Book TitleKnitting with Balls : a Hands-On Guide to Knitting for the Modern Man
Number of Pages160 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicNeedlework / Knitting
Publication Year2006
IllustratorYes
GenreCrafts & Hobbies
AuthorVecchio Del
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight13.8 Oz
Item Length8.3 in
Item Width7.4 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2006-286354
SynopsisPacked with modern styles, tips on how to create personalized designs, and a history of the surprisingly close ties that men and yarn have shared through the years, this original craft book is perfect for the growing band of male knitters. Includes 25 projects., Men knit ... and have for centuries. Soldiers, cowboys, and sailors traditionally knitted their own garments and today's men are following suit. Don't let society squelch the truth about men and knitting any longer! You can join the uprising of male knitters, even if you've never touched a pair of needles. Featuring classic men's designs with an edgy twist, Michael del Vecchio's bold new guide will show you: 22 original patterns, from the Tribal Sweater to the Felted Military Belt, all the basics a guy needs to teach himself to knit, clearly illustrated, step-by-step instructions for every stitch, how to alter and design your own patterns, tips on how to start your own revolutionary men's knitting group. Knitting with Balls will inspire you with its witty, modern approach to men's knitting, whether you are a seasoned knitter on a new recruit. It's the perfect guide for the female yarn addict in search of a cool gift for her guy, or for members of the growing band of male knitters. Book jacket.
I felt that the description and picture were
Misleading. I thought it was a sweater or a long sleeve t-shirt, and purchased it as a gag gift for
my boyfriend..
It is a knitting book with patterns for you to knit for the men in your life.