First Knits

by Luise Roberts (Author), Luise Roberts (Author), Kate Haxell (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2011

  $3.25

  If only all beginner's knitting books were as simple to use as this! Organised into three broad chapters, starting with patterns that involve knit only, moving onto knit and purl patterns and culminating in simple colour knitting, this complete resource will guide you each step of the way.

  Integrated into each pattern, step-by-step sequences are reassuring simple and will show you exactly what your knitting needles should be doing at that particular point in the pattern. The useful ready-reference foldout flaps mean you never have to let go of your knitting for a moment.

  With over 20 projects from a simple scarf to a soft rabbit, you are sure to find the perfect gift or simply create something to treasure for years to come.

  Other titles in this series include: First Card Making (9781843406143), First Beading (9781843406136) and First Crochet (9781843406129).

• Used

  Paperback
  2005

  $4.07

  If only all first knitting books were as simple to use as this! Organized into three chapters, the book starts with knit only patterns, moves onto knit and purl patterns in Chapter Two and culminates in simple colour knitting in Chapter Three. Authors Luise Roberts and Kate Haxell look over the beginner's shoulder throughout and guide them every step of the way.

  The book is carefully structured so that new techniques are learned in the Workshop sections and then put into practise in the projects. Patterns start with a simple scarf, bootees, hat and cushion, and move on to the more complex pom-pom hat and kimono jacket. The final chapter includes colour work, with designs for a beach bag and socks among others. Integrated into each pattern are step-by-step sequences, so that, for example, where the notation says, `skpo, k2tog', you'll find a reassuring two-step sequence showing exactly what your knitting needles should be doing.

  At key shaping stages, there are more photographs to show what your garment should look like at that stage. It's a great way to compare your own knitting with the teacher's, so you can ensure you are always on track. The useful ready-reference fold-out flaps mean you never have to let go of your knitting for a moment.