Marie GreenePage Street Publishing Seamless Knit Sweaters in 2 Weeks: 20 Patterns for Flawless Cardigans, Pullovers, Tees and More

I was following a seamless sweater pattern purchased elsewhere and found it confusing. This book contained the info I required. Each pattern also indicates the construction of the sweater which is helpful. I will never have to purchase a sweater pattern again. The women’s sweater patterns in this book are so well explained plus it contains other helpful hints.

This is a fantastic book for the beginner/intermediate knitter, plenty of instruction and attractive, if basic, designs.

Fina mönster. Generösa storlekar.

one of the best knitting world book I've ever bought

The book is really nice. I LOVE that on each pattern the sizes are given at the beginning and the finished measurements are given at the end, along with a drawing of it to show where measurements were taken. Cables are charted as well as written, so you’re good either way. Instructions are clear and well written. One complaint I saw on the comments was that the patterns were somewhat similar. Yes, that’s kind of true, but they are a great study in how small changes can make a different look and they are a great blank canvas to add your own touches to, so I’m happy and have plans for several projects from the book. Ravelry is perfect for this because you can go see all 20 patterns before you buy the book. There aren’t as many pics as I would like, but the ones that are there show enough to get a good idea how it will look/fit. Besides, every pic added increases the size and cost of the book and, within a couple of months I’m sure there will be plenty of projects to look at on Ravelry. The first chapter talks about things you should consider; ease, yarn substitutions, swatches, tips to get the fit you want, etc. Good info that even a seasoned knitter could benefit from and vital for new knitters. Each project has similar set up; yarn notes, all needles needed, notions, gauge, a blurb about construction, a list and explanation of all stitch abbr used in the pattern, recommended ease and tips throughout the pattern, including stitch counts at important junctures. I’m very pleased with the book and as I said, have plans for several projects.Just another thought, these patterns are fairly simple to allow you to make a sweater in 2 weeks IF you are experienced with making sweaters, but these are also great for an advanced beginner (or a beginner with gumption) because of the simplicity; it will just take maybe 2 months instead of 2 weeks. Great patterns either way you look at it.UPDATE:Yes, I really did knit a sweater from this book in two weeks. The Meridian Sweater. Now, it was the ONLY thing I worked on for the two weeks, and I had a long weekend with an eight hour road trip, plus evenings to do it. I have experience with top down sweaters, I have no kids and an understanding husband :), but I just wanted to say that it can be done. I've worn the sweater multiple times and just love it. Definitely have plans to make more. I'm kmcelw on Ravelry if you want to see my notes from it. I just wanted to see if I could do it in two weeks, probably won't try to do that again, but will be knitting more. Please don't let the "two weeks" scare you; so what if it takes you longer - you'll still have a beautiful sweater at the end.