{"product_id":"knitty-gritty-knitting-for-the-absolute-beginner-9781789940077","title":"Knitty Gritty: Knitting for the Absolute Beginner","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn how to knit with plain-English instructions explaining how to read and follow patterns.\u003c\/b\u003e  There's a new generation of knitters out there, turning the traditional image of granny-knitters on its head. Everyone has heard of the mantra 'knitting is the new yoga', but you might not be lucky enough to have a knitting friend hanging around to show you the ropes and get you started on your very first row. The so-called 'beginners’ patterns' that you might turn to can also be confusing, difficult to follow, and more often than not written in 'knit' rather than English.  \u003ci\u003eKnitty Gritty\u003c\/i\u003e is a tried-and-tested guide for complete beginners, with simple guidance and patterns for projects that you can use to make that first all-important step 'Beyond the Scarf'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive resource is a must-have for the new generation of knitters. * Craftsman Magazine (Sept 2008) *\u003cbr\u003eThis is one of the best beginners knitting books I have ever seen. * Read Craft Newsletter, Oct-Dec 2008 *\u003cbr\u003eFull of absolute beginner-proof instructions and patterns. The must-have accessory this winter. * The Sunday Telegraph (November 2008) *\u003cbr\u003eYou'll be a whizz with the needles by the time you've finished. * Knit Today (October 2009) *\u003cbr\u003eLearn-to-knit books are a dime a dozen, but this is the best recent one we know. * www.allaboutyou.com *\u003cbr\u003eI've lost count of the number of starter knitters I've recommended this to... you will be able to make baby booties before you know it. * allaboutyou.com *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWelcome to the wonderful world of knitting Your Essential Knit-Kit How to Knit Workshop Project 1: Chunky Scarf Decreasing Workshop Sewing-up Workshop Project 2: Baby Booties Stitch Patterns Workshop Project 3: Hats Increasing Workshop Project 4: Zig-Zag Scarf Finishing Workshop Project 5: Cardigan (baby or child) Project 6: Flower Cable Stitches Project 7: Cable Bag Project 8: Lacy Wrap Project 9: Mittens Project 10: Hot Water Bottle Cover Project 11: Necktie Project 12: Fingerless Gloves Project 13: Phone Home Project 14: Manly Scarf Project 15: Girly Scarf Project 16: Little'n' Large Cushions Enjoy and Experiment Useful Notes: Conversion Charts and Abbreviations Stockists","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48868494180695,"sku":"9781789940077","price":16.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781789940077.jpg?v=1722288312","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/knitty-gritty-knitting-for-the-absolute-beginner-9781789940077","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}