Knitted Gifts offers more than 30 projects for every gift-giving occasion. Designs include garments and accessories for the entire family as well as gifts for four-legged friends and the home.

Knitted Gifts unusual and inspired projects range from beautiful hats, bags, scarves, socks, mittens, and gloves to unique gifts such as a felted oven mitt, napkin rings, baby blocks, a hobby hourse, a catnip mouse, a car-seat-friendly baby bunting, floral ballet shoes, and much, much more. From classic to contemporary projects that are innovative in style, these projects are designed by a variety of top knitwear designers, including Nancy Bush, Mags Kandis, Pam Allen, Veronik Avery, Chrissy Gardiner, Marta McCall, Kathy Merrick, Kristin Nicholas, Ann Budd, and more.

Knitted Gifts focuses on smaller projects that can be created in a relatively short period of time - perfect for those last-minute gifts. But, there are also a few heirloom-quality masterpieces for those knitters that want to give something extra special to loved ones. Projects range from easy-to-knit to more involved - an ideal book for all levels.

Introduction

The Gift of Giving

Herringbone Scarf—Gregory Courtney
Folded Tweed Bag—Kathy Merrick
Hourglass Rib Socks—Chrissy Gardiner
Fair Isle Pillow—Kristin Nicholas
Curry & Spice Hat & Scarf—Kathy Zimmerman
Quick Coasters—Ann Budd
Hobby Horse—Ann Budd
Learn-to Dishrag—Therese Inverso
Transitions Hat & Scarf—Ruthie Nussbaum
Felted Oven Mitts—Therese Inverso
Wool Lint Juggling Balls—Therese Inverso
Gentleman’s Scarf—Véronik Avery
Fresco Leg Warmers—Pam Allen
Texter Gloves—Kim Hamlin
Candle Cozy—Ann Budd
Motor Baby Bunting—Kathy Ticho
Knitter’s Duo—Mags Kandis
Neck Warmer Hat—Elissa Sugishita
Coffee Clutch—Ann Budd
Felted Catnip Mouse—Therese Inverso
Evening Lace—Cecily Glowik MacDonald
Bobble Bookmarks—Ann Budd
Winter Sky Hat & Mittens—Judith L. Swartz
Sugar & Spice Blanket—Jolene Treace
Ulla’s Scarf—Nancy Bush
Shaadi Mitts—Jaya Srikrishnan
Ruffled Bottle Sleeve—Ann Budd
His & Her Socks—Ann Budd
Ballet Flats—Marta McCall
Animal Crackers—Jolene Treace
Fuzzy Slipper Socks—Ann Budd
Alphabet Blocks—Kim Hamlin
Headband—Ann Budd
Fair Isle Napkin Rings—Therese Inverso
Felted Mohair Scarves—Mags Kandis
Felted Hot Pads—Therese Inverso
Cable & Twist Pillow—Vicki Square

Abbreviations
Glossary
Sources for Yarns
Contributors
Index

Ann Budd is a book editor and former senior editor of Interweave Knits magazine. She is the author of The Handy Book series, Getting Started Knitting Socks, Simple Style, and co-author of Wrap Style, Bag Style, and Color Style (all Interweave). She lives in Boulder, Colorado.

 

"Clever twists on time-honoured designs make these patterns special."--The Knitter (UK)

"The title says "gifts", but who says you can't gift yourself? These little projects are also great teaching and learning tools with a variety of knitting levels and techniques. The patterns are of that earthy modern style that Ann Budd and Interweave have come to characterize."--Knitty.com

"It's the first knitted gift book to catch my eye in a long time. These projects are classy-they may be whimsical when appropriate, but they're often also subdued and elegant, practical and pretty. They'll stand up tall against any store-bought gift, fitting examples of the full potential of knitted gifts. And best of all, the projects are as knittable as they are attractive. The patterns are well-edited and easy to follow, the photography shows you quite clearly what you're doing, the layout is inviting, and the overall execution is clean and flawless."-Clara Parkes, editor, Knitter’s Review

"Clever and easy-to-make gifts that are sure to please. There are over three dozen projects in the book and every one of them is a winner."--Knit 'N' Style

"5 out of 5 stars. Unusual and inspired knitted gifts for all occasions. I think it should be very popular."--Knitting News

"Thirty-seven patterns. That’s huge! And-I can’t remember the last time I said this-there’s not a loser in the bunch.... It’s the outside-the-box touches like these that make me appreciate these designs."-KnittingScholar.com

"Irresistible... There's something here for just about every recipient, knitters of every skill level and projects that need to be completed in every time frame." -About.com Guide to Knitting

"The expected array of outerwear, socks and home decor is all here, but it's the unexpected touches that stand out." -Yarn Market News

"Quick gratification with stylish, unique projects that run the gamut from simple (scarves) to more advanced (rugs)."--American Statesman

"A great collection."--Knit Today Magazine, January 2010