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Knitting for the Fun of It

Over 40 Projects for the Color-Loving Crafter

Frida Pontén

Knitting’s never been so colorful—or so much fun! Enter the strikingly vivid world of designer Frida Pontén, with over 40 patterns coming together in a brilliant, exciting celebration of all things handcrafted. Whether you’re seeking an airy summer jacket, a cozy poncho for cool days, a warm striped scarf, enchanting wrist warmers, or fun and funky blankets, look forward to a breathtaking collection full of endless possibilities (and a little crochet, too): play with texture, color, and pattern, and make each design your own!

136 pp • 8 x 10 • 108 color photos, 109 illustrations and diagrams 978 1 57076 882 8 • hc • $23.95 • July 2018

Favorite Scandinavian Projects to Weave

45 Stylish Designs for the Modern Home

Tina Ignell

What could be more wonderful than surrounding yourself with gorgeous handwoven textiles? Weaving them yourself! These 45 unique projects, developed and tested by professional weavers, were specially chosen for this collection from the popular Scandinavian weaving magazine Vävmagasinet. You’ll enjoy: step-by-step instructions, charts, illustrations, and color photos; featured fibers, including linen, half-linen, cottolin, wool, paper, and piassava; versatile ideas for pillows, throws, rugs, curtains, table linens, and more, all easily adjusted to suit your own individual style; and a special section on textile care and handling.

128 pp • 8 x 10 • 90 color photos, 80 charts 978 1 57076 898 9 • Now in paperback • $22.95 • August 2018

Easy Cable & Aran Knits

26 Projects with a Modern Twist

Martin Storey

If you’re ready to take the plunge into cable knitting, then this book is for you! This stunning collection features 26 beautifully traditional cable and Aran knitting patterns, with a modern twist: luxurious designs with all the delight of classic textured cable patterns and Martin Storey’s trademark contemporary appeal. This book is a must-have for your pattern stash, with a versatile range of garments from scarves, hats, and mittens to sweaters and shrugs, varying in difficulty from simple to challenging— everything you need to get you crafting eye-catching textured knits!

128 pp • 7¾ x 9½ • 88 color photos and charts 978 1 57076 897 2 • pb • $22.95 • September 2018

The Big 3 Knitting Techniques

How to Use Color, Slip Stitch, and Relief Stitch Patterns to Create Beautiful and Unique Garments

Ann-Mari Nilsson

Hats, mittens, jackets, vests—everything’s better with patterning! Ann-Mari Nilsson’s comprehensive pattern treasury covers the “big three” knitting design techniques, from easy to challenging: multi-color, slip stitch, and relief stitch. The book includes basic templates for a variety of garments; mix and match with whatever catches your eye from the library of over 80 charts for pattern knitting, and work your choice of accessory with whichever designs you like best. All patterns are shown with clear photographs and are accompaniedby easy-to-understand charts, with options suited to multiple skill levels. Your mittens have never looked better!

128 pp • 7 x 9 • 110 color photos, 79 charts, and 3 illustrations 978 1 57076 903 0 • hc • $22.95 • September 2018

Wild Mittens & Unruly Socks

22 Outrageously Unique Knitting Patterns

Lumi Karmitsa

Knitting clothes and accessories is more popular than ever, and knitters are always on the lookout for new patterns! Well, look no further: with fascinating designs, irresistible colors, and a genuine passion for handcrafting shining through every page, Lumi Karmitsa’s collection is a dream come true. Colorful animals, flowers, and lettering, in bright and easy-to-work yarns, with clear step-by-step instructions and patterns suited for a variety of skill levels—it all adds up to vivid, fun, wearable accessories anyone can make.

