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Sensual Knits: Luxurious Yarns, Alluring Designs
written by Yahaira Ferreira
Studio : Sterling/Hollan
by Sterling/Hollan
Publisher : Sterling/Hollan
Released : 2008-01-01
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Number of Items : 1
EAN : 9781402749209
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 11 reviews)
List Price : $17.95
Our Price : $10.10
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Modern knitters are simply in love with luxury yarns—and the stylish items they can make from these opulent, irresistibly touchable materials. Sensual Knits feeds their hunger for fashionable projects made specifically with the finest merinos, alpacas, silks, cashmeres, and angoras. Beautiful models display the clothing, and every exquisitely photographed garment provides a stunning example of how classic can also be very sexy. A textured jacket features a nipped waist that hugs a woman’s curves, a bishop-sleeved sweater has a daringly plunging neckline, and there are camisoles, silky negligees, and evening dresses too. And be assured: these pieces will look great for years to come, not just for a single season. Any advanced beginner who has mastered the basics can handle these patterns. |
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Beautiful patterns |
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The patterns in this book are absolutely beautiful. My favorite designer in the book is Sauniell N. Connally. I've had a chance to look her up and she's new with good ideas. But I have to give every designer kudos that contributed to make up this book. Everything is exactly as the title says - Sensual. I love it and give good direction to the patterns. Highly recommended by me! |
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Exactly what I was looking for. |
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This book is exactly what it advertises -- an interesting assortment of attractive and feminine knit patterns. It's well laid out and easy to read. The patterns appear to be well-written, though I have no yet knit very many of them. The pictures are very good and give a good idea of what the finished knit will look like from several angles in most cases. |
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OK but not more than that |
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I had high expectation but was disappoited. But I like the pattern for the cardigan on the bookcover. |
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Great book but many discontinued yarns |
I got this book less than a month after it came out and at least three of the yarns used in the book were completely unavailable, one of which has been definitely discontinued. The point of the book was to use unique yarns that were soft and sensual feeling (hence the name of the book), so it is hard to try to find substitutes. It seems the editor should have checked to be sure these yarns would still be available when the book was published.
Other than the yarn issue I think the patterns are beautiful, classic, and very fashion forward. It's a great book to browse and be inspired by and a few of the patterns appear to be appropriate for a beginner although many would be a challenge to even a more experienced knitter. If I can ever find yarn I plan to knit several of the items in this book. |
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Best pattern book I've bought in years! |
I buy a lot of knitting books---probably too many. Usually there's a pattern or two worth knitting, and that's enough.
In this book, I'd say there's a pattern or two NOT worth knitting. Everything else is an absolute gem. I've had the book three months and I'm already knitting two sweaters from it, the striking Transparency and the classic Balloon-Sleeve Jacket (which appears on the cover).
This book should be on the shelf of any sweater knitter, especially, and anyone who wants to knit sweaters. Many of the designs are simple, but not the kind of "big-needle-fast-knit-crap" found in all too many books these days. These are thoughtful designs with shaping and drape to flatter most figures. Most are classics; a few are fashion-forward. Most are mid-weight (worsted, DK, Aran), some are lighter for a less bulky fit.
Do yourself a favor and at least flip through this book, or check it out on Ravelry. I think you'll find you can't wait to acquire a copy. |
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