π 5 Essential Knitting Stitch Dictionaries
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- Knitspiration: 5 Essential Knitting Stitch Dictionaries
- Stitchionary: An arch of cables
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π 5 Essential Knitting Stitch Dictionaries
Stitch dictionaries are the first place we go to for inspiration.
Whether it's for colorwork, cables, or something unique, they're an invaluable resource.
Here are a few we think are worth investing in, if you don't already own them.
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βVogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Stitch Dictionaryβ
What is it?β
Based on the best selling Stitchionary series, this book combines stitches from multiple volumes into one giant reference.
Why you should own it?β
It's beautiful (like most things Vogue does) and it has more stitches than almost any other stitch dictionary.
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βJapanese Knitting Stitch Bible by Hitomi Shidaβ
What is it?β
A collection of knitting stitches originally published in Japan in 1996. Until this book was published in 2017 it was quite difficult to find Japanese stitch dictionaries.
Why you should own it?β
Japanese stitches are "different," in a good way. They're meticulously charted, incredibly detailed, and absolutely gorgeous. If you want to challenge yourself, this is a great place to start.
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βAlterKnit Stitch Dictionary by Andrea Rangelβ
What is it?β
This book is filled with modern stranded colorwork motifs, from cool geometric patterns to rows of little sheep.
Why you should own it?β
If you want to level up your fair isle or other stranded colorwork projects this book will give you some "non-traditional" ideas to work with. Also check out her followup book coming out this October.
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βThe Ultimate All-Around Stitch Dictionary by Wendy Bernardβ
What is it?β
Every wondered how to turn a stitch pattern from flat to in the round? This book does all that work for you and more.
Why you should own it?β
This is actually one of three books in a series by Wendy Bernard, any of which are worth having in your library.
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β150 Scandinavian Motifs by Mary Jane Mucklestoneβ
What is it?β
A more traditional collection of stranded colorwork motifs from the Nordic region of Europe.
Why you should own it?β
If you like more classic colorwork then this might be more your style. She also has a book of fair isle motifs.
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βBONUS PICK: 365 Knitting Stitches A Year Perpetual Calendarβ
What is it?β
A flip calendar with a new knitting stitch every day...
Why you should own it?β
This little calendar was a major inspiration for our first website New Stitch a Day. It hasn't been updated in 20 years, but a new version comes out in November!
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So there you have it! Our picks for some great knitting stitch dictionaries to add to your collection.
If we missed your favorite hit reply and share them with use so we can include them in a future round up!
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Daily Stitch
Arch Cable Stitch
Most cable stitches are made on a background of reverse stockinette.
This helps them pop off the fabric.
But what happens when you don't do that.
Something a little more subtle and a lot more interesting.
| Watch The Tutorial & Get Instructions |
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Pattern Pick
Archie Cable Hat by Johnny Vasquez
The moment I saw the arched cable stitch I knew I needed to design a hat with it.
It's subtle texture makes for a very interesting fabric.
This hat is easy and fun to knit, and will probably teach you a few new skills in the process.
AND right now you can choose your price!
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