stc craft - melanie falick books - spring 09 brochure

l A S t- m i n u t e k n i t t e D g i f t Sby joelle hoverson photographs by anna williams 60 color photographs, 160 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 9 1⁄2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-367-0US$24.95 CAN$27.50

91,200 copies in print

A lt e r n A c r A f t S20+ Hi-Style Lo-Budget Projects to Makeby jessica vitkus photographs by brian kennedy60 color photographs, 40 color illustrations, 144 pages, 8 1/4 x 8 1/4", paperback with flaps, wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-456-1US$19.95 CAN$21.95

h A r D w e A rJewelry from a Toolboxby hannah rogge photographs by marianne rafter45 color photographs, 75 illustrations, 134 pages, 5 3/4 x 8 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-480-6US$18.95 CAN$20.95

STC Craft | Melanie Falick Books

S i m P l e k n i t S w i t h A t w i S tUnique Projects for Creative Knittersby erika knight70 color photographs, 128 pages, 9 1⁄2 x 10 1⁄2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-361-8US$19.95 CAN$21.95

115 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011(212) 519-1200 phone (212) 414-5785 faxwww.stcbooks.com | www.melaniefalickbooks.com

Front cover photo: Victoria Pearson / Greetings from Knit Cafe

P u n k k n i t S26 Hot New Designs for Anarchistic Souls and Independent Spiritsby share ross photographs by bam ross60 color photographs, 136 pages, 8 1/4 x 8 1/4", paperback with flaps, wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-583-4 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

k n i t k n i t Profiles + Projects from Knitting’s New Waveby sabrina gschwandtner photographs by kiriko shirobayashi148 color photographs, 176 pages, 8 x 11", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-631-2 US$29.95 CAN$32.95

S Av e t h i S S h i rt Cut It. Stitch It. Wear It Now!by hannah rogge photographs by adrian buckmaster

20 color photographs, 60 color illustrations, 56 pages, 6 7/8 x 8 7/8", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding, includes compressed T-shirt.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-584-1 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

k n i t t i n g c l A S S i c S t y l e35 Modern Designs Inspired by Fashion’s Archivesby véronik avery photographs by sara cameron75 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-576-6 US$27.50 CAN$30.00

k n i t t i n g n e w S c A r v e S27 Distinctly Modern Designsby lynne barr photographs by tyllie barbosa95 color photographs, 144 pages, 7 x 9 1/2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-633-6 US$21.95 CAN$23.95


l o o P - D - l o o P c r o c h e tMore than 25 Novel Designs for Crocheters (and Knitters Taking Up the Hook)by teva durham photographs by adrian buckmaster65 color photographs and 20 illustrations, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-580-3 US$27.50 CAN$30.00

l o o P - D - l o o PMore Than 40 Novel Designs for Knittersby teva durham photographs by adrian buckmaster70 color photographs, 176 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 10 3⁄4", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-414-1US$29.95 CAN$32.95


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l A S t- m i n u t e PAt c h w o r k + Q u i lt e D g i f t Sby joelle hoverson photographs by anna williams75 color photographs, 160 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with jacket, includes template insert.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-634-3 US$27.50 CAN$30.00


k n i t t i n g n At u r e39 Designs Inspired by Patterns in Natureby norah gaughan photographs by thayer allyson gowdy75 color photographs, 176 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-484-4 US$29.95 CAN$32.95


k n i t t i n g l i n g e r i e S t y l eMore Than 30 Basic and Lingerie-Inspired Designs by joan mcgowan-michael photographs by thayer allyson gowdy65 color photographs, 160 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-577-3 US$29.95 CAN$32.95

l A S t- m i n u t e fA b r i c g i f t S30 Hand-Sew, Machine-Sew, and No-Sew Projectsby cynthia treen photographs by karen philippi70 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-485-1US$24.95 CAN$27.50

Each book: 35 color photographs, 60 color illustrations, 128 pages, 8 x 9”, hardcover with jacket.

