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"Ann Budd frees a knitter to pick up any yarn and create a custom garment...Sounds handy to me." — Knitters Magazine
"This, my friends, is the Better Home and Gardens of sweater pattern books...It's a book worth reading and absorbing." — Knitter's Review
"Easy-to-read instructions...Great for anyone who wants to design their own garment...a very valuable resource." — Knitting News
"The bible for those who are beginning to design their own sweaters." — Knitting.AllInfoAbout.com
"You will love this book...This could easily be the last sweater pattern book you will buy." — Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot
"With this book, if you can dream it you can knit it." — Planet Purl
"This, my friends, is the Better Home and Gardens of sweater pattern books...It's a book worth reading and absorbing." — Knitter's Review
"Easy-to-read instructions...Great for anyone who wants to design their own garment...a very valuable resource." — Knitting News
"The bible for those who are beginning to design their own sweaters." — Knitting.AllInfoAbout.com
"You will love this book...This could easily be the last sweater pattern book you will buy." — Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot
"With this book, if you can dream it you can knit it." — Planet Purl
Book Description
Created for knitters who want standard sweater patterns in a variety of sizes and gauges, as well as those who want a template from which to develop their own designs, this book provides easy-to-follow charted instructions for 18 sweaters, three in each of the six most popular sweaters constructions. Each style is then provided in 15 sizes ranging from toddler to large adult, then further divided into six possible gauges: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 stitches per inch combining for 90 options for each of the six styles, or 540 patterns in all. The cardigan and neckline variations make for more than 1,000 patterns. Detailed schematics for finished dimensions are included, along with a glossary of techniques and a chapter on design considerations. This is a definitive resource for the passionate sweater knitter.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
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This review is from: The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns (Spiral-bound)
While the sweaters shown in this book are not very attractive, the principles illustrated are very useful. It's a handy guide for doing your own thing using basic shapes and sizes. THe possibilities are endless.
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Just what I needed!,
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This review is from: The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns (Spiral-bound)
I have very thin people to knit for, and very large ones, too. I have basic pattern recipes around here and there, but can never find exactly what I need when I need it. This is the basics in one book, ready for me to use and add whatever colour/pattern I'm trying out. Another good reference book. Not exciting patterns, but useful.
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4.5 out of 5 stars (63 customer reviews) 147 of 147 people found the following review helpful
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Chockful of really useful information,
By sfknitter - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns (Spiral-bound)
I know many (I for one) are happy this highly anticipated book came out earlier than the stated release date and it is even more packed with so much good information than Ann Budd's first book of ...Handy Book of Knitting Patterns. Some initial good points about the book: many sweater "palettes" are presented, there's many side points within each section - like how to convert a yarn gauge of yours that isn't included in the book to one that is compatible to a gauge, there's eighteen sweaters knitted up in different yarns that are shown in clear photos, different styles of necks, sleeves, bodies are set out and explained, and! so much more! And for those familiar with the first book - there is an even nicer (deeper) inside pocket provided. The same spiral format is kept which will help in your designing/decision making of your sweater(s). Don't let the higher price point scare you away - the information in this great book more than makes up for the cost.
123 of 123 people found the following review helpful
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The Handy Sweater Book: The Sequel! You need it..,
By Joanna Daneman - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns (Spiral-bound)
I love Ann Budd's first book "The Handy Book of Knitting Patterns" which are small patterns such as gloves, hats, mittens, scarves and vests. Most people asked for a sweater book to follow, with basic patterns in all sizes, from kids to big adults. Here it is.You can take a raglan, a cardigan, a drop sleeve pullover or many other traditional styles like yoke-sweaters and knit either the basic pattern shown, or embellish it with your own texture, color or lace stitches. Ideas are given how to do the modifications. The book is spiral bound with hard board covers, and an elastic band to mark your place. This is the kind of book that never leaves the knitting bag, and in particular if you go shopping to add yarn to your "stash", this book could assist you in visualizing projects and more importantly, buying the right amount of yarn. That way, when you pull the yarn from storage on a cold winter day when you want to start something new, you will have pattern, yarn and ideas all handy, thanks to this book. A real winner, and absolutely a great gift if you know any new knitters. 72 of 72 people found the following review helpful
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Indispensable!,
By K. Hansen - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns (Spiral-bound)
If you are tired of knitting from patterns and want to branch out into your own designs, this is the book you need to help you get started! It picks up where _The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns_ left off, including several different types of sweater construction, finishing ideas, necklines and collar types. Ann Budd explains the concept of ease, how to design shaping, and how to get a custom fit. The sample patterns provide a good source of inspiration for how you can use these "recipes" to make a unique garment. Highly recommended!
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