CONTENTS
THE PROJECTS
SCARVES, HATS, and GLOVES
Lacy scarf
Diagonal scarf
Beaded-rib scarf
Scrap-yarn scarf
Wavy scarf
Quick-to-knit earflap hat
Pull-on hat and handwarmers
Floppy-brim hat
Fair Isle earflap hat and fingerless gloves
Skinny scarf
Rainbow scarf
Braid scarf
Pompom scarf
Scattered-sequin scarf
Legwarmers
Leopard-spots headband
WRAPS, PONCHOS, and SHRUGS
Tassel wrap
Cream cowl rib
Fizz wrap
Comfort blanket
Ribbon-yarn wrap
Striped afghan
Fluffy shrug
Slouchy shrug
Summer shawl
Chevron poncho
JACKETS and TOPS
Loop-edge jacket
Ripped fabric top
Fun-fur vest
Wrap jacket
Sparkle vest
Sheepskin-look vest
Ripped-fabric vest
Shaded jacket
Circular yoke sweater
Blanket jacket
BAGS
Denim bag
Chunky-knit tote
Weekend bag
Gold sequin bag
Moss-stitch bag
String bag
Knitting bag
Woven-look bag
Beaded phone-pouch
Tweed handbag
Black velvet bag
Scrap mini bag
TECHNIQUES
The Basics
Holding the yarn and needles
Making a slip knot
Casting on
Casting off
Making a knit stitch
Making a purl stitch
Simple stitch patterns
Garter stitch
Stockinette stitch
Reverse stockinette stitch
Moss stitch
Rib and Cable
Shaping and patterning
Making garments
Understanding patterns
Abbreviations
Checking tension
Troubleshooting
Sewing up
Ten tips for faster knitting
Care of garments
Stockists and distributors
Index and acknowledgments