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Dear Knitting Friend,
The next sweater you knit may make people do a double take. The delightful surprise in our Backstory Collection from I Like Knitting isn’t what you see up front — it’s what’s behind you! We have more than a dozen lovely patterns that look great from all angles — but it’s what’s on the back that makes these sweaters really stand out!
Let’s start with the Bali Lace Tank Top, featured on the cover of our Backstory Collection. From the front, this understated tank looks like just a basic summer top: simple, with understated neckline and straps — just your daily go-to tank, right? Well…
Turn that sweater around and look at the big bold triangle from shoulder blades to hem — all light and lacy, the back panel makes this sweater pop! And as a bonus, you get some extra cooling with the lace panel in place. Perfect, stunning summer wear!
The Sheer Droplet Top gives you a bit of a preview with its front lacy panel — this top looks great front and back! For a touch of whimsy, our Hallie Top looks plain and simple from the front, with a sweet bow on the back. It’s a great “surprise” party tee! Want something a little more elegant? Our Cross Back Tee maximizes a minimalist look with a soft finish to the lines on the back.
Tops for All Tastes
Our Fiorella Lace & Cable Sweater is a great example of a classic sweater with a fabulous cable and lace panels all around — front, back, and sides! The Elliana Tunic showcases lovely cable stitches on the back, plus more cable embellishment on the sleeves. The hem of the Water’s Edge Tunic will remind you of the pattern left in the sand as the waves head back to the sea. And while this sweater looks like a comfy boatneck from the front, it features a bold, daring V-neck in the back! The Ellie Tee has a full boatneck and a leafy lace panel front and back. And when you’re ready for some winterwear knitting, make our Misty Horizon Hoodie with patch pockets on the front and a lovely tracks pattern running from the hood all the way down to the hem.
Top Choices
For those days when you just can’t decide what to wear, reach for a sweater that gives you some options. Our Travel Bug Top and Wild & Free Top have secret styling built right in: a switching neckline. These two tops are totally reversible! You pick the neckline to suit your mood — scoop neck or V-neck.
Creative Cardigans
We tend to put a lot of focus on the front of a cardigan — border, buttons, sleeves. But add some bold detail to the back and you’ll look good coming and going!
The Peach Sands Cardi takes its inspiration from the coastal landscape—gently flowing water and whispering winds. The center back detail will remind you of shifting sands. Our Iceberg Cardigan is hiding its bold design out of sight. On the front, it’s all relaxed, neutral stripes. On the back, a sea of floating triangles will make you think of icebergs in Arctic waters! And when you need to get cozy, go for the timeless look of our Agave Cardigan. This sweater looks good all over, but the bold central back cable panel makes a great style statement!
The Backstory Collection features 14 sweet sweaters, each with its own flip side surprise. Which beautiful-back sweater will you cast on first?