Review: Great reference for knitters and fiber artists!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 17, 2013
A wonderful resource not just for knitters but anyone interested in other fiber arts such as crochet and weaving as well.This book emphasizes sizes and weights of yarns for hand and machine knitting but I believe would also be beneficial to people who crochet or weave.Not only did the book contain information about sizing yarns it provides information about pattern sizing.  Several charts that can be enlarged for better viewing are included in the book.Ms McDonald says "Correct measurements and ease are critical to achieving the perfect knit fit".  She explains how to get correct measurements and exactly what ease is and why it is so critical to the proper fitting of a garment.My favorite chapter was about "grouchy yarns".  I've dealt with a grouchy yarn or two over the years.Ms. McDonald explains how to determine how the yarn you choose will behave when it is knit or how to tell if it will be difficult to knit with.  Ms McDonald gives great tips like, when selecting yarns that will be knitted together, make sure you use care compatible yarns.I also liked the links to recommended resources that she includes at the end of the book.I would recommend this book to more advanced knitters or fiber artists interested in expanding their knowledge in the sizing of yarns, determining international sizing of yarns and garments, and knitting garments that fit well.