This comprehensive knitting reference book by Maria Parry-Jones (published 2002) is an essential stitch dictionary featuring over 250 traditional and contemporary knitting stitches with easy-to-follow charts—perfect for knitters of all levels looking to expand their repertoire and create beautiful textured, cabled, lacy, Fair Isle, and embellished fabrics.

Highlights:

• Hand Knitting Essentials (yarns, needles, equipment, reading charts)
• The Stitch Selector and full Stitch Collection organized by type: Knit & purl, Rib, Cable, Bobble, Lace, Fair Isle, Intarsia, Sequins & beads
• Clear chart symbols, abbreviations, and practical guidance for designing with stitches

Details: A beautifully illustrated, user-friendly stitch bible with photographs of every stitch, detailed instructions, and everything needed to incorporate these patterns into your own knitting projects.

Publisher: David & Charles – The Knitting Stitch Bible (2002) by Maria Parry-Jones