Linking Knitwear for Machine Knitters

The author Helen Sharp is a professional knitwear designer and teacher and has been working in the industry for over 40 years. Her expertise comes through in this comprehensive book on using the linker to finish your knitted garments. She covers making crew neck and V-neck band collars using a variety of techniques to get specific looks and then attaching them to sweaters. Also covered is making and attaching plaquets to cardigan fronts and options for integrating these with collars. Each technique has clear step-by-step explanations and each step is illustrated with diagrams and photographs so that you know what to look for along the way. Highly recommended for those wanting to take their knitting to the next level.

When I opened the package from amazon and retrieved this book, initially I was disappointed. It is thin and smaller than I expected. I thought it was a rip-off - how could such a small book be worth $18? Well, after opening it and reading through the pages, I immediately changed my mind. This book will be a staple for me in my journey of learning more about making garments with my knitting machine. I don’t have a linked, but this book is about so much more than that. It features detailed steps with full color pictures and thoughtful explanations on how to get the best looking garments with your machine. I am so glad I purchased this book, and highly recommend it to anyone looking to take their skills to the next level.

short and to the point.at first i thought-- oh, very thin book.but it has everything you need, explains how to simply and straight forward. good pictures.just the reference i was looking for.so glad some people realize the appeal of machine knitting is coming back and teach the good techniques

Incredibly helpful resource for linking knitwear. Helen is a fantastic instructor and I can hear her voice as I read the pages. All examples include both well-written instructions and clear illustrations so it is easy to follow the techniques. Helen provides directions for both linking with an actual (Hague) linker or using a knitting machine to achieve the similar results if you don't own a linker. This book should be in every machine knitter's library.

Easy to read & understand with colour photos. Good spacing between techniques making it easier to follow.

This book is pure gold, good schematics and pretty pictures, and some quirky tricks!You can ruin a perfectly well knitted garment with poor finishing.

Fabulous book with awesome how to’sI totally recommend

This is a great book! IF you can use a linker to join knit pieces, go for it but read this book first as it will tell you how to do perfectly!

Although the book is only 41 pages including glossary it is an extremely valuable resource for anyone who wants to get the most out of a separate linking machine (Hague, Belinky etc). Very clear instructions, including how to determine correct size to knit your neck given you will be joining on your linker. Covers basic trims, alternatives, v-necks, plackets and decorative uses for the linker.If a second edition is produced I think it would benefit from 1) the inclusion of how to knit v-neck trim with diagonal ends such that the ends butt together perfectly; 2) further information in final section linking without a linker to cover pulling live stitches through the work before joining or binding off.

The word 'disappointed' doesn't even start to describe what I think about it. It's a flimsy 40 pages brochure that covers very basic operations anyone who has an instruction book can figure out themselves. The pictures are decent quality, but what is shown on them is made so badly, I can't believe anyone would wear the garment finished to that standard. Totally inadequate for £15 price.

I was trying to find this type of book!Very easy to understand how to link as all pages contain colour photos and illustrationsHighly recommend.

Great book with clear instructions. Looking forward to future books from Helen Sharp

Absolutely essential to any machine knitter! I love Helen and have been following for years! This should be in every college/university!