Used Knitting Books

Just Knitting has a nice selection is previously enjoyed knitting books. Each book will have a brief description on content and condition. Every effort will be made to get this description correct, but it is possible that minor defects are over-looked as we flip through each book.

Just Knitting will be listing many more books as time allows. If you don’t see what you’re looking for just ask and we’ll look into your request.

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Fashions by Solange Brien is a 1984 softcover book of 60 fall and winter projects. Also included are 60 pages of tips, advice and illustrated stitches. Interestingly some of the projects are modeled by CBC personalities. This book is in like new condition.

Just Knitting price – 4.00

The Seaton Collection by Jamie and Jessie Seaton is a 1989 hardcover collection of colourful tops and sweaters. The designs all use simple stitches for competent knitters and there is a section on reading patterns. A high quality British book in good used condition.

Just Knitting price – 8.00 

Elle Knitting Collection by Sandy Carr is a 1989 hardcover collection of over 50 designs from France. The four seasons designs have an accent on stylish simplicity that is well with-in the reach of the average knitter. There is also a section of altering patterns and renovating knitted garments. This book is in like new condition.

Just Knitting price – 8.00 

The Sweater Connection by Michele Maks is a 1989 softcover collection of over 25 designs for older children and teenagers, guys and girls. This copy is in like new condition.

Just Knitting price – 5.00 

Rowan’s Designer Collection Summer & Winter by Stephen Sheard is a 1987 hardcover collection of 40 patterns from 20 top designers. These projects fit in two categories, classics and modern with designs for children to his and hers. This book is in like new condition with only a minor tear to the dust jacket.

Just Knitting price – 15.00 

Elle Knits by Elle Magazine is a 1986 hardcover collection of 50 designs from France. The patterns were selected to suit the abilities of both beginners and experts and include both imperial and metric measurements. Projects for all of the family have been included, along with a section on care for your projects. This book is in like new condition.

Just Knitting price – 10.00 

The Elle Knitting Book by Sandy Carr is a 1984 softcover collection of over 50 designs from France. The four season designs have an accent on stylish simplicity that is well with-in the reach of the average knitter. There is also a section of altering patterns and renovating knitted garments. This book has some minor damage to the covers and is in good used condition.

Just Knitting price – 5.00 

Knitting Masterpieces by Ruth Herring and Karen Manners is a 1987 hardcover collection of sweaters, tops and dresses featuring artistic illustrations based on the history of art. Each patter has a full color stitch chart and is shown with one or more great color photos. This book is in very good used condition with only slight discoloration to the dust jacket.

Just Knitting price – 7.00 

Creative Designs in Wall Hangings by Lili Blumenau is a 1967 hardcover detailing all styles of weaving. Many of the patterns described are freehand woven on everything from table-top to two-person looms. There are chapters on various styles of equipment, preparations/set-up and the yarns/materials that can be used in weaving. There are many pictures in both color and B/W to accompany the text. The book is in good used condition, though there are a few small tears to the dust jacket.

Price – 10.00

Nordic Knitting by Susanne Pagoldh is a 1991 hardcover with 31 patterns from many Scandinavian countries in  traditional styles. Sweaters, socks, gloves and more. Complimenting the patterns is a bit of knitting history from these regions, many of us have never seen.

The book has a pictorial cover and is in like new condition.

Just Knitting price 55.00 

The Technique of Woven Tapestry by Tadek Beutlich is a 1971 hardcover that covers the history, techniques and equipment of this ancient craft.  There are lots of pictures and illustrations to guide the reader through this detailed handbook, which is written for both the beginner and experienced weaver. This book is in great condition though the dust jacket has some minor signs of wear – in keeping with a book of this age.

Just Knitting price – 15.00 

Decorating With Crochet by Anne Halliday is a 1975 hardcover collection of patterns and projects for all areas of the home. Some sections include tapestries, rugs, furniture, pillows, small accessories for the home and  instruction on the techniques of crochet .

This book is in good used condition, but the dust jacket is discolored and damaged in several places.

Just Knitting price – 5.00 

Embroidering With The Loom by Penelope Drooker is a 1979 hardcover guide of interest to artists who wish to combine the techniques of weaving and needlework. Embroidery over an empty warp, embroidery produced over woven fabrics and embroidery partially made on the loom are detailed.

