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Here are some of our best-selling books and videos and dvds. We sell all fiber arts related books available, plus all of the popular Victorian Videos series. If the book you're looking for is in print, we can supply you!
*BOOKS*
Catalog reference numbers are shown in Blue *NEW OR REVISED BOOKS, ALL CATEGORIES:* There are SO MANY NEW BOOKS continually arriving in our shop that we never catch up in posting the new books to our website - if you have a new title in mind, please email us and we'll tell you if we have it in stock! Our sale books: An Everlasting Garden , by Jim and Dotti Becker, $12.95, now 10% off at $11.66. A Guide to growing, harvesting, and enjoying everlasting flowers. Such an enjoyable book, even though technically not a dye book.(bvb014) Knitting With Novelty Yarns by Laura Militzer Bryant and Barry Klein, $34.95, reduced to $24.47 (30% off Sale). These designs combine beautiful patterns or stunning solids with a hint of frivolity for one of a kind sweaters and shawls, both dressy and casual. Misty Morning Moment is a lush, textural heaven of a wrap blending neutral yarns and ribbons in the colors of fog and vanilla. Another pattern combines Merino wool with eyelash details. Each design is made two ways, by two different knitters using different yarns and techniques. Scrumptious yarns from Prism and Trendsetter are featured, and outstanding photographs give the illusion that you could reach out and feel the textures.(bvk025) Urban Knitter , by Lily Chin, $14.00, reduced to $9.80 (30% off Sale). Some of the old time knitters might have wondered where knitting is going in the next generation. They should not worry, the author has collected the work of knitters she knows and made a collection of their garments and accessories for all to enjoy making. From stylish sweaters, halters, and bikinis to lovely beaded bags, sandals, and pillows the range of items in this collection points to the future of our craft. (bvk022) Beyond Wool, by Candace Strick (30% off $34.95; reduced to 24.47).If you've ever knit with a new luxurious yarn and been unhappy with the results, a book like this would have saved you time and spared you disappointment. Nine yarns--mohair, alpaca, llama, cashmere, silk, angora, qiviut, cotton, linen and hemp--are each given their own chapter in which their source, history, particular proclivities and design potentials are carefully examined. In addition, smart, simple knit patterns are offered for each yarn which make use of their individual assets. Should the yarns not be available in your locale, mail order addresses are given. Fascinating even for non-knitters. (bvsale004) Cool Socks, Warm Feet, by Lucy Neatby ($19.95 reduced to 15.00 while supplies last).A collection of sock patterns inspired by the superabundance of selfstriping sock yarns on the market. These sock patterns are designed to show off the colours in the yarns, yet offer the knitter more than an endless repetition of a basic sock pattern. A variety of styles of heels, toes and cast-on methods is offered. sock paterns are: Simply Splendid Socks, Timberline Toes, Crenellated Toe-Up Socks, Marietta Rib Socks, Chequerboard Socks, Mermaid Socks.(bvsale005) Yarn Girls Guide to Simple Knits, by Carles/Jacobs. ($30 reduced to $25.) 30 patterns ranging from scarves and hats to sweaters and throws. All quick and easy to knit. *SPINNING BOOKS* Hands on Spinning , by Lee Raven, $21.95. Excellent book for beginning spinning.You'll find here all you'll need to know to spin unique, beautiful, high-quality yarns for your knitting, crocheting, or weaving. With very clear directions and excellent diagrams, the author starts you on your spinning journey by simply pulling some fibers from a small hand full of wool and spinning them on your thigh, then introduces you to spinning on a wheel. Companion video, Spinning Wool: Basics & Beyond, bvv001.(bvb001) Ashford Book of Spinning , by Anne Field, $25.95 while supplies last. Everything a beginning spinner needs to know. Although much emphasis is placed on using the Ashford wheel, the material included here is so well presented and basic that it would benefit any new spinner. Further, it goes well beyond simply providing instructions for spinning. There are chapters on dyeing, felting, and instructions for making projects using handspun yarns. There are sweaters and scarves, mittens and booties, and more, each illustrated in color. Companion video, Spinning Wool: Basics & Beyond, bvv001.