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The Penguin Knitting Book by James Norbury: New
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Publication Date
- 2014-11-06
- ISBN
- 024197125X
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Penguin Books, The Limited
ISBN-10
024197125X
ISBN-13
9780241971253
eBay Product ID (ePID)
9038253123
Product Key Features
Book Title
Penguin Knitting Book
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2014
Topic
Needlework / Knitting
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Crafts & Hobbies
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
5.8 Oz
Item Length
7.2 in
Item Width
4.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
[In the late 1960s] there was a chap called James Norbury, who had his own knitting show on the BBC. I sat in on some of the programmes, and good stuff it was, too. I learned lots of racy stuff about 'knit one, purl one'
Dewey Decimal
746.432
Synopsis
' I know of no home-craft that enjoys the universal popularity of knitting. ' James Norbury's The Penguin Knitting Book , first published in 1957 and packed with wonderfully nostalgic patterns, is the classic guide, now reissued for a modern audience. Along with telling you how to knit, The Penguin Knitting Book includes a wide-range of original vintage patterns. Here you'll find hats and scarves, jumpers, cardigans, baby clothes, even a tea cosy and a coat for the family dog, in this charming guide to better knitting., The Penguin Knitting Book by James Norbury is a charming how-to-knit classic packed with delightfully vintage advice. Knitting fills a fascinating page in the human story. I know of no home-craft that enjoys the universal popularity of hand-knitting James Norbury's The Penguin Knitting Book , first published in 1957, is a how-to guide for the experienced knitter as well as the beginner. Full of wit and charm as well as tips and techniques for the contemporary knitter, The Penguin Knitting Book entertainingly illustrates all things vintage in the world of wool. Along with telling you how to knit, The Penguin Knitting Book includes original vintage patterns for every member of the family. Babies' coats, pullovers for father, sweaters for the teenager, dresses, jumpers, coats and cardigans, you will find them all in this charming aid to better knitting. 'James Norbury was the strongest single influence in British knitting during the twenty-five years after the Second World War' Sir Bishop Richard Rutt, author of A History of Hand Knitting ' In the late 1960s] there was a chap called James Norbury, who had his own knitting show on the BBC. I sat in on some of the programmes, and good stuff it was, too. I learned lots of racy stuff about 'knit one, purl one' ' Sir David Attenborough ' Knitting is the saving of a life ' Virginia Woolf James Norbury wrote The Penguin Knitting Book in 1957. He travelled extensively throughout the world, studying every aspect of the knitter's craft. A knitting historian, teacher and designer as well as a television star on his own BBC knitting show, he was Chief Designer for Patons and one of the foremost authorities on the history of knitting.
LC Classification Number
TT825
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- a***n (43)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseMistakenly ordered a paperback that I thought was a hardcover, not sellers fault; it was described properly on the listing. Seller still processed a refund the day I went to return the item and let me keep the item anyway. A+++ service. Book arrived quickly in great condition and for a great price. Thank you so much! Amazing seller!
- n***c (94)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseseller was communicative about my shipment, media mail took a while and tracking wasn't updated frequently, but seller communicated to me very quickly on status. the item came new and wrapped as described, though the packaging in it was packed wasn't sturdy and falling apart when it got to me.