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Crocheting Books

 Couture Crochet Workshop, Lily Chin
$21.89 Cdn, $21.95 US
For high fashion styling and detailed instructions on customizing garments, Lily Chin guides you with expert tips and techniques for gorgeous fitted garments and jewelery.


Creative Crochet Lace New! Creative Crochet Lace, Myra Wood
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
Explore the freedom and creativity of freeform crochet. Starting with the basics of crochet, and crochet history, you will learn about using a freeform approach with 5 methods of crocheting lace. Lots of beautiful projects too!


 Loop d-Loop Crochet, Tev Durham
$27.89 Cdn, $27.45 US
Designer Teva Durham expands her innovative needlework creations to crochet, with 25+ designs which range from purses, skirts, shawls, and sweaters to a pair of brocade boots.


Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume 4 Crochet Vogue Knitting Stitchionary Volume 4 Crochet, Vogue Knitting Magazine
$29.89 Cdn, $29.95 US
Vogue has gathered their best for this extensive collection of crochet stitches. The stitchionary is divided into sections on 'basic stitches, geometric designs, edgings, lace, unusual motifs, and embellishments, it includes concise instructions, charts, and gorgeous photographs of more than 200 color patterns."


Knitting Books

Art of Shetland Lace Art of Shetland Lace, Sarah Don
$25.89 Cdn, $25.95 US
The first section of the book gives us a brief history of Shetland lace, and some photographs of original, and exquisite, lace shawls and lace children's socks. Then follows information on traditional shawl construction and techniques. The patterns are divided into 4 sections - edgings, all-over patterns, motifs, and scalloped designs. Garment designs include baby shawls, scarves, and a christening dress.


Barbara Abbey's Knitting LaceReprinted! Barbara Abbey's Knitting Lace, Barbara Abbey
$23.89 Cdn, $23.95 US
The beautiful lace patterns in this book, many of which originated in the last half of the 19th century, were collected by the author over many years.


Cables Mittens Hats & Scarves Cables Mittens Hats & Scarves, Vogue Knitting
$12.89 Cdn, $12.95 US
Cables not only add texture and tactile interest to knitting, they also add lots of warmth. They are perfect for mittens, hats and scarves, and are used in both traditional styled garments and with great creativity.


Contemporary Knitting Contemporary Knitting, Ruth Lee
$27.89 Cdn, $27.95 US
Textile artists have been using the flexibility of knitting structures to create art works with wire, paper, plastics, and yarn, for artworks and jewellry. A stunning collection of works, including lots of indepth information to help you create your own artworks.


Destination Alchemy Destination Alchemy, Alchemy Yarns
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
Alchemy Yarns is well-known for their luscious hand-painted luxury yarns. There are 20 designs from several knit-designers, taking you for an exciting journey of discovery in the land of exotic fibres.


Dreamweaver Collection Book 14y New! Dreamweaver Collection Book 14, Elsebeth Lavold
$17.89 Cdn, $17.95 US
From lace and texture, to bold colourful knits, this collection of 13 designs features a wide variety of patterns. The many beautiful garments include a lace wrap sweater; a pullover with large lace collar and wide lace cuff border; a delicate lace summer tank; and a beautiful pullover with lace along the v-neck and cuff edges.


Eclectic Sole New! Eclectic Sole, Janel Laidman
$23.89 Cdn, $23.95 US
An innovative book of sock patterns, in a selection of styles from aran and cable to lace or colourwork. For those who like to be challenged, there are also some interesting construction techniques to enjoy!


Finesse Your Knitting 2 DVD New! Finesse Your Knitting 2 DVD, Lucy Neatby
$28.95 Cdn, $28.95 US
Add even more finesse to your knitting techniques with this second DVD covering shoulder shapings, fitted sleeves, and much more.


Glamour Knits at Home Glamour Knits at Home, Erika Knight
$19.89 Cdn, $19.95 US
15 projects for beautiful knits for your home - using beautiful yarns, embellishments, and elegant stitch designs.


Guy Knits New! Guy Knits, Rick Mondragon & Elaine Rowley
$19.89 Cdn, $19.95 US
Great knits for guys, selected from the best of Knitter's Magazine. There are accessories for warm winter wear, to vests and sweaters - all styled so guys will love to wear them!


