Sewing with Knits: Classic, Stylish Garments from Swimsuits to Eveningwear

by Connie Long

Knit fabrics have never been more fashionable, but the prospect of creating them can be daunting even to those experienced with the needle. Because of the "stretch factor, " knits can be tricky to sew... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1561583111
• ISBN13: 9781561583119
• Release Date: March 2000
• Publisher: Taunton Press
• Length: 154 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.0" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Sewing with Knits

Wonderful book Great info & a few more lightbulbs were going on here. Bobbieann

Fine finishing techiques for ALL knits!

I have been sewing on and off most of my life, now I am re entering the sewing world again. I happened to have some of these great books in my sewing library and I sure am glad I do! This book shows me the difference in how to make a knit /sweater fabric look like it has a couture edge to it vs a home ec look. This is clearly one of THE best knit books to have in your sewing library if you like the new Jalie or Christine Jonson knits ( or Vogue etc),,,,,tons of advise on how to finish off and work with your fabrics in order to give your garment a very classy look. One of the tecniques offered,,, honestly, I don't think I would not have even considered,,,,,,, knitting some of the sweater edgings?? But what better way to finish off !!!!( I am a knitter so this is easy for me to do) Many other options are available this is one of many,,,,and it makes your knits look OH SO FABULOUS!!!! LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!!!! I purchased this book used some years back but get it if its still available, its worth it!

authoritative

this is the definitive book on knits. i bought it because it was pretty much the only one, but now i know why. everything is covered from needles to the different types of knits and how they are formed, which helps to understand how they behave. i also didn't care for all of the ballet and oversized knits. everyday people with well fitting knit clothing would've been more inspirational. the only thing i wish there was more of was troubleshooting - i found the solution to my problem in a sidebar. wish there was a chart on that or something. i do recommend this book highly.

Great reference book!

This book is a wonderful resource to have. After years of struggling while sewing knit fabrics, this book has provided me with the solutions I needed. I read it cover to cover when I first bought it and now use it as a reference. The photos that demonstrate techniques are very helpful. The only thing I did not care for were all of the photos of the models in ballet costumes. I would have preferred to see everyday people wearing classic knit clothing. Most of us don't spend our days 'on pointe'!! I would recommend this book.

The definitive text for today's knits.

This is the one! Connie Long has given both novice and seasoned sewists a comprehensive, yet eminently readable text on knit fabrics. She's unlocked the mystery of sewing with these desirable fabrics by starting at the beginning -- clear explanations of what's what when it comes to the different types of knit fabrics. And I'm not just talking about grandma's poly double knits, either! Matte Jerseys, slinkys, lace and sweater knits are all discussed. Then she takes the reader through every step of garment construction -- from pattern and fabric selection, layout and cutting, seaming, and finishing -- all with clear, concise instructions relevant to the unique characteristics of this fabric. At the end of the journey for the sewist are high-style fashions, with finishes and details that are often better than off-the-rack garments. Deserving special mention are the abundance of color photographs -- the next best thing to having the author at your side while you sew, I think! Highly recommended.