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20 Must Read Knitting Books for Adults


  1. "The Friday Night Knitting Club" by Kate Jacobs: This heartwarming novel follows a group of women who come together every Friday night to knit and share their stories. The book includes knitting patterns and tips, making it a great resource for knitters and fans of women's fiction.

  2. "Knitting Under the Influence" by Claire LaZebnik: This humorous novel follows the adventures of a group of friends who form a knitting group to cope with the ups and downs of life. The book includes knitting patterns and tips, making it a great resource for knitters and fans of women's fiction.

  3. "The Knitting Circle" by Ann Hood: This poignant novel tells the story of a group of women who come together to knit and share their stories in the aftermath of a tragedy. The book includes knitting patterns and tips, making it a great resource for knitters and fans of women's fiction.

  4. "The Yarn Whisperer" by Clara Parkes: This memoir tells the story of the author's journey into the world of knitting and her experiences as a knitwear designer. The book includes knitting tips and techniques, making it a great resource for knitters and fans of memoirs.

  5. "Knitting for Peace" by Betty Christiansen: This inspiring book tells the story of a group of women who use their knitting skills to bring comfort and hope to others. The book includes knitting patterns and tips, making it a great resource for knitters and fans of feel-good stories.

  6. "Knitting for Dummies" by Pam Allen: This comprehensive guide to knitting includes step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, as well as patterns for a range of projects, from scarves to sweaters to socks. The book is suitable for beginners and experienced knitters alike.

  7. "Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book" by the Editors of Vogue Knitting Magazine: This comprehensive guide to knitting includes step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, as well as patterns for a range of projects, from accessories to sweaters to home decor. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels.

  8. "The Knitter's Bible" by Claire Crompton: This comprehensive guide to knitting includes step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, as well as patterns for a range of projects, from socks to sweaters to accessories. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels.

  9. "The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns" by Ann Budd: This comprehensive guide to knitting includes patterns for a variety of projects, from accessories to sweaters to home decor. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes tips on selecting yarn and adjusting patterns to fit different sizes.

  10. "The Knitter's Book of Yarn" by Clara Parkes: This comprehensive guide to yarn includes information on different types of yarn, how to choose the best yarn for a project, and how to care for finished knit items. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes patterns for a variety of projects.

  11. "The Knitter's Book of Wool" by Clara Parkes: This comprehensive guide to wool yarn includes information on different types of wool, how to choose the best wool yarn for a project, and how to care for finished knit items. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes patterns for a variety of projects.

  12. "The Knitter's Book of Cotton" by Clara Parkes: This comprehensive guide to cotton yarn includes information on different types of cotton yarn, how to choose the best cotton yarn for a project,

  13. "The Knitter's Almanac" by Elizabeth Zimmermann: This classic book includes patterns for a variety of projects, as well as tips and techniques for knitting. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes a section on repairing and altering knit items.

  14. "Knitting Without Tears" by Elizabeth Zimmermann: This classic book includes patterns for a variety of projects, as well as tips and techniques for knitting. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes a section on knitting with different yarns and needles.

  15. "Knitting Rules!" by Stephanie Pearl-McPhee: This humorous book includes patterns for a variety of projects, as well as tips and techniques for knitting. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes a section on troubleshooting common knitting problems.

  16. "The Knitter's Bible: Techniques and Projects" by Claire Crompton: This comprehensive guide to knitting includes step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, as well as patterns for a range of projects, from socks to sweaters to accessories. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes tips on selecting yarn and adjusting patterns to fit different sizes.

  17. "The Knitter's Bible: Stitch Library" by Claire Crompton: This comprehensive guide to knitting includes a library of over 200 stitches, as well as tips and techniques for using them in different projects. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes patterns for a variety of projects.

  18. "The Complete Guide to Knitting and Crocheting" by Debra Mountford: This comprehensive guide to knitting and crocheting includes step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, as well as patterns for a range of projects, from scarves to sweaters to home decor. The book is suitable for beginners and experienced knitters and crocheters alike.

  19. "The Knitter's Handbook" by Montse Stanley: This comprehensive guide to knitting includes step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, as well as patterns for a range of projects, from scarves to sweaters to home decor. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes tips on selecting yarn and adjusting patterns to fit different sizes.

  20. "The Knitter's Bible: Techniques and Projects" by Jane Davis: This comprehensive guide to knitting includes step-by-step instructions for a variety of techniques, as well as patterns for a range of projects, from socks to sweaters to accessories. The book is suitable for knitters of all levels and includes tips on selecting yarn and adjusting patterns to fit different sizes.


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