The Rules of Number Knitting: Is it 4 or is it 8? This rare, out of print book can be purchased as an ebook here:    

Reading the Introduction of the 1952 modular knitting book: "Number Knitting: The New All Way Stretch Method"

The author discusses how far frustration with knitting led her to develop her own method of modular garter stitch knitting that was fun, cheaper, and more creative than simply following the strictly written patterns of her day.

One of the distinctive features of Number Knitting is the chain stitch outline that borders each stitch. This is accomplished by having a chain stitch selvedge, but the cast on method is, I feel, equally as important. There are various ways to accomplish this. The cast on method in the original version of "Number Knitting" is a knitted on cast on. But I feel that it needed a bit of improvement in order to get the perfect chain stitch edge. There are three different methods that I use to get this lovely chain stitch edge. Check out the videos below...

This scarf uses divided squares and center triangles. The calculator blow will maximize the size of the shawl while ensuring that you don't run out of yarn. It is a great use for mini skeins. Enter the following: The weight of your yarn for one of the colors Your gauge, and (after making a sample swatch) the grams per square inch of your sample.

This jacket is made from the top down. The cast on edge with its three points become the neckline and sleeve openings. The bind off edge with its two points become the waistline center back, and bottom points of the jacket. Enter your chest measurement and gauge below to calculate the number of stitches used in each panel.

  This glamorous evening blouse pattern original came only in a single size. Because the sizing up is done proportionally, people with a long and slim body type may want to lengthen the sweater by adding rectangles along the lower edges. Enter your chest measurement and gauge below to calculate your box number.

"Number Knitting" is the original modular garter stitch method. and was actually patented in 1948. Number Knitted designs are drafted flat, on graph paper, and influenced by fashion and dressmaking techniques of the 1940-50s. They are classic, classy, and exciting to knit! Join Kelly Vaughn as she teaches the exciting modular knitting method. 

This pattern is one of many in Number Knitting that uses gauge shifting. The pattern in particular, takes full advantage of this method, as it uses five different sizes of needles! Using larger needles at the bust and smaller needles at the waist allows for subtle, yet highly effective shaping, which keeping the same number of stitches. Upon attempting to knit this pattern, it became apparent that the original needed some improvements. I increased the depth of the armhole Added a bit more room in the neck. The original length was also quite short (crop top), so I added some length to...