Big softies1992

"Mohair is the perfect knitting yarn - light to wear, warm in winter and ideal for cardigans and jackets. Best-selling designer knitter Melinda Coss has compiled this stunning book of some of her most successful knitting designs. Here are thirty-five stylish patterns, both pastel and vividly coloured, for men and women, ranging from simple designs for the beginner to more intricate designs for the expert. - Coat of many colors - Man's geometric sweater - Flagship jacket (designed during the Gulf War) - Priscilla coat (for those in the feline mood) - Classic crew-necked cardigan and sweater - Argyll coat - Zigzag and bobbles jacket... and many more. Each garment is illustrated in full colour and, where appropriate, with a chart of the pattern. An introductory section explains the techniques required to knit the designs - mainly fairisle and intarsia - and gives advice on tension, sizing, making up and caring for the garment. *Big Softies* is thus the ultimate book for chic mohair knits."