num_pages: 160
description: In Knitting from the Center Out  Daniel Yuhas teaches knitters the fascinating technique of starting a project with just a few stitches and knitting outward in revolutions (or circles). The book features 28 mesmerizing projects ranging from baby blankets and lace shawls to sweaters and stuffed toys and also includes tutorials for the minimal skills required for center-out knitting such as special cast-ons increases and decreases. Throughout the book are enlightening explanations of the underlying math and the architecture of the flat and dimensional shapes. Clear instructions and beautiful photography and illustrations assure that knitters of all levels and inclinationswhether they are technique junkies or notwill want to have this book.Praise for Knitting From the Center Though he delivers almost thirty projects in this premiere volume Yuhas is just warming up. We'll be hearing more from Someday we'll look back and say this is the book that launched a thousand cone hats.  Vogue KnittingIts not often I find myself wanting to knit a whole bunch of projects from the same book but there are plenty of things here that would be fun to explore in the knitting and that Id enjoy wearing and using as well. Id knit all the toys for my daughter. About.comOdd. Even geeky. Yet theres no question that Portland-based revolutionary knitter Yuhas is onto something. His premise is start knitting at the middle/center of the item which he categorizes into five tubes cones circles domes and ruffles. Whats so odd? His mathematical sidebars (on Fibonacci for instance) and a few titles in his recommended Michael S. Schneiders A Beginners Guide to Constructing the Universe (1994) for one.  Booklist Starred ReviewHis passion for the topic is apparent and adventurous knitters will appreciate the opportunity to learn something new here.  Library JournalClear instructions and beautiful photography ensure that knitters of all levels and inclinationstechnique junkies or notwill want this book. Modern Day MomsWe love the sorting hat . . . You can be the Gryffindor of your dreams. . . . He has figured out the science . . . and we can all benefit from that.  Knitcircus podcastSo I commend Yuhas for writing a revolutionary original book with lots of good new ideas that will give new and experienced knitters alike lots of challenges and pleasure. The book retails for about $28 which comes out to $1 per pattern; well worth the price. This is a Melanie Falick Book from STC Craft. I have to say Melanie picked another winner with this one. MyCentralJersey.comThe best part about this book was the section Tutorials. Hey if you are like me and get stuck on a pattern for days it is nice to have step by step instructions  pictures.  Sweetly Made (Just for You)I would everyone to check it out. I like this guy [author Daniel Yuhas]. I like his voice. I felt a kinship.  Knit Knit CafeThe patterns are killer lovely and unusual all in one. The Half-Moon Mittens Heel-Up Socks and Tree of Life Afghan are must knits for me. The Leaf-Yoke Sweater is so spectacular that I show the pattern to every knitter that comes to my house saying Lets knit this! Knitty.comI was sent an advanced copy of the book Knitting from the Center Out by Daniel Yuhas and can I just say Holy Wowza! (Yeah sometimes being a craft blogger has its perks!) This book is pretty awesome.  Smashed Peas and Carrots blogThis book should be required reading just to expand your own knitting repertoire. The more you know and understand knitting the e
language: English
title: Knitting from the Center Out: An Introduction to Revolutionary Knitting with 28 Modern Projects
publisher: Stewart, Tabori and Chang