Thank you for mentioning Margaret Radcliffe. Margaret gave an hour presentation to our Knitting Guild. She is the most humble, kind and knowledgeable woman. Her books are invaluable.
I would add Clara Parkes The Book of Wool and The Book of Yarn. Both give you a much better understanding of how to select the best yarn that you can afford for your project. Both are gems.
I have The Book of Yarn and love it! I want the wool book too! I just received The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook today and it is PACKED with info on wool and fiber. I may end up needing to do a review on that book.
@@DrowninginYarn There is also a smaller version of that which I take to yarn festivals with small producers so I buy the right yarn for a project. Those festivals will come back again
@@DrowninginYarn I've heard the Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook is amazing! would love to see a review on that sometime. I'm going to look for The Knowledgeable Knitter- it sounds very good! Thanks for the recommendation
@@sunnyw4148 Sunny, you mentioned a smaller version of a book you take to yarn festivals to help purchase the correct wool. Which book were you referring to? I think that’s a brilliant idea. And yes, I already have a hotel room booked in hopes that Rhinebeck happens this year. 🤞I don’t think my local one in May, The Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival, will be on though.🙁
Awesome books - you’ve included the book I would have suggested down in the description box already - that is Tin Can Knits “Strange Brew”. Fantastic book to build your own sized sweaters.
Thank you for those suggestion: I'm building myself my library of such books. My first suggestion is not a book but a magazine : the vogue knitting magazine for this winter. The patterns are size inclusive (xs to xxx) and are so beautiful. I already made 2 patterns and I learned techniques that I was sure to not be able to do. I was just sad to learn that they have only 2 new one per year. The book that I can't stop just looking at and want to make most of the pattern is 100 knits by interwave. A 500 pages of pure glory: each pattern are shown with many pictures... The other one that I like because of the pure originality of the things made in it: dolls, christmas balls, cushion, clothes for the dolls... is Arne and Carlos Favorite designs. Have a good day! Really sorry for my lenghty response: My 2 hobby are reading and knitting and you just kindda press a special piece in my heart, lol!!!
Don't apologize! I appreciate the comment :-) I need to finally read Vogue Knitting... I've never checked out the magazine. Also, the Arne and Carlos book sound so interesting! Thank you!
Thank you so much for the recommendations. I ordered The Knowledgeable Knitter yesterday, it arrived today and I already know it's going to be such a valuable purchase!
All your videos are so informative and interesting. You inspire me and help me with my knitting and give me confidence to try new techniques. Thank you so much Caleb 🧶
I found Building Blocks by Knit Purl Hunter is a great learning tool. It walks you through 12 different squares that get more complex and also builds on the skills you are learning in previous squares. When your done your 12 squares sew them together and voila you have a gorgeous blanket.
One resource I use is "The Knitter's Book of Knowledge" by Debbie Bliss. It's good for most skill levels, although some of the advanced topics aren't covered well, if at all. The only drawback I can see is that it's written for the British, but she does her best to translate things for us Americans; on a positive note, this gives you insight into how to read British patterns.
I have to suggest Knitting From The Top Down by Barbara Walker (raglan sweaters aren't the only option :) ) and Knitting in the Old Way by Priscilla Gibson Roberts. Both are more theory/reference books than patterns, and even though Knitting in Old Way is more bottom-up sweaters, the techniques and rules-of-thumb she has applies just as well to top-down knitting.
I have the Vogue book and I’ve tried looking up a few things and none of them were covered - most noticeably they don’t cover how to do German short rows.
The book I use the most frequently is the little, little sister of the Vogue Knitting book that you show. It's call Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Quick Reference Guide.
I think that Colorwork Bible has my name on it. And maybe the Vogue encyclopedia... I've been looking for more technical books, as I tend to stay away from more pattern-heavy books because, yeah, I usually only like one pattern out of the dozen offered (mostly because there's hardly ever more than one male/unisex pattern in each of these books.)
When you want to read something fun that also has great tips, tricks and awesome information get Stephanie Pearl McPhee’s book “Knitting Rules”. She’s an amazing knitter, author and teacher. She’s written many books but this is my favorite! It’s a book you can pick up and read a chapter at a time and in addition to being entertained, you learn something.
Hi I love your choices in books, you should get "The Principles of Knitting" it is a wealth of knowledge, Amazon has it and for the 30 dollars i paid for it I would say it is worth it's weight in information.
Thank you for mentioning Margaret Radcliffe. Margaret gave an hour presentation to our Knitting Guild. She is the most humble, kind and knowledgeable woman. Her books are invaluable.
I agree.
Just checked out The Colorwork Bible from my library - thanks for the suggestion!
Experienced knitter here. I also love Knitting Rules. A lot,
I would add Clara Parkes The Book of Wool and The Book of Yarn. Both give you a much better understanding of how to select the best yarn that you can afford for your project. Both are gems.
I have The Book of Yarn and love it! I want the wool book too! I just received The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook today and it is PACKED with info on wool and fiber. I may end up needing to do a review on that book.
@@DrowninginYarn There is also a smaller version of that which I take to yarn festivals with small producers so I buy the right yarn for a project. Those festivals will come back again
@@sunnyw4148 That's great to know! Thank you!
