Contemporary knitters will delight in these traditional and innovative patterns for men and women. Collected through the ages and from around the world, these wonderful projects are accompanied by folk stories and regional histories from the countries of origin.

These 21 classic, designer inspired styles are the perfect fit. Comfortable to wear, easy to pack and fun to create. Basic stitches, quality yarns and easy to do details add up to the style that distinguishes these knits as jackets. Real life knitting for women with real lives.

Expand your idea of what a scarf can be! This collection of 31 elegant, whimsical, and ingenious scarves taps the expertise of over twenty-five knitwear designers who offer new ways to think about this most basic of garments.

Heirlooms are a family's link from past to present, a legacy for the future, and the lace knitting of the Shetland Isles has created much treasured family knitwear. This book is for both the everyday and expert knitter, and intended as an instructive guide and an overview of Shetland lace.