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Sweater Design in Plain English

by Maggie Righetti
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Master the art of knitting fitted, stylish sweaters.

Picture yourself in a sweater that's just perfect – it fits like a dream, and it's in a style that's quintessentially you. Sweater Design in Plain English is your knitting ally. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned stitcher, you'll find its clear guidelines and practical advice priceless as you embark on the journey of creating sweaters that aren't just handmade, but handcrafted to fit your body and aesthetic flawlessly. With this guide by your side, a custom-designed sweater is well within your reach.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Sweater Design in Plain English

by Maggie Righetti
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ISBN: 9780312622916
Authors: Maggie Righetti
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin
Date of Publication: 2011-04-26
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Art
Related Topics: Crafts, Design
Goodreads rating: 4.09
(rated by 430 readers)

Description

If you want to knit sweaters that look good and fit the way you want them to, let Sweater Design in Plain English come to your rescue.In this latest edition, completely updated and revised for today's knitter, Righetti and Shaw share their knitting know-how and good fashion sense. No matter what your knitting level you can overcome the fear of failure, avoid costly mistakes, and plan and create sweaters that really fit and look terrific―sweaters that will be worn for many years to come. Topics and techniques include:Understanding the nature of yarn and pattern stitchesChoosing the most flattering color and designTaking accurate body measurementsEstimating the amount of yarn you'll needHow to alter printed patterns so they really fitStart-to-finish instructions for 13 basic sweater designs that can be modified to make many variationsAnd much, much more! Each technique is illustrated with clear diagrams, sketches, or photographs. Complete with a new introduction, more photos and illustrations, and a personal-measurements record-keeping section, Sweater Design in Plain English takes the guesswork out of every creative knitting effort.
 

Master the art of knitting fitted, stylish sweaters.

Picture yourself in a sweater that's just perfect – it fits like a dream, and it's in a style that's quintessentially you. Sweater Design in Plain English is your knitting ally. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned stitcher, you'll find its clear guidelines and practical advice priceless as you embark on the journey of creating sweaters that aren't just handmade, but handcrafted to fit your body and aesthetic flawlessly. With this guide by your side, a custom-designed sweater is well within your reach.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.