The bestselling guide to knitting brilliant, timeless pieces

This revised and refreshed third edition of Knitting For Dummies features new knitting patterns, refreshed and additional projects, a new bibliography and suppliers list, and improved step-by-step knitting instructions. Plus, from the book, you can access step-by-step instructional videos online that enable you to see and practice the knitting techniques found in the book.

From casting on to knitting in the round—and more—this new edition provides refreshed content and new images and access to online videos to help you follow along with the text. The book's user-friendly online instructional videos empower you to get started knitting immediately.

• Includes refreshed knitting projects
• Empowers you to confidently knit your own handmade creations
• A brand-new edition of the bestselling guide to knitting

Experienced and novice knitters alike can benefit from the step-by-step instructions and informative videos included in this new edition of Knitting For Dummies!

Knitting For Dummies (9781119643203) was previously published as Knitting For Dummies (9781118661512). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.

Pam Allen is a knitwear designer and founder of Quince & Co.

Shannon Okey is an author and knitwear designer. Find her at knitgrrl.com.

Tracy L. Barr is a professional writer and editor.

Marlaina "Marly" Bird hosts her own YouTube channel, where she instructs viewers on knitting and crochet.

Introduction 1

Part 1: Getting Started with Knitting 5

Chapter 1: Two Needles, a Ball of Yarn, and a Little Know-how 7

Chapter 2: Tools of the Trade 15

Chapter 3: Taking the Mystery Out of Patterns and Gauge 41

Part 2: Knitting Primer 55

Chapter 4: The Fundamentals: Casting On, Knitting, Purling, and Binding Off 57

Chapter 5: Basic Stitches You’ll Use Again and Again 77

Chapter 6: Techniques Every Knitter Should Know 89

Chapter 7: Oops! Fixing Common Mistakes 109

Chapter 8: Knitting in the Round 123

Chapter 9: Practicing with Simple Projects 133

Part 3: Techniques for the More Experienced Knitter 149

Chapter 10: Adding Interest with Stripes 151

Chapter 11: Cable Musings and Interesting Twists 171

Chapter 12: Let the Sun Shine In: Knitting Lace 195

Chapter 13: Fair Isle and Intarsia Techniques 215

Chapter 14: Fulling Fun: Making Your Project’s Presence Felt 237

Part 4: Making Knitted Garments 249

Chapter 15: Anatomy of a Sweater Pattern 251

Chapter 16: How to Knit a Sweater, Step by Step 259

Chapter 17: Getting It Together: Blocking and Assembling Your Pieces 275

Chapter 18: Finishing Touches: Neckbands, Edging, Buttonholes, and More 303

Chapter 19: Starter Garments 319

Part 5: The Part of Tens 339

Chapter 20: Ten Quick Knitting Projects and Gifts 341

Chapter 21: Ten Unkinking Exercises for Knitters 353

Part 6: Appendixes 357

Appendix A: More Stitches and Cool Effects 359

Appendix B: Knitting Resources 373

Index 377