128 pp • 8 x 10 • 55 color photos, 10 illustrations, 82 charts 978 1 57076 899 6 • hc • $22.95 • October 2018

Beaded Wrist Warmers from Lithuania

63 Knitting Patterns in the Baltic Tradition

Irena Felomena Juškienė

Wrist warmers are stylish and versatile accessories, fun to knit and easy to wear—and they have a long, rich history. In Lithuania, beaded wrist warmers are an essential part of the traditional folk costume, with their origins in practical necessity: keeping one’s sleeve cuffs securely closed against the Baltic weather. First simply an ordinary piece of outdoor clothing, wrist warmers gradually became more and more highly decorated, worked in bright colors, stripes, patterns, and—of course—with beads. Now, Irena Felomena Juškienė brings together a collection of striking traditional Lithuanian beading designs, turning these popular and comfortable accessories into genuine works of art!

200 pp • 8 x 81/4 • 141 color photos, 63 charts, and 6 illustrations 978 1 57076 904 7 • hc • $24.95 • November 2018

Forthcoming Titles

Winter Knits from Scandinavia

24 Patterns for Hats, Mittens, and Socks

Jenny Alderbrant

There’s nothing quite as cozy as multi-color stranded knitting—and with quick, fun projects, clear instructions, and easy-to-follow diagrams, it’s also never been simpler! Knit designer Jenny Alderbrant has collected 24 of her bestloved patterns for mittens, hats, and socks, with dozens of colors and delightful motifs that’ll keep you warm all winter long. Try out time-tested classics like flowers and starry snowflakes, or get creative with cats, foxes, butterflies, and more! It’s everything you need to keep your hands happy and your toes toasty, any time of year.

112 pp • 73/4 x 83/4 • 53 color photos, 50 color charts 978 1 57076 910 8 • hc • $22.95 • December 2018

Mary Thomas’s Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches

The Classic Guide Revised by Jan Eaton

Mary Thomas & Jan Eaton

First published in 1934, Mary Thoma s ’s D ictionary of

Embroidery Stitches has long been a well-loved favorite of novice and experienced embroiderers alike! Updated by Jan Eaton, this indispensable handbook pictures and describes over 400 embroidery stitches, arranged by usage, ranging from basic outline and border stitches to more complex detached-filling and pulled-fabric stitches. This outstanding reference guide will enable all needleworkers to master the art of embroidery at every level, with clear-helpful photographs and step-by-step instructions.

208 pp • 8 x 10 • 132 color photos, 402 color diagrams 978 1 57076 921 4• Now in paperback • $29.95 • January 2019

Socks from Around Norway

Over 40 Traditional Knitting Patterns Inspired by Norwegian Folk Art Collections

Nina Granlund Sæther

Nina Granlund Sæther, author of the beloved Mittens from A round Norway, is back with an all-new guide to Norway’s hidden treasures—this time, featuring your feet! Explore centuries of Scandinavian sock-knitting history, with dozens of classic patterns and more obscure design delights drawn from the author’s in-depth knowledge of Norwegian knitting and reconstructed from carefully-researched historical sources. Beautiful photographs and easy-to-read pattern charts complete the experience, making Socks from Around N orway the ultimate handbook for any Scandinavian sock enthusiast—and a stunning compendium of Norwegian knitting tradition.

200 pp • 81/2 x 11 • 114 color & 42 b&w historical photos, 76 charts 978 1 57076 922 1 • hc • $26.95 • February 2019

Special Feature

Our Arne & Carlos Collection!

Arne & Carlos’

Favorite Designs

Greatest Hits & New Inspiration

Arne & Carlos

55 Christmas Balls to Knit

Colorful, Festive Ornaments— Tree Decorations, Centerpieces, Wreaths, Window Dressings

Arne & Carlos

Knitters, crocheters, felters—crafters from all over the world have learned to look to the dynamic
Since 2002, Scandinavian knitting sensations Arne
Scandinavian design duo Arne & Carlos for what to make next. Over 15 years and 7 uniquely beautiful instructional books, Arne & Carlos have built their brand; and now they’ve and Carlos have used their unique style sense to parlay traditional Scandinavian knitwear designs into individual patterns perfect for holiday décor. Here they gathered the “best of the best” in a single volume! 70 of their favorite techniques and patterns from their previous books and pet projects—balls, dolls, slippers, sweaters, scarves, mittens, and more—plus 15 brand-new projects, for 85 masterful designs in total. share 55 hand-stitched knits on a supersmall scale, with knitting that’s fast and fun, whatever your skill level. You’ll find step-by-step instructions, how-to tips, and full-color photos for inspiration.

