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Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1931543887 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 128 Bestselling author Nicky Epstein knits up a garden of colorful and whimsical flowers to adorn clothes, shoes, pillows, bags—almost anything at all. These pretty blossoms range from ruffled roses to lazy daisies, from single blooms to complete bouquets, from layered petal varieties to scalloped and corkscrew styles. Some are made of soft, sensuous felt; others showcase sparkling, eye-catching gold lamé. With Epstein’s detailed instructions and the breathtaking images, knitters will find completing these projects a pleasure.

knitted embellishments

Price: $31.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 188301039X Cover: Softcover Size: 8½" x 9" Nicky Epstein's quirky embellishments have always defined her very popular style. Much sought after as a designer, her new book of surface embellishments for knitting is a welcome addition to any knitter's library. Clear photos, concise directions and hints for application of a wonderfully varied collection of this 'n that to add to your knitting to make it sing, strut or even shout. Want to knit a shaggy Christmas tree? A bunch of grapes? A delicate traditional lace border? A Celtic Knot the easy way? You won't ever be bored and quite possibly may never run out of applications for all these cute, sweet, funny and clever techniques.

Price: $29.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1931543755 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 190 Size: 8 1/2'' X 11'' With hundreds of new and super edgings to try, this is a must-have in every knitting library. Practically every knitted project needs an edging, and with her hit knitting reference, Knitting on the Edge, Nicky Epstein took the humble traditional rib to new heights Knitting Over the Edge takes the craft further, with more than 300 unusual edge combinations and shapings that will add a special, unique touch to any piece. The striking patterns will keep knitters of every level busy experimenting with different types of ties, loops, knots, braids, twists, bobbles and more. The topics explored in depth include cords, applique (such as flowers, leaves, hearts, and geometrics), color work, and a host of truly extraordinary corners, angles, bindings, and closures.

Price: $29.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1931543402 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 160 Size: 8½'' x 11'' Details, details, details. That's what this book is all about. Traditional edgings and embellishments in garment weight yarn is the topic of this collection. Previous edging collections were generally for pillow cases or lace collars. Organized by ribs, ruffles, fringes, and other structures these details are laid out on full sized pages with nice color photos and easy to read instructions to inspire your embellishing. Photos of the authors projects will further inspire your own work.

Price: $29.95 Category: Felting ISBN: 1933027118

Price: $29.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1933027010 Cover: Enclosed Spiral Bound Hardcover Pages: 192 Size: 11'' X 8 1/2'' She’s already knitted On and Over the edge—and now Nicky Epstein is going even beyond that! In this third entry in her bestselling series, Epstein shares more than 150 one-of-a-kind adornments for cuffs, collars, angles, corners, and necklines—embellishments for any type of garment edging. With her signature inventiveness, Nicky provides an abundance of ideas and takes stitchers one step further: Whereas the first two books used swatches to illustrate the edgings, these beautiful and elaborate finishings are incorporated right into the actual garment’s design, so it’s easy to see just how they’ll look. They range in difficulty level; some are simple but elegant, others complex and truly extraordinary. There’s a bell-sleeve jacket with a Celtic knot closure; a stylish cable-hooded wrap that’s textured with unusual patterns and bobbles; and a Fair Isle coat in eight different colors of yarn and with an unusual hem treatment and twisted cord embellishment. All are accompanied by detailed instructions and crisp color photography.

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1931543631 Cover: Hardcover What girl doesn't want to dress just like her favorite doll? People really love Barbie-as the success of Nicky Epstein's Crochet for Barbie Doll and Knits for Barbie Doll so clearly proved. Following on the heels of those bestsellers, Epstein, one of today's hottest knitwear designers, has come up with a new twist: matching ensembles for Barbie and her young owners, too. They're enjoyable to knit, make great gifts, and even beginning knitters can complete many of these 20 fun garments and accessories. Choose from colorful everyday clothing and "fantasy" wear, including tankinis, sweater and hat sets, a go-go dress, flower-power poncho, fairy costume, tutu, and more. There are even some patterns for adults, and for male admirers

Price: $29.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1893762246 Cover: Softcover This is first and foremost a book of knitting projects for which the common thread is lace, but as we are currently gifted with an abundance of project books I find myself looking for that something special, the little tricks that set this book apart from all the others. This book was "gathered" with care and insight. The details are here---the small edgings clearly graphed that you could work up with or without the gorgeous shawl they finish, the artfully decorated calf of Nancy Bush's sock pattern that adds one more dimension of elegance to that pedestrian bit of knitting we're so fond of. Flawlessly diagramed instructions, clearly photographed, minutely described. There truly is something for everyone's taste, but more than that, there is much to be learned, much to be shared.

