MOONRISE
From Inspiration to Accomplishment
Lace Knitting Supplies & Instruction
Sandy Terp
304 Swartley Road, Hatfield PA 19440 (215) 822-7292
MOONRISELaceKnitting@verizon.net
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Classics - these are the books no knitter, (especially a lace
knitter), should do without |
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Knitting
Lace by Susanna Lewis went out of print in the 90's. Now Schoolhouse
press will be reprinting this classic. It is based on a sampler of
lace knitting stitches in the Brooklyn Museum. It offers, in addition, a
comprehensive course in lace knitting. If you want to go beyond the simple
patterns and understand how lace is formed with a knitting needle, you
need this book. $28 |
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Original Hand-Knitted Lace by Margaret Stove was taken out of print some
time ago and is now available in reprint thanks to Lacis. This book
has been a great inspiration to me as a designer. If you are
ready to progress from following other's designs you must have this
one. $29 |
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The
Art of Shetland Lace by Sarah Dos has been taken out of print twice in its
long history, but it should ALWAYS be available to lace knitters. We
do have other Shetland Lace books now, but this is the classic. $26 |
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Barbara Abbey's Knitting Lace.
Best lace knitting book that has ever been! Close to 100 edgings,
shortrow construction medallions. Briefly out of print but there was
such an outcry they almost immediately reprinted! Every lace knitter
must have this book. $22 |
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First Book of Modern Lace Knitting by Maryanne Kinzel . .$7
A big "Thank you" to Dover Publications for keeping this classic
in print. Flat and round knitting for the home. |
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Second Book of Modern Lace Knitting by M. Kinzel . . .$8
More of the same, including some edgings and oval designs. |
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The Barbara Walker Treasuries--1 & 2 (the original
treasuries) and 3 (from the "charted" book) and 4 (from the
"Sampler Knitting book with some new material) If you are a knitter
and don't have these, believe me you need them! A big "thank
you" to Schoolhouse Press for reprinting these. A special price for
these very special books. Each is $28. If you order more than one , they
are $25 each. |
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The Mary Thomas Knitting Book . . . . . $8 The Mary Thomas
Pattern Book. . .$9 Dover has kept these available. A must for every
knitter! I learned to understand knitting reading these books and I
continue to learn from them. |
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Eagerly awaited—“Successful Lace Knitting” by
Donna Druchunas
Ms Druchunas celebrates the work of
Dorothy Reade. There is an extended bio and followed by 20 designs based on
Dorothy Reade’s patterns. I have always been a fan of D. Reade and love that
she worked so hard to make lace knitting understandable. Her stitch patterns
are all here worked into modern garments by a number of designers.
Successful Lace Knitting, paperback, 112 pages, lots of color $28 |
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Knitting
Lace Triangles by Evelyn A. Clark Most of you have seen or maybe worked
Evelyn's designs published by Fiber Trends. Always doable with easy to
understand directions. Here she gives you everything you could want to
know about triangle shawls that start at the back of the neck. The
information is presented in a way that lets you design your own within the
construction. She even shows you how to add beads. $18 |
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Wrapped
in Comfort: Knitted Lace Shawls by Alison Jeppson Hyde uses a different
shaping method where the shawl is basically round with an opening.
She has used Barbara Walker designs and adapted them to this
shaping. Some are more than round, and can have one end thrown over
a shoulder. 12 shawls and 4 lace scarves. Each pattern includes
written instructions and helpful charts. Each shawl is graded by
difficulty. Color photos, 80 pages. $24 |
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Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac . . . . . . . . . .
