“A lavishly illustrated knitting reference particularly strong in its coverage of both basic techniques and more advanced techniques. Garments illustrating techniques covered in the book and a section of stitch patterns round out the content of this excellent knitting reference that should find a place on the shelves of all public library knitting collections.”—Library Journal. “This is a great book!”—Knitters’ Forum.
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Originally published in Germany in 1996, this is a lavishly illustrated knitting reference particularly strong in its coverage of both basic techniques like increasing and decreasing and more advanced techniques like knitting cables without a cable needle, working with charts, and placing sleeve increases in openwork patterns. Garments illustrating techniques covered in the book and a section of stitch patterns round out the content of this excellent knitting reference that should find a place on the shelves of all public library knitting collections.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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108 of 108 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I know you're thinking that, since you already own Vogue Knitting, you don't need this. I thought so, too, until I picked it up. Just like Vogue Knitting, this is a comprehensive encyclopedia of knitting techniques. It will also give you a lot of good ideas for your own designs, or to adapt existing patterns (even making sizes that aren't in the pattern).
While both books are equally good, The Big Book is probably a little more user-friendly (i.e., less like a textbook), especially for those who don't like/need color coding or cross references. Buss groups topics logically, and the book is *full* of color illustrations as well as photographs. She also shows techniques (such as kitchener ribbing) that are not included in Vogue Knitting.
One of the best features of this book is Buss' detailed discussion of making gloves and mittens. If you have never made them before, read this before starting your pattern. Buss gives you a breakdown of measurements, techniques and tips that will help you decipher a pattern or design your own. She goes into similar detail for finishing techniques and designer touches (more ways to make a bobble than you can shake a stick at), which will help you make your projects look truly professional - or better.
I also liked Buss' explanation of the Entrelac technique. I think her descriptions and illustrations were easier to understand than in Debbie Bliss' "How to Knit." Buss uses photographs to show you how to create the woven look, which provided a clearer explanation than Bliss' diagrams.
98 of 100 people found the following review helpful
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If you own this book, you'll probably never have to seek counsel at a yarn shop again. Clear, pictorial, step-by-step directions for all the shaping, finishing, fixing, patterning, edging, facing, hemming, embellishing, casting on/off, increasing, decreasing techniques one could ever want are presented impeccably. The simple, secret tips that would have made your last piece look professional, that would have turned your last project into a finished garment instead of a bundle of front-back-plus-a-sleeve-and-a-half are all here. How I wish I had had this book before now. An amazingly compendious collection of intricate stitch patterns is included, but don't expect a gallery of sweaters to copy, that's not the purpose of this book.
46 of 46 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is definitely a more advanced book. If you are looking to expand your repertoire of knitting skills, then this book is for you. I wish I'd had this book years ago. Until I purchased this book, I had never tried pockets or different collar styles. I had always wanted to try these things but didn't have a reference book that really explained these techniques well. Thanks to this book, I'm now on my way to some more professional designs and techniques. It's opened up endless design possiblities for me!
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Big Book of Knitting
Big Book of Knitting (Purchased on 02/10/2012) by Katharina Buss
This was a softbound copy of a book my wife loves. Read more
This was a softbound copy of a book my wife loves. Read more
Published 2 months ago by James Oakley
THE Knitting Book for Me
At age 61, I have been "knitting" since I was in my teens and my aunt taught me. But frankly, I'm probably not the best knitter. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mark Twain "Sam"
My Big Book
The book is very helpful whether a novice or as a refresher for more advanced - a good addition the my reference library. I'm really enjoying it. Great service, too, from supplier. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Marga-Rita Reader
Very Handy Book
I will never regret purchasing this book! Wonderful pictures to illustrate stitches. I have tried many new techniques I never would have known about without this book. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Forgiven One
Advanced knitters only and can read charts
This book has some beautiful photographs of stitch patterns and lots of charts. There isn't enough, in my opinion, drawn or photographed instruction on how to work the stitches. Read more
Published 13 months ago by OneMtnGirl
Must-have knitting book
This is really a great book for knitting. Beginners and even experienced knitters can learn a lot from it. The explanation of techniques together with the illustrations are clear. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Theresa A. Agami
Big Book of Knitting
Cannot believe this is a secondhand book. It certainly is brandnew to me!! I am referencing it often and enjoying it very much. Delivery was fast and on time. Read more
Published 14 months ago by MJan
Excellent
Money very well spent. Excellent photos, comprehensive and covers some details not covered in other books, such as embellishments. Read more
Published 14 months ago by amolba
I've had this book for years
I bought this book about 10 years ago. At the time I thought it was a little too technical...more detailed then I was ready for at the time. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Jennylynn
It's OK
Certainly has lots of information for the skilled/experienced knitter but for me it was too complex. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Lear
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