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Spring Rose Scarf kit - Bonus Offer

This pretty little scarf is perfect for fall or spring wear. When you order 2 or more books from the Spring Sale page, you can add a free Spring Rose Scarf Kit * to your order, * valued at 11.95.

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When you purchase 3 of a book series, save 30% on the 3rd title!!
Visit the Special Savings page for more details. Series includes the Barbara Walker Treasuries, Elsebeth Lavold books, Vogue Knitting on the Go! and more...

2-at-a-time-Socks
Melissa Morgan Oakes, $20.99 Cdn, $16.95 US

For those who suffer from 'second sock syndrome' here are some clever techniques to work both socks at the same time. Great for those who make pattern modifications on the fly - now both socks will be the same!
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25 Bags to Knit
Emma King
Regularly priced $ 29.99 Cdn, $ 24.95 US
Spring Sale Price $ 20.97 Cdn, $ 17.98 US

Knit yourself a beautiful bag - also makes a wonderful gift!
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A Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Barbara Walker, $35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

Knitters were delighted when Barbara Walker's 3 Treasuries of Knitting Patterns were republished 2 years ago, and now there is a Fourth! This is a republication of Sampler Patterns plus has 82 new unpublished patterns.
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A History of Hand Knitting-CD Audio
Richard Rutt, $35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

The history of knitting presented in audio. Listen to the many stories and rich history that author Richard Rutt has researched and compiled for both our enjoyment and knowledge.
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A Gathering of Lace
Meg Swansen, $35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

One of knitters' most well-known designers, Meg Swansen, has 'gathered' the works of 34 lace knitters in a unique showcase of lace sweaters, shawls, socks, gloves and more. Whether you have tried lace knitting yet, or have as yet only been dreaming of it, there are detailed instructions on the basics of lace knitting, selecting yarn and needles, how to properly finish lace works, and of course, many beautiful designs to knit.
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A Knitting Glossary DVD
Elizabeth Zimmermann & Meg Swansen, $48.99 Cdn, $39.95 US

Now available in easy to use DVD format, A Knitting Glossary has now been updated to include 30 more techniques, in addition to the original 100.
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A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Barbara Walker, $35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

The second volume of a trilogy, there are 700 stitch patterns - more knit-purl combinations, slip stitch, mosaic, fancy texture and colour, twist stitch, cable and cable stitch, yarn-over, eyelet, lace, lace panels/insertions, and border/edging patterns.
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A Second Treasury of Magical Knitting
Cat Bordhi, $32.99 Cdn, $26.95 US

Another wonderful, creative, and truly magical book on knitting moebius shapes. This one includes felted baskets, sling bags (some of them almost alive!), bowls, feline bliss beds, and perhaps the most exciting of all, members of the Trifold Series.
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A Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Barbara Walker, $35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

This long-awaited reprinting of Barbara Walker's first treasury offers an excellent selection of great stitch patterns. In this volume, there are 500 stitch patterns. This is a great reference book for knitters of all levels.
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A Treasury of Magical Knitting
Cat Bordhi, $32.99 Cdn, $26.95 US

Inventive, creative, and truly magical, Cat Bordhi's book on knitting moebius shapes is fascinating - scarves knit from the center out, moebius-banded hats, swirling capes and felted boots! 33 projects in all.
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After Dark Uncommon Knits for Night Time
Jil Eaton
Regularly priced $ 31.99 Cdn, $ 25.95 US
Spring Sale Price $ 21.97 Cdn, $ 18.98 US

Elegant knits for evening wear - quick knits in novelty and classic yarns to dress you or your child up! A beaded halter top, sleeveless tee…and lots more!
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Upcoming! Alice Starmore Book of Fair Isle Knitting
Alice Starmore, $33.99 Cdn, $27.95 US

A classic on Fair Isle knitting, now back in print. Clearly written and beautifully photographed, this book's intention is to both teach and inspire knitters in the art of Fair Isle knitting.There are 10 + projects for sweaters plus some accessories - beatifully designed!
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New! Amber
Kim Hargreaves, $36.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

A beautiful collection of designs from UK designer Kim Hargreaves. Twenty-one designs for sweaters ranging from chunky knits to mohair. As always, exquisite attention to the details in garment shaping and stitch patterns.
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America Knits-CD Audio
Melanie Falick
$35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

Based on interviews with dozens of America's top knitters, weavers and spinners, this wonderful audio book features an insightful look at the creative and innventive crafts people who have shaped the wonderful world of knitting we enjoy today.
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Aran Sweater Design
Janet Szabo, $29.99 Cdn, $24.95 US

