Books for Knitting, Crochet, Weaving, Fiber Arts, and Decorating
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Sock Yarn One-Skein Wonders
Regular price $ 18.95 Save $ -18.95Spin Me A Yarn - A Sweater's Story of Love by Jenny Von Der Ruhr
Regular price $ 15.99 Save $ -15.99Written and Photographed by local artist.
Can a sweater, when made with love as a gift, be magic? Momma mouse and her sweet daughter Flora think so! In this imaginative story, a hand knit purple sweater narrates her journey from ball of yarn to birthday present. The journey is filled with doubts from others, as well as her own, her anxiety about her life with a new family, and ultimately discovering appreciation and love.
ASIN : B0C47J8WHH
Publisher : Independently published (May 3, 2023)
Language : English
Paperback : 39 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8389353503
Item Weight : 4.5 ounces
Dimensions : 8.25 x 0.1 x 8.25 inches
Spin Off - the Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn - Fall 2023 - Vol. XLVII No. 3
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99Spin Off - the Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn - Spring 2024 - Vol. XLVIII No. 1
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99Spin Off - the Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn - Winter 2024 - Vol. XLVII No. 4
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99This special issue delves into the long history of our natural fibers, allowing us to look deep into the past while spinning into the future. Explore how Finnish weaver Hannnele Köngäs uses high-twist yarns and rare wool to create textured textiles. Be transported to a Moroccan village to see a tradition called twiza—the art of working wool together—and share a Diné shepherd’s history of the Navajo-Churro. Learn to blend Southdown with flax for a knitted shawl, work two half-hitch methods for a smoother spindle technique, and crochet an ever-useful rare-breed case for your fave device. This natural-fiber issue will have you searching for silky suri fleeces, Shaniko wool, and more!
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Spin Off Fall 2021 Magazine, Volume XLV, Number 3
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99The Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn
Spin Off explores the art and craft of making yarn. Each issue connects you to new and familiar voices in the handspinning community and is packed with information about fibers, tools, and traditions to inspire your creativity.
In this issue are the Spinner's Toolbox Accessories You'll Love; Nostepinne Wind 3 Ways, On the Bias Spin + Weave a Pin-Loom Scarf; and so much more! Check out our current inventory of back issues as well.
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Spin Off Fall 2022 Magazine, Volume XLVI, Number 3
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99The Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn
Our annual tool issue turns the spotlight on spinning wheels. Discover the often-missed measurements that can help you choose the best wheel for your body. Learn how the Coast Salish peoples adapted traditional spindles into treadle spinners, influencing wheels that might be in your house today. Find out if 3D printing could be the solution for broken or missing parts on antique wheels. And tackle wheel adjustments for spinning a blend of cotton and cottonized hemp.
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Spin Off Spring 2022 Magazine, Volume XLVI, Number 1
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99The Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn
Spin Off explores the art and craft of making yarn. Each issue connects you to new and familiar voices in the handspinning community and is packed with information about fibers, tools, and traditions to inspire your creativity.
In this issue: From earthy shades to ultra-saturated hues, few things excite spinners more than color. Delve into color explorations beyond the dyepot. Spin and knit a Swedish heart-warmer shawl using natural sheep colors. And discover tips for minimizing dye fading in your personal textiles.
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Spin Off Summer 2021 Magazine, Volume XLV, Number 2
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99The Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn
Spin Off explores the art and craft of making yarn. Each issue connects you to new and familiar voices in the handspinning community and is packed with information about fibers, tools, and traditions to inspire your creativity.
In this issue are Whorls and Pulleys: What's the difference?; The Art & Science of Twist; Cabled Yarns! By the Numbers or By Feel; Decoding Ancient Yarn Neanderthal 3-Ply, Bronze-Age Cables & More; 3 Summer Spins; and so much more! Check out our current inventory of back issues as well.
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Spin Off Summer 2022 Magazine, Volume XLVI, Number 2
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99The Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn
Spin Off explores the art and craft of making yarn. Each issue connects you to new and familiar voices in the handspinning community and is packed with information about fibers, tools, and traditions to inspire your creativity.
