Glamour by Erika Knight, hardback published by Quadrille. ISBN 1-84400-328-0, price 12.99 from www.quadrille.co.uk

Glamour is part of the Erika Knight Collectables series. The fifteen knits evoke the glamour of Hollywood. Wear them day or night – any time you need a touch of glamour in your life. The designs combine flattering shapes with sumptuous textures. 

From a lacy shrug to a chinoiserie embroidered cardigan – indulge yourself. accessories such as bags, scarf and knitted jewellery are included. Colour photography evokes a glamourous feel to these modern ‘oldies’. Easy to use instructions.

Not quite Lana Turner, Betty Grable or Rita Hayworth to me, but I do like the cable sweater studded with tiny beads and the cable waistcoat.