Price: $18.00 Category: Knitting ISBN: 21803

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0312073976 Cover: Softcover Size: 8½" x 11½" I love the garments in this book. Most are given in at least two sizes with the exception of footwear. Garments are cardigans, pullovers, jackets, an Aran dress, and pants to match several; some have matching hats, berets, boots, socks, shoes, and there are adorable sheep booties. Easy-to-read instructions, embroidery stitches are diagramed, graphs are black and white and you may want to enlarge them. All garments photographed full-page in color on a child!

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570763003 Cover: Spiral Bound Hardcover Pages: 128 Size: 8½" x 10½" As more and more people learn to knit, Debbie Bliss continues to meet the demand for stylish, yet easy to create designs. In this book the author concentrates on children four to ten years old, with 25 projects that include an Aran sweater dress, a zipped hoody with pockets, a cabled-tweed jacket, an easy-knit stocking-stitch sweater, and a moss-stitch bag with flowers and contrasting lining. Complete with clear step-by-step instructions, simple charts, and gorgeous color photographs, this is another must-have collection from the foremost designer of knitwear for babies and children. Available October 2004.

Price: $22.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0312202512 Cover: Softcover Size: 8½'' x 11½'' The title and author of this new book pretty much sums it up. The author is Debbie Bliss who is most prolific at creating new patterns for young and old. A generous collection of warm, cuddly sweaters to booties in thicker, quicker to knit yarns. Interesting bulky yarns, nice stitch patterns, and very unusual garment details will help the projects tumble from the needle and challenge the knitter. The simple, quick little pig booties are most delightful. Full color photography.

Price: $21.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0312267142 Cover: Softcover Size: 8½" x 10½" Debbie Bliss is the master of miniature (small) projects. A 0-3 year old sweater or robe is only just so many stitches. However, a skilled designer can make a small frilled jacket just right, a cow pillow or fun bootees or a knit toy works of art, and a little pink cable robe a treasured friend. Find out for yourself why Debbie Bliss remains a great children's designer.

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570762481 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 220 Size: 8½" x 8½" Debbie Bliss is well known in knitting circles for her straight forward, elegant pattern books. This book is that and more. What a great book for the beginning knitter to delve into baby sized projects, with basic knitting stitches, and quality yarn! The wool/cotton blend yarn she uses is just a lovely addition to our knitting yarn stashes. Quality design and detail, exceptional illustrations, detailed and happy photos, give this book another star for Debbie Bliss and much pleasure to any level knitter with a baby in their life.

Price: $22.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0312020619 Cover: Softcover The book opens with a 36-page section of full-page color plates showing the wonderful collection of sweaters you can make following the directions in this book. There's an Aran sweater with fan bobbles, a tweedy double-breasted jacket, a Scottie dog sweater, a sampler sweater, a Fair Isle sweater, a Guernsey sweater, a cowboy shirt, a Mexican sweater, an Indian sweater, and many more. Row by row directions are provided.

Price: $14.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1580175058 Cover: Die-Cut Paper Over Board Pages: 136 Another in a series of shaped knitting books, this one carries on with 19 Christmas stocking and ornament patterns. I really like the pattern layout, charts, and special instructions for the various ornaments and stitches that make all these stockings unique. Knitted snowman bobbles, tassels, fur stitches, felting, and embroidery are used with fun-to-knit traditional cables, fair-isle, and felting. Nice charts and instruction in a convenient table format help make knitting these heirloom stockings as great a joy as Christmas morning.

