Vintage design workshop
Subtitle: knitting techniques for modern style
By: Geraldine Warner
Publisher: Interweave Press
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Loveland, CO
Language: eng
Number of pages: 175
ISBN-13: 9781596688391
Subjects: Patterns; Knitting; Clothing and dress measurements; CRAFTS & HOBBIES / Needlework / Knitting
Description: "Unique in its dual approach, Vintage Design Workshop offers two ways for knitters to create vintage-styled projects: by updating any vintage pattern to suit modern sizes and yarns, and by customizing modern patterns to take on a vintage look. As most knitters know, the internet is a huge and ready resource for free or highly affordable vintage knitting patterns. However, these easily available vintage patterns are usually in one size only and unfortunately not all of us have the 34" bust and tiny wasp waist silhouettes that epitomize many vintage styles. Instead of simply offering a smattering of updated patterns, Vintage Design Workshop goes one step further and proves how simple it is to update patterns yourself.  Divided into two sections, the book first shows the reader how to translate and alter sizes from vintage patterns and gives advice on choosing substitutes for yarns that are out of production. The second section uniquely demonstrates how to adapt modern patterns to create a vintage silhouette, learning how to mix and match sleeves, necklines, or collars to the item of your choice. While this is not a pattern book, the author will use one vintage pattern throughout as separate tutorials on yarn substitution, sizing and gauge, deciding on alterations, adjusting shaping and length, and adding or altering details. "--

"2 guides in one: how to adapt and knit ANY vintage pattern, and how to add retro/vintage elements to modern patterns"--
Table of contents: title: Machine generated contents note: Introduction; title: Introductory basics; title: How to use this book; title: Why knit vintage?; title: A brief history of 20th century knitting fashions and shapes; title: Abbreviations; title: Needle sizes and needle conversion chart; title: Equipment; title: Section 1: Updating vintage patterns; title: Chapter 1: Preparation; title: Finding and assessing your pattern; title: Gauge swatching and tension; title: Taking your measurements; title: Deconstruct to reconstruct; title: Chapter 2: Substituting yarns; title: Background to vintage yarns; title: Finding yarn to suit your pattern; title: Calculating yardage and weight; title: Colors; title: Chapter 3: Adjusting vintage sizes; title: Adjusting widths; title: Adjusting lengths; title: Adjusting armholes and sleeves; title: Adjusting shoulders; title: Adjusting necklines; title: Working with fair isles and stitch patterns; title: Section 2: Retro-Styling Modern Patterns; title: Chapter 4: Adjusting sizes; title: Finding and assessing your pattern; title: Adjustment considerations; title: Shaping your garment; title: Adding darts; title: Adjusting volume and ease; title: Shortening and lengthening sleeves; title: Chapter 5: Patterns for vintage elements; title: Sleeves; title: Collars and necklines; title: Pleats; title: Cuffs; title: Vintage stitch patterns; title: Fair isle motifs and embroidery; title: Contrasting edges and crochet trims; title: Hemlines and button bands; title: Chapter 6: Adding elements to existing patterns; title: Choosing your bodice; title: Matching sleeves to a bodice; title: Adding shoulder pads to sleeves; title: Matching collars to a bodice; title: Sourcing and adding buttons; title: Tips for finishing; title: Troubleshooting; title: Useful resources; title: Glossary of terms; title: Index; title: Acknowledgments.