This copy is in very good condition with a small rip and minor scuffing to in the dust jacket.

Just Knitting price – 25.00 

The Complete Book of Knitting by Gertrude Taylor is a 1983 softcover with something for all knitters. Both beginners and experienced knitters will gain from of this detailed, easy to read how-to book. There are many diagrams and pictures to accompany the text.

This copy has a few pages with a fold in the lower corners, otherwise it’s in good used condition.

Just Knitting price – 9.00 

America’s Knitting Book by Gertrude Taylor is a 1968 hardcover is a great how-to reference for every knitter. Based on the author’s years of teaching, this detailed book explains most of the questions of problems her students have provided.

This copy is in excellent used condition with only a minor tear in the rear dust jacket.

Just Knitting price – 14.00 

The Knitter’s Design Sourcebook by Helene Rush is a 1991 softcover with 127 charted and color photographed designs. Sections on designing, techniques and instructions on style all add to the illustrated motifs which can be incorporated in almost any project. This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 25.00 

The Sweater Book by Amy Carroll is a 1982 softcover collection of 50 colorful sweaters for both women and children. There is very nice “know-how” section at the back of the book covering many of the finer points of knitting. Also included are a few pages showing colorful types of yarn and their manufacturers.

This copy is in very good condition with only slight discoloration on the first few pages.

Just Knitting price – 8.00 

Sweaters By Hand by Helene Rush and Rachael Emmons is a 1988 softcover all about knitting sweaters from handspun yarns. There are sections on fiber selection, equipment, spinning, dying and designing. The 24 patterns are very detailed and each has a color photo, various illustrations  and dying tips for the fiber required.

This book is in excellent used condition.

Just Knitting price – 18.00 

Knitting in StyleGood Housekeeping with Angela Kennedy and Debbie Bliss is a 1985 softcover collection of 30 designs. All traditionally patterned women’s tops are beautifully pictured on location in County Kerry Ireland. Most patterns are featured in various natural fibers.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 5.00 

Exclusively Yours by Frances Kennett is a 1986 hardcover that contains a unique collection of patterns from many international designers. The projects in this book are the best that these designers have produced. These creations cater to the average hand-knitter, so no special experience is needed to produce any number of these garments. This book also contains a helpful tips section to improve your knitting.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 7.00 

Cotton Knitting by Sally Harding is a 1987 hardcover with more than thirty original designs to choose from. Ranging from simple to sophisticated, there is something for every occasion.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 7.00 

Designer Knitting by Hugh Ehrman is a 1989 hardcover that brings together some of the best knitwear ideas. Offering a diverse collection from pullovers to sweaters and even two designs just for children. Featuring many designs of international inspiration in rich and vivid colour and texture, all within the capabilities of the average knitter thanks to the straightforward and informative instructions and charts.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 7.00 

Scandinavian Knitwear by Alice Starmore is a 1982 hardcover containing 30 garments for men, women and children. All inspired by traditional Scandinavian knitting patterns. This book contains pullovers, coats, jackets, dresses and a children’s all-in-one suit. All these patterns are beautifully coloured  and come with easy to follow charts and illustrations.

This book is in very good condition with only slight scuffing on the read dust jacket.

Just Knitting price – 35.00 

Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book by Vogue Knitting is a 1989 hardcover that will teach you the history of knitting, basic techniques, explanations of terminology, symbols and abbreviations, more advanced techniques. This book is loaded with helpful information for all knitters.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 7.00 

The Edina Ronay Collection by Edina Ronay is a 1988 hardcover and contains 35 designs for sleek evening sweaters to brightly coloured jumpers. There are classic 1930’s sweaters, men’s sweaters and children’s sweaters. All accompanied by photographs and instructions to help you create your beautiful sweaters.

The dust jacket has some small tears as can be seen in the picture. Former owner markings inside the covers. The book and pages are in very good condition.

Just Knitting price – 6.00 

The Edina Ronay Collection by Edina Ronay is a 1988 hardcover and contains 35 designs for sleek evening sweaters to brightly coloured jumpers. There are classic 1930’s sweaters, men’s sweaters and children’s sweaters. All accompanied by photographs and instructions to help you create your beautiful sweaters.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 8.00 

More Knitting in Vogue by Christina Probert is a 1983 hardcover is a collection of 66 of the best hand-knit designs for men and women in all kinds of colour and texture from Vogue. This book includes sweaters, cardigans, tunics and more. Each design also has a full colour photograph to go with it.