k i D S w e Av i n gby sarah swett photographs by chris hartlove illustrations by lena corwinISBN: 978-1-58479-467-7US$19.95 CAN$21.95

k i D S c r o c h e tby kelli ronci photographs by john gruen illustrations by lena corwinISBN: 978-1-58479-413-4US$19.95 CAN$21.95

k i D S ’ e m b r o i D e ry by kristin nicholas photographs by john gruen ISBN: 978-1-58479-366-3 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

Kids’ Craft Series

Note cards: 15 cards with color photographs (3 each of 5 images), blank inside; cards 3 7/8 x 5 1/4" (folded); 16 envelopes; box with sliding drawer.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-482-0 US$12.95 CAN$14.50

Journal: 9 color photographs and 8 color illustrations, 154 pages, 7 x 7", paperback with plastic slipcase.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-500-1 US$9.95 CAN$10.95

g r e e t i n g S f r o m k n i t c A f e n o t e c A r D S A n D J o u r n A lby suzan mischer

h o l ly w o o D k n i t S S t y l eWith 30 Original Suss Designsby suss cousins photographs by deborah jaffe80 color photographs, 144 pages, 9 x 10", paperback.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-606-0 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

h o l ly w o o D k n i t SWith 30 Original Suss Designsby suss cousins photographs by karen knauer

50 color photographs, 136 pages, 9 x 10", paperback.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-605-3 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

v i vA P o n c h oTwenty Ponchos and Capelets to Knitby christina stork and leslie barbazette photographs by david verba80 color photographs, 136 pages, 8 1⁄4 x 6 1⁄4", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-421-9US$16.95 CAN$18.95

k n i t 2 t o g e t h e r Patterns and Stories for Serious Knitting Funby tracey ullman and mel clark photographs by eric axeneMore than 130 color photographs, 168 pages, 9 1/2 x 8 1/2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-534-6 US$27.50 CAN$30.00


k n i t S P e A kAn A to Z Guide to the Language of Knitting Patternsby andrea berman price illustrations by patti pierce stone125 line illustrations, 224 pages, 4 5/8 x 6 1/2”, hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-632-9 US$17.95 CAN$19.95

k n i tA Personal Handbook by melanie falick photographs by ericka mcconnell5 color photographs, 144 pages, 6 x 7 1⁄4", hardcover with cloth spine, concealed wire-o binding, needle gauge, zip pouch, elastic closure.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-357-1US$15.95 CAN$17.95

S e e A n D S e wA Sewing Book for Childrenby tina davis75 color and black-and-white illustrations, 152 pages, 7 1/2 x 10 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-491-2US$19.95 CAN$21.95

A lt e r k n i t SImaginative Projects and Creativity Exercisesby leigh radford photographs by john rizzo77 color photographs, 128 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with cloth spine, separate notebook.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-455-4US$24.95 CAN$27.50


k n i t t i n g f o r P e A c eMake the World a Better Place One Stitch at a Timeby betty christiansen photographs by kiriko shirobayashi16 color photographs, 132 pages, 8 1/4 x 7 3/4", hardcover with cloth spine, logo cards.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-533-9US$19.95 CAN$21.95


h A n D k n i t h o l i D Ay SKnitting Year-Round for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Winter Solstice by melanie falick photographs by susan pittard 90 color photographs, 184 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 9 1⁄2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-454-7US$27.50 CAN$30.00


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STC Craft | Melanie Falick Booksg i r l S ’ b e S t b o o k o f k n i t t i n g , S e w i n g , A n D e m b r o i D e ryby virginie desmoulins65 color photographs, 75 color illustrations, 112 pages, 7 1/4 x 10 1/8", paper over board with die-cut paper doll; spiral bound.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-600-8 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

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STC Craft Recently Published!