Price: $14.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1580174949 Cover: Die-Cut Paper Over Pages: 128 Size: 7" x 9" Could they be any cuter? Jaunty caps and hats to keep baby's head toasty warm. Cute knit socks and booties for baby's sweet little feet. They're essential gifts for any newborn. Instructions for 15 projects in plain English; no complicated terms. Recommends yarns best suited for a baby: cottons, chenilles, and warm, washable wools. One-of-a-kind projects include: Baby Beret: a rakish French cap for a not-so-terrible enfant; Puppy Slippers: happiness is a pair of warm, felted, floppy-earned puppy slippers; Lettuce-Edge Booties: complete with lacy trim; Honeybee Socks: decorated with 3-dimensional honeybees.

Price: $14.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1580174957 Cover: Die-Cut Paper Over Pages: 128 Size: 7" x 9" A baby's on the way, and you want to give something personal, something truly of yourself, something one-of-a-kind that the parents will treasure. The solution: sit down and knit a baby blanket! Written with the beginning (or infrequent) knitter in mind. Instructions for 15 projects in plain English; no complicated terms. Heirloom-quality projects include: Basketweave Blanket: a traditional favorite, and easy to knit; Baby Bunting: a hooded baby blanket with colorful trim around the hood and down the open front; Aran for Baby: based on a traditional knit from Ireland's Aran Isles; Felted Carriage Blanket: soft and very warm, trimmed with satin blanket binding.

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0964639157 Cover: Softcover Size: 9½" x 10" Oh, my, from the sublime to the nearly ridiculous (really! pig button noses on the toes!) there must be a sock for you in this book if you have EVER thought to knit socks. These patterns are the result of a contest run by the editors of "Knitter's" magazine, and the creative energy which resulted is amazing. I would have a hard time choosing a favorite sock pattern, but luckily I don't have to. I'll just start at the beginning and work my way into page upon page of designs from really talented knitters. Extremely well presented patterns, full color photography, basics, tips, graphs, diagrams and just plain fun. No excuses. Knit socks!

Price: $15.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 193306403X A collection of irresistible hand-knits for boys and girls, ages two through ten, from the top designers in Knitter's Magazine. These 20-plus adorable outfits and accessories include a variety of pullovers, cardigans, dresses, socks, and hats. The projects' detailed, visually appealing illustrations guide knitters through each step of the more complicated techniques and important steps.

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1933064056 These "suit-able" jackets will move easily from the office to evenings to casual Saturdays. 25 projects cover a wide range of classic styles -suits, coats and light-weight cover-ups. The stitches (slip stitches, linen stitches, moss stitch, cables) create wonderful jacket fabric. These classic jackets can be dressed up or dressed down -- you'll look good anywhere.

Price: $12.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1893762173 Cover: Softcover Pages: 61 Size: 7½" x 12" These linen colored squares in the Aran patterning technique can be made to match the afghan exactly as presented, but the author, (instruction editor at "Knitter's Magazine") reminds us to be creative with these winning designs. Fewer squares make a baby blanket, more a bed spread, and one at a time make delicate pillows. I am charmed by the rolling cables bordering the whole blanket. The various cable patterns, designed by winners in the magazine's contest, are amazingly creative. I'd suggest this for those familiar with knitting, especially working with cable needles. What a triumph the finished product will be!

Price: $15.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1893762203 Cover: Softcover Pages: 54 Size: 7½'' x 7½'' A knitter’s dozen? More like 21 patterns and hundreds of possibilities! Knit handbags, totes, packs, pouches, purses, and pocketbooks—count them, there’s more!

Price: $15.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1933064064 Cover: Softcover Pages: 96 Size: 7 1/2'' X 8''

Price: $12.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0740750372 Cover: Softcover Pages: 220 Sharing both humorous and poignant tales of knitting escapades, such as fleeing from a yarn thieving squirrel, dismantling a car to find a vital needle, and what it feels like to wrap a newborn baby in the work of your own hands., this book exposes the extreme sport of knitting, an adventure that can be fulfilling, exasperating, and wickedly funny.

Price: $9.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1580175899 Cover: Softcover Pages: 320 Size: 4'' X 6'' Knitting finally takes its rightful place on the spectrum of personal obsessions, alongside golfing, fishing, and gardening. The tangled life of the knitter is the subject of inspired nuttiness in these 300 tongue-in-cheek meditations from the self-proclaimed yarn harlot, Stephanie Pearl-McPhee. As any knitter can attest to, this is an activity fraught with guilt, frustration, over-optimism, sly deception, and compulsion, along with passionate moments of creative enlightenment. To soothe the unraveled knitter's soul, Pearl- McPhee has selected some of her favorite quotes to cast off from, and then, like the standup comic of the knitting world, she rants, raves, and reflects on common experiences that are sure to leave avid knitters in stitches.

