• Find designs for all types of yarns, from lace weight to chunky and everything in between

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 3/8 x 10 7/8...

Expert advice, tip and tricks by Charlene Schurch and Beth Parrott

Love knitting socks but sometimes hit a snag? Carry this handy book in your knitting bag! Well known experts Charlene Schurch and Beth Parrot demystify all aspects of sock knitting.

Find clear instructions for both toe-up and cuff-down sock knitting. Plus, learn multiple techniques for knitting: casting on and binding off, working heels and toes, making size adjustments and more!  A convenient stitch dictionary of favorite patterns lets you find options for creating your own unique socks!

Binding: Hardbound with concealed wire • Size: 6 1/2 x 9 1/2 • Pages: 128 •...

Cotton Knits for Toddlers by Debby Ware

These adorable projects for toddlers are both easy and completely irresistible! Whimsical designs in bright, cheerful colors are a snap to knit because they're based on the simplest stitches.

• Sixteen projects include curlicue-topped hats, darling booties with animal faces, and a matching sweater and overalls set
• Made with comfy cotton yarns for easy care and long-lasting wear
• No difficult techniques required; many trims are stitched on after knitting the basic shape

Binding: Paperbound • Size: 8 x 9 • Pages: 112