Nicky Epstein is a celebrated knitting designer renowned for her inventive stitch combinations and vibrant colorwork, particularly in her sweaters. She masterfully employs the appliqué of separately knitted motifs, adding a unique dimension to her creations. Epstein's approach revitalizes traditional techniques, offering fresh perspectives and inspiring knitters with her distinctive aesthetic. Her significant contributions have solidified her status as a prominent figure in the world of knitting design.
This comprehensive guide to crochet edging will take you to the next level and is sure to be an essential part of your needlework library. With approximately 200 different edgings and some gorgeous projects, all with detailed instructions, pattern charts and photographs, Nicky Epstein's guide will have crocheters grabbing for their hooks.
Quirky, attractive knitted flowers, fringes, lattice edgings, and other embellishments can add style and flair to handmade knitted garments, store-bought sweaters, household items, and more. This book contains hundreds of ideas and instructions for using knitted appliques, borders, cords, embroidery, and enhancements such as fringes, tassels, pom-poms, and ties. Step-by-step instructions, line drawings, and charts present more than 350 patterns for all types of embellishments. A special section includes techniques on how to incorporate these patterns into projects. Photographs provide guidance and inspiration to novices and experts.
Compiled by an acclaimed knitwear designer and teacher, this collection of 350 knitted edgings, borders, and trims runs the gamut of styles and offers something for all tastes. A wealth of individual project ideas are featured for ribbed edges, ruffles, lace, fringes, flora, and garters. Color photographs accompany each of the designs, which rely upon readily available yarns and which come complete with line-by-line stitching instructions. Decorate cuffs, finish hems, and customize your own unique sweater. Develop distinctive styles and patterns using ideas such as the feather lace ruffle, bel epoque, garter stitch weave, sea scallop edge, sugar drop and much more.
You won’t believe what you can make with knitted circles! One circle can become a stylish hat or an adorable shrug. Two, and you have a unique handbag or cover-up. Knit more circles, and you can make show-stopping scarves, capes, sweaters, afghans—even a stunning lace dress. Only Nicky Epstein, always on the cutting edge of knitwear design, could dream up these innovative garments and accessories that all start with a simple shape. In her bestselling book Knitting Block by Block, Nicky elevated the humble block to outstanding fashion, but that was just the beginning. Now she takes on a new challenge and shows you how to make a statement with circles. Mix and match to your heart’s content with 100 circles and 20 inspiring projects that feature everything from cables to rich colorwork, delicate lace, and over-the-top embellishments in Nicky’s signature style. You’ll find step-by-step techniques on how to knit circles, both in the round and flat, plus expert guidance on customizing the projects, with unique cut-and-paste circle templates to design your own styles. With this groundbreaking book, you’ll never look at circles the same way. Once again, Nicky Epstein has outdone herself, opening up a world of creative possibilities with a gorgeous knitting reference that will have you knitting in the best of circles over and over.
A collection of 25 sophisticated patterns for beautiful sweaters, jackets and accessories. It features designs that offer interesting new twists on classic handknit designs. It offers knitters of all skill levels adventurous, wearable projects that showcase innovative and clever construction and garment details.
This official Barbie knitwear book allows the reader to give every girl's favourite doll a wardrobe worthy of her popularity. The 75 stylish patterns include vintage looks, wedding dresses, sportswear, beachwear, and bags and accessories.
Using Epstein's fresh approach and simple step-by-step instructions, knitters make a square (often with colour work or quirky techniques), sew it into the designated shape, and stuff it! Fun embellishments add details and character to each creature.
Prachtvolle Rosen, Sonnenblumen in abgestuften Gelbtönen oder zarte Goldlackblüten: Gestrickte Blumen eignen sich wunderbar als kleine Akzente oder üppiger Blickfang auf einem Kleidungsstück oder Accessoire. Zur Auswahl stehen 37 bezaubernde Blüten - ein- und mehrfarbig, gefilzt oder mit Federn, Perlen und Glitzersteinchen verziert -, die dank der genauen Strickanleitungen schnell von der Hand gehen. Noch mehr florale Pracht bieten 10 Handarbeitsprojekte wie ein dekoratives Kissen, eine feminine Jacke oder eine traumhafte gefilzte Tasche.
Die schönsten Blüten einfach häkeln Ob ein- oder mehrfarbig, verfilzt oder mit Glitzersteinen verziert, als einzelne Blüte oder in Gruppen angeordnet: Die kleinen Kunstwerke sind großartig geeignet, um Kleidung und Accessoires eine individuelle Note zu verleihen. Zur Auswahl stehen über 50 Blüten und Blätter, die dank der genauen Häkelschriften und Anleitungen schnell und einfach nachzuarbeiten sind. Abgerundet wird das Buch durch acht bezaubernde Handarbeitsprojekte - von einem üppigen Halsschmuck über blütenbesetzte Handschuhe bis hin zu einer frechen Filztasche.
