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The Machine Knitters Association of Victoria (MKAV) Library is available to all current members.

To enquire, borrow or reserve books, please contact Christine
0407 517 522 or bmknit@gmail.com


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KNITTING BOOKS (not necessarily Machine Knitting) that might be of interest but not in the Library​
​Knit Fold Pleat Repeat: Simple Knits, Gorgeous Garments by Norah Gaughan. Inspired from Japanese origami and silhouettes from fashion's past. WOW
Alica Ormsbee Beltran &  Karen Kim Măr  aided and abetted by superheroes with powers like cabling, brioche, darning, turning heels, customising etc have transformed knitting patters into simple ndtructions illustrated comic book style. 
Meiju K-P, a Finnish designer nudges us to look deeply at textured knitting
This fabulous knitter Patty Lyons challenges to understand the 'why' behind our stitches and see the 'how' of doing things better.
40 patterns from Vogue Knitting issues showcasing the possibilities in the negative and positive spaces.  
Embody: A Capsuler collection to Knit & Sew by Jacqueline Cieslak. A versatile capsule collection that combines a customisable design for a knitted sweater and a sewn top/dress.
Knitting for Radical Self Care​ by Brandi Harper, a must-have pattern book for modern knitters, with essays on self-care and sourcing creativity.
The Gansey Knitting Sourcebook​ by Di Gilpin​
and Shelia Greenwell. A comprehensive directory of 150 gansey stitch patterns and  some patterns as well. 
The Shetland Trader Bk 3: Heritage by Gudrun Johnston

A mix of traditional Shetland knitting techniques and motifs and a throwback to the 1970's made-to-order knitwear business. 
​Distitch (pronounced DEE-stitch) by Assia Brill uses a technique that helps uneven tension.
Fair Isle Weekend by Mark Jane Mucklestone - a modern look at the knitting heritage of Shetland’s Fair Isle.
Knitwear Design Workshop by Shirley Paden -  a comprehensive guide to design techniques
Alterknit Rebellion by Anna Bauer - free yourself from patterns and use up those odd bits of wool to create your own knits.
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  • Home
  • About Us
  • Calendar of Events
  • Clubs
    • Club News
  • Library
  • Membership
  • Our Photo Galleries
    • Barbara Fletcher Workshop 2019 - Colours & Textures
    • Barbara Fletcher Passap Workshop 2019
    • Barbies Keeping Up To Date in 2020
    • Bendigo Live-In Weekend 2022
    • Creswick Live-In Weekend 2019
    • Diane Chambers Workshop 2020
    • Diane Chambers Workshop 2022
    • Knitting in Lockdown 2020
    • Lace Demonstrations 2020
    • Margaret Cockerill's Performance Garments
    • Rosebud Live-In Weekend 2011 >
      • Attendees
      • Knitting
    • Twilight Workshop 2019
  • Patterns
  • For Sale/Wanted
  • Contact
  • Links
  • FAQs