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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 But finding sweater patterns that aren't boxy, ugly, or outdated can be a challenge, and even then, the directions are often so complicated and confusing knitters don't even want to cast on.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'...

Round out your hand-knitted wardrobe with one of the most iconic sweater styles, the circular yoke. A variety of artful combinations create stunning results in these knitted masterpieces. Delicate colorwork, luscious lace, and eye-catching cables illustrate the beautiful details, while the versatile shaping allows for a flattering fit. Learn the basic principles behind the math of circular yokes from Holli Yeoh. Take an in-depth look at construction,...

In this follow-up to Knit to Flatter, author Amy Herzog is back with more real-talk for knitters. In Knit Wear Love, she guides us through picking a base pattern that works for our inherent shape, then customising it to suit our size and style--all with the skill of a top-notch teacher and the honesty and humour of a BFF.Known for her uncanny ability to simplify what might initially seem complex, in Knit Wear Love, Herzog masterminds an easy mix-and-match...

"Over 40 traditional and modern Norwegian knitwear patterns for all seasons and all the family. From Internet sensation Lasse Matberg. Lasse L. Matberg comes from a family who, for generations, have been working to create beautiful, quality crafted items by hand. Viking Knits is a tribute to good-quality, practical needlework, inspired by the Vikings' warm, all-weather garments. Discover and knit over 40 items for men, women, and children, designed...

When an oil spill prevents penguins from doing the things they love to do, Big Boots come and dress them in sweaters until they--and the water--can be cleaned. Includes facts about penguins and why dressing them in sweaters is not always a good idea.

Harry the dog finds a graceful way to dispose of his new sweater with roses on it.

After the loss of her mother, a young girl and her dad find a new way to live with grief with the help of her mom's sweater.

Minnie and Moo want to give special presents to the Farmer for his birthday, but something goes awry when Moo knits him a sweater.