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The Knowledgeable Knitter

Understand the Inner Workings of Knitting and Make Every Project a Success
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The Knowledgeable Knitter by Margaret Radcliffe delves into the art of knitting, combining skill, determination, and adaptability. It goes beyond basic techniques to explain why certain methods work best in particular situations. Readers will find guidance on adjusting armholes, shaping collars, substituting yarns, modifying patterns, and fixing mistakes, empowering them to be more confident and creative knitters.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for knitters of all skill levels seeking to deepen their understanding and personalise their projects with confidence.

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Demystifies and explains the "why" behind every knitting technique, from modifying necklines to fixing dropped stitches and creating sleek edges and seams. The author covers everything from how to identify a well-written pattern to evaluating schematics, revising a pattern so it fits perfectly, and making adjustments throughout a project.

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Knitting is a combination of skill, determination, and adaptability. Whether you're looking for a suitable substitute yarn, trying to modify a pattern, or fixing a mistake, Margaret Radcliffe offers proven advice that will help you solve all of your knitting quandaries.

With this definitive guide, you'll not only learn how to adjust armholes and shape collars, but why certain techniques work best in different situations. Radcliffe gives you the confidence and inspiration that will help you become a better, happier, and more confident knitter.

The Knowledgeable Knitter is your go-to resource for mastering the art of knitting with ease and expertise.

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Publishers Weekly praises the book as a "why-to" guide brimming with sage advice, intriguing tips, and thoughtful considerations, making it a must-have for knitters of all levels. Knitty.com highlights the book's depth, likening it to an extensive, detailed expansion of the minimal information usually found with a knitting pattern. Richly illustrated with clear photographs and diagrams, the book combines clarity and a friendly tone for an extraordinary and enjoyable reference.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781612120409

Publisher: Workman Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 September 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Storey Publishing LLC

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 1046g

Pages: 296

About the Author

Margaret Radcliffe is the author of The Essential Guide to Color Knitting Techniques, The Knowledgeable Knitter, and the bestsellers The Knitting Answer Book and Circular Knitting Workshop. She regularly teaches throughout the country about everything from beginner s basics to knitting design. She is particularly interested in promoting creativity and independence in all knitters and maintains the website www.maggiesrags.com.

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