. . .$8 Projects for each month of the year. Each month explores a type of
knitting or a group of projects–sweaters, baby things, shawls to
"nether" garments. All written in EZ's wonderful style. A pretty
complete course in knitting, all for a fiver! |
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Five and Dime Edgings by Sandy
Terp. Thirty edgings from vintage pattern books--reworked, redesigned and
rewritten in Lace Shorthand. 1993, 40 pages, Spiral Bound. $10 |
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The Pruden Knitting Diary by Sandy
Terp. Lace edging patterns from the late 1800's, reworked, charted and
rewritten in lace shorthand. The book includes a history and introduction
by Janet Johnson Stephens. 1997, 60 pages, Spiral Bound. $16 |
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ARTIC
LACE by Donna Druchunas is a history of the native Alaskan knitters and
the Qiviut (musk ox down) that they use to make lace scarfs and other
garments. The lace is all eyelets and carefully charted. Instructions will
take even the beginner into making beautiful lace. This is a soft cover
with 192 pages and pictures in black and white. $26 |
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VICTORIAN
LACE TODAY by Jane Sowerby. A big beautiful book that does a fantastic job
adapting old patterns. True to tradition but in colors and yarns that are
"today". This is a hardcover book with almost 200 pages of
color, diagrams and instruction
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projects and just enough history for a reading break. $30 |
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The Lacy Knitting of Mary Schiffmann by Nancy Nehring. .
.$16 Mary was a founding member of the Lacy Knitters guild and they have
shown some of her work in their newsletter. Many patterns and more. |
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Shetland Lace Knitting from Charts by Hazel Carter. . . . .
. . . . . . . .$14 Not a new book, but a new printing that reminded me of
just how good it is. You will like the clear charts and unusual patterns.
Temporarily unavailable from my supplier and out of stock on my shelves. |
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SHETLAND
LACE by Gladys Amedro. Revised with many color pictures. This was a
classic that I thought was gone. Even though Gladys has passed on, her
work continues, hopefully for many years. The instructions are different
but very easy to follow once you get into it. This one's a keeper! $40 |
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KNITTED
LACE OF ESTONIA by Nancy Bush.  This
is a marvelous book! It is full of unusual stitch patterns and
"must make" shawls and scarves. $22. |
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KNITTED
LACE IN WHITE by Sonja Esbensen. Another wonderful lace knitter and
designer who has passed on. I love Sonja's first two books and so I am
delighted to offer you this third one.
These are her
designs. She uses a form of charting very much like my Lace Shorthand.
Read bottom up and right to left, the instructions are on one line using
symbols but no little boxes. I think that once you use this form of
charting, you will rechart to this system. For the most complicated of the
designs it is the only way to do.
It is in English with row by row
directions, although she does use symbols. I cannot think of a better
book for the beginner who is ready to try something a little bit more
advanced. The pictures of the stitches couldn't be clearer and the designs
are not your usual, see- them-everywhere, patterns. $40
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HEIRLOOM KNITTING by Sharon Miller. . . . . . . .$55 In my
opinion this is the most important book on lace knitting to come along in
a long time. Here is what Judith Rankin, researcher and designer has to
say: "Every serious lace knitter should have this book. She is
articulate, the charts are easy to understand, and her guidance is
thoughtful." |
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A Gathering of Lace@ edited by Meg Swansen. . . .
.Only $30 now that it is in paperback. Meg
invited 30 lace designers to submit ideas for this beautiful book. Even if
I didn't knit lace I would want this book! The patterns (not quick and
easy, but doable), the techniques (that you never see in the magazines),
and the inspiration make it an instant classic. On request, I will sign
Amy@ page where you will find my Magickal Earth shawl. |
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Lace Books – all are charted |
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Reprinted!
