Knitting Everyday Finery Practical Designs for Dressing Up in Little Ways

by Clark, Mel

• ISBN13: 9781570765278
• ISBN10: 1570765278
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-05-01
• Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books

Summary

Quick-to-finish projects are always popular with knitters and this collection of patterns features beautiful finery to wear and for the home. Modern and inventive yet inspired by traditional techniques, the designs presented here include elements of style and whimsy but are always practical and achievable for all levels of knitting ability. A clutch made of multicolored wool with the entrelac technique, a double-layered beanie with inspired color work, a quilt-sampler tam with Fair Isle patterning, and a pencil case for kids in the shape of a small dog are just some of the finery that can be created. Elegant items for women, several projects for men, and ideas for the whole family are included and are achievable for all levels of knitting ability.

Author Biography

Mel Clark is a knitwear designer with her own label whose designs have been licensed to L.L. Bean, among others. She is a coauthor of Knit 2 Together and her designs have been published in Interweave Knits, the Knitter, the L.L. Bean catalog, Vogue Knitting magazine, Yarn Magazine, and Your Home and Garden magazine. She has appeared on the Martha Stewart Show and is the author of the blog www.slipslipknit.com.