Knitting Pattern Essentials

As everyone knows we have different body shape and that a size or a shape of a garment would fit all is impossible.

When I knit from published patterns there is always something that I need to change. To change the lenght of the back and front pieces is rather easy and often also the length of the sleeves. To change the shape of a garment by the placing of increases and decreases of stitches and rows, usually works well, as well. But, what I find rather difficult is to change the shape of the armhole and the sleeve cap.

  

Now it's here, the book that explains how to do it!

 

The book is about adapting and drafting knitting patterns.
It's dedicated only to garments that hang from the shoulders.

One reason to that is that a garment with seams holds its shape better.

In this book you find all the tools, the techniques and the math you need to create or modify a pattern so the finished garment gets the fit that you want.

 

When I look through the book I realise that a
 knitting designer has a great advantage in having
knowledge about pattern construction and sewing.

 

 

Knitting Pattern Essentials by Sally Melville

 

 

This books is the perfect guide to sweater construction whether you want to adjust a pattern or create your own design.

A poem from the book.

'You did the best you could until you knew better, and when you knew better you did better.' (Maya Angelou)

Now there is hope for better fitting garments!