Vogue Knitting Quick Reference
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This is an excellent reference for new and experienced knitters.  Makes a convenient carry-along in your knitting bag.
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Knitspeak is a A to Z guide to the language of knitting patterns for knitters that gives them confidence to take on new projects.  It is designed for quick reference and sized to fit in every knitting bag.  Knitting language can be cryptic at time--a mix of abbreviations, numbers, jargon, punctuation marks, and other symbolsin which patterns are usually written.  This book is a knitter's dictionary that translates it into plain English, helping knitters to easily transition from confused to confident. Andrea Berman Prices essential guidewritten in a friendly, reassuring tone and formatted for quick referencebegins with an overview of how knitting patterns are organized. It then offers a comprehensive alphabetical listing of all the abbreviations, words, phrases, and symbols typically encountered in patterns.

Knitspeaks many easy-to-understand drawings clarify basic and not-so-basic needle techniques, and a series of sidebars deals with issues ranging from keeping track of simultaneous shaping to substituting yarns and reading a yarn label. The books appendix is filled with valuable tips, charts, and worksheets.
583649
This book was a perfect addition to my knitting library. I've been knitting for years using only one or two methods to cast on and bind off. It's nice to have alternatives. I've already used several.
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This book came in record time, and it is now one of my favorite cable knitting books. The patterns are "involved" but not so difficult that a fairly new knitter could not do some of them. There are fancy patterns and plain patters. Something for beginner to advanced knitter. Wonderful book!
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I think this book is very useful. It's not too big, it has very good information of the kind that is not usually seen in most knitting guides. The smaller size of 6.4 inches by 7.9 inches and spiral binding makes this hardback book very easy to handle and read.
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I purchased this book several weeks back from Amazon and have started knitting the "Textured Shrug" pattern. This book is a great follow-up to Ms. Japel's first book "Fitted Knits." The same eye to silhouette and fit is present here in this second book. The patterns have a retro feel, albeit with a more modern look, and I am planning on knitting several more patterns from this book. The photography and styling are impressive. The only problem that I have with this book, if you can call it a problem, is that the pattern instructions are printed on colored background, which sometimes makes it hard to read the wording. Also, please note that there are minor errors in the "Fitted Shrug" pattern. A correction has been posted in the knitting group, Ravelry. Nonetheless, this is a great book with great patterns, and I highly recommend it.
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I purchased this book for a friend who is just learning to knit.  She is teaching herself using some on-line tutoials. I wanted to get her something that she could keep by her side as a quick reference.  And, this book is it!  It has some basic information which I didn't even know about and I've been knitting for years!  A terrific little book!
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The Knitting Experience, Book 3 is the closest thing to a knitting coach, this primer on knitting describes simple approaches to choosing, using, and wearing color. Knitters move from being intimidated by the choices to being excited by the possibilities as the skill-building chapters put color into practice. Clear, step-by-step photographs lead knitters through a progression of new methods punctuated by fabulous and fun projects to knit. The 36 designs range from simple to classic to unexpected and are presented multiple times showcasing different techniques, mixing and matching to yield more than 80 total projects. With advice, tips, and techniques, this tutorial inspires learners to take their craft to the next level.
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arrived in perfect condition. I had this book before & lost it. I prefer the clear concise how to sections. I have not knitted anything from the patterns yet. helpful.
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AWESOME! EASY to read and LOTS of GREAT patterns in here! Would buy it again and have recommended this to other knitters!!!!
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I'm an avid knitter and love being challenged and have recently begun making my own original patterns and this book is a godsend. It is exactly as the title says. It's a dictionary of stitches (cable stitches to be precise). A mindblowing collection of cable patterns all in one place. I had been searching for a guide like this. It's so nice to have everything in one book. And it's so simple to use. Each cable pattern has a name, a color photo of the finished product, and the pattern written both in long hand and chart form. So whichever method of pattern reading you prefer this book has you covered.

It just lists the cable pattern so you don't have to dig through complicated sweater patterns just to pick out the section of the cable you're trying to replicate. And unlike other stitch glossaries the pictures are in color. It has a wide variety of basic cables and intricate woven/braided cables so there really is something in here for everyone. I wish I had found this book sooner! Vogue is a trusted pattern publisher and so far I haven't found any mistakes. I will definitely consider buying the other books in this series.

This is a must have for the knitter in your family.
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This is a great book for someone just learning how to knit.  Most of the projects are at a beginner level and are quick to put together.  Highly recommended.
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As the title states, this book contains 250 knitting patterns; once beginners understand the fundamentals of knitting, they could do some of these patterns easily (basic garter stitch, stockinette stitch, basic rib patterns), but other patterns are advanced cables, lace, and colorwork.  Color photos show the resulting pattern, and instructions are given in both verbiage and charts.  In addition, the instructions for each pattern recommend yarn weights and types for that particular pattern, since standard worsted (#4 weight) is not always the best for some patterns.

Back matter refreshe(s) [knitters] knowledge (169) of needle and yarn selection and care, stitch techniques, interpreting instructions in both verbiage and charts, and more.

This book, like others of its type, is for intermediate to advanced knitters who want to expand their repertoire; absolute beginners would need help from a more experienced knitter.  I see this book as an excellent resource for sampler-style throws or other things of my own design.
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A beautiful collection of many beginning lace knitting stitches.  A beautiful, hard cover volume, but strangely sized a somewhat unweildy 81/2" high and 11" wide.  The photography is definitely Vogue magazine quality, and beautiful to look at.  The patterns are nicely written, some are charted.
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This book is very helpful for new knitters. I am essentially teaching myself how to knit using this book. Love it :)
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This book has a wide range of patterns for 18inch dolls.  I found that it is essential to knit a gauge swatch, before working on a garment.  Some of the suggested yarns are hard to find in country areas.  I buy quite a lot of yarn online, having checked the swatch.  The pink dress far left on cover photo worked up very well, I am now knitting the blue and white outfit on the extreme right.  Some of the patterns are quite simple and would make good patterns for children and adults who are learning to knit.
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This is a wonderful resource to have if you are just beginning to knit! There are heaps of clear diagrams with well-written directions as well as patterns from simple to different levels. Color pictures within showing finished knitted projects to tempt you!