Knitting with Novelty Yarns
Exploring Color, Texture, and Style
by Barry Klein & Laura Militizer Bryant
The dazzling colors and luxurious textures of novelty yarns are spilling over the shelves of knitting shops nationwide. These simple, smart techniques will guide you through using the array of new novelty yarns available. Sixteen classic-to-contemporary patterns introduce the stitches, gauges, and finishing methods that work best with these versatile fibers.
- Projects include quick-to-knit wraps, plus gorgeous sweaters and jackets that are each shown in two glamorous variations—one from each designer
- A complete introduction to fibers, including bouclé, eyelash, brushed, plied, and woven yarns, will help you make confident yarn choices
- Learn professional techniques for taking accurate measurements and tailoring patterns to achieve a custom fit for every project,every time
About the Authors
Hometown: St. Petersburg, Florida. Laura Militzer Bryant is past president of The National Needlework Association and owner of Prism Yarns. She has been recognized with grants from the National Endowments for the Arts.
Hometown: Los Angeles, California. Barry Klein is the owner of Trendsetter Yarns and past president of The National Needlework Association. He has designed patterns for Vogue Knitting, Interweave Knits, and Knitters.
144 pages, 8 1/2" x 11", full color, softcover w/ flaps
