The essential start-to-finish guide for knitters of all skill levels-including over twenty-five easy-to-follow projects. This indispensable reference includes:
- an overview of the yarns and equipment available today
- a step-by-step guide to the basics, with knit and purl, casting on and binding (casting) off, and reading patterns
- creative options like cables, fair isle, and lace
- embellishments, embroidery, and other new ideas for more experienced knitters
- an extensive stitch library
- a wide selection of patterns and projects, linked back to the techniques throughout the book








