A fantastic selection of knitting patterns for blankets and throws from established designer and bestselling author Claire Crompton, author of The Knitter's Bible and Knitter's Bible project books. Featuring strong designs across a range of styles for the new-to-knitting market, all the knitted blanket and throw projects included are either Beginner, Easy or Intermediate skill level, and the majority are Easy. As well as patterns and project instructions, you will also find an explanation of the abbreviations used, a knitting needle conversion chart, a skill level key, a standard yarn weight chart, knitting techniques and making-up techniques. Projects include: Sequin Throw, Garter Stitch Throw, Eight-Panel Blanket, Baby Blanket, Harlequin Patchwork Throw, Textured Table Runner, Crib Coverlet, Ripple-Effect Blanket, Cozy Lap Throw, Loop Stitch Throw.

Spark your imagination and bring crafting into your Witchcraft with this fun and accessible guide to the magickal power of crochet, knotwork, and needlework. Witch and crochet expert Opal Luna shows you how to move magical intention from your mind into your hands through practical exercises, creative techniques, and more than 60 craft projects. Fiber Magick provides many ways to enhance your magick through fiber arts. Discover the tools of the trade, the power of color, and a variety of weaving, braiding, and knotting methods. Learn how to use sigils, deities, and correspondences in your practice. Explore how fiber magick can be woven in your holiday celebrations and rites of passage. From healing and protection magick to making poppets, this remarkable book offers everything you need to reach your goals.

Elementary design principles and Sara Delaney's unique, straightforward formulas provide everything readers need to start creating their own crocheted scarves, cowls, fingerless mitts, mittens, gloves, hats, and socks. At a glance tables, variation explanations and a substantial stitch dictionary-with 27 solid and lacy stitches, both basic and advanced - ensure crocheters will never lack for ideas on how to personalise their custom designed accessories. Eighteen sample patterns designed by the author feature the formulas she used to make them, illustrating clearly how each technique is put to use. This beautiful and practical package will give readers both the information and confidence they need to venture into a whole new world of crocheting possibilities.

These 6 easy designs make great portable knitting projects and can be customised to any size. The designs span the seasons and will make a great addition to the home for display or for cuddling. Customise an afghan in favourite team colours to take when meeting friends for a picnic at a sporting event or to use at a chilly stadium game. Designs use worsted-weight yarn and range from sizes 48" to 58" square.

Step-by-step instructions and symbol charts put these 100 creative new border designs within reach for beginning and advanced crocheters alike. If you're ready to chart your own crocheted course, Edie Eckman offers plenty of helpful design advice, including how to choose an appropriate border for each project and how to incorporate an element from the main stitch pattern into a new border design. She then explains, with the help of close-up photographs, how the same pattern can have dramatically different results depending on the weight of the yarn. With each pattern diagramed to approach in both rounds and rows, Every Which Way Crochet Borders is an inventive and invaluable resource.

Fortunately, sock yarn can be used for more than simply keeping toes toasty. In "Sock Yarn One-Skien Wonders: 101 Patterns That Go Way Beyond Socks!" veteran knitter Judith Durant has chosen not simply inventive sock patterns but also more than 5 dozen inspired patterns for other items that can be created from a single skein of sock yarn. The latest in Storey's enormously popular "One-Skein Wonders" series, "Sock Yarn One-Skien Wonders" offers one-of-a-kind patterns for baby clothes, mittens, scarves, hats, jewellery, cosies, bags...even a dog sweater and a lamp shade! Contributed by yarn shops and designers, the patterns are as fetching as they are fun to knit. Knitters of every skill level will find tantalizing challenges; some knit up in fewer than three hours, others make creative use of sock yarn leftovers, and several make heirloom-worthy gifts. Collectively, these patterns bring out the best of sock yarn...whether variegated or solid-coloured, self-patterning or hand-painted. "Sock Yarn One-Skien Wonders" has an easy-to-browse layout, four-color photos throughout, step-by-step instructions, clear illustrations and charts, and stylish patterns. With this book in their knitting bags, needle crafters will take their stash of sock yarn well beyond stockinged feet to a delightful world of possibility.