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Omas
Strickgeheimnisse by Eichenseer, Grill and Kron is a German
stitch pattern book of great interest. The symbols are different than you
may be used to, but the good news is that there are only a few of
them. The authors have charted the patterns in both round and
back and forth. And there are 200 stitch patterns, some of which I have
never seen elsewhere! $30. |
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Muestras
Ymotivos Tricot Hogar #1 is in Spanish but charted. Many of these designs
seem inspired by the Art Knitting Movement. One is almost stitch by stitch
the same as one in a Japanese book fully inspired by the German work of
that time. This book also has a number of wonderful edgings. $12. |
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The
Knitted Lace Patterns of C. Duchrow Vol I. . . . . $20 In German, reprint
by Lacis, best of the three volumes. Volume II and III by Christine
Duchrow. . . .Each $16 Lacis did very little editing on these two books. |
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Lavori
Artistica Calza #11 by Italian designers. This Italian book uses new
symbolism, but I give a mini translation. It contains much of interest to
the lace knitter. $18 |
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STRICKSPITZEN 8258 Wiener & Andere - another
German Art Knitting book. (The magenta book.) It is by Wiener and Andere
and contains 36 designs from the early 20th century Vienna School of
Decorative Arts. Similar to the other German books, it is in portfolio
style. $40
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The long awaited English translation of Eva Maria
Leszner’s “Knitted Lace Designs of Herbert Niebling”. These charts
have been masterfully edited and revised by Mary Frances Wogec. And what a job
she did. The charts are clear and easy to understand and
she gives many diagrams and pictures. I have not seen any of these
designs before. And never have I seen the German charts so clearly
translated. This was worth waiting for. $28
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Knitter
Lace by Sonja Esbensen and Anna Rasmussen (sometimes called Kunststrik I)
This is a book of mostly round doilies. Sonja used a type of chart/written
directions that makes a lot of sense. I was upset when it went out of
print, but IT IS BACK. This printing is in English. $28
Kunststrik II by Sonja Esbensen is in German. It too,
contains mostly round doilies and some tablecloths. The stitch patterns
and designs are truly unique. These books are classics and should be in
every serious lace knitters library. $28
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KUNSTSTRICKEN
Schone Historische Muster I (the red book) and KUNST STRICKEN GroBe
und kleine Decken (the black book). Kunst-stricken means Knitted Lace - these are two
books chock full of Neibling
patterns. I consider these the best of the German books. A translation of the symbols in English is given. Please
specify if you want the red book ($40) or the black book ($40). |
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KUNSTRICK-DECKEN
Beyer-Band 454 entworfen von Herbert Niebling (the pumpkin book.)
This is an especially nice one, featuring designs by Niebling during his
most advanced and productive time. Large tablecloths, curtains and
doilies. This book retails for $55, this is a special price good until
4/1/10 only! $40. |
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SPITZENSTRICKEREI
band 1 8259 Herbert Neibling (the turquoise book) and SPITZENSTRICKEREI
BAND 2 8260 Herbert Neibling (the orange book). TWO MORE (new) portfolio books of
Herbert Neibling designs. These are in German. They each contain 12-14
designs, many of them attached to linen or other fabric. Challenging and
intricate. I especially like the shades. Please
specify if you want the blue book or the orange book. Each is $40.
**The current issue of Anna magazine has a open-center doily by
Niebling that surrounds a mirror. What a good idea for these pieces that
are meant to be sewn onto linen. They would look fantastic around a mirror
or picture.**
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KUNSTRICKEN
8269 Bands 408 and 760 It will be the purple book. Available in
April 2010! |
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SPITZENSTRICHEREI
Schone Decken Herbert Neibling. It will be the dark blue book.
Available in April 2010! |
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Knitted Lace (Kunst-stricken) by Marie Niedner & Gussi
von Reden. . .$20 Knitted Lace II (Kunst-Stricken II) by Marie Niedner and
Gertrud Billforth and Edith Wallach and Margarete Lang. . . . .$20 These books are in German with charts and some
editing by Lacis. Old patterns for some pretty advanced lace. |
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| Patterns
If you order a pattern only shipping for 1
or 2 is only $3.
More than that goes for the usual $6 |
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NEW!
"Exuberance is Beauty" - William Blake
Autumn Exuberance by Sandy Terp A fall flower with
multiple rounds of petals is symbolic of that time in a woman's life when
she comes into her own with a new zest for life. The kids are grown,
career established, social life routine and a beautiful exuberance for
life blooms.
Lace weight yarn, #2 needles, this pattern is for
adventurous intermediates.
Bonus matching doll shawl, "Winter Garden" to
be done in a finer yarn.
