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  • Book cover of Tips for Knitters
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2016

    From Debbie Bliss, the UK's foremost knitwear designer, comes this handy little book of knitting tips and hints, which is aimed at both beginners who want a quick reference guide to the basics of the craft, and more experienced knitters who want to improve their knitting techniques and begin to create their own ideas. Debbie takes you through the basics of knitting, from choosing your yarns, simple shaping, and how to cast on and off, through to more complex procedures such as how to incorporate buttons and beads into your creations. She also offers her top tips for helping to correct common errors. With beautiful photography and simple illustrations guiding you through the processes step by step, this is the perfect book to have in your workbag at all times.

  • Book cover of Baby Knits For Beginners
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2012

    'Knitting has replaced networking as the hippest after-hours occupation.' So says Vogue. Everyone from Julia Roberts to Russell Crowe has been spotted with knitting needles in their hands - knitting has never been trendier. Many new knitters come to the craft when they find themselves wanting to knit something for a new baby, so this is the perfect handbook. It's packed with basic instructions, from how to cast on and get the tension right to simple shaping and the key knitting stitches -all accompanied by detailed colour illustrations. Fifteen stylish, accessible knitting patterns, from designs for baby blankets and bootees to simple cardigans and sweaters, then allow you to put your new crafting skills into practice.

  • Book cover of Home
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2012

    From Debbie Bliss, the UK's foremost knitwear designer, comes this fabulous new collection of 26 contemporary designs for your home. Inspired by three themes - seaside, modern country and urban - Debbie has created beautiful accessories and garments to suit every mood and occasion. Evoking the pleasures of a sunny weekend by the sea, there are cable cushions for lazing on the sand, a moss stitch rug for the beach hut, and a practical duffel bag for collecting treasures from the shoreline. Debbie's modern country designs conjure up the delights of a snug farmhouse kitchen, with slippers, tea cosy and kettle holder, plus a luxurious throw to warm up the cold winter nights. Then for urban living, there's a chic and funky handbag, a colourful plaited scarf and a cool polkadot cushion that will add style to any living room. All the patterns are easy to knit and have clear, step-by-step instructions. And with Pia Tryde's stunning photography throughout, this is the ultimate book both for Debbie's fans everywhere and for today's generation of young knitters.

  • Book cover of The Baby Knits Book
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2012

    Debbie Bliss is now the star name in knitwear design and is set to become an even bigger name - she now has her own yarn range, available throughout the UK, North America, Europe, Japan and beyond. Debbie's many previous bestselling books have established her as the most stylish but accessible designer of children's knits working today. In this book, she returns to her core territory, with a fabulous new collection of new ideas for 0-3 year olds, the key time when knitters pick up their needles and get to work. There are designs for baby blankets, first sweaters and cardigans, bootees and more unusual items, as well as lots of ideas for ultra-wearable, ultra-stylish kit for toddlers. To help even inexperienced knitters create these designs, each pattern includes extra info on the key stitches and techniques required, watchpoints and an estimated degree of difficulty and time required to knit it. All in all, an absolutely must-have collection from the star designer in knitwear today.

  • Book cover of The Knitter's Knowledge
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2015

    This ultimate guide to essential knitting techniques from world-renowned knitter Debbie Bliss is set to become the staple how-to book for new and experienced knitters alike. Starting with the most basic but essential information on knitting equipment, holding the needles, and how to cast on, Debbie shares her lifetime of core techniques and time-saving tips, including shaping by changing needle size and how to avoid a jog when knitting in the round. With chapters on shaping, texture, including cables and entrelac, colour knitting, including intarsia and fair isle, embellishing, finishing, correcting and mending, The Knitter's Knowledge is the only knitting reference book you will ever need.

  • Book cover of Debbie Bliss Baby & Toddler Knits
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2015

    In Baby and Toddler Knits, best-selling knitwear designer Debbie Bliss presents a stunning collection for newborns and children from hats, bootees, throws and sweaters to little jackets and dresses for toddlers. All are knitted in one of Debbie's favourite yarns - cotton. Smooth and gentle on the skin, cotton is a perfect all-season yarn, producing airy summer garments or, in an Aran or double knitting weight, cosy winter jumpers and jackets. An illustrated techniques section will guide you through all the techniques you'll need, and, where appropriate, there are also detailed charts. Enhanced throughout with stylish colour photos, this gorgeous collection is sure to appeal to anyone knitting for babies and children.

  • Book cover of Baby's First Knits
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2019

    Whether you're an experienced knitter or an absolute beginner, you can make beautiful, practical gifts for the babies in your life with the help of this expert guide. Bestselling author and children's knitwear designer Debbie Bliss will show you how to create heirloom-quality garments, toys, and nursery accessories. Small and quick to knit, these 20 projects are perfect for novices who need to build their confidence as well as for those who want to brush up on their skills or learn a new technique. Illustrated step-by-step instructions for each project ease knitters into the craft, from the basics of casting on and making slipknots to more advanced methods such as cabling and Fair Isle. Debbie offers advice on the essential equipment and on yarns that will be gentle against a baby's skin—cashmere blends, merinos, and organic cotton. Start with the cozy blanket or cute beanie hat and advance to the playful rompers and classic cardigan. All projects are relaxing in their simplicity, and the pleasure of making them will be exceeded only by the joy of sharing them with your little ones.

  • Book cover of Special Knits
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2006

    The birth of a baby is a celebration, and Special Knits is based on our need to create lovingly-made items for new little people, in soft yarns that are gentle against delicate skin. Each stitch is invested with affection and care by the knitter. Some of the designs in this book are simple to make - their special quality lies in the softness of the fabric, usually a cashmere mix. There are other projects where the uniqueness of the design comes from a scattering of beads, a velvet bow, or an organza ribbon that frames the gentle curve of a baby’s cheek. Most of the designs require little knowledge of complicated techniques; a simple garter-stitch blanket is perfect for a beginner and is given a touch of luxury with an edging of satin. Easy knits are embellished with a ribbon or a scattering of beads, while for those knitters who prefer more of a challenge, there is a sampler blanket or a cross-stitch embroidered gingham cardigan. What better gift for a new-born than to create a special hand-knitted and unique garment. In an age of the throwaway, these are garments that will become the modern classic, knits to cherish and hand down through generations.

  • Book cover of The Knitter's Book of Knowledge
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2015

    A knitting reference for beginners as well as experienced knitters.

  • Book cover of Easy Knits
    Debbie Bliss

     · 2013

    Knitting is enjoying an enormous boom, with everyone from Julia Roberts to Zoe Ball now known to be fans. Many of these new people coming to knitting want simple, quick designs that look great but which will not take them weeks to make. Easy Knits has over 25 irresistible designs that are straightforward and quick to knit - but which look fabulous. It includes plenty of ideas for new babies, from simple wraps to socks and scarves; sweaters, cardigans and jackets for toddlers and older children; and ideas for adults that range from a Guernsey-style sweater to an alpaca polo neck.