Knit adorable animal socks for all the family with this collection of six different animal designs. Choose your favourite animal from this selection of ankle and knee-length socks, whether it's a panda, owl, koala, fox, cat or pig. All the socks can be made in various sizes, from children to adults, and are the perfect gift for any animal lover. Instructions for basic knitting and specific techniques are included so you can get stitching your animal knits for cosy toes straight away.

Beloved, easy-to-make patterns from the global knitting phenomenon As the DIY trend and slow fashion movement continue to build steam, more and more audiences are seeking new crafts and hobbies as a reprieve from the busy, digitally focused world. Enter We Are Knitters: Knitspiration for Knitting Anywhereand Everywhere. Building on their brand's aspirational lifestyle and focus, this new book brings a global mind-set to knitting with beautiful photography from a variety of locations, including New York, Paris, Marrakech, Cartagena, and beyond. Featuring favorite patterns for hats, sweaters, blankets, tank tops, and more, this book has something for every knitter, everywhere. "All the happiness in a kit" is what We Are Knitters promises, and it's what you'll find here in their first book.

Roll up, roll up, the circus has come to town! Recreate your very own circus with these adorable amigurumi crochet toy patterns. This collection of 12 beautifully-designed crochet circus characters, features all the most popular circus characters including a friendly clown, show pony, sleepy elephant, handsome strongman, pretty ballerina, juggling walrus, and there is even a crochet pattern for the popcorn to enjoy while you watch the performance! There are step by step photography for all the crochet patterns as well as basic crochet techniques so you can get cracking right away.

As a desirable item of fashion, a cherished gift or a wardrobe essential, the shawl enjoys enduring popularity among knitters and non-knitters alike. The most admired of these beautiful accessories are designed with inspiration drawn from a wide range of themes and ideas. This creativity is achieved by blending a knitter's imagination with their knowledge of how to translate a source of inspiration into an exciting new design. A Knitter's Guide to Shawl Design will inspire knitters of all levels to personalize their knitting and create original shawl designs. Author Emma Vining describes her own design processes, encouraging readers to explore and experiment with shawl shapes and stitch patterns. Beautifully illustrated with photographs, sketches and explanatory diagrams, this book explores tradition and innovation in shawl design. It demonstrates the effects of yarn, knitting techniques and finishing choices on the end design and considers the framing effect of edges and borders and how to plan these into your project. The geometry of the shawl shape is examined - there are individual chapters on squares, rectangles, triangles, circles, semi-circles and crescents. Finally, the design process is illustrated in full over five detailed case studies, each culminating in a full shawl pattern by built environments.

Intrigued by the stunning gradient yarns out there but unsure of what to knit with them? Perhaps you struggle with colour? Dive right in and knit with these eye-catching yarns with 10 unique lessons teaching skills such as cabling, lace, alternating stripes, thrums, stranded colourwork, mosaic, intarsia, short rows and simple knit and purl combinations all using gradient yarns. Build up your skills with patterns for garments and accessories from designers around the world. Gradients are a perfect way to add a unique dimension to your work. Go from light to dark, mix things up, work with multiple colourways or knit your way through the rainbow! With countless options available, the possibilities are as endless as what your imagination can create! This book offers a blend of beginner through to advanced projects, allowing the knitter to build their skills with each project.

Loom knitting--the art of creating woven fabric using pegs and a hook instead of traditional knitting needles--is quicker and easier on the hands than knitting, but the results are just as lovely! The easy-to-follow lessons in this book start with the basics and progress to more complex techniques--an invaluable visual reference for loom knitters of all levels.* Lessons cover basic stitches, using multiple colors, increasing, decreasing, twists and cables, and more* 30 stylish projects include cowls, infinity scarves, beanie and slouchy hats, boot cuffs, fingerless mitts, designs for the home, and an elegant shrug* Easy to learn; you can complete Lesson 1 and your first project in the same day!

