Loom Knitting Guide & Patterns (eBook)

Perfect for Beginner to Advanced Loom Knitters

Kristen K Mangus (Autor)

Kristen K Mangus (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2016 | 1., 2nd Edition
120 Seiten
Goodknit Kisses (Verlag)
978-0-9976329-2-7 (ISBN)

Infos

In this book, Loom Knitting Guide & Patterns, you will learn basics to beyond, find valuable reference information, math explained, and simply find how to get the most out of your knitting skills. Learn abbreviations and their meanings, stitches explained, how to work stitches, and patterns to get you started. Skills for this book range from absolute beginner to advanced loom knitters. If you have already loomed before feel free to dive right in or visit the Loom Basics Chapter first to get a jump-start. Intermediate and advanced loom knitters will find valuable reference materials in the Knitter's Math and Charts Chapter.Includes links for video and online references; a master link is given to access a bonus PDF with 10 valuable charts and 170 reference links.Unlike other loom knitting books, this book includes a valuable chart on looms listed in their gauge. It also suggests equivalant needle ranges, yarn weights, stitches per inch ranges and even the right crochet hook to go with it all. Metric numbers are also included for the UK/AU standard for yarn. This was a true labor of love and features a chapter dedicated on Gauge! Also found are how to read patterns and charts, how to convert a needle pattern with a handy reference chart, and calculate formulas for how much yarn needed or stitches to cast-on! Besides all the reference materials, you will find 10 patterns included.This book has been requested by many friends and followers of Kristen Mangus and GoodKnit Kisses YouTube channel over the years and is dedicated to them. ';Today GKK has over 137K Subscribers and 20 Million views with people getting the help they need and having fun!' -KristenExcerpt From: Kristen Mangus. ';Loom Knitting Guide & Patterns' For more on Kristen Mangus or GoodKnit Kisses visit http://goodknitkisses.com or http://www.youtube.com/goodknitkissesHere are reviews already coming in on this book from fellow loom knitters:This book is a must have from beginners to experienced loom knitters. Its a treasure trove of information, references and materials with patterns for beginners to the experienced knitters. I have not come across a loom knit book this comprehensive. Kristen did an amazing job with this ebook. Kudos!! -CalvinI think the book is simply amazing! I think it should become the go to book for every loom knitter. It has everything you need to get started as a loom knitter. Plus, the charts, tools in there to help experienced loom knitters. Its the best loom knitting book Ive ever seen. It is absolutely worth every penny. I cant wait to give the book a more thorough look. - R. A.This is the most detailed book Ive seen in awhile! I love all the written instructions, examples, chart AND links to videos!! I feel like my head is gonna explode with all the information given - Valerie

Inhalt

Introduction
Acknowledgments
1-Loom Basics - Terms and First Hat(s)
a.Using your Loom
b.Overview on Loom Sizes and Gauge
c.Overview on Reading Written and Charted Patterns
d.Abbreviations
e.Quick Start Techniques List
f.Basic Terms and Getting Started
g.Quick Start Hat
h.Glossary and Terms Continued
i.Skill Level Symbols
j.Stitches & Technique Video References
k.Donating Your Work
2-How to Read Patterns and Charts
a.Overview Reading Patterns and Charts
b.Chart Key
c.Flat Knitting Chart; Seed Stitch examples
-a.Written Version
-b.Rows & Columns
-c.Written Variations (5 samples & compare needle to loom)
d.Circular Knitting Chart; Double Moss Stitch examples
-a.Written Version
-b.Rows/Rounds & Columns
-c.Variations
e.Wrapping up! Keys to Pattern Reading
f.Homework 1 & 2
-a.Pyramid Stitch Charts and Swatch (flat panel)
-b.Pyramid Stitch Charts and Swatch (circular)
g.Converting Needle Patterns
h.Stitch Conversion Chart - Convert WS stitches to RS
i.Guidelines and Tips (needle to loom)
j.Best Cast-on Types to Match Needles
3-Tips, Techniques and More
a.Earflaps - Formula for any size hat (Math)
b.Visors - Formula for any size hat (Math)
c.Crown of Hats - different ways to reduce bulk
d.Tutorial References for Techniques
-a.Change colors or Add a ball of yarn
-b.S loom and Afghan Looms - wide panel looms
-c.Loose Ends
-d.Kitchener Stitch
-e.Pull 3 strands of yarn from 1 ball
-f.Stitches to Cast-On
-g.Pom poms
e.Curl up and Dye! Knitting that Curls (Why & How - prevent or fix)
f.Wet Block Your Knitting
g.Travel With Knitting
4-Gauge - Knitting Gauge & Loom Gauge
a.Needle Pattern Notes
b.Loom Gauge
c.Loom Gauge Categories
d.Manufacturer Notes on Loom Gauge
e.Pattern Notes for Loom Gauge
f.Loom Comparison Examples
g.Adjustable Looms
h.Loom Gauge Chart (brand, loom, loom gauge, needle equivalent range, yarn weights, stitches per inch, crochet hook range)
5-Knitter's Math and Charts (Sizes)
a.Why Swatch?
b.Making a Gauge Swatch
c.Measure Knitting Gauge
d.Obtaining Pattern Gauge - Help, my gauge is off!
e.Calculator General Notes
f.Cast-On Formula
g.Row Formula
h.Yarn Required Calculator & Supplies
i.How Much Yarn Was Used? Formula
j.How Much Yarn Do I Need to Buy? Formula
k.Magic Circle Formula (Shawls, Afghans and More)
l.How to Measure
m.Sock Math
n.Hat Chart
o.Blanket Sizes Chart
p.Baby Sizes Chart (clothing)
q.Child Sizes Chart (clothing) & Scarf Math
r.Women Sizes for Chart (clothing) & Scarf Math
s.Men Sizes for Chart (clothing) & Scarf Math
6-Patterns
-Flower Wrap Bracelet or Necklace
-Bulky Moss Beanie 
-Fingerless Mitts 
-Simple Scarflet Neck Warmer
-Triple Flip Scarf 
-Slouchy Newsboy Hat
-Dew Drop Shawl
-Bobble Button Newsboy Hat
-Chic Retreat Cowl
-Celtic Knot Cable Scarf

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 20.5.2016
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Freizeit / Hobby ► Handarbeit / Textiles
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Freizeit / Hobby ► Heimwerken / Do it yourself
• Schlagworte: convert needle to loom • GoodKnit Kisses • knitting without needles • Kristen Mangus • loom knit • loom knit charts • loom knit patterns • loom knitting • tricot
• ISBN-10: 0-9976329-2-5 / 0997632925
• ISBN-13: 978-0-9976329-2-7 / 9780997632927