101 STITCHES TO KNIT: The Harmony Guides (card set), Erika Knight.
Each card in this pack features a stitch design on the front side and concise easy-to-follow instructions on the back, making it easier than ever to find the perfect stitch pattern for a project. An eight-page booklet on basic knitting techniques is included for beginning knitters and a color-coded system divides the cards into themes—knit and purl, lace and eyelets, and cables and arans—providing user-friendly organization for the sturdy cards that can be slipped into a handbag or wallet as a quick reference for knitting on the go. ISBN-10: 1596681004.  From Interweave Press.  5 1/4'' X 6.5'' box set.  101 cards.  #239212  $19.95

2-AT-A-TIME SOCKS, Melissa Morgan Oakes. 
Sock Knitters everywhere know the frustration of Second Sock Syndrome. It goes something like this: A cute new sock pattern and soft, foot-warming yarn lead to many happy knitting hours, resulting in...ONE sock. The first sock is done (and it's adorable!) but pattern distraction sets in. Who wants to knit the same project all over again? There are so many new projects waiting to be discovered. Melissa Morgan Oakes ends the drudgery of the second sock by showing knitters how to cast on and knit two socks at one time on one long circular needle! Her method is captured in step-by-step photographs, clearly showing knitters how to turn out two socks at the same time. Goodbye to lonely, abandoned single socks. Hello to unlimited pretty pairs, knit on one needle (often finished on the same day), and worn with pride and that gratifying sense of accomplishment. Oakes is a dedicated knitter, knitwear designer, and knitting instructor who has known the frustration of Second Sock Syndrome. Her easy-to-learn technique enables sock stitchers to adapt any pattern to her two-at-a-time method. But before experimenting with other patterns, readers will want to try Oakes's 15 original designs. Fun and creative, they include simple to complex choices, a variety of yarn weights, and designs for women, men, and children. ISBN-10: 1580176917.  8" X 10" Enclosed Spiral Bound Hardcover.  Published by Workman Publishing.  $16.95  #139663

ALT FIBER: 25 Projects for Knitting Green with Bamboo, Soy, Hemp, and More, Shannon Okey. 
In ALT FIBER, craft author and teacher Shannon Okey presents 25 patterns for sweaters, wraps, socks, hats, pillows, bags, and more using non-allergenic plant fibers. From the seaweed-derived Seacell yarn, which transmits vitamins and nutrients to the skin when worn, to soy-based yarns made from tofu manufacturing waste, alternative fibers are readily available, easy to care for, and good for the environment. And because these fibers work up, drape, and wear like no other yarns, Okey teaches crafters of all skill levels about each fiber's properties, how to incorporate them into existing patterns, and how to hand-dye them. Knitting green has never been so easy.  ISBN-10: 1580089151.  128 pages.  9" x 8" softcover.  Published by Ten Speed Press.  $19.95  #139672

COLOR STYLE: Innovative to Traditional, 17 Inspired Designs to Knit, Pam Allen & Ann Budd.
From simple stripes to intricate Fair Isle patterns, this resource provides a solid foundation and numerous examples of the best ways to bring knits to life. Full of gorgeous patterns and clear instructions, 15 top knitwear designers—including Véronik Avery, Mags Kandis, Deborah Newton, Kristin Nicholas, and Shirley Paden—provide inspiration and practical projects for the beginning and experienced knitter alike. From an easy-to-knit pullover that alternates narrow stripes of solid and variegated yarns to a multicolored Fair Isle cardigan worked with steeks, this guidebook is filled with projects that take advantage of the countless ways in which knits can be enriched with color. ISBN-10: 1596680628.  Published by Interweave Press.  144 pages.  8.5'' X 9'' softcover.  $24.95  #239209

CORKING, Judy Ann Sadler.
Perhaps you, too, remember an old-fashioned tube shaped craft tool called a corking spool? Maybe you're accustomed to a name such as a knitting spool, a knitting Nancy, or even a Bizzy Lizzy? The tool has many titles, is easy to create, and is a clever way to make knitted tubes for finger puppets, animals, scarves, tube socks, doll clothes, and more. The projects are shown in all-color comic-book style drawings for child friendly instruction. With extra pages on pom-poms, a little adult help, and some imagination, kids will be mesmerized and productive!  ISBN: 1550742655. 7½" x 10" softcover, 32 pages.  $6.95  #139237

