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Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting: 16 Projects and Techniques to Learn to Knit with Color
If you long to knit stunning fair isle jumpers and brightly colored blankets for your home this is the perfect book. Learn all the techniques for how to start knitting with color and create really desirable projects as you learn. Choose from brightly colored stripy socks and work your way up to a patterned beanie hat and even a stunning sweater with a colorwork yoke. Even if you can only knit and purl--with this book you'll be making gorgeous colorwork accessories before you know it!
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128 pages, Paperback
Published March 19, 2019
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February 13, 2019
Another beautifully illustrated book full of colour (as it says in the title!) patterns to make. There's something for everyone in here from socks to shawls and will suit all levels. I haven't done any colour work for a long time so looking forward to trying some of the patterns
February 28, 2019
Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting by Ella Austin brings together 16 projects and techniques to learn to knit with color. The author designs patterns for magazines and yarn companies from her home in Devon, UK. The book contains knitting patterns for a scarf, blanket, socks, cushion, washcloths, bag, mitts, shawl, hats, mug cozy, tassel bunting, cowl and a wrap. Especially important for a knitter new to colorwork is the choice of colors: by hue, value and saturation. Also important for colorworking is the ability to read charts. The author covers both subjects as well as reviews basic and advanced knitting techniques. The book contains numerous photos detailing charts, techniques and finished items. This is a great introductory tool for anyone attempting to venture into colorwork. Thank you to F + W Media and NetGalley for the e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
February 14, 2019
Beginning knitters often fear colourwork knitting for several reasons. This book provides 16 different projects that introduce different colourwork techniques. From simple stripes, to jogless stripes in socks, to an entrelac shawl.
The colourwork techniques as well as materials used and basic knitting instructions are provided in well-written instructions.
I'd recommend this book for beginner to advanced knitters, since it is ia good resource book to have at hand, if you haven't done any colourwork knitting for a while.
The colourwork techniques as well as materials used and basic knitting instructions are provided in well-written instructions.
I'd recommend this book for beginner to advanced knitters, since it is ia good resource book to have at hand, if you haven't done any colourwork knitting for a while.
February 12, 2019
I’ve always loved to knit or crochet, and whilst I’m pretty good at crocheting, my knitting leaves a lot to be desired. One of the big things I struggle with is adding colour to my knitting, and finally here is a book that gives me step by step instruction on how to add colour to your work.
There are lots of projects to try and all give clear instructions on what to do. It is explains the charts used when following colour work, some look easier than others though! There are tutorials for adding a different colour in and how to weave in your ends!
I would say you do need to have a basic knowledge of how to knit as it doesn’t show you how to knit from scratch, so would say that this book is aimed from the intermediate level upwards! I can get by in knitting and looking through the patterns would just about be able to follow them. The patterns in the book are beautiful and range from washcloths to shawls and blankets – definitely something for everyone.
It is an American book, so the terminology is predominantly for the US, but it does include English sizes for needles etc., which is always useful!! A lovely book if you want to learn how to add colour into your knitting projects, if you want to brush up on your skills or if you are an accomplished knitter who just wants some different projects to do!
There are lots of projects to try and all give clear instructions on what to do. It is explains the charts used when following colour work, some look easier than others though! There are tutorials for adding a different colour in and how to weave in your ends!
I would say you do need to have a basic knowledge of how to knit as it doesn’t show you how to knit from scratch, so would say that this book is aimed from the intermediate level upwards! I can get by in knitting and looking through the patterns would just about be able to follow them. The patterns in the book are beautiful and range from washcloths to shawls and blankets – definitely something for everyone.
It is an American book, so the terminology is predominantly for the US, but it does include English sizes for needles etc., which is always useful!! A lovely book if you want to learn how to add colour into your knitting projects, if you want to brush up on your skills or if you are an accomplished knitter who just wants some different projects to do!
March 9, 2019
Many thanks to NetGalley, Ella Austin and Sewandso Publications for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are 100% my own and independent of receiving an advance copy.
