Yarns to Dye ForBeginning and veteran knitters alike can learn how to produce homemade self-patterning yarns with this easy, step-by-step guide. Instructions are provided for choosing materials and equipment, skeining and preparing yarn, and painting and dyeing the yarn--all with materials that are found in most grocery and craft stores. Twenty-five quick projects, each presented with dyeing and knitting instructions, will help develop the reader's technique and produce exciting, colorful garments, including gloves, mittens, scarves, and even a summer shell. Guidelines for modifying projects, tips on embellishing, and ideas for leftover yarn are also included. |
Contents
Introduction SECTION 2 PROJECTS | 30 |
Chapter 4 GraduatedColorBand Projects | 31 |
PRINCIPLES 32 Cute as a Button 8 Chapter 1 First Things First 36 Winter Frost Hat and Mittens 39 Autumn Sparkle Mittens Headband and Scarf | 39 |
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