140 pp • 8 x 10 ½ • 117 color photos, 86 diagrams 978 1 57076 487 5 • hc • $24.95
264 pp • 8 x 11 • 155 color photos, 134 illustrations, 53 charts 978 1 57076 881 1 • hc • $29.95

Knit-and-Crochet Garden
Norwegian Knits with a Twist

Bring a Little Outside In: 36 Projects Inspired by Flowers, Butterflies,
Socks, Sweaters, Mittens, Hats, Pillows, Blankets, and a Whole Lot More
Birds and Bees

Arne & Carlos
Arne & Carlos

Embroidery, tapestry, and knitting motifs from
Knitting sensations Arne and Carlos present 36 the south of Norway are gorgeous new patterns brilliantly reconceived that evoke the simple in this fabulously fresh joy of gardens no matter collection of knitting the season or location. projects from Arne
Hydrangeas, roses, and Carlos, who seek to pansies, and fluttering preserve tradition—with critters of all kinds are among the countryside delights

that are transformed into knit and crochet projects in this brilliant and colorful book. Arne and Carlos share their imagination and inspiration, providing a whole new set of ideas for handmade décor in their characteristic style. their own creative “twist”! Over 30 patterns promise endless delight and inspiration: sweaters, pillows, hats, cowls, mittens, wrist and leg warmers, socks, blankets, and so much more. Take a peek into a creative Neverland: Knitting with Arne and Carlos never gets old.

140 pp • 8 x 11 • 190 color photos, 28 diagrams
144 pp • 7 ¾ x 10 ½ • color photographs throughout
978 1 57076 643 5 • hc • $24.95
978 1 57076 698 5 • hc • $24.95

Make Your Own Ideabook with Arne & Carlos
Field Guide to Knitted Birds

Over 40 Handmade Projects to Liven Up
Create Handmade Art Journals

and Bound Keepsakes to Store Inspiration and Memories

Arne & Carlos

Your Roost

Arne & Carlos

Let Arne & Carlos guide you on a journey into the
A keepsake; a treasure trove;

a work of art. A source of colorful and imaginative bird kingdom! Along with inspiration; a method of

favorites like the chickadee organization; a peek inside

and barn swallow, knit the chaos and creativity of

cold-weather birds with our own minds. An ideabook

Norwegian traditional can be any one of these, or

patterns and bird-sized all, or more: a collection of memories, a way to store recipes

or patterns, a genealogical journal, a planner for a wedding or garden... The sky is the limit! With Arne and Carlos’s wit, style, and trademark handcrafting genius to guide you, learn how you can make and enjoy your own ideabooks—to celebrate, remember, or reach out for all that lies ahead. hats and scarves; make brilliant birds-of-paradise decorated with embroidery, sequins, and feathers; or spread your wings with birds featuring vintage Mexican embroidery motifs. With clear instructions, helpful diagrams, and full-color photographs, it’s easy for every knitter’s imagination to take flight!

168 pp • 7 ¾ x 10 ½ • color photographs throughout 978 1 57076 761 6 • pb • $22.95
176 pp • 8 x 11 • color photos and diagrams throughout 978 1 57076 823 1 • hc • $24.95

The Art of Lithuanian Knitting
Afghan Knits

18 Contemporary Designs for Throws, Runners, and Pillows

Martin Storey

Baby Gifts to Knit

Over 60 Sweet and Soft Patterns for Baby’s First
25 Traditional Patterns and the People, Places,and History That Inspire Them
Two Years

The Editors of Marie Claire Idées

Renowned knit designer Martin Storey is back with an all-new collection of 18 throws, runners, and pillows with his trademark contemporary flair! Modern