This book is in excellent condition with very minor scuffing to the edge of the dust jacket.

Just Knitting price 10.00 

The Pure New Wool Designer Knitwear Collection by Isabel Papadakis is a 1986 hardcover with a total of 36 patterns with photographs all for hand-knitters. At the back of the book is an illustrated reference section describing any materials, techniques or accessories necessary.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 7.00 

It Itches by Franklin Habit is a 2008 hardcover book filled with witty and humorous cartoons  that will have any knitter laughing after opening this book.

This book is in very good condition with a gifting notation inside the front cover.

Just Knitting price – 2.00 

All Sweaters in Every Gauge by Barbara Goldstein is a 1986 hardcover containing all the basic sweater patterns, and each can be made in any yarn from very fine to very bulky. This book gives you more than 20,000 different sweater possibilities, from the type of neck or sleeves to the addition of pockets, a hood or a zipper. This book will provide you with almost any sweater you could want.

This book is in very good used condition with minor creases to the lower edge of the dust jacket.

Just Knitting price – 7.00 

The Complete Book of Knitting by Barbara Abbey is a 1971 hardcover that explains all the basic procedures of knitting, from casting-on to blocking. This book includes instructions for over 200 pattern stitches, how to improve uneven knitting, proper use of equipment, illustrations for all the fundamental steps of knitting and more.

This is a used book in good condition. There are some minor tears and creases to the dust jacket and some small age spots to the edges of the pages.

Just Knitting price –  6.00 

Twined Knitting by Birgitta Dandanell & Ulla Danielsson  “A Swedish Folkcraft Technique” is a 1989 hardcover that details twined knitting, its history, where and how it was used, tips for choosing yarns and needles, casting on and more. This book also contains a few basic patterns that use twined knitting.

This book is in excellent used co

ndition.

Just Knitting price – 80.00 

Designer Knitwear by Deborah Newton is a 1992 hardcover that will show you how to create your own knitwear designs. This book includes all kinds of information including: finding inspiration, shaping and fitting garments, working with colour and graphics, and finishing techniques. This book also includes instructions for the 16 garments in the book and many partial schematics for you to develop into your own designs.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 16.00 

Knitting for Special Effect by Debby Robinson is a 1990 hardcover that contains twenty unique designs with a range if special effects, including: beading, embroidery, fringing and more. This book includes designs like: a cropped sweater with a “droplet” stitch, a wrap-around mohair coat and much more.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 8.00 

Swedish Sweaters by Britt-Marie Christoffersson is a 1990 hardcover will show you 41 patterns to allow you to create brightly patterned Swedish sweaters. 27 historical examples from museum collections and 14 contemporary designs are included in this book and all of the contemporary designs have clear, complete directions.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 16.00 

Creative Crafts with Wool and Flax by Molly Duncan is a 1971 hardcover that is the sequel to Spin Your Own Wool and takes the next steps from spinning and dyeing to knitting, weaving, rugmaking and embroidery. This book also contains simple directions, clear pictures and drawings to make sure that nothing is missed.

This book is in great used condition with only a few light scuff marks on the front cover.

Just Knitting price – 5.00 

Erica Wilson’s Knitting Book by Erica Wilson is a 1988 hardcover that will teach knitters how to create textured patterns, colour changing, interpret a patterns, design design their own sweater patters and more. This book also includes over thirty assorted patterns illustrated with line drawings and photographs of the completed projects.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 9.00 

Creative Knitting by Kaori O’Connor is a 1987 hardcover that contains designs which take their inspiration from all over the world. With twenty-seven designs that can each be used to knit eight different garments, creating a total of over one-hundred combination, enough to keep any knitter busy.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 12.00 

Big And Little Sweaters by Sasha Kagan is a 1987 paperback with plenty of original patterns that can be made into a variety of colours, shapes, and sizes. The patters are accompanied by photographs, and a useful how-to section is also included.

This book is in like-new condition.

