As with cookbooks, I have no intention of adding all my many knitting books to my virtual library, but as this is the most educational one that I own, I think it deserves a recommendation. This book has taught me more about knitting than any other pattern book. I have knitted a variety of the patterns (Celeste, Bijou, Wrenna, Sophie, for starters) and some of them more than once. The best part of the book is that the seamless constructions it offers can be adapted to other patterns. After knitting a few of them, I feel like I have many more possibilities for making up my own sweater designs, or converting patterns I find elsewhere. Knitting from side to side, for example, grafting two halves along the center, turns out for me to be a really enjoyable alternative to the classic "knit a sweater in five parts and seam them all together" model. Same with the stitch motifs used: this book took me beyond mere cables and lace. With simple slip-stitch patterns I learned ways to bring texture to garment beyond the basic ribbing/garter/stockinette choices that many books rely on, and I can use those to add details to other pieces.The patterns are wearable and modern and also highly customizable. The photos are clear and informative, and so are the directions. I'd recommend it to anyone who has the basics of knitting down and is ready to get creative. Seamless sweater construction! While I've yet to knit anything from this book yet, but the instructions are written clearly and succinctly. The illustrations and figures are excellent. Normally, there are only one or two patterns that I like in most pattern books, but I've earmarked several in this one! Lace and unique constructions are highlighted in these Francophone projects. The author's anecdotes make for pleasant reading and complement the projects well!Skill level: Intermediate/Advanced
What do You think about French Girl Knits (2009)?
For those who like to knit, this book has some nice patterns in it. I am going to try a few myself.
—superguz
Many nice designs, and with constructions that minimize seaming they are enjoyable to knit.
—Tianna
What divinely exquisite patterns in the main. None tried, but soon...soon.
—goofymommy1
Need to get this book! It's full of those feminine lacy things I love.
—Sydneeytran
