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	stitch 'n bitch: the knitter's handbook Debbie Stoller It's the essential guide for chicks with sticks - from the tools of the trade to the knitty-gritty of techniques and patterns, all with easy-to-follow step-by-step illustrated techniques. Stockinette stitch, rib stitch, seed stitch. Increasing and decreasing. All the bells and whistles: fringes, tassels, cables, intarsia, crab stitch, and Fair Isle. Plus the stitch doctor's own special bag of tricks and how to hook up with other knitters. After the how-to comes the why-to: forty hip, stylish patterns, as good for beginners as they are for purly pros. 248pp click on image for contents page more on knitting & crochet Price: £10.99
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	knitting for dummies Pam Allen Wouldn't it be great to make hand-knit items for family and friends - or, even better, for yourself? Using easy-to-follow illustrations, knitting pro Pam Allen demonstrates basic knitting stitches - and then shows you how to decipher patterns, work with multiple colors, get creative, and much more! 358pp click on image for contents page more on knitting & crochet Price: £12.99
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	how to knit: the definitive knitting course Debbie Bliss Leading designer Debbie Bliss takes you, lesson by lesson, through the techniques and stitches of knitting, from casting on the first stitch to creating an intricate Fair Isle cardigan. Presented as nine workshops, each lesson builds on the skills already learned to ensure steady, confident progress. As well as teaching new skills, each workshop finishes with projects specially designed to put them into practise. The first lesson looks at materials and equipment, then takes you through most of the basic stitches and techniques. Subsequent lessons cover simple stitch patterns, Aran knitting, entrelac, and finishing and design techniques. Each lesson also presents a collection of stitches that builds into a library, and projects range from clothing for the family to cushions and a throw for the home. Packed with hundreds of colour photos and illustrations, this is an ideal how-to for beginners and a valuable reference for more experienced knitters. 160pp more on knitting & crochet Price: £12.99
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	the knitting answer book: solutions to every problem you'll ever face, answers to every question you'll ever ask Margaret Radcliffe Tangled up by your latest knitting project? If you ever wished your yarn store had a 24-hour hot-line, then help is here in the form of "The Knitting Answer Book"! Written in a goof-proof Q&A format, this invaluable reference provides on-hand advice whenever and wherever you need it. From needle sizes and yarn weights to dropped stitches, tight ribbing, chart reading and curling edges, the answer is only ever a few pages away. Clear illustrations and a handy format make this the one reference you'll want to keep tucked inside your knitting bag - although it'll never stay there for long! 400pp click on image for contents page more on knitting & crochet Price: £9.99
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	the knitter's bible: the complete handbook for creative knitters Claire Crompton The essential handbook for knitters of all skill levels. Getting Started goes back to basics, with an overview of the yarns and equipment available today. It then takes you, step-by-step, through the basics of knitting, with knit and purl, casting on and binding (casting) off, and reading patterns. Creative Options expands upon the basics with further techniques, while Exploring Choices will provide even the experienced knitter with new ideas for interesting projects. The Stitch Library will become an indispensable reference to be constantly referred to. Finally, a wide selection of Patterns and Projects, linked back to the techniques throughout the book, provide plenty opportunities to explore your developing skills and experiment with a variety of motifs to liven up any knitting. 160pp more on knitting & crochet Price: £14.99
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	simply fabulous knitting Montse Stanley Find your inner knitting goddess and discover everything a girl should know - the fabulous way! Whether you think balls of yarn are only for kittens, or you already know that 'twisted stitches' aren't the latest rock group, this fun and fabulous book is your new best friend. Just like the perfect confidante, it will share advice, tips and tricks, and be at your side to support you through new experiences, and guide you through tricky spots, from learning to cast off before that scarf hits the mile mark, to reading a knitting pattern properly (it could mean the difference between a jumper and a mini-dress!). Step by step (whether you prefer to knit in fluffy slippers or killer heels is entirely up to you) indulge in the creative possibilities of knitting and take your favourite techniques to new heights. 160pp click on image for contents page more on knitting & crochet Price: £9.99
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	yarnplay: colourful techniques and projects for the creative knitter Lisa Shobhana Mason Playing with yarn and colour adds a whole new dimension to your handknits. Each of these patterns features multiple colours used in unexpected ways to create beautiful effects. Whether you like monochromatic shades or lots and lots of stripes or two bold tones side by side, you're bound to find pieces you'll love to knit for your home, yourself, or for a special friend, baby or family member. You'll also get a handy guide to yarn, tools and notions as well as tips for playing with colour, a glossary of knitting terms, a knitting abbreviations key, a knitting needle conversion chart and a list of inspirational resources. 128pp click on image for contents page more on knitting & crochet Price: £14.99
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	crocheting for dummies Karen Manthey & Susan Brittain Whether you're a first-time crocheter or looking to expand your skills, this hands-on guide helps you choose the right tools, create basic stitches, and finish off your work. Then you'll move onto more advanced techniques and make purses, hats, sweaters and afghans. You'll also find out how to care for your crocheted items. 328pp click on image for contents page more on knitting & crochet Price: £12.99
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	stitch 'n bitch crochet: the happy hooker Debbie Stoller Debbie does crochet! Debbie Stoller, the "knitting superstar", has been leading an entire movement of hip young knitters with her "New York Times" best seller "Stitch 'n Bitch" and it's follow up "Stitch 'n Bitch Nation". But guess what? For every one knitter in the world there are three crocheters - which translates into millions of hip and crafty crocheter's ready to be happy hookers with stitch 'n bitch attitude. Written in cheeky chick style, this heavily illustrated book - featuring four-colour photographs and instructional illustrations throughout - is chock full of instruction, inspiration, and to-die-for designs, from a fishnet skullcap to a lacy evening wrap. For knitters and new crocheter's exploring the hook comes the primer, a discussion of tools, what the gauges mean, plus basic techniques and stitch patterns - including the chain stitch, picot, flowers, filet crochet, changing yarns, and finishing. 40 fabulous funky projects - and no there are no grandma's doilies! 292pp click on image for contents page more on knitting & crochet Price: £10.99
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