Pattern $20
Thanks to Judith Rankin, our model & Jon Terp
the photographer. |
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Three
Times A Lady Shawl Pattern by Sandy Terp
This shawl is named "Three Times a Lady" after the Lionel
Richie song and the symbolism represents the three phases of a woman's
life. The construction is the
three-triangle method I have developed. The basic shape is a triangle that
has an unfinished bottom point. From a practical point of view, this
eliminates the awkward long point. Symbolically it shows unfinished or
unrealized parts of a woman’s life. Spiral Bound, 20 pages, 2007 $20
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The
Great Cosmos Shawl Pattern by Sandy Terp
My design is called "Cosmos" because the
Italian doily design I adapted for the center reminded me of the milky
way. This pattern is constructed from the center out; it starts
with a "larger than circular" center, then squares out and
finally has rounded corners. When folded it makes a butterfly shape that
sits beautifully on your shoulders. You will like this and you will learn
a new and wonderful shawl construction. Spiral Bound, 11 pages, 2003 $20 |
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Lace
Sampler Scarf Pattern by Sandy Terp
This sampler was adapted from one found in a box of
patterns that came with a long out of print book, "American
Needlework" by Rose Wilder Lane and the editors of Woman's Day.
The lace patterns are very basic - - classic ones really, and easy to
do. I've provided the original directions as well as my re-written
directions and charts. Spiral Bound, 29 pages, 1990 $10 |
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Frost
Diamonds Scarf Pattern by Sandy Terp
This scarf is done with the modified Russian shawl
technique. The pattern is a sampler of traditional Russian patterns
worked within five diamonds. Spiral Bound, 14 pages, 2001 $15 |
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Handfast
Wedding Shawl Pattern by Sandy Terp
This is a large, advanced project using the Russian
shawl techniques. The six foot square shawl could be for a wedding
or for a baby Christening. There is ample garter stitch ground to
put in names or initials and I give you directions for the carried eyelet
to do so. Spiral Bound, 25 pages, 2006 $20 |
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Flora's
Wrap Shawl Pattern by Sandy Terp
Flora is the Goddess of flowers, this shawl demonstrates
the use of texture patterns in lace fabric using a flower theme. It
also teaches the "Three Triangle" construction.
Spiral Bound, 30 pages, 2006 $15 |
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NEW!
Pattern by Bridget Rorem, put out by Schoolhouse Press. It is called “Near
Solstice”. It is intriguing and different. The triangular shawl has
writing across the top, so you will have instruction on working letters.
10 pages all together and a wonderful buy at $8 with $2 shipping if
ordered alone. |
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NEW!
Estonian Medallion Lace Scarf by Eugene Beugler has a very unusual cluster
stitch that has elements of Nancy Bush's nupps. For the adventurous
knitter! It is a dramatic design of cluster stitches done in an unusual
way. Two widths in lace weight yarn. It is a lovely stitch
pattern and one that you will want to use in other projects. $6 with $2
shipping if ordered alone. A good companion to the Nancy Bush book or one
of our Estonian Lace Knitting Workshops. |
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Flower
Eyelet Afghan by Eugen Beugler, a simple flower eyelet pattern is combined
with traditional basket weave for this attractive afghan. Thermal
warmth is created by the blocks of knit and purl stitches, making it a
cozy throw for chilly evenings. The pattern stitch is easy to
memorize and looks great in a variety of worsted weight yarns.
Instructions are included for a full size afghan and a smaller size
throw. Eugen Beugler is famous for his lace work. Fiber Trends
has published 3 of his patterns and will be doing more. Only $6.00 each.
