[PDF] The Batsford Book Of Hand Machine Knitted Laces eBook

Author : Vikki Haffenden
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 776 pages
File Size : 12,5 MB
Release : 2018-08-17
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1785004328

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Knitting is an enduringly popular and creative craft, but many associate the techniques primarily with hand knitting, believing machine knitting to require arcane knowledge. However, machine knitting is formed from the same stitch structures and is equally versatile. Translating between Hand and Machine Knitting rediscovers the potential of domestic machine knitting to open up new possibilities for dedicated knitters, offering an equally creative yet timesaving method of crafting new designs. With over 500 images, this comprehensive guide offers detailed step-by-step explanations of techniques in both hand and machine knitting, whilst also offering inspiration and design advice. Dr Vikki Haffenden, a highly experienced knit designer, technical knitter and educator, shares the knowledge and understanding she has accumulated over a career designing for the knitted textile and knitwear industry and as a lecturer in knitted textile design. Topics covered include: Illustrated step-by-step instructions of hand and machine knitting techniques; Qualities and behaviours of fibres and yarns and their suitability for knitting; Equipment requirements and advice; Basic stitches and stitch constructions of hand and machine knitting; Combining stitches to make surface texture and colour patterns; Shaping and knitting 3D shapes; Calculating garment shape and size from tension swatches. Superbly illsutrated with 397 colour photographs and 130 line artworks.

Author : June Hiatt
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 738 pages
File Size : 18,33 MB
Release : 2012-02-14
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1416535179

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A revised and updated edition of a popular classic primer shares comprehensive guidelines for beginning and experienced knitters that demonstrate how to approach a full range of techniques, incorporating into the new edition the author's broadened insights from the past 25 years.

Author : Vikki Haffenden
Publisher : The Crowood Press
Page : 756 pages
File Size : 13,94 MB
Release : 2023-06-14
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 0719841909

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Single and Double Bed Machine Knitting: The Designer's Guide, is an absolute necessity for anyone with a knitting machine. Written in clear and accessible language by an experienced knit designer and educator, and using step-by-step explanations and inspirational examples, this comprehensive guide gives practical insight into knit design and techniques for single bed and double bed knitting. Systematically organised chapters explore the fascinating and inexhaustible possibilities of surface pattern and garment design for machine knitting, with or without a ribber. Written by Dr Vikki Haffenden, an experienced knitted textile designer and educator who holds a doctorate in knitting, this book reveals the possibilities of machine knitting whilst discussing, exemplifying and contextualising creative design approaches. Using over 500 images and step-by-step instructions, Vikki shares her knowledge and understanding of knitted textiles from the basic stitch structures and knit constructions to developing these into your own designs for machine knitting. She discusses suitable fibres and yarns for single bed and double bed knitting using the ribber, and describes the characteristics of these different knits. To enable unique knit developments Vikki discusses sourcing design inspiration and explains how to create your own repeating patterns, punchcards and digital patterns. Owners of the even the simplest machines will be inspired by sections on hand-manipulating stitches, developing your own colour palette, designing with stripes and garment design. With step-by-step instruction and in clear language Vikki explains how to master the ribber, the intricacies of shaping ribs and how to design and knit multi-colour double jacquards and other exciting double bed fabrics. In a complete chapter on garment design she offers practical advice and examples of how to include unique details, and takes the mystery out of calculating shaping with the help of ready-reckoner shaping tables. Throughout the book there are tips on machine maintenance, plus advice on getting the most from your knitting machine whilst creating unique design outcomes.

Author : Kathleen Kinder
Publisher : B T Batsford Limited
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,14 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780713464238

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With the increasing popularity of lightweight knitwear, the technique of lace stitch has come into its own. This book shows readers how to exploit the lace setting on their knitting machines, and includes patterns and punch cards for designs. A brief history of lace techniques, technical information, 74 lace patterns and punch cards for collars, babywear, shawls and garments are included as well as a guide to using lace stitch in garments and as a form of decoration. Care instructions are given for seven garments, presented in the economic Japanese style.