75 color photographs, over 100 color illustrations, pullout pattern sheets, 160 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-675-6US $27.50 CAN $30.00

Available: March

A l A b A m A S t i t c h b o o kProjects and Stories Celebrating Hand-Sewing, Quilting, and Embroidery for Contemporary Sustainable Styleby natalie chanin photographs by robert rauschProjects and stories from the eco-con-scious fashion/lifestyle company Alabama Chanin, known for the cutting-edge twist it puts on traditional stitching techniques.

75 color photographs, 176 pages, 10 3⁄4 x 8 1⁄2", hardcover with cloth spine; includes pullout stencil, bead-embroidery postcard, and sewing pat terns.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-638-1US$35.00 CAN$39.00

k n i t t i n g n e w m i t t e n S & g l o v e SWarm and Adorn Your Hands in 28 Innovative Waysby robin melanson photographs by tyllie barbosaCombining traditional and nontraditional techniques, this extraordinary trans-seasonal collection features patterns for gloves, mittens, arm warmers, mitts, and fingerless gloves.

95 color photographs, 144 pages, 7 x 9 1⁄2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-666-4US$21.95 CAN$23.95

c u S t o m k n i t SUnleash Your Inner Designer with Top-Down and Improvisational Techniquesby wendy bernard photographs by kimball hallWendy Bernard, creator of the popular blog Knit and Tonic, presents 25 original designs for sweaters of nearly every type, plus variations and guidelines for customizing knitwear and design-ing on the fly.

75 color photographs, 168 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-713-5 US$27.50 CAN$30.00

k n i t t i n g f o r b A b y30 Heirloom Projects with Complete How-to-Knit Instructionsby melanie falick and kristin nicholas

photographs by ross whitakerKnitters of all levels will find every-thing they need to create handmade wardrobes for the special babies in their lives.

50 color photographs and 65 color illustrations, 160 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 9 1⁄2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-680-0US $15.95 CAN $17.95


t h e g e n t l e A rt o f D o m e S t i c i t yStitching, Baking, Nature, Art & the Comforts of Homeby jane brocketThe woman behind the popular Yarnstorm blog celebrates everything that is, and can be, wonderful about home life, from needlework to cooking to gardening, and inspires us to do the same.

400 color photographs, 288 pages, 7 3/8 x 9 5/8", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-736-4 US$35.00 CAN$39.00

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25 Japanese Projects for the Householdby therese laskey and chika mori photographs by yoko inoueThe first English-language book celebrat-ing Japanese zakka—sophisticated-cute handmade items for the home. Featuring 25 projects from Japanese artisans.

50 color photographs, 100 color illustrations, 152 pages, 7 3/4 x 9 1/4", paperback with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-720-3US$24.95 CAN$27.50

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Imaginative Projects for Knitting and Feltingby leigh radford photographs by john mulliganThrough 30 colorful, vibrant projects, Leigh Radford shows readers how to felt their own knit-ting as well as recycled knits and unspun fibers. Projects include coin purses, shoulder bags, jewelry, ornaments, sweaters, and even upholstery.

75 color photographs, 136 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-707-4 US$24.95 CAN$27.50

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A Modern Guide to Printing with Handmade Stamps, Stencils, and Silk Screens by lena corwin photographs by thayer allyson gowdyLena Corwin teaches crafters everything they need to know to master stamping, stenciling, and screen printing, including making their own printing devices and trouble-shooting when plans go awry.

100 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding, envelope with pullout patterns.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-672-5 US$27.50 CAN$30.00

k n i tA l o n gCelebrating the Tradition of Knitting Togetherby larissa brown and martin john brown photographs by michael crouserAn inspiring look at the knitalong tradition, past and present, along with 20 projects and a guide to finding, joining, and starting a knitalong.

