The Craft Library Knits For Hats Gloves Scarves

There is something very comforting about being wrapped up against the winter elements, and this book offers a collection of desirable handknitted accessories that you won't want to be without. Whether you knit them for yourself or for your loved ones, you will find a project to inspire you. The designs are modern, stylish and fun; the patterns, easy, approachable and quick to knit. A simple knowledge of the most basic knitting skills is all you need to tackle the projects and there are plenty of helpful hints on how to adapt the designs for the whole family. When every accessory can be knitted in just a few hours you'll enjoy the knitting - and the wearing, wrapped up cosy and warm.

Knits for Hats, Gloves & Scarves aims to offer a collection of desirable handknitted accessories. Whether you knit them for yourself or for your loved ones, you are sure to find a project to inspire you. The designs are modern, stylish and fun; the patterns, easy, approachable and quick to knit. A simple knowledge of the most basic knitting skills is all you need to tackle the projects.

There is something very comforting about being wrapped up against the winter elements, and this book offers a collection of desirable handknitted accessories that you won't want to be without. Whether you knit them for yourself or for your loved ones, you will find a project to inspire you. The designs are modern, stylish and fun; the patterns, easy, approachable and quick to knit. A simple knowledge of the most basic knitting skills is all you need to tackle the projects and there are plenty of helpful hints on how to adapt the designs for the whole family. When every accessory can be knitted in just a few hours you'll enjoy the knitting - and the wearing, wrapped up cosy and warm.

Not only is a knitted hat, pair of gloves, or a scarf a thoughtful and useful handmade gift, it's also one that's easy to make. Louisa Harding writes and designs for Vogue Knitting, Knitting magazine, and other publications, and knitters of all skill levels will love her simple patterns with uncomplicated finishing techniques for these handy accessories. Illustrated with handsome and instructional photographs, these great designs can be adapted for the whole family. Knitters can learn fun ways to embellish their creations with ribbons, beads, or embroidery, and there are also helpful tips and hints throughout, from how to measure proper length for a scarf to making the perfect pom-pom.

Knit one and bead too: these patterns combine two favorite crafts for breathtaking results.

Beginning knitters often learn to knit scarves because they're quick and easy to complete. But don't abandon scarves just because you're an accomplished knitter! This amazing collection of 47 knit hats and scarves contains so many great projects, you'll want to knit them all. You can knit for yourself, babies and kids, men and women, friends and family - no matter their style or location. You'll find projects that are easy to knit, with basic stitches and few color changes. You'll be inspired by the projects that are a little more complex, with new stitches and a variety of colors and types of yarns. And you'll be delighted with the variety, because there truly is something for everyone. Designs include scarves that are elegant, warm and cozy, lacy, and glitzy scarves, as well as a faux fur collar & cuffs, a chic cowl & cuffs, ski bands, an easy roll-brim hat, a funky hemmed hat, a triangular scarf, and a child's patriotic hat. Stapled; 64 pages.

Includes, beginning Sept. 15, 1954 (and on the 15th of each month, Sept.-May) a special section: School library journal, ISSN 0000-0035, (called Junior libraries, 1954-May 1961). Also issued separately.