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...In this directory, Nicki Trench presents 201 knitting blocks, featuring traditional patterns, original motifs, the alphabet & numbers & new twists on classic stitches. This comprehensive resource starts with a chapter featuring 28 basic stitches, including garter & stocking stitch. This is followed by chapters on embroidery, textured motifs, stripes & colour, Fair Isle, ripples, beading, cable & ribbing, as well as a chapter showing the beautifully intricate Intarsia stitches. Sections on letters & numerals are invaluable for personalizing your knitting. The project section contains 51 delightful patterns, including blankets & throws, scarves & shawls, bags, hats & gloves, & the cutest knitted toys. If you need to refresh your knitting skills, the basic techniques chapter will show you how to cast on & off, how to achieve the correct tension & gauge, how to hold your needles & which yarn to choose. Whether you are a novice knitter or come to this book with many years of experience, you are sure to find blocks & patterns to inspire you.