Dimensional tuck knitting : an innovative technique for creating surface design

Name/Title

Dimensional tuck knitting : an innovative technique for creating surface design

Entry/Object ID

TT820.P94

Description

This collection of 85 patterns and 10 projects pushes the boundaries of what the tuck stitch can do, offering unique textures that have never been seen before. Purtscher's visionary treatments create faux cables, ropes, leaves, shells, and many other vibrant three-dimensional patterns. Perfect for any gauge of yarn, the tuck stitch is exceptionally versatile and well suited for any project. A stitch dictionary, tips, and step-by-step technique instructions are all included, making this the ultimate authority on the amazing tuck stitch.

Lexicon

Search Terms

knitting, knitting--patterns, tuck knitting

Legacy Lexicon

Category

Patterns

Book Details

Author

Tracy Purtscher

Publisher

Sixth & Spring Books

Place Published

City

New York, NY

Date Published

2017

Call No.

TT820.P94

ISBN

1942021674, 9781942021674

LCCN

2017002469

Notes

Length: 184

General Notes

Note Type

Contents

Note

Nature and mechanics of dimensional knitting -- Needles -- Finding the tuck stitch -- Blocking -- Reading charts -- Tension and gauge -- Working in the round -- Swatch patterns -- Project patterns.