Just Knitting price – 7.00 

Knitting With Mohair by Melinda Coss and Debby Robinson is a 1988 paperback that contains thirty designs that accentuate the qualities of mohair. All garments are illustrated in colour, and, where necessary, have graphs of the motif or design to be knitted into the garment.

This book is in very good used condition with only slight surface damage to the edge of the covers.

Just Knitting price – 8.00 

Signature Knits by Glenora Kelly Smith is a 1987 hardcover that will show you how to make thirty basic but beautiful sweaters, blouses, jackets, and more. This book will help you master simple crochet, beadwork, and embroidery; you will use a variety of materials and learn many skills. The patterns come with easy to follow directions to help you with your creation without any confusion.

This book is in very good used condition with only light scuffing to the dust jacket.

Just Knitting price – 8.00 

Children’s Knits by Christina Probert is a 1985 softcover that contains over 25 patterns for babies and young children. There are designs made for special occasions and designs for general wear. Patterns in a variety of patterns, textures, colours, and different types of garments, this book has them all.

This book is in excellent used condition.

Just Knitting price – SOLD

The Knit Kit by Sandy Carr, Josie May, and Eleanor Van Zandt is a 1985 combination of a how-to softcover book and 48 original patterns. The book explains everything from basic stitches to the secrets of creating your own designs and patterns. The full color pattern cards include projects from just about every area of kitting.

This “kit” is in very good used condition with only minor wear to the plastic cover.

Just Knitting price – 14.00 

Country Knits by Carol Huber is a 1987 ring-bound paperback that contains patterns for 23 sweaters. The patterns are inspired from many antique textiles. The patterns and their directions are all easy to follow and they show you how to do things like: substitute yarns, make size adjustments, and other modifications.

This copy is in good used condition.

Just Knitting price – SOLD

Country Knits II by Stephen & Carol Huber is a 1988 ring-bound paperback that contains patterns for 20 sweaters. The patterns are inspired from many antique textiles. The patterns and their directions are all easy to follow and they show you how to do things like: substitute yarns, make size adjustments, and other modifications.

This copy is in excellent used condition.

Just Knitting price – SOLD

Gorgeous Kids Knitting Book No. 3 by Hayfield Textiles is a collection of 12 children’s designs, all with several color pictures.

This British publication is in very good used condition with only minor cover discoloration.

Just Knitting price – 4.00 

Hand Knit Sock Styles by Beehive is a Patons and Baldwins Ltd collection of 20 sock patterns. This vintage magazine is No 57 in the series and is complete but shows many signs of use. The front and back covers are creased and the spin is worn through in a few places.

Just Knitting price – 4.00 

Bernat Classics 1270 by Bernat Yarns is a small collection of 7 traditionally styled sweaters. The Floral project is shown and others include Fairilse, Aran and Braided Cable. All projects are shown in in great color pictures.

This copy is in good used condition with only a few highlighted markings from the previous knitter.

Just Knitting price – 2.00 

Italian knitting magazine Filatura Di Crosa No 14 is an autumn-winter collection featuring dozens on projects, all with great color pictures and instructions.

This copy is in excellent used condition. There is a small sticker on the cover as can be seen in the picture.

Just Knitting price – 5.00 

Patons Great Grannies, pattern book 569, features Patons Canadiana yarn. There are sections on stitches, techniques, hints and motif instructions. There 12 projects in this publication, but the possibilities are all most endless for crochet granny squares.

This magazine style publication is in great used condition.

Just Knitting price – 4.00 

Interweave Crochet – Summer 2010

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Interweave Crochet – Spring 2011

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Interweave Crochet – Summer 2011

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Interweave Crochet – Spring 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Interweave Crochet – Summer 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Knitscene – Fall 2010

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50

Knitscene – Summer 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Knitscene – Fall 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Knitscene – Spring 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50

Interweave Knits – Fall 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Interweave Knits – Spring 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Printemps Tendances Créatures No.382

This used magazine is in good condition and comes with the English translation pages.

Just Knitting price – 7.50 

Crochet Traditions – Fall 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

Katia No.74

This used magazine is in great condition.

Just Knitting price – 9.00 

Katia No.55

This used magazine is in great condition.

Just Knitting price – 9.00 

Knitting Traditions – Winter 2012

This magazine is new-old stock, never read, in new condition.