Donna Druchunas & June L. Hall

What a joy it is to knit for Baby’s first two years!
Lithuania is

a knitter’s
In this highly illustrated book, paradise—hand-

you’ll find over knitted garments

60 charming patterns in gentle colors and a variety of styles, all designed just for babies—including booties, undershirts, hats, coats, dresses, sweaters, blankets, pillows, and snuggly stuffed animals. With hundreds of diagrams and color photos to guide novice and expert knitters alike, it’s never been easier to delight growing families with beautiful hand-knit gifts, and pamper babies from first smile to first step! fill tourist street markets to overflowing, traditional crafts are celebrated at summer festivals and in open-air museums, and the first hint of winter turns the capital city of Vilnius into a veritable knitwear fashion show! Now, join knitting experts Donna Druchunas and June L. Hall in their journey through a fascinating and beautiful country, and discover Lithuania’s rich textile history for yourself. stripes, creative cables, lacy openwork; textured stitches, eyecatching colorways, a touch of glamour ... There’s something here to entice knitters of all skill levels into discovering the flexibility, beauty, and endless possibilities offered by these delightful allnew afghan designs.

96 pp • 73/4 x 91/2• 53 color photos, charts and diagrams 978 1 57076 862 0 • pb • $21.95
160 pp • 7 ¾ x 9 • color photos and diagrams throughout
224 pp • 9 x 11 • 237 color & b&w photos, 75 illustrations

978 1 57076 684 8 • pb • $24.95
978 1 57076 848 4• pb • $29.95

Carefree Crochet

50 Soft, Fashionable Projects That Make You Feel Good

Colorful Crochet

Over 60 Bright, Cheerful Projects for Home, Family, and Friends

The Cable Knitter’s Guide

A Complete Resource for Today’s Knitter—50 Patterns, 25 Projects, Countless Tips and Ideas

Denise Samson
May Britt Bjella Zamori
Therese Hagstedt

Welcome to textured
This vivid, creative,

  • crochet! In
  • and—of

Cables are

beautiful and

  • this lovely,
  • course—

  • eye-opening
  • colorful resource is exactly what every crocheter

needs to brighten up the home or wardrobe. With over 60 sweet designs for wearing, sharing, and living to choose from, you won’t know what to make first: the comfy cushions, bold lampshades, or cheery oven mitts? A playful hat, striking scarf, or stylish bag? Cuddly toys, cozy slippers, or brilliant Christmas decorations? It’s up to you and your hook to decide! fun to knit—but collection, if you’ve never you’ll find soft worked one before, it’s hard to know where to start!

The Cable Knitter’s Guide introduces 50 elegant

variations on the basic cable (with links provided to YouTube video demonstrations, in case you get stuck), plus a collection of 25 patterns for garments, accessories, and more using delightful, striking cable designs. Welcome to the complete book of cable knitting! and cozy crochet pieces for every season; easy-to-size projects like scarves and vests; yarns that are heavy and huggable or light and drapey. Get creative with color and yarn choice, stitch and material, and keep it carefree: with step-by-step instructions, high-quality photos, and clear, readable charts, you’ll never lose your way.

144 pp • 8 x 8 • color photos and diagrams throughout 978 1 57076 713 5 • pprovrbd• $21.95
153 pp • 8 x 10 • 139 color photos and charts throughout
180 pp • 8 x 10 • 93 color photos, 90 diagrams

978 1 57076 792 0 • hc • $24.95
978 1 57076 888 0 • hc • $24.95

Crochet for the Kitchen

Over 50 Patterns for Placemats, Potholders, Hand Towels, and Dishcloths Using Crochet and Tunisian Crochet Techniques

