Knitting is the new yoga Why is it so fashionable? it's therapeutic, relaxing, creative, and it looks good Knitwear has been in the doldrums but now no longer. Everyone's doing it, and everyone wants something that has been hand-knitted. Give your mind and outlet to relax and create something beautiful to wear, give as a gift, or pass on as a family heirloom. This fully illustrated technique book includes all you need to know - from basic casting-on techniques, stitching, and understanding patterns, to adding embellishments and embroidery, and professional finishing off your methods. projects include: scarves and shawls, floor cushions, ponchos, baby hat, ski hat, beanie, bag, dogcoat, baby bayette, and chil's sweater.