Lace Knitting with Bulky Yarn

When I think about knit lace I default to fingering weight yarn. While it is so beautiful to see the delicate lace patterns knit in fingering weight yarn it does take time and skill. Big Yarn, Colorful Lace Knits by Barbara benson gives knitting lace a new meaning. Learn more about the book and fall in love with lace knitting in a whole new way.

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About the Book

Lace has traditionally been knit in finer weight yarns to create airy, delicate designs. But when knit in bulky yarns, lace becomes bold, graphic, and dramatic.

We all know that working with thicker yarns also makes the projects work up more quickly and the lace repeats shorter. Using bulky weight yarn for knitting lace makes it easy to learn new stitches and techniques.

One of the things that you will learn from Barbara in this book is that not all yarns play well with lace knitting. Learn from Barbara’s experiments on how to pick the yarn that will be best for the lace work you would like to try. You will also learn how to read lace charts as the are a little different than some of the other knitting charts you might have seen before.

Walk through this book and study the tips and tricks of lace knitting and you will be ready to knit any of the 20 patterns for beautiful lacy shawls, mitts, hats, cowls, blankets, and more.

Purchase The Book

You can purchase your own copy of the book over on Amazon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really knit lace with bulky yarn?

Yes! Honestly… while lace is traditionally knit with finer yarns, using bulky yarn makes lace knitting bold, graphic, and dramatic. It also makes projects work up more quickly, which is always a plus, right?

Is this book good for beginners who want to try lace?

So here’s the thing… this book, “Big Yarn, Colorful Lace Knits,” is a fantastic way to learn new stitches and techniques. Because the yarn is bulkier, the lace repeats are shorter, making it easier to pick up.

Does the book tell me what yarns work best for lace?

It sure does! One of the coolest things about Barbara’s book is that she shares her experiments on which yarns work well with lace knitting and which ones might not… It’s super helpful to learn from her experience!

Will I learn to read lace charts from this book?

Absolutely! You’ll learn how to read lace charts, which are a little different than some other knitting charts you might have seen. The book walks you through all the tips and tricks you need to know.

What kind of projects are in the book?

Oh, you’re going to love the projects! There are 20 patterns for beautiful lacy shawls, mitts, hats, cowls, blankets, and more. It’s a great collection to get you started!