Machine KnittingAlison DupernexLabel: The Crowood Press LtdDescription: The popularity of hand frame knitting is underestimated and there are many passionate and creative knitters who have taken machine knitting into their heads hearts and hands. Overflowing with colour and stitch ideas inspirational photos and customizable patterns this book will inject vitality into your knitting practice. Explore how colours can be juxtaposed for best effect or where Slip Tuck and Fair Isle stitches will add new textures and make intricate fabrics. Seventy-five knitting patterns ranging from coats and scarves to bags and sculptures offer enticing new project ideas as well as suggested variations and additions you can make to expand your design skills. Topics covered include: a history of hand frame knitting; techniques and stitches; the design process; stripes circles and colour; Fair Isle; lace and sculptural vessels and finally how to develop your hobby into a business. Written for both experienced knitters and anyone using a knitting machine this book will act as a catalyst for hand frame knitters to add stitch and colour variety to their work.
The Alison Dupernex Machine Knitting (Hardback) would be best fit for individuals seeking a powerful and easy-to-use machine for their craft projects.