At first glance there didn’t seem to be too much to this book. I have read quite a few books on colour knitting as of late and most have been disappointing. The patterns in this book were okay, some were things I liked and would want to knit, but there didn’t seem to be enough ones I liked to warrant buying the whole book. But as I started to read through I realized that Austin has done an incredible job as far as giving thorough explanations and explicit diagrams. Every detail including finishing techniques, combining different colours, creating beautiful colour patterns and intricate colour techniques are explained in such an easy and clear manner even things I already knew how to do seemed clearer and made more sense to me. The diagrams are also unique in that they show exactly what she is talking about. I’m not sure if it is just more steps or a different way of showing them, but again, even things I have been doing seemed easier to understand.
Even though there are some patterns I might not be interested in, I think I would make every pattern in the book because Austin has a step by step plan of increasing your colour work skills. Each pattern adds one more skill and I think it is worth the practice. There is an opening section describing colour, how they work together, which ones are warm or cool, different hues, etc. and to be honest, I only understood some of it. The easier concepts I understood but it got too technical or complicated for me. If I were planning my own colour work project from scratch, I would have to go back and use it as a reference to see if they worked together properly. I don’t really feel confident on that part. However, because Austin has explained how the colours work in each project, I would be more comfortable starting with colour substitutions for the patterns. She does an excellent job of combining theory with practice with lots of tutorials. There is also the prerequisite chapters on needles, stitches, reading charts and anything else that you would need in order to make any of her patterns.
I have always shied away from colour projects but I think with this book I would feel comfortable adding this technique to my knitting.
At first glance there didn’t seem to be too much to this book. I have read quite a few books on colour knitting as of late and most have been disappointing. The patterns in this book were okay, some were things I liked and would want to knit, but there didn’t seem to be enough ones I liked to warrant buying the whole book. But as I started to read through I realized that Austin has done an incredible job as far as giving thorough explanations and explicit diagrams. Every detail including finishing techniques, combining different colours, creating beautiful colour patterns and intricate colour techniques are explained in such an easy and clear manner even things I already knew how to do seemed clearer and made more sense to me. The diagrams are also unique in that they show exactly what she is talking about. I’m not sure if it is just more steps or a different way of showing them, but again, even things I have been doing seemed easier to understand.
Even though there are some patterns I might not be interested in, I think I would make every pattern in the book because Austin has a step by step plan of increasing your colour work skills. Each pattern adds one more skill and I think it is worth the practice. There is an opening section describing colour, how they work together, which ones are warm or cool, different hues, etc. and to be honest, I only understood some of it. The easier concepts I understood but it got too technical or complicated for me. If I were planning my own colour work project from scratch, I would have to go back and use it as a reference to see if they worked together properly. I don’t really feel confident on that part. However, because Austin has explained how the colours work in each project, I would be more comfortable starting with colour substitutions for the patterns. She does an excellent job of combining theory with practice with lots of tutorials. There is also the prerequisite chapters on needles, stitches, reading charts and anything else that you would need in order to make any of her patterns.
I have always shied away from colour projects but I think with this book I would feel comfortable adding this technique to my knitting.
February 26, 2019
New and seasoned knitters will enjoy the patterns and techniques in Beginner’s Guide to Colorwork Knitting. Basic patterns are included for items such as a scarf, socks, hat and reversible cowl. The key to this informative book is how to work with color and master new techniques to create beautiful knit items.
My favorite part of this book is the depth in which the author goes to ensure success with colors. If you have ever knitted with two colors that are both beautiful, yet find the finished product not pleasing to your eye, Ms. Austin gives you the tools to create the color combos you are searching for. To start, look for things in nature, art, food or honestly anything that catches your eye. I don’t know anyone that likes to swatch, but swatch the colors together and see if they are pleasing to your eye.
Easy to read info regarding hue, value, saturation will make you look at your yarn in a different light. Tidbits of information will help you create the knitted fabric you are picturing. My favorite is to take a black and white photo of your two colors to see if the combination has enough contrast to make the pattern pop. It is easy to do with your smart phone. Most of them have the option of turning your photo to black and white. On my Samsung, I just take a picture, go to edit, and then click on the icon on the bottom that shows three connected circles. It will then change the colors of the picture across the bottom of the screen and one of them is black and white. If your colors bleed into each other making it all look the same, you may want to try another swatch.
