Put down those chunky yarns and fat needles and discover the creative possibilities of thin yarns. Think thin yarns are slow and boring to knit with? Think again! This information-packed book, now in a convenient eBook, features more than twenty stylish and contemporary projects knit with lightweight yarns. Thin is in!
Lightweight yarns have a bad reputation: slow to knit with, unfashionable, limited to socks and lace, and fussy to deal with. Give those skinny yarns another look! Projects knit with thin yarns can range from quick, easy, and daring to bold, elaborate, refined, and sophisticated. Perfect for all skill levels, the projects in Knit So Fine show that garments knitted with thin yarns fit more precisely, are more flattering to the figure, feel better against the skin, are great for layering, and offer more versatility for fashion elements like ruching, ruffles, gauzy layers, and drape.
The Knit So Fine eBook educates knitters about fine yarns: what they are, the many advantages of knitting with fine yarns, plus tips and techniques to make the knitting process more enjoyable. Knitters will also find stylish and contemporary patterns, including a drapy silk top, a supple zippered cable hoodie, a bamboo skirt with stunning drape, a bohus-inspired pullover, a wrap dress, a ruffled scarf, and much more! Discover the versatility of knitting with fine yarns, from quick knits and small projects to long-term projects that are worth the wait, with the must-have Knit So Fine eBook! Introduction The Skinny on Fine Yarns Tools, Tips, and Techniques
The Projects Simplicity -Ruffle Scarf -Drapey Silk Top -Cowlneck Pullover -Cabled Vest -Kimono Top Speed -Ribby Vest -Anemone Beret -Eyelet Halter -Mohair T-Neck -Doman Top Style -Skater Sweater -Lace-Trimmed Raglan -Wrap Dress -Bamboo Skirt -Asymmetric Cardigan Shine -Bohus-Inspired Pullover -Traveling Stitch Legwarmers -Lattice Lace Pullover -Zip-Front Hoodie -Lace Stole -Fingerless Elbow Gloves
Glossary Sources for Supplies Bibliography Index Lisa R. Myers is the author of The Joy of Knitting and The Joy of Knitting Companion. Her designs have been published by Interweave Knits and Classic Elite, and Lisa designed patterns for Getting Started Knitting (Interweave Press, 2006). She is the owner of Fairmount Fibers, wholesale distributor of Manos del Uruguay yarns, a kettle dyed yarn handcrafted by a cooperative organization committed to developing work for women in Uruguay. Myers is also the owner of Rosie’s Yarn Cellar, a retail yarn shop in Philadelphia and has over ten years’ experience in the knitting shop industry. Lisa regularly designs patterns for her shop, including for the very successful RoseKnits line (marketed to yarn shops across the country; see them at www.rosiesyarncellar.com/products/rkpatterns.htm).
Laura Grutzcek, who has knit for over twenty years, received a BFA from Tyler School of Art, and a MS from Drexel University. Her patterns have appeared in Stitch N Bitch Nation and are frequently featured as part of the RosieKnits line. Laura has taught many classes in knitting and knitting design.
Carol J. Sulcoski is a knitting designer who has had designs published by Knitty.com; KnitNet.com; MenKnit.net; MagKnits.com and Big Girl Knits. She is a staff member of Rosie's Yarn Cellar and regularly designs for the RosieKnits pattern line. She is also the author of the popular knitting blog GoKnitInYourHat and proprietress of Black Bunny Fibers, creating hand-dyed yarns and spinning fiber.
Knit So Fine is a beautiful book that is sure to inspire knitters of all skill levels to try something a little skinnier... The book is a lot of fun.- About.com Guide to Knitting
If you feel that working with fine yarns take too long, are limited to lace and scarves, or are difficult to deal with, this book will free you of that notion.- Knit 'N Style
5 out of 5 possible stars.- Knitting News
The designs are good ones–classic, but with a fresh feel, and well worth the knitting time.- KnittingScholar.com
What I didn’t count on and what surprised me in the most pleasant way, is how much these women love knitting and how it shows in their designs and their words about the craft. The designs are comfortable too – not intimidating – doable, wearable and lovely. They take the alleged agony and fear out of knitting with fine yarn.- Knitty.com
The handknit pieces are beautiful.- McClatchy Tribune Services
A bonus point: According to a price analysis within, a sweater made of fine yarn will save customers money.- Yarn Market News
Knit So Fine is a timely publication that offers figure-flattering projects with a modern twist.... A great summertime book.- Knit Together
Item #: EP3884
ISBN- 978-1-59668-945-9 144 Pages
Knit So Fine eBook: Designs with Skinny Yarn
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This information-packed eBook features more than twenty stylish and contemporary projects knit with lightweight yarns.
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