(bvb002) Color In Spinning , by Deb Menz, soft cover, $26.95. An absolutely fantastic book with emphasis on repeatably producing the same yarn by using tested drafting methods on either drum carded color batts or hand-painted roving. Excellent whether you are using for handcarded fibers or for dyeing. (bvb004) Essentials of Handspinning, by Mabel Ross, $14.95. (Limited quantities available.) The detailed little book which has become a bible for spinners who wish to be very specific in their yarn production. Companion video, Handspinning Wool, Advanced Techniques, bvv002.(bvb005) Spinning Llama and Alpaca, by Chris Switzer, $14.00. Shearing, preparation, spinning and marketing of llama and alpaca fibers.(bvb009) Handspun Treasures from Rare Wools , edited by Deborah Robson, $19.95. Spin-Off Magazine's Collected Works from the Save the Sheep Project; includes projects and great photographs.(bvb010) *WEAVING BOOKS* Learning to Weave , by Deborah Chandler, $27.95. Recently revised, this is the best book for beginning weavers or those who need a refresher course in weaving; includes everything you need to know to learn about your loom, warping, and weaving and finishing a project. Companion dvds, Introduction to Weaving, bvv101, and Beginning Four-Harness Weaving, bvv102.(bvb101) Handweavers' Pattern Book , by Marguerite Davison, $39.00. Hundreds of 4-harness patterns; no weaver should be without this book! (bvb102) Twill Thrills, best of Weaver's Magazine, $28.95. Twill weaving patterns for numerous projects. (bvb105tw) Fabrics that Go Bump , best of Weavers' Magazine, $28.95. More excellence from Weavers' Magazine - textural fabrics and projects for weavers. (bvb128) Magic of Doubleweave , best of Weavers' Magazine, $28.95. (bvb1233) Thick & Thin, best of Weavers' Magazine, $28.95. More than 30 projects and designs for clothing, rugs, blankets, towels, linens, scarves, using thick and thin yarns. Excellent!!! (bvb123) On Weaving , by Annie Albers, $19.95. Reprinted in hard cover.(bvb130) Hands on Rigid Heddle Weaving , by Betty Davenport, $24.95. One of the only books devoted entirely to rigid heddle weaving; a wealth of information for beginning to intermediate rigid heddle weavers. The rigid heddle loom is light, portable and particularly suited for 2-harness weaves. Despite its very simple appearance, beautiful fabrics can be woven on it, as the author so well demonstrates. She starts off by telling you to select a loom, then goes on to warping it and weaving on it. She discusses sett, balanced weave, weft-emphasis and weft-faced fabrics, warp-emphasis and warp-faced fabrics, surface textures, and tapestry. If you want to start weaving with a very small investment, this is the way to go. Very well-illustrated in black & white and color.(bvb107a) Tapestry Weaving , by Kirsten Glasbrook, $21.95. How to created beautiful tapestries on simple frame looms; for beginner through intermediate tapestry or wall-hanging weavers. Companion video, Tapestry Level I by Nancy Harvey, bvv114.(bvb108a) Tapestry Loom Techniques , by Jules Kliot, $9.00. A little book for new tapestry weavers.(bvb108b) Rag Rug Handbook , by Pfaff & Meany, $21.95. An absolutely wonderful book! Some history of old rag looms, with photos, and excellent information for those wishing to concentrate on making rag rugs in traditional or modern techniques. Weaving drafts also included for some beautiful rugs. (bvb109) Weaving Contemporary Rag Rugs , by Heather L. Allen, $24.95. Explores the complexities and creativity which can be incorporated in weaving rag rugs. Hardcover, many color photos. Truly a beautiful book!(bvb113) Inkle Weaving , by Helene Bress, $24.95. Detailed book about inkle loom weaving - low cost looms which can create narrow bands or belts; projects can be joined together to make projects such as pillow covers and scarves. (bvb117a) Card Weaving , by Candace Crockett, $24.95. Using small cardboard cards you can create narrow woven projects. Prepunched cards, $10 with the book.(bvb117b) Weavers' Companion , from Interweave Press, $19.95. Helpful hints - everything for a weaver's notebook! (bvb121) Reflections on a Flaxen Past , For love of Lithuanian Weaving, by Kati Reeder Meek. A fantastic book - the author's passion for Lithuanian textiles prompted her to write this wonderful book. Includes a comprehensive section on linen weaving, great photo gallery. Hardcover. $48.00 special order. (bvb124) *DYEING/CARDING/FELTING BOOKS* Color In Spinning , by Deb Menz, soft cover, $26.95. An absolutely fantastic book with emphasis on repeatably producing the same yarn by using tested drafting methods on either drum carded color batts or hand-painted roving. Excellent whether you are using for handcarded fibers or for dyeing. (bvb004) Twisted Sisters Sock Workbook, by Lynne Vogel, $18.95.Incredible, colorful, creative socks. What could be more portable than socks? Easy to pack anywhere and yet seldom thought of as venues for self-expression and creativity. This book dares to differ by leading you on a journey through dying wool into your own artistic palette. The author explains choosing color, mixing color, dying procedures, and the possibilities of spinning the wool into yarn.