Tove Fevang

  • Crazy for
  • Crochet in

  • Black &
  • Crochet

70 Projects You’ll Love to Make: Hats, Slippers, Sweaters, Bags, Pillows, Blankets, Potholders, & More

White

Bold Two-Color Designs for You and Your Home

Constanze Diehl-Hupfer & Magdalena Melzer
Lilly Secilie Brandal & Bente Myhrer

A crochet hook and a few colorful balls
Bring unique

  • kitchen accessories
  • The essence

  • of crochet,
  • of yarn are all you

to life—all you need

  • need to conjure
  • captured in
  • is a crochet hook

  • up the prettiest
  • black and

and a ball of yarn! accessories and loveliest garments—for adults and children, house and home, from easy to challenging. Everything you need to get started is right here: clear, detailed guidance through the basics of crochet, dozens of helpful photographs, and patterns for every skill level, from scarves and blankets to socks and slippers, from hats and pillows to lampshades and clutches. Dive in and before you know it you’ll be crazy for crochet! white—literally! The look is modern and simple; the combination is eternally chic. Bold two-tone home décor—a geometric table runner, a touchscreen cover, a classic throw pillow—or sharp, striking accessories—wrist warmers, cowls, mittens, and bags. Play with patterns, experiment with couture detailing, and never go out of style. Includes over 50 color photos, 22 diagrams, and 50 illustrations, plus a techniques section to welcome beginners.
Inside, you’ll find step-by-step instructions for fabulous pattern ideas, featuring both traditional and modern “looks” that will suit all tastes and kitchen styles. Stripes, flowers, patchwork, lace, bobbles, ruffles, and seasonal themes combine with vibrant color and interesting texture. The result? Delightful crochet and Tunisian crochet creations that anyone can make and everyone can enjoy.

168 pp • 7 ¾ x 10 • color photos and diagrams throughout 978 1 57076 759 3 • pb • $24.95
112 pp • 8 ¾ x 9 • color photos throughout 978 1 57076 788 3 • pb • $22.95
120 pp • 8 x 11 • 183 color photos 978 1 57076 606 0 • hc • $22.95

Crocheted Baby: Hats & Booties
Crochet the Perfect Gift

Designs Just

Crocheted Gifts for Baby

30 Colorful Garments, Toys, and Must-Have Accessories for Ages 0-2

Jennifer Stiller

Over 25 Patterns for Little Heads and Toes—Newborn to 12 Months
Right for Giving and Ideas for Every Occasion

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    University of Nebraska - Lincoln DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln Textile Society of America Symposium Proceedings Textile Society of America 2018 Sanquhar Gloves: An Exemplification of Deep Local to Pan Global? Angharad Thomas [email protected] Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tsaconf Part of the Art and Materials Conservation Commons, Art Practice Commons, Fashion Design Commons, Fiber, Textile, and Weaving Arts Commons, Fine Arts Commons, and the Museum Studies Commons Thomas, Angharad, "Sanquhar Gloves: An Exemplification of Deep Local to Pan Global?" (2018). Textile Society of America Symposium Proceedings. 1116. https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tsaconf/1116 This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Textile Society of America at DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln. It has been accepted for inclusion in Textile Society of America Symposium Proceedings by an authorized administrator of DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln. Published in Textile Society of America Symposium Proceedings 2018 Presented at Vancouver, BC, Canada; September 19 – 23, 2018 https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/tsaconf/ Copyright © by the author(s). doi 10.32873/unl.dc.tsasp.0053 Sanquhar Gloves: An Exemplification of Deep Local to Pan Global? Angharad Thomas [email protected] This paper explores the idea of the Deep Local and the Pan Global, the theme of the Textile Society of America Symposium 2018, with respect to the hand knitted gloves found and still knitted in the small Scottish town of Sanquhar, in the UK. The paper begins by describing the gloves and goes on to outline the research approaches and critical framework used in the construction of the research.
  • Classes & Events Weaving Classes Crochet Classes

