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A Passion for Knitting: Step-By-Step Illustrated Techniques, Easy Contemporary Patterns, and Essential Resources for Becoming Part of the Worl Paperback - 2002

by Nancy Thomas; Ilana Rabinowitz (Joint Author); Foreword by Melanie Falick

More than a how-to book, "A Passion for Knitting" introduces readers to the entire culture of knitting, with illustrated instructions for stitches and techniques so simple that they can be used without a teacher. of color photos. 50 line drawings & halftones throughout.

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The World of Knitting Right at Your Fingertips
More than a how-to book, A Passion for Knitting goes beyond teaching the craft and introduces readers to the culture of knitting. In Part I, you'll find fully illustrated instructions for learning stitches and mastering technique, presented with unprecedented clarity. They're so simple that you really can learn without a teacher. With this book in hand -- and no prior experience -- you will be able to knit a gorgeous sweater, scarf, or throw.
Next, Part II welcomes new knitters to the worldwide knitting community, exploring the myriad benefits this popular craft has to offer. This section, unique among all other guides, invites readers to Tap into the power of knitting as a means of reducing stress and expressing creativity
Meet the design "gurus" and other stars of the knitting world
Discover opportunities for fellowship and networking with other knitters in clubs, conventions, and unique cultural fiber tours to countries ranging from England to Peru
Use their knitting skills to meaningfully support charities
Learn about the fashion trends in knitting from Trisha Malcolm, editor in chief of Vogue Knitting

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The most wonderful aspect of knitting is that your actual "needs" to begin knitting are minimal.

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  • Title A Passion for Knitting: Step-By-Step Illustrated Techniques, Easy Contemporary Patterns, and Essential Resources for Becoming Part of the Worl
  • Author Nancy Thomas; Ilana Rabinowitz (Joint Author); Foreword by Melanie Falick
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition First Edition, F
  • Pages 306
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Fireside, New York
  • Date 2002-11-01
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780684870694 / 068487069X
  • Weight 1.15 lbs (0.52 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.23 x 7.48 x 0.65 in (23.44 x 19.00 x 1.65 cm)
  • Library of Congress subjects Knitting
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2002026884
  • Dewey Decimal Code 746.432

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  • Library Journal, 10/01/2002, Page 0
  • Publishers Weekly, 10/01/2002, Page 0

About the author

Nancy J. Thomas is editorial director at Lion Brand Yarn Company, the former editor of Vogue Knitting and Knitter's Magazine, the founding editor of Family Circle Knitting, and author of a nationally syndicated column called "The NeedleWorks." Nancy also coauthored Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book. She has appeared on television, including the Today show, to promote knitting and has hosted hand-knitting fashion shows around the country.
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