Oldhams Knitting Encyclopaedia - Unknown

Knitting is perhaps the most popular of all the creative crafts, for it is easy to learn and needs a minimum of equipment. With mastery of the two basic stitches – knit and purl – a pair of needles and a ball of wool, even a beginner can make simple articles. As skill increases, so does the desire to learn more complicated stitches and produce unusual patterns and individual colour schemes.

This book is planned for every knitter – for the beginners and those who teach them, for the experienced knitters who want to experiment with lace or traditional patterns and for the more ambitious who want to design their own garments.

The first section contains, in alphabetical order, full instructions and diagrams for all knitting stitches as well as methods of following instructions, charts for designers and fascinating historical details.

Do you know how to knit a cable or a beaded fabric… follow a chart… pick up a dropped stitch.. make exquisite lace borders? The A-Z section explains everything you need to know clearly and concisely.

The second half of the book contains instructions for 50 designs, all beautifully illustrated. These are patterns which you will want to knit again and again. They range from simple bazaar items, toys and dolls’ clothes, and classic designs for all the family, to the intricacies of Shetland lace, Aran sweaters and colour-knitting from many countries.

Knitting is a happy craft – we hope this book will increase your enjoyment and your knowledge.