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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A full year's inspiration from the world-renowned designer -- --Image Interiors, September 2010
About the Author
Debbie Bliss is one of the foremost designers and authors of hand knitting patterns in both the UK and US and increasingly in Europe and Asia. Her bestselling books have earned her a dedicated army of fans who adore her stylish, easy-to-make designs. Her most recent books, Simply Baby, Essential Baby and Essential Kids, all demonstrate her flair for creating beautiful, practical and stylish garments for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers. In 2008 she launched Debbie Bliss Knitting Magazine - which was a sell out; and is now published each Spring and Autumn. She has designed knitwear for Baby Gap but now concentrates on developing her own range of yarns and designs highly wearable garments with universal appeal. Renowned for its quality, Debbie's yarn range is widely available throughout the UK, US and Canada, in most good knitting stores and available to order online.
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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By EmmaH
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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.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Lady K8
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.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By R. E. Quinn
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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.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lots of seasonal knits
After you've master scarfs and there coming out if your ears this gives you knowledge and ideas for some a bit different in each season
Published 4 days ago by mary oliver
5.0 out of 5 stars
The knitter's year
I belong to a knitting circle and some of the ladies already had the book, I was impressed by the variety of patterns. Read more
Published 5 months ago by sandra dowling
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 13 months ago by cals08
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 18 months ago by Rachel
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 18 months ago by Maever
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 22 months ago by researchmummy
3.0 out of 5 stars
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 22 months ago by Mrs. J. A. Hafid
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 24 months ago by Julia
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 on 11 April 2011 by The Falconers
5.0 out of 5 stars
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 on 17 Mar 2011 by Ash
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