From the front flap of this 288 page book: This basic, complete selection of over 100 of the very best knitted sweater patterns to appear in 'Woman's Day' magazine explains why knitted sweaters are more popular today than ever before. Meeting every needlework requirement and every vogue in fashion, this wide range of beautiful knitted sweaters, sweater sets and accessories combines all the practical needs of the beginner and expert knitter with every variety of individual style and taste. Here are classic and contemporary sweaters to wear again and again, season after season, with the same pride and delight that come with putting the last stitch into place. The book begins with a full description of knitting equipment, yarns and techniques. All fundamentals are explained in detail - from step-by-step stitch diagrams to finishing methods - and there is an invaluable discussion of expert tips for choosing yarns and reading instructions; gauging patterns; knitting to size; altering knitted garments; caring for hand-knit sweaters, and more. For easy reference, the projects are grouped first into the main sweater categories - Women's, Children's, Men''s, His and Hers - and then subdivided by style. Here at last is an essential, enjoyable book for every knitter - a source of sweater fashions that are soft, comfortable and as wonderful to knit as they are to wear." - from Amzon