In clear, straightforward terms, Maggie Righettie shares her knitting know-how and good fashion sense so that, no matter what your knitting level, you can overcome the fear of failure, avoid costly mistakes, adapt already-existing patterns, 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 stitches-Choosing the most flattering color and design for the wearer-Taking accurate body measurements-Estimating the amount of yarn you'll need-How to tell whether or not a sweater will look good on you-before you start to knit-How to alter printed patterns so they really fit-How to understand the mathematics of gauge and pattern design-Plus start-to-finish instructions for thirteen classic sweatersEach technique is illustrated with clear diagrams, sketches, or photographs. Complete with conversion charts and a personal-measurements record-keeping section, Sweater Design in Plain English takes the guesswork out of every creative knitting effort.

    "Back in Print! This edition is identical to the original, with corrections and a new cover."--This text refers to the Paperback edition.Show moreShow less

    

    Not only will you create an heirloom design -- you'll increase your knitting know-how with every square you complete.

    But, out of this adversity has sprung a genuinely Canadian folk art with a truly practical purpose -- warmth and style. The history of hand-knit garments in Canada -- from toques and scarves to seaters and blankets -- is an honourable and varied one that has fulfilled two primal needs -- insulation and decoration -- for many generations of Candadians.

    Not only will you create an heirloom design - you'll increase your knitting know-how with every square you complete.

    96 pages.