Vintage Baby Knits

Vintage Baby Knits
Title Vintage Baby Knits PDF eBook
Author Kristen Rengren
Publisher Open Road Media
Pages 380
Release 2012-10-30
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1453268219

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The longtime knitter and vintage fashion expert puts a contemporary twist on classic knit babywear in this beautifully photographed pattern book. While working as a vintage clothing dealer, combing through estate sales and eBay listings, longtime knitter Kristen Rengren amassed hundreds of knitting pattern booklets from 1920 through 1960. Now a knitwear designer, Rengren brings us the result of her combined passions in Vintage Baby Knits, a charming collection of more than 40 contemporary updates of timeless baby patterns. Projects range from small, quick-to-knit items like hats, booties, and shrugs to larger, more challenging designs for sweaters, onesies, and dresses, including a lace christening gown. Beautiful photographs capture a bevy of adorable babies and toddlers wearing these knitted treasures. Also included are sidebars on baby fashion and knitting culture in this bygone era, and a complete reference section. Destined to be a classic itself, Vintage Baby Knits promises family heirlooms for 21st-century babies.

Vintage Knits for Modern Babies

Vintage Knits for Modern Babies
Title Vintage Knits for Modern Babies PDF eBook
Author Hadley Fierlinger
Publisher Ten Speed Press
Pages 106
Release 2011-03-30
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1607741261

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Vintage Knits for Modern Babies presents twenty-five vintage-inspired patterns from the stylish baby knitwear label, Shescraftyknits.com. Owner and designer Hadley Fierlinger shares her lovingly crafted collection of hand-knitted, heirloom-quality garments for infants and toddlers aged six months to three years. From caps, cardigans, and mittens to booties, bonnets, and blankets–each pattern features delicate period details hearkening back to the 1930s, ’40s, and ’50s while offering modern comfort and a contemporary preference for natural and organic yarns. This is a delightful gift for mothers-to-be, grandmothers, godmothers, aunties, and others, offering a full range of keepsake projects at proficiency levels for beginner, intermediate, and experienced knitters.

Vintage Baby Knits

Vintage Baby Knits
Title Vintage Baby Knits PDF eBook
Author Kristen Rengren
Publisher Open Road Media
Pages 160
Release 2012-10-30
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1453268456

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The longtime knitter and vintage fashion expert puts a contemporary twist on classic knit babywear in this beautifully photographed pattern book. While working as a vintage clothing dealer, combing through estate sales and eBay listings, longtime knitter Kristen Rengren amassed hundreds of knitting pattern booklets from 1920 through 1960. Now a knitwear designer, Rengren brings us the result of her combined passions in Vintage Baby Knits, a charming collection of more than 40 contemporary updates of timeless baby patterns. Projects range from small, quick-to-knit items like hats, booties, and shrugs to larger, more challenging designs for sweaters, onesies, and dresses, including a lace christening gown. Beautiful photographs capture a bevy of adorable babies and toddlers wearing these knitted treasures. Also included are sidebars on baby fashion and knitting culture in this bygone era, and a complete reference section. Destined to be a classic itself, Vintage Baby Knits promises family heirlooms for 21st-century babies. This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book.

Vintage Knits for Babies

Vintage Knits for Babies
Title Vintage Knits for Babies PDF eBook
Author Rita Taylor
Publisher Jacqui Small
Pages 0
Release 2015-05-01
Genre Infants' clothing
ISBN 9781909342811