A fresh, modern take on classic lace knitting! When it comes to stunning lace knitting, there are few names more synonymous with the craft than Romi Hill. Her designs have made by thousands of knitters and her latest creations in New Lace Knitting will have you racing for your needles and skeins of yarn to cast on beautiful, artful, sophisticated pieces. These 19 garment and accessory designs will reawaken your love of traditional lace knitting by using classic stitch patterns in fresh ways--whether you're creating shawls, cardigans, pullovers, or wraps. Through these pieces, you'll be treated to the incredible versatility of lace: how stitch patterns change in different weights of yarn, how you can use that stitch pattern sparingly or for your whole project, and how little knitterly details make a lace project truly elegant, whether it is for every day or special occasion. You may be familiar with knitting lace, but this is New Lace Knitting!

Beanies are a must-have for any season. Whether sporty, glamorous, trendy or funky there's a style here to suit everyone. The best thing about crocheted beanies is their versatility and that is why they are so much fun to design and create. There are 20 crochet hat projects featured in this book, with designs suitable for beginners as well as experienced crocheters. You'll find a helpful step-by-step techniques section at the front of the book with explanatory diagrams and a guide to yarn lengths. Each project is accompanied by clear instructions and a list of the materials and equipment you'll need alongside a beautiful colour photograph of the finished beanie.

Knit yourself a pair of stunning Latvian socks with this collection of traditional Latvian sock knitting patterns. There are 50 different styles to choose from including simpler variations of the socks such as leg warmers and ankle socks so, even if you are an inexperienced knitter, you can create a beautiful traditional design. Knitted socks have always played an important role in traditional Latvian culture: girls are taught to knit at a young age and it is traditional for brides to give socks and mittens as a gift to guests on their wedding day. This collection captures the essence of these stunning folk patterns and shows how you can mix these traditional designs with your contemporary wardrobe.

In fifteen easy projects, from bouncy bean bags to a rolled-edge sweater, author and knitting expert Melanie Falick teaches kids of all ages how to knit. Through step-by-step instructions and candy-colored illustrations, beginners learn the fundamentals: knitting tools, finger-knitting, and basic stitches such as knit, purl, mattress, overcast, embroidery, and stockinette.

"Kids Knitting" emphasizes fun in every step of the learning process. Sunny paintings by Kristin Nicholas illustrate the individual steps of each technique. Bright boxes of blues, greens, and reds explain everything from button-sewing to tassel-tying. Charming photographs by Chris Hartlove feature finished projects modeled by the creators themselves--all kids who knit.

Best of all, kids get to keep and use whatever they make: bookmarks, backpacks, bracelets, even their own set of customized knitting needles, topped with acorn caps or polka dot balls.

This is a ground breaking collection of 75 patterns using Brioche stitch. It is suitable for beginners. World-renowned brioche knitting expert Nancy Marchant takes this versatile stitch, which creates a luxurious, reversible ribbed fabric, to a new level. In her ground-breaking collection, Marchant works brioche in two colours, forming graceful, undulating textures with increases and decreases. She explains everything from how to hold the yarn and cast on, (offering multiple options), to creating the basic fabric and reading two-colour charts. Includes 75 all-new patterns, and an additional 12 in luscious shawl and scarf projects.

In this unusual crochet book, each pattern is used as a base for four different interpretations, depending on your style – bohemian, artistic, classic or romantic. The patterns range in difficulty, and include pretty things for yourself, your home, babies and children, and for use as gifts. There are also suggestions for using the same pattern for more than one project. The perfect book for anyone who loves to crochet.

