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A full year's inspiration from the world-renowned designer -- --Image Interiors, September 2010
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Anyone who has caught the knitting bug will know that knitters never like to be without a project on the go. So what could be better than a compendium of 52 handknit designs that will take every knitter all the way through an entire year? Each of the projects in The Knitter's Year has been designed to be made in a week or less, with some being as quick to knit up as a rainy afternoon or a couple of evenings. Designs include homewares, accessories and things to wear. They range from a sumptuous yet simple chunky scarf, which takes a few balls of yarn, to the adorable Easter-bunny egg cosies, which can be made using remnants of yarn leftover from larger projects. Divided into the four seasons, the book features spring-time ideas such as a floral corsage and some fingerless gloves, plus homeware items including a shelf edging and lacy bolster cushion. Following are summery projects like a beach bag, simple tank and string shopping bag. Moving into Autumn, Debbie gives ideas for a back-to-school iPod cover and simple beret and scarf. Finally Winter, where knits really come into their own with snug socks, slippers, and even ideas for Christmas gifts and tree decorations. The collection provides a blissful year of inspiration from a leading knitter to either make for yourself or to give as a special gift.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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The Knitter's Year is designed to give you a project every week of the year cycling through the four seasons. It consists of useful and decorative items for you to make.
I did note that because the author is trying to find 52 things for you to make that there are a few repeats in here i.e gloves and scarfs and cushions and bags appear more than once as projects.
I had a go at a couple of the quick projects and found them fairly simple and easily explained and a couple of the larger projects (bags and cushions) looked interesting and may take care of some winter evenings for me this year.
If however like my local wool shop your's doesn't stock Miss Bliss's wool any other brand of the same type will do.
A few of the projects were a bit too frou frou for me but if you enjoy making lots of decorative things for your home you will enjoy this book.
I did note that because the author is trying to find 52 things for you to make that there are a few repeats in here i.e gloves and scarfs and cushions and bags appear more than once as projects.
I had a go at a couple of the quick projects and found them fairly simple and easily explained and a couple of the larger projects (bags and cushions) looked interesting and may take care of some winter evenings for me this year.
If however like my local wool shop your's doesn't stock Miss Bliss's wool any other brand of the same type will do.
A few of the projects were a bit too frou frou for me but if you enjoy making lots of decorative things for your home you will enjoy this book.
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
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Another knitting book on amazon Vine - lucky old me. And this didn't disappoint. So often I buy knitting magazines or books and only truly like a couple of patterns at most. As with the recent Erika Knight book, I found myself spoilt for choice. Loved the lace cushion, peg bag, tie on cushion, pencil case, knitting bag and the lacy scarf.
That said, there are quite a few fillers here. Flower pot covers, anyone? And, to be honest, I'm never going to knit a wash cloth - what's wrong with a flannel for those odd occasions when you need one? Nor was I quite convinced by the idea of knitting myself a bead necklace, beach flags, pan handler or a lacy shelf edging. Perhaps a bit too much striving to be innovative, but some lovely ideas and patterns overall, many suitable for using up oddments, and all displaying Bliss' usual flair for colour, texture and design.
That said, there are quite a few fillers here. Flower pot covers, anyone? And, to be honest, I'm never going to knit a wash cloth - what's wrong with a flannel for those odd occasions when you need one? Nor was I quite convinced by the idea of knitting myself a bead necklace, beach flags, pan handler or a lacy shelf edging. Perhaps a bit too much striving to be innovative, but some lovely ideas and patterns overall, many suitable for using up oddments, and all displaying Bliss' usual flair for colour, texture and design.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I love this book but I must admit out of the 52 projects I will probably only be inspired to actually knit 5 or 6 of the patterns. I do however think all of the items are beautiful. The book is really well presented and just looking at the pictures makes me want to make something. It has a shabby chic feel to it and I like looking at the background as much as the knitted projects.
Things i like - bags, scarves, cushions, lavender bags and door stop
Things I don't like (much) - baby things and Christmas decorations
I would recommend this book to people who can knit and have loads of patterns and ideas and not to people who are beginners as there is no help or advice included, however most of the projects are quite simple and the instructions easy to follow.
Things i like - bags, scarves, cushions, lavender bags and door stop
Things I don't like (much) - baby things and Christmas decorations
I would recommend this book to people who can knit and have loads of patterns and ideas and not to people who are beginners as there is no help or advice included, however most of the projects are quite simple and the instructions easy to follow.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Lots of lovely ideas!
This book is split into four sections of knitting patterns: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Each section has lots of lovely ideas which could make a gift for any age. Read more
Published 1 month ago by cals08
Brilliant
I wanted a book with up-to-date patterns and designs i could change the colour of to make modern. I have found lots in this book from basic to elaborate and they are all really... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Rachel
An excellent book.
This is my first Debbie Bliss book and it turned out to be an excellent book, with projects ranging from beginners to advanced. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Maever
Loved it!
I loved the idea of this book themed by season with 52 quick knits and it didn't disappoint. Already underway with the stylish summer scarf and the mini Xmas trees - so cute -... Read more
Published 10 months ago by researchmummy
The Knitters Year
Great book . Lovely patterns for all abilities. Although if you use the recommended wool you will end up paying about £50 to knit a scarf!!!!
Published 10 months ago by Mrs. J. A. Hafid
Fantastic Book!
I LOVE this book! My mother in law was given this book as a present from a friend and showed it to me. She had made the knitted hangers for me for my Birthday and I loved them! Read more
Published 12 months ago by Julia
brilliant book
A beautiful book to look at, instructions that are easy to follow and items for every part of the year. For gifts or for yourself as quickly knitted items for fun. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Susan Falconer
Lovely book
My girlfriend is an avid knitter and loves this book. It contains great patterns that are not too traditional but also not crazy modern. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Ash
Lots of ideas and inspirations
I am really enjoying this book, I like the way its organised and the photos. I've had it several weeks and am still flicking through it - I've made the lavender bags and I've made... Read more
Published 15 months ago by arty crafty
Excellent purchase
Bought this book after receiving a recommendation from a friend - so glad I did. Truly excellent and well worth the money.
Published 15 months ago by scottie
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