All of the patterns are written out and charted so no matter which you prefer to use, the author has you covered. The tutorials on what could be confusing instructions in other publications are perfectly clear and easy to follow. Pictures are included as well as step by step instructions to ensure your success. It is always beneficial for me to see an actual picture instead of a drawing when learning a new technique or in the tricky part of a pattern. The patterns are great, but the star of this book is colorwork and the color techniques you will learn.
Adding the new dimension of color to your knitting will make it pop in ways you may not have imagined. A simple or difficult pattern will transform with the colors you use. Armed with the information in Beginner’s Guide to Colorwork Knitting you will be creating works of art with your needles and yarn.
DISCLOSURE OF MATERIAL CONNECTION: I have a material connection because I received a review copy for free from Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Copyright © 2019 Laura Hartman.
My favorite part of this book is the depth in which the author goes to ensure success with colors. If you have ever knitted with two colors that are both beautiful, yet find the finished product not pleasing to your eye, Ms. Austin gives you the tools to create the color combos you are searching for. To start, look for things in nature, art, food or honestly anything that catches your eye. I don’t know anyone that likes to swatch, but swatch the colors together and see if they are pleasing to your eye.
Easy to read info regarding hue, value, saturation will make you look at your yarn in a different light. Tidbits of information will help you create the knitted fabric you are picturing. My favorite is to take a black and white photo of your two colors to see if the combination has enough contrast to make the pattern pop. It is easy to do with your smart phone. Most of them have the option of turning your photo to black and white. On my Samsung, I just take a picture, go to edit, and then click on the icon on the bottom that shows three connected circles. It will then change the colors of the picture across the bottom of the screen and one of them is black and white. If your colors bleed into each other making it all look the same, you may want to try another swatch.
All of the patterns are written out and charted so no matter which you prefer to use, the author has you covered. The tutorials on what could be confusing instructions in other publications are perfectly clear and easy to follow. Pictures are included as well as step by step instructions to ensure your success. It is always beneficial for me to see an actual picture instead of a drawing when learning a new technique or in the tricky part of a pattern. The patterns are great, but the star of this book is colorwork and the color techniques you will learn.
Adding the new dimension of color to your knitting will make it pop in ways you may not have imagined. A simple or difficult pattern will transform with the colors you use. Armed with the information in Beginner’s Guide to Colorwork Knitting you will be creating works of art with your needles and yarn.
DISCLOSURE OF MATERIAL CONNECTION: I have a material connection because I received a review copy for free from Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Copyright © 2019 Laura Hartman.
February 23, 2019
Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting is a comprehensive starting point for color knitting techniques: stripes, illusion knitting, slipped stitches, mosaic, stranded colorwork, intarsia, double knitting, modular knitting, and entrelac.
Colorwork starts with an overview of color itself and explanations of terms that are often heard but not as often explained: hue, value, and saturation.
There is the standard section of basic knitting information and tools needed, as well as a primer on reading charts, as needed in the patterns. The book assumes the knitter has familiarity with basic knitting skills, although pictorial instructions for techniques are given at the end to refresh your memory.
Photo tutorials are spread throughout the book, each teaching a different colorwork style or skill necessary to complete the pattern.
While the patterns aren't anything groundbreaking (I have seen a few of them before), they illustrate the styles of colorwork well and are good "first projects" to try out. One project in particular, the Thorn Stitch Shawl, stands out as something I would like to knit.
Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting is a perfect all-in-one book for those wanting to dip their knitting toe into the wide world of color.
Colorwork starts with an overview of color itself and explanations of terms that are often heard but not as often explained: hue, value, and saturation.
There is the standard section of basic knitting information and tools needed, as well as a primer on reading charts, as needed in the patterns. The book assumes the knitter has familiarity with basic knitting skills, although pictorial instructions for techniques are given at the end to refresh your memory.
Photo tutorials are spread throughout the book, each teaching a different colorwork style or skill necessary to complete the pattern.
While the patterns aren't anything groundbreaking (I have seen a few of them before), they illustrate the styles of colorwork well and are good "first projects" to try out. One project in particular, the Thorn Stitch Shawl, stands out as something I would like to knit.
Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting is a perfect all-in-one book for those wanting to dip their knitting toe into the wide world of color.
