Knitting is an enduringly popular and creative craft, but many
associate the techniques primarily with hand knitting, believing
machine knitting to require arcane knowledge. However, machine
knitting is formed from the same stitch structures and is equally
versatile. Translating between Hand and Machine Knitting rediscovers
the potential of domestic machine knitting to open up new
possibilities for dedicated knitters, offering an equally creative yet
timesaving method of crafting new designs. With over 500 images, this
comprehensive guide offers detailed step-by-step explanations of
techniques in both hand and machine knitting, whilst also offering
inspiration and design advice. Dr Vikki Haffenden, a highly
experienced knit designer, technical knitter and educator, shares the
knowledge and understanding she has accumulated over a career
designing for the knitted textile and knitwear industry and as a
lecturer in knitted textile design. Topics covered include:
Illustrated step-by-step instructions of hand and machine knitting
techniques; Qualities and behaviours of fibres and yarns and their
suitability for knitting; Equipment requirements and advice; Basic
stitches and stitch constructions of hand and machine knitting;
Combining stitches to make surface texture and colour patterns;
Shaping and knitting 3D shapes; Calculating garment shape and size
from tension swatches. Superbly illsutrated with 397 colour
photographs and 130 line artworks.
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781785004322
Publisert
2018
Utgiver
Vendor
Crowood
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Forfatter