Knitting Daily Offers eBook of 7 Free Knitting Patterns for Men

Oct. 27, 2009 - PRLog -- Knitting Daily is pleased to announce the launch of a new free eBook of men’s patterns— Knitting Daily presents: 7 FREE Knitting Patterns for Men. The eBook is the result of a Knitting Daily survey of its readers last year, in which the website asked its male readers (and partners and family of female readers) to answer questions about the perfect men’s sweater.

Male readers at KnittingDaily.com responded, "The Perfect Men's Sweater is a long-sleeved pullover (80%), without a hood (64%). It is dark in color (90%), preferably solid blue (82%). It has minimal texture (68%), although something subtle, such as a bit of ribbing, is acceptable (58%).

Cables were a popular second option (46%). Second choice color was black (76%), followed by brown (72%). Charcoal grey was a big write-in winner. Heathers and tweeds had very respectable followings, as did forest green.”

After hearing from the men about their sweater preferences, Knitting Daily contributing editor Sandi Wiseheart set out to bring together seven patterns in this new eBook to meet their masculine criteria. You won't find any Christmas Sweater nightmares here!

Knitting for men has come a long way since humble beginnings with Arabian merchants and sailors. In fact, when the first knitting trade guild was formed in Paris, knitting was considered a male-only occupation. These days knitting is shared and enjoyed by both men and women.

The experts at Knitting Daily are pleased to offer for readers this collection of knitting patterns for men that has something for everyone. The patterns include:

Men's Knit Sweater, Pattern #1: The Old Way Gansey by Ann Budd is a comfortable, drop-shoulder pullover designed with traditional motifs. This sweater blends the best of old and new styling.

Men's Knit Sweater, Pattern #2: Kate Kuckro's Charcoal Ribbed Cardigan incorporates saddle shoulders, vertical ribs, and a narrow shawl collar.

Men's Knit Scarf, Pattern #3: The interplay of horizontal and vertical ribs in Ann Budd's Basketweave Scarf produce an undulating, curved effect that adds complicated texture to a relatively simple stitch pattern.

Men's Knit Sweater, Pattern #4: Rhapsody in Tweed is a mock turtleneck by Kathy Zimmerman. It's a fabulous design full of Kathy's trademark cables—combining wide and narrow open cables with mini-cable ribs for a truly musical composition. Play with the rustic tweed yarn and reverse stockinette-stitch background to create a rhythmic pattern throughout this men's sweater knitting pattern.

Men's Knit Sweater, Pattern #5: Earth tones blended with warm red tones make this men's Striped Pullover pattern by Norah Gaughan perfect for fall. Plus, the simple slip-stitch pattern makes for easy two-color knitting.

Men's Fingerless Gloves, Pattern #6: Sandi Wiseheart's Nicholas's Fingerless Gloves will keep the fingers warm while the wearer goes about his business—whether knitting, texting, raking leaves, or walking the dog. Knit in soft alpaca using a cable-stockinette pattern, these fingerless gloves for men are perfect fall or winter.

Men's Knit Sweater, Pattern #7: Finally, The Woven Band Pullover by Hana Jason may be the closest sweater in the collection to meeting readers’ criteria for “The Perfect Men’s Sweater.” This design is simple and stylish—and surprisingly one of the easiest to knit. The designer slips stitches all the way up the sleeves of this pullover, and works this knit sweater pattern in one piece from cuff to cuff. Try this pullover in many colors for every look from relaxed weekend to business casual.

Inside the eBook knitters will find visual tutorials and detailed instruction for each men's knitting pattern. From beginner to experienced, each of these free knitting patterns for men can be both a delight and challenge. This collection of knitting patterns for men has something for everyone.

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