Knitwear design workshop - Shirley Paden-Bernstein

Discover how to create your own dramatic and unique knitwearwith Shirley Paden's new book!Expert knitwear designer Shirley Paden approaches Knitwear Design Workshop as she does her design classes-teaching through example. With her new book, you'll learn all the tricks of the trade for designing with step-by-step instructions for using measurements, calculations, and schematics.Knitwear Design Workshop is your backstage pass to the world of design. Inside you'll discover:
How to design double-tapered, single-tapered, and reverse-tapered garments with sleeves or sleeves caps that fit
Designing with armholes, necklines, neckbands, and collars and labels
A clearer understanding of commercial pattern instructions
Ways to improve your attention to detail with a meaningful test swatch
Stronger knowledge of proper body or garment measurements
How to handle design challenges in a variety of garments such as cardigans, skirts, and dresses
And much more!Perfectly packaged in an easy-to-use hardbound, hidden spiral format, Knitwear Design Workshop is chock full of in-depth information, including measuring a gauge, working silhouette and fit, designing with stitch patterns, selecting color, and yarn characteristics. Also included in this helpful resource are four breathtaking projects-great for both design inspiration and creation! 400 pages.