#knittingbook

[professorpski]

When you embroider, crochet, or knit, there are centuries in your hands. You are a maker, doing the same thing others have done for several thousand years. Their ideas created the techniques you now use. Who knows what pair of hands first cabled some stitches across some other stitches? Who knows where and when the first yarn over stitch was put on a needle to make an opening? All that matters is that they were done, somewhere, by someone. Now they are a part of the very ancient craft called knitting. This craft has endured, for the same reason that all such crafts endure: because people have loved it.

This passage by Barbara G Walker, one of the grandes dames of knitting, strikes me as both appreciative of history and dismissive of history at the same time. On the one hand, she is celebrating the long traditions which created, modified, and handed down so many marvelous methods of knitting. On the other hand, she does not give a hoot who exactly did what first. And yes, there are out there scholars, curators, and other such people who are keenly determined to hunt down first instances.

I would like to add to the quotation, "When you sew...." I see the wealth of dressmaking know-how in the many vintage books and vintage patterns I have and I marvel at the cleverness and creativity on display.

So, a toast to all makers, everywhere, in every era, and thanks.

This is from Walker's 1970 volume, A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns, a stupendous collection of a large variety of knitting stitch patterns, and one of her many books.

[hibis411]

Something special is on the way. . . . #lionsheadtop #brooklyntweed #irmiandesign #irinaanikeeva #knittingbook #knitting #handknitting #tweed # knittersofinstagram #knit #warmweatherknits #knittedtop #cables #yarnspirations #tricotaddict #tricot #tricoteur #design #colorwork #knittingpattern #knitting_inspiration #knitwear #ravelry #knittersofig #handdyedyarn #knitstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CejDJLqL7Po/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[letissierdesigns]

Revisiting an old favourite. @kristijoeste creates the most exquisite gloves. Always inspirational. Thinking of a designing a new pair of gloves - colourwork I think 🤔 #inspirationcomesinmanyforms #inspiration #letissierdesigns #book #knittingbook #estonianknittingbook #gloves (at Nanaimo, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cdj6sDSresK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[primroseyarnco]

♥️Have you seen our dear friend, @olgaputanodesigns new book “Only Yoking” yet?! One of the stunning designs, “Jana Sweater”, featured in the book is knit in our Roan DK! And good news y’all! We are busy prepping a restock of this base for the website in the next few weeks, so you have plenty of time to grab the yarn and head on over to @olgaputanodesigns page to pre order the book! I (Kelsey), had the joy of watching Olga’s design process while traveling to Florida with her last year, and I have to say, this book is a work of art! I’m so very proud of her and excited for her very first book launch! 🤗NOW! Can we PLEASE talk about these cables?!?! 😍 #Repost @olgaputanodesigns ・・・ I have one more cabled/textured yoke from my book to share with you (and one more colorwork yoke to reveal!). This is Jana sweater! Designed with @primroseyarnco Roan DK in “Twilight”. I loved working on this one! 😍 . You can preorder my book “Only Yoking” on several websites! If you’re in the US, you can also order it from my website with a choice of a signed copy if you wish. I’ll have the preorders up for a couple of weeks longer - if you want to make sure you get the book as soon as it is released in early April, I encourage you to order soon 🙃 . Thank you for all of your support and love for this project! I have one more yoke to show you tomorrow 🥰 . . . . #olgaputanodesigns #onlyyokingbook #janasweater #primroseyarnco #yokeknitting #yokesweater #cablesweater #cablestitch #instaknits #knitting #neulonta #tricot #tricotaddict #strikke #strikstrikstrik #knitknitknit #knitdesigner #knitdesign #designersoninstagram #knittingpattern #knittingbook #knitaddict #sweaterknitting #sweaterknittersofinstagram #sweaterknit #ourmakerlife #knitting_inspiration #knitspiration https://www.instagram.com/p/CpVXBDHLzaK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[artbytatianaz]

Machine Knitting Tutorial Russian Vintage Soviet Book Crochet Scheme Patterns How to Knit DIY Paperback USSR #etsy #vintage #knitting #knittingbook #bookinrussian #MachineKnitting Tutorial #Russian #vintageforsale #Soviet #Book Crochet #Scheme #Patterns #HowtoKnit DIY Paperback #USSR https://buff.ly/2wCkhSU https://www.instagram.com/p/BySuc9IA07m/?igshid=16ysvsmo09vm7

[creatorofcolour]

Throw Back Thursday to 2018 when my Peppino fingering weight was on the cover of Our Maker Life. #throwbackthursday #tbt #ourmakerlife #ourmakerlifechicago #knittingbook #specklesaresohotrightnow #speckledyarn #speckledyarnissohotrightnow #fibreart #fiberart #yarn #yarnaddict #yarnaddiction #merino #merinowool #merinowolle #merinoyarn #handdyedyarn #handdyedyarns #loveyarn #yarnlove #rhichard #theyarnsofrhicharddevrieze #rhicharddevrieze #rhicharddevriezeyarn #rhicharddevriezeyarns #crochet #fineyarn #fineyarnconnoisseurs (at The Yarns of Rhichard Devrieze) https://www.instagram.com/p/CW_ovyPpDgM/?utm_medium=tumblr

[tbrshop]

AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary: 200 Modern Knitting Motifs by Andrea Rangel

AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary takes an unexpected look at stranded colorwork with 200 new motifs. These non-traditional colorwork charts are derived from graphic design elements, including geometric mountains, waves, spirals, modern bikes, skulls, and sheep. Also included is a section on reading charts, working floats, and choosing colors. Learn how stranded colorwork can be used in design, with five accompanying projects including mitts, cowls, and sweaters. Learn to jumpstart your imagination to modify, deconstruct, and combine the unique motifs to create your own designs.