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Join us for a deep dive into intentional texture, from smooth to slubby, silky to fuzzy. Explore ways to create, adapt, and use texture in your fibers, yarns, and finished textiles. Try creating handspun halo from four luxury fibers. Be inspired by 10 cabled-yarn variations. And learn how to avoid (or add!) slubs in your yarn.
Spin Off Winter 2021 Magazine
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99The Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn
Spin Off explores the art and craft of making yarn. Each issue connects you to new and familiar voices in the handspinning community and is packed with information about fibers, tools, and traditions to inspire your creativity.
Spin Off Winter 2022 Magazine, Volume XLV, Number 4
Regular price $ 9.99 Save $ -9.99The Art & Craft of Spinning Yarn
Spin Off explores the art and craft of making yarn. Each issue connects you to new and familiar voices in the handspinning community and is packed with information about fibers, tools, and traditions to inspire your creativity.
In this issue are Building Better Blends, Rare-Breed Tweed Card You Own, Stronger Socks Naturally, and so much more! Check out our current inventory of back issues as well.
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Spinning Tails Children's Book by Kinsely and Lloyd
Regular price $ 16.95 Save $ -16.95Spring Harbour: 8 Designs For Summer - Knitting Pattern Book by Jody Long
Regular price $ 14.99 Save $ -14.99Jody Long introduces 8 new coastal designs for summer using his new yarn Flora, debuting for the 2022 spring/summer season.
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Star Wars Knitting the Galaxy
Regular price $ 29.99 Save $ -29.99Featuring 28 projects based on George Lucas’s epic film saga, Star Wars: Knitting the Galaxy is the ultimate guide to creating stunning projects inspired by Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Rey, and a whole host of droids, ships, and aliens from a galaxy far, far away.
Bring the power of the Force to your needles with the first official Star Wars knitting pattern book. Featuring 28 knits pictured in gorgeous full-color photography, Star Wars: Knitting the Galaxy includes patterns for toys, apparel, and home decor inspired by your favorite movie moments, characters (both human and alien), droids, ships, and more. Projects range from simple patterns like the Ewok Hood (sized for both children and adults!) to more complex projects like the Darth Vader Pullover. It even includes patterns for knitted replicas of a few iconic costume pieces, such as Luke Skywalker’s cropped flight vest from Episode IV A New Hope and Rey’s vest and arm warmers from Episode VIII The Last Jedi. With projects for knitters at all levels and a variety of techniques to practice—including stranded colorwork, double-knitting, and lace knitting—Star Wars: Knitting the Galaxy is the perfect book for knitting fans across the galaxy.
Hardcover | 207 pages
Statement Macramé
Regular price $ 22.99 Save $ -22.99Create Stunning Large-Scale Wall Art, Headboards, Backdrops and Plant Hangers with Step-by-Step Tutorials by Natalie Ranae
Natalie Ranae taught readers the basics of designing macramé in her first book, Macramé at Home, and now she is back to teach next-level macramé projects. Just as Natalie created large-scale, chic macramé pieces for spas, such as the Knot Springs in Portland, Oregon, or The Beauty Barn in Ontario, Canada, readers will learn to craft sizable decorations for the home that take anywhere from 1-4 weeks. With the knotted-rope craft already making a huge comeback in home décor, this book will be a great asset to those who grasp the basic technique of macramé and now want to make large, astonishing pieces.
Readers will follow Natalie’s step-by-step instructions through 12 different intermediate and advanced macramé projects, from wedding event backdrops to wall hangings, from hammocks to chandeliers, from window curtains to multi-plant wall hangers, and even mats and bed headboards. With 12 guided designer pieces and beautiful photos, macramé crafters everywhere will feel empowered turning to this book to guide them through impressive projects. Readers will finally be able to skip the high prices for macramé décor in stores like Urban Outfitters and West Elm, and brag that they made their own professional, designer-looking pieces by hand.
Size: 9" x 10" Pages: 168 Format: Softcover ISBN: 9781645670070
Stitch + String Lab for Kids
Regular price $ 22.99 Save $ -22.99In Stitch and String Lab for Kids, art teacher and winner of the Netflix bake-off show Nailed It! Cassie Stephens presents 40+ inventive projects that explore everything from simple sewing, embroidery, and weaving to string art, needle felting, and yarn crafts.
