In Knitted Socks East and West, Judy Sumner has designed 30 sock patterns featuring designs inspired by Japanese stitch patterns. Many of these stitch patterns are unfamiliar to Western knitters, and some you will recognize them as new and beautiful interpretations of traditional motifs. Judy's patterns borrow from aesthetics of Japanese patterns, and you will see a lot of twisted stitches, lace, and bobbles in these designs. She has also figured out knitting stitches that are unique to Japanese patterns, and provides clear tutorials on how to do these new stitches. Each pattern includes step by step text as well as charted stitch patterns and tutorials, so you can follow whichever set of directions you are comfortable reading. 30 patterns—144 pages  | Softcover Retail: $22.50 Item No. 31266