Knitting for Children: 35 Simple Knits Kids Will Love to Make!

Description

Get crafty and learn how to knit 35 amazing children's projects! Split into five sections, Knitting for Children, will teach you and your child everything you need to know about how to knit. With a section explaining the basic tools and techniques of knitting, you will be well prepared to make any of the fun and creative projects included in the book. With chapters for 'Warm and Cosy Knits', 'Accessories', 'Bedroom Essentials' and 'Playtime', there will be projects to suit every child and every occasion! From Snake Scarves and Mouse Mittens, to Flowers, Rainbow Pillows and Aliens, there may even be projects that you will want to make too! Aimed at children aged 5 and upwards, these easy-to-follow patterns are specially designed to teach children how to knit. Complete with step-by-step photography, the art of knitting has never been easier!

Claire is a textile designer specialising in knitting and crochet, constructing fabrics, garments, creatures and accessories that are fun, quirky and modern. She designs and sells a range of knitted accessories, toys and garments under her website Monty Knits (montyknits.blogspot.co.uk). She has also written Easy Baby Knits, published by CICO Books, made puppets for music videos, contributes patterns and articles to craft magazines and books, and writes, edits and consults on craft books as well as exhibiting her own work. Claire runs knitting classes for adults and for children of all levels and abilities. She is currently based in Cambridgeshire.