2012. Paperback. Suitable for those interested in learning and perfecting shaping details in their knitting, this title helps knitters to understand how designer details and shaping actually work. It details various trompe l'oeil shaping techniques that offers a slimming and flattering look to any garment no matter your body type. Num Pages: 160 pages, full colour throughout, 70 photographs, includes charts. BIC Classification: WFBS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 191 x 229 x 14. Weight in Grams: 592. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Title: Knitting the Perfect Fit
Publisher: Random House USA Inc
Publication Date: 2012
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0307586642
ISBN 13: 9780307586643
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New

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This is the first book that delves deeply into easily mastered techniques that can be used to adapt and customise any project. Knitting the Perfect Fit is an invaluable guide for anyone interested in learning and perfecting shaping details in their knitting. Acclaimed designer and teacher Melissa Leapman distills one of her most in-demand workshops into an authoritative guide that will help knitters understand how designer details and shaping actually work. From a variety of necklines and arm details to different trompe l'oeil shaping techniques that offer a more slimming and flattering look to any garment no matter your body type. Each technique is thoroughly explained with tips and exercised and then showcased in 21 appealing projects that allow knitters to practise their new skills.

About the Author

Melissa Leapman is a widely published sweater designer whose patterns have appeared in Vogue Knitting, Knitter’s, McCall’s, Family Circle, Better Homes and Gardens, Knit It!, and Interweave Knits magazines. Leapman has worked as a freelance designer for many leading ready-to-wear manufacturers, noted design houses, and major yarn companies. In addition, her knitting, crochet, and design workshops are extremely popular with crafters at all skill levels. She lives in New York City.

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