The knitter's handy book of top-down sweaters : basic designs in multiple sizes and gauges

The knitter's handy book of top-down sweaters Basic designs in multiple sizes and gauges

Ann Budd, 1956-

Book - 2012

"Fiber and yarn enthusiasts nationwide will celebrate Ann Budd's latest addition to The Knitter's Handy Book series. Answering to a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this handy book offers instructions for knitting five basic sweater types: circular yoke, raglan, modified-drop shoulder, set-in sleeve, and saddle shoulder. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges and for a broad age group. Following the basics for each of the five sweater types are three diverse patterns from top designers that illustrate some of the many ways that instructions can be used as springboards for creative expression, including color, texture, and shap...ing variations. Also included for intermediate to advanced knitters are personal design touches, detailed charts, clear instruction, and quick tips to expand knitting possibilities and maintain creative originality. A key reference for knitters of all skill levels, this is the new essential knitting resource on your bookshelf. "--

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Subjects
Knitting > Patterns.
Sweaters.
Published
Loveland, CO : Interweave Press LLC [2012]
Language
English
Main Author
Ann Budd, 1956- (-)
Physical Description
263 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9781596684836
  • Introduction : take it from the top
  • Seamless yoke sweaters
  • Raglan sweaters
  • Set-in sleeve sweaters
  • Saddle-shoulder sweaters.
Review by Library Journal Review

Budd, whose Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns is a go-to resource for knitters who dabble in designing their own sweaters, takes on the challenge of top-down sweater knitting in her latest collection. Focusing on four styles of top-down sweaters-seamless yoke, raglan, set-in sleeve, and saddle shoulder-Budd presents construction basics, followed by a pattern framework that can be easily customized based on the wearer's measurements and the knitter's gauge. As a bonus, patterns by well-known guest designers like Anne Hanson and Jared Flood are included in each chapter. -VERDICT Knitters who want to design their own sweaters but don't want to figure out all the math will appreciate Budd's straightforward approach to sweater design, while knitters who are just looking for patterns will enjoy the variety of ready-to-knit patterns in this collection. (c) Copyright 2012. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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