--- product_id: 5014978 title: "Finishing School: A Master Class for Knitters" brand: "deborah newton" price: "₹ 10134" currency: INR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/5014978-finishing-school-a-master-class-for-knitters store_origin: IN region: India --- # Finishing School: A Master Class for Knitters **Brand:** deborah newton **Price:** ₹ 10134 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Finishing School: A Master Class for Knitters by deborah newton - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 10134 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/5014978-finishing-school-a-master-class-for-knitters) ## Best For - deborah newton enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted deborah newton brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Finishing School: A Master Class for Knitters ## Images ![Finishing School: A Master Class for Knitters - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QuRP8nfPL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Could Be The Best Book on Finishing Techniques Ever -- Certainly The Best in My Library! *by P***F on Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2011* When author Deborah Newton subtitled this volume "A Master Class for Knitters," she was right on the mark. Here's a book for knitters who already know the basics of knitting and are ready to advance to more challenging skills. While I am far from being a novice knitter, she presents techniques I did not know, and she has also given me confidence that some of the skills I learned from my grandmother are still spot on.Here's my take on "Finishing School - a master class for knitters:"PROS:1. The book itself is heavy and hardbound, but produced in such a way that it opens fully and stays open at any page you may be studying. Paper is also heavy and feels great.2. The book is packed with illustrations. Most are photographs, but there are also line drawings to simplify the technique and help you understand clearly how to proceed.3. Newton tackles sticky problems, like how to block lace without skewing or messing up your lovely pattern in other ways. Steaming and patting can go a long way! And if you ever thought to skip the hated step of knitting a gauge swatch, you'll be ashamed to do it again.4. Ever wonder how to seam your new sweater so that it comes out looking professional? You'll learn a number of techniques here, including my least favorite -- grafting. And you'll feel better knowing that seams do not necessarily need to be hidden. Whew, that's a relief.5. Newton devotes a big section to knitted edgings. You may already have seen a widely read book on knitted edges, but Newton makes it clear how to attach these fancy edgings to a garment. There's more than one way to kiss that pig.6. Another large section addresses issues like buttons and pockets, along with felting, making easy linings, and more. I still have not conquered my fear of steeks, but with these instructions I may yet.7. Newton has included workshops in most sections to help you apply the techniques you've just learned.8. Finally, there are patterns -- gorgeous patterns for scarves, sweaters, bags. There are some real knockouts here.CONS:Absolutely none, but there are caveats -- this is not a beginners knitting book. Enjoy the text and illustrations now, but shelve this book in your library until you've finally created something you need to finish!Overall:I'm delighted, and I can't wait to finish my current project to get started on some of the patterns Newton presents. I cannot imagine any seriously addicted knitter who would not enjoy this book. How about as a present for a special occasion? ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Every Knitter Should Own This Book! *by A***S on Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2012* First of all I knit beautifully, and I love knitting, but I am terrible at finishing. I have baby sweaters I knit when I was expecting my first child, where the knitting was completed and I never sewed them together. This child is 41. So, I bought this book after I attempted to finish a sweater vest I had knit for my husband. I learned so much about what I had been doing wrong, I screwed up my courage and followed her tips and started the side seams. The book is written in a manner that is like having the author sitting with you encouraging you on. By the time I got to the bottom of the armhole, my seam was smooth and flat. Wow, I then did the second seam, I had a bit of difference in length and because I had read the book I was able to ease it in and you can't tell there was an issue. Another review commented on the patterns as not being useful, on the contrary I found the information extremely helpful in understanding pattern construction and garment design. The author's information on understanding your pattern and not skipping things like sample swatches and schematics proved invaluable in the next garment I started. Good yarn is expensive and knitting is now a luxury, this lovely and simple to follow book took my knitting to the next level. The author Deborah Newton has my gratitude for achieving the impossible, showing me how to FINISH my beautifully knit items. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Must own for even beginners *by N***T on Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2013* Your work is only as good as the finishing work. Sloppy, or undone finishing makes the garment unfinished and this book does a good and enjoyable part in convincing you that you only are as strong as the fishish of your garment. How will what you do now, affect the outcome of the work? Let's face it, knitting takes most people time. It's a process, for many and the difference between a flattering fit, a beautiful piece of lacework is all in the finishing. Proper button bands for sweaters, the right bind off, make the garment. This is a wonderful argument for starting and finishing strong.The end of a project begins when it's cast off the needles. Proper care, blocking and ease are often determined by the end of the work. This book changed the way I look at my projects. The finishing work is taken into account for the overall difficulty of the pattern in my mind now. How can I make a piece that stuns, rather than just a nice knit. There is a universe for nice knitting that does not need time eaten in extensive finishing, but to make a stunning piece of knitwear, you need to finish with the enthusiasm you had when you cast on. The soggy bits should not be at the end, just row repeats.More to say as I finish this book. It's taking time. I'm working on excellent finishing for each garment now. Not how much is on my needles. Also, my projects do not go to, "complete, on Ravelry, until the blocking is done from now on. My work looks polished now. I cannot suggest serious knitters own a copy of this strongly enough.Comments will be added as I work on different sections of the book. --- ## 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.in/products/5014978-finishing-school-a-master-class-for-knitters](https://www.desertcart.in/products/5014978-finishing-school-a-master-class-for-knitters) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-05-03*