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In the follow-up to her bestselling Hattitude and Cowl Girls, knitwear designer Cathy Carron offers fashion-forward knitters 35 designs for boleros, shrugs, cropped cardis, and short wraps, along with instructions on how to adapt patterns to your own measurements. Carron also includes a brief look at the various forms explored, considers yarn and stitch pattern, gives advice on adjusting for length, and offers ideas for styling short knits. From a ruffled bolero in a “painter's palette” of gorgeous hand-painted yarns to a “short'n sweet” cashmere and silk capelet, these designs are as pleasing to the fingers as they are to the eyes!
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CATHY CARRON
In Hattitude, Cathy Carron
brought you hats to fit your
every mood; in Cowl Girls she
created an almost infinite variety of
infinity scarves, gaiters, and cowls.
Now, in Short Story, Cathy works
her magic with cropped tops. In this
cutting-edge collection, you’ll find
everything from cute cardis, to tiny
Ts, to sexy shrugs, and more,
including:
� Miss Match: Striped on one side,
lace on the other, this stylish crop
tells both sides of the story.
� Block Party: Build a better bolero
out of chunky knitted blocks in
shades of gray.
� Eyelet Candy: Knit in luscious
alpaca and wool, this ruched wrap
punctuated with bands of lace
will satisfy any sweet tooth.
� Snow Wonder: Step into a wintry
wonderland when you wear this
cozy topper adorned with ribbons,
bobbles, and lace.
� Bohemian Wrapsody: This
free-spirited hooded poncho puts
the “hip” in hippy.
Every one of these 35 original
designs is the cream of the cropped!
$19.95 U.S.$23.95 CAN
shortstory
chic
kn
itsfor
layerin
gcath
ycarron
sixthandspringbooks.comPRINTED IN CHINA
Photography by Rose Callahan
Cathy Carron is one of the most
popular and prolific knitwear
designers today. Her designs have
appeared in Vogue® Knitting, Knit
Simple, Interweave Knits, and
Knitscenemagazines. She is the
author of the bestsellers Hattitude,
Cowl Girls, Hip Knit Hats, and
Knitting Sweaters From the Top
Down. Cathy lives in New York City
with her husband and two daughters.
Praise for Cowl Girls andHattitude by Cathy Carron:
“Filled with photos and visual cues
about how-to-wear, Cowl Girls canbe used literally as a pattern book or
stashed as an idea resource from
which to improvise your own collection
of totally tubular accessories.”
—Vogue Knitting
“Knitters who are already fans of
the cowl concept are sure to enjoy
Cathy Carron’s Cowl Girls, and thosewho haven’t jumped on the balaclava
bandwagon will likely become
converts to the cowl cause after a
quick flip through this book.”
—About.com
“[In Hattitude] Cathy Carrongives us 40 women’s hat patterns that
will fly off of your needles. She
approaches hats like a chocolatier with
the understanding that simple
changes to a good base can create
astonishing variety...”
—Knitty.com
cathycarron
Long story short, croppedsweaters are the hottestdesigns on the runway and onthe needles. Never content toknit by the book, Cathy Carrontakes basic shapes—cardis,cropped pullovers, shrugs,and more—and creates novelideas that speak volumes.
shortstory35 chic knits for layering
Crafts � Knitting
ISBN 978-1-936096-459
9 781936 096459
5 1 9 9 5
$19.95 U.S.$23.95 CAN
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CATHY CARRON
shortstorychic knits for layering
NEW YORK
Editorial DirectorJOY AQUILINO
Senior EditorMICHELLE BREDESON
Yarn EditorRENEE LORION
Instructions EditorsPAT HARSTEBARBARA KHOURI
Instructions ProofreadersCHARLOTTE PARRYJUDITH SLOAN
Copy EditorLISA SILVERMAN
Technical IllustrationsULI MONCH
PhotographyROSE CALLAHAN
Stylist & Bookings ManagerSARAH LIEBOWITZ
Hair and MakeupELENA LYAKIR
Vice President, PublisherTRISHA MALCOLM
Creative DirectorJOE VIOR
Production ManagerDAVID JOINNIDES
PresidentART JOINNIDES
Copyright © 2012 by Cathy CarronAll rights reserved. No part of this publication maybe reproduced or used in any form or by any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopy-ing, recording, or information storage-and-retrievalsystems—without written permission of the publisher.
