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Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This precious hat functions as a stitch sampler class, since you learn cabling, adding color, the linen stitch - and a whole lot of techniques along the way. The linen stitch creates a look that appears as if you have done complicated colorwork - but you don't have to carry colors across the back. Maggie covers everything from reading your work to stay in pattern, picking up stitches, and easing in as you seam. The result is a darling, gender-neutral...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Most new knitters start knitting by creating swatches to practice the basics, but those swatches don't have any real use. When you make these cozy gloves, you'll learn how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Then Maggie will teach you how to seam the swatches into fingerless gloves and add decorative, yarn-wrapped buttons to dial up the cozy effect.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
If you're new to knitting, baby projects are a great place to start. Not only are they small and quick to knit, but with just a few techniques, you can create a beautiful, cuddly heirloom. In this class, Maggie shows knitters how to make a simple striped baby blanket. She walks new knitters through all of the basics, including casting on, knitting and purling, and binding off. Once you weave in the tails at the very end, your baby blanket is ready...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn three different ways to make pompoms with knitwear designer Maggie Pace. You will learn how to make pompoms using a store-bought pompom maker, or make your own pompom maker out of cardboard. Also included are instructions on making tiny pompoms using a fork.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this class, Maggie shows you how to make adorable baby booties two ways--one with a keyhole opening that is perfect for beginners, and the other in a moccasin style that uses slightly more advanced techniques. Once you've mastered the knit and purl stitches, these booties are a fun way to learn new techniques like shaping and seaming. For new knitters, we recommend starting with Maggie's baby blanket and hat classes and then graduating to the bootie...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this beginner's class, Maggie helps new knitters learn how to make an adorable hat for babies. She explains every step of the knitting process, from casting on to joining the stitches in the round to working the ever-important knit stitch. The sweet stripes add a fun pop of color, and Maggie shows you two easy ways to finish the hat--with a pretty tassel or a fun envelope closure. Pair this hat with Maggie's beginner baby blanket for a fabulous...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
If you love working with vibrant colors, then this quick-to-knit hat pattern is perfect for you. The design not only features neon pink and yellow stripes, but the yarn used for the stripes is reflective, so when you wear it out at night, the hat will reflect light from cars, street lamps, and flash photography. A great option for nighttime walks or bicycle rides! Maggie shares excellent tips for working jogless joins in the round, so the stripes...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
These miniature hat ornaments are a perfect project for new knitters looking for a quick and easy holiday craft. The scale is perfect for learning colorwork, including striping. Maggie shows you how to add color and carry it up the side, as well as gathering and seaming the hat. And she finishes by offering a range of darling embellishments that will add cheer to any holiday dГ©cor.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
These sweet slippers are a terrific beginner felting project because the knitting is simple, yet the result is a durable pair of slippers that you can use in all seasons. These can be sized for newborns all the way through adult, and they're lined with cotton-wrapped foam to make them soft and extra-cozy. The drawstring teaches you how to knit a channel that's also functional, so the slippers are adjustable. In addition to the knitting instruction,...
10) Felted Bracelet
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
If knitting and felting in warmer months doesn't sound appealing, let Maggie show you a quick project that felts into a stylish bracelet with bright pops of color. Unlike other projects that you have to babysit while they felt, these knitted baubles can be tossed into the washing machine without fear of over-felting. This workshop includes a nifty technique for knitting the felted balls, as well as a helpful step-by-step demonstration of the felting...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Instead of a store-bought holiday garland, whip up a set of these hand-knitted mini mittens. Cute as can be, these mitts are great for learning intermediate knitting techniques, including thumb shaping, decreases, and ribbed cuffs. Make several to string together, or use single mittens instead of bows on your holiday presents.
12) Prima Shrug
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This lovely shrug is knit all in one piece so there is no seaming. The back is knit from side to side to take advantage of the distinctive color gradation of the yarn. Its unique construction means that you can size as you go, ensuring a perfect fit and a ballet-inspired shrug that you can customize to fit your own body and style.
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