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30 Knitting Designs for Women and Men. A collection of knits by top designers including Kaffe Fassett, Kim Hargreaves, Martin Storey, Louisa Harding, inspired by the 40s, 50s and 60s. The collection encapsulates the quality materials, craftsmanship and style of the age. Instructions, charts and diagrams for 30 original designs. Paperback, 138 pages

Our Favourite Designs from the First 10 Years. Patterns for thirty of the best garments (for women and men) from Interweave Knits magazine, with clear explanations of techniques used, plus articles from the Beyond the Basics column. Edited by Ann Budd. 160 pages, paperback. Click on the photo for more info.

Knitted Lace of Estonia explores the traditional techniques and patterns of the region. The book records the stitches and motifs unique to Estonia, and gives detailed instructions for 14 projects, plus explaining how to adapt these and design and knit your own shawl. Paperback,160 pages.

Tapping into shawl traditions from around the world, Cheryl Oberle has produced a superb collection of 25 unique and wearable shawls, illustrating different construction techniques. Paperback, 120 pages..

Knitting techniques and patterns for one-of-a-kind socks. Cookie A challenges the traditions of sock construction. In addition to explaining her own technique, Cookie presents 15 original new designs with floral lace patterns, angular geometric shapes, and unusual cables. Some sock-knitting experience recommended. Paperback, 144 pages.

Ann Budd leads new sock knitters through every step with clear text, photographs and illustrations. Includes basic instructions for knitting socks at five different sizes and for five different gauges, and 16 patterns, plus a great range of stitch patterns so you can design your own. Hardback, 136 pages.

25 great socks from Interweave magazine from designers including Nancy Bush, Evelyn Clark, Priscilla Gibson-Roberts, including 6 brand new designs. Features a range of techniques including cuff down, toe up, heel variation, and patterns including cable, lace, rib and colourwork. Edited by Ann Bud. Handy lay-flat spiral binding, 128 pages.

Jeanette A Trotman. A great introduction to sock-knitting, with 20 designs and clear descriptions of different techniques including double-pointed and circular needles. Paperback, 128 pages, 200 illustrations

New Twists on Classic Patterns. Nancy Bush updates 23 vintage sock patterns, including great designs for men. Easy to follow patterns and interesting techniques. Spiral bound, 128 pages. Colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press

Folk Knitting in Estonia by Nancy Bush explores the knitting, history, culture, and people of this remarkable country. There's a library of Estonian knitting patterns and clear instructions for 26 gloves, mittens and socks using traditional patterns, often with a contemporary twist. Paperback, 160 pages.

Ann Budd. Standard sweater patterns in a variety of sizes and gauges, plus a template from which to develop your own design ideas. Hardback, 224 pages, colour illustrations throughout. Interweave Press. Click on photo for more info.

Beverly Galeskas. Everything you need to know to create a range of stylish accessories and gifts and home accessories. Interweave Press. Paperback, 128 pages, 50 illustrations.

Create five enchanting knitted dolls, (approx 45cm (18in) high and five more based on the same patterns, complete with clothes and accessories. Simple, easy-to-follow patterns. Annette Hefford. Paperback, 112 pages

More than just how-to, this book by Alison Dupernex teaches essential skills through step-by-step photographs and a range of inspiring patterns and stitches. Casting on, increasing, decreasing, shaping, joining in colours and more, are all illustrated in easy sequences. Knitters are encouraged to experiment with a range of yarns and fibres. Paperback, 96 pages. Click on the photo for more info

A creative guide to the 300 knitting stitches you really need to know, including brand new stitches and timeless classics. This great new directory from Lesley Stanfield & Melody Griffiths provides fresh inspiration for any knitter. Stitches have both written and charted instructions. Paperback, 208 pages

Knitwear Design Studio by Shirley Paden is for all knitters who want to go beyond commercial pattern instructions, whether it's modifying those instructions for a garment that fits them perfectly, or designing their own knitwear. Instructions for five projects demonstrate the techniques. Spiral bound, 304 pages.

Alice Starmore's classic text clearly describes traditional Fair Isle techniques and patterns with inspirational photographs in modern colour combinations. Paperback, 208 pages.

The Ultimate Guide to Knitting Inventive Cables by Lily Chin. Learn to create and use cables in your own designs. The book includes basic instructions for a variety of cables, including Lily's reversible cables, and 15+ original patterns for pullovers, jackets, bags, socks, accessories. Paperback, 160 pages.

One stitch Many Fabrics. This book by Elise Duvekot explores the potential of this simple technique for developing wonderful colour effects and a reversible fabric, using only one colour per row. Includes 40 designs for the family showcasing the technique. Paperback, 164 pages .

18 contemporary projects for today's knitter. Judith L Swartz. Projects are accompanied by illustrated lessons on key techniques, so new knitters can quickly gain the skills they need while creating great garments and accessories. 104 pages. Paperback, colour throughout

150 designs for interesting edgings, from lacy trims to appliqus, braids and fringes, by Lesley Stanfield. Each is clearly photographed with full instructions (including charts where appropriate), plus projects which highlight how they can be used. Paperback, 128 pages

Knitted Embellishments by Nicky Epstein. 350 borders, cords and motifs to enhance any project. Easy to follow, step by step instructions, charts, line drawings, and photographs of knitted samples provide guidance and inspiration to novice and expert knitters alike. Hardback, 272 pages.

52 patterns for easy accessories and home accessories, great gift ideas. Includes scarves, bags, teapot and egg cosies, Xmas decorations, socks, corsage, and even some babywear. 160 pages, full colour.