125 color and black-and-white photographs, 160 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 7 3⁄4", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-665-7US$22.50 CAN$24.50

w e e k e n D k n i t t i n g50 Unique Projects and IdeasBy Melanie Falick; photographs by Ericka McConell

This STC bestseller presents innovative projects from an international roster of top designers, including Pam Allen, Debbie Bliss, Norah Gaughan, and Véronik Avery, most of which can be completed in a weekend or less. Quotes about creativity along with recipes, movie and book lists, and other extras complete the weekend knitting experience.

over 89,500 hardcover copies in print

g r e e t i n g S f r o m k n i t S c A f eBy Suzan Mischer; photographs by Victoria Pearson

Greetings from Knit Cafe showcases 30 must-have patterns from one of this country’s most renowned yarn shops, ranging from hiking socks and a hoodie to a bikini and a “red carpet” gown. Colorful and chic, this book also features captivating stories about how the celebrated Knit Cafe came to be and how its eclectic clientele came to shape it.

v i n tA g e b A b y k n i t S More Than 40 Heirloom Patterns from the 1920s to the 1950sBy Kristen Rengren; photographs by Thayer Allyson Gowdy

In Vintage Baby Knits, knitwear designer Kristen Rengren offers a charming collection of more than 40 contemporary updates of timeless baby patterns from the 1920s through 1960. Projects range from small, quick-to-knit items like hats, booties, and shrugs, to larger, more challenging designs for sweaters, onesies, and dresses, all modeled by an irresistible cast of little ones. Also included are sidebars on baby fashion and knitting culture in this bygone era, plus a complete reference section.

80 color photographs, 160 pages, 9 ½ x 8 ½", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-761-6US $27.50 CAN $30.00

Available: May

90 color photographs, 176 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-769-2US$18.95 CAN$20.95

Available: March


ISBN: 978-1-58479-768-5US$17.95 CAN$19.95

Available: April

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m At e r i A l o b S e S S i o nModern Quilts with Traditional RootsBy Sarah Fielke and Kathy Doughty; foreword by Kaffe Fassett; photographs by John Doughty

Kathy Doughty and Sarah Fielke, owners of the renowned Australian quilt shop Material Obsession, bring an unconventional spirit to a traditional craft. In their first book, they share 23 fresh and modern quilt projects inspired by traditional designs, and explain how all quilters, novice or seasoned, can create striking variations of their own by seeking inspiration from both the fabric in front of them and the world around them.

150 color photographs, 208 pages, 8 ¼ x 10", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-752-4US $24.95 CAN $27.50

Available: March

S e w i n g g r e e n25 Projects Made with Repurposed and Organic MaterialsBy Betz White; photographs by John Gruen

By its nature, do-it-yourself sewing is environmentally friendly. In Sewing Green, acclaimed eco-crafter Betz White takes stitching to an even higher level of sustainability, presenting 25 projects made from repurposed and organic fabrics, everything from an apron and skirt constructed from a men’s dress shirt and an old pillowcase, respectively, to new baby toys fashioned from second-hand cashmere sweaters. Also included are profiles of leaders in the sustainable sewing scene and essential tips and resources for stitching beautifully while treading lightly.

65 color photographs, pullout pattern sheet, 144 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-758-6US $24.95 CAN $27.50

Available: April

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w e e k e n D S e w i n gMore Than 40 Projects and Ideas for Inspired StitchingBy Heather Ross; photographs by John Gruen

More than just a pair of days, a weekend is also a state of mind—a feeling of freedom to immerse ourselves fully in a favorite activity. In Weekend Sewing, designer and artist Heather Ross presents more than 40 projects for adult and children’s clothing, accessories, and home items that can be made in a weekend or less, plus creative ideas for making the most of one’s weekend sewing time and space. Some of the projects, like Ruby’s Baby Bloomers, take a few hours; others, like the Trapeze Sundress, require a day or two, but all of them capture that special weekend feeling. The project instructions and a complete reference section are beautifully illustrated by the author and patterns are included on pullout sheets.

