Shawls are currently making a huge comeback in the fashion world, but many people do not realize that the shawl has been worn for many centuries and in many cultures. This collection of patterns and traditions features shawls from around the world.

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.

Handknitted socks are a luxury everyone should experience. Here are 18 sock patterns inspired by a host of folk knitting traditions.

Introduces the luscious lace of yesteryear to the knitters of today.

From runways to department stores, lace is everywhere. This book contains a collection of quick knits that take a modern twist. It includes such designs as: a lace pattern typically used for baby wear boldly translated into a woman's scalloped jacket, a delicate lace edging used to accent a featherlight lingerie dress, and more.

Today lace doesn't just mean doilies knit in very fine yarn; often the yarns are not fine and the needles large for faster knitting and greater impact. A Gathering of Lace samples the best traditional and contemporary lace knitting. This collection includes sweaters, vests, shawls, gloves and socks - some are simple enough for the new knitter while others will stimulate seasoned lacers.