{"product_id":"9781847972170","title":"Hand Knitting: New Directions","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNow in paperback, this illustrated guide encourages beginners and experienced knitters to forget pattern conventions and to use different stitches to create shaping, pattern, and texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eExamining this traditional craft in a bold, refreshing way, to appeal to novices and experts alike, this book shows crafters how to explore the qualities of knitting in a new way. Each technique and idea is clearly explained in detail, so that beginners can follow easily and more experienced knitters can see the potential of this unique approach. The author also explores knitting as a means of creating a textile rather than simply making a flat pattern, and encourages experimentation with unusual materials, as well as the more conventional knitting yarn. The book includes advice on how to design garments, cushions, and throws, and projects for a range of fabulous sweaters, jackets, hats, and cushions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crowood Press, Limited, The","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47048156053744,"sku":"9781847972170","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781847972170_p0.jpg?v=1763749539","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781847972170","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}