TY - BOOK AU - Wehrle,Melissa TI - Metropolitan knits: chic designs for urban style SN - 1596687789 (pbk.) PY - 2013/// CY - Loveland, CO PB - Interweave Press KW - Knitting KW - Patterns N1 - Includes index; 1. Heart of the city. Opera mitts ; Uptown scarf ; Museum sweater ; Le Cirque cowlneck sweater ; Meier cardigan ; Open air pullover ; Skyline tunic -- 2. Urban Bohemia. Bleecker Street cardigan ; Magnolia Cafe cardigan ; Washington Square cardigan ; Washington Square hat ; Union Square cowl -- 3. City gardens. Cobblestone hoodie ; Atrium cardigan ; Brooklyn Bridge cardigan ; Sunday henley ; Carriage house cardigan ; Secret garden tank ; Grand Army shawl ; Courtyard pullover N2 - "Big city. Big style. Discover knitting that's fashionable yet timeless. Knit for uptown or downtown with a trend-setting New York City designer. With these 20 polished, sophisticated projects, knitwear designer Melissa Wehrle has created a collection that perfectly reflects the rhythm, flavor, and drama of city life. From a chunky cabled sweater and hat to a beautiful tunic and gossamer cardigan, Melissa's designs are beautifully shaped, expertly finished, and ready to be shown off on the street. They feature a variety of construction and finishing techniques, including knit-in pockets, tabs, button details, slip-stitch edgings, and small slits and pleats. Projects are divided along three themes: Heart of the City- Designed for those who enjoy sleek midtown in mind. Urban Bohemia- The downtown bohemian goddess will love these looks. City Gardens- Made to inspire a sense of tranquility. These three looks balance out a complete picture of the modern woman. What more could a city knitter need?"-- ER -