Inspired by the classic traditional designs of Aran, and want to learn how to design your own? Janet Szabo also loves Inspired by the classic traditional designs of Aran, and want to learn how to design your own? Janet Szabo also loves Arans, and shares with us her knowledge on combining patterns, charting and swatching, and many examples based on her own designs.
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Arans & Celtics
Edited by Rick Mondragon, Elaine Rowley, $24.99 Cdn, $19.95 US

Tradition with a twist, Knitter's Magazine has drawn on the 18+ years of the top Aran and Celtic patterns worked in traditional wools plus cotton blends, ribbons and luxury yarns. There are sweaters, jackets and vests sized for children up to men, and all designed by the top knit designers!
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Arctic Lace
Donna Druchunas, $32.99 Cdn, $26.95 US

A book of projects, techniques, and workshops inspired by the exquisite lace knitting of Alaska's Native knitters. Working with luxurious qiviut their designs are both beautiful and very warm. Also includes a detailed historical background on Arctic knitting.
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Armenian Knitting
Joyce Williams and Meg Swansen, $28.99 Cdn, $23.95 US

Authors Joyce Williams and Meg Swansen team up to reveal more of knitting's bountiful secrets. In Armenian knitting beautiful colourwork that appears to be done using the technique of Intarsia, in fact uses a method of carrying the motif colour throughout the back of the main colour knitting.
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Art of Fair Isle Knitting
Ann Feitelson, $29.99 Cdn, $24.95 US

In this fascinating book, the author delves into the heart of traditional Fair Isle knitting. Through text and wonderful historical photos Fair Isle's history is told; chapters on technique & colour are thorough, and visually enlightening; and there are patterns for 23 original designs to knit.
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Art of Fair Isle Knitting-CD Audio
Ann Feitelson, $17.99 Cdn, $14.95 US

"A beautifully written and scholarly look at the lives and the knitting of women on the tiny Shetland island of Fair Isle. This book traces the development of Fair Isle knitting from its beginnings as a folk craft to a world-wide design phenomena."
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Art of Shetland Lace
Sarah Don, $31.99 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.
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Barbara Abbey's Knitting Lace
Barbara Abbey, $28.99 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.
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Basically Brilliant Knits
Melissa Matthay and Sheryl Thies
Regularly priced $ 42.99 Cdn, $ 34.95 US
Spring Sale Price $ 28.97 Cdn, $ 24.98 US

Simple classic designs for 20 garments, including jackets, cardigans, tees, and tanks. Great-looking projects you can knit up quickly, from warm winter wools to cool cotton tanks.
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Best of Interweave Knits
Ann Budd, $29.99 Cdn, $24.95 US

To celebrate their 10th anniversary, Interweave Knits presents 26 of their best - from scarves and wraps to jackets and cardigans, from 20 innovative knitwear designers. Also included are popular articles on knitting techniques, working lace, knitting short rows and more.
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Big Fish Little Fish
Jil Eaton
Regularly priced $ 29.99 Cdn, $ 24.95 US
Spring Sale Price $ 20.97 Cdn, $ 17.98 US

Well-known for her books of colourful and stylish knits for kids, (Minnow Knits, and Minnow Knits Two) Jil Eaton has now designed a collection of sweaters sized to fit everyone in the family. Garment designs vary with cables, garter stitch, and simple knitting in wools, mohair, chenille and more.
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New! Boutique Knits
Laura Irwin, $26.99 Cdn, $21.95 US

Over 20 designs, using diverse knitting techniques and innovative styling for hats, scarves, gloves and more. A very creative book!
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Cable Confidence
Sara Louise Harper, $29.99 Cdn, $24.95 US

Cables add a wonderful texture to knitting, and are used in so many garment designs for a classic look. Learn how to read stitch charts, and work your way through the 14 projects to more complex garments.
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Cable Knitting Handbook
Annie Maloney, $29.95 Cdn, $26.95 US

Features 101 original cable stitch designs by the author, plus theory, designing with cables, and compatible borders and textures. Note directions for cable patterns are in both written and charted format.
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Cables & Arans
Erika Knight, $27.99 Cdn, $22.95 US

An updated version of the popular Harmony Guide series, these popular patterns have been reworked and are now presented by stitch category. Cables and Arans features 250 stitch patterns.
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Cables Diamonds and Herringbone
Sabine Domnick, $24.99 Cdn, $19.95 US

