Domiknitrix: Whip Your Knitting into Shape
by Jennifer Stafford
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Read in November, 2007
recommends it for:
advanced knitters, crafters seeking inspiration, badass crafters
I have flipped through this book several times, but just recently took the opportunity to sit down and read the entire thing, cover to cover. Impressive, but impossible for me. The projects are beautiful, and the tutorial section is pretty extensive. There are several warnings in the book about the difficulty of the projects, and I was wise to follow them. Even the easy projects are a bit over my head. I like to make scarves, blankets, hats, and easy things. This is a great book to read if you w...more
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Read in May, 2007
About half of the patterns look intriguing to me. The how-to photos are great. My main beef about this book is the paper stock. Who decided to use uncoated paper for a book full of dark, moody photos??? The already shadowy pictures are completely dull and the details are hard to make out at times as the flat paper sucks the life out of them. It makes me sad because I want to love this book, but I can't see it!
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Read in November, 2007
recommends it for:
knitters with a sense of humor
Stafford gives the basics and skill-upping tips that new and advanced beginner knitters need. I'm not so sure that knitting gurus would need all of the info, but if they have a wicked sense of humor, I'm sure that they could get something out of this book. I love the heart-shaped pillows that you can embroider naughty words on or the devil-horned hat that would come in handy during Halloween.
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Read in October, 2008
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knitters
I've been seriously enjoying this book, although it's not really great for a beginning knitter. I keep wanting to do patterns that are above my level and while I'm learning a lot, it's very slow going.
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Read in October, 2007
This is the same review I wrote for Pretty in Punk.
I'm comparing Pretty in Punk to Domiknitrix, because I'm using both at the same time, and they both have a similar hat (helmet style). Generally, the patterns and projects in Pretty in Punk are much, much simpler, which might make one think it's more suitable for beginners. Yet Domiknitrix offers far more in the way of hand-holding; they recommend specific cast-ons and decreases for each project, and have photos and step-by-step instructio...more
I'm comparing Pretty in Punk to Domiknitrix, because I'm using both at the same time, and they both have a similar hat (helmet style). Generally, the patterns and projects in Pretty in Punk are much, much simpler, which might make one think it's more suitable for beginners. Yet Domiknitrix offers far more in the way of hand-holding; they recommend specific cast-ons and decreases for each project, and have photos and step-by-step instructio...more
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Read in January, 2007
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knitters of all experience
This is absolutely the best knitting book I have ever read. The tutorial is outstanding, the projects range from semi-challenging to extremely challenging, and (unlike many other so-called "punk" or "new generation" knitting books out there) this one offers a wide range of patterns that one might actually wear, not just novelty items. Her advice and encouragement on knitting issues is top-notch--particularly because she advises her readers that it is they who control the ya...more
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I felt the patterns in this book were far too ambitious for an amateur pattern-follower like myself, but I appreciated the knitting tips/instruction offered in the first half of the book. I definitely adapted some of this advice into my knitting routine and it has helped me. I would consider buying it to have on hand as a reference, and for maybe one day when I feel like taking on a more difficult project. Until then, I'll continue to borrow it from the library when I need it.
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Emily says:
Though Jennifer Stafford may hurt your feelings, Domiknitrix is an indispensable guide to intermediate knitting techniques.
Though Jennifer Stafford may hurt your feelings, Domiknitrix is an indispensable guide to intermediate knitting techniques.
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Read in September, 2008
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Christa
I like the writing and patterns in this book; however, I did not find her technical descriptions very easy to understand.
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Read in June, 2008
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knitters
I learned to knit continental using this book. A little silly. But the encouragement to learn to make your own patterns off your measurements is good. Not a fabulous book, but one I will keep.
The vinyl cover reeked for weeks. And it was made in China, lord knows what nasty chemical crap it was out gassing into my home. Yuck. Had to move it outdoors into the garage to air out.
The vinyl cover reeked for weeks. And it was made in China, lord knows what nasty chemical crap it was out gassing into my home. Yuck. Had to move it outdoors into the garage to air out.
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Read in January, 2007
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Knitters and wannabe knitters
Of all the how-to-knit books, this one though it isn't strictly only a how-to book, is the most detailed. The Dom knows what she is talking about. Excellent suggestions for tools, how-to's (usually more than one), and patterns. If you were buying one book for your knitting library as a how to- I would recommend this over the Stitch and Bitch guide.
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Read in March, 2008
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freaky knitters!
Absolutely LOVE this book. Great patterns. Instructions are a little vague in places, but that might be my experience level. I'm almost done with my first project and am looking forward to more from this book and ones that this book have inspired.
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Most of the patterns are not practical, and the chart for the "skull and crossbones" is NOT numbered correctly, which makes me nervous to try any of the other patterns. When correctly numbered the skull does work out for Intarsia knitting.
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