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Knitted Fruit and Vegetables
by Susie Johns

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Hardback

ISBN 13: 9781844487554

Knit some vegetables your family will love, and create a fruit basket your friends will never forget. Susie Johns' bountiful harvest of fresh-looking fruits and vegetables is waiting for you to knit them, so get those needles ready to tackle these quick and satisfying projects. From the apples to the sweetcorn, and the carrots to the turnips, they're all great fun to make, and they provide an enjoyable, simple way to use up those little oddments of yarn. Have fun making a fruit and vegetable display with no sell-by date!

Price: £9.99

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Knitted Toy Travels
by Laura Long

Publisher: David & Charles
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781446301463

Knit your way around the world with this gorgeous collection of animals from across the globe.
A fabulous collection of personality-packed designs that will have you knitting adorable toys in no time! Each of the brightly coloured characters is a joy to knit for all abilities, making them the perfect gift for children or adults alike. The variety of designs and ideas for finishing and embellishing with your choice of fabric and trimmings means limitless potential to create special gifts and keepsakes for everyone. Patterns include a kangaroo, panda, lion, meerkats, giraffe, hippo, reindeer, tiger, parrot, polar bear, monkey, zebra, as well as Ed the Explorer. Running throughout the book are enchanting photographs, illustrations and Laura's fun little rhymes, all of which bring the characters to life with a unique storybook feel.

Price: £14.99

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Knit London
by Emma King

Publisher: Collins & Brown
Edition: Hardback

ISBN 13: 9781908449085

If you've ever wanted to have a piece of London in your own home, this is the book for you. Whether you fancy recreating a ride in a Black Cab, the Changing of the Guard, or a trip to Buckingham Palace, Knit London has the perfect project. Includes patterns for the buildings that make up London's famous skyline, such as Big Ben and the London Eye, as well as quirkier items like the red phone box and a London street sign. This book is a real celebration of what makes London great. Make all the projects and build your own knitted city!

Price: £12.99

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Beautiful Botanical Knits
by Nora Bellows

Publisher: David & Charles
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781446302439

From bright gerbera daisies to an exquisite magnolia, "Beautiful Botanical Knits" is a lush collection of 40 knitted and felted flower patterns that rival the beauty of true botanicals. Nora Bellows flower designs have earned her international acclaim, and she is known for her bright, bold bags and flowers. These handmade creations are the perfect portable project and truly capture the essence of each flower. Only a small amount of wool is required for each flower and the simple instructions make them accessible to even novice knitters.

Price: £14.99

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Knitting For Gold
by Sue McBride

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844487912

Knit your own sports hero using simple knitting techniques. Bully off with field hockey, sprint for the finish with the track stars, or wow the crowd with your doll’s snowboarding prowess; there are twenty dolls just waiting for the signal to go. Imaginative author Sue McBride provides knitting patterns for both male and female dolls, along with all the sports equipment you need to get them ready to win the gold. The clothes and kit range from running shorts to ski-poles, and each project is illustrated clearly, making these knitted dolls a pleasure to make. Perfect as gifts for the sportsman or woman in your life, why not knit a doll in the colours of your favourite team or sports personality? On your marks... Get set... knit!

Price: £7.99

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Knitted Meerkats
by Sue Stratford

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Hardback

ISBN 13: 9781844487745

Meerkats are appealing little creatures and their growing popularity over the last few years has elevated them to something approaching cult status! Now these cutest of creatures have been immortalised in yarn by Susan Stratford, who has created twenty fun and novel characters for you to knit. All of the meerkats in this book are based on the same easy-to-follow pattern, which is then transformed into a bikini-clad beach babe, a rock star (complete with guitar and microphone), a bridal party, a punk rocker (with attitude as well as piercings), a ballerina (who says meerkats can’t be light on their feet?) and a gorgeous little boy meerkat dressed up as a dinosaur, to name just a few.You will love these adorable little knitted animals - and so will anyone you choose to knit them for. Before you know it you’ll be hooked, and well on the way to knitting an entire meerkat clan!

