Kids Knitting: Projects for Kids of all Ages
by Melanie Falick
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Author: Melanie FalickBrand: Books
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2003-09-15
ISBN: 1579652417
Number of pages: 128
Publisher: Artisan
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- ISBN13: 9781579652418
- Condition: New
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Book Reviews of Kids Knitting: Projects for Kids of all Ages
Book Review: Great little knitting book!
Summary: 5 Stars
This book presents knitting in a colorful interesting way. The illustrations are easy to follow.
One of the many things I love about this book is that it shows two ways to cast on -- the "single cast on" which is often known as the loop cast on as it creates a row of loops, and also the "knit-on cast-on." I like that includes the old poem for teaching children to knit: Under the fence, catch the sheep, back we come, off we leap -- with a description of each step. Basic knitting stitches are well illustrated, including basic bind-off, knit and purl stitches, basic knit patterns such as garter & stockinette & ribbing & simple cable & seed stitch, also yarnovers, knitting in the round on circular and double-pointed needles, I-cord, picking up dropped stitches, decreasing & increasing, blocking, and how to read a knitting pattern (complete with abbreviations and what they mean).
The basic projects in this book are: the basic bean bag, pocket scarf and hat set, patchwork afghan, garter stitch dolls (cuter than knit dolls in some books), owl & pussycat bath puppets, crazy caterpillar, wraparound ribbed scarf, backpacks, eyeglass/pen case, purse/wallet, wizard's cap, magic spiral tube socks on double-pointed needles (no heel turning for children), swatch scarf, fuzzy felt balls, Curly-Edge Pullover
Also included: how to sew a kids' knitting tote bag from fabric, making tassels, how to donate your projects such as through Caps for Kids or Warm Up America, sewing on buttons, and embroidery stitches with yarn.
There is a section on dying your own yarn with Kool-Aid, sections on "sheep to shawl" which shows the main processes involved with turning wool to yarn. There is also a section on "knitting around the world" which briefly highlights knitting from places such as Ireland, Scotland, Shetland Islands, Russia, Scandinavia, Latvia, South America, the Middle East, and the Salish Indians of Washington State & British Columbia. The last two pages include a list of yarns and places that sell this yarn mail-order along with a sample letter.
Overall, this is a pretty terrific kid's book, and not bad for adults, either.
Summary of Kids Knitting: Projects for Kids of all Ages
Think you're too young? Think you're too old? Author Melanie Falick teaches kids of all ages how to knit with fifteen easy projects, from bouncy beanbags to a rolled-edge sweater. Using straightforward language, step-by-step instructions, and bright candy-colored illustrations, beginners learn the basics, including finer knitting, casting on and binding in the round and shaping. Phototgraphs feature finished projects modeled by a delightful case of young knitters. Best of all, kids get to have fun creating things they can actually use?bookmarks, backpacks, bracelets, and more.Crafts & Hobbies Books
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