Here be Drolleries Here be Drolleries, Nancy Spies
$29.89 Cdn, $29.95 US
In this second book on patterns from medieval sources, author Nancy Spies gives us more mythical creatures, complex borders, and designs rich with possibilites for knitters, cross-stitchers, and other needlework enthusiasts.


Inspired to Knit New! Inspired to Knit, by Michele Rose Orne
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
Four mini workshops with twenty-one stunning patterns to inspire your knitting, and teach you more about fit, colour, inspiration sources - all beautifully photograhped.


Intarsia Untangled 1 DVD New! Intarsia Untangled 1 DVD, Lucy Neatby
$28.95 Cdn, $28.95 US
Intarsia is a technique that many knitters struggle to learn. Lucy Neatby makes it all easy in this latest addition to her continuing knitting DVD series. With indepth instructions and examples.


Intarsia Untangled 2 DVD New! Intarsia Untangled 2 DVD, Lucy Neatby
$28.95 Cdn, $28.95 US
This second DVD on Intarsia explores more complex techniques and clever solutions. Use of texture stitches with intarsia adds to the excitement!


Kids Knitted Sweaters & More New! Kids Knitted Sweaters & More, Cabin Fever
$21.89 Cdn, $21.95 US
Kids sweaters are always a delight to work, and knitting them from top to bottom with minimal finishing even more so. Cabin Fever and their talented designers bring you 30 charming sweaters for kids - cardigans, vests, and pullovers.


Knit Couture New! Knit Couture, Gail Downey & Henry Conway
$29.89 Cdn, $29.95 US
A combination of vintage inspired designs that are updated for today's fashion. They authors discuss both the history of knitting and its role in todays fashion, plus 20 designs - "From smart tunic dresses and tops to elegant cardigans and vintage-inspired skirts and sweaters."


Knit So Fine New! Knit So Fine, by Lisa R. Myers, Laura Grutzeck, and Carol J. Sulcoski
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
Fine yarns open up many possiblities for great designs and better fitting garments. Learn to work with them for great results and stunning garments.


Knitting Around DVD Knitting Around DVD, Elizabeth Zimmermann and Meg Swansen
$47.89 Cdn, $47.95 US
Now available in DVD format, the very popular Knitting Around has 12 knitting lessons, including many of Elizabeth Zimmermanns most well-known designs. There is also a section of Elizabeth reading her digressions - a must have item for all fans of EZ!


Knitting Lace Triangles Knitting Lace Triangles, Evelyn A. Clark
$17.89 Cdn, $17.95 US
Featuring 4 simples laces, well-known lace designer Evelyn Clark takes the knitter through the process of designing a "Lace Triangle".


Knitting New Mittens and Gloves Knitting New Mittens and Gloves, Robin Melanson
$21.89 Cdn, $21.95 US
Innovative designer Robin Melanson has created 28 designs to adorn your hands, keep you warm, and bring delight to your knitting. Lots of colour and variety of techniques.


Knitting New Scarves New! Knitting New Scarves, Lynne Barr, Tyllie Barbosa
$21.89 Cdn, $21.95 US
Scarves though often a simple garment for beginning knitters, can also be full of intriguing style, stitch patterns, and creative designs. 27 innovative designs to intrigue all levels of knitters.


Knitting Saddle Style Knitting Saddle Style, Susan Guagliumi
$19.89 Cdn, $19.95 US
The style of "saddle shoulders" creates a unique design feature for sweaters, and explored by the author through 12 sweaters. A variety of necklines, stitch patterns and sweater designs give you lots of styles to learn from.


Knitting Through It New! Knitting Through It, Lela Nargi
$24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
For many knitters, keeping hands and head busy during times of trouble, eases the heart. This collection of stories varies from personal times of difficulty, to essays on knitters doing what they do best through wars, hardships and the Great Depression. Also included are several patterns.


Knitweare New! Knitwear, Sasha Kagan
$29.89 Cdn, $29.95 US
Designer Sasha Kagan has been highly regarded for her colourful knits combined with textures, and attention to all the details. This collection of 22 knits has many beautiful designs for sweaters, several shown in different colourways too!


