450 Knitting Stitches: Volume 2 (The Harmony Guides)21 reviews
The Harmony Guides

Anova Books, 1998

Excellent Resource

+ Great for moderate beginners
+ Terrific addition to a stitching library-easy to read, lots of suggestions
+ I don't remember why I bought this...
  
  











  



  
At Knit's End: Meditations for Women Who Knit Too Much (Unabridged)44 reviews
Stephanie Pearl-McPhee

audible.com

Great book! Knitting lovers have to have it!

+ At Knit's End:Meditations for Women who knit too much
+ Stephanie Pearl-McPhee Scores Again!
+ This woman is hilarious!
+ At Knit's End: Mediations for Women Who Knit Too Much
  
  











  



  
Vogue Knitting on the Go: Baby Knits Two (Vogue Knitting on the Go!)2 reviews

Sixth&Spring Books, 2004

Some cute projects

The beauty of this book is its tiny size and quickness of projects. The first few pages are dedicated to a quick review of knitting, and then the fun begins. Items include a romper and overalls, some sweaters, cute-as-a-button moccasins, a felted baby bag, baby hats, booties, stuffed bears ...
  
  











  



  
101 Designer One-Skein Wonders: A world of possibilities inspired by just one skein28 reviews
Judith Durant

Storey Publishing, LLC, 2007

book review

+ One-Skein Wonders
+ Worth having
+ 101 Designer One-Skein wonders
  
  











  



  
Nicky Epstein's Knitted Embellishments: 350 Appliques, Borders, Cords, and More!24 reviews
Nicky Epstein

Interweave Press, 1999

Worth the price

+ Nicky Epstein's Knitted Embellishments: 350 Appliques, Borders, Cords, and More
+ Excellent Resource for Creative Knitting
+ An embellishment bible
+ Nicky Epstein's Knitted Embellishments
  
  











  



  
One-Skein Wonders54 reviews

Storey Publishing, LLC, 2006

An incredible bargain, over & over again...

+ Some Gems, Some Duds
+ Great, great, great ideas!
+ not bad... a nice compliment to my collection
  
  











  



  
Vogue Knitting on the Go: Kids Knits2 reviews

Sixth&Spring Books, 2002

Some cute projects

The beauty of this book is its tiny size and quickness of projects. The first few pages are dedicated to a quick review of knitting, and then the fun begins. Most of the items featured are long-sleeve sweaters, and I feel that there's a sweater for everyone here: they have cable work, hoods, ...
  
  











  



  
Yarn Harlot: The Secret Life of a Knitter48 reviews
Stephanie Pearl-McPhee

Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2005

Clever, witty, and none too serious

+ Yarn Harlot: The Secret Life of a Knitter
+ A Harlot by any other name...
+ What a Yarn!
+ Knitters Unite!
  
  











  



  
Traditional Knitted Lace Shawls21 reviews
Martha Waterman

Interweave Press, 1998

condensed revision of first edition

+ Beautiful designs!
+ My review of Traditional Knitted Lace Shawls

I've got the first edition which was riddled with errors. I wanted charts so I ordered the second ed. The individual lace patterns are charted but the shawls are still written out. In addition, the number of shawls has decreased from 14 to 8. The book has been edited very tightly cutting down on ...
  
  











  



  
Last-Minute Knitted Gifts95 reviews
Joelle Hoverson

Harry N. Abrams, 2004

Simply Elegant

+ Every patter is beautiful
+ Wonderfully done !
+ EXCELLENT!!!
  
  











  



  
No Sheep for You: Knit Happy with Cotton, Silk, Linen, Hemp, Bamboo & Other Delights21 reviews
Amy R. Singer

Interweave Press, 2007

No Sheep for You: Knit Happy with Cotton, Silk, Linen, Hemp Bamboo and Other Delights

+ A Gem!
+ Written for People With Wool Allergies, Not Vegans
+ Basics and Some Fun Patterns
+ Great patterns
  
  











  



  
Getting Started Knitting Socks (Getting Started series)42 reviews
Ann Budd

Interweave Press, 2007

great book for beginners

+ Excellent beginning book
+ Great Way to Get Started

I've just started knitting socks and recommend this to other beginners. She's included instructions and charts for different sizes and different yarns. The hard back is durable for frequent referral.
  
  











  



  
Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac46 reviews
Elizabeth Zimmermann

Dover Publications, 1981

Tasty read with some *very* Elizabeth Zimmerman designs

+ NOT FOR EVERYONE...
+ Knitting Mania
+ Elizabeth Zimmerman condensed and at her best
+ EZ is always recommended reading
  
  











  



  
Victorian Lace Today60 reviews
Jane Sowerby

XRX Books, 2008

Good for any challenge!

+ Gorgeous book!
+ Nice addition to knitting library
+ Victorian Lace Today
+ Eye candy for lace lovers
  
  











  



  
Knitting Without Tears: Basic Techniques and Easy-to-Follow Directions for Garments to Fit All Sizes98 reviews
Elizabeth Zimmermann

Scribners, 1971

knitting....

+ Really enjoyable read
+ I love EZ, but use other books of hers more...
+ Basic Knitting
+ Knitting made painless
  
  











  



  
The craft of lace knitting (The Scribner library. Emblem editions)2 reviews
Barbara G Walker

Scribner, 1971

The Craft of Lace Knitting by Barbara G. Walker

+ Lovely patterns for the experienced knitter

I do not own this book, but I did check it out of the library. This book has many interesting and exciting lace patterns. I am really thrilled to see all of the intricate stitches and can hardly wait to begin. It is definitely worth checking out if you LOVE knitting lace. Things to ...
  
  











  



  
Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop33 reviews
Elizabeth Zimmermann

Schoolhouse Press, 1981

The ultimate knitting book

+ Found the Surprise Jacket
+ Knitters Workshop by Elizabeth Zimmerann
+ Helpful, maybe?
  
  











  



  
Knitting Circles Around Socks: Knit Two at a Time on Circular Needles33 reviews
Antje Gillingham

Martingale and Company, 2007

Wonderful!

+ Great Manual
+ Clear
+ Fun new way to knit socks
  
  











  



  
Knit One, Felt Too: Discover the magic of knitted felt with 25 easy patterns21 reviews
Kathleen Taylor

Storey Publishing, LLC, 2003

Knit One,Felt Too

+ Great Book, Great Service
+ Step-by-Step Guide to Felting
+ Clear, exact, and Imaginative
+ anniesgrandies
  
  











  



  
Knitting for Dummies67 reviews
Pam Allen, Trisha Malcolm, ...

For Dummies, 2002

Not "hooked" on knitting ... but if I were ...

+ Buy if...
+ Knitting for this dummy

A dear friend who is a fabulous knitter sent me a copy of this book, hoping to "hook" me on her favorite hobby (next to reading, that is). I glanced through it and found it to be as promised: a complete guide for a "dummy" like me! But you "can't teach an old dog new tricks" and since knitting ...