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l A S t- m i n u t e k n i t t e D g i f t Sby joelle hoverson photographs by anna williams 60 color photographs, 160 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 9 1⁄2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-367-0US$24.95 CAN$27.50


A lt e r n A c r A f t S20+ Hi-Style Lo-Budget Projects to Makeby jessica vitkus photographs by brian kennedy60 color photographs, 40 color illustrations, 144 pages, 8 1/4 x 8 1/4", paperback with flaps, wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-456-1US$19.95 CAN$21.95

h A r D w e A rJewelry from a Toolboxby hannah rogge photographs by marianne rafter45 color photographs, 75 illustrations, 134 pages, 5 3/4 x 8 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-480-6US$18.95 CAN$20.95

STC Craft | Melanie Falick Books

S i m P l e k n i t S w i t h A t w i S tUnique Projects for Creative Knittersby erika knight70 color photographs, 128 pages, 9 1⁄2 x 10 1⁄2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-361-8US$19.95 CAN$21.95

115 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011(212) 519-1200 phone (212) 414-5785 faxwww.stcbooks.com | www.melaniefalickbooks.com

Front cover photo: Victoria Pearson / Greetings from Knit Cafe

P u n k k n i t S26 Hot New Designs for Anarchistic Souls and Independent Spiritsby share ross photographs by bam ross60 color photographs, 136 pages, 8 1/4 x 8 1/4", paperback with flaps, wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-583-4 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

k n i t k n i t Profiles + Projects from Knitting’s New Waveby sabrina gschwandtner photographs by kiriko shirobayashi148 color photographs, 176 pages, 8 x 11", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-631-2 US$29.95 CAN$32.95

S Av e t h i S S h i rt Cut It. Stitch It. Wear It Now!by hannah rogge photographs by adrian buckmaster

20 color photographs, 60 color illustrations, 56 pages, 6 7/8 x 8 7/8", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding, includes compressed T-shirt.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-584-1 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

k n i t t i n g c l A S S i c S t y l e35 Modern Designs Inspired by Fashion’s Archivesby véronik avery photographs by sara cameron75 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-576-6 US$27.50 CAN$30.00

k n i t t i n g n e w S c A r v e S27 Distinctly Modern Designsby lynne barr photographs by tyllie barbosa95 color photographs, 144 pages, 7 x 9 1/2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-633-6 US$21.95 CAN$23.95


l o o P - D - l o o P c r o c h e tMore than 25 Novel Designs for Crocheters (and Knitters Taking Up the Hook)by teva durham photographs by adrian buckmaster65 color photographs and 20 illustrations, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 7/8", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-580-3 US$27.50 CAN$30.00

l o o P - D - l o o PMore Than 40 Novel Designs for Knittersby teva durham photographs by adrian buckmaster70 color photographs, 176 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 10 3⁄4", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-414-1US$29.95 CAN$32.95


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l A S t- m i n u t e PAt c h w o r k + Q u i lt e D g i f t Sby joelle hoverson photographs by anna williams75 color photographs, 160 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with jacket, includes template insert.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-634-3 US$27.50 CAN$30.00


k n i t t i n g n At u r e39 Designs Inspired by Patterns in Natureby norah gaughan photographs by thayer allyson gowdy75 color photographs, 176 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-484-4 US$29.95 CAN$32.95


k n i t t i n g l i n g e r i e S t y l eMore Than 30 Basic and Lingerie-Inspired Designs by joan mcgowan-michael photographs by thayer allyson gowdy65 color photographs, 160 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-577-3 US$29.95 CAN$32.95

l A S t- m i n u t e fA b r i c g i f t S30 Hand-Sew, Machine-Sew, and No-Sew Projectsby cynthia treen photographs by karen philippi70 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-485-1US$24.95 CAN$27.50

Each book: 35 color photographs, 60 color illustrations, 128 pages, 8 x 9”, hardcover with jacket.

