Download or read book Granny Knits written by Uri Orlev and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Knitted by Grandma written by Ruth Hearson and published by Dial. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pull the tabs and lift the flaps to see all the wacky things Grandma is knitting for the whole town. Grandma is always knitting, even when she comes to visit. With her nonstop knitting needles, she creates the wildest things: woolly wigs, penguin pullovers, heaps of hats, and even cardigans fit for a queen! Young readers will delight in wearing their own "knitted by Grandma" hat. And instructions are included for making a childrs"s wool hat, just as Grandma does.
Download or read book My Grandmother s Knitting written by Larissa Brown and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When most people think of their grandmother’s knitting, they might not immediately see the connection to a modern knitter’s life. But in My Grandmother’s Knitting, Larissa Brown shows us that nothing could be further from the truth. Many of today’s hippest and most popular knitters found their passion for knitting under the tutelage of their grandmother or another revered family member, and in this book, they share stories and patterns inspired by their memories and their gratitude. Among the 26 contributors to My Grandmother’s Knitting are STC Craft authors Wendy Bernard (Custom Knits series), Teva Durham (Loop-d-Loop series), Norah Gaughan (Knitting Nature), Joan McGowan-Michael (Knitting Lingerie Style), and Leigh Radford (AlterKnits series and One More Skein) as well as many other popular designers such as Jared Flood, Cookie A., Ysolda Teague, Anne Hanson, Kay Gardiner, and Meg Swansen. Praise for My Grandmother's Knitting: “This is a pattern book with a twist. . . . Full of useful information and easy-to-knit garments, Custom Knits 2 is a good choice for knitters looking to adapt designs and venture into designing their own garments.” —Creative Knitting Magazine “In [My Grandmother’s Knitting], Brown weaves family stories and early knitting memories of her interview subjects into poignant evidence that today’s knitters have a strong connection to the knitters who came before them.” —CraftSanity “This is a thoroughly charming book . . . A heartfelt celebration of shared creativity.” —Knitty.com "Wonderful family stories are shared by those such as Meg Swansen, Norah Gaughan, Kirsten Kapur and Kay Gardiner. The projects in this book, as you can imagine, with the star-studded lineup of designers, are a beautiful assortment of accessories and women's garments. The look and feel of this book is so inviting and beautiful, with lovely photography by Michael Crouser. In all ways, this book is a true work of art and heart." —Petite Purls
Download or read book Granny McFlitter the Champion Knitter written by Heather Haylock and published by Puffin Books. This book was released on 2018-02-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: But did Granny stop knitting? Oh no, she did not! She kept right on knitting . . . like it or not! Granny McFlitter's family have had enough of her knitting. But when a ship runs aground, spilling oil into the sea, a call goes out for small jumpers for the shivery rescued penguins. It's the moment Granny has been waiting for! A sparkling environmental story with award-winning illustrations that is sure to warm hearts and feathers.
Download or read book Grannies Inc Guide to Knitting written by Katie Mowat and published by Random House. This book was released on 2012-10-25 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it comes to knitting, who knows better than our nan? If you get tangled in a ball of wool, she's always the first person you call to help you sort your cross stitch from your cable. While recruiting for her fledgling online knitwear company, Katie Mowat swiftly realised that it was mainly older women, namely grannies, who were volunteering their services, and so Grannies Inc. was born. Since 2009 they have gone from strength to strength, and from one product (beanies), they now design and produce a whole range of knitwear. Her crack squad of 15 grannies will be contributing their 'purls' of wisdom and patterns to help the new knitting generation in this attractive book. With knitting patterns for snoods, legwarmers, slouch socks, laptop cases and beanies, you'll be cool and cosy in no time. As the grannies say, 'May your bobbin always be full.'
Download or read book Modern Crochet Sweaters written by Janine Myska and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2022-02-08 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crochet Beautiful Sweaters for Every Shape with Simple, Stunning Stitchwork Create the crochet wardrobe of your dreams with this collection of classic pieces that are effortlessly stylish. Janine Myska, the designer behind Knits ‘N Knots, has created 20 gorgeous, brand-new sweater patterns that focus on style, fit and comfort, including helpful customization tips so you can tailor each garment to your unique proportions. With Janine’s keen eye for detail, strong commitment to size diversity and clear, concise instruction, crocheters of every skill level and body type can craft the timeless sweaters they’ve always longed for. Experiment with color in the Fifty Below Color Block Pullover or Mountain Peaks striped cardigan. Bundle up in the Infinite Prairies Poncho or let your playful side show with the Champagne Glow Single-Sleeve Sweater. Dress the December Romance Sweater Dress up for a date night out or down for a casual weekend brunch—either way, you’re sure to turn heads! With chapters dedicated to closet staples, the warmest sweaters for the coldest of days and even lighter-weight projects for the year-round crocheter, every piece in this collection is sure to be a much-loved addition to your wardrobe. It has never been easier to create beautiful crochet garments that flatter your figure and suit any occasion than with Modern Crochet Sweaters.
