Knitting Rules!: The Yarn Harlot's Bag of Knitting TricksBoth a celebration of the craft and a sourcebook for practical information, Knitting Rules! is a collection of useful advice and emotional support for the avid knitter. Stephanie Pearl-McPhee unravels the mysteries of tangled yarn, confusing patterns, and stubbornly unfinished projects. Daring to question long-standing rules and encouraging crafters to knit in the way that works best for them, this illuminating, liberating, and hilarious look at the world of knitting is full of surprises and delightfully inspiring ideas. |
Contents
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Yarn and How Not to Feel Guilty About It | 26 |
Know Your Stuff | 52 |
Gauge Swatches and Learning to Accept Them | 78 |
Hats | 102 |
Socks | 126 |
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Knitting Rules!: The Yarn Harlot's Bag of Knitting Tricks Stephanie Pearl-McPhee No preview available - 2006 |
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