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Amy Herzog's Sweater Sourcebook:

The Ultimate Guide for Adventurous Knitters
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Amy Herzog's Sweater Sourcebook is an essential guide for yarn and fibre enthusiasts, focusing on the art of sweater knitting. It covers detailed instructions for four fundamental sweater types: yoke, raglan, drop shoulder, and set-in sleeve, with patterns available in multiple sizes and yarn gauges. The book also offers a wide variety of customisation options, such as adding hoods, cowl necks, turtlenecks, pockets, and zip or cardigan fronts, making it a versatile resource for knitters.
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This book is perfect for knitting enthusiasts of all levels who wish to expand their skills in sweater construction and design. Ideal for those interested in personalised knitting projects and exploring a variety of styles.

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Yarn and fibre enthusiasts everywhere will celebrate the latest addition to Amy Herzog's beloved knitting series, which includes You Can Knit That, Knit to Flatter, and Knit Wear Love. This essential guide details every aspect of sweater knitting, starting with instructions for four basic sweater types: yoke, raglan, drop shoulder, and set-in sleeve.

Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges for broad appeal. Following the basics for each of the four sweater types are a diverse range of customising options, including how to add a hood, cowl neck, turtleneck, pockets, and zip or cardigan front, just to name a few.

Amy's clear instruction and expert tips expand the many knitting possibilities, creating the essential knitting resource for knitters everywhere.

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Simply Knitting praises the book for its comprehensive and in-depth guidance, highlighting its usefulness for customising one’s wardrobe through jumper knitting.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419726705

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 October 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams

Illustration: 100 colour photographs

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 217.0mm

Height: 251.0mm

Weight: 850g

Pages: 192

About the Author

Amy Herzog is the author of Knit Wear Love and Knit to Flatter and the creator of the Fit to Flatter online series. She teaches courses on Craftsy and in yarn shops countrywide and her sweater designs have been featured in Twist Collective, Knitscene, Interweave Knits, Knitty, and more. She lives in Connecticut.

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