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The Gnomes of Grimblewood

The Gnomes of Grimblewood

$21.95 USD
$21.95 USD
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Sarah Schira

Whether you’re a seasoned knitter or a curious novice, you’ll find everything you need to create your own magical companions.

Dive into the heart of Grimblewood with patterns for 8 captivating gnomes. From Gnatalia, the garment historian in service to the Ladybug Queen, to Gnorri, the skilled gardener tending to the Ancient Oak, each gnome has a distinct personality waiting to be explored. These whimsical characters are not just knitted creations; they’re tales waiting to be told.

  • The book begins with advice on all the materials and notions you need, followed by a small techniques section on all the basic know-how to create your gnome (including stitches and bodies)
  • Then, grab your needles and necessities and knit 8 of gnomes that live in the mystical forest of Grimblewood!
  • Every gnome is made in 2 weights of yarn – fingering (4-ply) and light worsted (DK/8-ply), so you can knit your favorite individual in both a small or medium size.
  • Only five colors are used to make each weight of gnome, meaning you don’t need to invest in dozens of different shades.
  • Sarah Schira has also given advice on how to adapt your gnomes to make them child-friendly, if you wish to make friends for the little ones in your life.

Unleash your creativity, explore various techniques, and bring these whimsical characters to life. Whether you’re knitting for yourself or creating cherished gifts for loved ones, the world of Grimblewood awaits your creative touch.

 

Debbie Tomkies

This indispensable knitter’s manual is the perfect handbook for knitters to come back to time and time again.

Teaching key skills such as how to read patterns and charts, which needles and yarn to choose, how to hold your work, casting on and off, essential stitches and finishing – this is the only book you need to get started on your knitting journey. And, once you’ve got the basics under your belt, there is a wide range of knitting techniques to explore – including lace, cables, textured patterns, beaded work and embellishments. This manual provides a great reference for beginners and beyond. Having a wide repertoire of techniques at your fingertips will enhance every project you turn your hand to.

Includes a handy SOS section giving expert tips on avoiding and spotting mistakes, using lifelines and how to rescue and fix common errors.
 
Topics covered:
  •  Understanding abbreviations
  •  Fitting knit garments
  •  Tension swatches
  •  Cables and mock cables Assembly
  •  Bands and buttonholes
  •  Beadwork
  •  Blocking and pressing
  •  Bobbles, fringes, pompoms
  •  Stem stitch
  •  Cast-ons
  •  Circular knitting
  •  Jogless circular knitting
  •  Round vs rows
  •  Colourwork
  •  Increase and decrease
  •  Fixing dropped stitches
  •  Edges and joining edges
  •  Fair Isle
  •  Fastenings Picot Seams

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