Cable Confidence: A Guide to Textured Knitting [Paperback]

Sara Louise Harper (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 5, 2008

Think cables are too tricky to master? Debunk that myth today! Cabling is just a series of knits and purls. If you can knit and purl, you already have the foundation for making
gorgeous textured sweaters. A new knitting world will open up as soon as you learn the basics.

* Unlock the mysteries of reading stitch charts, using cable needles, swatching, and much more with this beginner friendly guide

* Start with the easiest stitches, and then move on to more complex techniques, one step at a time

* Knit up starter projects like pillows, scarves, and an afghan, and then move on to gorgeous pullovers and cardigans 14 projects in all

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About the Author

A Master Knitter since 2000, Sara Louise Harper currently chairs the Learn to Knit program for the Knitting Guild of America. Her designs have been published in numerous books and magazines.

Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: Martingale & Co Inc (May 5, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564778185
• ISBN-13: 978-1564778185
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #513,639 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars nice arans, June 1, 2008

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There are 5 very nice aran sweaters all classic mode which usually means drop down shoulders. What is interesting to me is the beauty of the aran combinations which is not so easy to design and with a pullover you do have more scope to do just that. For example, I find the cover sweater to be very aesthetically pleasing. The final sweater in the book, Ciaran pullover, is another stunning aran with a beautiful central cable pattern set off by mirrored cables on the sides. The Fiona vest uses an allover cable plus zipper. The first two sweaters are aimed for beginners with simpler cables. There are 9 pullovers, one v-neck cardigan, one cardigan vest, 3 pillows, one scarf, one felted bag and one hat. Photos in color are good as are the charts and schematics. Sizes go from finished chest of 36" to 54" in some examples. Most yarns called for are worsted weight or #4 on the yarn system. All the sleeves are done drop down which was the standard method until about a year ago and this book was probably begun a few years back. The sleeves don't look very good on the models as they are longer than the models' arms and also appear to be too wide. Certainly the more advanced knitter can change the sleeves to fit more attractively. For anyone interested in aran and cabled sweaters, this is an excellent choice.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE THIS BOOK!!!, July 22, 2008

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This review is from: Cable Confidence: A Guide to Textured Knitting (Paperback)

I LOVED THIS BOOK!!! I have been knitting since I was a teen and am always looking for good patterns and good books. All the patterns in this book are beautiful with cable combinations that are visually striking, unique, and clever while still creating sweaters that have a "classic" look. I think this book can be enjoyed by new and experienced knitters alike. The pattern directions are much easier to follow and clearer than many printed patterns as the author at times "breaks out" separate directions for separate sizes, as opposed to the conventional technique of separating different size directions by parentheses. The author has a very helpful section on reading cable charts that will be useful for the beginner as well as a good refresher for more seasoned knitters. I picked up some valuable tips from it. I buy a lot of knitting books and patterns. This is my favorite buy of at least the past couple of years if not more. I can hardly wait to begin some of the sweaters in it. If you like the sweater shown on the cover, I think you will like the book as the the cover sweater is a good representation of the kinds of projects and the "look" of the designs that you will find inside.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A fine introduction to textured knitting basics., September 6, 2008

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This review is from: Cable Confidence: A Guide to Textured Knitting (Paperback)

Sara Louise Harper's CABLE CONFIDENCE: GUIDE TO TEXTURED KNITTING provides a range of cabling projects, teaching how to use stitch charts, cable needles, and more. From pillows to scarfs and sweaters, CABLE CONFIDENCE gives all beginners a boost and a fine introduction to textured knitting basics.