{"product_id":"learn-how-to-knit-and-read-knitting-charts-learn-the-basics-of-knitting-and-how-to-read-and-work-basic-knitting-charts-paperback","title":"Learn How to Knit and Read Knitting Charts: Learn the Basics of Knitting and How to Read and Work Basic Knitting Charts - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDorothy Wilks\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake the mystery out of reading those complicated knitting charts, while you learn the basics of knitting.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIncludes 2 Free Bonus BooksExpert Knitting: Tips and Techniques to Bring Your Knitting Skills to the Expert LevelCrochet for Beginners: The Complete Guide on the Basics of Crochet\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn her latest book, Learn How to Knit and Read Knitting Charts: Learn the Basics of Knitting and How to Read and Work Basic Knitting Charts, Dorothy Wilks not only teaches you about the basics of knitting, but also how to read and knit from a chart. Knowing how to understand and knit from a chart is a skill every knitter should have, and with Dorothy's easy to understand guidance you'll be on your way to knitting from basic charts in no time.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDorothy begins with a short tutorial on yarn and the different types of knitting needles and equipment you'll need to get started. Next she moves onto basic knitting stitches and techniques. Each knitting stitch and technique is explained for the beginner and large clear images are included. You will learn the following: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnit stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurl stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to bind off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYarn over\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 cast on methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnit 2 together (k2tog)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to weave in tails securely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eDorothy includes a section on pattern repeats in written patterns and knitting charts. She also provides you with tables of common knitting abbreviations for written patterns, and a table of basic knitting chart symbols. Dorothy even includes an explanation between Fair Isle stranding and Intarsia color work. Once you have the basics down, it's time to move onto reading and understanding knitting charts.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe anatomy of a knitting chart is explained and illustrated. Dorothy gives you examples of different styles of knitting charts and explains them in easy to understand language. She also provides the written instructions so that you can compare the charts to their corresponding written patterns. A simple textured heart square chart and written pattern are used for the first example. Next Dorothy moves onto a Fair Isle knitting chart complete with a detailed explanation on how to work Fair Isle patterns. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFor your practice she has included two knitting charts for you to try. These include a textured dishcloth, and a cute ribbed headband. The charts and written patterns are provided so you can compare the two and really understand how the knitting chart relates to the written pattern. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIf you've ever wanted to learn the basics of reading and knitting from charts, then Learn How to Knit and Read Knitting Charts is the book for you. This book is written for beginning knitters, but more advanced knitters will appreciate the simple approach to knitting charts. Don't miss out on this informative book. Get your copy today \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eBlack and White Version**\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 130\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.28 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e August 19, 2017\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47417296814258,"sku":"9781974679461","price":10.73,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/c11a3cd209b7c90f175916af989b8150.webp?v=1778427197","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/learn-how-to-knit-and-read-knitting-charts-learn-the-basics-of-knitting-and-how-to-read-and-work-basic-knitting-charts-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}