SussDesign Essentialsis a fantastic collection of designs for the modern knitter who has an eye for style. Suss Cousins has pulled together 30 patterns from her incredible high-fashion collection of runway favorites: knits that reflect her impeccable taste and superstar status. The pieces featured in these pages are the most popular, the most flattering, and the most wearable of all the fabulous designs from Suss's 10 years in fashion knitwear. Inspired by unique, lush yarns, a rich variety of stitches, and exquisite details to keep the knitting interesting, these patterns will quickly become your favorites, with items that will take you seamlessly from day into night. These are the mainstays of your wardrobe that you will reach for time and againthe Sleeveless Turtleneck Dress in soft aqua and dark taupe; the Dolman Sleeve Open-Neck Pullover with a sideways stitch in cantaloupe-and-chili-pepper yarn; the Ruffled Bolero in a lace-knit pattern; and the futuristic and clean Asymmetrical Buttoned Sweater. Suss Cousins's Hollywood clientele have made her the go-to girl for luxurious knits. Now Suss gives you everything you need to make your own stylish knitwear, from sweaters and vests to dresses, coats, scarves, and hats. Suss's trademark sophistication is yours for the knitting.

SUSS COUSINS grew up in Sweden, where her grandmother taught her to knit. Suss opened her first boutique on LA’s Beverly Boulevard in 1995. Her line of women’s wear, called Suss Design, is carried in national retailers such as Bergdorf’s, Nordstrom, Barneys, Saks, Neiman Marcus, Anthropologie, and Bloomingdale’s. She launched a line of luxurious yarns in 2006. Suss, her clothing, and boutiques have appeared in publications including Cosmopolitan, Lucky, InStyle, Women’s Day, Vogue Knitting, and House & Garden, among others. She has appeared on The Jane Pauley Show, The Carol Duvall Show, Good Day LA, E! News Daily, and many more.