Which one will you knit first? With 50 patterns for knitted shawls and wraps to choose from, in so many styles, textures, and yarns, choosing your first project will be a welcome challenge. From simple knit-purl designs for beginners to slip-stitch color work designs, doubleknit, brioche, lace, and cables--there are designs to interest every level of knitter. There are so many fabulous designs, this will become your go-to shawl knitting book.

Under the guidance of her grandmother, Marisa Nöldeke cast on her first stitches at the age of five. With great passion, she nowadays knits for her family and herself. Meanwhile, the 37-year-old, who holds a PhD in economic sciences, has turned her hobby into an occupation. In her blog, maschenfein.de, she has been sharing inspiration, tips and tricks around knitting, yarn, and related topics since August 2014.