Garter Stitch Revival: 20 Creative Knitting Patterns Featuring the Simplest Stitch

by Interweave Editors

The simplest stitch--the most spectacular results!

Featuring a foreword from knitwear designer Holli Yeoh!

Garter stitch is the first stitch pattern we learn as knitters--and now, we celebrate the beauty and sophistication of this simple stitch with Garter Stitch Revival .

In this gorgeous collection, each project highlights garter stitch in its detail work, as a supporting role for other stitches, or as the star of the show. In projects such as Be True Fingerless Mitts and the Flapper Cloche, the beauty is in the details created with the use of the garter stitch. In the Beachcomber Braided Poncho, the Santa Monica Cardigan, and more, you'll discover how perfect the garter stitch can be for offsetting other stitch patterns. And when used as the main stitch in designs such as the Festival Halter Top and the Autumn Evening Shrug, the texture and lovely repetition result in stunning finished pieces.

Whether you've always loved the garter stitch or you're returning to an old friend, the twenty gorgeous projects in Garter Stitch Revival certainly show that it's a classic for a million beautiful reasons.

Genres: Knitting, Nonfiction, Crafts

144 pages, Paperback

Published February 7, 2017

Reviews

[Ligaya · Rating 2 out of 5]

The 20 projects in this book lean heavily into the accessories/wrap category - and I honestly don't see many of us wearing wraps/shawls unless we're at a knitting conference... A couple patterns (poncho, cowl) would really benefit from a simple schematic. That said, most of the items are basic with hints of interest to jazz things up. Great that there is a range of gauges and lots of color photographs. Some of the darker yarns make it hard to see the stitch patterns. I don't think I'll be doing anything from this book but it does show that garter stitch can be the "main star in a design."

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many of us learned to knit from mother or grandmother and in today's busy world it's nice to find a book that has patterns based on this simple garter stitch. Illustrated so you can see what your final outcome should look like with well written directions this book should keep all all levels of knitters happy. 20 patterns with 3 sections, based on the amount of garter stitch in the project. From sweaters to mittens you'll find something that catches your fancy.

[Stacy Tomaszewski · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a nice book with attractive patterns and a good presentation. The patterns aren’t really my style, though. They’re very young. For knitters who want trendy projects.

[Mckinley · Rating 2 out of 5]

None for me.

[Melanie Bee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely patterns with garter used creatively.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lovely patterns that include patterns for cowls, shawls, hat and gloves, and several really beautiful cardigans which feature garter stitch design accents.

[OneDayI'll · Rating 4 out of 5]

Everything from socks to hats and garments using garter stitches and main or as embellishments.

[Caitlin · Rating 3 out of 5]

If the patterns were as awesome as the photos, this would be something. As it was, I think the cover pattern is the only one I took away from this. The sizing for the attire was paltry.

[Kristine]

this is a quite lovely collection of patterns.