Head-to-Toe Winter Knits: 100 Quick and Easy Accessories to Knit

Description

This gorgeous book brings together 100 of the best winter knits from best-selling author and knitting designer, Monica Russel. Previously published in the 20 to Make series, these fabulous designs are quick and easy to make, and include scarves, wrist warmers, hats, boot cuffs, headbands and snoods. With designs for men, women and children in a range of colours and styles, there is something for everyone in this valuable knitting resource. Using material from the following 20 to Make titles: Knitted Boot Cuffs, Easy Knitted Scarves, Knitted Wrist Warmers, Knitted Headbands, Knitted Snoods and Knitted Hats - this book provides a wealth of inspiration with projects that will become an essential part of your winter wardrobe!

Monica Russel is a qualified teacher and art therapist, and has worked in schools, further education and mental health services. In 2009, she set up a knitting and cake-stand making business using her creative skills. Monica designs all her own patterns and sells her knitting kits, which use only natural fibres, through her website. She attends many craft and knitting fairs and loves craft challenges. Since setting up her craft business, she has had patterns featured in knitting magazines and books. Her work can be seen at theknitknacks.co.uk

This book has just arrived and I was surprised by how many projects were included. I have already have her book of wrist warmers that are included but with so many hats, scarfs, headbands and cute boot cuffs, you will be spoilt for choice. The projects use a variety of different yarn weights, colours and the instructions are easy to follow so you can make the items to suit you. Excellent photography and a lovely solid book. -- Latona Sewell * Customer review * This book contains lots of lovely knits which are nicely laid out with well written patterns. There is a nice variety of colours and yarn types used. With some straightforward patterns alongside those with different stitches, colourwork and cabling there should be enough variety to keep most knitters happy. I am a fairly new knitter and the hardest part is trying to decide what to make first! -- Nicola Farrington * Customer review * An absolute must have book for any knitter, it's packed full of beautiful patterns for hats, scarves, gloves, snoods and so much more! The instructions with each pattern are clear and concise. There is also a full list of abbreviations used throughout the book leaving no room for confusion. I really like this book and I think perhaps my first make will be a pair of boot cuffs. -- Jan Buckley * Customer review * My first impression was WOW as i opened the book and it does not disappoint. A variety of patterns, some making lovely gifts (boot cuffs for my grandson is one). The patterns use straight and circular needles, one colour wool or several. This book would suit a beginner to knitting and as they build their skills so they could explore the more complicated patterns. An all round excellent book. -- Karen Turton * Customer review * This is a compilation of the various Twenty to Make books featuring patterns for scarves, wrist warmers, headbands, snoods, hats and boot cuffs. It is a mix of easy and more complex designs comprising lace, cables and colourwork. Specific yarns are not named but are described as 'light DK alpaca' or 'light worsted Aran' for example. A degree of experience is assumed as there is no section on techniques, but this would be a useful book for making gifts for anyone who is moving on from the beginner stage, as none of the projects are too large or complicated. -- Rita Taylor * Slipknot Magazine (Issue 162) - March 2019 * You cannot beat 100 patterns for this price. A good variety of hand knitting patterns including hats, all manner of scarves and neck, wrist and leg warmers, cuffs, boot toppers, all manner of gloves and mitts plus headgear. From plain knits to stripes, cable, fair-isle, lacy and more. This book of big patterns has big appeal. Designs are mainly for women, over 90% with a few men's designs and children's designs. Clear photos and easy to follow pattern instructions. -- Karen Platt * www.karenplatt.co.uk * This latest book from designer Monica Russel comes at the perfect time as we head into winter. Featuring 100 quick and easy knits, the fabulous collection of designs include scarves, wrist warmers, hats, boots, cuffs, headbands and snoods. Perfect for all the family, this colourful collection will be a winter bookshelf essential and is ideal for beginner knitters who are looking to experiment and expand their skill set. * Knit Now, Issue 95 * Here are 100 quick and easy designs to make including scarves, wrist warmers, hats, boot cuffs, headbands and snoods. The designs are for all the family and there's a wealth of inspiration with projects that will become part of any winter wardrobe. * Machine Knitting Monthly *