{"product_id":"knitting-patterns-for-dummies-isbn-9781394162079","title":"Knitting Patterns For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePut your knitting skills into action with these fun and easy-to-follow patterns\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnitting is fun, functional, and stress-relieving—get started today with \u003ci\u003eKnitting Patterns For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e! Written for all skill levels and perfect for beginners, it\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eincludes patterns for socks, scarves, sweaters, and beyond. Add to your knitting repertoire and experiment with different textures, fun colors, and pattern shapes. You’ll love the full-color project photos in the color insert and helpful, easy-to-understand instructions for every single project. Even if you’ve never followed a written pattern before, you can knit cool stuff with the practical, modern patterns inside. This friendly guide will help you pick the right needles and yarn, step you through reading and knitting the patterns, and then finishing off your masterpieces. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSelect the supplies that are right for your projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to read a knitting pattern\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractice working common stitches and creating different textures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake gifts for friends, clothing for yourself, and cold weather wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNeed more practice? Want fun new ideas? Just getting started? All knitters welcome! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: The Nuts and Bolts (or Sticks and String) of Knitting 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: The Right Stuff: Knitting Supplies 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Gauge Your Success 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Do You Measure Up? Size Matters 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Break the Code: Reading Patterns 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: A Primer on Stitches and Color 49\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: The Simplest Stitches 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Stitches that Look Tricky but Aren’t 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Colorful Stitches 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Patterns with Rectangles and Related Shapes 99\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Rectangles to Wear 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Rectangles for the Home 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Almost Rectangles 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Patterns with Circles, Triangles, and More 167\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Knitting in Circles 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Shaping Triangles 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Putting Together Rectangles and Triangles 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Knitting Beyond Geometry Class 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 265\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Ten Things You Can Knit with that Aren’t Yarn or Needles 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Almost Ten Things You Can Do with Your Swatches 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Ten Ways to MacGyver Your Knitting 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Ten Smart Ways to Care for Your Knits 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 301\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKristi Porter\u003c\/b\u003e is a designer, technical editor, and teacher. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eKnitting for Dogs, Knitting in the Sun, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eMore Knitting in the Sun\u003c\/i\u003e, and her work has been featured in numerous other books.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStretch your knitting skills\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady to take your knitting beyond scarves and blankets? \u003ci\u003eKnitting Patterns For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eis chock full of knitting patterns — and the skills you need to complete them with confidence. These easy-to-follow instructions will have you crafting cozy sweaters, accessories, and home decor that you’ll be proud of. If you haven’t been knitting long, this friendly book will show you how to read patterns and walk you through the process from start to finish. Plus, you get full-color photos and creative tips for avoiding common knitting problems.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside… \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing needles and yarn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReading knitting patterns\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking with common stitches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreating color and texture motifs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding gauge \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaking knits that fit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCaring for completed knits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePersonalizing your projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989501722853,"sku":"NP9781394162079","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781394162079.jpg?v=1761784359","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/knitting-patterns-for-dummies-isbn-9781394162079","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}