k i D S w e Av i n gby sarah swett photographs by chris hartlove illustrations by lena corwinISBN: 978-1-58479-467-7US$19.95 CAN$21.95

k i D S c r o c h e tby kelli ronci photographs by john gruen illustrations by lena corwinISBN: 978-1-58479-413-4US$19.95 CAN$21.95

k i D S ’ e m b r o i D e ry by kristin nicholas photographs by john gruen ISBN: 978-1-58479-366-3 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

Kids’ Craft Series

Note cards: 15 cards with color photographs (3 each of 5 images), blank inside; cards 3 7/8 x 5 1/4" (folded); 16 envelopes; box with sliding drawer.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-482-0 US$12.95 CAN$14.50

Journal: 9 color photographs and 8 color illustrations, 154 pages, 7 x 7", paperback with plastic slipcase.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-500-1 US$9.95 CAN$10.95

g r e e t i n g S f r o m k n i t c A f e n o t e c A r D S A n D J o u r n A lby suzan mischer

h o l ly w o o D k n i t S S t y l eWith 30 Original Suss Designsby suss cousins photographs by deborah jaffe80 color photographs, 144 pages, 9 x 10", paperback.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-606-0 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

h o l ly w o o D k n i t SWith 30 Original Suss Designsby suss cousins photographs by karen knauer

50 color photographs, 136 pages, 9 x 10", paperback.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-605-3 US$19.95 CAN$21.95

v i vA P o n c h oTwenty Ponchos and Capelets to Knitby christina stork and leslie barbazette photographs by david verba80 color photographs, 136 pages, 8 1⁄4 x 6 1⁄4", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-421-9US$16.95 CAN$18.95

k n i t 2 t o g e t h e r Patterns and Stories for Serious Knitting Funby tracey ullman and mel clark photographs by eric axeneMore than 130 color photographs, 168 pages, 9 1/2 x 8 1/2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-534-6 US$27.50 CAN$30.00


k n i t S P e A kAn A to Z Guide to the Language of Knitting Patternsby andrea berman price illustrations by patti pierce stone125 line illustrations, 224 pages, 4 5/8 x 6 1/2”, hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-632-9 US$17.95 CAN$19.95

k n i tA Personal Handbook by melanie falick photographs by ericka mcconnell5 color photographs, 144 pages, 6 x 7 1⁄4", hardcover with cloth spine, concealed wire-o binding, needle gauge, zip pouch, elastic closure.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-357-1US$15.95 CAN$17.95

S e e A n D S e wA Sewing Book for Childrenby tina davis75 color and black-and-white illustrations, 152 pages, 7 1/2 x 10 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-491-2US$19.95 CAN$21.95

A lt e r k n i t SImaginative Projects and Creativity Exercisesby leigh radford photographs by john rizzo77 color photographs, 128 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with cloth spine, separate notebook.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-455-4US$24.95 CAN$27.50


k n i t t i n g f o r P e A c eMake the World a Better Place One Stitch at a Timeby betty christiansen photographs by kiriko shirobayashi16 color photographs, 132 pages, 8 1/4 x 7 3/4", hardcover with cloth spine, logo cards.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-533-9US$19.95 CAN$21.95


h A n D k n i t h o l i D Ay SKnitting Year-Round for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Winter Solstice by melanie falick photographs by susan pittard 90 color photographs, 184 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 9 1⁄2", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-454-7US$27.50 CAN$30.00


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STC Craft | Melanie Falick Booksg i r l S ’ b e S t b o o k o f k n i t t i n g , S e w i n g , A n D e m b r o i D e ryby virginie desmoulins65 color photographs, 75 color illustrations, 112 pages, 7 1/4 x 10 1/8", paper over board with die-cut paper doll; spiral bound.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-600-8 US$19.95 CAN$21.95


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75 color photographs, over 100 color illustrations, pullout pattern sheets, 160 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-675-6US $27.50 CAN $30.00

Available: March

A l A b A m A S t i t c h b o o kProjects and Stories Celebrating Hand-Sewing, Quilting, and Embroidery for Contemporary Sustainable Styleby natalie chanin photographs by robert rauschProjects and stories from the eco-con-scious fashion/lifestyle company Alabama Chanin, known for the cutting-edge twist it puts on traditional stitching techniques.