FOLK BAGS: 30 Knitting Patterns and Tales from Around the World, Vicki Square.
Bags are essential for living—whether walking to a neighbor’s house or going to the store. And Vicki Square’s contemporary interpretations of these 30 folk designs are truly extraordinary. Each one is inspired by traditional folk bags or folk art from 23 different countries including Nepal, Tibet, Japan, Ireland, Ecuador, and Guatemala. You’ll find bags in all shapes, colors, textures, and sizes for work, play, or for a special evening on the town. Included are the Guatemalan Saddlebag, the Persian carpet–inspired handbag, the fish-shaped Chinese felted bag, the Bolivian Doll bag, and the Moroccan Tile bag. A brief cultural history and how it inspired Vicki’s design preface each pattern, all of which are accompanied by step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations. Knitters of every skill level are sure to be intrigued by the versatile and imaginative designs in this unique collection. This is the sixth book in Interweave Press’s Folk series. Paperbound, 8 1/2 x 9, 160 pages, 30 color photographs, 60 illustrations, ISBN 1-931499-25-X.  $21.95  #239142

FOLK MITTENS: Techniques and Patterns for Handknitted Mittens, Marcia Lewandowski.
Folk Mittens offers mitten patterns from around the world, presented in full-color graphs. An introduction to folk knitting is followed by a generous section on the techniques of knitting mittens. Among topics covered are gauge, wool selection (including techniques for washing and felting wool), casting on, plait edging, ribbed and unribbed cuffs, and a long section on the ever-elusive thumb. The author also provides techniques for hand-knit mitten cords, finishing and sizing.  Paperbound, 8 1/2 x 9, 120 pages, 40 charts and patterns,  ISBN 1-883010-34-9.  $21.95  #239116

HAND-DYED YARN CRAFT PROJECTS, Debbie Tomkies.
A dazzling new world of color opens up for knitters and crocheters when they discover how to dye their own yarn. Best of all, only basic kitchen equipment is required. Here are easy-to-follow instructions for creating customized color combinations--from subtle hues to wild, exotic blends--and for using them in 12 eye-catching projects, arranged progressively. Rainbow dyeing is the main technique shown, but spraying, resist, yarn painting, and overdying are also thoroughly covered, and readers are encouraged to experiment freely. The knitted projects range from a Colorful Woolly Scarf to a Super-chunky Child's Jumper, and the crocheted items include such stunners as the Ultrawarm Chenille Scarf, Beaded Wrist Purse, and Sleeveless Top in Wild Thai Silk. Demonstrating the techniques that can be used to create unique and attractive yarn accessories by adapting or adding a range of embellishments, this title includes projects that range from subtle hues to wild, exotic blends.160 pages.  ISBN:1861083149. 8 1/4'' X 10 7/8'' Softcover. Was $17.95  now only $10.77! #139372

THE KNITTER'S COMPANION, Vicki Square.
Have you ever found that in the middle of a knitting project, you've forgotten how to do a raised increase or eyelet buttonhole? Keep this reference book at hand! The Knitter's Companion neatly fits into your knitting bag. Providing an overview of gauge, joins, seams, borders, and buttonholes, The Knitter's Companion is an indispensable addition to any knitter's bag of tricks.  7 x 5, spiral bound, 100 technique illustrations, ISBN 1-883010-13-6.  $19.95  #239114

KNITTING WITHOUT TEARS: Basic Techniques and Easy to Follow Directions to Fit All Sizes, Elizabeth Zimmermann.
The author has such a delightful writing style that it is fun to read her books even if you don't knit. If you do, though, you have an extra bonus because the contents of her books are invariably excellent. This one is no exception. She starts off with a chapter called "The Opinionated Knitter" where she discusses her common-sense philosophy of knitting. This is followed by her chapter called "Gauge: Required Reading." From there on she is into the sweaters themselves.  Illustrated.  ISBN-13: 9780684135052.  ISBN-10: 0684135051.  8¼'' x 10¾''
120 pages, softcover, $16.95  #139204