All of the patterns in Swing Swagger and Shape are inspired by the landscape of Australia, where author Jane Slicer-Smith lives. This inspiration is most apparent in Jane’s choice of colors. You can see the Outback to the Sydney Opera House in her palette. Long dramatic coats and cardigans are well represented in this book. There are many patterns with a swing coat or A line silhouette. Most patterns are very colorful, and use a variety of techniques such as intarsia, mitered squares, basket weave, broken stripes, and patchwork motifs to keep the knitting interesting. Each pattern is knit in at least two color combinations, so it is easy to imagine the garment knit out of your personal favorite colors. Swing Swagger Drape contains patterns for women’s coats, cardigans, pullovers, vests, and hats, as well as a few men’s pullover patterns. 27 patterns—184 pages  | Softcover Retail: $24.95 Item No. 31282