Learn to Knit the Easy Way : Chunky Yarns, Big Needles, 16 Fabulous Projects

This book is your shortcut to mastering the art of chunky yarn needlework! Covering everything from needles used when working with chunky yarns to nine key techniques, author and lifelong knitting enthusiast Val Pierce takes the art of chunky knitting and makes it accessible to students of all levels.

The perfect book for budding knitting enthusiasts, this guide features comprehensive, introductory lessons for beginners who want to learn the technique of working chunky yarns with larger needles. You''ll learn nine key techniques from lifelong needle crafting enthusiast, designer and instructor Val Pierce. Val distills her established teaching methods into a single easy-to-understand resource. Want to know the basic stitches? It''s all here, including garter, stockinette, ribbing, cables, and seed. Want answers to basic questions so you can troubleshoot your way through your first knitting experiences? As a teacher of both new and intermediate students, Val Pierce can help. You''ll also find 15 great knitting projects within, including beanies, mittens, blankets, cowls, socks, wall hanging, sweater vests, oversized knit sweaters, and even a cardigan! This is the perfect introduction for someone who''s always wanted to learn to knit with chunky yarns the easy way.