The 26 designs in this book will ramp your sock knitting from ho-hum to WOW! Each pair of socks are a masterpiece of luscious colour, but the repeating patterns ensure that the knitting is still relaxing and easy to track. Divided into five colour sections-bright, maritime, natural, pastel, and classic retro-there are patterns to please every taste. Wonder what the socks would look like in other colours? Check out the inspirational chapter showing some of the socks knitted in other colour schemes, and then choose your own colour combinations to try. New to sock knitting? We've got you covered! Explanations of sock knitting techniques-from the anatomy of a sock to how to work the heel and toe-are included, along with illustrations. Your feet will be doing a happy dance every time you wear these beautiful socks you knit yourself!

These crocheted animals may be wild but they are very well-dressed. The ten adorable crocheted chums have enviable wardrobes to mix and match. The five pairs of animals - pandas, lions, zebras, elephants and monkeys - all have distinctive personalities and gorgeous outfits. All the clothes can fit all of the animals, so there is lots of fun to be had dressing them up. Each project is beautifully photographed and includes clear patterns and guidance. There is also a techniques section that gives clear instructions on all the skills you'll need to make the animals and their outfits.

Knitwear designer Melissa Morgan-Oakes revolutionized the world of sock-making with "2-at-a-Time Socks." Her ingenious approach showed delighted knitters how to simultaneously create two socks on a single circular needle. With that book, yarn enthusiasts said goodbye forever to second sock syndrome, the frustration of completing one beautiful hand-knit sock, only to remember that another must be made. Now, Morgan-Oakes turns the approach on its head or rather, its toe with "Toe-Up 2-at-a-Time Socks."

Knitters adore toe-up socks for both novelty and practicality. Knitters can try on the sock as they work, they never run out of yarn before the foot is complete, and they avoid needing the dreaded kitchener stitch to finish off the toe. Many swear that toe-up socks just plain feel more comfortable, too.

Morgan-Oakes combines the pleasures of toe-up knitting with the convenience of her 2-at-a-time approach in 15 original designs for men, women, children, and babies. From the delicate and graceful ballerina sock to the kaleidoscopic, nubby peppercorn pattern, there is a style here for every pair of feet. For each pattern, Morgan-Oakes provides row-by-row instructions, charts for both large and small feet, and captivating, four-color photographs of the finished product. Readers aren t limited to these patterns, however. Once mastered, the technique can be applied to any sock pattern.

With "Toe-Up 2-at-a-Time Socks" as their guide, knitters will rock the toe-up sock world, two-at-a-time, every time. "

Keep warm while looking your best with these quick and easy crocheted hat designs! Whether you prefer a slouchy hat, a beanie, or the author's favorite hybrid, the slouchy-beanie, you are sure to find a favorite in these 14 unique and colorful patterns. Make several in your favorite hues, and you'll have a hat to match whatever you wear. Great for gifts, too! A variety of stitch patterns keep the work interesting, and detailed instructions ensure success.

'Claire's ability to harness her mental health experience through Wool Couture is admirable. Her products are a labour of love and her latest book, Robyn Octopus & Friends, is no exception. There's something so wonderful about spending hours creating something and being able to gift that to someone we love or keep it because we're beyond proud of making it. This book is making me want to make my nana proud and pick up my knitting needles once again! I hope it inspires you to do the same.' - Foreword by Sara Davies, from Dragons' Den Snuggle up with Robyn Octopus and friends - all loveable, oversized toys to knit. The soft, chunky yarn and delightful characters will appeal to all, not just children. They make great reading or TV companions and sit at about 70cm tall. As well as 17 different animals to knit and love, including a puffin, an orangutan, a turtle and a unicorn, you can also make Mini Robyn Octopus, Mini Mabel Bunny and Mini Chloe Cat, which are 30-40cm tall. The projects are aimed at beginners to improvers and are suitable for someone who has mastered the basics of knitting. So be inspired, choose a pattern to start and be prepared to fall in love with this collection of adorable toys.