The Penguin Knitting Book: Includes Patterns for Over Sixty Garments

James Norbury's The Penguin Knitting Book, first published in 1957, is a how-to guide for the experienced knitter as well as the beginner. Full of wit and charm as well as tips and techniques for the contemporary knitter, this book entertainingly illustrates all things vintage in the world of wool. Along with telling you how to knit, it includes original vintage patterns for every member of the family. Babies' coats, pullovers for father, sweaters for the teenager, dresses, coats and cardigans, you will find them all in this charming aid to better knitting.

Author: James Norbury
Publisher: Penguin Group
Published: 11/06/2014
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.15lbs
Size: 7.00h x 4.30w x 0.80d
ISBN13: 9780241971253
ISBN10: 024197125X
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Needlework | Knitting

About the Author
James Norbury is an artist, author and illustrator with a love of nature and animals.

James was born in the Forest of Dean and he's spent most of his life writing and drawing. He studied Zoology at university and after graduating he moved to Ireland. From there he travelled around the UK living in Newcastle, Swansea and Cheltenam, some of the time living on a narrowboat.

James now lives back in Swansea with his wife and their seven cats. He volunteers with his local Cats Protection.