February 26, 2019
An excellent introduction to colour-work knitting. The basics are clearly explained with plenty of photographs and diagrams. Each skill is built upon with a range of interesting patterns that are suitable for beginner knitters but also interesting enough to appeal to the more advanced knitter. I have would definitely recommend this book.
I received a free review copy from the publisher in exchange for my honest unedited feedback.
I received a free review copy from the publisher in exchange for my honest unedited feedback.
July 4, 2019
Thank you F + W Media and Netgalley for this ARC.
A great book for adding more colour and fun into your knitting projects. This book has given me new enthusiasm to start try new projects and gives great instruction on how to do so.
A great book for adding more colour and fun into your knitting projects. This book has given me new enthusiasm to start try new projects and gives great instruction on how to do so.
January 11, 2021
This is a pretty good overview to colorwork knitting. Nothing super original, but the projects are nice and explanations clear. Good for beginners.
February 18, 2019
This book would be great for the knitter wanting to jump into colorwork as well as the more seasoned knitter looking to try something new. Projects begin simply with stripes, only requiring the changing of yarn to create the colorwork. As the reader progresses through the book, the difficulty of the projects increases allowing the knitter to build on their skills. Colorwork directions are written as well as charted. Other knitting skills can be built as well through the projects, such as steeking with the Steeked Mug Cozy. New skills needed are clearly illustrated in writing as well as through the accompanying photos. The 16 projects cover all the basics of colorwork including stripes, slipped stitches, stranded colorwork, intarsia, double knitting, modular knitting and entrelac along with a lesson on color theory. This is a great introduction to colorwork!
Thank you to F+W Media and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you to F+W Media and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my honest review.
February 22, 2019
This book is so helpful, from the first page about colour, to reading charts and the helpful guide on needle sizes which is often confusing depending which pattern you follow US/UK. I loved some of the knits the illusion cushion and log cabin blanket are both gorgeous, the patterns were easy to follow and the colours in the final finished projects are beautiful. It is a great guide for beginners, I also think the most experienced could use the knowledge about the colours and carry out some of these projects just because they are lovely to knit.
February 15, 2019
This book is an excellent resource for those interested in color work knitting! This comprehensive guide covers color theory to start, helping the knitter make eye pleasing color combinations. The instructions and patterns are very well written and the photos are beautiful. The author has a very encouraging way of writing that would put a nervous novice to ease and inspire them to create something beautiful from the book. This book has several offerings in a variety of different ways to add color work, including intasria, entrelac and mosaic knitting. The author even has a very comprehensive instruction on how to read a knitting chart . I would highly recommend this book to any knitter interested in adding color work to their repertoire. This is a great resource, and includes some great patterns. Thanks to #NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
February 17, 2019
I received an ARC of this book to read through NetGalley in exchange for a fair review. Beginner’s Guide To Colorwork Knitting by Ella Austin is a collection of 16 projects with a number of tutorials on the techniques used for each project that are easy to follow with beautiful pictures and clear illustrations and charts to guide the beginner in exploring colorwork knitting. Everything is clearly explained from choosing colors to stripes, stranded colour work, doubleknitting, intarsia, modularknitting and entrelac. I would recommend this book not only for beginners but also more experienced knitters looking to learn new techniques.
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Publishing date April 2, 2019 #BeginnersGuideToColorworkKnitting #FWMedia #EllaAustin
February 20, 2019
This is a great resource for all skill levels. There are easy instructions to help with the projects. I loved the pictures which help me visual my finished project. The colors add excitement to endless possibilities.
February 11, 2019
With in-depth instruction and projects for each type of colorwork, this book isn't just for beginners, it's for knitters of all levels. The book contains a section on stripes, slipped stitches, stranded colourwork, intarsia, double knitting, modular and entrelac. It teaches the proper way to read a colorwork chart, how to weave in ends in a way that they are properly hidden. There are even some standard knitting stitches as a refresher, as well as some more advanced techniques unrelated to colorwork. I have been dying to try double knitting, and this book has finally given me instructions easy enough to follow so that I can try it.
February 12, 2019
I received an advanced digital copy of this book from Netgalley.com and the publisher F+W Media, Sew and So.
