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Debbie Bliss is well known all over the world for her attractive children's knitwear designs. Now she has devised a collection which will delight everyone who loves her garments but has only limited time available. Many people think about knitting for the first time when they are about to become parents and these simple design are perfect for such beginners. Each one has been specially created to be particularly easy and quick to make up, with ultra-clear instructions, helpful charts and simple stitches such as garter and moss stitch, and even fairisle used in small, repeated patterns. In spite of this ease of execution, the garments are as irresistible as ever, ranging from pretty summer cardigans and fun bootees to chunky sweaters guaranteed to keep out the coldest winds. Now there is no excuse for parents, friends and family alike not to have that special gift ready for a newborn or an older child's birthday - with this new Debbie Bliss collection knitting for children has never been easier or more attractive.
At every lecture and workshop she has given in recent years, Debbie Bliss has been asked why her stunning childrens` knitwear designs are not available in adult sizes. Now she has responded to these appeals with her first collection to cover the whole age range-from babies right through to adults. Many of th designs in this exciting new book include patterns for a complete size range-so a classic guernsey sweater, for example, can be knitted for a 2-year old or an adult man. A number of the designs also include variations and different colourways-a woman`s cabled sweater, for instance, is also featured as a child`s cardigan using the same stitch patterning. Each design is illustrated in colour photography by leading photographer Pia Tryde and the result is an excitingly versatile collection of irresistable designs for all the family.
Knitting is experiencing an enormous boom, as more and more people appreciate the opportunity it affords to create something truly special and individual. Many of these new knitters, however, have not learnt the skills from their mothers, like previous generations, and need help with their techniques. There can be no better guide than Debbie Bliss, highly successful knitwear designer and author of numerous bestselling books. In Knitting Workbook Debbie provides a guide not only to basic techniques - casting on, key knitting stitches, sewing up garments successfully etc - but also pinpoints the key features of her successful designs and takes knitters through them step-by-step. A basic guide to how to knit, accompanied by step-by-step illustrations and photographs, kicks off the book. Debbie then concentrates on the techniques she feels are essential to creating successful knitwear, from using simple shapes to colour work such as fair isle and intarsia and adding finishing touches with embroidery and beading. Colour illustrations are used to demonstrate each technique then a range of projects, featuring step-by-step photographs pinpointing key stages, allow the knitter to practise and perfect their skill. As a guide to how to knit, and an insight into the secrets of this highly successful designer, this book will be in
With this lavish book Kaffe Fassett delves into an exciting new textile arena, injecting elegance and richness into the contemporary quilting world. Quilting is increasingly acquiring an even greater following and with this innovative collection Kaffe will attract many new converts. The book is divided into five chapters by colour themes: gentle Soft Pastels, bold and brassy Circus hues, fresh Leafy Gardens, alluring Antique Stone Colours and rich Renaissance tones. Each chapter contains a range of patchworked quilts, from simple designs suitable as a weekend project for beginners to more complex quilts which provide a challenge for more experienced patchworkers. All the projects have clear and complete instructions, with patterns and templates were necessary, to ensure that every reader can recreate Kaffe's glorious designs with their stunning, sometimes unexpected, use of colour and intriguing patterns. In addition to the main quilts, there are ideas for smaller, accompanying items, such as curtains, cushions and even tablecloths, so that you can develop the patchwork theme within an interior - as well as enjoying smaller projects which can be treated in no time at all.