(bvk018) An Everlasting Garden , by Jim and Dotti Becker, $12.95, now 10% off at $11.66. A Guide to growing, harvesting, and enjoying everlasting flowers. Such an enjoyable book, even though technically not a dye book.(bvb014) Indigo, Madder & Marigold , by Trudy Van Stralen, $29.95. The definitive natural dye book. (bvb016) Felting Needle , by Ayala Talpai, $22.00. This is a great little book with lots of imagination. It gives felting a new twist! You can created sculptural felting without water by using Ayala's techniques. Comes with felting needles so you can get started right away. (bvb024) Felting Needle, Further Fantasies, by Ayala Talpai, $22.00. These new projects from the major proponent of this newly adopted technique will inspire you! Create your own felted soft sculptures. (bvb028) *KNITTING BOOKS* Treasury of Magical Knitting , by Cat Bordhi, $26.95. Moebius knitting - learn the moebious cast-on technique and created fantastic and magical scarves!(bvk027) Second Treasury of Magical Knitting , by Cat Bordhi, $26.95. More projects from one of our favorite knitting mentors! Cat beds, purses, bowls, hats, and more using the moebius cast-on.(bvk028) Meg Swansen's Knitting , by Meg Swansen, $39.95. 30 Designs for Handknitting, by the daughter of Elizabeth Zimmerman, who revolutionized the knitting world. There is so much I like about this book. It's Meg Swansen sharing her abundant knowledge, so many knitting tips, tricks, and inspirations; the designs are wide ranging from eclectic to traditional, and each has a story to go with it. The information is as thorough as it can be, the style and technical composition of the sweaters is so much better than the average pattern book. And, the detailed glossary with Meg and Elizabeth's wisdom is superb for any knitter! (bvk002) Folk Socks , by Nancy Bush, $21.95. History and Techniques of Handknitted Footwear - excellent patterns for sock knitters; this book is a joy to read. In this book not only do you learn to knit classic socks using various heel-turning and toe-shaping, but you can go on to knit 18 traditional and historical patterns, each quite different. Instructions are illustrated with complete stitch and pattern charts. The survey of sock parts, including many styles of heels and toes, enlarges and challenges the knitter's skill beyond the boring structures of the past industrial sock age. Detailed color photos accompany text, diagrams teach and black & white photos do justice to archive sources. (bvk004) Folk Shawls , by Cheryl Oberle, $21.95. This is, without doubt, the best shawl collection yet. Twenty-five great patterns, well diversified, and thoughtfully accompanied by text that anchors each pattern in a historical background. The author brings fresh concepts and a grace and simplicity to the sometimes-overwhelming task of lace shawls that we can all be very grateful for. If you only buy one shawl pattern book, it should be this one. Full color. (bvk008) Simple Socks, Plain & Fancy, by Priscilla Gibson-Roberts, $24.00. Comprehensive book, everything about socks! Four needle instruction for working traditional socks and mittens. This book builds a structure from which you can create your own patterns. Comparing top to toe and toe to top techniques. Offers basic proportions for a crew sock, guideline charts for average fit, gauges, step by step instructions for the heel and toe. Pages for recording the custom measurements of favorite people.(bvk010) Socks Soar on 2 Circular Needles, by Cat Bordi, $16.95. This is the first sock book devoted to teaching the simple mysteries of two-circular-needle-sock-knitting, a more efficient and easier method which is rapidly gaining converts. Eleven original designs, clearly worded instructions, photographs, charts, a section on translating traditional patters to the two-circular method, and abundant tips and tricks have been put together with great care and a generous sprinkling of humor. The author answers all of those subtle, almost unframeable questions a new sock knitter has, as well as delighting seasoned sock knitters with innovative sock architecture and techniques. (bvk011) A Gathering of Lace, by Meg Swansen, $35.00. Simply a stunning book whether you knit projects in lace or just admire the technique. This is first and foremost a book of knitting projects for which the common thread is lace, and written with with care and insight. The details: the small edgings clearly graphed that you could work up with or without the gorgeous shawl they finish, the artfully decorated calf of Nancy Bush's sock pattern that adds one more dimension of elegance to that pedestrian bit of knitting we're so fond of. Flawlessly diagrammed instructions, clearly photographed, minutely described. There truly is something for everyone's taste.