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About this Book

Trade Paperback

256 Pages, 8 x 7.98 x 0.62 in

August 6, 2004


0761128182
9780761128182

From the Publisher

Knitting is hot, with 4 million newcomers in the last few years joining a core group of 38,000,000 knitters nationwide. 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 Blockheads), she explains the different types of needles and yarns (and sheep, too) and all the techniques from basic to fancy, knit to purl to cast-off. She also shares her special 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 what tools to keep in your knitting bag. At the heart of the book are forty stylish patterns: Alien Scarf, Big Bad Baby Blanky, Mohair Hoodie, Kitty and Devil Hat, Cell Phone Cozy, and Wonder Woman Bikini. And for anyone interested: how to start a Stitch ''n Bitch group.

From the Jacket

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: Stockinette stitch, rib stitch, seed stitch. Increasing and decreasing. All the bells and whistles: fringes, tassels, cables, intarsia, crab stitch, and Fair Isle. Plus the stitch doctor s own special bag of tricks and how to hook up with other knitters. After the how-to comes the why-to: forty hip, stylish patterns, as good for beginners as they are for purly pros.

About the Author

Debbie Stoller is the bestselling author of the Stitch''n Bitch series of knitting books and calendars. She comes from a long line of Dutch knitters, has a Ph.D. from Yale in the psychology of women, and is the editor-in-chief of Bust magazine. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.

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  • Lynn May

    Lynn May

    Wicked! 5

    12 months ago

    Beginner to expert. I found so much info in this book. In fact I loan it to friends who are learning to know. Very hip and fun!

  • Stephanie McCarthy

    Stephanie McCarthy

    Great read for beginners or fanatics!! 5

    2 years ago

    I have recently re-taught myself how to knit and purchased this book as a basic stitch guide. I got so much more than just a how-to book! This book is hip! It is cool! It is a great read and a wonderful stitch guide with projects for every level. From scarves to cable sweaters, this is a must for all those who wish to create with sticks and wool!

  • Lori Ebbitt

    Lori Ebbitt

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    Excellent beginner's guide... 5

    4 years ago

    My mother recently re-taught me the basic knitting stitch, so I decided to pick up The Knitter's Handbook to guide me through everything else. I'm amazed at how much information is in this book...in a couple of hours I taught myself how to cast on, purl, bind off and do a few other nifty tricks. There's an abundance of info on tools, the history of the craft, tips of the trade and enough funky patterns to get you well on the way to becoming a knitter. A very modern and helpful book for… read more

  • Anonymous

    Anonymous

    A must have for ALL knitters!! 5

    4 years ago

    This book is comprehensive yet fun!! It covers all the knitting basics & then some & then throws in some funky projects for you to make. I am very impressed by the pictures, basic instructions & information about needle gauge & direction on how to correct those unavoidable knitting mistakes we all make from time to time. I would definitely reccommend this book to any fellow knitter for its wit, charm & simplicity.

  • Anonymous

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    Knitting for the next Generation 5

    4 years ago

    Debbie Stoller is bringing knitting to a whole new generation. Goodbye tea cozies and hello knitted bikinis! If you are an experienced knitter looking for some cool patterns or a beginner looking for a simple explanation of the mechanics of knitting: this book does it all. Stoller's easy to read style and sense of humor come through in this book and you will be knitting some up-to-date creations in no time.

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