Hitomi ShidaJapanese Knitting Stitch Bible: 260 Exquisite Designs by Hitomi Shida: 260 Exquisite Patterns by Hitomi Shida

What an amazing book. I’ve just looked through the whole thing, read the stitch instructions, checked out how the charts work and am pretty sure it’s the best knitting book own (and I have so many lovely knitting books!) It’s just that this one is full of *unique* stitches, all the info needed is laid out well, the charts are clear, and the photos beautiful. It also encourages creativity by getting into pattern arrangements, which is something I’m into, but other knitters I know don’t really do—think this could really help people who so far have just be following patterns, but want to be more creative, learn how to think about pattern construction. What a lovely book!Would recommend for anyone who’s a confident chart reader.

The Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible by Hitomi Shida is a treasure trove of exquisite knitting designs and patterns. With 260 intricate and beautiful designs, this book is a must-have for any knitting enthusiast looking to explore the art of Japanese knitting.Hitomi Shida's attention to detail and creativity shine through in each pattern. From delicate lace motifs to intricate cables and textured stitches, the variety of designs offers endless possibilities for creating unique and stunning knitted pieces.The clear and concise instructions, accompanied by charts and diagrams, make it easy to follow along and understand the techniques involved. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, this book provides a wealth of inspiration and guidance.The high-quality production of the book, with its sturdy binding and beautiful photography, adds to the overall experience. It's not just a practical guide but also a visually appealing addition to your knitting library.The Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible is a true gem for anyone passionate about knitting and eager to expand their skills. Explore the rich world of Japanese knitting and let your creativity soar with the help of Hitomi Shida's exquisite designs.

I can't wait to challenge myself with these. They are all so pretty. Very clear instructions

Had my eye on this book for a while. Wish I had ordered it when I first spotted it.Such beautiful intricate stitch patterns and so many of them!Definitely not for the beginnerThe only flaw is that the grid patterns are very small. I can see that I will have to photocopy them and enlarge them to use them but it would be worth it.Worth every penny!

Love all the patterns

This is such a great book if you like complex, thoughtful knitting. There are so many different stitch patterns, and some ideas about how to use them. Total delight and I'm now surrounded by samples. My only reservation is the size of some of the symbols - even with my glasses on I'm struggling to tell the difference between some variations.

This is not a pattern book, although it does have a few basic patterns at the back. Its mainly a stitch dictionary of japanese pattern repeats. These seem to exemplify very fine textured designs with a mix of lace, small cables and crossed stitches, and small bobbles. If you like your knits textured, and want something for a fine gauge luxury knit or for a light summer top, then these are perfect. You do need to be comfortable using charts, this isnt a book for beginners, or those starting to improve. However, if you are at the stage of pushing your boundaries beyond the basics, and are confident enough to swop out one pattern repeat for another, then this is a great addition to any library. Whilst the full patterns are simple, there are a lot of free or very cheap pdf patterns of japanese knits online if you want a different style of jumper etc, but want something similar to be able to envisage the end result fairly easily. Etsy or Pinterest are the best for this sort of thing. Really happy with the book, now off to decide which ine ti use in my next project...

Easy to follow charts super photography. I recommend this book not for beginners however why not dive in at the deep end and learn from the best first as last !!!!!