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Favorite Knitting Books
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A Treasury of Knitting PatternsA Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker
Buy new: $30.00 / Used from: $24.83
A Second Treasury of Knitting PatternsA Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker
Buy new: $30.00 / Used from: $22.49
Charted Knitting Designs: A Third Treasury of Knitting PatternsCharted Knitting Designs: A Third Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker
Buy new: $30.00 / Used from: $37.89
A Fourth Treasury of Knitting PatternsA Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker
Buy new: $30.00 / Used from: $26.88
Inspired to Knit: Creating Exquisite HandknitsInspired to Knit: Creating Exquisite Handknits by Michele Rose Orne
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $17.57
Knitting AroundKnitting Around by Elizabeth Zimmermann
Buy used from: $35.00
Knitting Without TearsKnitting Without Tears by Elizabeth Zimmerman
Buy used from: $78.88
Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's AlmanacElizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac by Elizabeth Zimmermann
Buy new: $7.95 / Used from: $3.62
Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting WorkshopElizabeth Zimmermann's Knitting Workshop
Buy new: $42.99
A Knitting GlossaryA Knitting Glossary
Buy new: $35.99
Knitting Over The Edge: Unique Ribs, Cords, Appliques, Colors, NouveauKnitting Over The Edge: Unique Ribs, Cords, Appliques, Colors, Nouveau by Nicky Epstein
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $14.88
Nicky Epstein's Knitted FlowersNicky Epstein's Knitted Flowers by Nicky Epstein
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $11.18
Knitting Beyond the Edge: Cuffs and Collars*Necklines*Hems*Closures - The Essential Collection of Decorative FinishesKnitting Beyond the Edge: Cuffs and Collars*Necklines*Hems*Closures - The Essential Collection of Decorative Finishes by Nicky Epstein
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $12.18
Knitting on the Edge: Ribs, Ruffles, Lace, Fringes, Floral, Points & Picots: The Essential Collection of 350 Decorative BordersKnitting on the Edge: Ribs, Ruffles, Lace, Fringes, Floral, Points & Picots: The Essential Collection of 350 Decorative Borders by Nicky Epstein
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $11.84
Knitting Never Felt Better: The Definitive Guide to Fabulous FeltingKnitting Never Felt Better: The Definitive Guide to Fabulous Felting by Nicky Epstein
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $12.23
2-at-a-Time Socks: Revealed Inside. . . The Secret of Knitting Two at Once on One Circular Needle Works for any Sock Pattern!2-at-a-Time Socks: Revealed Inside. . . The Secret of Knitting Two at Once on One Circular Needle Works for any Sock Pattern! by Melissa Morgan-Oakes
Buy new: $11.02 / Used from: $7.87
Favorite Socks: 25 Timeless Designs from InterweaveFavorite Socks: 25 Timeless Designs from Interweave
Buy new: $15.61 / Used from: $11.00
Sensational Knitted SocksSensational Knitted Socks by Charlene Schurch
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $13.95
Knitting from the TopKnitting from the Top by Barbara G. Walker
Buy new: $20.00 / Used from: $16.99
Last-Minute Knitted GiftsLast-Minute Knitted Gifts by Joelle Hoverson
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $12.00
The patterns are nice but my favorite is the hourglass sweater. It's like a blank slate that you can add so much to and customize it to suit your needs.
Knitting Without Tears: Basic Techniques and Easy-to-Follow Directions for Garments to Fit All SizesKnitting Without Tears: Basic Techniques and Easy-to-Follow Directions for Garments to Fit All Sizes by Elizabeth Zimmermann
Buy new: $12.20 / Used from: $7.36
Another basics book. However, you learn the basics in a not so basic way. EZ has a great writing style and shows you new ways to do things as well as encourages you to experiment!
Handknit Holidays: Knitting Year-Round for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Winter SolsticeHandknit Holidays: Knitting Year-Round for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Winter Solstice by Melanie Falick
Buy new: $18.15 / Used from: $14.90
Mason-Dixon Knitting: The Curious Knitters' Guide: Stories, Patterns, Advice, Opinions, Questions, Answers, Jokes, and PicturesMason-Dixon Knitting: The Curious Knitters' Guide: Stories, Patterns, Advice, Opinions, Questions, Answers, Jokes, and Pictures by Kay Gardiner
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $14.79
Great for out of the ordinary patterns.
Knitting Nature: 39 Designs Inspired by Patterns in NatureKnitting Nature: 39 Designs Inspired by Patterns in Nature by Norah Gaughan
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $10.25
Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume One: Knit & Purl: The Ultimate Stitch Dictionary from the Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine (Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Series)Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume One: Knit & Purl: The Ultimate Stitch Dictionary from the Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine (Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Series)
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $15.91
The Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume Two: Cables: The Ultimate Stitch Dictionary from the Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine (Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Series)The Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume Two: Cables: The Ultimate Stitch Dictionary from the Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine (Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Series) by Vogue Knitting Magazine
Buy new: $21.56 / Used from: $13.92
The Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume Three: Color Knitting: The Ultimate Stitch Dictionary from the Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine (Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Series)The Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume Three: Color Knitting: The Ultimate Stitch Dictionary from the Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine (Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Series) by Vogue Knitting Magazine
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $6.87
Teach Yourself Visually Crocheting (Teach Yourself Visually)Teach Yourself Visually Crocheting (Teach Yourself Visually) by Kim P. Werker
Buy new: $16.49 / Used from: $13.51
I believe every knitter should know at least the basics of crochet. It opens up a whole new world of possibilities as well as a new understanding of what different fabrics do.
The Crochet Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face; Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask (Answer Book (Storey))The Crochet Answer Book: Solutions to Every Problem You'll Ever Face; Answers to Every Question You'll Ever Ask (Answer Book (Storey)) by Edie Eckman
Buy new: $9.32 / Used from: $6.08
Kids Knitting: Projects for Kids of all AgesKids Knitting: Projects for Kids of all Ages by Melanie Falick
Buy new: $10.04 / Used from: $4.46
This is the book I learned to knit from in 2005. It contains great illustrations and projects as well as yarn and needle info.
Big Girl Knits: 25 Big, Bold Projects Shaped for Real Women with Real CurvesBig Girl Knits: 25 Big, Bold Projects Shaped for Real Women with Real Curves by Jillian Moreno
Buy new: $19.80 / Used from: $8.89
More Big Girl Knits: 25 Designs Full of Color and Texture for Curvy WomenMore Big Girl Knits: 25 Designs Full of Color and Texture for Curvy Women by Jillian Moreno
Buy new: $21.90 / Used from: $13.98
The Yarn Girls' Guide to Simple KnitsThe Yarn Girls' Guide to Simple Knits by Julie Carles
Buy new: $19.80 / Used from: $4.40