--- product_id: 92627486 title: "250 Japanese Knitting Stitches" price: "£16.55" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/92627486-250-japanese-knitting-stitches store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 250 Japanese Knitting Stitches **Price:** £16.55 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 250 Japanese Knitting Stitches - **How much does it cost?** £16.55 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/92627486-250-japanese-knitting-stitches) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description 250 Japanese Knitting Stitches contains the original collection of knitting stitches first published by Hitomi Shida in 1996. Copies of the original Japanese edition have been jealously coveted by knitters around the world, and now Tuttle Publishing brings you this classic in English for the first time! Hitomi Shida's previous work, the Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible was released by Tuttle in October 2017 and has already been purchased (and tested) by thousands of avid knitters who are thrilled to discover a treasure trove of elegant and intricate new patterns. 250 Japanese Knitting Stitches was Hitomi Shida's first effort and, like its successor, is filled with her highly original and beautiful designs and variations on knitting classics. Translated and introduced by veteran knitting instructor Gayle Roehm, the best-known teacher of Japanese knitting in America. Roehm guides knitters through the particulars of the patterns and explains how to execute the stitches. This knitting reference book features the following: Stitches designed for borders and edgings Beautiful cable stitches, both simple and elaborate Elegant popcorn stitches from fine to bold Multiple variations on individual patterns Shida's finished projects are a wonder to behold and accomplished knitters will brave even the most daunting of stitch patterns to create them. Filled with 250 distinctive and inventive patterns—with a stitch diagram and photo for each pattern—this highly anticipated book is destined to be on every knitter's bookshelf. Review: A Treasure Trove of Knitting Stitches - I am a lifelong knitter, and prefer to follow written instructions to charts. However, "250 Japanese Knitting Stitches" is an amazing collection of beautiful stitch patterns, each with a chart next to the stitch illustration. Most of the patterns are quite complex, and might intimidate a new knitter, but are well worth the challenge. There is a detailed guide in the front of the book which shows each symbol used, written instructions on how to knit it, and what numbered patterns in the book use the stitch. Given the repetitive nature of knitting, once you "learn" a particular stitch, you might only use the chart occasionally, mainly following the stitch pattern you've already established. I recommend this fabulous book to anyone. It is a joyful treasure of beauty and craftsmanship! Review: A must have book - I sincerely hope the one star reviewer contacted the publisher as instructed to receive the complete book. I have the original, and was thrilled to see this translated edition. I have successfully knit a few stitches from the original book, however struggled at times trying to figure out if I was working the stitches the correct way. This book makes it much easier to understand how these beautiful stitches should be worked. All stitch patterns are charted, and the book contains clear, concise information on how to read the charts as well as a 19 page "Guide to Symbols" in the front of the book which has the abbreviations used in the book along with what to do for each symbol, broken up into sections (increases, decreases, etc.). A nice feature is that this guide also tells you the pages of the stitch patterns that use that particular stitch. There is a second symbol guide in the back of the book with more complex stitches that includes illustrations of how to work them. All of the samples are beautifully photographed and show the detail of the pattern extremely well. The book has the following types of stitches: 97 openwork stitch patterns, (38 plain openwork, 22 with bobbles, 11 with knots, 14 with leaves, and 12 with smocking) 35 overall patterns 26 pattern arrangements 48 with crossing stitches 15 panel patterns 29 edgings Also note that Ms. Roehm (who translated this book) is active in the Japan Knitting & Crochet group on Ravelry, where you can find lots of helpful information on Japanese knitting and crochet. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #133,708 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #141 in Knitting (Books) #152 in Fashion Craft #278 in Fiber Arts & Textiles | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 838 Reviews | ## Images ![250 Japanese Knitting Stitches - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91cWXGL4ZfL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Treasure Trove of Knitting Stitches *by B***A on October 15, 2020* I am a lifelong knitter, and prefer to follow written instructions to charts. However, "250 Japanese Knitting Stitches" is an amazing collection of beautiful stitch patterns, each with a chart next to the stitch illustration. Most of the patterns are quite complex, and might intimidate a new knitter, but are well worth the challenge. There is a detailed guide in the front of the book which shows each symbol used, written instructions on how to knit it, and what numbered patterns in the book use the stitch. Given the repetitive nature of knitting, once you "learn" a particular stitch, you might only use the chart occasionally, mainly following the stitch pattern you've already established. I recommend this fabulous book to anyone. It is a joyful treasure of beauty and craftsmanship! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must have book *by I***O on January 11, 2019* I sincerely hope the one star reviewer contacted the publisher as instructed to receive the complete book. I have the original, and was thrilled to see this translated edition. I have successfully knit a few stitches from the original book, however struggled at times trying to figure out if I was working the stitches the correct way. This book makes it much easier to understand how these beautiful stitches should be worked. All stitch patterns are charted, and the book contains clear, concise information on how to read the charts as well as a 19 page "Guide to Symbols" in the front of the book which has the abbreviations used in the book along with what to do for each symbol, broken up into sections (increases, decreases, etc.). A nice feature is that this guide also tells you the pages of the stitch patterns that use that particular stitch. There is a second symbol guide in the back of the book with more complex stitches that includes illustrations of how to work them. All of the samples are beautifully photographed and show the detail of the pattern extremely well. The book has the following types of stitches: 97 openwork stitch patterns, (38 plain openwork, 22 with bobbles, 11 with knots, 14 with leaves, and 12 with smocking) 35 overall patterns 26 pattern arrangements 48 with crossing stitches 15 panel patterns 29 edgings Also note that Ms. Roehm (who translated this book) is active in the Japan Knitting & Crochet group on Ravelry, where you can find lots of helpful information on Japanese knitting and crochet. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Knitter's Choice *by S***R on April 6, 2026* Excellent Japanese Knitting Stitch Disctionary --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/92627486-250-japanese-knitting-stitches](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/92627486-250-japanese-knitting-stitches) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-26*