"The Knitting Book" by Eléonore Riego de la Branchardière Mademoiselle Riego was an esteemed expert on the topic of needlepoint, crochet, and sewing. Her extensive knowledge allowed her to write this book that taught readers both the basic and more complex skills involved in the knitting process, from how to make a stitch to a guide on how to follow knitting patterns. Though many years have passed since it was first written, her advice is just as useful today as it was during her time.