(Special Order) (bvk013) Jamieson's Shetland Knitting Book #3, $22.95. This new collection from Jamieson's begs a question that has become apparent in our recent knitting resources history. Which is more important, the beauty of the book and its look or the success of the patterns and their knitter appeal? Quality material, a variety of challenging designs, and the pleasure of knitting show through on every page. A section of traditional lace shawls, many cozy jackets and pullovers, some fanciful felt bags, and innovative patchwork, constructed garments are all heightened by the vast palette of yarns.Special Order. (bvk013-3) Urban Knitter , by Lily Chin, $14.00, reduced to $11.20 (20% off Sale). Some of the old time knitters might have wondered where knitting is going in the next generation. They should not worry, the author has collected the work of knitters she knows and made a collection of their garments and accessories for all to enjoy making. From stylish sweaters, halters, and bikinis to lovely beaded bags, sandals, and pillows the range of items in this collection points to the future of our craft. (bvk022) Handpaint Country: Hand-dyed Yarns from the Nation's Yarn Craftswomen, by Cheryl Potter, $39.95. This is a rare book, indeed. It is a gorgeous coffe-table style art book of beautiful locales, close-up photos of hand painted, hand dyed, handspun skeins of yarn and design inspirations from nature, with a collection of inspired knitwear and textile designs from various talented spinner/dyer /knitter/weaver artists. The breadth of the textiles, the delight of the photography, and the thoroughness of the knitting, weaving, and dyeing instructions are just so rare, that this book will remain a classic.(bvk023) Knitting on the Road, by Nancy Bush, $18.95. If you were to collect books by only one author in the knitting world, this would without doubt be my choice. Nancy Bush's third offering is a perfect blending of variety of pattern, challenge, history and technique. Yes, all the patterns are for socks, but within each is imbedded something new, something to think about, something to learn. Nothing silly, nothing you'll regret spending your time on, these patterns will take you on a journey without leaving home, but all the better that the point is to take them away with you. The care with which each pattern is designed to give you workable, moveable projects speak volumes about Nancy's ability and expertise. Don't leave home without it. In fact, what a great idea, a sock to commemorate every vacation.(bvk024) Knitting With Novelty Yarns by Laura Militzer Bryant and Barry Klein, $34.95, reduced to $27.96 (20% off Sale). These designs combine beautiful patterns or stunning solids with a hint of frivolity for one of a kind sweaters and shawls, both dressy and casual. Misty Morning Moment is a lush, textural heaven of a wrap blending neutral yarns and ribbons in the colors of fog and vanilla. Another pattern combines Merino wool with eyelash details. Each design is made two ways, by two different knitters using different yarns and techniques. Scrumptious yarns from Prism and Trendsetter are featured, and outstanding photographs give the illusion that you could reach out and feel the textures.(bvk025) *BOOKS ON SALE* Every so often, it's time for us to do some housecleaning. Some of the books and videos on this page are marked up to 20% off, and we have another sale page for inventory overstocks, one of a kind items, slightly shopworn, or discontinued items are on our Sales Page. Most of the items on the SALES PAGE are available in very limited quantities, so don't wait too long to order! 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*VIDEOS & DVDS*
*VIDEOS ON SALE* WE ARE OFFERING 30% OFF ON ALL SPINNING, WEAVING, FELTING, BRAIDING & HANDKNITTING VHS VIDEOS IN OUR STOCK, AS LONG AS THEY LAST. MEDIA MAIL SHIPPING (Very low priced!) AVAILABLE!) *SPINNING & WEAVING & BRAIDING VHS VIDEOS* Spinning Cotton, Silk & Flax , with Patsy Zawistoski, 111 minutes, $39.95 minus 30% ($27.96). This video will give you instruction on how to use and spin these fibers, how to choose various preparations of the fibers for specific end yarns, and appropriate drafting, plying and finishing techniques. (bvv003) Color Interaction for Handweavers , with Donna Sullivan, 40 minutes, $19.95 minus 30% ($13.96). A systematic approach for applying color principles to handwoven structures. Learn how color interaction is affected by your choice of fiber and weave structure, size, distance, and lighting. (bvv103) Handwoven