Knit So Fine: Designs with Skinny Yarn (Paperback)

~ Lisa Myers (Author), (Author), Laura Grutzeck (Author)
Key Phrases: stitch guide, rep rows, repeat rows, Super Fine, Double Twist, Finished Size (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A beautiful book that is sure to inspire knitters of all skill levels to try something a little skinnier. . . . A lot of fun."  —About.com Guide to Knitting

"Stylish, feminine designs."  —Blogcritics.com

"A timely publication that offers figure-flattering projects with a modern twist. . . . A great summertime book."  —Knit Together, the quarterly publication of the Canadian Guild of Knitters

"A bonus point: According to a price analysis within, a sweater made of fine yarn will save customers money."  —Yarn Market News

"If you feel that . . . 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

"The designs are good ones . . . classic, but with a fresh feel, and well worth the knitting time."  —KnittingScholar.com

Product Description

Educating knitters about fine yarns, this information-packed book features more than 20 stylish and contemporary projects to knit with lightweight yarns. Knitters will learn what fine yarns are, the many advantages of knitting with them, plus tips and techniques to make the knitting process even more enjoyable. Perfect for all skill levels, the projects in this guidebook show that garments knitted with thin yarns not only fit more precisely, but are more flattering to the figure and feel better against the skin. They also offer more versatility for fashion elements such as ruching, ruffles, gauzy layers, and drape. Crafters will 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.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Interweave Press (June 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1596680520
• ISBN-13: 978-1596680524
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #226,289 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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33 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very well done, May 29, 2008

By	Faina Goberstein (California) - See all my reviews

This book is done with a great taste and in a very mild manner. First almost 10 pages are devoted to yarn analysis: thick versa thin. It is a very convincing explanation. It is supported by photos that compare the look of seams, among other things, on different weight yarns. The thin yarn always wins. If you are not a fan of thin yarn yet, after looking through this book, you will. Tips and techniques section is easy to read. Then you are in for a real treat. All projects are beautifully knitted. The yarns are chosen very well to convey the thought behind the design. I will definitely love to make these garments. I highly recommend this book.

23 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So many Fine Designs, May 31, 2008

By	Carol (Surrey, UK) - See all my reviews

I love this book! There is a time and place for chunky yarns but too many books are dedicated to them. The authors here have responded to the need for timeless and classic designs with a little flair. Skinny yarns are versatile and, as the book explains, flattering on so many figure types. I'll be making many of them! Well done!!

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Ever buy a book for one pattern? Guilty!, July 21, 2008

By	Quickbeam (Oconomowoc, WI USA) - See all my reviews

I had flipped this book and decided I wasn't interested since I hate wrap sweaters and knitted skirts. Some of the other things were sweet but not remarkable. I paged through one more time and then ...ACK!... I was bitten by the Anemone Beret. The pattern is lovely. The stitch looks like Broomstick Lace (crochet) but it IS knit. Long story short, bought the book and have made 3 of these berets. A four hour search of my Barbara Walker books found the stitch but I'd have never remembered it in this way. Kudos to Myers and Sulcoski (I think she did the beret pattern) for reeling me in!