Shipping on patterns is only $2 regardless of the quantity. |
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Fuchsia
Lace Scarves by Eugen K. Beugler, little lace flowers are bordered by
gentle scallops on these elegant scarves. Choose between Trailing
Fuchsia Lace and Double Fuchsia Lace. On both, the simple lace is
outlined with purl stitches. The side edges are knit in Eugen's
favorite twisted garter stitch with a cable twist every 10 rows to form
the scallop. Scarves shown in dk weight yarn, but the patterns
easily adapt to different weights of yarn, as well as for wider scarves
and wraps. The versatility and beauty of these designs ensure they
will be a perennial favorite. Only $6.00 each. Shipping on patterns is
only $2 regardless of the quantity. |
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Spring
Blossoms Shawl by Eugen Beugler, blossoms are bountiful on this beautiful
shawl. Purl stitches out-line the leaves and define the stems,
creating an interesting texture in the stockinette stitch lace
pattern. Knit from the center out, the shawl is cast off with a
simple crocheted chain edging that can be started near the end of any
16-round repeat, making it easy to customize the size. The sample
was knit in JaggerSpun's Zephyr Wool-Silk. Designed for the
adventurous knitter, this heirloom quality shawl will bring a bouquet of
compliments through many seasons. Only $6.00 each. Shipping on patterns is
only $2 regardless of the quantity. |
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Evelyn A. Clark is one of my favorite designers. Her lace
projects are easy enough for beginners and always look fabulous.
Shoalwater Shawl, by Evelyn A. Clark is a triangular
shawl in garter stitch for fingering, sport or DK weight yarn
Peace Shawl, by Evelyn A. Clark is a triangular shawl in
garter stitch lace weight yarn. The model is made with Jaggerspun
wool/silk Zephyr that Moonrise sells.
Seascape Shawl, by Evelyn A. Clark is a triangular shawl
in garter stitch for lace weight yarns.
Spinner’s Lace Shawl, by Evelyn A. Clark is a
triangular shawl in garter stitch allows for a variety of sizes and
weights of yarns. Beads can be added, if desired. This new pattern uses
symbols from Greek mythology and Spider Woman from Hopi and Navajo
legends.
Estonian Garden is a wrap or scarf pattern in
traditional Estonian lace stitches. It is written out as well as charted.
By Evelyn Clark.
Shoulder Shrug.
Only $6.00 each. Shipping on patterns is only $2 regardless
of the quantity.
If you like Evelyn A. Clark, you should consider her new
book (listed above in English Books)
- Knitting Lace Triangles.
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Collections by Gloria Penning |
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Danish Lace Treasures, collected by
Gloria Penning features the work of Anna Marie Jensen. The patterns are
written out. $10 |
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Knitted
Heirloom Lace II Additional old lace patterns collected and written out by
Gloria Penning. This edition has been corrected and revised. $10 |
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Knitter
Heirloom Lace III More old patterns collected and written out by Gloria
Penning. $10 |
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Old
World Treasures, collected by Gloria Penning features the work of Lillie
Meitler. The patterns are written out. $10 |
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Patterns
for the Art of Lace Knitting by R. Schnelling . . $10 Reprinted by Gloria
Penning, these are a collections of leaflets from the 50's. They use an
early form of charting. |
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Knitting Lace in Miniature by Gloria Penning . . . . .$10
The perfect book for beginners in Medallion knitting! Lots of little round
doilies. I can think of many uses for these treasures, but you may want to
chart them for ease of working. |
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| Other
Books of Interest |
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HISTORY
OF HAND KNITTING by Richard Rutt. A reprint of this classic in hardcover,
published by Interweave. $40 |
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THE
KNITTING GODDESS by Deborah Bergman is an absorbing read. The stories of
the Goddesses are wrapped around very simple projects. Symbolism is
emphasized, empowering your knitting with creativity and meaning. I loved
this one. $12 |
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HANDKNITTING
WITH MEG SWANSEN is in its fourth printing. About time I found this great
book! Wonderful, wonderful book. Your knitting bookshelf must have this
one. Paperbound. $12 |
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Knitting 19th Century Sources ed. by Jules & Kaethe
Kliot. . . . . .$22 At long last someone has collected the Weldon Knitting
patterns. |
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Bead Work, second edition (greatly expanded) Ed. by the
Kliots, . . . . $15 This one gives the old patterns and instructions for
bead knitting and other bead work. Beaded Bags and More Ed. by the Kliots.
. . . . .$16 Not all knitting, but a great book! |
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Place your order via phone 215-822-7292 or e-mail MOONRISELaceKnitting@verizon.net!
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