The Knitter's Sweater Fitting Bible: The Complete Practical Guide to Making Sweaters That Fit Every Body by McBrien Evans, Kim

The Knitter's Sweater Fitting Bible: The Complete Practical Guide to Making Sweaters That Fit Every Body

Sweaters that truly fit - finally within reach. The Knitter's Sweater Fitting Bible is the essential guide...
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Author: Kim McBrien Evans
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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The Knitter's Sweater Fitting Bible: The Complete Practical Guide to Making Sweaters That Fit Every Body by McBrien Evans, Kim

The Knitter's Sweater Fitting Bible: The Complete Practical Guide to Making Sweaters That Fit Every Body

$35.98

The Knitter's Sweater Fitting Bible: The Complete Practical Guide to Making Sweaters That Fit Every Body

$35.98
Author: Kim McBrien Evans
Format: Hardcover
Language: English

Sweaters that truly fit - finally within reach.

The Knitter's Sweater Fitting Bible is the essential guide for knitters who want to create garments that fit beautifully and feel amazing. Whether you're tired of sweaters that ride up, sag, or just don't sit right, this book will walk you through every step of understanding, adjusting, and designing for the perfect fit.

Learn how to take accurate body measurements and decode the language of "fit" in Measuring Matters. Demystify shaping and silhouette in Understanding Ease, and get to grips with smart yarn choices and essential swatching techniques in the Yarn and Fabric chapter.

Build a solid knowledge of sweater construction and then dive into Fixing Fit - a reference-packed chapter full of easy-to-follow, section-by-section pattern alterations for busts, shoulders, sleeves, necklines, and more.

When you're ready to go beyond tweaking existing patterns, turn to The Sweater Style Templates and Design Profiles which explain how to use your measurements to build a personalised sweater using the yarn of your choice..


  • Clear explanations of fit principles, ease, and fabric behavior
  • Inclusive designs with sample profiles for real makers in real bodies
  • The only sweater book you'll need for confidence, creativity, and comfort


Transform how you knit - and how your sweaters fit - for good.



Author: Kim McBrien Evans
Publisher: David & Charles
Published: 08/25/2026
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 10.80h x 8.20w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9781446316139

About the Author

Kimberley McBrien is a knitwear designer, teacher, and the creative force behind Indigodragonfly, a hand-dyed yarn company known for bold color and thoughtful design. A long-time advocate for size inclusivity and garment customization in knitting, Kim brings a deep knowledge of fit, construction, and creative expression to every project she touches.

She is widely respected in the fiber arts community for her technical expertise and engaging teaching style, frequently appearing at major knitting events, festivals, and online learning platforms. Her patterns have been published in leading knitting magazines and books, and she co-authored Custom Shawls for the Curious and Creative Knitter.

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