@@DrowninginYarn I've heard the Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook is amazing! would love to see a review on that sometime. I'm going to look for The Knowledgeable Knitter- it sounds very good! Thanks for the recommendation
@@sunnyw4148 Sunny, you mentioned a smaller version of a book you take to yarn festivals to help purchase the correct wool. Which book were you referring to? I think that’s a brilliant idea. And yes, I already have a hotel room booked in hopes that Rhinebeck happens this year. 🤞I don’t think my local one in May, The Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival, will be on though.🙁
Awesome books - you’ve included the book I would have suggested down in the description box already - that is Tin Can Knits “Strange Brew”. Fantastic book to build your own sized sweaters.
It really is a great book with so much information. With just that one book, you could make an endless number of unique sweaters.
Thank you for those suggestion: I'm building myself my library of such books. My first suggestion is not a book but a magazine : the vogue knitting magazine for this winter. The patterns are size inclusive (xs to xxx) and are so beautiful. I already made 2 patterns and I learned techniques that I was sure to not be able to do. I was just sad to learn that they have only 2 new one per year. The book that I can't stop just looking at and want to make most of the pattern is 100 knits by interwave. A 500 pages of pure glory: each pattern are shown with many pictures... The other one that I like because of the pure originality of the things made in it: dolls, christmas balls, cushion, clothes for the dolls... is Arne and Carlos Favorite designs. Have a good day! Really sorry for my lenghty response: My 2 hobby are reading and knitting and you just kindda press a special piece in my heart, lol!!!
Don't apologize! I appreciate the comment :-) I need to finally read Vogue Knitting... I've never checked out the magazine. Also, the Arne and Carlos book sound so interesting! Thank you!
Thanks! Just ordered the colorwork bible. Appreciate the suggestion.
Thank you so much for the recommendations. I ordered The Knowledgeable Knitter yesterday, it arrived today and I already know it's going to be such a valuable purchase!
All your videos are so informative and interesting. You inspire me and help me with my knitting and give me confidence to try new techniques. Thank you so much Caleb 🧶
Oh wow! This is such an amazing compliment! I’m glad you’re enjoying my content and it makes me so happy to hear you’re branching out :-)
I found Building Blocks by Knit Purl Hunter is a great learning tool. It walks you through 12 different squares that get more complex and also builds on the skills you are learning in previous squares. When your done your 12 squares sew them together and voila you have a gorgeous blanket.
Thanks! My LYS actually teaches a class based on that book. It looks like a fun project!
Thank you, these are really helpful resources!
I have three of those books and will order The Knowledgeable Knitter tomorrow! Thanks for the recommendation. Keep making the great videos.
You are going to love this book! It’s such an amazing resource!
My copy of The Knowledgeable Knitter will arrive Friday! So excited!
One resource I use is "The Knitter's Book of Knowledge" by Debbie Bliss. It's good for most skill levels, although some of the advanced topics aren't covered well, if at all. The only drawback I can see is that it's written for the British, but she does her best to translate things for us Americans; on a positive note, this gives you insight into how to read British patterns.
I have to suggest Knitting From The Top Down by Barbara Walker (raglan sweaters aren't the only option :) ) and Knitting in the Old Way by Priscilla Gibson Roberts. Both are more theory/reference books than patterns, and even though Knitting in Old Way is more bottom-up sweaters, the techniques and rules-of-thumb she has applies just as well to top-down knitting.
A delightfully helpful video Caleb. Do you know of any book which focus on designing a knitted garment?
I have the Vogue book and I’ve tried looking up a few things and none of them were covered - most noticeably they don’t cover how to do German short rows.
The book I use the most frequently is the little, little sister of the Vogue Knitting book that you show. It's call Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Quick Reference Guide.
I should check that book out as well! I've been meaning to pick it up!
Thank you. I have so many books that are duds. No ads today, yaaay! 😄
It’s hard to find the good ones sometimes 😊 Hopefully you like these if you pick them up!
Principles of Knitting by June Hemmons Hyatt is a great reference book that is always on my coffee table.
Very inspiring, thanx for this episode!
Glad you enjoyed it!
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Thank you! Love your channel.
Thank you so much :-)
I think that Colorwork Bible has my name on it. And maybe the Vogue encyclopedia...
I've been looking for more technical books, as I tend to stay away from more pattern-heavy books because, yeah, I usually only like one pattern out of the dozen offered (mostly because there's hardly ever more than one male/unisex pattern in each of these books.)
If you get the books, I would love to hear what you think!
Fabulous information!!
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for the information. Great video.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you!
Awesome books👍
Glad you like the suggestions!
Cast on bind off by Leslie Ann Bestor
I bought this book last week and it's a great guide to all kinds of techniques that I didn't even know existed!
The only knitting book I own (so far.) Great format to chuck it into your project bag as well.
When you want to read something fun that also has great tips, tricks and awesome information get Stephanie Pearl McPhee’s book “Knitting Rules”. She’s an amazing knitter, author and teacher. She’s written many books but this is my favorite! It’s a book you can pick up and read a chapter at a time and in addition to being entertained, you learn something.
Thanks for the recommendation!
Hi I love your choices in books, you should get "The Principles of Knitting" it is a wealth of knowledge, Amazon has it and for the 30 dollars i paid for it I would say it is worth it's weight in information.
Thanks for the recommendation! I will add it to my cart!