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 189376205X Cover: Softcover

Price: $19.99 Category: Knitting ISBN: 089689147X Cover: Softcover Pages: 144 Size: 9'' X 9'' 25 Wonderful projects to warm and comfort children from newborns to three-year-olds. Great ideas for decorating the nursery, such as colorful play cubes and part flags. A fun range of multi-colorful garments for toddlers, from a head honcho poncho to a 1-2-3 sweater. Also includes original soft toys for unique gifts.

Price: $11.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570762201 Cover: Hardcover Where to start? Should I knit a cap with striped "ears" for my granddaughter... a backpack, socks, mittens? Bags, purses, stuffed toy or a wild and wonderful afghan? With the exception of the booties which are sized to fit newborns through 12 months, garments are given in three sizes: 0-1, 2-4, and 5-6 years. If the faces of the children models and the colors of the garments and home accessories don't captivate you, the touches of whimsy will. Exceptionally large color photos add a great deal of appeal and are presented picture book style.

Price: $11.99 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1581803990 Cover: Spiral Bound Pages: 64 Size: 7½" x 7½" This book would be a helpful learn-to-knit manual for the upper grade or high school student. Instructions give correct needle position, yarn path and offer alternate methods. Large clear drawings show cast on, knit, purl, increase, decrease, stockinette, garter stitch, seed stitch, binding off, buttonholes, reading charts and working motifs and finishing techniques. Book has hands-free stand-up construction. Projects are rated for difficulty and include: booties, pillow, child's hat, baby blanket and stuffed toy. After some experience, readers can tackle a simple child or adult sweater.

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570761671 Cover: Hardcover Size: 9'' x 9'' Some of these knits appear to be right out of a Dr. Seuss storybook! There is a "One Fish, Two Fish" design as well as others exhibiting alphabets and numbers in bright primary colors. A unique approach is to provide both pullover and cardigan directions for each pattern. Irresistible animal hats with knitted ears, jester booties, striped tote bag and knitted cats as well as warm, beautiful "Inca" hats and Mexican sweater patterns make this a very appealing book indeed. User friendly with clear diagrams. Anyone fond of knitting and children will appreciate this volume. Gorgeous photographs throughout of beautiful twins in both vibrant color and gorgeous black and white.

Price: $9.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 157076249X Cover: Hardcover No recycled run-of-the-mill patterns here, but unique and irresistible creations to please every child. Flop-eared animal slippers exude personality. Sweaters embrace bunnies, roosters, cow prints or tiger stripes; barnyard animals, or a row of handsome ducks or Indian elephants or spotted dogs or lots more animals. The ladybug blanket, pillow and hat invoke smiles all around. There are soft knitted toys and vests and cushions and a great looking Incan style hat with earflaps. Simply looking at the pages of this book is fun! Sized to fit 1 to 6 year olds. Lucky is the child who receives one of these special knits.

Price: $23.00 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570763100 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 112 Size: 8'' X 10'' These designs are all about brilliant color and fun-filled styling, and there are garments, accessories, blankets, and toys for every season of the year. From sweaters, dresses, and jackets, and scarves, mittens and hats, to blankets and toy animals, all designs are suitable for the average knitter. For ages 2-5.

Price: $22.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570763291 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 112 Size: 8'' X 10'' In this new collection from Lucinda Guy the handknit designs take "Bedtime" as their theme, with lots of comfy slippers, socks, and dressing gowns, cuddly cardigans, soft and squishy toys, wrap-around blankets--even pajama cases and hot water bottle covers. Lucinda also turns her eye toward texture, with some great stitch patterns, including a Man in the Moon blanket and a lovely cabled cardigan.

