5 Essential Knitting Stitch Dictionaries (+ a Bonus Favorite!)
Whether planning a new colorwork masterpiece, exploring intricate cables, or just looking to play with texture, stitch dictionaries are the go-to resource for knitters of all experience levels. They’re like creative fuel in book form — and here are a few five every knitter should have on their shelf.
🧶 1. A Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara G. Walker
What is it?
This classic series laid the foundation for many of today’s stitch dictionaries. If you’ve ever knit a stitch pattern you saw online, there’s a good chance it came from one of Barbara’s books.