Give a personal decorative touch to knitted projects by adding an inspiring message, a special date, a beloved name or initials.

This book shows readers how to hand knit every letter of the alphabet, plus numbers & punctuation marks, in 26 different fonts
- from simple classic lettering to more ornate calligraphy & contemporary handwritten styles.

The Knitted Alphabet
Includes::
• Patterns for 26 different alphabets, including numbers, punctuation, emoticons & dingbats.
• Detailed illustrations & step-by-step instructions for each alphabet, including a knitted swatch & easy-to-follow chart for every letter.
• Ten inspiring simple projects with full patterns.
• Instructions for various knitting techniques including: intarsia, Swiss darning, textured stitching & more.

Product Information:
• ISBN: 9781438002958
• Author: Kate Haxell & Sarah Hazell
• Publisher: Barrons
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 256
• Dimensions: 24.5 x 19 x 2cm

















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