Rating: 
Summary: A great beginner's reference
Review: Using only this book, I learned to knit. Now, of course, that's the point... But I have continued to use this book as a reference as I forge on to new patterns, etc. Not only did it teach me the basics of knitting (I didn't even know how to cast on before this book), but using it I have gone on to be able to use other books, free patterns, etc. to make sweaters, mittens, hats, booties--in all shapes and sizes, in only 6-7 months since first picking up this book. Personally, as a beginner, I found many patterns initially confusing. All the abbreviations...and even after you translate the abbreviations, what on earth do they MEAN? This book will tell you. I would recommend reading the first few chapters before beginning anything (gives you the basics, saves on frustration), then reading on as needed... And I find myself looking things up in the index, etc. when I forget how to do a stitch, or when something just looks wrong. Maybe most importantly for a beginner; this book gives you tips on correcting MISTAKES. I know initially I would get frustrated when I would find a dropped stitch, or an added one... and think I had to tear everything out. This book helps. Plain english, and good pictures (even if they're just black and white) really help those of us who can't necessarily grasp concepts stated in just words. So particularly if knitting classes aren't available to you, or you don't have the time, money, etc. to take one, you can learn to knit all on your own with this book. I have surprised many of my female in-laws (all of whom have been knitting for a long time) with the things I've been able to make, and learning from a book in such a short time.
Rating:
Summary: Great for Beginners!!
Review: Written well and with beginners projects, makes this book essential for anyone that wants to learn to knit. Great Reference Book!!
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