FREE STITCH N BITCH HANDBOOK: INSTRUCTIONS, PATTERNS, AND ADVICE FOR A NEW GENERATION OF KNITTERS PDF Debbie Stoller | 228 pages | 03 Sep 2004 | Workman Publishing | 9780761128182 | English | New York, United States Stitch 'n Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook by Debbie Stoller | LibraryThing Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. Unlike other knitting books I bought this for the anecdotes, not the patterns. Aug 4, Stitch 'n bitch: the knitter's handbook by Debbie Stoller Starts out with the whole family knitting overseas in Holland and the author just can't get it. Finally sinks in on her trek in a train across the US and everything comes together for her. Talks of her works with organizing the group of knitters in NY. Explanation of stitches is also included and funny sounding names for projects to do yourself. Resources are also listed at the end. Fun book to listen to as the authors words are kinda down home and not foreign. It Stitch n Bitch Handbook: Instructions explains everything in such a straightforward way; I know I will be relying on it for a long time, as I stumble about trying to knit anything more complicated than a square, k4p4 washcloth. Highly recommended for all who knit, who are learning how to knit, who would like to start knitting, and to keep on hand as a reference. Critterbee Apr 16, Lots of info, lots of projects, lots of attitude. So it's a bit dated. I'm still glad to have it. And these are primarily young, creative, connected chicks with sticks who are coming together in living rooms, knitting cafes, and chic yarn stores, and making everything from funky hats to bikinis. In Stitch 'n Bitch, Debbie Stoller-founder of the first Stitch 'n Bitch knitting group in New York City-covers every aspect of knitting and the knitting-together lifestyle: the how-to, the when-to, the what-to, the why-to. Writing with wit and attitude The Knitty-Gritty, Blocking for Blockheadsshe explains the different types of needles and yarns and sheep, and Advice for a New Generation of Knitters and all the techniques from basic to fancy, knit to purl to cast-off. She also shares her Stitch n Bitch Handbook: Instructions brand of corrective surgery for when things go wrong, and offers fun and informative sidebars on such topics as how to find the best yarn for less, how to make a buttonhole, knitting etiquette, and Advice for a New Generation of Knitters what tools to keep in your knitting bag. And for anyone interested: how to start a Stitch 'n Bitch group. Basic knitted fabrics. Home Groups Talk More Zeitgeist. I Agree This site uses cookies to deliver our services, improve performance, for analytics, and if not signed in for advertising. Your use of the site and services is subject Patterns these policies and terms. Members Reviews Popularity Average rating Mentions 4, 58 2, 4. In Stitch 'n BitchDebbie Stoller-founder of the first Stitch 'n Bitch knitting group in New York City-covers every aspect of knitting and the knitting-together lifestyle: the how-to, the when-to, the what-to, the why-to. Recently added by koehnhprivate library, Silsbyfplaliphilweylyn42JSacavagepenumbrenbuffygurlInfinifinnmidkid No current Talk conversations about this book. I enjoyed reading this book. Aug 4, Stitch 'n bitch: the knitter's handbook by Debbie Stoller Starts out with the whole family knitting overseas in Holland and the author just can't get it. Critterbee Apr 16, Lots of info, lots of projects, lots of attitude. Knitting is hot, with 4 million newcomers in the last few years joining a core group of 38, knitters nationwide. RochesterKnittingGui Apr 15, Belongs to Series Stitch 'n Bitch 1. You must log in to edit Common Knowledge data. Stitch 'n Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook. 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Quick and easy tips to begin knitting | Life and style | The Guardian The Stitch 'n Bitch Handbook covers every aspect of knitting and the knitting-together lifestyle: the how-to, the when-to, the what-to and why-to. Writing with wit and attitude, Debbie Stoller explains why young women are taking up knitting in droves and covers everything you need to know to get your knit on - Patterns the tools of the trade to casting on and binding off to getting fancy - all with step-by-step illustrated techniques. Then it's time to pick up the sticks: at the heart of this book are forty stylish patterns that are as hip to wear as they are to knit, as good for beginners as they are for purly pros. New York Times:Debbie Stoller, the founder of the popular Stitch 'n Bitch knitting circles across the country, has been credited with jumpstarting the knitting rage with her popular series of Stitch 'n Bitch books. It's the essential guide for chicks with sticks-- from the tools of the trade to the knitty-gritty of techniques and patterns, all with easy-to-follow step-by-step illustrated techniques:. Convert currency. Add to Basket. Book Description Workman Publishing Company, Condition: New. Seller Inventory More information about this seller Contact this seller. Language: ENG. Book Description Workman Publishing, New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since Seller Inventory H Book Description Workman Publishing. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days. Seller Inventory B Book Description Condition: New. Bookseller Inventory ST Seller Inventory ST Language: English. Brand new Book. Seller Inventory AA Seller Inventory BTA Stoller, Debbie. Publisher: Workman Publishing This specific ISBN edition is currently not available. View all copies of this ISBN edition:. Synopsis About this title The Stitch 'n Bitch Handbook covers every aspect of knitting and the knitting-together lifestyle: the how-to, the when-to, the what-to and why-to. Review : New York Times:Debbie Stoller, the founder of the popular Stitch 'n Bitch knitting circles across the country, has been credited with jumpstarting the knitting rage with her popular series of Stitch 'n Bitch Patterns. From the Back Cover : It's Stitch n Bitch Handbook: Instructions essential Stitch n Bitch Handbook: Instructions for chicks with sticks--from the tools of the trade to the knitty-gritty of techniques and patterns, all with easy-to-follow step-by-step illustrated techniques: - Stockinette stitch, rib Patterns, seed stitch. Increasing and decreasing. All the bells and whistles: fringes, tassels, cables, intarsia, crab stitch, and Fair Isle. Buy New Learn more about this copy. About AbeBooks. Other Popular Editions of the Same Title. Search for all books with this author and title. Customers who Patterns this item also bought. Stock Image. Published by Workman Publishing Company New Paperback Patterns Available: 1. Seller Rating:. New paperback Quantity Available: 5. Published by Workman Publishing New Quantity Available: Published by Workman Publishing. New Quantity Available: 1. Speedy Hen London, United Kingdom. Published by Workman Publishing, United States New Paperback Quantity Available: Book Depository hard to find London, United Kingdom. There are more copies of this book View all search results for this book. If everything in this guide looks like gobbledegook to you, you'd better learn a bit from one of these books or websites before you attempt to work a set of needles:. Great illustrations and pictures and an easy-to-follow style of writing. There are also simple, but interesting, projects for beginners. Learn the basic and not-so-basic stitches, with colour photos. A good book for beginners, as well as those wanting to graduate from stocking and garter stitch. The alpha knitting website for advice. Learn everything from basic stitches to highly advanced stuff with videos shot from over the shoulder making and Advice for a New Generation of Knitters easy to follow. How to Knit for Beginners. Fifteen videos that go through the essential techniques: best for those who have never knitted before as the tone is a little school-teacher like. And Advice for a New Generation of Knitters your yarn! If you don't know DK from aran, ask in any wool shop; they are usually expert knitters, and will be happy to help. It's tempting to dive into a project without knitting a tension square a square of stocking stitch knitted with the needles and yarn you are going to usebut to make sure you get the right size pocket for your wristwarmer, or hat for your head, invest a bit of time doing this. If it is bigger than it should be, your knitting is too loose - either try to knit tighter, or invest in a pair of smaller needles and try again. If it's too Stitch n Bitch Handbook: Instructions, move up a needle size, or loosen your knit. Stitch markers are handy to help you keep count of how many stitches you've done, especially when you're knitting in the round.