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: Comprising An Interesting Account Of Its Origin And Of Its Recent Wonderful Improvements (1861) is a detailed guide to the art of knitting, written by Jonas B. Aiken. The book provides a comprehensive history of the knitting loom, tracing its origins and development over time. It also explores the recent improvements made to the loom and how they have impacted the art of knitting.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of knitting. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of knitting, tracing its origins back to ancient times. The second chapter focuses on the knitting loom, providing a detailed description of its construction and operation. The third chapter explores the various materials used in knitting, including wool, silk, and cotton.Subsequent chapters delve into more advanced knitting techniques, such as lace knitting and colorwork. The book also includes several patterns and instructions for creating a variety of knitted items, from socks and scarves to sweaters and blankets.Overall, Treatise On The Art Of Knitting, With A History Of The Knitting Loom is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of knitting. Its detailed history of the knitting loom and comprehensive instructions for various knitting techniques make it a valuable addition to any knitter's library.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.