Soft + Simple Knits for Little Ones: 45 Easy Projects - Softcover

Reseña del editor

Colorful Handknit Clothes and Toys for Babies, Tots and Kids

This book is packed with tons of bright and cute handknits to make for the special little ones in your life, whether you're a beginner or an expert knitter. Best of all, every design is functional and touchable, guaranteed to get plenty of use and love. From a cozy stroller blanket with clever ties and a pocket for a small stuffed bear, to a cotton rollneck sweater with an intarsia giraffe, this book has something to make any wee one happy.

Inside Soft + Simple Knits for Little Ones, you'll find:

• An easy-to-follow illustrated techniques section that will teach beginners knitting basics
• Patterns for irresistible toys, including a trio of hand puppets, lovable fairy dolls and a castle purse complete with a cast of royal finger puppets to fit inside
• Patterns for comfy, fun clothes babies and kids will actually want to wear, like a stylish and warm swing jacket with matching mittens, a fleecy-soft shark sweater and even a foxy stole for pint-sized fashionistas

Biografía del autor

Artist Heidi Boyd creates innovative craft projects for children using a philosophy toward surprise and accessibility. She's contributed proprietary projects to the kids' section of Better Homes and Gaardens, Crayola Kids and FamilyFun magazines. Her work is featured in many Meredith Corporation's craft publications including Crafts for Little Kids, Incredibly Awesome Crafts for Kids, Simply Handmade, Halloween Fun and 501 Fun-to-Make Family Crafts. With a degree in fine arts, she has been an art instructor to children in schools and art centres for over a decade while pursuing her vocation as an illustration artist. She lives in Des Moines, Iowa, with her husband Jon, and sons Jasper and Elliot.