The written instructions, photographs, designs, projectsand patterns are intended for the personal, noncommercialuse of the retail purchaser and are under federal copy-right laws; they are not to be reproduced in any form forcommercial use. Permission is granted to photocopypatterns for the personal use of the retail purchaser.
Library of Congress Control Number: 2012937689ISBN: 978-1-936096-45-9
Manufactured in China
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First Edition
acknowledgments
Short Story is the third book in what is turning out to be
a series. The process gets easier each time because the
team at Sixth&Spring Books works as a finely tuned
machine under the guidance of publisher Trisha
Malcolm. The gears that make my world work there are
Renée Lorion, once yarn master, now technical advisor,
and my editor, Michelle Bredeson, whose forbearance
during my wackier moments is noted and much
appreciated. Not to be forgotten are the people who take
my work and make visual magic: Joe Vior, the creative
director, and stylist Sarah Liebowitz. Technical editors
Pat Harste, Barbara Khouri, Judy Sloan, and Charlotte
Parry ensured that the instructions are error free and
easy to follow. Kudos to you all!
Except for the yarn credits in the back of each book, I have
never explicitly thanked the folks at the yarn companies
who’ve kindly supplied all the yummy fibers for this and
my earlier books. It’s understood that yarn companies
work with designers to get exposure for their products.
However, the grace and speed with which the stuff comes
through the door is much appreciated. I’d especially like to
call out Tricia Anderson of Tanglewood Fiber Creations in
Oregon. Trish makes extraordinary yarns, and is also one
of the most personable and enthusiastic people in the
business. Another shout-out goes to Eugene Wyatt of
Catskill Merino Sheep Farm. I inadvertently stumbled upon
Eugene’s yarn while rushing through the Union Square
Greenmarket in New York City. I grabbed his card and
made a point of contacting him, because he makes amazing
yarns, and because I am a strong proponent of the locally
grown movement. To him, and to all the yarn makers who
contributed to this book, I am grateful.
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contents
18 tie one on Tie-Front Cardi
14 out of the blue Wide-Collar Ribbed Pullover
10 brief encounter: AQuick Look at Short Tops
8 introduction: Short Is Sweet
22 grecian turn CuffedWrap
26 merry go round Striped Pullover
30 missmatch Stripes & Lace Crop Top
34 coco chenille Faux Tweed Pullover
38 painter’s palette Ruffled Bolero
42 going green Shawl-Collar Crop Top
46 tee time Striped Cropped T-shirt
50 a cute angle Ribbed Poncho
54 iron lady Bobbled Bolero
58 at first blush Cashmere Shrug
62 all tucked in Tucked-Hem Crop Top
66 hyacinth bouclé Bouclé Bolero
70 block party Patchwork Bolero
74 spring fling Two-Tone Pullover
78 short ’n’ sweet Cowlneck Capelet
82 belle curve Button-Front Cardi
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86 in the pink Basketweave Bolero
90 high contrast Brioche-Stitch Poncho
94 cream of the crop Wrap-Front Shrug
98 bohemianwrapsody Hooded Poncho
102 silver lining Crop Top & Cowl Set
106 criss crop Lattice Cable Crop Top
110 bold & beautiful Bulky Fair Isle Shrug
114 snowwonder Bobbled Pullover
118 eyelet candy RuchedWrap
122 crème de la crème Drop-Stitch Poncho &ArmWarmers
126 blue by you Striped Lace Pullover
130 luxe life Lacy Capelet
134 take a ribbing Ribbed Cowlneck Pullover
138 swing time Horizontal Rib Cardi
142 shawl we dance? Shawl-Collar Poncho
146 café con leche Drop-Stitch Crop Top
150 mo’ better blues Scarf-Front Shrug
157 abbreviations & techniques
159 resources
160 index
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Short Is Sweet
introduction
After designing hats for heads (Hattitude) and cowls for
necks (Cowl Girls), it just seemed logical to work my way
down to covers for shoulders, hence the focus for Short
Story. Aside from the logical progression, there were
many other reasons this type of collection appealed to me.
First off, I really like to have my neck and shoulders
protected no matter the season. Of course, during colder
weather there’s always that need for a little extra
something, whether I’m inside or out. While padding
around our house in the hills, I don’t always want to carry
around the bulk of a full sweater, so I’ll toss on an extra
little capelet or cropped top to protect me from drafts.
