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Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook |  | Author: Debbie Stoller
Brand: WORKMAN PUBLISHING
Category: Book
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Rating:  296 reviews
Sales Rank: 3701
Media: Paperback
Pages: 256
Number Of Items: 1
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Dimensions (in): 0.5 x 9 x 8.8
MPN: STO-28182
ISBN: 0761128182
Dewey Decimal Number: 746.432
UPC: 019628128188
EAN: 9780761128182
ASIN: 0761128182
Publication Date: September 3, 2004
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Product Description
STOREY PUBLISHING-Knitting is hot with 4 million newcomers in the last few years. These are primarily young creative connected chicks with sticks who are coming together in living rooms knitting cafes and chic yarn stores. In this book Debbie Stoller covers every aspect of knitting and the knitting together lifestyle; the how-to the when-to the what-to and the why-to. At the heart of the book are 40 stylish patterns and information on how to start your own group. Softcover: 248 pages.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 296
 Beginners book March 8, 2010
MG
I got this book along with a skein of yarn and a pair of US8 needles. I had no idea how to knit. I'm gonna be honest, I am not a book learner when it comes to practical handmade stuff, so most of my knitting learning was through a lot of very useful videos on youtube. However, I found this book a pretty good reference every time I needed to check on something that was not uploaded as a video or the video quality was poor. With this book I learned how to do intarsia and learned how to fix mistakes among other things.
Now, this is FAR from being a knitter's handbook. It's a good starter, but once you learn the basics, you can pass it along to somebody who needs how to learn and get yourself something more advanced or a stitch dictionary.
The pros:
- Easy to read and very clear instructions for most directions.
- Teaches all you need to learn as a BEGINNER.
The cons:
- The patterns are outdated or silly. But maybe because once you learn all the amazing things you can knit, the beginners knits are no longer attractive.
- Agree with other reviewers on the fact that sometimes it goes in too much into talking about something else before hitting the point. Not a big deal if you just skip paragraphs.
The polemic:
- Some sexual references and some words not suitable for the conservative or the child. But you know that from the tittle, so if you are either a child or a too conservative buyer, it comes obvious that this is not your book. I never understood why people buy this to later post a bad review talking about the tone and language managed by the author.
- The infamous garter stitch scarf. This pattern seem to be an issue for most bad reviewers here. But hey! it's very obvious that this is a BEGINNERS book. Is it not a garter stitch scarf the very first thing you learn on knitting? If we assume that "we all know how to knit a garter stitch scarf" why bother in even writing a book teaching how to knit and purl at all?... So, if you know how to knit and need a more advanced reference: PASS THIS BOOK. So the rest of us can skip the complains about how basic a book is when it is the buyer's responsibility to have a better criteria when choosing books appropriate for one's skill level and goals.
- The snobism that can be felt in the air while reading some of the passages that are not technique specific but just anecdotic. Yeah, I feel the same snobbism in the editorials of most knitting magazines and while in the specialty yarn store. It comes with the craft for some people.
One last thing: this book is really aimed for the teenager audience. More mature readers will probably find this outrageous others find it amusing and others... simply don't care. You make your choice.
 Best knitting book I've read so far! February 19, 2010
Tara L. Devlin (San Francisco, CA)
I'm a new knitter and was in search of some books that I could keep on the shelf for reference when I run into a term on a pattern that I don't recognize or when my mind goes blank and I can't remember what a seed stitch is. I found this book and at first, I balked at the purchase due to the title. After reading the reviews, it seemed like most people found it to be very helpful, so I pushed aside my reservations and ordered it. I'm so glad I did! The book is a fun read! It put some terms and stitches into easy language accompanied by clear diagrams that made it a lot easier to learn. It comes with a wide variety of patterns - scarves, bags, hats, sweaters and blankets. Well worth the money spent!
Novice knitter becomes pro February 11, 2010
SNW (PA, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
When I expressed interest in knitting, many people suggested I read this book. After watching YouTube videos for hours, trying to teach myself the stitches, I broke down and bought the book. It was fantastic! I couldn't believe a book would be better than a video! I recommend this to anyone who is learning how to knit or wants suggestions on fun projects.
Stichn' Bitch February 8, 2010
The Gunny (Great Midwest)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Fantastically written book. Easy to understand. Illustrations are nicely done. Learned a few things with things the first time I opened the book.
The Best Intro to Knitting Out There February 1, 2010
Kim L (Charlottesville, VA United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a wonderful introduction to knitting written by someone who is clearly head-over-heels in love with the craft. I have been knitting for over 5 years and have read a lot of knitting handbooks, and this is by far the best one that I have ever encountered. (Indeed, I cite it as the book that got me hooked on knitting.) Not only are the directions and illustrations clear and easy-to-understand, but Stoller's witty writing style is fun and informative. Best of all, Stoller makes it clear that there is no "right" or "wrong" way to knit.
Also, while this is clearly written with beginners in mind, experienced knitters will find the tips and ideas helpful as well. There are also a wide range of patterns ranging from beginner to complex-a great addition to any knitting library.
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