Simple Style: Innovative to Traditional 17 Inspired Designs to Knit

by Ann Budd

Contemporary garments that celebrate stunning results without complicated techniques are the focus of this collection. Step-by-step instructions, thorough materials lists, and a design notebook cover the ways to maximize style while simplifying knitting and finishing techniques. Requiring only a basic understanding of knitting, this guide is packed with clever design ideas such as innovative edgings, a well-placed band of color or texture, an unexpected yarn, and creative constructions that minimize seams or customize personal fit.

Genres: Knitting, Crafts, Nonfiction

136 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2009

Reviews

[Carole Thompson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this book in 2009, which was early in my knitting experience. I loved the sweaters in this book, but then I wasn't realizing how intense or involved knitting a sweater would be. I still love to look at the sweaters, but I haven't tried any yet. I admire my daughter and others that can knit sweaters and wear them because they look good in them. Maybe one day......

[Nellie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another library book looked at in search of the missing poncho pattern.
Ann Budd is a talented designer. I have knit several of her patterns from other sources.
There are skirt, sweater, and vest patterns in this book.
Poncho not in this one.

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've checked out this book a few times already, and I keep coming back to the sweater on the cover. I think I need to finally make it. Plus there are a couple others I'd like to make. I might have to buy this one.

[21 Oct:] So I wussed out when it came down to buying yarn. But it's on my to-buy list. Lots of good patterns.

[Cayenne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interweave really publishes the best knitting books. Lots of lovely designs in this one.

[Julie]

There are some cool patterns in this book. I liked the big cable vest, the empire swing cardigan, the twisted v pullover and the garter lace jacket.

[Heywu · Rating 3 out of 5]

Stay on wrap with big cable is the most interesting pattern. Otherwise, not my cup of tea.

[Yvette Gonzales · Rating 4 out of 5]

some good ones in here...

[lk]

Had some interesting patterns and design notes

[Mckinley · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nice projects, nothing for me.

[Cyndi]

One thing looks interesting, but the people of Ravelry say it's a disaster...