75 color photographs, 176 pages, 10 3⁄4 x 8 1⁄2", hardcover with cloth spine; includes pullout stencil, bead-embroidery postcard, and sewing pat terns.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-638-1US$35.00 CAN$39.00

k n i t t i n g n e w m i t t e n S & g l o v e SWarm and Adorn Your Hands in 28 Innovative Waysby robin melanson photographs by tyllie barbosaCombining traditional and nontraditional techniques, this extraordinary trans-seasonal collection features patterns for gloves, mittens, arm warmers, mitts, and fingerless gloves.

95 color photographs, 144 pages, 7 x 9 1⁄2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-666-4US$21.95 CAN$23.95

c u S t o m k n i t SUnleash Your Inner Designer with Top-Down and Improvisational Techniquesby wendy bernard photographs by kimball hallWendy Bernard, creator of the popular blog Knit and Tonic, presents 25 original designs for sweaters of nearly every type, plus variations and guidelines for customizing knitwear and design-ing on the fly.

75 color photographs, 168 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-713-5 US$27.50 CAN$30.00

k n i t t i n g f o r b A b y30 Heirloom Projects with Complete How-to-Knit Instructionsby melanie falick and kristin nicholas

photographs by ross whitakerKnitters of all levels will find every-thing they need to create handmade wardrobes for the special babies in their lives.

50 color photographs and 65 color illustrations, 160 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 9 1⁄2", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-680-0US $15.95 CAN $17.95


t h e g e n t l e A rt o f D o m e S t i c i t yStitching, Baking, Nature, Art & the Comforts of Homeby jane brocketThe woman behind the popular Yarnstorm blog celebrates everything that is, and can be, wonderful about home life, from needlework to cooking to gardening, and inspires us to do the same.

400 color photographs, 288 pages, 7 3/8 x 9 5/8", hardcover with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-736-4 US$35.00 CAN$39.00

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25 Japanese Projects for the Householdby therese laskey and chika mori photographs by yoko inoueThe first English-language book celebrat-ing Japanese zakka—sophisticated-cute handmade items for the home. Featuring 25 projects from Japanese artisans.

50 color photographs, 100 color illustrations, 152 pages, 7 3/4 x 9 1/4", paperback with jacket.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-720-3US$24.95 CAN$27.50

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Imaginative Projects for Knitting and Feltingby leigh radford photographs by john mulliganThrough 30 colorful, vibrant projects, Leigh Radford shows readers how to felt their own knit-ting as well as recycled knits and unspun fibers. Projects include coin purses, shoulder bags, jewelry, ornaments, sweaters, and even upholstery.

75 color photographs, 136 pages, 9 x 10", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-707-4 US$24.95 CAN$27.50

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A Modern Guide to Printing with Handmade Stamps, Stencils, and Silk Screens by lena corwin photographs by thayer allyson gowdyLena Corwin teaches crafters everything they need to know to master stamping, stenciling, and screen printing, including making their own printing devices and trouble-shooting when plans go awry.

100 color photographs, 144 pages, 8 1/2 x 9 1/2", hardcover with concealed wire-o binding, envelope with pullout patterns.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-672-5 US$27.50 CAN$30.00

k n i tA l o n gCelebrating the Tradition of Knitting Togetherby larissa brown and martin john brown photographs by michael crouserAn inspiring look at the knitalong tradition, past and present, along with 20 projects and a guide to finding, joining, and starting a knitalong.

