Knitting Pretty

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Knitting Pretty
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Kris Percival
By (author) France Ruffenach
Photographs by France Ruffenach
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:120
Dimensions(mm): Height 225,Width 205
Category/GenreKnitting and crochet
ISBN/Barcode 9780811835336
ClassificationsDewey:746.432041
Audience
General
Illustrations 24 full colour photographs

Publishing Details

Publisher Chronicle Books
Imprint Chronicle Books
Publication Date 24 October 2002
Publication Country United States

Description

Knitting Pretty features 30 recipes for chic and simple hats, bags, mittens, and scarves, plus fun gifts like pillow covers and baby booties. Easy to navigate and unique in its use of straightforward language rather than arcane abbreviations, Knitting Pretty uses diagrams and simple step-by-step instructions to teach the reader the basics. Fully illustrated with photographs of finished projects and featuring a comprehensive glossary, it's the ultimate beginner's guide.

Author Biography

Kris Percival was born in the wool-steeped wilds of Maine, but today she knits in Brooklyn. Her handknit fashions are featured at Barney's and Butter. France Ruffenach is a San Francisco based photographer whose work has appeared in such magazines as Bon Appetit and Parenting.