Vogue® Knitting The Ultimate Knitting Book - Completely Revised & Updated

The ultimate knitting reference, from the world’s most recognized knitting magazine, gets a thorough update including 1,600 color images and brand-new sections with techniques and designs! 

 

First published in 1989, Vogue Knitting The Ultimate Knitting Book instantly became a beloved resource for knitters. The second edition, released in 2002, further cemented its place as the most trusted knitting resource. The past 15 years have seen many exciting advances in knitting, and this update encompasses them all. It features an expanded library of cast-ons, increases, decreases, and bind-offs; in-depth sections on newly favorite techniques such as brioche, entrelac, double knitting, and mosaic knitting; and design and construction chapters that go beyond just sweaters to encompass dozens of options for hats, mittens, socks, gloves, and more than 25 shawl shapes. Comprehensive chapters cover lace and cabling, and provide even more Information than before on knitters' tools, correcting errors, finishing, embellishing, and garment care to give you a masterly understanding of every stage of knitting.

With updated, revised, and fresh material throughout, 65 additional pages, and more than 1,600 photos and hand-drawn step-by-step illustrations, Vogue Knitting The Ultimate Knitting Book is surprisingly easy to navigate with thorough indexing and footnote cross-referencing. From beginners needing to learn the very basics to seasoned knitters wanting a refresher on a complex technique, every knitter will cherish this guide for years to come.

Series: Vogue Knitting

Hardcover: 352 pages

Publisher: Sixth&Spring Books; Revised edition (July 9, 2017)

Language: English

Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 1.2 x 11.5 inches

Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds

Reviews

"If you have one book on knitting - this is the one to get. Uncomplicated clean graphics, large schematic diagrams and step by step directions. Great section on knitwear design will take your next project from yarn to a professional made garment. Fantastic reference for beginners and experts."

- S. P.

"My mother taught me to knit when I was 5, so I have been knitting for decades. This is one of the best books on knitting I have ever found. It gives the basics but there are more advanced topics, too. It is a must for a baginner but advanced knitters will also learn new things. I have been wanting to create a shawl and the chapter on Desiging Shawls is exactly what I need to figure out how to create my own shawl. There is also a chapter on Desiging Accessories which is excellent."

- S. Lassy

"I've bought my wife a number of knitting books over the years. She does almost all of her pattern-finding and technique research online, but I keep thinking knitting books will make a good gift. When I read about this one, I requested it for her immediately. Sure - she's got a whole stack of knitting books she doesn't use, but this is the "ultimate knitting book." Turns out that marketing speak isn't just hype; my wife says this is the most useful knitting book she owns.

This isn't just a book of patterns; it teaches techniques. It's got written instructions as well as large illustrations. And, the topics range from beginner to quite advanced. Want to learn how to knit? This book has the basics. Been knitting for years, and want to get into pattern-making? This book has guidance for that too.

Time will tell whether my wife ever starts opening this book before searching online. But if you're going to buy one knitting book, make it this one."

- Jordan Michel

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About The Author

First published in 1932, then relaunched in 1982, Vogue Knitting have been the most trusted authority on fashion knitting, delivering expert information about knitting techniques, an insider's take on the latest trends and happenings in the knitting world and up-to-the-minute designs from the top names both in the hand-knitting industry and on Seventh Avenue. The best-selling Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book has been the go-to reference for over 30 years, and volumes such as Vogue Knitting Shawls & Wraps, Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Sock Book, and Vogue Knitting Very Easy Sweaters, have distilled their expertise for knitters of all skill levels.