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Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks: Over 70 sanity saving hacks for better knitting

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Now with darker text (4th printing). Do you wish your knitting was better and that you had an expert knitter by your side to help you when it goes wrong? Then this is the book for you - it even has a special lay-flat binding so you can keep your hands on your needles. Patty Lyons is an expert in all things knitting related - she will help you sort out your gauge, unpick problems like twisted stitches and generally spruce up your knitting know-how in this pocket-sized reference book packed full of her purls of wisdom. Patty is a well-known knitting 'agony aunt' and she will hold your hand as you tackle the problems that often beset knitters and get in the way of beautiful finished projects. This handy guide will always be by your side to help you unravel your yarn problems and get you back on track. Packed full of practical advice for knitters as well as step-by-step instructions for a whole raft of knitting issues, this is the ultimate guide for anyone who's ever picked up yarn and a set of needles. This isn't like other how to knit books with basic information about casting on and how to form stitches (although there is a handy how-to reference section at the back for when you need a refresher), this is a book about the why of knitting. Not about why we knit but about why we knit the way we do. By digging deeper into the why Patty doesn't just fix your knitting problems she helps you to truly understand why the yarn/stitches/needles/tension are acting in a certain way and how to fix any issues. She starts by looking at the basics and explores the anatomy of a stitch, examining how this affects the look, feel and shape of the finished knitted fabrics and how different knitting techniques affect the finished outcome. Patty examines the problems caused by common mistakes that many knitters make without even noticing before diving into more complex knitting issues and how to trouble shoot them. All of Patty's techniques and tips are illustrated with detailed step-by-step artworks for absolute clarity. And, as you'd expect from a Patty Lyons book, there is a healthy scattering of humour and irreverence thoughout; you might take knitting seriously but you don't have to be serious while knitting! Make your knitting journey compete with companion title, Patty Lyons Knitting Bag of Tricks; The Official Workbook, which is now available. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ David & Charles


Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 11, 2022


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 208 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1446309118


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 17


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 0.75 x 8.25 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #9,418 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1 in Knitting (Books) #2 in Fiber Arts & Textiles #9 in Crafts & Hobbies Reference


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    • Knitting mechanics for beginner and seasoned knitters alike
Format: Paperback
Absolutely accessible, simple yet informative. It’s also a delight to read with her friendly fun comments. I’m a lifelong knitter and this book has totally informed my knitting. I bought copies for the knitters in my life and now consider it as the best reference tool for general knitting that one could give space for on a book shelf. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2026 by Cathy with a “C”
    • The Grey's Anatomy of the Knitting World!
Format: Paperback
First impressions...I really love the quality of this book. The paper is smooth and heavy...the cover looks durable and the binding top notch. I love how it is a sewn binding so that the pages lay flat when you turn the pages. I can imagine being able to throw this into my knitting bag and not worry about it falling apart and getting frayed. I really appreciate how Patty has a combination of photos with illustrations which place emphasis on the action being performed. I normally have a hard time processing illustrations and prefer photos...just the way my mind comprehends things...the way the action is showcased in a different color is brilliant! Of course, the whimsical drawings by Franklin are a nice added touch as well! Patty delves into the why behind the stitches and really helped me gain an understanding of the anatomy of the stitches and how that makes the knitted fabric behave. It is almost like a fiber physics class. Instead of just telling me to do an action...but why I am doing it... it is creating a mindset for me to help solve some problems I may encounter on my own as well. Honestly I feel like a have a teacher in my knitting bag ready to guide me through any project I may have on my needles. I have been knitting for over 18 years and I have to say...I have learned so much from reading this book. I only wish I had it as a reference when I was a novice. I honestly think that if Elizabeth Zimmerman was alive today..she would be giving Patty and five star review and saying way to go Patty! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2022 by Rosemary McNamara
    • A worthwhile addition to any beginning knitter's library!
Format: Paperback
Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks was exactly what I was looking for as a beginner knitter! I am pleased to have this eye-opening, must-have knitting information all in one place in book form. I finally understand the why of knitting! I highly recommend Patty Lyons' Knitting Bag of Tricks as a worthwhile addition to any beginning knitter's library! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2025 by charity cunningham
    • This book is fantastic!
Format: Paperback
If you’d told me a year ago that not only would I buy a book about how to knit better, but that I would ENJOY it, I would have said you were full of it! But I’d started to learn how to knit a while back, and I was still struggling with some things. Saw this recommended on the Purl Together channel, and the lady there is great, so figured worst case scenario, it just ends up in my unread stack. But I was honestly hooked from page one, and this was a quick read for me. After not quite half-way thru, I started a new practice swatch, and omg, this one was so much better than what I normally put out! It was totally flat (I wasn’t twisting my yarn anymore!), and when I read the section about pattern knitting, it was like when you’re playing a video game, and you open up a new section of map and can suddenly see all this stuff that was hidden to you before. I’m still very much a beginner (haven’t finished anything bigger than a washcloth!), but I found this book to be a very valuable resource. Really helps you understand the mechanics of knitting, from how you hold your needles, how you pull your loops, and how twisting in different directions will all affect your stitch. Very cool! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2024 by Lynda
    • Seriously Helpful Knitting Reference Book
Format: Paperback
As an experienced but self-taught knitter, I found this book to be absolutely wonderful. She solved many problems I had pondered, some I had given up as unsolvable, and some I had just chalked up to be "just the way things are". I slightly modified the way I cast on and bind off, and things are suddenly looking much better - square and simple to stitch together. This is definitely one I am going to keep with my other main knitting reference books. The ideas that she presents are ones that once you learn, you know, and won't need to keep looking up, if you keep knitting, and keep knitting similar things. But, many of us like to knit different things for variety. I sometimes like to knit lace, and she shows how to make your various yarn-overs the same size, no matter what kind of stitch you are coming from or going to. No more lopsided lace, just because one side is followed by a knit and the other by a purl. I docked it one star, because while the content of the book is stellar, the binding leaves a bit to be desired, and came unstuck from the back cover on the first reading. This makes the book a tad annoying to read, and makes me worry for the continued health of the pages, and how many might accidentally fall out. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2025 by Fiddlemom
    • I wish I could give more stars
Format: Paperback
This is an insightful and well-written guide to the whys of knitting. It has some basic instructions but is not a how-to-knit book. It instead walks you through common mistakes and misunderstandings and shows you why they happen, when you might do those things intentionally, and how to not do them when you don't want to. I struggled a lot with crossed stitches when I've tried knitting in the past but the illustrations on stitch direction and various knitting styles were life changing and I'm now well into my first hat, not with no crossed stitches but with the know-how to see and fix them. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2025 by Cayden

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