Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book [Hardcover]

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Book Description

Publication Date: November 22, 1989

The first and last word on knitting. Includes the history of knitting, knitting supplies, basic techniques, a stitch dictionary, correction of errors and much, much more.

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The first and last word on knitting. Includes the history of knitting, knitting supplies, basic techniques, a stitch dictionary, correction of errors and much, much more.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: Pantheon; 1st edition (November 22, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 039457186X
• ISBN-13: 978-0394571867
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 10.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (136 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #652,307 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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361 of 363 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely the Best, April 25, 2001

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Jennifer DeWitt (Bay Area, CA United States) - See all my reviews

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While this is the definitive reference book for everything about knitting, I think you could actually teach yourself from this book. The illustrations and diagrams are virtually self-explanatory. When I taught myself to knit, I used Debbie Bliss' "How to Knit," but also relied on this as a supplement. While Bliss' book is extremely helpful, I found Vogue's illustrations and descriptions to be a little more precise. For example, I had been confused about how to bind off, until I referred to this book. In that case, Vogue's diagram was more clear, and I proceeded with confidence.

The layout of this book is amazing, as well. The Editors seem to instinctively place all the information you need at your fingertips. Cross references on each page and color-coding of each chapter help you flip instantly to what you need to know.

This is not just another bland reference book. There is a lot of inspiration to be found here, in addition to unparalleled advice, and the last word on any technique you can imagine. One of the best features of this book is the design workshop at the back. Nowhere have I seen a simpler, more straightforward "how-to" for design. I never imagined designing until I saw their simple chart, diagrams, calculations, and advice on the subject. Debbie Bliss' "How to Knit" has a design workshop, but it is more of an introduction/afterthought and doesn't really get you there as Vogue does.

104 of 106 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great reference book for new knitters, February 24, 2000

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I love this book! I started knitting about a year ago, and essentially taught myself to knit using it. It is very comprehensive, from the most basic techniques to the most advanced. It has color photographs, excellent how-to diagrams, and a number of projects as well. It is a reference book that I know I will treasure for many years.It has a wealth of information, and I can't imagine myself outgrowing it. It is well worth the price.

101 of 104 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Probably one of the best knitting references out there, May 9, 2003

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Joanna Daneman (Middletown, DE USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book (Hardcover)

This is a great knitting reference because it has most techniques, from circular knitting on double point or circular needles, to fair isle color, to mosaic knitting (colorwork on garter stitch--very pretty textural color.) There is attention to measurements, style, how to do your own garments.

The pictures are large and lavish--Vogue has great photographers and artists contributing to this book. It's attractive, and encylopedic. If you are new to knitting or want to advance your skill, this is really a great reference book.