Son of a Stitch 'n Bitch Knitting for Men 45 Projects to Knit and Crochet for Men

Debbie Stoller knows that at least half the projects women knit are intended for the men in their lives. She also knows that knitting for a boyfriend or husband or father is full of pitfalls. The answer __Son of Stitch 'N Bitch__, the hip, smart knitter's guide to knitting for men. A "knitting superstar" (__San Francisco Chronicle__) and author of the __New York Times__ bestselling __Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook__ and other __Stitch 'N Bitch__ books, Debbie Stoller combines fashion savvy with uncommon knitting sense. Here's how to get the right sweater measurement (because size __definitely__ matters)—and why never to bring him along to pick out the yarn. Why "what's your favorite color" is a dangerous question—and how you can't go wrong with luxury yarns for even the most rugged of boyfriends. Best of all, here are 45 edgy, hipster patterns that are guy-vetted and approved, many designed by male master-knitters or women with men as design partners. Here's the Night & Day double-sided Brooklyn Bridge scarf. The Biker Boy sweater with a patch on the shoulder to protect against messenger bag wear and tear. Lucky Socks—think rat pack at the casino. Skull Isle Cap & Mitts. The Ernie sweater. Hangover Helpers—stuffed plush "beermeister" and "whiskey bottle" pillows. The Retropolitan Cardigan, with a geek-chic take on Mr. Rogers. Plus Man Hands (fingerless gloves), a Hackie Sack Hoodie, Pinup Girl Illusion scarf (oh, behave!), and more. Debbie Stoller knows that at least half the projects women knit are intended for the men in their lives. She also knows that knitting for a boyfriend or husband or father is full of pitfalls. The answer "Son of Stitch 'N Bitch," the hip, smart knitter's guide to knitting for men. A "knitting superstar" ("San Francisco Chronicle") and author of the "New York Times" bestselling "Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook" and other "Stitch 'N Bitch" books, Debbie Stoller combines fashion savvy with uncommon knitting sense. Here's how to get the right sweater measurement (because size "definitely" matters)--and why never to bring him along to pick out the yarn. Why "what's your favorite color" is a dangerous question--and how you can't go wrong with luxury yarns for even the most rugged of boyfriends. Best of all, here are 45 edgy, hipster patterns that are guy-vetted and approved, many designed by male master-knitters or women with men as design partners. Here's the Night & Day double-sided Brooklyn Bridge scarf. The Biker Boy sweater with a patch on the shoulder to protect against messenger bag wear and tear. Lucky Socks--think rat pack at the casino. Skull Isle Cap & Mitts. The Ernie sweater. Hangover Helpers--stuffed plush "beermeister" and "whiskey bottle" pillows. The Retropolitan Cardigan, with a geek-chic take on Mr. Rogers. Plus Man Hands (fingerless gloves), a Hackie Sack Hoodie, Pinup Girl Illusion scarf (oh, behave ), and more. Errata Link: (http://www.knithappens.com/content/view/22/36/) http://www.knithappens.com/content/vi... Debbie Stoller knows that at least half the projects women knit are intended for the men in their lives. She also knows that knitting for a boyfriend or husband or father is full of pitfalls. The answer Son of Stitch 'N Bitch, the hip, smart knitter's guide to knitting for men. A "knitting superstar" (San Francisco Chronicle) and author of the New York Times bestselling Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook and other Stitch 'N Bitch books, Debbie Stoller combines fashion savvy with uncommon knitting sense. Here's how to get the right sweater measurement (because size definitely matters){u2014}and why never to bring him along to pick out the yarn. Why "what's your favorite color" is a dangerous question{u2014}and how you can't go wrong with luxury yarns for even the most rugged of boyfriends. Best of all, here are 45 edgy, hipster patterns that are guy-vetted and approved, many designed by male master-knitters or women with men as design partners. Here's the Night & Day double-sided Brooklyn Bridge scarf. The Biker Boy sweater with a patch on the shoulder to protect against messenger bag wear and tear. Lucky Socks{u2014}think rat pack at the casino. Skull Isle Cap & Mitts. The Ernie sweater. Hangover Helpers{u2014}stuffed plush "beermeister" and "whiskey bottle" pillows. The Retropolitan Cardigan, with a geek-chic take on Mr. Rogers. Plus Man Hands (fingerless gloves), a Hackie Sack Hoodie, Pinup Girl Illusion scarf (oh, behave!), and more Debbie Stoller knows that at least half the projects women knit are intended for the men in their lives. She also knows that knitting for a boyfriend or husband or father is full of pitfalls. The answer Son of Stitch 'N Bitch , the hip, smart knitter's guide to knitting for men. A "knitting superstar" ( San Francisco Chronicle ) and author of the New York Times bestselling Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook and other Stitch 'N Bitch books, Debbie Stoller combines fashion savvy with uncommon knitting sense. Here's how to get the right sweater measurement (because size definitely matters)#8212;and why never to bring him along to pick out the yarn. Why "what's your favorite color" is a dangerous question#8212;and how you can't go wrong with luxury yarns for even the most rugged of boyfriends. Best of all, here are 45 edgy, hipster patterns that are guy-vetted and approved, many designed by male master-knitters or women with men as design partners. Here's the Night Day double-sided Brooklyn Bridge scarf. The Biker Boy sweater with a patch on the shoulder to protect against messenger bag wear and tear. Lucky Socks#8212;think rat pack at the casino. Skull Isle Cap Mitts. The Ernie sweater. Hangover Helpers#8212;stuffed plush "beermeister" and "whiskey bottle" pillows. The Retropolitan Cardigan, with a geek-chic take on Mr. Rogers. Plus Man Hands (fingerless gloves), a Hackie Sack Hoodie, Pinup Girl Illusion scarf (oh, behave!), and more Presents Knitting And Crochet Patterns For Men's Clothing, Including Scarves, Hats, Mittens, Gloves, Sweaters, And Vests. Pt. I. I Know What Boys Like : Knitting For Men -- Pt. Ii. The Patterns (pattern Recognition -- Knit And Crochet Abbreviations) -- Scarves, Hats, Mittens (skull Isle Hat And Mittens -- Lidsville -- Uncle Argyle Scarves -- Celtic Beanie -- Brooklyn Bridge Scarf -- Half-pipe Hat -- Antlers Scarf -- Ski Beanie -- Naughty/nice Scarf -- Beer Gloves -- Swelligant Scarf -- Roll-ups) -- Sweaters And Vests (cable Guy -- Cobra -- Mr. Stripey -- Pub Crawler -- Love -- Blueprint -- Anchors Aweigh -- Smokin' -- Mixology -- High-top Hoodie -- High Fidelity -- Biker Boy -- Hacky Sack Hoodie -- Ernie Sweater -- Retropolitan Cardigan -- Checks & Balances -- Gatsby -- Speed Racer) -- Socks And Accessories (hangover Helpers -- Look Sharp Socks -- Dj Bag -- Treads -- Tubey -- Wheel On Fire -- Lucky Socks -- Tie Me Up, Tie Me Down -- Deady Bear -- Lucha Libre). Debbie Stoller ; Fashion Photography By Anna Wolf ; Illustrations By Adrienne Yan. Includes Index. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 210) And Index. Son of a Stitch 'n Bitch is everything you need to know to knit and crochet for the men and boys in your life - from what men will and won't wear, body types and fit issues, choosing colours and fibres and texture, to how to adjust and adapt patterns for men. The 45 projects have a hip, contemporary urban feel - they are vetted by guys and are things that men will actually wear. This is the book that will put and end to the curse of the boyfriend sweater