A Passion for Knitting: Step-By-Step Illustrated Techniques, Easy Contemporary Patterns, and Essential Resources for Becoming Part of the Worl

The World of Knitting Right at Your Fingertips!

More than a how-to book, A Passion for Knitting goes beyond teaching the craft and introduces readers to the culture of knitting. In Part I, you'll find fully illustrated instructions for learning stitches and mastering techniques, presented with unprecedented clarity.

They're so simple that you really can learn without a teacher. With this book in hand -- and no prior experience -- you will be able to knit a gorgeous sweater, scarf, or throw. 
Next, Part II welcomes new knitters to the worldwide knitting community, exploring the myriad benefits this popular craft has to offer.

This section, unique among all other guides, invites readers to:

- Tap into the power of knitting as a means of reducing stress and expressing creativity 
- Meet the design gurus and other stars of the knitting world 
- Discover opportunities for fellowship and networking with other knitters in clubs, conventions, and unique cultural fiber tours to countries ranging from England to Peru 
- Use their knitting skills to meaningfully support charities 
- Learn about the fashion trends in knitting from Trisha Malcolm, editor-in-chief of Vogue Knitting

Author: Ilana Rabinowitz, Nancy Thomas
Publisher: Touchstone Books
Published: 11/06/2002
Pages: 288
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.15lbs
Size: 9.23h x 7.48w x 0.65d
ISBN: 9780684870694

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 10/01/2002
Library Journal 10/01/2002

About the Author
Nancy J. Thomas is editorial director at Lion Brand Yarn Company, the former editor of Vogue Knitting and Knitter's Magazine, the founding editor of Family Circle Knitting, and author of a nationally syndicated column called The NeedleWorks. Nancy also coauthored Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book. She has appeared on television, including the Today show, to promote knitting and has hosted hand-knitting fashion shows around the countr