Knitting Plus

Starred review from April 15, 2011

Plus-size knitting books are few and far between, and many plus-size knitting patterns resemble large, shapeless sacks. Shroyer (editor, Knitscene magazine), fills the gap with this collection of plus-size knitwear tips, tricks, and patterns. The information about sweater sizing, fit, and components isn't just for plus-sized garments. The patterns are organized by shape and style, so knitters can choose the silhouette that best flatters their own figure. A wide range of sizes is presented (XL-5X), and the designs range from simple pullovers to striking Fair Isle and Aran-inspired garments. This is the collection that style-conscious plus-size knitters have been waiting for--beautiful patterns plus essential information on fit.

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March 15, 2011
Every plus-size woman has probably looked at an array of knitting books and wished the patterns could be converted for someone of her size. Well, the patterns in this book are so attractive that the plus-size ladies skinnier sisters might wish for the same thing. Shroyer, editor of Knitscene magazine, offers 15 terrific sweaters to knit, and, perhaps more important, she discusses in depth how pullovers and cardigans are constructed, thus allowing plus-size knitters to customize as well as follow a pattern. That said, the patterns themselves, designed by such well-known knitting names as Kathy Zimmerman, run an interesting gamut from shrug to cable-knit sweater to chevron-lace pullover and include bust sizes that start at 44 inches and go up to 56. With clear instructions and crisp color photographs showing the sweaters from different angles, this volume will fill a need on many knitting shelves. Abbreviations and illustrated glossary appended.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2011, American Library Association.)