VOGUE KNITTING INTERNATIONAL
Spring/Summer 1990
112 pages
* Master Knitters of the '90s *
* Designer Update: Perry Ellis * DKNY * Calvin Klein *
* The Sporting Life ... 12 Active Knits *
This issue of Vogue Knitting International contains 29 designer patterns, including 12 sportswear patterns for active and spectator wear and a mosaic basketweave pullover by Lily Chin. The five cross-cultural designs include a colorful ripple stitch pullover with long applied fringe and a lovely and unique red peasant blouse with an embroidered paisley panel touched with gold metallic thread. Also see the beautiful Shetland lace pullover by Donna Karan. Designers in this issue include Mari Lynn Civelek, Nancy Cassels, Stephanie Gildersleeve, Norah Gaughan, Anne Mieke, Laurie Macmillan, Geney Sender Levin, Regina Stenberg, Julia Paterson, Mary Jane Protus, Kirsten Scarcelli, Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs for Perry Ellis, Sheila Abrams, and Elsie Faulconer. Many designs are oversized and suitable for larger sizes.
FASHION:
* The Sporting Life – knits in top form get a jump on the season with clean-lined active and spectator looks … from morning golf to tea-time croquet to sheer evening allure … they’re spirited looks with a playful attitude.
* The Textural Trio – one sweater pattern reveals a multiple personality, for men and women … three different yarns create surface interest in three decidedly different looks.
* Cross Cultures – native and foreign influences on a cultural exchange of exotic patterns, spicy colors and individualistic flair … this year’s best novelty yarns add innovative color and texture.
* Designer Ease – America’s most popular sportswear designers deliver signature looks of contemporary ease … the mood is relaxed, in the refined patterns of Donna Karan’s DKNY line … in our exclusive classics by Calvin Klein … in exuberant stylings by Marc Jacobs for Perry Ellis.
* Nature’s Field – the natural appeal of neutrals and desert pales combine in eyelet, lace and intarsia knits with an airy, lighthearted look to take you gracefully through summer.
FEATURES:
* Knitted Hems – Elizabeth Zimmermann demonstrates her classic touch for finishing edges and provides easy ways to avoid the familiar pitfalls of unwanted flaring and dimpling.
* How-To Technicalities: Knitted Lace Trim – Mari Lynn Civelek provides five simple patterns for decorative edges.
* Master Knitters of the ‘90s – John Birmingham interviews Meg Swansen, daughter of Elizabeth Zimmerman.
* Knitting by Machine: Adapting Patterns – Pat Moore offers a guide for adapting handknit patterns to machine.
* How-to Technicalities: Knitting Terms – Part 2 of Joni Coniglio’s article on understanding knitting terminology, from “R” through “Z.” (Part 1 is found in VK Winter Special 1989-90.)
* Stitch Glossary: Yarn Over Stitches (Slip Stitch Mesh, Scalloped Shell, Peruvian Lace, and Daisy Chain).
Very good condition, clean and solid, no markings, torn or missing pages.
