Knitting double Mastering the two-color technique with over 30 reversible projects

For all its complexities, double knitting has its advantages, as knitter Belle mentions in the foreword to this collection of accessory and home-decor patterns. Specifically, no rolling edges, no wrong side, and no weaving in of ends-the bane of all knitters who enjoy colorwork. That said, it's not the easiest technique to master, and it requires a good deal of patience to learn. Belle's style leans toward the bright and bold, with graphic geometric shapes alongside traditional motifs such as Scandinavian stars and fleurs-de-lis, and simple pictures also feature prominently in her designs. The construction of most of the accessories is simple-lots of scarves and hats, which are the perfect canvas for double knitting. The colorwork charts are on a poster-sized pull-out in the back of the book, and if that disappears, the work loses much of its usefulness-something that selectors should consider before purchasing. VERDICT There aren't a lot of books focused on double-knitting patterns, so advanced knitters will embrace this collection. Knitters who are new to the technique may want to start with Alasdair Post-Quinn's Extreme Double-Knitting, which gives a comprehensive overview of basic double-knitting practices. (c) Copyright 2014. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.