Following the knitter s book of yarn, this book keeps the focus on yarn and looks specifically at sock design and techniques that make the best use of yarn. Reprinted from the knitter s book of yarn by clara parkes potter craft, clara parkes reprinted from the knitter s book of yarn by clara parkes. The next time you pick up a skein, you wont have to wonder what to do with it. How its made, who makes it, how it gets to you, and what it longs to become. All too often, the root cause of a socks triumph or failure is the yarn itself. The following errors have been discovered in the first printing of the knitters book of yarn. And its equally good for the experienced knitter who just wants to set the needles on knit and go. Feb 02, 2011 the knitters book of yarn ebook written by clara parkes. The knitters yarn selling knittingcrochet wools, patterns. Buy knitters book of yarn, the by clara parkes isbn.
Having the best knitting books on your book shelf or in your ereader library, is essential. Reprinted from the knitters book of yarn by clara parkes. That workshop was the first time that id put all of my yarn and fiber knowledge together into one place. In the knitters book of wool and the knitters book of yarn, parkes educates knitters on the ins and outs of fiber and makes minutiae inter. Size maine morning details romney wool, 40% yearling mohair, mitts stitch guide. Some make our hearts and hands sing, some get the job done without much fanfare, and some cause nothing but frustration and. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the knitters book of yarn. Overall, the knitter s book of yarn is a pretty helpful and interesting book. The knitters book of yarn breaks it down into the essentials, focusing on the most common types of fibers and how their qualities impact yarns behavior. Germantown is a perfect yarn for the beginner knitter, with the added bonus of introducing wool to her or his fiber diet. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn at. Basic designs in multiple sizes and gauges by ann budd patterns interweave books ebooks the knitters handy book of topdown sweaters.
The knitters book of yarn clara parkes cross and woods. Not only does it teach several methods of casting on, binding off, making seams, and everything else you need to successfully finish a project, it also shows you what each technique will. The yarn lover s ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetimethis title suitable for knitters who want to understand the ins and outs of sock knitting from the yarn up and create a perfect pair of socks every time. And because knitters learn best by doing, the book includes 49 patterns by knittings biggest stars, such as cat bordhi, tara jon manning, margaret klein wilson, and teva durham, designed to. Offering charts and plans for making infant through adultsized projects, this unique book provides knitters with a complete resource of more than 350 patterns for caps, tams, scarves, vests, sweaters, mittens, gloves, and socks that are written for multiple gauges to accommodate all weights of yarn from bulky to fingering. Potter craft and i, backed up by even more other people, went to great pains to make this the most perfect book possible. The knitters book of yarn the ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn book. Some make our hearts and hands sing, some get the job done without much fanfare, and some cause nothing but frustration and disappointment. Knitting guru debbie bliss packs decades of knitting expertise into this musthave knitting reference book.
Youll find classic techniques to master, timehonored patterns to try, unusual yarns to work with, museums to see, books to read, and much more. The knitters book of finishing techniques softcover yarn. The knitters book of yarn will teach you everything you need to know about yarn. The knitters book of yarn by clara parkes overdrive. How it s made, who makes it, how it gets to you, and what it longs to become. If youre new to socks, or if youre feeling rusty and in need of a refresher. The knitters book of yarn and the knitters book of wool. The best knitting books can provide guidance on a project you are tackling. Steppingstones designed by clara parkes steppingstones guide us from one place to the next. The knitters life list is a richly illustrated compilation of 1,001 experiences and adventures that devout knitters wont want to miss.
The book takes the knitter from the sheeps initial shearing to the transformation of this wool into beautiful yarn. Some make our hearts and hands sing, some get the job done without much fanfare, and some cause. Basic designs in multiple sizes and gauges, and a stack of them arrived at the shop last week. But i was first in line to borrow it when our local library got a copy and i have to say that i was wrong. Cosy up to this book and discover the joys of knitting. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn 9780307352163. Overall, the knitters book of yarn is a pretty helpful and interesting book. This is the season for multiple best books of 2011 lists, and the knitters book of socks should definitely be on those lists.
It describes in detail how each element of a yarn fiber, ply, dye, method of spinning, etc can affect your finished project. The gorgeous pair of socks that emerged from their first bath twice as long as when they went in. But as we know, perfection is often a fleeting notion. We believe in a diverse and inclusive knitting community in. The yarn lover s ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetime parkes, clara on. Oct 16, 2007 the knitters book of yarn will teach you everything you need to know about yarn. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn.