Colorwork makes me a nervous wreck. I used to avoid it. Now, after reading Ms. Austin's book of techniques and patterns, I have the confidence to knit all the colorwork I want to try. Clear and concise patterns and beautiful photography that feels like you've stepped right into the author's instagram account.
Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting should become a staple of the knitter's reference library.
5 out of 5 stars. Highly recommended.
Colorwork makes me a nervous wreck. I used to avoid it. Now, after reading Ms. Austin's book of techniques and patterns, I have the confidence to knit all the colorwork I want to try. Clear and concise patterns and beautiful photography that feels like you've stepped right into the author's instagram account.
Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting should become a staple of the knitter's reference library.
5 out of 5 stars. Highly recommended.
March 8, 2019
A great book for beginners. The projects are varied and attractive, the explanations are clear and well illustrated to allow for good understanding. The tutorials for the various techniques required in the projects are simply explained but complete.
I would definitely recommend this book!
Disclaimer - I received a free digital copy courtesy of F+W Media and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I would definitely recommend this book!
Disclaimer - I received a free digital copy courtesy of F+W Media and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
March 12, 2019
Originally reviewed at West Coast Book Reviews.
If you long to knit stunning fair isle jumpers and brightly colored blankets for your home this is the perfect book. Learn all the techniques for how to start knitting with color and create really desirable projects as you learn. Choose from brightly colored stripy socks and work your way up to a patterned beanie hat and even a stunning sweater with a colorwork yoke. Even if you can only knit and purl--with this book you'll be making gorgeous colorwork accessories before you know it!
***
Liz's four rules for a knock-out knitting book:
1. Don't skimp on the pictures! Take them outside, for starters, and do it somewhere gorgeous and simple.
2. Feel with your eyes. Make sure the textures come to life. I want to feel gossamer laces between my fingers, caress the delightfully full and smooth touch of silk and the sturdy crunch of wool simply by looking.
3. Balance the pictures with a well composed layout. Keep it simple (my eyes aren't as young as they used to be.) Guide me with a grand font, keep me turning the pages, and reassure me nothing has been left out.
4. Make sure it's something I'd trash that wooden bowl thing on the coffee table for. If I'd leave it in the centre of the table for everyone who came through my door to see because I want them all to know about it, you've put together something special.
5. (I know, right!) Make me want to put confidence in my craft and pick up "real yarn" to realize everything the book has inspired in me.
Ella Austin's Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting earns points for me in all four (five) categories. I found it an indispensable resource on basic colour theory. I usually find a variegated that I a) like, and b) has a matching solid. The book gives an easy to understand why when it comes to mixing colours and tones to come up with a balanced and beautiful palette.
I also look for a knitting book that will enhance the skills and resources I already have; one which will fit in to my way of doing things without forcing me to re-write anything. I was able to enhance my understanding of steeking and double-knit with an online video, then jump back to the book to help reinforce my understanding.
A great addition to anyone's knitting library. The pictures are beautiful and the patterns are easy to read.
Thank you to Netgalley for my review copy.
If you long to knit stunning fair isle jumpers and brightly colored blankets for your home this is the perfect book. Learn all the techniques for how to start knitting with color and create really desirable projects as you learn. Choose from brightly colored stripy socks and work your way up to a patterned beanie hat and even a stunning sweater with a colorwork yoke. Even if you can only knit and purl--with this book you'll be making gorgeous colorwork accessories before you know it!
***
Liz's four rules for a knock-out knitting book:
1. Don't skimp on the pictures! Take them outside, for starters, and do it somewhere gorgeous and simple.
2. Feel with your eyes. Make sure the textures come to life. I want to feel gossamer laces between my fingers, caress the delightfully full and smooth touch of silk and the sturdy crunch of wool simply by looking.
3. Balance the pictures with a well composed layout. Keep it simple (my eyes aren't as young as they used to be.) Guide me with a grand font, keep me turning the pages, and reassure me nothing has been left out.
4. Make sure it's something I'd trash that wooden bowl thing on the coffee table for. If I'd leave it in the centre of the table for everyone who came through my door to see because I want them all to know about it, you've put together something special.