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Nothing can beat the individuality and beauty of hand-knitted shawls and garments for babies, which will be treasured for years to come and handed down as family heirlooms. Vintage Knits for Babies contains a wonderful selection of knitting patterns for little ones, from birth to 18 months, based on traditional babiesâ?? and childrenâ??s wear from Victorian times to the 1950s. Drawing upon her own collection of vintage knitting patterns and photographs, expert knitter and designer of period costumes Rita Taylor has updated everything from lacy shawls, elaborate Christening gowns and matinee jacket sets to pretty dresses, cute cardigans and cosy coats. There is even a chapter on adorable knitted toys. Traditional stitch patterns, such as stripes, basket-weave and blackberry, and many lace patterns are combined with delightful details and pretty finishing touches. Each item has been chosen for its timeless quality and adapted for knitting with gorgeous modern yarns, including merino, cotton, cashmere, bamboo, alpaca and other mixes â?? all widely available worldwide. With fascinating insights into the history of babiesâ?? and childrenâ??s wear, Vintage Knits for Babies has an irresistible homespun charm that will appeal to all knitters who appreciate a nostalgic vibe.

Vintage Modern Knits

Vintage Modern Knits
Title Vintage Modern Knits PDF eBook
Author Courtney Kelly
Publisher Penguin
Pages 466
Release 2013-01-20
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1620331748

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Looking for classic and romantic knits with current style? Inspired by traditional knits, up-and-coming designers Courtney Kelley and Kate Gagnon Osborn put their own contemporary spin on knitting in Vintage Modern Knits, offering designs that you will simply want to wear! From classic designs with fashion-forward color combinations to funky cable sweaters for weekend living, each pattern takes its inspiration from classic silhouettes and adds a a modern spin for an irresistible combination. Vintage Modern Knits features several different traditional techniques--cables, Fair Isle, lace, colorwork, and more--all showcased in modern, luxurious projects that are fun to knit and lovely to wear. Divided into three sections (Vintage Feminine, Rustic Weekend, and Winter Harbor), Vintage Modern Knits features pieces with tailored lines, close fit, and easy-to-wear, stylish classics. Projects range from quick accessories to garments in a variety of knitting techniques. Packed with perfect weekend wear, Vintage Modern Knits puts a contemporary twist on classic knits you-ll love wearing!

Easy Baby Knits

Easy Baby Knits
Title Easy Baby Knits PDF eBook
Author Claire Montgomerie
Publisher CICO Books
Pages 0
Release 2016-02-11
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 9781782493532

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A collection of simple, practical, and stylish knits for babies. A collection of simple, practical, and stylish knits for babies. Easy Baby Knits features beautiful designs that babies and parents alike will love. With easy-to-follow patterns and imaginative projects, you'll be itching to get knitting for your own or someone else's baby. The Getting Started section tells you everything you need to know to start knitting, including how to cast on and bind off, the basic knit and purl stitches, and how to get the right gauge. Essential techniques such as increasing and decreasing are also covered, and there are handy tips for fixing mistakes and reading patterns. Then there is a delightful selection of Baby Clothes to choose from, starting with a simple scarf, then moving on to some gorgeous bootees—the perfect gift for a new baby. There are adorable clothes for both boys and girls, including a smart double-breasted coat, some cute and colourful overalls, and a pretty pink wrap top. In Toys and Accessories you will find simple projects to make for the nursery. Babies will be fascinated by the birds mobile and the rabbit soft toy is sure to become a faithful companion. Create beautiful mementos that will be treasured forever, such as a special gift bib, or a naming day blanket. Finally there is a useful suppliers section to help you source yarns and equipment.

Baby Knits from Around the World

Baby Knits from Around the World
Title Baby Knits from Around the World PDF eBook
Author Kari Cornell
Publisher Creative Publishing international
Pages 146
Release 2013-11-01
Genre Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN 1610588606

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Knitting expert Kari Cornell teaches you how to make your own baby knits in all of the world’s authentic traditions. Baby Knits from Around the World showcases 20 designs by well-known artisans hailing from classic knitting traditions in Scandinavia, Ireland, Scotland, England, the Baltics, Europe, South America, and North America. The book includes detailed instructions for ever-popular baby hats, blankets, sweaters, booties, pants, dresses, toys, and mitts; while introductions to each pattern detail the history of the technique that the design employs. With over 100 gorgeous photos and diagrams throughout, knitters of all proficiency levels are sure to enjoy Kari Cornell’s hand-picked collection of baby knitting projects.