Description
Book SynopsisA follow-up to "Knitting Block by Block", this book explores circular shapes that can be easily joined to create innovative and striking knitted pieces and garments. It features 80 patterns for knitted circles which can be connected to make 15 projects. Each chapter focuses on a specific technique, from basics to ornate, cables to colourwork.
Trade ReviewAbout.com Readers' Choice for Favorite Knitting Book of 2012 Winner
"Leave it to la Epstein to run rings around the rest of us. In
Knitting in Circles, the companion to
Knitting Block by Block, Epstein not only knits them (100 different disks), she also transforms them into a riot of finished objects, including the gorgeous Eternity Dress fashioned from thirty-three circles and a flounce. From the showpiece Kaleidoscope afghan and the completely wearable Rotunda cape to the unconventional but interesting Circulate cape, Epstein takes knitters on a fearless playdate with pi." --
Vogue KnittingTable of ContentsIntroduction
Notes on Gauge
Texture
Designing with Circles
Round 1: Basic Circle Shaping
Round 2: Texture and Techniques
Round 3: Lace and Points
Round 4: Colorwork
Round 5: Eclectic
Project Instructions
Stella Luna Pullover
Hemisphere Shrug and Rotunda Cape
Crystal Jacket
Spring Leaves Jacket
Brunhilda’s Whirl and Capella Cover-Up
Esther’s Hat
Illuminator Fringe Vest
Entrelac Capelet
Big Blooms Capelet
Daisy Mae Pullover
Circulate Cape
Starstruck Tunic
Rambling Reversible Cable Scarf
Circle Sampler Afghan
Le Cirque Baby Afghan
Kaleidoscope Afghan
Eternity Dress
[New Name TK] Shawl
Hoopla Bag
Cirles into Hats
Autumn Leaf Beret
Joining
Mix-and-Match Circles
Abbreviations and Techniques
Resources
Acknowledgments
Index
