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The Knitter's Dictionary
Knitting Know-How from A to Z.
Knitting Terms and Techniques Explained with More Than 150 Illustrations
Knitting has its own language: technical terms, funny abbreviations, and familiar words used in very particular ways. The Knitter's Dictionary is your guide to understanding the language of knitting and pattern instructions.
Whether you are a beginner or more experienced knitter, this must-have reference will help you excel with a better understanding of how to read knitting patterns, techniques, and other useful information.
Wonder why designers are always going on about gauge? Want to know more about the differences between a raglan and a set-in sleeve? And what is 'heavy worsted,' exact? The Knitter's Dictionary aims to help you break the code and be a more confident knitter.
Never wonder what a term means again! Organized from A to Z—'Across the RND' to 'Z-twist'—it's the quick reference guide you'll want to keep in your knitting bag at all times.
isabelle
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2022
Great book. I am self taught and I like to use this book for terms I don’t know or to remind myself of the “how to’s”
F. Wardingley
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2021
A handy book to have for advice. Happy to have it as an ebook.
Charlie Slosson
Reviewed in Germany on March 4, 2021
On time delivery. Great book.
Lauren
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2020
I love this book. I am a self taught knitter. I use my phone for everything and it was difficult for me to look at a pattern, write down the abbreviations, Google them, write down the definitions, and then find the pattern again. This books saves me so much time. If I don't understand how to do a stitch that the book is describing then I go to YouTube. Which isn't a big deal. I love that it not only has knitting definitions but also goes over what kind of yarn to look for for different seasons and patterns. My knitting journey just got a whole lot easier and I am so grateful for this book.
Donna
Reviewed in Canada on December 5, 2020
This book is a great reference for knitting procedures and techniques.
Campbell
Reviewed in Canada on October 28, 2020
Great reference book. Small in size, but loaded with great tips and guidance!
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2020
I think what is important about this book is to understand what it is. It is meant to be a quick reference dictionary, and that it is. It is a small, but useful reference book. You will not find step by step illustrations within this book for every knitting technique or lots of patterns, that is not what this book is meant to be about. See some words or abbreviations in a knitting pattern that you do not understand or are not explained, find that here.
Irene T
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2019
Extremely comprehensive for such a small book. Many great illustrations and explanations. Grouping in alphabetical order that cross reference to other parts of the book. Kate really knows knitting.
Heike Schooß
Reviewed in Germany on June 18, 2019
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Raymond H.
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2019
Just for kicks, I looked up some stuff for my favorite knitter, my wife. I saw this book and grabbed it. She actually heard of the book and was thinking about buying it herself...that unexpected gift :)
mike daven
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2019
I love this little book! It is the perfect size for portability. There are appealing illustrations and thorough definitions. I bought one for me and one as a gift. I would certainly recommend it as a great gift option for the knitter you love.
D. Friedman
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2018
I looked at the hardcopy version, and then compared that to the sample of the kindle version. The kindle version displays the illustrations perfectly, and I would rather have this on my phone/tablet for easy reference while knitting. I bought the kindle version. Searching the kindle version is perfect for quick access to a term that has gone out of your memory or is new. For new to intermediate knitters, this is a perfect aid. Experienced knitters will find it a useful refresher.Example of content: The discussion of YarnOvers is complete - "between knit stitches," "after a purl, before a knit, "after a knit, before a purl," "between purl stitches," and "multiple yarnovers." Blocking tools and methods are included. Chart reading and common chart symbols are included.It is a complete pocket reference, A to Z!The recommended reading at the end of the book is good, and recommends some of my favorite in depth references.
Maryla S. Blanco
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2018
Kate is a mastermind! As a long-time knitter, I adore this reference as I teach (umm, enable) this amazing craft. Kate’s books are full of years of experience. I wish I could spend a day in her brain! The illustrations are spot on, and her wisdom is rock solid. Just buy and enjoy!
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