Luxury Knits: Simple and Stylish Projects for the Most Desirable Knitwear

by Griffiths, Amanda

• ISBN13: 9780764158230
• ISBN10: 0764158236
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2005-10-01
• Publisher: Barrons Educational Series Inc

Summary

Knitting enthusiasts who take their inspiration from this handsome volume can wrap themselves in luxury. It presents patterns and instructions for making beautiful, sensuous garments and accessories from extravagant materials that include cashmere, chenille, merino wool, mohair, and fine silk blends. Directions for making 22 exquisite items for oneself or for gift-giving include-- A fine merino wool and mohair matching hat and scarf A cashmere pillow cover and cable throw A cashmere sweater with finely detailed features A cozy wraparound cardigan in merino wool and cashmere A lavish lace sweater in silk and mohair A summer cotton top with short lace sleeves A draped-neck sweater with slim, stylish body shaping . . . and many more. All techniques and stitches are clearly explained, and all finished items are shown in beautiful color photos. Here is an elegant collection of stylish projects--wonderful knitted garments and accessories for all seasons of the year. More than 75 illustrations.

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(2)
Luxury yarns	8	(8)
Exquisite Gifts and Accessories
Drawstring bags	16	(2)
Bed socks	18	(2)
Hat and scarf	20	(4)
Scarf and mittens	24	(4)
Blanket and pillow	28	(4)
Baby sweater	32	(4)
Blanket and booties	36	(6)
Winter Indulgence
V-neck sweater	42	(4)
Wraparound cardigan	46	(6)
Traveling stitch and rib cardigan	52	(6)
Lace sweater	58	(4)
Shawl collar jacket	62	(8)
From Day to Evening
Crossover cardigan	70	(4)
Beaded sweater	74	(6)
Wide-neck lace sweater	80	(4)
Beaded bolero	84	(6)
Lace camisole and cardigan	90	(8)
Summer Sensations
Scoop-neck sweater	98	(4)
Ribbon-trim camisole	102	(4)
Rib and lace cardigan	106	(4)
Boat-neck sweater	110	(4)
Lace-sleeved top	114	(4)
Finishing techniques	118	(6)
Garment sizing	124	(3)
Index	127	(1)
Suppliers	128	(1)
Acknowledgments	128