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Treasury of Knitting Patterns #4
A Fourth Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Book by Walker, Barbara G.
239 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 2000
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Barbara G. Walker
34Ìýbooks122ÌýfollowersBarbara Walker studied journalism at the University of Pennsylvania and then took a reporting job at the Washington Star in DC. During her work as a reporter, she became increasingly interested in feminism and women's issues.
Her writing career has been split between knitting instruction books, produced in the late 1960s through the mid-80s; and women's studies and mythology books, produced from the 1980s through the early 21st C.
Her writing career has been split between knitting instruction books, produced in the late 1960s through the mid-80s; and women's studies and mythology books, produced from the 1980s through the early 21st C.
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September 14, 2017
Another well-done work by Barbara Walker! Her facility with knitting concepts and styles is unparalleled. This volume of the Treasury series is a little too advanced for a novice such as myself; however, it is another one I'll be getting for my collection and will revisit as my experience & ability grows. Highly recommended for knitting lovers!
March 12, 2018
All of her Treasuries are important stitch reference books, and no knitting library is complete without them.
November 30, 2022
Excellent book. A must read.
February 13, 2024
A good resource for knitters. Not just patterns, but instructions and tips for various techniques.
July 7, 2009
This isn't really a pattern book, it's a stitch book, meaning it gives you the patterns for stitches you can incorporate into whatever you are knitting. The stitch patterns in here are fabulous and unlike most stitch books, there are many that are shown in sample garments so you get an idea of what the look like on a larger scale. There are lace, cable and garter stitch patterns. There is even a section on mosaic patterns, generally omitted from stitch libraries. The drawbacks are that it's all in black and white and the patterns are only in chart form, no descriptions. I generally like it fine that way but I know a lot of knitters who prefer descriptions. But even I, big on charts, do not like the lace sampler charts in here which are on edge (a diamond rather than a rectangle or square) and very very small.
But the book is definitely worth a read and I would like to add it to my collection.
But the book is definitely worth a read and I would like to add it to my collection.
October 10, 2011
I started at the tail of this set, simply because there were very few copies left and I wanted to be certain I didn't miss out!
As other reviewers have said, this is more a collection of different stitch patterns, with some suggestions on how they could be used. Color plates would have been nice, especially for the mosaic section, but everything seems clear enough. I've already culled one of the lace stitches for a set of curtains and see some potential scarves and shawls for others. Now to go get the others!
As other reviewers have said, this is more a collection of different stitch patterns, with some suggestions on how they could be used. Color plates would have been nice, especially for the mosaic section, but everything seems clear enough. I've already culled one of the lace stitches for a set of curtains and see some potential scarves and shawls for others. Now to go get the others!
January 21, 2009
I reserved all four books from my library, not knowing what to expect. When I picked them up I was completely overwhelmed! They were not not booklets or readers, but detailed reference books every knitter should have.
I was, and am, still overwhelmed. The information included is amazing, and I can't wait to start adding what I learned to my knitting.
I was, and am, still overwhelmed. The information included is amazing, and I can't wait to start adding what I learned to my knitting.
August 4, 2015
While the charted designs are, in my opinion, not as attractive or usable as those in the previous volumes, Walker's notes on combining motifs, shaping, and creating seamless items are a valuable resource. the first chapter on garter stitch geometry was especially thought-provoking.
July 16, 2008
Good reference, more complicated long stitch patterns / motifs. I love the first two so much more, but I'm glad I have this one too.
November 12, 2012
A beautiful collection of simple patterns.
December 17, 2008
Some nice stitch patterns. An interesting short bio of Barbara Walker.
January 14, 2016
I love Walker's books. This one explores more of her own designs, which is fun to read because it gives you a window on a designer's process.
May 17, 2011
This and the 3 other Knitting Treasuries should really be bought together. As far as I can tell, there isn't a repeat of patterns in the set. I could be wrong, but I don't think so.
December 18, 2013
essential reference
April 3, 2018
Great visual of patterns.
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