Japanese Knitting Stitches From Tokyo's Kazekobo Studio

"This excited Japanese stitch dictionary is the creation of popular designer Yoka Hatta--the founder and driving force b... (more)

"This excited Japanese stitch dictionary is the creation of popular designer Yoka Hatta--the founder and driving force behind the Kazekobo Studio. Her modern-yet-timeless, fun-yet-classy styles have contributed to an explosion of interest in Japanese knitting around the world. This book presents 200 of her favorite stitch patterns--a wonder selection of multipurpose knit & purl, lace, cable & Aran, and rib & twist stitches in solids and motifs. Sample projects give knitters a chance to sample Hatta's techniques. These include: Mini mufflers in fun colors and stripes, using knit-and purl stitches ; A cozy scallop-edged scarf using lace stitches --A beautifully textured pair of mittens using cable and Aran stitches -- A stylish and study pair of two-tone socks using rib & twist stitches. Experienced knitters will find a wealth of unique patterns just waiting to be brought to life. A guide to the basic symbols shows how to knit the stitches, step-by-step."-- Back cover. (less)