This contemporary collection of wraps showcases the work of 18 knitwear designers that include Lily Chin, Nicky Epstein, and Jo Sharp. The designs for these ponchos, capes, stoles, and capelets vary from simple to challenging and explore shape and silhouette possibilities in a host of techniques, including stitch patterns, color work, lace, beads, crochet, and felt. A glossary is provided, containing all the information necessary for even a novice knitter to successfully create one-of-a-kind fashions. The book also includes an in-depth section on designing and embellishing, making it a companion for future creativity. All knitters and crocheters, from the most demanding to those just embarking upon larger projects, will be inspired by these stylish designs that stretch the definition of a poncho.

Pam Allen is the editor in chief of Interweave Knits and the author of Knitting for Dummies and Scarf Style. Her designs have been published in many magazines and were featured in Knitting in America. She lives in Dover, New Hampshire. Ann Budd is a senior editor of Interweave Knits magazine and the author of The Knitter's Handy Book of Patterns and The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns. In 2000 she received the Master Knitter certificate from the Knitting Guild of America. She lives in Boulder, Colorado.