5. (I know, right!) Make me want to put confidence in my craft and pick up "real yarn" to realize everything the book has inspired in me.
Ella Austin's Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting earns points for me in all four (five) categories. I found it an indispensable resource on basic colour theory. I usually find a variegated that I a) like, and b) has a matching solid. The book gives an easy to understand why when it comes to mixing colours and tones to come up with a balanced and beautiful palette.
I also look for a knitting book that will enhance the skills and resources I already have; one which will fit in to my way of doing things without forcing me to re-write anything. I was able to enhance my understanding of steeking and double-knit with an online video, then jump back to the book to help reinforce my understanding.
A great addition to anyone's knitting library. The pictures are beautiful and the patterns are easy to read.
Thank you to Netgalley for my review copy.
April 22, 2019
Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.
Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting is a tutorial knitting guide with instructions for 16 projects which integrate color changes in the patterns for different items using different colorwork techniques. Released 19th March 2019 by Sewandso, it's 128 pages and available in ebook and paperback formats.
The book is written in an encouraging and accessible manner. There is a distinct 'you can do it' vibe throughout, which I found charming. The book's introductory chapter (about 20% of the total content), has a surprisingly comprehensive discussion of color theory. The introductory chapter does not include any instruction on how to cast on or knit, that info is provided at the back of the book in the final appendix chapter.
The tutorial project chapters are arranged very roughly in order of ascending difficulty. The first project is a striped rectangular scarf in garter stitch which shouldn't be beyond the capabilities of anyone who has learnt to cast on and knit. This would also make a good stash buster project for those of us with odds and ends of balls of yarn collected over the course of other projects.
The next projects in the section introduce shaping (chevron blanket), colorwork in the round (with a nice trick for getting 'jogless' row shifts), and carrying unused colors up the side of the work.
There are also other projects which have tutorials for slipped stitch colorwork, stranded work, intarsia, double knitting, modular knitting, and entrelac. The projects themselves are a mixed lot, with some very pretty accessories and soft furnishing included.
The lack of a visual gallery style index detracted a bit in my opinion. There is no main listing (in my eARC) of all the projects together.
Well written, very basic projects, with a good selection of techniques.
Four stars, aimed at beginning knitters or knitters looking to add a few techniques to their repertoire.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
Beginner's Guide to Colorwork Knitting is a tutorial knitting guide with instructions for 16 projects which integrate color changes in the patterns for different items using different colorwork techniques. Released 19th March 2019 by Sewandso, it's 128 pages and available in ebook and paperback formats.
The book is written in an encouraging and accessible manner. There is a distinct 'you can do it' vibe throughout, which I found charming. The book's introductory chapter (about 20% of the total content), has a surprisingly comprehensive discussion of color theory. The introductory chapter does not include any instruction on how to cast on or knit, that info is provided at the back of the book in the final appendix chapter.
The tutorial project chapters are arranged very roughly in order of ascending difficulty. The first project is a striped rectangular scarf in garter stitch which shouldn't be beyond the capabilities of anyone who has learnt to cast on and knit. This would also make a good stash buster project for those of us with odds and ends of balls of yarn collected over the course of other projects.
The next projects in the section introduce shaping (chevron blanket), colorwork in the round (with a nice trick for getting 'jogless' row shifts), and carrying unused colors up the side of the work.
There are also other projects which have tutorials for slipped stitch colorwork, stranded work, intarsia, double knitting, modular knitting, and entrelac. The projects themselves are a mixed lot, with some very pretty accessories and soft furnishing included.
The lack of a visual gallery style index detracted a bit in my opinion. There is no main listing (in my eARC) of all the projects together.
Well written, very basic projects, with a good selection of techniques.
Four stars, aimed at beginning knitters or knitters looking to add a few techniques to their repertoire.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
March 20, 2019
I wasn't sure what to expect when I got this book. It has colorwork in the title so I'm thinking Icelandic sweaters and fair-isle vests but the cover and description lead me to think something entirely different. Which it, oh so fabulously, was.