Just Knitting price – 2.50 

The Guide to Successful Tapestry Weaving by Nancy Harving – 1987

Nice used softcover copy.

Just Knitting price – 15.00 

The Key to Weaving by Mary E. Black – 1980

Revised second edition, hardcover with dust jacket in very nice condition. Over 675 pages.

Just Knitting price – 15.00 

Reader’s Digest Knitter’s Handbook by Montse Stanley – 1990

Hardcover book in like-new condition. Over 300 pages packed with info.

Just Knitting price – 10.00 

Singer: The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing – 1991

Very nice hardcover book in like-new condition. Sewing knit material is mentioned.

Just Knitting price – 12.00 

Knitting for Teddies by Catherine Bouquerel (Hardcover)

Just Knitting Price:  $14.50

Knitting with Beads:  30 Beautiful Sweaters, Scarves, Hats & Gloves by Jane Davis (Hardcover)

Just Knitting Price:  $30.00

Power Cables:  the ultimate guide to knitting inventive cables by Lily M. Chin

Just Knitting Price:  $15.00

Knitting with Hand-Dyed Yarns:  20 Stunning Projects

Missy Burns, Stephanie Blaydes Kaisler, and Anita Tosten

Just Knitting Price:  $25.00

The Knit Hat Book:  25 Hats from Basic Shapes by Nicky Epstein

Just Knitting Price:  $9.50

Module Magic:  Creative Projects to Knit by Ginger Luters

Just Knitting Price:  $14.50

Dale of Norway Pattern Book 132

Just Knitting Price:  $10.00

Dale of Norway Pattern Book 126

Just Knitting Price:  $20.00

Knits from the Heart:  Quick Projects for Generous Giving by Kristin Spurkland

Just Knitting Price:  $18.00

Socks • Socks • Socks:  70 Winning Patterns from the Knitter’s Magazine Contest

Just Knitting Price:  $20.00

Ponchos & Wraps – A Knitter’s Dozen (an XRX Publication)

Just Knitting Price:  $9.00

Bead Knitted Bats:  10 Projects for Beaders & Knitters by Julia S. Pretl

Just Knitting Price:  $40.00

Christmas Stockings:  18 Holiday Treasures to Knit (Interweave Press)

Just Knitting Price:  $18.95

Reader’s Digest Complete Guide to Needlework (Hardcover)

Just Knitting Price:  $10.00

Handknit Holidays:  Knitting Year-Round for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Winter Solstice by Melanie Falick (Hardcover)

Just Knitting Price:  $20.00

Knitting in America:  Patterns, Profiles, & Stories of America’s Leading Artisans by Melanie D. Falick (Hardcover)

Just Knitting Price:  $20.00

St. Denis Knitting Magazine Premier Issue (Fall/Winter 2009)

Just Knitting Price:  $15.00

Twelve Months of Knitting:  Improve Your Knitting Skills Month by Month with 36 Seasonal Projects by Joanne Yordanou

Just Knitting Price:  $25.00

The Knitter’s Guide to Sweater Design by Carmen Michelson and Mary-Ann Davis (Hardcover)

Just Knitting Price:  $75.00

The Mirasol Collection – Book One by Jane Ellison

Just Knitting Price:  $10.00

The Harmony Guide to Knitting Stitches

Just Knitting Price:  $20.00

The Harmony Guide to Knitting Stitches – Volume Two

Just Knitting Price:  $45.00

The Best of Rowan:  50 Designer Knitting Patterns (Hardcover)

Just Knitting Price:  15.00

The Craft of Multicolor Knitting by Barbara G. Walker

Just Knitting Price: sold

Sally Melville Styles:  a unique and elegant approach to your yarn collection (Hardcover)

Just Knitting Price:  $20.00

The Knitting Palette:  27 stunning colour inspired designs by Kristin Nicholas

Just Knitting Price:  $10.00

First Book of Modern Lace Knitting by Marianne Kinzel

Just Knitting Price:  $14.95

Knitter’s Stash • Edited by Barbara Albright • Foreward by Melanie Falick

Just Knitting Price:  $14.95

A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker

Just Knitting Price: sold

Mosaic Knitting by Barbara G. Walker

Just Knitting Price:  sold

The Best of Knitter’s Magazine:  Shawls and Scarves

Just Knitting Price:  $20.00