Price: £9.99

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All You Knit is Love
by Debbie Harrold

Publisher: Collins & Brown
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781908449047

What could be more romantic than a hand-knitted gift for the special person in your life? Perfect for Valentine’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries, engagements or weddings, All You Knit is Love contains fifteen knitting patterns to show you care. Knitted characters include animals such as monkeys (’Nuts About You’), penguins (’You’re P-p-p-perfect’) and chicks (’You’re Tweet’), as well as chillies (’Hot Stuff’) and of course the famous pea (’Ha Pea Valentine’s’). So forget flowers and chocolates and say it with knitting.

Price: £5.99

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Mini Christmas Knits
by Sue Stratford

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844487226

Novelty knitters will love this collection of mini Christmas projects to knit ready for the festive season. Susan Stratford has designed twenty different projects, with alternatives in different colour schemes. There are mini Christmas stockings, a holly wreath, reindeer, a snowman, a robin, an egg cosy, a star, a Christmas pudding, gingerbread hearts, a mini Christmas sweater and much more. Full knitting instructions are given, and each project is simply photographed so that knitters have a clear look at the design, and also shown in a sumptuous styled photograph, showing the beautiful possibilities of the finished pieces. There are plenty of ideas for ways of displaying the projects. The mini knits will appeal to those looking for ways to finish up ends of yarn.

Price: £4.99

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'Twas the Knits before Christmas
by Fiona Goble

Publisher: Ivy Press
Edition: Hardback

ISBN 13: 9781907332913

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house...Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse." Clement Clarke Moore's evocative 1822 poem helped to define the story of Santa Claus and has itself has become part of the Christmas tradition in many houses. Twas the Knits Before Christmas celebrates Moore’s poem by presenting it alongside 10 knitting patterns for the characters and props from the story. The book includes instructions for knitting all of the characters in the poem plus a full-size Christmas wreath and stocking. The original poem is presented in its entirety on the flap, so that you can read it alongside the knitting patterns and the fantastic illustrated scenes. The perfect family project book for knitting your own set of Christmas decorations.

Price: £9.99

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55 Christmas Balls to Knit
by Arne & Carlos

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844487813

Who doesn’t love Christmas decorations? They are colorful and festive and bring joy to many both in the making and the decorating. Now Norwegian knitwear design stars Arne and Carlos bring fun-filled holiday crafting to knitters everywhere with their ornamental balls. They are easy to knit, easy to stuff and once you get knitting you won’t want to stop. Inspired by traditional Norwegian patterns each ball is a unique handmade creation ready to become a holiday heirloom. They are ideal for the tree, wreaths, mantels, centerpieces and window dressings, and make perfect gifts for friends and family. This book is bursting with creativity and inspiration, with one set of instructions and 55 patterns pick up your needles and start knitting.

Price: £12.99

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The Twelve Knits of Christmas
by Fiona Goble

Publisher: Ivy Press
Edition: Hardback

ISBN 13: 9781907332906

Now as well as singing the song, you can knit the characters. The Twelve Knits of Christmas brings together 12 charming knitting patterns for making all of the objects, birds, and people mentioned in the song and a beautifully illustrated book containing the words for each verse. Children will love to play with your knitted creations as you sing along together. And the projects can double up as Christmas decorations around your home, centering on the colourful and easy-to-assemble cardboard pear tree tucked into the back of the book - a ready made roosting spot fit for the finest partridge to enjoy.

Price: £9.99

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Gothic Knits
by Fiona MacDonald

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844486489

Create weird and wonderful knitted dolls with a Gothic theme using the knitting patterns in this book. There are clear instructions on making and stuffing the bodies, which are then needlesculpted to create form; colouring and embroidering the faces to give the dolls their unique and spell-binding characters; and creating the hair using fancy yarns, fake hairpieces and hair embellishments. Each doll is artfully and distinctively dressed in knitted outfits and accessories that any Goth would be proud of. The simple patterns mean that knitters of all abilities can enjoy making these gruesome dolls, so pick up your knitting needles and create your very own Gothic characters out of yarns, beads, buttons, ribbons and threads. Each doll can have as many outfits as he or she wants, and all of the items can be made using different colours and yarns to extend their wardrobes still further or to create a unique characters that you have designed yourself. Whether you are knitting for fun, or wish to create an unusual and unforgettable gift for a friend or relative, you will be irresistibly drawn to these loathsome yet loveable creatures.

