Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

The Knitter's Bible
Learn how to knit with this essential handbook for creative knitters, from bestselling author Claire Crompton.

Whether you're an experienced knitter or a complete beginner The Knitter's Bible contains everything you need to know about knitting. With full easy-to-follow instructions for all of the knitting basics, from knit and purl stitch to casting on and binding (casting) off, as well as more advanced techniques, such as Fair Isle knitting, cables and lace knitting, and circular knitting. You will also learn how to read knitting patterns and how to adapt garment patterns for your own designs. The extensive stitch library section provides instructions for over 100 different knitting stitches and at the back of the book you will find 25 step-by-step knitting patterns for gorgeous creative projects.

Inside The Knitter's Bible :

Getting Started - go back to basics with an overview of the yarns and equipment you will need, and then learn basic knitting techniques with easy step-by-step instruction, including knit and purl stitch, casting on and binding (casting) off, and how to read knitting patterns.

Creative Options - this chapter expands on the basics with more advance, creative knitting techniques, such as Fair Isle knitting, lace and cable knitting, and circular knitting.

Exploring Choices - learn how to embellish your knitting projects with beads, smocking, tassels and cords, and knitted flowers. You will also learn about shaped knitting techniques, medallion knitting, entrelac and mitred squares.

Stitch Library - a comprehensive library of over 100 different knitting stitches, split into seven sections: knit and purl stitches; gansey patterns; texture stitches; rib stitches; cable stitches; lace stitches; and edgings. Knitting

Projects - full instructions and knitting patterns for creative projects, from scarves and mittens, to throws, cushions and knitted garments.

Table of contents provided by Syndetics

• Getting Started
• Introduction (p. 8)
• Introducing Yarns (p. 8)
• Choosing Yarns (p. 10)
• Needles and Equipment (p. 14)
• Holding the Needles (p. 16)
• Casting On (p. 17)
• Introducing Knit Stitch (p. 18)
• Binding (Casting) Off (p. 20)
• Introducing Purl Stitch (p. 21)
• Combining Knit and Purl (p. 23)
• Advanced Casting On (p. 24)
• Advanced Binding (Casting) Off (p. 25)
• Increasing Stitches (p. 26)
• Decreasing Stitches (p. 28)
• Ribs (p. 30)
• Gauge (Tension) (p. 31)
• Knit Perfect (p. 32)
• Abbreviations (p. 33)
• Creative Options
• Introduction (p. 34)
• Lace Knitting (p. 34)
• Fair Isle (p. 37)
• Cables (p. 40)
• Embossed Knitting (p. 42)
• Short Rows (p. 44)
• Twisted Stitches (p. 46)
• Intarsia (p. 47)
• Circular Knitting (p. 50)
• Exploring Choices
• Introduction (p. 52)
• Medallion Knitting (p. 52)
• Beaded Knitting (p. 54)
• Looped Knitting (p. 55)
• Entrelac (p. 56)
• Mitred Squares (p. 58)
• Fulling (p. 60)
• Smocking (p. 62)
• Reading Knitting Patterns (p. 63)
• Knitting a Garment (p. 64)
• Other Garment Details (p. 68)
• Adapting a Pattern (p. 72)
• Knitting a Patterned Garment (p. 74)
• Tassels, Fringes and Cords (p. 76)
• Edgings (p. 78)
• Buttons (p. 80)
• Flowers and Leaves (p. 82)
• Embroidery (p. 83)
• Correcting Mistakes (p. 86)
• Stitch Library
• Introduction (p. 88)
• Knit and Purl Stitches (p. 89)
• Gansey Patterns (p. 97)
• Texture Stitches (p. 101)
• Rib Stitches (p. 106)
• Cable Stitches (p. 108)
• Lace Stitches (p. 117)
• Edgings (p. 125)
• Projects
• Introduction (p. 128)
• Garter Stitch Scarf (p. 129)
• Flower Top (p. 130)
• Striped Bag (p. 131)
• Cable Throw (p. 132)
• Place Mat and Coaster (p. 133)
• Fun Children's Mittens (p. 134)
• Rib Stitch Scarf (p. 135)
• Short Row Cushion (p. 136)
• Beret (p. 137)
• Garden Plot Squares Throw (p. 138)
• Beaded Bag (p. 139)
• Sheep Toy (p. 140)
• Fair Isle Baby Blanket (p. 141)
• Scented Sachets and Cover (p. 142)
• Lace Bags (p. 143)
• Funnel Neck Sweater (p. 144)
• Lace Cardigan (p. 146)
• Baby Bootees (p. 147)
• Dainty Knitted Trims (p. 148)
• Drawstring Bags (p. 149)
• Patchwork Cushion (p. 150)
• Greetings Cards (p. 151)
• Gift Bags (p. 152)
• House Sampler (p. 153)
• Intarsia Cushion (p. 154)
• Motifs (p. 155)
• Yarn Details (p. 158)
• Suppliers (p. 159)
• Index (p. 160)