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1584792914 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 176 Size: 9" x 10" If I had set aside a quiet, productive weekend to knit, had chosen and balled up some lovely yarn, and picked an interesting pattern that was satisfying and fun, then this book would have been just the ticket to look over and do the planning for this weekend. No project is huge, the patterns stunning, and the end product satisfying. The projects are tantalizing: a lace-knit cane chair seat, fair-isle market bags, think cushions, socks, reversible scarves. All use straight forward yarn, clear patterns, and with preplanning, can be knit fast, like a weekend. The finger puppets are truly silly.

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1584790873 Cover: Hardcover Size: 9" x 9¾" With the intelligence and style of a design team like Melanie Falick and Kristin Nicholas you can't go wrong. Add to that the best how-to-knit section I've ever seen and you definitely have a winner. This pattern book offers a wide range of cute baby stuff: cubes, felt balls, blankets, sweaters, caps, booties. Very cute. If you want to learn to knit, this is a wonderful way to start. The instructions are fabulous, the patterns adorable. It will be a most satisfying experience and this will be a book you will buy for a friend. Full color.

Price: $15.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1584793570 Cover: Enclosed Spiral Bound Hardcover Let's get those scraps of scribbled notes, sketches and messy bits of yarn arranged neatly in this delightful notebook. Open the purse sized hardcover to find a zippered plastic pocket for holding needles or markers. Two cardstock pocket dividers offer an address book-like inventory section, a section of blank graph paper for creative diagramming, and a reference guide including a heavy board needle gauge and ruler. A great resource for knitters. Our everyday planner tracks family and work, now we can get organized track and our needlework!

Price: $27.50 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1584794542 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 184 Size: 8 3/4" X 9 3/4" An eclectic collection of more than 50 original gifts, decorations, and clothing pieces by top designers in the US and abroad, this book brings fresh ideas and new traditions to these special days and provides year-round inspiration for knitters of all levels. Projects include colorful ornaments, funky and classic Christmas stockings, sparkly ribbon scarves, a poncho and matching dog sweater, gift bags and a range of super-quick projects for the last-minute holiday rush!

Price: $12.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1579652417 Cover: Softcover If you've ever heard anyone, of any age, say, "I wish I could knit," get this book! It's an excellent beginner's book profusely illustrated with detailed color how-to drawings and color photos of all the projects. From learning how to dye yarn with Kool-Aid to knitting bath puppets, a backpack, hat, socks, or sweater, this book will delight. I'm really impressed!

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1579652875 Cover: Softcover Pages: 224 Size: 9'' X 12'' (Previously published in Hardcover titled: Knitting In America)

Price: $14.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1933308168 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 96 Size: 6'' X 6'' Showing off a dog’s distinctive attitude is easy and stylish with this collection of 12 colorful and upbeat knitwear designs for medium to large dogs. Patterns for classy, special-occasion knits, warm coats and hats, and adorable everyday sweaters blend simple shapes and sumptuous yarn with high-energy colors to create sophisticated canine apparel. A photo gallery of the designs contains a profile for each of the top dog models including Hugo, a firehouse Dalmatian and Rheinhard, a German Setter rescue dog. A measuring chart for mid- to large-size breeds, knit-to-fit instructions, and a primer on basic stitches make this an all-in-one guide in a fun, portable format. Quick to knit and very functional, these are knits that any pooch would be happy to wear.

Price: $16.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 193330801X Cover: Softcover Pages: 160 Size: 8'' x 9'' Basic knit and purl stitches, decreasing and increasing, casting on and binding off are covered, illustrated by large, clear drawings. Also included are knit-to-fit instructions, gauge swatches, blocking, finishing techniques and hand laundering. Projects suitable for various ages are shown and, except for scarves, patterns are for two or more sizes. Color and yarn texture add interest to the simple design lines of hats, socks, sweaters, mittens, headband, Christmas stockings and doggie coat. Color photos on virtually every page

Price: $13.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1933308060 Cover: Hardcover Pages: 96 Size: 6 1/4" X 6 1/4" Owners and their pets can show off with this collection of 12 fun and upbeat knitwear designs for the stylish dog about town. Cute everyday sweaters and ritzy special occasion designs even include a felted, waterproof sweater for drizzly days. As well as sweaters, there are hats for every occasion, such as the Holiday Spritz and the Puppy Fez. All are knitted in fine quality yarns that are soft, sumptuous, and never itchy. The book also showcases a range of accessories, like a collar and leash, felted toys, and a cozy doggie bed. A measuring chart for breeds of all sizes, knit-to-fit instructions, and a primer on basic stitches makes this an all-in-one guide in a fun, portable format. Quick to knit and very functional, these are knits that any pooch would be happy to wear.