Fabric, Structure & Pattern , with M. vanderHoogt, 45 minutes, $19.95 minus 30%. Graphed drawdowns, cross sections and woven samples illustrate weave structure and pattern. A valuable resource of textile construction. (bvv104) Rug Weaving: Block Weaves and Shaft Switching with Jason Collingwood, 132 minutes, $39.95 minus 30% ($27.96). This is a wonderful experience in learning to make 4-harness weft-faced wool rugs. It goes far beyond the simple steps of rag rug weaving, into fantastic color and design in wool weft over linen warp. An excellent and entertaining video; this video was autographed by Jason Collingwood. (bvv112) Tapestry Weaving - Level I , with Nancy Harvey, 110 minutes, $39.95 minus 30% ($27.96). An excellent video for those interested in pictorial weaving. A variety of techniques are explored as you complete three projects. Companion Book, Tapestry Weaving, by Kirsten Glasbrook. (bvv114) Tapestry Techniques for Rug Weavers , with Nancy Harvey, 142 minutes, $39.95 minus 30% ($27.96). This video explores tapestry rug weaving using a 4 harness loom! Instruction on interlocking diagonal, and vertical joins plus finishing techniques are included. (bvv116) Warp Painting Plus, Design Tips , M. Freeman & S. Lamb, 90 minutes, $39.95 minus 30% ($27.96). How to plan, mix and apply dyes to premeasured cotton warp, using fiber reactive dyes. Design and construction tips for making jackets included. (bvv115) Feltmaking By Hand - The Basic Process, by Anne Einset Vickrey, 51 minutes, $29.95 minus 30% ($20.96). Feltmaking is fun for children and adults alike. Complete instructions for choosing and preparing fleece, making patterns, and instructions for making a felt hat and suggestions for other projects are included. companion book, Feltmaking Techniques & Projects, by Inge Evers, bvb018. (bvv019) Continental Knitting , with Nancie Wiseman (Nancie Knits), $35 minus 30% ($24.50). Used in Europe for years, this technique of knitting with the right hand while holding the yarn in the left hand is known for its speed and smoothness. Knit, purl, ribbing, increases, and decreases are shown; plus a brief description of two-handed Fair Isle knitting. If you are trying to learn this style of knitting, the close-ups of what your hands should be doing is invaluable. 60 minutes. (bvv8888321003748) Swedish Dubbelmossa Scarf and Hat , with Meg Swansen, 60 minutes, $34.95 minus 30% ($24.46). Learn to make a traditional patterned Swedish stocking cap that folds to produce 4 thicknesses over the ears and forehead. Meg's jogless circular color-pattern trick is demonstrated in this circular hat and scarf. Choose from several edgings and use an I-cord fringe. (bvk01) Wool Challenge produced by Western Michigan U, 19 minutes, $19.95 minus 30% ($13.96). Documentary, perfect for children, schools, libraries, museums. An overview of transforming the raw wool to a finished woven garment, which includes shearing the sheep, spinning wool, warping the loom and weaving, washing the fabric, and constructing a garment. (bvv020) Knitted Trims , with Ginger Luters. 84 minutes, $29.95 minus 30% ($20.96). Knit trims can be used to finish all types of textile projects in a professional manner. Many of these trims can be worked right along the edge of the garment while others are first constructed and then sewn on. You will learn about choosing yarns and needles and how to determine the length of trim needed and the quantity of yarn. Ginger teaches you many variations of I-cord including multiple I-cord, twisted, braided, and flat I-cord trims, mock cable, pie crust, picot, vertical garter stitch, two-color garter slipstitch, pointed saw-tooth, scalloped shell, picot point, and looped and afghan garter stitch edgings. This video will serve as a valuable reference library of knitted trims. (bvv8888200050) Cardweaving , with Candace Crockett. 97 minutes, $34.95 minus 30% ($24.46). This weaving technique allows you to weave without a loom. It involves simple tools--card-weaving cards and yarn. This video teaches the basic techniques of card weaving, how to measure the warp, thread the cards, set up and weave patterned bands and how to stitch bands together to form larger fabrics. Once the enclosed pattern is selected and the cards are threaded, the weaving goes very quickly. This course involves two projects. The first project is a cotton band which can be used as a belt, neck piece, or strap. The second project, using wool, involves a completely different warping and weaving process and produces numerous patterns which will be woven in four bands which can be stitched together to form a handsome tote bag or purse. All you need are cardweaving cards and cotton or wool yarn. (bvv8888200053) Supplementary Warp Patterning/Inkle weaving, with Jacquetta Nisbet. 