. . . Book Sale from Schoolhouse Press . . .

Schoolhouse Press Sale

Most titles at 30% and higher discounts; supplies are limited (read below).

We are pleased to offer going out-of-stock titles for 30-40% discounts. You'll also find some gems from the past (not discounted) and some current Schoolhouse Press books at reduced cost, plus a collection of hurt books--marked as such (most are Amazon returns with minimal damage). Though most books are in pristine condition, some may have slight shelf wear. Books are sold as they are*. Supply on all items is limited; we will try our best to remove links when we are out of stock, but titles will go first come, first serve. Even if you've successfully placed the order, we may no longer have supply and will notify you accordingly.

*Sale books are not returnable for refund but we will offer store credit.

Poems of Color
—Wendy Keele

This important book has been in and out of print over the years. We consider it a must have knitting book.

The Swedish Bohus Stickning period was a halcyon one in the history of knitting. Extraordinary designers were drawn to this cottage industry established by Austrian-born, Emma Jacobsen. Upon Emma's death, the collection of mesmerizing patterns were in danger of disappearing until Wendy Keele - making numerous trips to Sweden to meet with the remaining designers and with the founder's daughter - gathered together the original charts in this lovely book.

Bohus patterns are unlike any other traditional motifs; they are more like landscapes or impressionistic paintings, realized with very fine wool. Try one of the caps to begin with, and see how gratifying this type of knitting can be.

Softcover. WAS $26.95, NOW $15.00

Inca Knits
—Marianne Isager

Marianne Isager stuns us, again, with her book Inca Knits. The book's 15 designs are inspired by traditional South American art. Not only are there step by step directions, plus charts and diagrams for each piece, but also essays describing Isager's inspiration for these lovely garments. See also Marianne's 3! previous books, Knitting Out of Africa, Japanese Inspired Knits (below), and Classic Knits (below).

WAS $24.95, NOW $17

Beautiful Sheep
—Kathryn Dun and Paul Farnham

A lovely present for wool-loving knitters. Portraits and breed information for 40 splendid sheep. Softcover. WAS $19.95, NOW $15.00

Cornish Guernseys & Knit-frocks
—Mary Wright

This charming and historic title, first published in 1979, is just now back in print from Polperro Heritage Press. I have knitted many Guernseys using patterns from this dear book; the Polperro Musician being one of my faves. And isn't the cover photo of the patient knitter, waiting for the ships to return, most touching? You will find 30 Gansey charts, complete history of Cornish knitting, instructions for two classic
garments (into which you can knit the stitch-pattern of your choice),
and scores of wonderful old photos. Softcover. WAS $19.95, NOW $12.00

Canada Knits
—Shirley Scott

"In Canada Knits, Shirley Scott, a self-described 'fifth generation Canadian born into a family of knitters," explores the history of Canadian knitting through diaries, memoris, anecdotes, and oral histories. She uncovers instances of famous Canadians who were knitters, from Arctic explorers and labour leaders to hockey players, missionaries, and perhaps even a Father of Confederation. Queen Elizabeth II wore baby clothes made by Candian knitters and each of her children has worn Candian-knit sweaters."

WAS $26.00, NOW $16.00

Designs for Knitting Kilt Hose
—Lady Veronica Gainford

Do you remember that charming, low-key book by the Dowager Lady Veronica Gainford: Designs for Knitting Kilt Hose & Knickerbocker
Stockings? Apparently we published it ahead of its time, as it languished for years. Once it sold out, interest began to build so, with help from Lady Gainford’s son, we have reprinted the book.

Same low-key b&w format; same droll humor; same gold-to-be-mined in the form of traditional Top Turnover designs that decorate the upper reaches of authentic Scottish Kilt Hose; the stockings themselves are not Lady Gainford's focus -- any of your favorite stocking instructions will do -- it is the top of the stocking that is scrutinized for authenticity. Over two dozen different motifs plus full instructions for several stockings. $15 NOW $9

Cables Vol. 1
—Janet Szabo

WAS $29.95 NOW $20

Loop d Loop
—Teva Durham

WAS $29.95 NOW $20

The Green Mountain Spinnery Knitting Book, Contemporary & Classic Patterns
—Margaret Wilson

Several dozen garments in a wide variety of styles and stitches. Hardcover. WAS $29.95 NOW $20

Reversible Knitting
— Lynne Barr

This is Lynne Barr's newest work. 50 new stitch patterns - augmented by 20 projects from assorted other designers.
Hardcover.
$29.95, NOW $24

Folk Bags
—Vickie Square

30 wonderful bags from around the world. Softcover. WAS $21.95 NOW $15.40

Felted Knits
—Bev Galaskas, FiberTrends

Wonderful designs for all kinds of felted items. Softcover. WAS $21.95 NOW $15.40

Bags
—XRX

Wonderful designs for all kinds of bags. Softcover. WAS $15.95 NOW $10

Knitting On the Edge: Borders
—Nicky Epstein

All manner of ribs, ruffles, lace, fringes, flora, points, and picots. Hardcover. WAS $29.95 NOW $21

Knitting Beyond the Edge
—Nicky Epstein

A third book with more edgings. Hardcover. WAS $29.95 NOW $21

Lace Style
—Pam Allen and Ann Budd.

A wide range of garments—21 of them—by 18 different designers. Lace shawls, sweaters, socks, hats, vests, dresses, shrugs,and more. Plenty of instructions. Softcover, WAS $24.95 NOW $15

Knitting for Baby
—Melanie Falick

Illustrated by Kristin Nicholas. 30 sweaters, blankets, mittens, hats, and toys for babies, plus an excellent how-to section. Hardcover. WAS $24.95 NOW $18

Top Down for Toddlers
— Deb and Lynda Gemmell

Designs from Cabin Fever. Softcover. $21.95 NOW $16

Knitting Camp 2010 Tote Bag

Sale Knitting Camp 2010 canvas tote bags, open top with velcro closure and front pocket. $10 includes shipping (*shipping is in the continental U.S.; if ordered on its own outside of the continental U.S., we will add shipping cost based on weight).

Hurt Books

The Opinionated Knitter (Hurt)
— Elizabeth Zimmermann

All of Elizabeth's original Newsletter designs (pre-Wool Gathering), published between 1958 and 1968. There are 45 designs in all, and many have been newly-knitted by contributors from across the country. Besides the designs, there are 15 knitting (and non-knitting) previously unpublished stories discovered in Elizabeth's files and journals. Hardcover. WAS $30, NOW $18

Charted Knitting Designs:
A Third Treasury

Charted Knitting Designs: A Third Treasury of Knitting Patterns (Hurt)
—Barbara Walker

The patterns in this book are mostly original designs by Barbara Walker, some of them knitted by unusual methods that combine standard knitting techniques to create new types of fabrics. As well as extensive chapters on Textured Fabrics, Twist Stitch Patterns, Cables, Lace, Mosaic and Color, the book includes a useful section entitled “How to Read Charts” and an accompanying complete list of symbols.
Softcover. WAS $30, NOW $18