Price: $16.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1400052483 Cover: Softcover Pages: 176 Size: 7½" x 9" As the title suggests, this is the author's second book of patterns for kids. Once again, she shows us how to knit with bold colored yarns that work up quickly so you can get the project done while the child can still wear it! Rompers, overalls, a christening gown, pullovers, a beach cover-up, a dress, and a wonderful chenille double-breasted jacket are a few of the outstanding designs. This terrific book will help you make any child in your life eligible for the "best-dressed" list!

Price: $16.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1933308095 Cover: Softcover Internationally acclaimed knitwear designer Jil Eaton has done it again with her newest collection of charming kidswear. Her books are downright fun to read since who can resist designs named pip-squeaks, feltie feet, mini pini and gelati? Here you will find twenty-one chic projects sized for newborn through 3 years. Organized by category, Minnies includes layette, play clothes, cold-weather wear and the cutest confections in soft pastels or crayon brights with offbeat details to make these baby clothes with panache that are quick and easy to knit. Includes knitting tips and technical information with yardage given in both English and metric.

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0809224305 Cover: Hardcover Size: 8¼" x 9¼" This collection is organized by categories which include sporty, party clothes and accessories. Simple tips are included for achieving a perfect fit. Some patterns are sized to fit toddlers up through adults in case you want to make matching mother/daughter or father/son sweaters or vests. Beautiful yarns made into charming designs make this book a pleasure to use. I liked the author's description of knitting as a "magic, Zenlike way" to calm down, meditate and find time for yourself. Needlework as therapy. Who knew? Many color photographs of the finished items, black and white illustrations.

Price: $25.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0972121897 Cover: Spiral Bound Hardcover Pages: 160 Size: 5 5/8'' x 10¼'' A singularly sensuous selection of fashion-forward knits from Jil Eaton. In this glam-girl's delight, there are 20 fabulous projects to choose from.

Price: $19.99 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0873498526 Cover: Softcover Pages: 144 Size: 9" x 9½" Fanciful designs to catch the eye of children and those who knit for them. Included are items made primarily in bright colors, with a few one-color designs that feature the texture of cables and pattern stitches for their appeal. Cool cottons and warm wools are used for the dresses, cardigans, blankets, jackets, hats, scarves, mittens and slippers. The author, a self-described "busy mother," makes each design worthy of the precious time invested. Simple designs for the beginner, more challenging designs for the experienced knitter.

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570762244 Cover: Hardcover Size: 9¾" x 9¾" I had fun just looking through this book. Even though my children are way past the baby-stage, I started thinking of all the people I knew who were expecting, and suddenly saw myself making gifts of these darling bootees. Both whimsical and practical, there is a style to suit every taste for boys and girls. A large color photograph accompanies every pattern. The bootees are at varying stages of difficulty to knit, but even the simplest ones are precious enough to grace any baby's tootsies.

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1564774325 Cover: Enclosed Spiral Bound Size: 6½'' x 6¼'' A small format book with an interesting concept; learn a new knitting stitch each day of the year. I am constantly amazed at the number of different designs that can be created out of simple knit and purl! Despite an extensive library of knitting patterns, I found some here that are new and most interesting. Not a project book, this primer teaches many creative stitches and lists the pattern count, such as: multiple of 6 +3 so that you can take a sweater pattern and either use the design throughout, or on a section of the front, back and sleeves. In this way you learn to devise your own one-of-a-kind projects.

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570763569 Cover: Enclosed Spiral Bound Hardcover

Price: $17.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1579904378 Cover: Softcover Size: 9" x 10¼" What could be more inspiring to the beginner than to create a high quality, fashionable sweater that has structural integrity and good design? This collection can supply the beginner with confidence to achieve this goal. The basic skills of knit details and a range of styles are incorporated throughout the collection to challenge and help the knitter achieve success.

