The Knitter's Handy Book of Top-Down Sweaters

A key reference for knitters of all skill levels, this essential resource includes detailed, easy-to-follow sweater patterns

Fiber and yarn enthusiasts will celebrate Ann Budd's addition to The Knitter's Handy Book series. Fulfilling a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this guide offers instructions for knitting four basic sweater types: circular yoke, raglan, set-in sleeve, and saddle shoulder. Patterns are offered in multiple sizes and yarn gauges and for a broad age group.

Following the basics for each of the four sweater types are three diverse patterns from top designers that demonstrate how you can customize the instructions to fit your own creative expression, including color, texture, and shaping variations.

For intermediate to advanced knitters, it also includes personal design touches, detailed charts, clear instruction, and quick tips to expand knitting possibilities and maintain creative originality.

Ann Budd is the best-selling author of Sock Knitting Master Class, The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns, The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns, Getting Started Knitting Socks, Interweave Presents Knitted Gifts, Knitting Green, and Simple Style. She is also the coauthor of Bag Style, Color Style, Lace Style, and Wrap Style. She is a book editor and the former senior editor of Interweave Knits magazine. She lives in Boulder, Colorado.