Vogue Knitting: Holiday 2005

Vogue continues to provide timely fashion patterns, as you would expect from the name. Luckily, timely doesn't necessarily mean time-consuming, or advanced-only either. Two freebie booklets are included in this issue. One is from Lion Brand... the same one I got in the holiday issue of FCEK+C. The other one is from Patons and has several patterns for tops and accessories. Several patterns feature big and bulky yarn, multiple strands and HUGE needles. Add this all up into a fashionable design, and you have a hit that's sure to please with a minimum of time investment. For those looking for something more complex, a selection of aran, fair isle, and slip stitch patterns are included as well. A wide variety of sweaters and coats provide a feast for the eyes. From fine yarn lace toppers, to thick, long coats in a variety of yarns and textures, you're sure to find the perfect compliment for any holiday {or anytime!} outfit.

Special features in this issue:

1. Another casting on/ off technique. This time the "Latvian" method. This makes an interesting edge that wouldn't necessarily need a finish added to it later, such as a row/ round of single crochet.
2. How to make a knitted rose. Now I've always made a dimensional rose in crochet, but never seen one done nicely in knit. Well now you can make one too!
3. Various knit designers were invited to design pillows for this issue. The wide variety of styles and colour should appeal to anyone that likes throw pillows, and maybe even those that don't!