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A Gathering of Lace

by Meg Swansen

ISBN13: 9781893762244
ISBN10: 1893762246
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Collected from knitting designers all over the world, the patterns in this guide will be a joy to create for any knitter. The lavish full-color illustrations and easy-to-follow instruction charts will make these traditional patterns an exciting addition to a lace knitter's repertoire. From beginner to advanced, the 34 projects contained include designs for sweaters, vests, shawls, scarves, gloves, and socks. With beautiful photographs of these unique patterns, this knitting book is perfect for those who love to knit lace and those who would love to learn.

About the Author

Meg Swansen is the daughter of designer Elizabeth Zimmermann, a leading figure in handknitting since the mid-1950s. She is the owner of Schoolhouse Press, writes the semi-annual Wool Gathering, has produced nearly 20 instructional videos, and presides over Knitting Camp. She lives in Pittsville, Wisconsin.

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: Krista Smith-Moroziuk, October 23, 2009 (view all comments by Krista Smith-Moroziuk)
If you knit lace you must have this book. Great patterns and inspiration. These patterns will stand the test of time.
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: photogirl72, January 18, 2008 (view all comments by photogirl72)
This book has an extensive collection of lace patterns. They range from the classic lace patterns all the way to a bit of whimsy.

All patterns are charted, they are not written out. The instructions are easy to follow though.

I want to knit almost every item in this book. :D So many patterns to knit, so little time...
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Product Details

ISBN:: 9781893762244
Editor:: Rowley, Elaine
Author:: Xenakis, Alexis
Editor:: Rowley, Elaine
Author:: Swansen, Meg
Publisher:: XRX Books
Subject:: Lace
Subject:: Knitted lace
Subject:: Needlework - Lace & Tatting
Publication Date:: April 2005
Binding:: Paperback
Language:: English
Illustrations:: Y
Pages:: 173
Dimensions:: 898x1192x63 203

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