Stitch and String Lab for Kids leads children, step by step, through a huge range of sewing and fiber art projects. As they go, they will learn a variety of techniques, develop dexterity and coordination, and enjoy making a variety of creative projects. Kids will employ simple embroidery stitches to embellish a sun catcher, wall hangings, and an appliqué animal. Sewing projects include a drawstring bag, a sketchbook jacket, and custom plushies. Children will learn how to make custom looms to weave bookmarks, bracelets, and even a mini rag rug. They will also experiment with string art, needle felting, shibori dyeing, pompom animals, as well as finger knitting, yarn art, and cool wrapping projects.
Each project includes a materials list and illustrated steps, and the book is filled with useful tips, tricks, and shortcuts. Stitch samplers will teach the basics, and templates are included for plushies and stuffies. Kids are encouraged to make variations and personalize the projects to their own style and personality.
These 43 creative projects offer a broad and rich sampling of sewing, fabric, and fiber crafts—Stitch and String Lab for Kids is perfect for keeping kids busy with educational activities at home, learning techniques and experimenting at school, or having a ball at camps and parties. Parents, teachers, homeschoolers, and facilitators will appreciate the easy, illustrated instruction and the curriculum-friendly format, with projects that can be completed in any order.
The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.
Paperback | 143 pages
Stitched Memories - Telling A Story Through Cloth and Thread Pattern Book by Tilly Rose
Regular price $ 19.95 Save $ -19.95Summer Garden - 9 Designs for Women by Jody Long
Regular price $ 14.95 Save $ -14.95Summer Garden: A book featuring knitting designs using Jody Long's yarn, My Little Sunshine.
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Summer Knitting for Little Sweethearts 40 Nordic-Style Warm Weather Patterns for Girls, Boys, and Babies
Regular price $ 28.99 Save $ -28.99Supersize Crochet Animals Pattern Book by Kristi Simpson
Regular price $ 24.95 Save $ -24.95Sweet Knits for Baby: 30 Modern And Fresh Designs For 0 - 5 Years by Jody Long
Regular price $ 19.95 Save $ -19.95Sweet Knits for Baby is suitable for all levels of knitters and offers a modern collection packed with garments and accessories. The patterns have a wide range of techniques including cables, lace, intarsia, and so much more. All projects feature clear instructions and colour photos. Projects include blankets, cardigans, sweaters and accessories all sized from 0 - 3 years.
All designs in the book feature Jody Long's luxurious Ciao yarn!
Take-Along Mini Color Wheel 12 Numbered Colors with Tints, Tones & Shades; 5 Color Plans
Regular price $ 9.95 Save $ -9.95The Art of Circular Yokes: A Timeless Technique for 15 Modern Sweaters by Kerry Bogert
Regular price $ 26.99 Save $ -26.99
Knit a masterpiece! Discover the how yarn and needles become artistic tools when you work on the beautiful canvas of a circular yoke. The timeless technique of knitting sweaters with nearly invisible shaping allows for painterly colorwork, illustrative lace, beautifully chiseled cables, and so much more. Open the pages of The Art of Circular Yokes to find:
Hardcover 160 pages
The Art of Crochet Blankets
Regular price $ 24.99 Save $ -24.99The Art of Tapestry Weaving by Rebecca Mezoff, Froward by Sarah C. Swett
Regular price $ 35.00 Save $ -35.00Put aside those preconceptions of dusty, medieval tapestries hanging on castle walls! Tapestry weaving has a whole new look, and fiber enthusiasts of all levels are eager to try their hand at creating images with yarn. Rebecca Mezoff, a renowned teacher of contemporary tapestry weaving, shares her techniques in this in-depth guide to every aspect of the process, from developing a color palette to selecting yarn, warping the loom, and weaving the image. Crafters can choose from inexpensive tabletop and hand-held looms to larger floor looms. Detailed step-by-step photos and inspiring examples from a range of weaver-artists make this a one-stop resource for tapestry weaving how-to.
Page Count 320 pages
Publisher Storey
ISBN-13 9781635861358
The Art of Weaving Pattern Book by Betty Briand
Regular price $ 39.95 Save $ -39.95Sign up for our periodic newsletter for the latest information on classes, new product releases, discounts, and exclusive offers.