A Passion for Knitting

Nancy J. Thomas is editorial director at Lion Brand Yarn Company, the former editor of Vogue Knitting and Knitter's Magazine, the founding editor of Family Circle Knitting, and author of a nationally syndicated column called "The NeedleWorks." Nancy also coauthored Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book. She has appeared on television, including the Today show, to promote knitting and has hosted hand-knitting fashion shows around the country.

The World of Knitting Right at Your Fingertips More than a how-to book, A Passion for Knitting goes beyond teaching the craft and introduces readers to the culture of knitting. In Part I, you'll find fully illustrated instructions for learning stitches and mastering technique, presented with unprecedented clarity. They're so simple that you really can learn without a teacher. With this book in hand -- and no prior experience -- you will be able to knit a gorgeous sweater, scarf, or throw. Next, Part II welcomes new knitters to the worldwide knitting community, exploring the myriad benefits this popular craft has to offer. This section, unique among all other guides, invites readers to Tap into the power of knitting as a means of reducing stress and expressing creativity Meet the design "gurus" and other stars of the knitting world Discover opportunities for fellowship and networking with other knitters in clubs, conventions, and unique cultural fiber tours to countries ranging from England to Peru Use their knitting skills to meaningfully support charities Learn about the fashion trends in knitting from Trisha Malcolm, editor in chief of Vogue Knitting

ContentsForeword by Melanie FalickIntroductionPART IThe Craft of Knitting1. Tools2. Learning the Knit Stitch3. Learning the Purl Stitch4. Learning the Rib Stitch5. Help!!6. Scarves7. Increasing Your Knowledge8. Glossary of Knitting Terms 9. Making Your First Sweater10. Finishing and Sizing11. Bells and Whistles12. Branching OutPART IIThe World of Knitting 13. Knitting for Charity14. Collecting and Storing Yarn15. Knitting Traditions16. Fashion Trends in Knitting BY TRISHA MALCOLM17. Knitting on the Go -- Events and Travel18. Knitting on the Web19. The Healing Power of Knitting20. The Commerce of Knitting21. The Chain of Knitting Instruction22. Knitting Fellowship23. Showing Off24. The Literature of KnittingResourcesList of PatternsIndex