 | Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume One: Knit & Purl: The Ultimate Stitch Dictionary from the Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine (Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Series)
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $12.99 Nice, sizable, color photos of swatches of a wide variety of knitting stitches. There are basic stitches, like moss stitch and seed stitch, as well a variety of lace stitches. The directions are well-written and easy to follow.
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 | Knitting Over The Edge: Unique Ribs, Cords, Appliques, Colors, Nouveau by Nicky Epstein
Buy new: $19.97 / Used from: $10.44 Nicky Epstein has repeatedly proven to knitters that she is the be all, end all source for knitted embellishments. Any of the books from her "On the Edge" series are worthwhile, for either inspiration or good, solid instruction.
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 | Sensational Knitted Socks by Charlene Schurch
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $8.00 By far my favorite sock instructional book on the market. She employs easy to use charts for sizing and provides guides for knitting socks on two circulars or 3 or 4 DPNs. Also discussed are different heels, toes, patterned stitches, fair isle, and slip stitch patterns.
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 | Knit 2 Together: Patterns and Stories for Serious Knitting Fun by Tracey Ullman
Buy new: $16.28 / Used from: $0.47 This books is tons of fun. There is an eclectic mix of garments and home accents (like a curtain/room divider, a divine bathmat, and a picture frame). The instructions are easy to follow and the size range is vast. The writing is witty and fun, with useful tips (like "Scratch a hard to reach itch with a long, metal knitting needle.") scattered throughout it.
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 | Greetings from Knit Cafe by Suzan Mischer
Buy used from: $0.15 This is another fun, eclectic knitting book. While some of the patterns are obviously trendy, others are sweet and classic. The instructions are easy to follow and, if nothing else, it is fun to peruse it for inspiration.
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 | Alterknits: Imaginative Projects and Creativity Exercises by Leigh Radford
Buy used from: $1.90 This book is all about showing knitters to stretch the limits of their imaginations and try new things. The knitted screen door is so whimsical and fun. There are also creativity exercises and interesting ideas for you to push your knitting imagination. If you are tired of seeing cookie cutter sweaters and boring bags, check out this book. You will not be disappointed.
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 | A Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker
Buy new: $30.00 / Used from: $23.33 All of Barbara Walker's knitting books offer a huge variety of knitting patterns, with illustrations, charts, and some photos. For inspirational purposes, her books are amazing.
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