Give a stylish finish to your knitted garments and accessories with this essential compendium of knitting know-how. Over 200 tips, techniques, and secrets are explained and illustrated with clear step-by step photographs and diagrams. Discover how to read patterns and charts; choose colors, yarns; mix and match patterns; and adapt designs for the perfect fit. All stitches are clearly demonstrated, from stockinette stitch and ribbing to lace, Fair Isle, cables and intarsia work. Explains all the techniques you’ll need, in the order you’ll need them, from casting on and joining in yarns to shaping, adding button holes, pockets and embellishments.