100 Knitting Projects [Hardcover]

Jean Leinhauser (Author), Rita Weiss (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2007

Knitters will find this stunning collection pure pattern heaven. Created by two of the best and most respected authors in needlework, it includes exquisite garments for everyone in the family—men, women, and children. And both beginners and more experienced knitters will love the diverse selection, easy-to-follow instructions, and beautiful color photos. The projects feature all the most desired designs: in addition to the ever-popular and always stylish sweater, hat, and jacket, there are ponchos, afghans, doilies, lace edgings, and plenty of adorable baby things. As the newest addition to Jean Leinhauser and Rita Weiss’s popular “100 Series”—which includes 100 Crochet Projects and 100 Hats to Knit & Crochet—this is a must-have on every knitter’s bookshelf.

 

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Editorial Reviews

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This pattern collection contains a nice mix of projects that use classic yarns in rich hues or fun yarns for flashier styles. Leinhauser and Weiss include a wide range of patterns for babies, kids, women, and men, as well as for various skill levels. Project thumbnails on the table of contents make the projects easy to browse. Adventurous, advanced knitters will be able to modify many of the patterns to create their own designs. Knitters can easily find the pattern yarns at most general craft stores. Substituting yarns is complicated, however, because the authors provide the type of yarn (e.g., sock, worsted) but not the material (e.g., acrylic, cotton), and yarn information is inconsistent, given in either length or weight but not both. Stitch explanations are provided with each pattern--where knitters need them. A nice resource for the avid knitter looking for the next project. Jennifer Palmer
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 256 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (January 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402723105
• ISBN-13: 978-1402723100
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #867,386 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars An okay book, but not the best, May 5, 2007

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A. Reader (Boise, Idaho United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: 100 Knitting Projects (Hardcover)

The first thing I noticed about this book is that some of the patterns are ones given out inside yarn labels. My favorite pattern, a sweater set for a baby, is free on at least 2 different yarn labels. That being said, there are some cute patterns, but some are pretty simple & are DEFINITELY geared for the novice knitter. There are some errors, which is always frustrating.

The thing I dislike most about the book is that it gives the weight of the yarn used instead of the yardage, which makes substituting yarns more difficult. Obviously, many of the patterns were contributed by yarn companies, but I don't like using acrylic yarns.

I bought my copy used, so it wasn't expensive, but I think I'd look elsewhere.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars My oponion is thumbs down., July 9, 2009

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V. Waybright - See all my reviews
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I didn't find one thing in this book that I would even want to put my time knitting. This purchase was a random thing and my fault, I just took a chance that disapointed me. The seller gave a fast delivery and book in good condition.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Mediocre at best, June 24, 2009

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D. Heinz - See all my reviews
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The patterns in the book are very limited in creativity. Many seem to be basically the same pattern with minor changes. Very difficult to substitute yarns. Also, pattern sizes RARELY go beyond 38-40 inch bust (in the women's patterns). Directions are very difficult to follow as well. They'll say to change to smaller needles, then you'll be working through the pattern, line by line, and they'll say to switch back to the smaller needles again...was I supposed to have switched to the larger at some point? I've searched and searched and have been unable to find an eratta anywhere. I won't send back, mostly just to avoid the hassle of the post office, but I would strongly urge you not to buy. So many other books that offer so very much more for comparable price!