Knitting for Dummies

Want to know how to knit? This fun and easy guide shows you how to create beautiful, timeless pieces, whether you're new to knitting or you're ready for more advanced patterns. From scarves and sweaters to bags, pillows, and more, you'll find lots of projects for practicing and perfecting your skills. Plus, you get the latest knitting techniques and resources!

Get ready to knit -- choose yarn and needles, read pattern instructions and charts, and measure gauge

Now you're knitting! -- cast on, knit and purl, use basic stitches, make increases and decreases, and knit in the round

Expand your knowledge -- knit stripes and cables, work with multiple colors per row, do lacework, and more

Make great garments -- assemble and block pieces, make bands and buttonholes, close seams, and add finishing touches

Handle common mistakes -- know what to do if you drop a stitch or inadvertently add one

Make great gifts -- knit a baby's layette, a child's sweater, pullovers, jackets, and more

Reap the added benefits of knitting -- increase your creativity, learn patience, gain a sense of purpose, and soothe your soul

Open the book and find:

Step-by-step instructions with helpful illustrations and color photos

A fresh variety of projects, from beginner to advanced

The latest yarns and stylish patterns

Techniques every knitter should know

Felted knitting projects

Tips for relaxing stiff shoulders and fingers

A detailed guide to knitting your first sweater Less