Knitting Simple Jackets: 25 Beautiful Designs

by Marilyn Cohen

All knitters want to create something attractive that shows off their skills—and beginners and intermediates who have little time and patience for difficult patterns will love these 25 simple, wearable jackets. They range from classic Chanel-inspired (in thick, velvety chenille) to a one-size-fits-all kimono. And every breathtaking piece can be completed in relatively short order, thanks to the easy-to-follow instructions and well-thought-out designs. Knit a sporty Aran tweed car coat knit with triple strands of fuschia yarn. Cuddle up in a fluffy white jacket with a big ribbed collar and matching belt that can double as a scarf. Celebrate Spring with a classy lightweight sleeveless jacket in cheerful yellow. Color photos of the finished garments capture their chic, contemporary style.

Genres: Knitting, Nonfiction, Crafts

112 pages, Hardcover

First published November 28, 2006

Reviews

[Mckinley · Rating 2 out of 5]

For women, nothing for me.

[Laura · Rating 3 out of 5]

The concept of this book was pretty cool, I just didn't see any jackets I couldn't live without. The photographs of the knitted items were well done, with a couple pictures per pattern. I would probably recommend this book.

*Taken from my book reviews blog: http://reviewsatmse.blogspot.com/2009...

[Chris]

None of these suit my taste. The way the shoulders are worked looks much baggier than I'd like. The photos are really good, though, and I see a couple of patterns that would make comfy, beautiful housecoats.

[Mari · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE THIS PATTERN BOOK! For my first sweater I wanted a book that I could understand with ease vs. complicated pattern instructions. I found this in the local library and happily knitting away my first TWO sweaters! It's fun and enjoyable for me.

[Kathryn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Will knit at least two of these in my sophomore knitting year.

[Jess · Rating 3 out of 5]

A few cute things.