08-04-2006, 07:56 AM
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Knitting the Flap
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Looking for Suggestions
Are any of you out there pattern stitch junkies? I'm getting to be one...
I've seen Vogue's Stitchionery Vol 1 & 2 (*absolutely awesome*), but being unable to spend hours at Barnes & Noble looking through probably 200 or more books....
In *YOUR* experience, what are the best books out there for pattern stitch libraries? And why...
I've seen so many on Amazon & others & at my LYS, my head is spinning. Aren't they all just duplicates of one another? I'd like to get something that pretty much COVERS it, even if it's in 2 or 3 volumes.
Thanks for your input & suggestions! 
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08-04-2006, 01:11 PM
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Turning the Heel
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Barbara Walker! I have her first Charted Knitting book, and it is a wealth of inspiration. Haven't made the investment in her other books yet, but this one was so amazing, I'd guess the others are too, sight unseen.
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On needles: A Special Secret Present; Never-Ending Afghan (remainders/reminders from all my projects).
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08-04-2006, 02:51 PM
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Grafting the Toe
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Oh yeah, Barbara Walker for me too. I found a copy of her second book at a used bookstore for $1.75... wow!
Beautiful patterns and good instructions. Well worth the cover price.
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08-04-2006, 06:39 PM
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Turning the Heel
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I got a copy of 900 knitting stitch patterns copyright 1972 printed in France. I love that book! I got it from a yard sale for a nickel.
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08-05-2006, 01:53 AM
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Knitting the Flap
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WOW!!!
Would that *I* could find a bargain like these!
Ah well, I guess patience is the word...
900 patterns???? Now that'd keep me busy for quite a while!!! 
Diane
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Recently Finished Projects: 2 felted mobius cat baskets, MANY Lace Washcloths, The Magic Scarf from HELL, 6 Knitted Lace XMas Balls in crochet thread, Lace XMas Ball in mohair, 4 Initialed Washcloths, 2 Lacy Soap Socks (1 knit, 1 crochet), 2 Seamless Rectangle Snuggles (one outside in, one inside out), XMas Tree Illusion Snuggle, 3 scarves for presents, Fisherman Knit Snuggle, Turkish Stitch String Bag, Wheelie Steering Wheel Cover, Moebius Cat Basket, 9 Snuggles, Preemie Hats, Sandy's (Felted) Cat Basket
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08-05-2006, 03:54 AM
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Knitting the Flap
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Barbara Walker I, II, III, and IIII.
My DH is getting them for me for Christmas.
I check them out from the library all the time. I have one now :D .
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08-05-2006, 05:21 AM
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Turning the Heel
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You can preview BW's books at knipicks. :D I'd recommend hers too. Good luck finding them.
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08-05-2006, 08:39 AM
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Turning the Heel
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???
I never heard of Barbara Walker before. I checked on Amazon.com and all of her books are around $30.00 each. I'll keep my eyes open to take a look at one  next time I'm in a book store. :XX: |
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08-05-2006, 05:45 PM
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Turning the Heel
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Knitpicks has them for $27, which is a skein of yarn at least.
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WIP: GAAA for m&d, purse for grandma (needs assembly), Grannie Smith Cardi (still), 3 quilts, maybe five
In the Wings: felted clogs, socks
Recent FO: dishcloth for swap, booties for cousins babe
KALs: Grannie Smith, Monthly Dishcloths, Mason-Dixon
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08-05-2006, 06:34 PM
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Knitting the Flap
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Re: ???
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Originally Posted by Celine
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I never heard of Barbara Walker before. I checked on Amazon.com and all of her books are around $30.00 each. I'll keep my eyes open to take a look at one next time I'm in a book store. :XX:
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