Knitting Sweaters |
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| Author:
| Goodacre, Megan |
| ISBN: | 978-1-61564-832-0 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2015 |
| Publisher: | Alpha Books
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $35.00 |
Book Description:
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Stitching a sweater is a rite of passage for knitters. It means your skills are advanced enough that you can read and follow a pattern, understand the shaping and sizing involved, and have the stamina to actually finish the project. But finding sweater patterns that aren't boxy, ugly, or outdated can be a challenge, and even then, the directions are often so complicated and confusing knitters don't even want to cast on. Idiot's Guides: Knitting Sweaters is a clear and...
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Stitching a sweater is a rite of passage for knitters. It means your skills are advanced enough that you can read and follow a pattern, understand the shaping and sizing involved, and have the stamina to actually finish the project. But finding sweater patterns that aren't boxy, ugly, or outdated can be a challenge, and even then, the directions are often so complicated and confusing knitters don't even want to cast on. Idiot's Guides: Knitting Sweaters is a clear and colorful guide that offers 20 chic and stylish patterns for knitting pullovers, cardigans, shrugs, and more, all featuring easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and hundreds of inspirational color photos. In it, you get:
* 20 stylish sweater patterns for various skill levels, from newer knitters to more experienced stitchers.
* Tips for understanding yarn weights, choosing the best yarn for a sweater, and calculating how much is needed.
* Easy advice on shaping and sizing for the most figure-flattering finished sweaters.
* Pointers on casting on, binding off, assembly, and finishing techniques.
* Lessons on stitching sleeves, necklines, collars, hoods, pockets, and more.
* Guidance on reading charts, understanding gauge, and avoiding common pitfalls.
* Adorable sweater patterns for babies, toddlers, and children.
* Fun and funky, sophisticated, and cozy classic sweaters for women.
* Masculine patterns for pullovers and jackets for men.