When a woman's job and image require a jacket or suit, a beautiful knitted jacket is the perfect fit. In this age of separates, the appeal of wearing a hand-knit jacket is clear -- individual in colour, style, and shape; easy to wear and pack; a memorable mate to a wide range of separates. Whether the inspiration is Armani or Chanel, Jean Frost gives you the confidence that makes knitting a jacket a pleasure. She is a professional: experienced, low-key, efficient. From taking initial measurements to the final finish, she breaks the process into easy steps. Twenty patterns cover a wide range of classic styles and yarn choices. The knitting is in the easy/intermediate range. The details that make the look are integrated into the knitting.

These jackets are real-life knitting for women with real lives.