In the knitter s book of wool and the knitter s book of yarn, parkes educates knitters on the ins and outs of fiber and makes minutiae interesting. The knitter s book of yarn will teach you everything you need to know about yarn. This book is ideal for beginners and also provides boundless knowledge for experienced knitters. The yarn lovers ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetime parkes, clara on. Reprinted from the knitters book of yarn by clara parkes potter craft, clara parkes reprinted from the knitters book of yarn by clara parkes potter craft, clara parkes singleply project. My hope is that these socks will start you on your own sockknitting journey. And because knitters learn best by doing, the book includes 49 patterns by knittings biggest stars, such as cat bordhi, tara jon manning, margaret klein wilson, and teva durham, designed to highlight the qualities of each type of yarn. Apr 10, 2020 the best knitting books can provide guidance on a project you are tackling. Yarn and knitting kits order your christmas gifts now and make sure you have them on time. Here, she describes the qualities that make yarn suitable for sock knitting, explores the different types of fibers that can be used in sock yarn, and analyzes stitches and stitch patterns commonly used in sock knitting. The knitter is shown the potential of each yarn to become what it wants to be. Whether or not you knit sweaters, this book of finishing techniques is very handy.
The yarn lovers ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great. Interweave has just published a new book by ann budd, the knitters handy book of topdown sweaters. The knitter s book of knowledge, a complete guide to essential knitting techniques, by debbie bliss is a massive compendium of everything one might want to know about knitting. This 2009 hardcopy book with a dust jacket has 207 pages, almost all of which have color photos or black and white graphs.
The knitters book of yarn ebook written by clara parkes. The yarn lovers ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetimethis title suitable for knitters who want to understand the ins and outs of sock knitting from the yarn up and create a perfect pair of socks every time. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges and for a broad age group. Workshops are held regularly for all levels of knitters and crocheters. In the knitters book of socks, clara parkes shows you how to knit socks from yarn up, following the sock yarn life cycle from its foundations to its final moments on a proud foot.
A lifelong knitter, clara parkes has spent more than 10 years immersed in the world of yarn and fiber as the publisher of. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn for every knitter who has asked the question, what can i make with this yarn. The idea of the knitter s yarn came about when patricia finally retired and sold her lovely shop in kinnerton street in 2016. Standard shipping december 16th express shipping december 19th.
The ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber parkes, clara on. In the knitters book of wool and the knitters book of yarn, parkes educates knitters on the ins and outs of fiber and makes minutiae interesting. Parkes helps knitters understand how wool behaves and how particular yarns can be used in knitting. In this complete guide to wool the most popular yarn around passionate wool expert clara parkes translates the vast world of sheep and their wool into the language and context of knitting. The ultimate guide to choosing, using, and enjoying yarn by clara parkes 2007, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. The knitters book of wool brings specificity and clarity to these issues, which only makes sense, given the author. The knitters book of yarn by clara parkes patterns the knitters book of yarn. Oct 01, 2007 buy knitter s book of yarn, the by clara parkes isbn. We believe in a diverse and inclusive knitting community in which all are welcome. A frequent contributor to interweave knits and twist collective, she is also the author of the knitters book of yarn and the knitters book of wool. Even better, it explained why each element would behave that way. The knitters book of knowledge, a complete guide to essential knitting techniques, by debbie bliss is a massive compendium of everything one might want to know about knitting. Clara parkes now offers a comprehensive guide to yarns and their qualities that will help you get the results you want for every project. The book of yarn which should just be named the yarn book has it all.
Knitters book of yarn by clara parks interview by kathryn vercillo part 1. It will help you understand how different yarns behave, and how this affects your knittingwhich ultimately will help you plan and complete more successful projects. I wanted to continue to knit with the beautiful lambswool yarns that helped to make her garments so special and i am now selling lambswool no. Book s of ocks the knitters the yarn lovers ultimate guide to creating socks that fit well, feel great, and last a lifetime clara parkes author of the bestselling the knitters book of yarn and the knitters book of wool. Not only does it teach several methods of casting on, binding off, making seams, and everything else you need to successfully finish a project, it also shows you what each technique will look like when finished. Sep 08, 2015 cosy up to this book and discover the joys of knitting. The ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber. The knitters book of yarn is a beautiful book with some terrific patterns and it is the best resource book about yarn that there is.
After studying it during several quiet moments at the shop, i decided. In this complete guide to wool the most popular yarn a. The knitter s book of yarn author interview with clara parks. Here youll find the best from the archives, as well as current. The ultimate guide to understanding, using, and loving this most fabulous fiber is a mouthful of a title. It delves into the physical aspects of yarn so that you can match the best yarn to a pattern. Her search to understand if there was such a thing as good and bad yarn led to the birth of in september 2000. The idea of the knitters yarn came about when patricia finally retired and sold her lovely shop in kinnerton street in 2016. The knitters book of yarn by clara parkes books on. Michelle edwards is an author and illustrator of many awardwinning books for children, one book for adults, and nearly one hundred essays and cards for knitters. Here youll find the best from the archives, as well as current adventures.
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