Baby Knits for Beginners by Debbie Bliss, Sandra Lousada (Photographer)

Synopsis

From the queen of children’s knitwear designers -- a step-by-step guide for new knitters.

International bestseller, Debbie Bliss is the foremost knitwear designer for babies and children. Renowned for her stylish yet simple designs, Debbie reveals her secrets for those who have never before picked up a knitting needle. She guides you through all the basic techniques and then features essential knitting steps for each design.

Baby Knits for Beginners is packed with basic instructions, from how to cast on and get the right tension, to simple shaping and the key knitting stitches -- all accompanied by detailed colour illustrations and photographs. With fifteen designs ranging from baby blankets and a beanie hat to simple cardigans and sweaters Baby Knits for Beginners is full of quick, easy-to-follow styles.

Library Journal

The author of more than a dozen books of knitwear designs and instruction, Bliss here targets the absolute beginner. The 15 designs feature classical lines, beautiful natural fibers, and comfortable garments that little ones can get in and out of easily. This book takes the reader every step of the way through each of the projects, beginning with a simple garter-stitch scarf and then on to a baby blanket, sachets, hats, sweaters, booties, and socks. Many projects appear to have been designed to teach a particular skill. A pillow with buttons, for example, teaches seed stitch and how to make a bound-off buttonhole. Garments are for newborns through 36 months. One caution: the yarns recommended are from the author's own line of yarn, not widely available throughout the United States but sold by many web-based yarn vendors as well as in a number of local yarn stores. Recommended especially for large public libraries and where demand warrants. Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information.

Biography

Debbie Bliss is one of today’s best-known knitwear designers. With a string of bestselling titles to her name, she regularly tours Canada and the U.S. giving workshops. She has her own Debbie Bliss yarn brand which is sold worldwide.