125 color and black-and-white photographs, 160 pages, 8 1⁄2 x 7 3⁄4", hardcover with cloth spine.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-665-7US$22.50 CAN$24.50

w e e k e n D k n i t t i n g50 Unique Projects and IdeasBy Melanie Falick; photographs by Ericka McConell

This STC bestseller presents innovative projects from an international roster of top designers, including Pam Allen, Debbie Bliss, Norah Gaughan, and Véronik Avery, most of which can be completed in a weekend or less. Quotes about creativity along with recipes, movie and book lists, and other extras complete the weekend knitting experience.

over 89,500 hardcover copies in print

g r e e t i n g S f r o m k n i t S c A f eBy Suzan Mischer; photographs by Victoria Pearson

Greetings from Knit Cafe showcases 30 must-have patterns from one of this country’s most renowned yarn shops, ranging from hiking socks and a hoodie to a bikini and a “red carpet” gown. Colorful and chic, this book also features captivating stories about how the celebrated Knit Cafe came to be and how its eclectic clientele came to shape it.

v i n tA g e b A b y k n i t S More Than 40 Heirloom Patterns from the 1920s to the 1950sBy Kristen Rengren; photographs by Thayer Allyson Gowdy

In Vintage Baby Knits, knitwear designer Kristen Rengren offers a charming collection of more than 40 contemporary updates of timeless baby patterns from the 1920s through 1960. Projects range from small, quick-to-knit items like hats, booties, and shrugs, to larger, more challenging designs for sweaters, onesies, and dresses, all modeled by an irresistible cast of little ones. Also included are sidebars on baby fashion and knitting culture in this bygone era, plus a complete reference section.

80 color photographs, 160 pages, 9 ½ x 8 ½", hardcover.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-761-6US $27.50 CAN $30.00

Available: May


ISBN: 978-1-58479-769-2US$18.95 CAN$20.95

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ISBN: 978-1-58479-768-5US$17.95 CAN$19.95

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m At e r i A l o b S e S S i o nModern Quilts with Traditional RootsBy Sarah Fielke and Kathy Doughty; foreword by Kaffe Fassett; photographs by John Doughty

Kathy Doughty and Sarah Fielke, owners of the renowned Australian quilt shop Material Obsession, bring an unconventional spirit to a traditional craft. In their first book, they share 23 fresh and modern quilt projects inspired by traditional designs, and explain how all quilters, novice or seasoned, can create striking variations of their own by seeking inspiration from both the fabric in front of them and the world around them.

150 color photographs, 208 pages, 8 ¼ x 10", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-752-4US $24.95 CAN $27.50

Available: March

S e w i n g g r e e n25 Projects Made with Repurposed and Organic MaterialsBy Betz White; photographs by John Gruen

By its nature, do-it-yourself sewing is environmentally friendly. In Sewing Green, acclaimed eco-crafter Betz White takes stitching to an even higher level of sustainability, presenting 25 projects made from repurposed and organic fabrics, everything from an apron and skirt constructed from a men’s dress shirt and an old pillowcase, respectively, to new baby toys fashioned from second-hand cashmere sweaters. Also included are profiles of leaders in the sustainable sewing scene and essential tips and resources for stitching beautifully while treading lightly.

65 color photographs, pullout pattern sheet, 144 pages, 8 ½ x 9 ½", paperback with flaps.

ISBN: 978-1-58479-758-6US $24.95 CAN $27.50

Available: April

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w e e k e n D S e w i n gMore Than 40 Projects and Ideas for Inspired StitchingBy Heather Ross; photographs by John Gruen

More than just a pair of days, a weekend is also a state of mind—a feeling of freedom to immerse ourselves fully in a favorite activity. In Weekend Sewing, designer and artist Heather Ross presents more than 40 projects for adult and children’s clothing, accessories, and home items that can be made in a weekend or less, plus creative ideas for making the most of one’s weekend sewing time and space. Some of the projects, like Ruby’s Baby Bloomers, take a few hours; others, like the Trapeze Sundress, require a day or two, but all of them capture that special weekend feeling. The project instructions and a complete reference section are beautifully illustrated by the author and patterns are included on pullout sheets.

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