Treatise On The Art Of Knitting, With A History Of The Knitting Loom Comprising An Interesting Account Of Its Origin And Of Its Recent Wonderful Improvements (1861)

""Treatise On The Art Of Knitting, With A History Of The Knitting Loom"" is a book written by Jonas B. Aiken in 1861. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the art of knitting, covering everything from the basics of casting on and knitting stitches to more advanced techniques such as lace knitting and colorwork. In addition to the practical aspects of knitting, the book also includes a detailed history of the knitting loom, tracing its origins back to ancient times and exploring its recent technological advancements. The author provides an interesting account of the loom's evolution over time and its impact on the art of knitting. Overall, this book serves as a valuable resource for knitters of all levels, providing both practical instruction and historical context for the craft.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.