With basic step-by-step knitting instructions, information on how to most effectively use a stitch dictionary, and a wealth of original stitch patterns, this book is suitable for all levels of knitters. It includes stitch patterns in five categories, from imaginative novelty stitch patterns to traditional knit designs.
Beautiful, intricate, flowing, mysterious, iconic--cable knit sweaters are all that and more. Author, knitwear designer, and teacher Leapman demystifies this perennially popular technique, guiding the reader through the process step by step in more than 20 cabled projects from simple household items to clothing, fashion accessories, and gifts.
Have you admired traditional crocheted motifs but been afraid to give them a try? Here's your chance to add this fun and deceptively simple crochet technique to your skill set. With the Beginner's Guide to Crochet Motifs by Melissa Leapman, you'll learn to make several creative motifs and incorporate them into beautiful and useful projects ranging from afghans and throws to fashion accessories. Projects include Traditional Granny Afghan, Blooming Squares Baby Afghan, Frilly Circles Scarf, Amish Hexagon Afghan, Autumn Mums Shawl, and Posies Cowl.
Knitters love to make shawls and with the easy, innovative techniques of Melissa Leapman, one of America's top knitting designers, they can create hundreds of custom shapes and looks, all from triangular wedges.
"Melissa Leapman, prolific author and knitwear designer, takes the most basic pullover sweater pattern and shows knitters how to customize it using every possible sleeve, neckline, or body shape in yarn weights from Super Fine to Bulky and from sizes XS to 4XL"--
Explore a variety of knitting techniques including intarsia, Fair Isle, mosaic, and stripes. This book offers detailed instructions and patterns, making it suitable for knitters of all skill levels. Each method is designed to enhance your creativity and expand your knitting repertoire, allowing you to create stunning and intricate designs. Perfect for those looking to elevate their knitting projects with unique styles and techniques.
Guides knitters through intarsia, stranded knitting and two-colour double knitting. This title includes 12 original projects, 200 stitch patterns and knitting and design tips and tricks.
Sweet cardigans knit with love make babies even more adorable! Knit nine quick sweaters from top down to get baby dressed up faster than ever!
Kiwi green, violet, and terracotta: they're the perfect hues for Baby's blankets. That's because modern moms are opting for a broader palette than just the traditional pastels. Melissa Leapman designed these chic/cozy baby afghans in contemporary colors, and all six designs are as practical as they are pretty. Each knits up in a hurry and will accompany Baby beyond the nursery, becoming a favorite lap robe as years go by. Now knitters everywhere can rejoice: there's no need to knit another so-so throw for the babies they know. 6 intermediate-skill afghans to knit using medium weight yarn and 29" circular needles in sizes 8 (5 mm), 9 (5.5 mm), or 10 (6 mm): Trisha, Tobey, Tyler, Tanya, Tate, and Taylor.
Accessorize your wardrobe with one-of-a-kind crocheted pieces, following these new patterns from knit designer Melissa Leapman! Sometimes, all it takes is the right accessory to pull off a great look. And if that accessory happens to be handmade by you? All the better! In this book, popular author/designer/teacher Melissa Leapman shows you how to make more than 25 fresh and beautiful crocheted accessories for women. From winter warmers like cozy hats and scarves that make a statement to all-season wardrobe builders such as one-of-a-kind jewelry, colorful handbags, and stunning shawls, Melissa Leapman's Designer Crochet Accessories has it all. The projects include something for crocheters of all levels, from beginners to intermediate and advanced knitters. Crafters of all skill levels will find a a project to keep their fingers busy. Each project offers easy-to-follow instructions, stitch diagrams using international symbols, and a clear photo to illustrate the finished piece. The back of the book also includes helpful resources such as general crochet and finishing techniques. Crocheters, just think of all those lovely handmade accessories to keep or give as gifts! Unleash your inner accessory-crocheter, and let this book guide you along.