    Classes & Events Weaving Classes Crochet Classes

    CLASSES & EVENTS Monday – Saturday 10:00 – 5:30 March/April 2020 Thursdays 10:00-- 7:00 First Sunday of each month, 12:00—4:00 WEAVING CLASSES BEGINNING WEAVING ON A RIGID HEDDLE LOOM—This LENO LACE—This class is the perfect next step in weaving after class is a great introduction if you’ve ever been curious about the beginning class. The class project is a scarf. The technique weaving. In this class you’ll learn the basics of warping the loom involves using a pickup stick and twisting the warp threads over and weaving. You’ll complete two projects using plain weaving – one another to create beautiful lace patterns. Weaving students a striped table runner and a houndstooth scarf. Don’t worry if you MUST warp the loom before coming to class. don’t have a loom already, you can rent all the equipment from us Prerequisites: Must have completed Beginning Weaving on a for $20. If you decide you love it and want a loom of your own, Rigid Heddle Loom or equivalent. we’ll deduct the $20 from the purchase price of your loom. Looms Teacher: Julie Anne Bovenmyer need to be returned a week after your last class session. Saturday, Mar. 7, 9am-12noon, $25 Prerequisites: None Teacher: Julie Anne Bovenmyer Wednesday, Mar. 25 & Apr. 1, 1-4pm, $40 CROCHET CLASSES BEGINNING CROCHET—Learn the basics of crochet while LEARN TUNISIAN CROCHET — Have you heard of Tunisian making a beautiful sampler scarf in this two-week class. This is crochet? Also known as afghan crochet, it makes a dense and a great class for beginners and those needing a refresher.
  • Classes & Events Weaving Classes Knitting Classes

    Classes & Events Weaving Classes Knitting Classes

    CLASSES & EVENTS Monday – Saturday 10:00 – 5:30 September/October 2019 Thursdays 10:00-- 7:00 First Sunday of each month, 12:00—4:00 WEAVING CLASSES BEGINNING WEAVING ON A RIGID HEDDLE LOOM—This LOG CABIN WOVEN TABLE RUNNER OR SCARF—Log cabin class is a great introduction if you’ve ever been curious about weaving looks complex but is relatively simple to do. Let Julie weaving. In this class you’ll learn the basics of warping the loom Anne show you how to alternate your colors in both warp and weft and weaving. You’ll complete two projects using plain weaving – to create beautiful building blocks patterns to adorn your fabric. a striped table runner and a houndstooth scarf. Don’t worry if you You can choose to make either a table runner or scarf. Don’t don’t have a loom already, you can rent all the equipment from us worry if you don’t have a loom already, you can rent a loom from for $20. If you decide you love it and want a loom of your own, us for $10/week. Looms need to be returned a week after your last we’ll deduct the $20 from the purchase price of your loom. Looms class session. need to be returned a week after your last class session. Prerequisites: Must have successfully completed a beginning Prerequisites: None weaving class. Teacher: Julie Anne Bovenmyer Teacher: Julie Anne Bovenmyer Saturday, Oct. 5 & 12, 9am-12noon, $40 Wednesday, Sept. 18, 1-4pm, $25 KNITTING CLASSES **NEW KAL/CAL**— THE GREAT TEMPERATURE BLANKET ADVENTURE--- purl, bind-off and read pattern instructions.
  • 21. Fibres and Yarns for Carpets

    21. Fibres and Yarns for Carpets

    21. Fibres and Yarns for Carpets Errol Wood Learning objective On completion of this topic you should be able to: • List the key attributes of an ideal carpet fibre • Briefly outline the properties of wool that make it a good fibre for carpets • Compare the advantages and disadvantages of wool with the other major carpet fibres • Outline the raw material requirements for the various types of tufted and woven carpets • Describe the main route by which wool carpet yarn is produced • Briefly discuss the colouration options for carpets • Outline the yarn requirements and characteristics for the various types of tufted and woven carpets Key terms and concepts Wool, nylon, polypropylene, yarn blend, mainstream wools, speciality carpet wools, filler wools, woollen route, semiworsted route, dry spinning, yarn, tufting, weaving, Axminster, Wilton, face-to- face carpet, loose stock dyeing, hank dyeing, setting, yarn count, twist (singles and folding), yarn tensile properties Introduction to the topic A carpet is a textile floor covering that combines an attractive appearance with warmth, and comfort for standing, walking or reclining on. Carpets bring many diverse benefits to homes and public spaces. For example, they • add colour, texture and interest to interiors • absorb noise to create a quieter, less distracting workplace • insulate against heat loss and provide a warmer, softer surface to the touch • are slip-resistant and absorb energy, reducing breakage of falling objects and injuries when people stumble. The top layer of the carpet, which is subjected to foot traffic, is called the pile. It composed of millions of yarn segments, arranged in a compact formation as short loops or upright tufts.