{"product_id":"9781617690334","title":"More Modern Top-Down Knitting: 24 Garments Based on Barbara G. Walker's 12 Top-Down Templates","description":"\u003cp\u003eBarbara Walker’s \u003ci\u003eKnitting from the Top\u003c\/i\u003e, originally published in 1972, is a treasure trove of inspiration about the technique of knitting garments from the top down (for example, knitting a sweater from the neck down to the hem or a hat from the crown down to the brim). In 2010, STC Craft published Kristina McGowan’s successful \u003ci\u003eModern Top-Down Knitting\u003c\/i\u003e, a collection of fashion-conscious top-down designs inspired by Walker’s book. Knitters not only loved the technique, which allows for easy, try-on-as-you-go custom fitting, but also applauded McGowan’s modern sense of style. For \u003ci\u003eMore Modern Top-Down Knitting\u003c\/i\u003e, McGowan has dug even deeper into Walker’s iconic work—this time challenging herself to design two garments based on each of Walker’s 12 basic top-down templates. The results come together to form a fresh, stylish wardrobe that includes everything from sweaters and dresses to capes, skirts, hats, and even pants and shorts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eMore Modern Top-Down Knitting: \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eMore Modern Top-Down Knitting\u003c\/i\u003eis a beautiful book, featuring exciting and eminently wearable designs for knitters who enjoy self-expression in their craft. The directions are precise but flexible; the garments are highly fashionable; and the pictures are glorious. I am especially delighted to be honored as an ‘inspiration’ for Ms. McGowan; but indeed her own creativity is very much on display here. The book is a great gift for any knitter.” —Barbara G. Walker, author of\u003ci\u003eKnitting from the Top\u003c\/i\u003e, the Knitting Treasuries, et al.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Lovers of top-down knitting—and those who have yet to learn!—will find a wide range of lovely stylish projects in Kristina McGowan’s second homage collection, inspired by Barbara Walker’s classic book\u003ci\u003eKnitting from the Top\u003c\/i\u003e. The designs in\u003ci\u003eMore Modern Top-Down Knitting\u003c\/i\u003eare wearable and intriguing, with delightful pattern stitches and simple, yet couture-like touches. A warm and beckoning book, suffused with McGowan’s enthusiasm and her elegant approach to knitwear.” —Deborah Newton,author of\u003ci\u003eDesigning Knitwear\u003c\/i\u003e and\u003ci\u003eFinishing School: A Master Class for Knitters\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Take one look at the gorgeous skirt on the cover of Kristina McGowan’s \u003ci\u003eMore Modern Top-Down Knitting \u003c\/i\u003eand you’ll have insta-knitting book crush.” —Craftsy.com\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This book takes its time and I encourage you to do the same with it. I spent a morning reading it from cover to cover. This book is full of beautiful writing, photography and patterns.” —Knitty.com\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Kristy is an amazingly talented woman . . . a really nice book.” —KnitCircus.com\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The stunning result is 24 modern designs that are feminine with classic embellishments and minimal finishing. Knit gorgeous cardigans, stylish skirts, and more.” —\u003ci\u003eKnit ’n Style\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Experienced knitters will drool over it.” —DallasNews.com\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STC Craft\/A Melanie Falick Book","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47051379867888,"sku":"9781617690334","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781617690334_p0.jpg?v=1763851649","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781617690334","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}