This primer uses clear, step-by-step instructions to teach the basics of knitting. Beginners will learn to master the techniques that are needed before starting a project and learn which choices result in successful garments. A natural progression of skills is taught, and each skill is punctuated by a knitting project, enabling first-time knitters to create simple scarves and sweaters. Patterns are presented in an accessible format, with text, photographs, and line drawings to offer advice, anticipate difficulties, and provide rescue techniques.
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Sally Melville teaches knitting and is the author of Sally Melville Styles: A Unique and Elegant Approach to Your Yarn Collection and The Knitting Experience: Book 1: The Knit Stitch. She lives in Waterloo, Ontario.
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289 of 294 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I ordered this book sight unseen based on the strength of Sally's previous book - Styles. I couldn't be more delighted with what the came in the mail. The Knitting Experience may not cover everything about knitting. It's all about the knit stitch - nothing about purls (until the next book). So what's in the book---
1. A preface teaching the novice the basics - holding the needles, casting on, etc.
2. Chapter one has several simple scarves and a triangular poncho - sized for adults and children
3. Chapter two introduces knitting in the round with a mini-skirt, leggings, and a cap. Also a flat knit cap and mittens.
4. Chapter three features a jacket and vest knit from side to side.
5. Chapter four features the "star" of the book - the Einstein coat which is knit in panels going different directions (very cool!). Sally offers the coat in sizes from infant to large mens. There's also a purse and a bunting pattern.
6. Chapter five features features several variations of a summer weight pullover with styling ranging from modest to sexy.
7. Chapter six introduces the skill of slip stitch using the same stitch pattern in a mix of pullovers and cardigans for both children and adults.
Fully half of the book is devoted to teaching skills - big sections at the beginning and end of the book and smaller sections in each chapter. Sally offers an encylopedia of wisdom - often with a sense of humor. Her list of 10 most significant knitting discoveries is terrific.
Bottom-line - run, do not walk, to Amazon.com or whoever has this book in stock and get a copy of your own.
1. A preface teaching the novice the basics - holding the needles, casting on, etc.
2. Chapter one has several simple scarves and a triangular poncho - sized for adults and children
3. Chapter two introduces knitting in the round with a mini-skirt, leggings, and a cap. Also a flat knit cap and mittens.
4. Chapter three features a jacket and vest knit from side to side.
5. Chapter four features the "star" of the book - the Einstein coat which is knit in panels going different directions (very cool!). Sally offers the coat in sizes from infant to large mens. There's also a purse and a bunting pattern.
6. Chapter five features features several variations of a summer weight pullover with styling ranging from modest to sexy.
7. Chapter six introduces the skill of slip stitch using the same stitch pattern in a mix of pullovers and cardigans for both children and adults.
Fully half of the book is devoted to teaching skills - big sections at the beginning and end of the book and smaller sections in each chapter. Sally offers an encylopedia of wisdom - often with a sense of humor. Her list of 10 most significant knitting discoveries is terrific.
Bottom-line - run, do not walk, to Amazon.com or whoever has this book in stock and get a copy of your own.
60 of 61 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It was a rainy December day in Northern California when I stepped into a yarn shop to avoid being drenched. I couldn't believe the beautiful yarns I saw. It wasn't like a trip to Woolsworth with Grandma when I was a kid! After feeling almost every ball of yarn in the store, I knew I just had to start knitting. But how? I remember a very funky chain stitch with a crochet hook when I was 7 years old...
I asked the sales consultant to recommend a good basic instructional manual to teach me to knit. She recommended "The Knit Stitch".
In the past 4 weeks, I have knitted Joel's scarf, the flat knit hat, a couple of basic scarves using luxurious yarns, and am now feeling confident enough to try the ruana!
I have never knitted before. The only knitter I know lives over 400 miles away. This book has taught me to relax, enjoy the simple things, appreciate some hot chai, and learn what satisfaction can be derived from such pleasures.
Thanks Sally! Can't wait for book #2!
37 of 38 people found the following review helpful
By kittybooks
Format:Paperback
Whether you are brand new to knitting or have been knitting for 30 years, you will find something in this book to love. I've only had the book since the second printing came out in March and I've already knit several of the projects in it (and want to knit more!)Excellent close-up color pictures of every technique described; beautiful, fashionable projects that anyone would love to wear or give as a gift. Every project in the book is made all with only knit stitches. Sally has managed to design projects that are simple enough for a beginner, but interesting enough for a seasoned knitter to enjoy making. She also presents some wonderful ideas about knitting in her 'knitting meditation' breaks between the chapters. I would add this book to my list of must have knitting books. If you want to start knitting, start with this book. I am recommending it to all of my beginning knitting students. If you've been knitting forever, you will have a hard time deciding which project to knit first. Go ahead, knit them all. I know I will!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Knit Stitch--Sally Melville
Received the book quickly and in excellent condition--it was just what I was looking for. It is a fantastic book for a new knitter.
Published 7 days ago by Jane
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for all levels of experience
This book is a treasure trove of techniques I never learned. Most of us start by learning from an older adult - Aunt, Mother, etc. Read more
Published 1 month ago by G. Sears
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The Knitting Experience Of Limited Value
I did not find this book to be of great value, though it has some good information for the reader. It bears bringing out again and trying once more to extract what i want.
Published 1 month ago by Charlotte C. Jermyn
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Love the information
I am in the process of making several things from this issue.
They fit well and are easy to make.
They fit well and are easy to make.
Published 2 months ago by Judy Bader
5.0 out of 5 stars
knitting book
What a great simple book! I can really manage these patterns. They are infinitely adjustable and the instructions are so clear.
Published 2 months ago by suzmomrn
2.0 out of 5 stars
Check web site for errata
Excellent explanations and illustrations for beginers to knitting, but beware the 2002 edition contains more than 20 errors in the patterns. Read more
Published 2 months ago by danisan
5.0 out of 5 stars
You can knit many items using the knit/garter stitch.
This is a fun book with modern patterns for a beginner. Who would have known that you can make so many different patterns using one stitch, knit/garter stitch.
Published 2 months ago by Gisele Paquette
5.0 out of 5 stars
1st book in series
This is the first book that became a series of books. It concentrates mainly on the Knit stitch. Very Concentrated!
Published 3 months ago by debbie little
3.0 out of 5 stars
Bulky Sweaters
This has some fun patterns that are simple and quick although they tend to be a bit on the bulky side.
Published 3 months ago by 4147 0919 3855 3703
4.0 out of 5 stars
Basic and useful
This is a good basic knitting book for beginners, but also useful for knitters that want to adapt some of the designs for themselves. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Kristine B. Nardello
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