Knitting 101 : master basic skills and techniques easily through step-by-step instruction

Knitting 101 is written for both beginning knitters and for those who want to learn new skills. The book begins by teaching all the basics of learning to knit with step-by-step instructions and photographs. New knitting skills such as texture, shape, knitting in the round, etc, are explained in detail and reinforced by working on projects. The beginning projects are very easy but become more complex as the reader works through the book. Written by a yarn shop owner who understands how knitters learn, the book is rich in details, information and photographs making it the most comprehensive basic knitting guide available. The accompanying DVD shows how-to video illustrating all the knitting techniques presented in the book. The DVD is very useful for those how learn better by seeing a step in action as opposed to still photographs. The wide range of projects in the book includes scarves, hats, a striped rug, a leaf edged shawl, lace curtains, golf club covers, a baby bath robe and much more. Knitters of every level will enjoy making the projects. Written with the absolute beginner in mind, this book teaches all the basics for learning to knit with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Knitting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of knittingselecting yarn, needle types and sizes, other tools and accessories, knitting gauge, casting on, forming stitches, reading patternsmaking this the most comprehensive beginner's book available. The accompanying online videos include a how-to guide illustrating all the knitting techniques presented in the book. The videos are very useful for those who learn better by seeing a step in action as opposed to still photographs. " Written with the absolute beginner in mind, this book teaches all the basics for learning to knit with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Knitting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of knitting-selecting yarn, needle types and sizes, other tools and accessories, knitting gauge, casting on, forming stitches, reading patterns-making this the most comprehensive beginner's book available. The accompanying DVD includes a how-to video illustrating all the knitting techniques used to knit the projects"-- ""Beginner's guide to knitting, teaching all the basic techniques through easy projects. Includes DVD-ROM"-- "Written with the absolute beginner in mind, this book teaches all the basics for learning to knit with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Knitting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of knitting-selecting yarn, needle types and sizes, other tools and accessories, knitting gauge, casting on, forming stitches, reading patterns-making this the most comprehensive beginner's book available. The accompanying DVD includes a how-to video illustrating all the knitting techniques used to knit the projects"-- Provided by publisher

Written with the absolute beginner in mind, this book teaches all the basics for learning to knit with step-by-step instructions and photographs. Knitting skills are learned by working on projects, beginning with something very easy and getting progressively more difficult as the reader works through the book. New skills are explored in depth as they are introduced. The introductory section covers all the basics of knitting-selecting yarn, needle types and sizes, other tools and accessories, knitting gauge, casting on, forming stitches, reading patterns-making this the most comprehensive beginner's book available.

""Beginner's guide to knitting, teaching all the basic techniques through easy projects. Includes DVD-ROM"--Provided by publisher"--Provided by publisher