Japanese Knitting: Patterns for Sweaters, Scarves and More: Knits and crochets for experienced needle crafters

by Michiyo, Gayle Roehm (Translator)

Create your own versatile wardrobe essentials with these chic new Japanese knitting patterns for apparel and accessories from cult favorite author michiyo.

A whole new world of fashionable Tokyo-style knitwear designs opens to experienced needle crafters in Japanese Knitting: Patterns for Sweaters, Scarves and More. This is the first Japanese needlework book to be translated into English. The work of renowned Japanese knitting designer michiyo is often showcased on knitting and crochet websites across the globe. Her minimalist aesthetic and textural elements make her knitwear styles polished and flattering, whether worn layered or as stand-alone pieces. With this Japanese knitting pattern book, experienced knitters and needleworkers can create a diverse collection of effortless-looking pieces ranging from a pair of soft slippers to a structured jacket.

An introduction by needlework instructor Gayle Roehm explains the Japanese techniques to readers who are trying them for the first time.

Inside, find 23 stylish patterns and instructions for:
A Nordic-style sweater
A classic raglan cardigan
A diagonal striped tunic
A "sleeve" scarf
And many more
Your wardrobe will benefit from the chic and comfortable touch of michiyo's knitwear designs in this newly-translated Japanese stitch dictionary and pattern book.

Genres: Knitting, Crafts, Nonfiction

104 pages, Paperback

Published May 15, 2018

Reviews

[Juliana · Rating 4 out of 5]

pullover E lets goooo

[June Jacobs · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book because I felt the author's designs were lovely. I also liked the fact that many of the projects are versatile in that they can be worn in more than one way. For example, Project L is both a Bolero and a Scarf. Project P is both a Vest and a Stole.

Detailed instructions and charts.

I borrowed this book from the 'New Book' shelves at our local public library.

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[Aimee Leonhard · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a perfectly fine knitting and crochet book. The patterns are pretty simple and straightforward. The disappointing part is that when I think of Japanese Knitting I think of the amazing patterns and designs of Hitomi Shida, or maybe the fun pop stuff like amigurumi or Harajuko style. This is not any of that, it is simple forms in soft colors, very zen. It's a fine book, but there are better.

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not 100% my style of knitwear, but there's a few I'd like to try. It also took me a while to figure out the instructions because western knitting patterns are very differently organized.

Also not very size inclusive and I would have to try to knit something before deciding if the patterns can be easily modified to larger sizes

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

The opening for the book warns US readers of the significant difference between Japanese pattern writing styles and English style. The patterns are simple but sophisticated. Crochet patterns are there, just not many. The photography is good. Definitely something to check out for inspiration.

[Mckinley · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing for me. Includes knitting and crochet patterns.

[Gen · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5, nice oversized patterns, but I'll still have to use some math to scale some of the sweaters

[Lori Spier · Rating 4 out of 5]

Patterns are lovely, but don’t try reading them on a kindle or tablet. You’ll go blind.

[Lydia Chiang · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book. New and challenging patterns

[Cyndi · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm very intrigued with the patterns in this book. There's a mix of knit and crochet...

Saw this on the shelf at the library and brought it home again. Still interested in a few patterns, but not enough to make them.

[Love to read · Rating 4 out of 5]

I need to make some of these!

[Annette McIntyre · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some very interesting patterns in this book

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Several things I want to make from this book
Patterns are great with some versatile options