Reviews
"A collection of 23 sumptuous patterns for the knitter who loves lace. . . . Delectable to knit, delicious to wear, this collection provides plenty for the discerning lace knitter to sink knitting needles into." -Publisher's Weekly, "The twenty-three stunning patterns in Lace Collection for Knitting will make any wearer feel as though she's on the runway every day . . . gorgeous photographs of models exhibiting the clothing and accessories give the book a sleek and chic fashion magazine feel. . . . turning the pages of this book offers an exquisite visual experience." -Foreword, Lace Collection for KnittingThe Knitter Magazine editorsFox Chapel PublishingSoft Cover $17.99 (104 pp)978-1-57421-477-5The twenty-three stunning patterns in Lace Collection for Knitting will make any wearer feel as though she's on the runway every day, whether adorned in a fitted sweater, an elegant cardigan, or a flowing shawl. The front cover does not do justice to the interior art- gorgeous photographs of models exhibiting the clothing and accessories give the book a sleek and chic fashion magazine feel. Even without the intent to pick up the knitting needles, turning the pages of this book offers an exquisite visual experience.Starting with tools and suggested yarn, each designer gives row by row directions for knitting these enchanting and dainty pieces, including the entwined cockleshell, leaf, and ruffle details. Both written intstructions and charted schematics are included, and both are equally clear and easy to follow for intermediate to advanced knitters. A list of knitting abbreviatoons at the front of the book is a helpful addition.
Synopsis
Knit beautiful lace clothing and accessories with this beautifully photographed collection of stylish projects. Some of the world's top lace designers share 23 of their best patterns. You'll learn to knit exquisite lace shawls, sweaters, cardigans, scarves, hats, gloves, and more, with row-by-row directions and charted instructions. A range of different patterns is provided for every season, along with 6 quick lace projects for beginners. Includes yarn reviews, practical advice for correcting mistakes, and the secrets of blocking lace for a perfect finish., Lace Collection for Knitting shows you how to knit exquisite lace shawls, sweaters, cardigans, scarves, hats, gloves, and more. A range of different patterns is provided for every season, with row-by-row directions and charted instructions. Whether you're a lace-knitting expert or have just always wanted to be, there's plenty to inspire you in this beautifully photographed collection of 23 stylish projects from some of the world's top lace designers., Knit beautiful lace clothing and accessories with this beautifully photographed collection of stylish projects from The Knitter, one of the UK's top needlework magazines. Twenty-three detailed patterns are provided by some of the world's top lace designers, including Tanis Gray, Annie Modesitt, Jane Sowerby, Sarah Hatton, and more. Readers will learn to knit exquisite lace shawls, sweaters, cardigans, scarves, hats, gloves, and more, with row-by-row directions and charted instructions. A range of different patterns is provided for every season, along with 6 quick lace projects for beginners. Lace Collection for Knitting also offers reviews of tried-and-tested lace yarns, practical advice for correcting mistakes, and the secrets of blocking lace for a perfect finish.