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570762821 Cover: Spiral Bound Hardcover Pages: 128 Size: 9½'' x 9½'' This original collection of contemporary hand-knitted bags ranges from big, stripy, carry-alls and super handy baby bags to petit clutches and elegant evening purses. The techniques employed in the designs also range widely and include intarsia, embroidery, crochet, Fair Isle, and entrelac. All the bags are displayed in stunning color photographs, and each project includes a close-up detail of the pattern, full knitting instructions, and clear charts; there are also details on alternate colorways and added embellishment.

Price: $14.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1402734506 Cover: Softcover Pages: 128 Size: 8 1/2'' X 11'' Take out the knitting needles today; wear a new shirt, shawl, or sweater tomorrow. These fashion-conscious projects will appeal to beginners eager to see results, and looking for something quick and stylish to create. The instructions make it easy to work each garment and accessory, and they give uncertain knitters confidence. But even those with more advanced skill will find they simply can’t resist whipping up every fantastic item, such as a cute little crop top with fringe around the neckline and a tie around the bottom. Other irresistible options include a silver blouse and stole, vests, purses, hats (one in red for the Red Hat Ladies), and an afghan. Knitters from outside the U.S. will also appreciate the handy conversion table.

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1564775968 Cover: Softcover Pages: 128 Size: 8 3/4'' X 8 3/4'' Create gorgeous afghans and accessories with 200 knitted blocks to mix and match! A kaleidoscope of colorful contemporary and traditional designs range from easy to advanced. · Knit 200 blocks, from simple knit-and-purl patterns to cable, lace, and bobble blocks · Combine blocks in any arrangement; all blocks will finish to the same size when worked in the same yarn weight · Finish any project in style with patterns for fringes, ruffles, and other decorative edgings.

Price: $29.99 Category: Knitting ISBN: 0873497163 Cover: Enclosed Spiral Bound Hardcover Pages: 128 Size: 8½" x 11" Mix and Match Patterns for the Perfect, Personalized Sweater Amanda Griffiths Whether thirty-one body shapes in 3 sizes with 15 sleeve variations, 28 neck shapes, two belts and five pockets add up to precisely 1000 sweaters, I'm not sure. Most knitters — beginners through experts — will be too busy combining the features of their ideal pattern to care. To facilitate the selection, pages are split in two horizontally, permitting the upper part to show a color photo of the torso with instructions, while the lower part shows the selected sleeve, neck, pocket and belt variations with their instructions. Color photos on each half-page.

Price: $19.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1570762597 Cover: Spiral Bound Softcover Pages: 288 This is certainly a handy compendium of charted designs for the knitter of multi-color designs, whether fair-isle, intarsia, or embroidered. There are many, many motifs arranged by sections such as narrow borders to large, bold sweater fronts. They are all in clear, full color. Each section of motif type is further categorized by world regions and knitting traditions. A unique and abundant assortment such as this is useful to any other textile workers who use charted motifs in their work. Also included are alphabet motifs in both upper and lower case. The lay-flat spiral binding on this sturdy reference just adds to its usefulness

Price: $24.95 Category: Knitting ISBN: 1402723105 Cover: Softcover Pages: 224 Size: 8 1/2'' X 11'' This book is filled with 100 fabulous projects for all kinds of wonderful garments and fashion accessories with many appealing colors, inviting textures and striking details. With this comprehensive refrence on your shelf, you won’t need to pore over dozens of magazines, booklets, web sites, or even visit several craft stores to find the right pattern. You’ll see inside! There are beautiful sweaters galore, including a raglan cowl, hoodie cardigan, cable yoke pullover, and shaker rib tunic. Take your pick from a variety of tops, from a cute camisole to a pretty tank. Keepyour feet warm in felted mocs, brave the cold weather wearing a striped scarf and a mitten se and strut your stuff in a chic coat. Here are plenty of stunning projects to keep you knitting for some time to come.

If you love to knit and crochet, it’s likely that you’re always searching for new projects to make. Now you can spend many happy hours busy at your favorite crafts with 100 assorted afghans to choose from, including Nursery Time, Cables & Checks, Dream Panels, Chevrons & Diamonds, and Scrap Sensation. Whether as gifts or to keep for yourself, you’ll enjoy creating these designs and take pride in how beautiful they look.

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