Andean Inspired Knits

By Helen Hamann.

Designs in Luxurious Alpaca.

Helen creates a modern collection of knitwear designs, all in soft alpaca, a fiber that boasts unique luster, warmth, and durability. Skilled knitters will love these exciting patterns that incorporate geometric forms and unique silhouettes. Knitters wanting new techniques and challenging designs will find Helen's fresh approach to form and fir inviting.

Techniques include short-rows, miteres corners, intarsia, fair isle, and embroidery. Gorgeous photographs, clear step-by step instructions, and illustrations guide the knitter through each project.

Paperback, 138 pages, published January 2006.