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Lithuania is a knitter's paradise-hand-knitted garments fill tourist street markets to overflowing, traditional crafts are celebrated at summer festivals and in open-air museums, and the first hint of winter turns the capital city of Vilnius into a veritable knitwear fashion show! Now, join knitting experts Donna Druchunas and June L. Hall in their journey through a fascinating and beautiful country, and discover Lithuania's rich textile histo...

EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Foolproof techniques, developed and perfected by designer Donna Druchunas, are the key to handknit socks that fit well and look great. Take precise measurements -- good fit depends on ankle and foot circumference -- adjust for stretchiness, choose the correct needles, and have fun with sock yarns! These are the elements that add up to socks you'll love to wear yourself or give as gifts. With chapters on cuff-down ...

Donna Druchunas presents traditional knitting designs and techniques from across the globe in step-by-step fashion. She begins with what ethnic knitting is, what you don't need to know, and color tips. For each location, she offers brief knitting-specific history, key techniques, and a handful of versatile patterns (texture or color). An introductory project lets the reader practice new skills, which are then applied to the knitting of individ...

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Qiviut, or musk ox down, is a world-class fiber--luxurious, warm, and lightweight. People who experience it become obsessed. Qiviut makes perfect hand-knitted lace, as demonstrated by the Alaskan artisans of Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers' Co-op. This book presents how-tos for knitting and designing lace, projects suited to new as well as experienced lace knitters, yarn sources, and comprehensive cultural background.