Heirloom Knits: 20 Classic Designs to Cherish - Hardcover

McLeod-Odell, Judith

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1843403870 ISBN 13: 9781843403876

Publisher: Collins & Brown, 2007

Synopsis

Very early knitting patterns and designs were based around knitting small squares or panels. Since the panels could be mixed or pieced together in different ways and the edging could be varied at will, the resulting design was unique to each knitter.
Judith McLeod-Odell has spent many years tracing these old patterns and their sources, to enable them to be knitted as they were intended. Heirloom Knits is an exquisite collection of twenty sophisticated projects ranging from old favourites of the Victorian period to new designs from Judith herself. From a lacy leaf throw and a stitch sampler rug to a cuddly baby blanket and textured bolster, each pattern has been carefully updated, with contemporary yarns and modern techniques.
The book includes an example from every decade since 1820, as well as a section devoted to edging designs so the knitter can create her own special and unique heirloom to pass on from generation to generation. Beautiful photography and clear, concise instructions accompany each design. This is a sumptuous collection of vintage-inspired designs that's sure to be treasured.

About this title

About the Author

Judith McLeod-Odell was taught to knit by her grandmother, and by the time she was eight she could knit a sock on four needles and turn a heel. She has collected knitting books and patterns for many years, and while working as a nurse she began to experiment with updating historic patterns and developing her own designs. Judith lives in Hertfordshire. This is her first book.

Edition details

• Publisher: Collins & Brown
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1843403870
• ISBN 13: 9781843403876
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 144