Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book

The encyclopedic reference book for knitters who want one volume that covers everything. This is the completely revised and updated edition of the book that has been the go-to knitting reference since 1989.

Why Consider This One

If “Stitch ‘n Bitch” is the friend who teaches you to knit over coffee, “Vogue Knitting” is the textbook you keep on the shelf for years. It covers every technique you will ever need, from the absolute basics through advanced colorwork, cable knitting, lace, and garment design. More than 1,600 photographs and hand-drawn illustrations make even complex techniques clear.

This is not a book you read cover to cover. It is a book you consult whenever you encounter something new. Confused by a pattern abbreviation? It is in here. Need to learn a new cast-on method? There are diagrams for a dozen of them. Wondering how to adjust a pattern for a different size? The chapter on garment construction walks you through the math.

What to Expect

At 352 pages, this is a hefty book, and it is designed to be used as a reference rather than read front to back. The 2018 edition is the most current, with updated techniques and modern photography. Beginners will find the early chapters cover all the fundamentals clearly, but the real value emerges as you grow as a knitter and start tackling more ambitious projects.

The tone is more instructional than conversational. If you want personality and motivation, start with a different book. If you want thoroughness and precision, this is unmatched.