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Stitch 'n Bitch Superstar Knitting: Go Beyond the Basics

Stitch 'n Bitch Superstar Knitting: Go Beyond the Basics is an advanced knitting guide by Debbie Stoller, combining technique instruction with a collection of projects. Its described topics include lace, double-knitting, colorwork, beading, cables, and creating original patterns.

At a glance

Covers double-knitting, lace, complicated colorwork, beading, cables, stripes, and other embellishment techniques.
Includes a DIY section about creating knitting patterns.
The listing describes 41 patterns, including garments, accessories, blankets, and scarves.

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines explanations of advanced techniques with patterns to apply those skills.
The customer summary reports clear directions and illustrated technique explanations, which may help readers follow complex methods.
Customer feedback also describes the writing as entertaining, making it a potential fit for readers who prefer an informal instructional tone.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Workman Publishing Company
Publication date	November 1, 2012
Edition	Original
Language	English
Print length	842 pages
ISBN-13	978-0761174974

Kindle edition details
File size	41.9 MB
Screen reader	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	Enabled
Page Flip	Enabled
X-Ray	Not Enabled
Word Wise	Not Enabled

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Knitters looking to move beyond basic techniques into lace, colorwork, cables, and embellishment.
Readers who want both technique instruction and a varied selection of knitting patterns.
Knitters interested in learning about drafting their own patterns.

Less suited to

Beginners seeking a guide focused exclusively on foundational knitting skills.
Readers looking only for a narrow reference on one technique or one project type.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 247 ratings

5 stars77%77%
4 stars14%14%
3 stars6%6%
2 stars0%0%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback highlights readable explanations, illustrated technique coverage, useful patterns, and a lively writing style. These reported strengths are relevant for a guide that ranges across advanced methods and projects. The aggregate ratings are mostly favorable, though a smaller share are lower, and ratings alone do not explain individual readers' reasons.

Positive themes

Customers report clear explanations and directions, with illustrations supporting the techniques.
Feedback describes the book as informative and useful as a knitting reference.
Customers also praise its patterns and engaging writing style.

Frequently asked questions

What skills does the book cover?

The listing describes double-knitting, lace, colorwork, beading, cables, stripes, embellishment, and creating knitting patterns.

How many patterns are included?

The product description claims 41 patterns, with examples spanning sweaters, shawls, jackets, children's clothing, handbags, blankets, and scarves.

Is this suitable for a new knitter?

The book is presented as a step beyond the basics and focuses on advanced techniques, so readers seeking first-time knitting instruction may want a more beginner-focused guide.

What do customers report about the explanations?

The supplied customer summary praises clear directions, technique explanations, and illustrations. That feedback reflects reported reader impressions rather than a guarantee that every pattern will suit every reader.