Pocket Book of Knitting

$16.95

From best-selling author and crafting queen Claire Gelder, this gorgeous mini guide is packed full of knitting know-how, practical illustrations and three simple projects.

Perfect for complete beginners, this book breaks down everything you need to know about knitting:

how to read a ball band
how to get your tension correct
how to choose needles and yarns
how to cast on and how to read abbreviations and knitting patterns

The book is structured as a simple 3-step course that will help you progress from bronze to gold as your skills and confidence grow. Start with the basic stitches and simple joining, build up a few more stitches for your collection, then finally add in some simple shaping and some pompoms. Before you know it you’ll be knitting a garter stitch scarf, herringbone stitch blanket, and a loop stitch cushion.

Filled with affirmations, this wonderful book is a perfect introduction to knitting for a complete beginner.