Hats Gloves Scarves: Easy Designer Knits for Family and Friends

Hats Gloves Scarves: Easy Designer Knits for Family and Friends
by Louisa Harding

Hats Gloves Scarves: Easy Designer Knits for Family and Friends
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Author: Louisa Harding
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-10-28
ISBN: 0600612554
Number of pages: 144
Publisher: Hamlyn

Book Reviews of Hats Gloves Scarves: Easy Designer Knits for Family and Friends

Book Review: A beautiful book
Summary: 5 Stars

I was so excited to receive this, and I wasn't disappointed as I flipped through it. The designs are timeless and classic, not a bunch of novelty yarn nightmares!! I could see making almost everything in here.

As one reviewer pointed out, everything is done of 2 needles. I find this a great plus, not a negative. I have just learned to do hats in the round and know how to change a pattern from flat to circular knitting if I want. I haven't done mittens or gloves in the round, so I am excited to find these wonderful patterns knit with 2 needles. When I learn how to do those items in the round, then I can always modify the patterns to be circular if I want.

The yarns used are somewhat pricey(Rowen, Jaeger, Debbie Bliss). So, you may want to substitute. At yarndex.com you can search for the yarns by name to find out what the weight of each yarn is. This will help greatly in substituting. I wrote down the weight of each yarn by the pattern for future reference. It didn't take long to do either.

The designs are beautiful and, I think, would satisfy both the beginner and the more experienced. This may be the only book on hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves that I may ever buy.

Summary of Hats Gloves Scarves: Easy Designer Knits for Family and Friends

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.

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