Japanese Knitting: Patterns for Sweaters, Scarves and More

Michiyo; Roehm, Gayle

ISBN 10: 480531382X / ISBN 13: 9784805313824

Editore: Tuttle Publishing, Rutland, VT, 2018

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112 pp. Tightly bound. Spine not compromised. Text is free of markings. No ownership markings. This copy is smyth sewn. Smyth sewing is a method of book binding where groups of folded pages (referred to as signatures) are stitched together using binder thread. Each folded signature is sewn together individually with multiple stitches and then joined with other signatures to create the complete book block. This is the traditional and best method of bookbinding.

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• Titolo: Japanese Knitting: Patterns for Sweaters, Scarves and More
• Editore: Tuttle Publishing, Rutland, VT
• Data di pubblicazione: 2018
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 480531382X
• ISBN 13: 9784805313824
• Rilegatura: Paperback
• Condizione: Very Good

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Create versatile wardrobe essentials with these chic new Japanese knitting patterns for apparel and accessories from cult favorite author michiyo.

A whole new world of fashionable Tokyo-style knitwear designs opens to experienced needle crafters in Japanese Knitting: Patterns for Sweaters, Scarves and More. It is the first Japanese needlework book to be translated into English. Knitting and crochet websites across the globe often feature the work of renowned Japanese designer michiyo. Her minimalist aesthetic and textural elements make her knitwear styles polished and flattering, whether worn layered or as stand-alone pieces. With this Japanese knitting pattern book, experienced knitters and needleworkers can create a diverse collection of effortless-looking items ranging from a pair of soft slippers to a structured jacket.

An introduction by needlework instructor Gayle Roehm explains the Japanese techniques to readers who are trying them for the first time.

Inside, find patterns and instructions for 15 knitting and 8 crochet projects, including:

• A Nordic-style sweater
• A classic raglan cardigan
• A delicately crocheted cowl
• A diagonally striped tunic
• A "sleeve" scarf
• And much more

Your wardrobe will benefit from the chic and comfortable touch of michiyo's knitwear designs in this newly-translated Japanese stitch dictionary and pattern book.

Informazioni sull?autore

michiyo is a household name among Japanese and Western knitters. She started out 20 years ago designing knit and crochet wear and has since created hundreds of designs and authored over 20 knitting pattern books.

Gayle Roehm has lived in Japan for many years where she studied the language and taught at knitting workshops around the country.