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Classic projects that will maintain their appeal for many years instead of just one or two fashion seasons
Elegant yet retro-cool projects

In fashion, one day you’re in, the next day you’re out . . . and the day after that, you’re back in again. Designers are always referring to fashion’s rich history as they imagine its present and future, and retro looks remain ever-fresh as they are renewed—and restyled—for the next generation of wearers.

That’s precisely what top knitwear designer Véronik Avery is up to in Knitting Classic Style. Mining fashion’s endless archive, Avery has created 35 smashingly contemporary garments that take their cues from decades and designers past. The collection of clothing and accessories Avery presents is organized into four thematic chapters that highlight women’s wear, men’s wear (and its influence on women’s and children’s clothing), traditional ethnic garb, and sportswear.

Aimed at both beginning and more advanced knitters, the book’s projects range in difficulty from a simple drawstring purse, French beret, and Afghan-inspired slipper-socks to a shawl-collared cardigan, a geometric ski sweater based on a popular 1950s Native American design, and Avery’s own reinterpretation of the trimly elegant Chanel jacket. The author introduces each project by explaining its historical/cultural roots; Sara Cameron’s moody photos evoke the settings that have inspired Avery’s reworkings of the classics.


About the Author

VÉRONIK AVERY is the creative director for JCA Yarns. Her designs have appeared in numerous books and magazines, including Handknit Holidays and Weekend Knitting from STC, Interweave Knits, Woman’s Day, and the webzine Knity.com. Avery lives in Montreal.

SARA CAMERON is a Montreal-based photographer. Her work—in entertainment, fashion, advertising, portraiture, and fine art—has appeared in publications and campaigns throughout North America and Europe.

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  • Hardcover: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Stewart, Tabori and Chang STC Craft Melanie Falick Book (September 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 158479576X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1584795766
  • Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.7 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #123,639 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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50 of 53 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic elegance for the hand knitter seeking fashionable yet enduring garments, September 11, 2007
By Carol S. (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
  
Veronik Avery is an extremely talented designer of handknitted garments who has had her designs published by the elite of the handknitting world: Interweave Knits, Vogue Knitting, and in books published by Stewart Tabori & Chang. She finally has published her own book full of beautiful designs and it's a must have for the handknitter.

The majority of the garments are for women, with a handful for men and girls; most are sweaters, with a few accessory items (such as lace socks and a mohair scarf). Avery draws inspiration from fashion history and sources as diverse as a Japanese sash, traditional Scandinavian sweaters and a Victorian corset cover. The styles are updated to reflect more contemporary silhouettes (i.e., set-in sleeves). Techniques such as stranded knitting, lace and cabling are used to beautiful effect, so if you're sick of making boxy drop-shoulder garments out of stockinette stitch, you'll want to check these out. Avery's eye for color is also apparent in the designs using multiple colors of yarn (particularly a gorgeous set of Latvian-inspired gloves). Avery uses a variety of fibers and gauges throughout. There are at least 5 designs that I'm eager to cast on, and several more after that calling to me.

The production values of the book are also high. Gorgeous color photography, schematics and color charts, multiple pictures of the same garment, nice sturdy paper and clear typefaces. Throughout the book, shots of Montreal -- Avery's hometown -- provide a lovely backdrop for the models (incidentally, the models are not the typical blonde waifs, but reflect a more urban, cosmopolitan look).

I have long loved Avery's design sensibility and already count this book among the favorites in my (extensive) knitting library.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Clever Classics, August 31, 2007
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This book is hot off the press, so I haven't knit any of the patterns yet, but I'm very pleased with my purchase. There are some really thoughtful construction elements in these patterns, and Avery has done a good job of trying to find something for a wide variety of ages and lifestyles without straying from the "classic style" premise of the title. Since I am tremendously piggy when it comes to knitting books, I count anything that has at least three patterns I really want to knit as a keeper, and this volume is easily double that. (My copy arrived last night and is already bristling with tabs!) The beautiful construction means that most of the patterns are probably best suited to intermediate and advanced knitters, but today's new knitters are so fearless, I hesitate to class these patterns as out of anyone's league.
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5.0 out of 5 stars classic fair isle , September 20, 2007
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What makes this book special for me is her fair isle cardigan updated with a slim silhouette and set-in sleeves but otherwise knit in the traditional way using border patterns and shetland yarn. Other items I might knit are her shawl, faroese sweater, layered skater's top in lace, her Setesdal sweater modified with set-in sleeves. This book is one of the better ones I've seen this year and includes a 3 page section on special techniques. One quibble is that her yarns don't have any kind of indication as to their size category (sport, worsted, etc). Also my copy came without an outer cover and I have no idea if this is missing or was never made.
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4.0 out of 5 stars True to the title - classic style knits, very wearable designs
I was very happy with this purchase. Lots of lovely designs that you will wear for ages and ages, and they will not become "old-fashioned". A real focus on design and quality. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Zelena Zabka

5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless patterns I will use again and again
I own a lot (over 100) of knitting books, and have only knitted patterns out of a couple of them. This book is a keeper. I'm well into knitting the "Strawberry Lace Wrap Sweater. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Joy L. Getha

5.0 out of 5 stars This book delivers the goods
For me, the test of a knitting book is whether I immediately want to begin work on one or two of its projects. Knitting Classic Style more than meets my criteria. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mel Clark

3.0 out of 5 stars mehhh
I'm extremely underwhemled. I read the rave reviews, and a few of the pans, and I decided that the raves won. For me, I should have paid more attention to the pans. Read more
Published 21 months ago by S. Ries

5.0 out of 5 stars My fave...
I just got this book as a Christmas gift and I couldn't put it down. I wanted to CO all the patterns on each page. I can't wait to start! Read more
Published 22 months ago by K. Yang

4.0 out of 5 stars Size and style variety...many I'd make
Just got this book. I'm a knitting book addict so the fact that I bought this doesn't mean much. However, at first read I saw 10 designs I'd make. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Quickbeam

4.0 out of 5 stars great but complicated instructions
I love the patterns in the book - I'd love to make a few. I plunged into making Layered Skater's top - a lacy top using Kidsilk haze. Read more
Published 23 months ago by NY knitter

5.0 out of 5 stars Knitting things people will wear today
Reviewed by Janelle Martin

"Fashion, as we knew it, is over; people wear now exactly what they feel like wearing. Read more
Published on November 1, 2007 by armchairinterviews.com

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing work from Véronik Avery
I just bought this book with high expectations because of my admiration for Ms. Avery. I expected innovative uses of textures, colors, silhouette and stitch patterns all focused... Read more
Published on October 24, 2007 by J. Kaya

4.0 out of 5 stars one of my new favorites
I am really happy with this book. It has a nice variety of patterns including sweaters for women and men, hats, socks, and wraps. Read more
Published on September 26, 2007 by S. Orr

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