Learn How to Knit Portuguese Style DVD New! Learn How to Knit Portuguese Style DVD, plus Knitting Pin, Andrea Wong
$24.95 Cdn, $24.95 US
The Portuguese style of knitting uses a knitting pin, attached to your shoulder, which creates the tension in your working yarn, and leaves your hands free to knit. This is an excellent DVD to learn this traditional way of knitting.


More Big Girl Knits New! More Big Girl Knits, Jillian Moreno, and Amy R. Singer
$29.89 Cdn, $29.95 US
From the author's of Big Girl Knits comes this follow up book with 25 more designs, beautifully designed for the full figure gal!


Out of the Woods Collection Out of the Woods Collection, Elsebeth Lavold
$17.89 Cdn, $17.95 US
The organic shapes and designs of nature are the inspiration for this collection of 12 designs, rich in gorgeous textures, plus some colourful designs. Most of the projects are for women, plus a few for children and men.


Surface Works Surface Works, Jenny Dowde
$19.89 Cdn, $19.95 US
Learn how to knit or crochet surface decoration to plain backgrounds. From fancy yarns to colourful ones, braids, beads and much more can be used to embellish. 35 projects that use both traditional techniques and freeform styles.


Tweed New! Tweed, Nancy J. Thomas
$27.39 Cdn, $27.45 US
Tweed yarns are often a beautiful blend of colours, often with texture. There are 20 projects for accessories and sweaters using stitch patterns that highlight the beauty of these yarns.


Twelve  Months of Knitting New! Twelve Months of Knitting, Joanne Yordanou
$22.49 Cdn, $22.45 US
From gifts and accessories to sweaters and wraps there are 36 projects inspired by the seasons. For each month there are 3 projects to choose from at 3 different technique levels from easy to advanced.


Vatid Troid Vamsad New! Vatid Troid Vamsad, Riina Tomberg
$49.89 Cdn, $49.95 US
For those with a passion for historical knitting, this new work on the knitted jackets from West-Estonian Islands is a good addition to their library. Written in both Estonian and English, with dozens of historical examples, and many historical photos. Note that many of the jackets are knit in dark yarns embellished with decorative woven and embroidered ribbons on the cuffs and front edges.


Walk in the Park Collection Walk in the Park Collection, Elsebeth Lavold
$17.89 Cdn, $17.95 US
Elegant styling, lots of texture from both complex to simple, are the themes of this collection. As with many of her designs, Elsebeth Lavold's knitting patterns incorporate many beautiful design elements.


Needlepoint Books

 ON SALE! Arts & Crafts Needlepoint, Beth Russell
$29.89 Cdn, $29.95 US
"This glorious guide presents 25 classic needlepoint projects based on the designs of William Morris and his contemporaries in the Arts & Crafts movement."


 ON SALE! Beth Russell's William Morris Needlepoint, Beth Russell
$57.89 Cdn, $57.95 US
William Morris was one of the most highly regarded designers of the 19th century. Inspired by his beautiful designs, Beth Russell has adapted several of his most popular into needlepoint. Gorgeous photos, colour charts, and lots of fascinating history make this a stunning book to add to your collection.


 ON SALE! Icelandic Patterns in Needlepoint, Jona Sparey, $24.89 Cdn, $24.95 US
Inspired by traditional Icelandic patterning the author has created over 40 richly patterned and beautifully colourful designs to work in needlepoint.


Needlearts Books - General

 New! In Praise of the Needlewoman, Gail Carolyn Sirna
$34.89 Cdn, $34.95 US
Beautiful paintings celebrating the art of needleworkers, including embroidery, knitting, and weavers. Many of these inspiring images are the work of famous painters, created from the middle ages to today.



Spinning Books

Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning, Judith Mackenzie McCuin, $25.95 Cdn, $21.95 US
Learning with lots of visual input along with written text is a great way to learn a new skill, or to sharpen up and expand your technique. In this continuing series on learning visually, this manual on Handspinning offers lots of great information from choosing fleece and spinning wheels to fancy spins and plying, dyeing, and of course turning your lovely new handspun yarn into a garment or fabric.