What this book actually is is a step by step beginner-level guide to working with more than one colour in knitting projects. It's amazing how beginner it actually starts. I was sitting at work the other day working on my vertices unite shawl (section A that goes on and on and on) and a colleague who is a beginner knitter asked how I got the stripes in without breaking the yarn each time. That sort of knitter is the perfect recipient for this book. It takes you from a simple striped scarf to an Entrelac wrap and gives you enough instructions that I have no doubt that if you started at the beginning of the book as a beginning knitter you could confidently gain the skills you need by the end of the book. Hell, it even shows you how to make a pompom.
This book combined with some balls of colourful wool would make an excellent gift for a beginning knitter. And at the price it's currently listed for as an ebook it's excellent value for money, particularly how it steps you through the basics that can make or break a knitting project.
This book was provided to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Any opinions are 100% my own and not swayed by receiving an arc. Basically, if it sucked I'd tell you so.
What this book actually is is a step by step beginner-level guide to working with more than one colour in knitting projects. It's amazing how beginner it actually starts. I was sitting at work the other day working on my vertices unite shawl (section A that goes on and on and on) and a colleague who is a beginner knitter asked how I got the stripes in without breaking the yarn each time. That sort of knitter is the perfect recipient for this book. It takes you from a simple striped scarf to an Entrelac wrap and gives you enough instructions that I have no doubt that if you started at the beginning of the book as a beginning knitter you could confidently gain the skills you need by the end of the book. Hell, it even shows you how to make a pompom.
This book combined with some balls of colourful wool would make an excellent gift for a beginning knitter. And at the price it's currently listed for as an ebook it's excellent value for money, particularly how it steps you through the basics that can make or break a knitting project.
This book was provided to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Any opinions are 100% my own and not swayed by receiving an arc. Basically, if it sucked I'd tell you so.
March 11, 2019
This book explains all the techniques of colorwork knitting AND has 16 wonderful patterns. There are very clear directions with lots of diagrams showing the work process. Each of the projects has one or more tutorials on how to do a particular technique needed for the project. Many of the projects are relatively small (washcloths, hats, mug cozy, cowl, mitts) so that you can complete it in a short time while trying out a new technique. There are clear directions for cast on, cast off, Kitchener stitch, increasing and decreasing stitches, double knitting, intarsia, pom poms, tassels, etcetera, making it a very useful reference book in addition to the great patterns.
I thank F&W Media and Netgalley for allowing me to read this book to write an honest review.
I thank F&W Media and Netgalley for allowing me to read this book to write an honest review.
March 1, 2019
This book will be a great addition to your craft library. It is beautifully illustrated with simple directions for a wide variety of projects that involve colorwork knitting. There are 16 projects with various skill levels. From socks to hats to sweaters you'll find something that will appeal to you even if you know only basic knitting. It gives very good instructions for chart reading, important for colorwork projects. Ella Austin gives the reader the confidence to start a colorwork project. I received a copy of this ARC in exchange for a fair and honest review.
April 1, 2019
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Such a well written guide for the beginning color knitter (me)...I especially appreciated the explanations for the striped socks and carrying the colors inside the sock...great photography and some beautiful patterns to learn with. The Brick Stitch washcloths are a joy to knit. I look forward to stitching the Thorn Stitch Shawl, too.
Such a well written guide for the beginning color knitter (me)...I especially appreciated the explanations for the striped socks and carrying the colors inside the sock...great photography and some beautiful patterns to learn with. The Brick Stitch washcloths are a joy to knit. I look forward to stitching the Thorn Stitch Shawl, too.
February 9, 2020
As a beginning knitter who is interested in trying colorwork, this book is exciting because the projects are attractive, interesting, look achievable and are well explained. I took off one star because inexplicably the book is in tiny gray print that is not as easy to read as it could be.
April 8, 2019
This is a really fun book for both beginning and intermediate knitters. Easy to read and with photos and suggestions for yarn, it's a worthwhile purchase.
April 25, 2019
Wanting to expand my knitting techniques. Looks like a solid instructional book,.
July 2, 2019
Really helpful if you want to start learning to knit! It evolves as you evolve too so its a must have. Enjoyed it very much and I am starting to practice some of the models!
crafts
November 6, 2019Good instructions.
Entrelac wrap?
Linen stitch bag
Ombré hat
Entrelac wrap?
Linen stitch bag
Ombré hat
December 17, 2021
Color gorgeousness!
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