Alterknit Stitch Dictionary: 200 Modern Knitting Motifs

Break the rules--knit outside the lines!

AlterKnit Stitch Dictionary takes an unexpected look at stranded colorwork with 200 new motifs.
This is not your grandma's stitch dictionary! A daring take on traditional colourwork, this stitch dictionary offers knitters 200 new colourwork motifs. The unique stitch patterns are accompanied by a selection of garment and accessory designs plus a handy technical guide on colourwork. With 200 new knitting motifs, from graphic designs such as claw marks and geometric mountains, to more subversive patterns such as edgy skulls and pooping pigs, you're sure to find a motif to suit your project. A handy technical guide on stranded knitting and 5 garment and accessory patterns round out this invaluable resource. SELLING POINTS: Features 200 non-traditional colourwork charts. Stitch dictionaries are an essential resource for knitters and designers. The 5 projects in this book will help inspire readers to use the charts in creative ways. Section on reading charts, working floats and choosing colours will help beginner knitters dive into the world of colour knitting. AUTHOR: Andrea Rangel is a knitwear designer and teacher. She's the author of Rugged Knits (Interweave), and her patterns have been published in Interweave Knits, Knitscene, Brooklyn Tweed Wool People, Twist Collective, and other publications, as well as independently.