Traditional fishermen's sweaters from the UK are knit in finer yarns with beautiful textural results, and also knit in the round which reduces finishing. Learn more about these timeless knit traditions, and the many stitch patterns and techniques used to create them.
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Cables Mittens Hats & Scarves
Vogue Knitting, $15.99 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.
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Cables Vol 1
Janet Szabo, $35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

Expert cabler Janet Szabo has acquired many years experience with the "Twists and Turns" of technqiues of cabling, and shares this plus 150 cable stitch patterns - in both written and charted form.
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Casts Off
Stephanie Pearl-McPhee, $17.99 Cdn, $14.95 US

With her heartwarming combination of knitting and humour, author Stephanie Pearl-McPhee once again brings together hilarity and knitting knowledge - this time as we travel on a journey with her as guide in the land of knitters.
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Celtic Collection
Alice Starmore, $27.99 Cdn, $22.95 US

Drawing on the historical inspiration of Celtic designs, this beautifully photographed book presents 25 sweater designs in richly coloured and textured patterns, written in men's, women's, and children's sizes.
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Charted Knitting Designs
Barbara Walker, $35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

The third volume in the series, this book includes 350 stitch patterns in chart form, most of which were designed by the author. The charted patterns are clear and easy to read, and an introductory chapter gives lots of details on reading the symbols.
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New! Classic Knits
Marianne Isager, $29.99 Cdn, $24.95 US

Danish designer Marianne Isager has created 25 projects, many using knit and purl stitch patterns, and featuring interesting styling, yarn choices and garment construction. Many garments knit from the top down, and most with minimal finishing.
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Color Style
Ann Budd, and Pam Allen, $ 29.99 Cdn, $ 24.95 US

From well-known designers including Véronik Avery, Mags Kandis, Deborah Newton, Kristin Nicholas, and Shirley Paden, there are over 20 designs ranging from traditional to trendy, Fair Isle to intarsia and slip-stitch. Also includes a Design Notebook chapter with lots of ideas and techniques for working with colour.
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Contemporary Classics
Jean Moss
Regularly priced $ 24.99 Cdn, $ 19.95 US
Spring Sale Price $ 17.97 Cdn, $ 15.98 US

Knit designer Jean Moss is highly regarded for her classic styles and elegant details. In this book she takes her inspiration from the timeless fashions of the fifties and sixties, naming her designs after the glamour queens of the day - including Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Katherine Hepburn.
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Cool Socks Warm Feet
Lucy Neatby, $24.95 Cdn, $24.95 US

For climbing a mountain or seducing a lover's feet under the coffee table, these socks will work for you! They are a miracle of knitting engineering made accessible through Lucy Neatby's clear instructions and informed commentary. Here are mix and match heels, toes and cuffs for producing your 'inner' sock!
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New! Cornish Guernseys & Knit Frocks
Mary Wright, $24.99 Cdn, $19.95 US

Hand-knitting was an important cottage industry in Cornwall in the late 19th c. The author, wanting to knit a traditional Cornish guernsey, soon became absorbed in the rich history of knitting in Cornwall, and created this lovely book of patterns, stitch designs, photos, and social history.
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New! Country Weekend Knits
Madeline Weston, $29.99 Cdn, $24.95 US

Classic designs inspired from traditional British knitwear, updated in current colourways in todays yarns. There are 25 patterns, rich in colour, texture and history.
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Creating Original Hand-Knitted Lace
Margaret Stove, $35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

The author has written this book to help aspiring designers (of any level) to understand the structure and design possibilities of knitted lace. The intricacies of designing knitted lace are thoroughly described.
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Dogs in Knits
Judith L. Swartz, $22.99 Cdn, $18.95 US

'Designed for dog lovers and passionate knitters, Dogs in Knits offers a unique and beautiful collection of sweaters and blankets for dogs only. Expert knitwear designer Judith Swartz brilliantly combines ethnic knitting traditions and a clean, modern sensibility to create sweaters that dogs can 'wear with dignity.' '
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New! Double Knitting
Baber, M'Lou,$35.99 Cdn, $29.95 US

The technique of double knitting creates a warm garment with colour patterning both sides, and lots of opportunity for great colourwork design. There are small items and accesscories up to sweaters and shawls for you to try out this fascinating technique.
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Double Knitting Delight DVD
Lucy Neatby, $28.95 Cdn, $26.95 US

Lucy Neatby wants to take you on a knitting adventure! Take Lucy home with this continuing DVD series. Rated for Knitting Maniacs, the amazing techniques of Double Knitting will challenge and delight you.
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Dreamweaver Collection Book 14
Elsebeth Lavold, $21.99 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 desings 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.
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