Knitting and Crochet
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| Basic Sock Video with N. Wiseman: if you know the knitting basics - casting off, knit and purl, binding off - you are ready to knit your first pair of socks from the top down using double pointed needles. Good, clear instructions. 60 minutes. DVD only. $29.95. |
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| Bead Crochet with C. Perrenoud: make a Victorian style drawstring pouch and several necklaces even if you do not know how to crochet! 75 minutes. DVD only. $29.95. |
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| Cardigan Details with M. Swansen: deals with all the techniques necessary to knit a basic circular, drop-shoulder cardigan with a small color pattern at the top of the body and sleeves, and a scooped up neckline. 90 minutes. DVD only. $29.95. |
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| Continental Knitting - by Nancie Wiseman: Learn this faster technique of knitting, used in Europe, this technique is known for its speed and smoothness.You knit using the right hand while holding the yarn in your left hand. Knit, Purl, Ribbing, Decreases, and Increases are shown. There are close-ups of the needles and yarns for easier demonstration and a brief discussion of Fair Isle Knitting. DVD only $35.95 |
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| Crochet a Cardigan from the Top Down with M. Rhodes: make a one-piece toddler size cardigan while learning about crocheted clothing construction. Charts, diagrams and a written pattern for the child's sweater are enclosed. Also covers how to convert this sweater into an adult size cardigan. 90 minutes. VIDEO tape only. $29.95. |
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| Hand-Knitted Lace by N. Wiseman: a companion to the book "Lace from the Attic"; includes borders, doilies, and shawls, 130 min. $40. Tape only. |
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| I-Cord Gloves with M. Swansen: I-cord fingers are knitted on 2 needles, united and the glove finished in the round. Two types of thumb gussets are shown, plus a gauntlet color-pattern, I-cord casting off & a matching cap. 60 minutes. $29.95. Tape only. |
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| New! Knitted Trims for Woven, Pieced, Felted, Crocheted, and Knitted Projects with G. Luters: learn about choosing yarns and needles and how to determine the length of trim needed and the quantity of yarn. Covers many variations of I-cord (multiple I-cord, twisted, braided and flat I-cord trims), mock cable, pie crust, picot, vertical garter stitch, 2-color garter slipstitch, pointed saw-tooth, scalloped shell, picot point, and looped and afghan garter stitch edgings. Great reference library of knitted trims. 84 minutes. DVD only. $29.95. |
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| Knitting Around with E. Zimmermann: 12 half-hour shows as seen on PBS plus footage of Elizabeth being arrested for "knitting without a license". Projects include: Moccasin Socks and Other Stockings; Fair Isle Yoke Sweater; Knitted Dickeys and a Very Warm Hat; Knitted Moebius; Bog Jacket; Pie are Square Shawl; Norwegian Pullover; Mittful of Mittens; An Aran Coat. A companion to the chapters in E. Z.' s book "Knitting Around". 3 cassettes. $95. |
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| Knitting Glossary with E. Zimmermann & M. Swansen: 130 techniques presented alphabetically (from Arans to yokes) and demonstrated by Elizabeth and Meg, plus a 20-minute interview with Elizabeth. 4 hours. DVD only. $40. |
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| Knitting - Multi-Color Techniques for Handknitters with S. Hodges: intermediate knitting course. Learn how to do color gradation with single and multiple rows of stripes, the Intarsia, Jacquard, stranded and weaving techniques; how to knit seams together, incorporate beads, plus one-handed and two-handed knitting techniques and how to combine the British and Continental methods of knitting. 117 minutes. Specify Video or DVD. $39.95. |
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| New! Knitting Lace (Three Lace Shawls) with M. Swansen: knit a long reversible shawl with a lace border, a Mananita or lace poncho (the word translates to "pretty little morning" and the garment is as romantic as the name), and a neck-scarf version of a traditional Faroese shawl. 120 minutes. DVD only. $34.95. |
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| Puzzle-Pillow Blanket with M. Swansen: a mysterious garter-stitch blanket that folds up into its own attached pillow cover; all knitted in one piece and a popular project for new knitters. Sofa-sized, and you can snug your feet into the pillow cover. 30 minutes. $29.95. Tape only. |
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| Shawl Collared Vest with M. Swansen: a medium-thick circular jacket with a knitted-on shawl collar. Features how to knit cables with or without a cable needle and many other techniques. 60 minutes. $29.95. Tape only. |
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| New! Sock I - How to Knit Socks on 2 Circular Needles with N. Galati: instead of using double pointed needles to knit in the round, why not use circular needles? Nenah will show you the long tail cast-on, how to position your stitches on 2 circular needles and how to go on knitting socks. 75 minutes. DVD only. $25. |
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| New! Sock II - How to Knit Two Socks at the Same Time with N. Galati: using the two long circular needle method, make 2 socks at the same time so you end up with a finished pair all at once. Sock I (above) is a pre-requisite. 75 minutes. DVD only. $25. |
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| Spiral Yoke Sweater with M. Swansen: a seamless pullover demonstrating many techniques including phony seams, hems, short rows, travelling stitch, weaving and more. 60 minutes. $34.95. Tape only. |
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| Swedish Dubbelmössa & Scarf/Hat with M. Swansen: a traditional patterned Swedish stocking cap that folds to produce 4 thicknesses over the ears and forehead. 60 minutes. $34.95. Tape only. |
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| Tapestry Crochet by C. Norton: easy to do even if youve never crocheted before; learn the basics while making a 2-color eyeglass case. 71 minutes. DVD only. $29.95. |
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