It’s perfect for newbies and skilled knitters to add to their craft book collection.ĭisclaimer: I received complimentary books to facilitate a review. It will broaden your skills and encourage you to reach outside your knitting comfort zone. There are so many options and potential combinations to work into any pattern. The Butterfly Effect motif could be incorporated into a sweater, blanket, pillow, hat, scarves, and more. The Butterfly Knot cable stitch would be awesome to include in a cardigan or afghan. You could create a lovely baby blanket with that stitch. The ‘Butterflies’ lace stitch with a 24-row repeat is beautiful. I love cables and lace patterns and found many stitches that I haven’t seen in other stitch guide books. From clever and creative cables to ornate colorwork to enchanting lace to unique edgings, this stunning reference book has it all. If you are unfamiliar with some of the abbreviations or techniques, flip to the back of the book where they are explained in the reference area.Īs I peruse the Vogue Knitting Ultimate Stitch Dictionary, I’m mesmerized by all the beautiful stitches. You may need to alter your needle size to obtain the correct gauge. But once you get accustomed to working with charts, you will find it fun and enjoyable.Īlways make a swatch first and check your gauge. If you are unfamiliar with working from a chart, start with an easy stitch and work your way to more challenging stitches. Included with each swatch are a chart, stitch keys, and written instructions.

Plus, you’ll discover copious colorwork techniques, decorative edgings, and a plethora of ideas for combining any of these options together.Įach stitch is shown in a full-color true swatch, not an illustration. In this creative compendium, you will find beautiful knit and purl textures, fascinating cables, and gorgeous and graceful lace patterns. What Vogue has done is combined favorites from their Stitchionary series with 100 fresh, new and exciting stitches into one volume.

Vogue knitting stitch dictionary