There are lots of stylish knitting patterns out there, but sometimes you want to do your own thing. Maybe you've found a yarn that would make a beautiful hat, and all you need are basic directions for shaping. Or maybe you've had your eye on a cute sweater in a store window and know that you can make a better version yourself—if you could only figure out the measurements. This handy guide demystifies all that knitting math and shows you how to knit custom-fitted, one-of-a-kind fashions that express your style. Master patterns for hats, sweaters, scarves, shawls, bags, mittens, vests, and socks lay out the basic construction for each item in a range of sizes; you choose the yarn and decide which modifications and customizations you want to make.Precise master patterns show you all the steps involved in constructing handknitsMaster patterns give instructions for multiple sizes and gaugesA number of shaping, edgings, and stitch patterns accompany each master patternHelpful tips provide additional guidanceTables take the work out of knitting mathStep-by-step instructions accompany each photoColor photos, illustrations, and diagrams demonstrate important concepts