Dora ohrensteins topdown crochet sweaters has beautiful photographs of the sweaters throughout which makes it visually appealing to crocheters. Whats great about this crochet jumper is the fact that it comes in 9 sizes from xs to 5xl, that means you should be able to find a size that fits. This book includes 14 original designs using the top down technique, which allows crocheters to try the sweater on as they work, adjusting the fit along the way. Corrections in pdf files are usually highlighted in or in bold font. In crochet, what you measure is pretty much what you get, since your stitches arent restricted on needles.
But sometimes patterns that were available for free become paywalled later. About the author dora ohrenstein is a leading crochet designer, author, and teacher. I would also add, because top down sweaters require very little seaming. A lovely book with lots of places to get you started making your own sweaters. Top down crochet sweaters features 14 of dora ohrensteins original designs, with designs for pullovers, cardigans, tunics and vests. Click download or read online button to topdowncrochetsweaters book pdf for free now.
Detailed directions on the top down technique plus valuable tips on choosing yarn and stitch patterns ensure exquisite sweaters with fashionable drape. For this book, we are borrowing some of these concepts and adapting them to the structure of crochet and the styles of today. When its time to knit a new sweater, start at the top. Top down crochet sweaters can be worked seamlessly in the round or flat in pieces. If you have tried top down adult garments and have been disappointed in the look or fit, this book walks you through the steps to achieve a great sweater that you will be proud to wear. If youve always thought of crocheted sweaters as lumpy, heavy, and unflattering, doras book will change your mind in about two minutes flat. I got perfect gauge, the sweater was fun and easy, and turned out exactly like i wanted. Detailed directions on the topdown technique plus valuable tips on choosing yarn and stitch patterns ensure exquisite sweaters with fashionable drape.
Topdown crochet sweaters by dora ohrenstein, published by storey publishing llc, is a comprehensive guide to creating beautiful crocheted sweaters, using the topdown crochet technique, in several different styles. The patterns are more advanced, but the author does give stepbystep instructions for the more unusual stitches. The crochet top down nordic sweater is the perfect crochet sweater for winter. Featured image by joe coca vintage crochet 2016 filet crochet all interweave errata and corrections are listed here for your convenience. This is the first top down raglan style pattern that ive written and weve had so much positive feedback already.
I admire her work, her enthusiasm for crochet, and her desire to help crocheters learn. In doras new book, she has compiled all of her knowledge about crocheting top down sweaters. Dora begins with a discussion about the right yarns to use for top down sweaters with good drape. Topdown crochet sweaters by dora ohrenstein overdrive. The top down sweater technique has been a favorite among knitters for a long time.
Fiber and yarn enthusiasts nationwide will celebrate ann budds latest addition to the knitters handy book series. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read top down crochet sweaters. Mar 23, 2019 a lovely book with lots of places to get you started making your own sweaters. Answering to a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this. The first part is a detailed text about top down garment construction and how to produce a customized fit.
Top down sweaters appeal to me for the same reason as toe up socks you can try on your item as you go. Els topdown sweater free crochet pattern well its been a minute since i had a pattern to share with you all, but im happy to be back with a bang. Sep 25, 2018 this crochet pattern book is filled with all sorts of sweaters, cardigans and tops. All that being said, i do like the book and since ive never done a dropshoulder sweater from the top, i will certainly attempt some of the sweaters in this book. Fabulous patterns with perfect fit kindle edition by ohrenstein, dora. Learn about increases and which you can easily interchange without impacting the intended design.
Download topdowncrochetsweaters ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format. Sep 20, 2016 she is the author of top down crochet sweaters and the crocheters skillbuilding workshop, which is being hailed as a musthave resource by the crochet community. It took me the longest time to get around to ordering top down crochet sweaters by. Bottomup as the name suggests, this type of design is worked from the bottom of the sweater up towards the yoke.
Rainbow dress baby frock free crochet pattern using dkweight yarn. Lisa you have used the wrong needle size to knit your swatch, there is no way it can turn out with that needles size, the gauge needs to be done on a size 10 us needle, the 11 is too big, redo your gauge swatch with the recommended needle, as a new knitter you need to keep in mind that you disregard the recommended needle on a ball band and use the needles recommended in the pattern. Topdown crochet sweaters by dora ohrenstein booktopia. The book focuses on top down seamless construction. Top down this sweater design is worked from the yoke the neck openingcollar area down towards the bottom hem. Making garments from the top down is a favorite knitting technique that allows knitters to test and adjust the fit as they go. Sweaters are the most important musthave accessory for winters and fall season. Visit our crafting together landing page for daily ideas and inspiration as. The perfect beginners top down sweater maria shell. Covert narcissist signs you are dealing with a master manipulatorlisa a romano podcast duration.
Topdown crochet sweaters fabulous patterns with perfect fit. This book includes 14 original designs using the topdown technique, which allows crocheters to try the sweater on as they work, adjusting the fit along the way. The top down approach is perfect to make sure that the patterns will flatter bodies of all shapes. She is the author of top down crochet sweaters and the crocheters skillbuilding workshop, which is being hailed as a musthave resource by the crochet community. Now, thanks to designer dora ohrenstein, crocheters will benefit for the first time from a pattern book featuring the same beloved approach. Ann budd has jumped on the bandwagon with her new book the knitters handy book of top down sweaters, which is written in the same style as her phenomenally popular books the knitters handy book of patterns and the knitters. The topdown approach is perfect to make sure that the patterns will flatter bodies of all shapes. Jul 04, 2012 top down sweaters are all the rage, and for good reason. These 14 patterns are made from the top down, a technique that allows the crocheter to test and adjust the fit as they go. Answering to a growing interest in knitting sweaters from the top down and knitting seamless sweaters that require little finishing, this handy book offers instructions for knitting five basic sweater types.
