The Periodic Table of Knitted Elements

20 Knitting Patterns Inspired by the Building Blocks of Nature
A one-of-a-kind pattern collection blending the Periodic Table with modern knitting. Elemental Knitting features 20 size-inclusive projects inspired by minerals, designed by a bestselling duo celebrated for combining concept, science, and craft.
Knitting meets chemistry in a beautifully structured stitch adventure.The Periodic Table of Knitted Elements invites readers into a one-of-a-kind world where the logic of the Periodic Table meets the artistry of yarn. Inspired by the Smithsonian’s Minerals and Elements collection, this inventive book features 20 size-inclusive garments and accessories that fuse the science of elements with the fundamentals of knit and purl.This isn't just a pattern book – it’s a creative exploration of how the natural properties of elements like sulphur, manganese, and antimony can shape the very fabric of design. With classic silhouettes, premium yarns, and meaningful inspiration, each project connects science with elegant textures and thoughtful construction.• 20 original patterns inspired by real elements – from chevron-striped sulphur socks to a wave-patterned rubidium shawl.• Knitting patterns using knit and purl to create stunning, textural knitted fabric.• Accessible science woven throughout to spark curiosity and deepen appreciation• Luxury yarn recommendations to elevate every pieceBring your knitting into its next evolutionary phase – and discover the elemental magic hiding in your needles.

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