“I believe that often the simplest designs are the best. That certainly applies to the lacy snowflake pattern used here: it is one of the easiest laces to knit, yet I think that it is one of the prettiest.

In contrast to the over-size shapes that I like for outdoors, I love this little fitted-to-the-waist cardigan with its short sleeves and dainty glass buttons. To avoid ribbed bands that would look too heavy with this delicate design, I have used a soft crochet edging around the neck and down the fronts.” -- Kim Hargreaves