The first part is a detailed text about top down garment construction and how to. For this book, we are borrowing some of these concepts and adapting them to the structure of crochet and the. Part 1, pages 10 to 55, covers technique and was an absolute revelation. Try the clever top down technique in 15 easy knitandpurl designs keep these versatile sweaters casual with jeans, or dress them up for stylish workday wear knit most projects in the. Topdown crochet sweaters features 14 of dora ohrensteins original. Funny, i hadnt thought about kolika in such a long time. Top down crochet sweaters by dora ohrenstein, published by storey publishing llc, is a comprehensive guide to creating beautiful crocheted sweaters, using the top down crochet technique, in several different styles.
This would be a nice addition to a top down sweater book collection because of the focus on dropshoulder sweaters. The book is called topdown crochet sweaters by dora ohrenstein, published by storey publishing. Topdown crochet sweaters fabulous patterns with perfect fit dora. Dora begins with a discussion about the right yarns to use for top down sweaters. This pattern is available as a free ravelry download. Topdown crochet sweaters is by dora ohrenstein and was published in 2016 by storey publishing. This book is a gem for any crocheter who would like to crochet topdown garments that will fit the intended wearer. Dec 19, 2016 in doras new book, she has compiled all of her knowledge about crocheting topdown sweaters.
Imperative to a successful sweater project, is good yarn choice. The topdown sweater technique has been a favorite among knitters for a long time. Know the basics before you get started and they will help you with all other top down knit sweaters you might work on. Walker in her classic book, knitting from the top, is based on the knitted stockinette stitch and uses a percentage system to determine measurements.
The top down method allows the knitter test the fit of the shoulders, neck, and armholes, before the body and the sleeves are knitted. The topdown method of knitting sweaters promoted by barbara g. Fiber and yarn enthusiasts will celebrate ann budds latest addition to the knitters handy book series. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. But last month, when my interweave show producer, anne merrow, asked me to name the exclusive sweater design for my top down seamless crochet workshop, that lyrical little word just popped. The first part is a detailed text about topdown garment construction and how to produce a customized fit. Top down crochet sweaters are usually worked in the round. Topdown crochet sweaters with dora ohrenstein marly bird. Dora ohrenstein is a leading crochet designer, author, and teacher.
With this collection of comfy, cozy sweaters, you can start at the neck. Fabulous patterns with perfect fit ebook written by dora ohrenstein. The crochet sweater book sylvia cosh, james walters on. The sweater continues to be worked through the bust, waist, and to the hem before fastening off and returning to the skipped stitches to work the sleeves. Jun 10, 20 download nowincludes corrections to pages 177178, 192, and 251 p. Ohrensteins chic and innovative designs appear regularly in interweave crochet, crochet. Nov 02, 2016 latest crochet book that arrived on monday.
These 14 patterns are made from the top down, a technique that allows the. Crochet top down nordic sweater free crochet pattern joy. Jan 29, 2019 top down crochet sweaters dora ohrenstein this is a great book which actually pays homage to the one mentioned above. Top down crochet sweaters dora ohrenstein this is a great book which actually pays homage to the one mentioned above. If you encounter a problem accessing any of the patterns, we urge you to report this. Using a tape measure, gauge isnt the most important information to start with. Dora ohrensteins top down crochet sweaters has beautiful photographs of the sweaters throughout which makes it visually appealing to crocheters.
Your edition of this book may already include some, or all, of these corrections because corrections are made before each reprinting. My favored method, top down, came in a very scraggly third in the poll. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Crochet sweaters have been very popular all around the world with their wide range of designs and styles. Fall and winter season is the perfect time of layering as well as it is also the best time for crocheting and showing off your talent. Previous books include the crocheters skill building handbook storey, the new tunisian crochet interweave, and custom crocheted sweaters. Els topdown sweater free crochet pattern a purpose and. The top down approach is perfect to make sure that the patterns will flatter bodies of all shapes and sizes. These 14 fashionable patterns are sure to flatter bodies of all shapes and sizes. These 14 fashionable patterns are sure to flatter bodies of all. I know that the vast majority of sweater patterns are written to be made from the bottom up. Jan 22, 2020 starting the book off you will find a section of tips and tricks for making top down knit sweaters. This crochet pattern book is filled with all sorts of sweaters, cardigans and tops. Top down crochet sweaters is by dora ohrenstein and was published in 2016 by storey publishing.
And even if i have plenty of yarn, working in one piece from the top down means i can make the sweater as long as i want, without any angst about running out. My sixth book, top down crochet sweaters was published in december 2016. Next she covers techniques such as construction and shaping, measuring gauge and blocking, and of course fit. The top down method of knitting sweaters promoted by barbara g. Nov 03, 2016 i would also add, because top down sweaters require very little seaming. The books publisher, storey publishing, sent me a copy of. So, if you enjoy a project with very little finishing, and fantastic drape, this technique is for you. If you can crochet a square and rectangle, you can make these easytowear designs. Beginning at the neckline, the sweater is worked though the shoulder before stitches are skipped for the armhole.
Clark book no 300 knitting and crochet sweaters for women staple binding 15 pages 1981. With the charts and instructions, this book helps me make any sweater in any size. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading top down crochet sweaters. Sep 20, 2016 if you have tried top down adult garments and have been disappointed in the look or fit, this book walks you through the steps to achieve a great sweater that you will be proud to wear. The knitters handy book of topdown sweaters interweave. This pattern is very simple if you follow it step by step and. Find the knitters handy book of top down sweaters ebook, with bonus. Chain, circle, colorwork, seamless, shells, short sleeve, topdown, vstitch. Special attention is paid to how yarn selection affects drape and fit and how how to adjust patterns to fit your shape.
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