Download or read book Chunky Knits written by Alyssarhaye Graciano and published by Page Street Publishing. This book was released on 2020-01-28 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Big, Bold, Beautiful Knits Perfect for Beginners (and Procrasti-Knitters) With big needles and oversized yarn, anyone can knit up fun, stylish patterns in a flash! Alyssarhaye Graciano, knitwear designer and founder of BlackSheepMade, filled this book with quick projects perfect for your friends, family, pets and home. Especially good for beginners, thick yarn makes it easy to see all of your stitches as you’re working. Even if you mess up, bulkier yarns make it simple to find and fix your mistakes. Experienced knitters can zip through last minute gifts (the Cascades Cowl only takes two hours!) and traditionally time-consuming large-scale projects like the extra cozy Homebody Blanket. Try your hand at arm knitting with eye-catching knits like the Hella Big Arm Knit Scarf, add a pop of color to your home with Ember’s Circle Rug or even bring some funky style to your wardrobe with cute accessories like the retro PNW Beanie or the striking Radius Hooded Cowl! With this book full of no-fail patterns and a basketful of chunky yarns, you can learn new stitches with confidence and have cool custom pieces in no time at all.
Download or read book One Piece Knits written by Margaret Hubert and published by Creative Publishing international. This book was released on 2018-05-29 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knit your sweaters in one piece—from the top down, from cuff to cuff, or from back to front—for the whole family, with minimal seaming required! Written by renowned knitting author and expert Margaret Hubert, One-Piece Knits offers charted patterns sized from toddler to adult and in multiple gauges for classic pullovers and cardigans in four styles: top-down (both raglan and yoke), side-over (from one sleeve edge to the other), and back-to-front (from back waist to front waist, then picking up stitches at the shoulders to knit the sleeves). Additional patterns for each style feature alternate stitches, simple colorwork, and neckline and sleeve variations. A helpful resources section offers guidance on basic techniques. With one-piece knits, you can knit classic sweaters for the whole family—from every direction!
Download or read book Becoming a Grandmother written by Sheila Kitzinger and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1997-12-05 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores ways in which grandmothers can find satisfaction in their new roles, have better understanding of family tensions, communicate more effectively with their daughters and daughters-in-law, and provide emotional support.
Download or read book Knitting America written by Susan Strawn and published by Voyageur Press. This book was released on 2011-05-13 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Susan has placed the history of knitting within the context of American history, so we can clearly see how knitting is intertwined with such subjects as geography, migration, politics, economics, female emancipation, and evolving social mores. She has traced how a melting pot of knitting traditions found their way into American culture via vast waves of immigration, expanded opportunity for travel, and technology.” —Melanie Falick This is the history that Knitting America celebrates. Beautifully illustrated with vintage pattern booklets, posters, postcards, black-and-white historical photographs, and contemporary color photographs of knitted pieces in private collections and in museums, this book is an exquisite view of America through the handiwork of its knitters.
Download or read book Goin home written by and published by . This book was released on 1928 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Guided by Grace written by Roma MacKinnon and published by Balboa Press. This book was released on 2022-12-19 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Roma MacKinnon was born and raised in Glasgow Scotland. She immigrated to Canada at eighteen years old. She is currently married for a second time to her best friend Ian she has three sons and four grand children. This book was inspired by personal stories from Roma’s life and her families battle with alcoholism. It is a book of lightness and darkness, truth and inspiration it is told from the heart. It is a book of help, hope and healing and a true memoir of vulnerability and grace. It is a monumental journey of courage and love, shared with family and dear friends. It has been a pleasure and a privilege to undertake this endeavor . To remember the fun and fragile memories has been both bitter and sweet. Here’s hoping you get lost in the characters and their triumphs.
Download or read book Astounding Knits written by Lela Nargi and published by Voyageur Press (MN). This book was released on 2011-04-11 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book compiles the stories, stats, and facts of the world's most amazing knits, from a handknit Ferrari on display at the British Auto Show (knitting the car took 12 miles of yarn) to the American flag knit with utility poles and cranesand everything in between (a plate of sushi; a handknit wedding, including the flowers and the cake; a cozy for a house). This will be a Guinness Book of World Records for knitters. Each entry features color photos, an explanation of how the object was made, and other interesting details, including how much yarn was used, how long it took to make, how many people contributed stitches, the project dimensions, and more.
Download or read book The Curious Room written by Angela Carter and published by Random House. This book was released on 2013-03-31 with total page 663 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Vintage Collected Edition of Angela Carter's works continues with THE CURIOUS ROOM, which contains her dramatic writings, including several previously unpublished plays and screenplays. THE CURIOUS ROOM includes a radio play about the demented Victorian painter and parricide Richard Dadd; reworkings of Puss in Boots and the Dracula story; a draft for an opera of Virginia Woolf's ORLANDO, as well as the film scripts of THE MAGIC TOYSHOP and THE COMPANY OF WOLVES. Revealing many of the enthusiasms and concerns which ignited Carter's fiction. THE CURIOUS ROOM is full of magnificent and startling new material, charged with the range and power of Carter's imagination and inventiveness.
Download or read book Help I m a Granny written by Flic Everett and published by Michael O'Mara Books. This book was released on 2015-02-19 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: But I'm too young to be a granny! An essential collection of entertaining yet handy advice for all new grandmothers.
Download or read book The Knitter s Book of Knowledge written by Debbie Bliss and published by Lark. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A knitting reference for beginners as well as experienced knitters.
Download or read book New York Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1987-01-05 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.
