Faux Taxidermy Knits

Author: Louise Walker
Publisher: David & Charles
ISBN: 1446366367
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 314

Book Description
From fox stoles to wall-mounted moose heads to tiger rugs—hip projects that will unleash the animal lover in every knitter! Faux Taxidermy Knits offers you fifteen fabulously quirky and fun knitting patterns that tap into the massive trend for taxidermy-inspired craft projects with an ironic twist! Split into two sections, wearables and habitat, this unique book includes knitting patterns from moose and badger wall hangings and tiger rugs to fox stoles and paw mittens for the modern, young knitter looking for something different and new to create. The style of the book is contemporary and fun with modern-retro photography to compliment the quirky nature of the projects. “Capture the essence of stately home chic (and pretend you’re an extra from Downton Abbey) with the selection of kitsch knitting patterns inside Faux Taxidermy Knits.” —Interweave “Some of the patterns are brilliant. For example, the ‘tigerskin’ rug is a masterpiece.” —WendyKnits “A wonderful book for the quirky, whimsical and curious . . . and no animals will be harmed!” —DemonicProgress

The Knitter's Activity Book

Author: Sincerely Louise
Publisher: Collins & Brown
ISBN: 9781911163596
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
From a platypus scarf to a giant crocodile rug, this fabulous activity book features animal-themed knitting patterns and fun puzzles, stories and quizzes to knock your socks off. Louise Walker, also known as Sincerely Louise, presents a selection of her favourite knits for you to try out. Including patterns for both home and to wear, this book includes mini animal trophy heads, triceratops slippers, a lion mug coaster and a giant balloon dog for you to recreate at home. Also, knit along to the ‘Lola the Polar Bear Moves’ comic and create a killer whale, raccoon, corgi, meerkat and a toucan, among many other adorable animals. But this book is not just packed with patterns – have a go at the crafty crossword, the ‘Find the Fibre’ wordsearch, The Knitter’s Arms pub quiz, Louise’s scrap yarn challenge, and many more. Each project is easy to make, only using a basic range of stitches, increases and decreases, so is perfect for beginners wanting to knit something impressive straight away or experienced knitters who are looking for exciting patterns.

Animal Heads

Author: Vanessa Mooncie
Publisher: GMC Publications
ISBN: 9781784940645
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Inside this colourful book there are 10 trophy animals to choose from. The projects vary in level of complexity and there is a comprehensive techniques section to help you learn all the necessary skills.

Woodland Knits

Author: Stephanie Dosen
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781627100243
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Presents over twenty knitting patterns incorporating flowers, vines, or woodland creatures in the designs, including scarves, hats, and mittens.

My Knitted Doll

Author: Louise Crowther
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446374238
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 320

Book Description
Create twelve dolls and over fifty garments and accessories to dress them in with this wonderful collection, featuring easy-to-follow instructions. Make an adorable, knitted doll for the little person in your life. Children will love all twelve dolls in this knitting pattern collection which has been designed to provide the perfect playmate. Each doll has their own personality and style—whether it’s Faye with her cute bunny ear hast and cozy boots, or Jane with her chic beret and Breton top. There is a doll here to suit everyone. The step-by-step instructions show you how to make the twelve individual dolls, but you could also mix and match the outfits, hairstyles, and colors to create the perfect doll for you. My Knitted Doll is not for the absolute beginner knitter but will appeal to knitters who do have a basic understanding of the craft. Having said that, the instructions are presented succinctly with easy-to-follow diagrams, with charts for intarsia and other designs.

Easy Knit Dishcloths

Author: Helle Benedikte Neigaard
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
ISBN: 1589239563
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 63

Book Description
Easy Knit Dishcloths teaches knitting through a step-by-step illustrated "knitting school" and a collection of 13 easy, modern, stashbuster projects.

Fun and Fantastical Slippers to Knit

Author: Mary Scott Huff
Publisher: Creative Publishing International
ISBN: 1589238214
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 130

Book Description
The twenty knit slippers and socks in this book are designed in sizes to fit kids to adults, guys and gals alike.

The Geography of the Imagination

Author: Guy Davenport
Publisher: David R. Godine Publisher
ISBN: 9781567920802
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 404

Book Description
In the 40 essays that constitute this collection, Guy Davenport, one of America's major literary critics, elucidates a range of literary history, encompassing literature, art, philosophy and music, from the ancients to the grand old men of modernism.

Britain

Author: Andrew Whittaker
Publisher: Thorogood Publishing
ISBN: 1854186272
Category : British
Languages : en
Pages : 373

Book Description
British culture is strewn with names that strike a chord the world over such as Shakespeare, Churchill, Dickens, Pinter, Lennon and McCartney. This book examines the people, history and movements that have shaped Britain as it now is, providing key information in easily digested chunks.

Knit & Purl Pets

Author: Claire Garland
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446351017
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 187

Book Description
Knitting continues to be the No.1 needlecrafts hobby, with knitted animals a perennial favorite Knitting patterns for pets include a menagerie of animals readers have always wanted to create. Many of the projects include knitting instructions for accessories such as a dog bed and yummy carrots for the rabbits. The patterns make ideal knitting for beginners and the more advanced, with knitting techniques ranging from easy knit and purl to sock knitting styles on double pointed needles.