Knight shares her special tricks of the trade, proving that you can make wonderful, original items for yourself at the same time as mastering a repertoire of skills.

Knitting is such a wonderful pastime! And it's especially nice when your projects work up quickly and easily, like these 12 patterns. Just look at some of the special things you can create: a wrap blooming with flowering vines, an oh-so-sweet teddy bear, a warm sweater for your dog, and a colorful felted purse. Make these designs for friends, family, or yourself. You'll be surprised how fast you finish each one. Knit up some fun! 12 accessories to make and share: Felted Purse; Clutch; Textured Purse; Textured Stripes Afghan; Dog Sweater; Flowered Stole; Hat; Mittens; Toe Up Socks; Blue Booties; Pink Booties; and Teddy Bear.

All knitters want to create something attractive that shows off their skills--and beginners and intermediates who have little time and patience for difficult patterns will love these 25 simple, wearable jackets. And every piece can be completed in relatively short order, thanks to the easy-to-follow instructions and well-thought-out designs. Knit a sporty Aran tweed car coat knit with triple strands of fuschia yarn. Cuddle up in a fluffy white jacket with a big ribbed collar and matching belt that can double as a scarf. Celebrate spring with a classy lightweight sleeveless jacket in cheerful yellow. Color photos of the finished garments capture their chic, contemporary style. A Selection of the Crafters Choice Book Club.

The perfect book for anyone looking to make unique outfits and toys for kids, Baby Knits Made Easy will inspire knitters of all skill level with more than 50 projects. Simple hats, blankets, and nursery items can be made in just a few hours! More advanced patterns such as a jacket, Fair Isle jumper, and an adorable toy will inspire the experienced knitter. Patterns include options for boys and girls, in addition to patterns and specifically for newborns and toddlers, from blankets and beanie hats to a trendy knitted dress. Most patterns are easily adaptable to suit ages 0-3 years.

The World of Knitting Right at Your Fingertips More than a how-to book, A Passion for Knitting goes beyond teaching the craft and introduces readers to the culture of knitting. In Part I, you'll find fully illustrated instructions for learning stitches and mastering technique, presented with unprecedented clarity. They're so simple that you really can learn without a teacher. With this book in hand -- and no prior experience -- you will be able to knit a gorgeous sweater, scarf, or throw. Next, Part II welcomes new knitters to the worldwide knitting community, exploring the myriad benefits this popular craft has to offer. This section, unique among all other guides, invites readers to Tap into the power of knitting as a means of reducing stress and expressing creativity Meet the design "gurus" and other stars of the knitting world Discover opportunities for fellowship and networking with other knitters in clubs, conventions, and unique cultural fiber tours to countries ranging from England to Peru Use their knitting skills to meaningfully support charities Learn about the fashion trends in knitting from Trisha Malcolm, editor in chief of Vogue Knitting

Readers love to visit USA Today bestselling author Barbara Bretton's Sugar Maple. There's just one problem-it's fallen off the map! Chloe is always losing things-but an entire town? Just when she was about to settle down in Sugar Maple with her soul-mate Luke MacKenzie, her Fae enemy Isadora strikes, and her new hometown is gone. Even the Book of Spells, her lifeline to magick, can't help her now. Just in the nick of time, her friend Janice roars up in Chloe's ancient Buick with Penny the cat and her yarn stash in tow. If she is going to save her home she has to go back to Salem, where family secrets and centuries- old feuds pull her into the fight of her life.