A comprehensive guide to the basic and advanced knitting techniques, designs and styles. Brings the classic craft of knitting to the modern reader, using concise explanations, clear illustrations and finished examples. Offers tips and tricks of the trade in every subject and trouble-shooting advice for each project. Explores the variety of applications for knitting techniques, with ideas and inspirations for any number of marvellous results. Features a variety of garments and designs in a wide range of styles with the work of famous name designers, in full-colour photography.