87 minutes, $29.95 minus 30% ($20.96). You will see an overview of historical textiles. Then you will learn the optimum techniques for setting up and weaving on an inkle loom, including yarn and tool preparation. You will quickly learn how to weave supplementary warp-patterning as Jacquetta shares her years of expertise with you. By hand manipulating warp yarns, you can have a great time with color and create unusual, intricate designs. These techniques can also be worked on a floor or table loom. (bvv8888200036) Double Weave, with Clotilde Barrett. 95 minutes, $34.95 minus 30% ($24.46). If you have a small loom, you’ll love the flexibility that this technique gives you to weave a wider width cloth. If width isn’t a concern, you will find fun challenges in weaving a double layer of cloth, making one side one color or pattern, and the other side a different color. You will weave a beautiful sampler which incorporates all the four harness techniques which are based on the doubleweave principle. The sampler will remain an excellent reference for later study. The techniques include weaving two separate layers, folded cloth, tubes, slits, color-and-weave effects, pique, stitching, quilting, and doubleweave pick-up patterning. (bvv8888200042) *SPINNING AND WEAVING AND KNITTING DVDS* Spinning Wool - Basics & Beyond , with Patsy Zawistoski, 102 minutes, $39.95. An excellent dvd for beginners and advanced spinners alike. You'll make your handspinning beautiful and successful with the help of this dvd instructional course. Companion book, The Ashford Book of Spinning, bvb002. (bvv001) Introduction to Weaving , with Deborah Chandler, DVD,57 minutes, $29.95. For the beginning weaver who has never learned anything about looms - tools, yarns, vocabulary, projects and types of weaving and equipment are covered. Learn to calculate, measure and wind warp yarns. "Beginning Four Harness Weaving", dvd102, is recommended as the next step in the weaving course. Companion book, Learning to Weave, bvb101. (dvd101) Beginning Four Harness Weaving , with Deborah Chandler, DVD, 86 minutes, $34.95. This dvd begins with carrying the warp to the loom, and warping front to back. You will learn to read a weaving pattern, how to do a direct tie-up, and how to weave a number of different projects. If you've never woven before, and are unfamiliar with how a loom works, "Introduction to Weaving", dvd101, is a prerequisite. Companion book, Learning to Weave, bvb101. (dvd102) Triangle Frame Loom Weaving Magic , with Carol Leigh Brack-Kaiser, 90 minutes, $34.95. How to design and weave a shawl on a simple triangle frame loom. Triangles can be combined to make blankets, jackets, and more. Covers plain weave, leno, twill. Great finishing tips. (bvv110) See our triangle loom kits on our Weaving Looms Page - an easy way to get started weaving! Art of Knitting 219 minutes, for all levels of knitters, even beginners. Whether you¹re a beginner or advanced knitter, the best designers and instructors in America will show you how to knit with simple, understandable demonstrations that you can play over and over again. It will inspire you! We found this dvd absolutely fascinating, with knitting demos, a section on yarns and even sheep, libraries, glossaries, patterns, knitting tips, even music to knit by. Very enjoyable. Specially priced at $19.95. (777966872094) *CIRCULAR SOCK KNITTING MACHINE VIDEOS* Joy of Sox #1 - Knitting a Mock-rib Hemtop Sock on a Circular Sockknitting Machine , J. Loeffelholz, $18.00. (Not on sale.) The video starts off by showing you how to thread the CSM and cast on. It proceeds to go through, step-by-step, each phase of making a hemmed top sock, including hanging the hem, turning heels and toes, and doing the Kitchener stitch at the end to close the toe. This technique does not require using a ribber. Although it was filmed using a Legare, the video could easily be used to make socks on Auto Knitter, Gearhart, and other sock knitting machines with minor differences in the procedures. (bvcsm01) Joy of Sox #2 - Knitting a Mitten on a Circular Sockknitting Machine , J. Loeffelholz, $18.00. (Not on sale.) This video takes you through the process of making a mitten on your circular sock machine. You'll be amazed at the results. After the mitten is made, you learn how to close the thumb and Kitchener across the tip of the mitten. This video assumes that you have basic sock knitting machine skills and does not show any setup. These mittens were made using a mock rib and a hanged hem on the cuff. No ribber is needed to make these spectacular mittens. The video was filmed using an Auto Knitter but the techniques shown could be used on almost any brand of machine. (bvcsm02)


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