Knitty Gitty (by Aneeta Patel), Knit Step by Step (by Vikki Haffenden and Frederica Patmore), How to Knit (by Debbie Biss) are some of the knitting patterns books best for a beginner.
There are many books for cross stitch patterns level beginner to intermediate. Some interesting titles are "The ABC's of Cross Stitch", "Teach Me to Stitch" and "Cross Stitch for Beginners".
There are several places one could look for free knitting patterns. Canadian Living offers 104 free knitting patterns one could use. Knitty also has printable knitting patterns.
Knittinghelp is your best bet for finding knitting patterns for free on the internet. You can find these patterns and see which best suits you and your projects going forward.
Free knitting patterns can be found on knittinghelp.com where you can find a plethora of patterns to compare to. I wish you look in finding the best pattern for your niece's hat.
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The best source of antique books is the local library. After knowing the names and types of books required, going to a bookstore that specifically stocks antique books, or online shops such as eBay might be the best bet.
Join a free online knitting and crochet community at a web site called ravelry There are HUNDREDS of free patterns here. You can flag your favorites for future printing. I do suggest that if you really LOVE a pattern, to download it to your computer as an extra save measure. Sometimes patterns are taken off the free list for numerous reasons. See related links Note, it is possible to adapt a knitting pattern intended for 2 needles when you want to usecircular needles, once you understand how to knit and appreciate that when working on circular needles you are alway knotting in the same direction and thefore have to 'reverse' the stiches that you would do when working the other way on two needles.
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"Programming for the Absolute Beginner," and "Beginning Programming For Dummies" are two excellent choices for those starting out. They have received good reviews from customers at Amazon.com.
Susan White Sullivan has written: 'Beginner-friendly quilts' -- subject(s): Patterns, Quilting, Patchwork quilts 'Knit prayer shawls' -- subject(s): Shawls, Patterns, Knitting 'Our best knit baby afghans' -- subject(s): Patterns, Crocheting, Afghans (Coverlets), Knitting, Crib quilts 'Eco-chic decorating' -- subject(s): House furnishings, Furniture finishing, Environmental aspects, Interior decoration accessories, Recycling (Waste, etc.), Used furniture, Interior decoration, Secondhand trade, Sustainable living 'Christmas traditions' -- subject(s): Christmas decorations, Handicraft, Christmas cooking
The best place for finding patterns for whatever knitting project one might have it a site called KnittingHelp. On this site you can find tips and patterns for both human projects and animal knitting.