BUY THIS BOOK

[yarnclubknits]

The new @laine_magazine is out and ready for grabs! {#yarnclub #vbknits #knittingbook #yarnaddict #yarncandy #yarnapalooza #lainemagazine #virginiabeach #knittingaddict #knittingpattern } (at The Yarn Club) https://www.instagram.com/p/COn4Gy2pwlK/?igshid=jz7z1gtixxqd

[thetubethambi]

#nowplaying Knitting Kit And Book Review ⌚ Very Easy Knitting Stitch Pattern For Summer Sweater 🌞 just click our Instagram profile link & SELECT YouTube 👉🏽 #knitting #knitkit #knittingpatterns #organicyarn #ethicalwardrobe #knittingbook #auroknits #aurovilleindia #aurovillepondicherry https://www.instagram.com/p/CLpqxdplV0C/?igshid=s9pka3dzsiga

[greensled1]

I have the best friends! @rachaelknitsandpurls got this bopk in @ewe_and_me_a_yarn_boutique and I was going to buy it, but she surprised me with it for my birthday! Now to see what I want to make from it. ❤❤ .... #outlanderobsessed #outlander #knit #knitlife #knittingbook #ourmakerlife #alwaysknitting #keepmaking #handknittersofinstagram #sweaterknittersofinstagram #knitspiration #makersofinstagram #knittingpattern #comfycozyknits #handmadeisbetter #getknitfacedinco #knitaddict #handsthatmake #knittersoftheworld #handknitgifts #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #knitallday #instaknitting #knittersofinsta #imakethingswithmyhands #knitlikeyoumeanit #instaknit #knittersgonnaknit #creativehappylife https://www.instagram.com/p/CHgKrdtlgCG/?igshid=benvkoooh18n

[knicromaniac]

45/365 • • • • • I’d pre-ordered this awhile back, and it’s actually arriving today, despite having been shipped only yesterday! *happy dance* This is the one yarn-related book I just cannot live without, y'all. 😍😍 #AliceStarmore #Glamourie #Amazon #book #knittingbook #yarn #knittersofinstagram #knit #knitting #VirtualYarns #happymail #knicromaniac #HappyGlamourieDay

[professorpski]

If you're hesitating between unraveling or using a quick fix that will leave a mistake in your work, ask yourself these questions: Will it be visible... or will you be the only to know? Will a quick fix bother you forever...? Is the idea of unraveling so demotivating....? Do what feels best to you.

These wise words come from Lovely Lace Knits by Gabrielle Vezina. It is one thing if a garment does not fit, if it chokes you at the neck or binds your arms. Clothing that does not let your body move the way you want it to move is a curse. But if the mistake is a purely decorative one, as is the case with lace knits, you need to ponder Vezina's questions.

Cause if you end up despising the garment and won't wear it, or end up refusing to finish it in frustration, there is no point to all the effort you have already made. Better to figure out what you can live it, and get on with it. I daresay all makers need to decide what they can live with.

[hibis411]

🤍 I’m so happy to introduce the new design published in @brooklyntweed Grey Coast collection! . As the cold wind bites from the crashing shoreline, pull close your Coroman cardigan for layers of woolen warmth that withstand all tempests. Awash in perfectly weighted cables, this cozy staple boasts insulating, overlapping fronts and a knitted belt to cinch against the chill. Coroman is an essential classic for any handmade wardrobe in Tones’ or Shelter’s entirely American wool. . Grab your pattern with $1 off by the end of January 20th! See link in my IG @irmiandesign. . Photographed in @brooklyntweed Shelter . . . #coromancardigan #brooklyntweed #irmiandesign #irinaanikeeva #knittingbook #knitting #handknitting #tweed # knittersofinstagram #knit #warmweatherknits #knittedtop #yarnspirations #tricotaddict #tricot #tricoteur #design #colorwork #knittingpattern #knitting_inspiration #knitwear #ravelry #knittersofig #handdyedyarn #knitstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CYpCI2xv2JF/?utm_medium=tumblr

[letissierdesigns]

It’s here! #letissierdesigns #knitting #knittingbook #katedavies #whwclub #librariesofinstagram #thewesthighlandway

[iwonaeriksson]

My perfect christmas gifts. 😍😍 I'm really happy with them 😀 .... #chrystmasgift #knitters #sticka #stickad #strikk #strika #nadrutach #tejer #strikk #summerknitting #knittingbook #instaknitt #instaknitters #knittersofignstagram #iloveknitting #nadrutach #robienienadrutach #craft

[cedar-hill-farm-co]

Sneak peak of Graham, the men’s glives pattern in my new book South. Ebook is available on #Ravelry or get the individual pattern on Ravelry and #craftsy today! . #Ebook #knittersofinstagram #knittersoftheworld #knitters #knittersofig #knittersgonnaknit #knittersofig #knittinginspiration #giftsforhim #knitallthethings #mensgloves #patterns #south #knittingbook #awesome #texture #smallbusiness #christmasgiftknitting #itsmylife #knittinglife #knittinginreallife #knittersofinstagram