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Sewing with Knits: Classic, Stylish Garments from Swimsuits to Eveningwear

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This is the one! Connie Long has given both novice and seasoned sewists a comprehensive, yet eminently readable text on knit fabrics. She's unlocked the mystery of sewing with these desirable fabrics by starting at the beginning -- clear explanations of what's what when it comes to the different types of knit fabrics. And I'm not just talking about grandma's poly double knits, either! Matte Jerseys, slinkys, lace and sweater knits are all discussed. Then she takes the reader through every step of garment construction -- from pattern and fabric selection, layout and cutting, seaming, and finishing -- all with clear, concise instructions relevant to the unique characteristics of this fabric. At the end of the journey for the sewist are high-style fashions, with finishes and details that are often better than off-the-rack garments. Deserving special mention are the abundance of color photographs -- the next best thing to having the author at your side while you sew, I think! Highly recommended.

This book is a wonderful resource to have. After years of struggling while sewing knit fabrics, this book has provided me with the solutions I needed. I read it cover to cover when I first bought it and now use it as a reference. The photos that demonstrate techniques are very helpful. The only thing I did not care for were all of the photos of the models in ballet costumes. I would have preferred to see everyday people wearing classic knit clothing. Most of us don't spend our days 'on pointe'!! I would recommend this book.

this is the definitive book on knits. i bought it because it was pretty much the only one, but now i know why. everything is covered from needles to the different types of knits and how they are formed, which helps to understand how they behave. i also didn't care for all of the ballet and oversized knits. everyday people with well fitting knit clothing would've been more inspirational. the only thing i wish there was more of was troubleshooting - i found the solution to my problem in a sidebar. wish there was a chart on that or something.
i do recommend this book highly.

This book is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn how to sew with knit fabrics. The author describes varies types of knit fabrics and appropriate type of seam finishes. There are recommendations for choosing the right sewing machine needles. I really like this book and found the illustrations helpful.

wonder insiteful instruction and help for persons new to using these materials. Interfacing and stabilizing is covered pretty well.

I tried to order this via Amazon from several sellers, but they all came up as unable to supply. This happens quite frequently, I assume because the sellers will not post books internationally (I am in Australia). If they do not send books internationally this should be stated upfront. It is infuriating to go through the whole purchasing process, only to be informed at the end that they cannot supply the book. I now very seldom try to buy any book that Amazon does not have in stock themselves.

Wonderful book Great info & a few more lightbulbs were going on here.

Bobbieann