Knitwear and crochet designer Annie Modesitt's designs regularly appear in magazines such as Interweave Knits, Vogue Knitting, Knitter's Magazine, and Cast On. She also sells her patterns through Ravelry and her website www.anniemodesitt.com. Annie teaches knitting and crochet classes around the country, and also offers online classes at www.knittingheretic.com. She is the co-owner of ModeKnit Yarn, a line of hand-dyed yarns and yarn kits. She is the author of numerous books. She lives in St. Paul, Minnesota.

This book is full of 24 stylish designs that include boleros, capes, shrugs & crop tops. Annie has created this book so that you can create moderate to small projects that you will be able to use and look good in. They are designed to be a quicker knit than saying knitted a sweater but more substantial than just making a hat. There are however some patterns that include matching accessories such as a hat or gauntlets. The main patterns are in written format but charts are also supplied for repeating patterns. There are also size guides to help you make a correct fitting garment. Where Annie has used a different technique such as triple twist drop stitch, she provides you with instructions and clear pictures to help you complete the stitch. Each of the designs are in multiple sizes and they are also designed so they are easier to re-size to what you require. The patterns are varied and are for different levels of knitter. There are patterns such as the basketweave bolero that are at an easy level and use basic stitches to create the unique look. Different techniques are used in the book to create the designs, such as entrelac. Annie uses different yarns to create different looks to each of the garments as well as the changes in stitches and shapes. There are the most amazing designs that have a real Downton Abbey look like the The Lace Cuff Shrug. Annie's use of colours is fantastic. Her stained glass circular jacket is spectacular and her Strasbourg Cape is beautiful. As a beginner knitter I'm going to stick to the easy patterns but once my confidence is better I am going to work my way through the book. A special book with the most gorgeous patterns!