Ellen, Alison
Shaping Knitting: A Designer's Guide to Understanding Stitches
- ISBN 13:
- 9780719841354
- author:
- Ellen, Alison
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- The Crowood Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 26 x 21.5 x 2 centimetres (0.63
- Genre:
- Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Needlework & Knitting,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Shaping Knitting: A Designer's Guide to Understanding Stitches by Alison Ellen explores the intricacies of stitch structure and how different stitches work together to alter the thickness and shape of knitted fabric. This comprehensive guide is designed for both knitters and designers, encouraging exploration and experimentation to gain a deeper understanding of knitted textures, patterns, and shaping. The book delves into the reasons behind knitting in different directions, discussing the advantages of starting at various points, including the traditional bottom edge. By examining how stitches interact with each other, readers can unlock new possibilities for creating unique fabrics and garments. Whether used as a reference or as a starting point for beginners, Shaping Knitting offers a fresh approach to designing and knitting. Alison Ellen's approach allows the structure of the fabric and the three-dimensional form of the garment to emerge seamlessly together, resulting in beautifully crafted knitted pieces.
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