Even in warm weather, I’m apt to wrap unless it’s truly
sauna-like outside. Summer nights in northwestern
Connecticut can be chilly. And the ubiquity of air
conditioning necessitates keeping some kind of shoulder
covering on hand; while shopping during warmer months
or in warmer climes, I often feel as if I am walking into
a refrigerator rather than a store! Short tops and
sweaters are just the thing.
Another appeal of short tops is their versatility. The
opportunities for creative variations in shape, stitch
patterns, and fiber are endless. As you’ll see in the photos
throughout this book, there is an almost infinite number
of ways to style these abbreviated delights. And finally,
short is sweet in both time and money: Smaller projects
cost less and take less time, so instant gratification is just
around the corner. Because fit is not critical for a number
of projects, such as the ponchos, they would make ideal
gifts. Of course the sweetest gift is often the one you give
yourself, so pick your favorite and start knitting!
shortstory 9
miss matchStripes on one side and a lacy
texture on the other create a top thattells both sides of the story.
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belle curveThe unusual construction of this lovely cardi creates
an arched front and a gently curved back.
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shawlwe dance?You’ll be the belle of the ball any way
you wear this versatile wrap.
café con lecheA two-toned neutral palette and a richly textured stitch pattern
create a delicious look for any fashion taste.
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chic knits for layering
shor
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ry
chic knits for layering
CATHY CARRON
In Hattitude, Cathy Carron
brought you hats to fit your
every mood; in Cowl Girls she
created an almost infinite variety of
infinity scarves, gaiters, and cowls.
Now, in Short Story, Cathy works
her magic with cropped tops. In this
cutting-edge collection, you’ll find
everything from cute cardis, to tiny
Ts, to sexy shrugs, and more,
including:
� Miss Match: Striped on one side,
lace on the other, this stylish crop
tells both sides of the story.
� Block Party: Build a better bolero
out of chunky knitted blocks in
shades of gray.
� Eyelet Candy: Knit in luscious
alpaca and wool, this ruched wrap
punctuated with bands of lace
will satisfy any sweet tooth.
� Snow Wonder: Step into a wintry
wonderland when you wear this
cozy topper adorned with ribbons,
bobbles, and lace.
� Bohemian Wrapsody: This
free-spirited hooded poncho puts
the “hip” in hippy.
Every one of these 35 original
designs is the cream of the cropped!
$19.95 U.S.$23.95 CAN
shortstory
chic
kn
itsfor
layerin
gcath
ycarron
sixthandspringbooks.comPRINTED IN CHINA
Photography by Rose Callahan
Cathy Carron is one of the most
popular and prolific knitwear
designers today. Her designs have
appeared in Vogue® Knitting, Knit
Simple, Interweave Knits, and
Knitscenemagazines. She is the
author of the bestsellers Hattitude,
Cowl Girls, Hip Knit Hats, and
Knitting Sweaters From the Top
Down. Cathy lives in New York City
with her husband and two daughters.
Praise for Cowl Girls andHattitude by Cathy Carron:
“Filled with photos and visual cues
about how-to-wear, Cowl Girls canbe used literally as a pattern book or
stashed as an idea resource from
which to improvise your own collection
of totally tubular accessories.”
—Vogue Knitting
“Knitters who are already fans of
the cowl concept are sure to enjoy
Cathy Carron’s Cowl Girls, and thosewho haven’t jumped on the balaclava
bandwagon will likely become
converts to the cowl cause after a
quick flip through this book.”
—About.com
“[In Hattitude] Cathy Carrongives us 40 women’s hat patterns that
will fly off of your needles. She
approaches hats like a chocolatier with
the understanding that simple
changes to a good base can create
astonishing variety...”
—Knitty.com
cathycarron
Long story short, croppedsweaters are the hottestdesigns on the runway and onthe needles. Never content toknit by the book, Cathy Carrontakes basic shapes—cardis,cropped pullovers, shrugs,and more—and creates novelideas that speak volumes.
shortstory35 chic knits for layering
Crafts � Knitting
ISBN 978-1-936096-459
9 781936 096459
5 1 9 9 5
$19.95 U.S.$23.95 CAN
SHORT STORY_cover _FINAL:Layout 1 5/15/12 12:00 PM Page 1
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