Beautiful Knitting Patterns

by Gisela Klopper

"Expect regular stitchers to embrace Klöpper's compendium of 250-plus choices."-- Booklist

With the more than 250 old and new knitting patterns displayed in 300 colorful photos, knitters can make their creative fashion dreams come true. Of course, the collection includes a selection of remarkably simple, yet stunningly beautiful, knit and purl stitches. But there's much Brioche stitch patterns that result in a voluminous and very soft knit; Cable patterns for decorating rustic sweaters and jackets; Openwork and See-Through variations; traditional multi-colored and single knit Jacquard or Norwegian style; Aran and British fisherman patterns; and Rib, Lace, and Patchwork designs. Each one comes with easy to follow knitting charts, patterns, and descriptions for effortless success, and advice on needles and combining stitches.

Genres: Knitting, Nonfiction, Crafts

128 pages, Paperback

First published September 28, 2003

Reviews

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not a bad stitch dictionary, but seems a little dated I guess. I prefer the Vogue knitting stitchionary. I may use some for traveling scarves, but I don't think there are any that I *need* to swatch right now.

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gorgeous patterns! I'll buy this one for sure.

[Diane · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just what the title implies.

[Mckinley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

[Jaq · Rating 3 out of 5]

A collection of some interesting patterns. I was baffled by the brioche description though, so would suggest it's not for the beginner.

[Hope · Rating 3 out of 5]

Absolutely gorgeous patterns, but I wish that they described how to knit these in the round.