Price: £10.99

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Knitivity
by Fiona Goble

Publisher: The Ivy Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781907332456

Knitivity heralds a fresh slant on the traditional nativity scene. Designed for people with all levels of knitting skill, it encourages all family members to contribute. Patterns are supplied for Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, the Three Wise Men, Shepherds, Ass, Ox, Sheep, Angel and Star. The Christmas narrative winds its way through the book alongside beautiful artwork and photography.

Price: £9.99

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French Knitting
by Heather Kingsley-Heath

Publisher: Useful Booklet Company
Edition: Spiral-bound booklet

Discover how Heather brings the traditional craft of French knitting up to date with patterns for hand made accessories to knit and stitch. Explore her easy to learn stitch techniques with fifteen simply adorable projects including cute toys and decorations. Create pretty accessories you will want to wear and vintage inspired treats to decorate your home. The 32 page A4 booklet is packed with inspiration which will have you reaching for your knitting bobbins and delving into the yarn basket.

Price: £9.95

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20 to Make: Knitted Egg Cosies
by Susie Johns

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844486342

Egg cosies are a perennial favourite amongst home knitters, and here Susie Johns shows you how to knit them quickly and easily using the simple patterns in this book. Susie's designs are fun, fresh and inspiring, and will appeal to a wide range of knitters. There are 20 egg cosies to choose from and 20 alternative colourways, ranging in style from traditional to contemporary, fun and funky to cute and homely. There are frogs, cottages, woolly hats, teddies, pirates and even ghosts, to name just a few, so there's bound to be something in this book that you will want to knit.

Price: £4.99

Cute Creatures to Knit and Crochet
by Various

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844486076

Create a whole menagerie of creatures, from cute and cuddly mice, dogs, bears, cats and penguins to the weird and wacky world of Fanfan the elephant, Antoinette the chicken and Felix the Martian dog. All the creatures are fun and easy to make using crochet, knitting as well as French knitting applied to a fabric base, and there are clear notes at the beginning of the book on how to assemble the pieces and the knitting and crochet stitches used. Each creature has its own set of step-by-step instructions, together with templates for the fabric pieces, all with by bright and colourful photographs that bring each of the wonderful characters to life.

Price: £10.99

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20 to Make: Knitted Fruit
by Susie Johns

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844485406

Create a fruit basket your friends will never forget! These novelty knitting projects range from quick and easy to more challenging, and cover apples, pears, mangoes, grapes, cherries and more – there's even a banana to unzip. This fun and inventive book provides knitting patterns and instructions to make twenty knitted pieces of fruit. Why not have a go at making yourself a fruit display that'll remain fresh forever?

Price: £4.99

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20 to Make: Knitted Mug Hugs
by Val Pierce

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844486069

Mug cosies are a new and growing trend in home knitting, and are arguably the most stylish way to keep your hot drinks warm. Now you can knit them quickly and easily using the simple patterns in this book. There are 20 'mug hugs' to choose from and 20 alternative colourways, ranging in style from traditional to contemporary, fun and funky to cute and homely. All the designs can be easily adapted to match your home style or colour scheme, or to complement your favourite set of coffee cups. They make fantastic gifts too for special friends and relatives, or indeed anyone you share a coffee with regularly. And why not make a personalised one for each member of your knitting or sewing group, book club or staff room? There are endless possibilities!

Price: £4.99

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20 to Make: Knitted Aliens
by Fiona McDonald

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: Paperback

ISBN 13: 9781844485369

Aliens have landed and have made contact at last! Twenty lifeforms from distant planets have come to Earth to make new friends and learn about humans, and this book shows you how to knit twenty of these friendly creatures. Fiona McDonald's instructions make knitting twenty adorable aliens easy and fun, so blast off and have an adventure with these charming characters.

Price: £4.99

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20 to Make: Knitted Flowers
by Susie Johns

Publisher Search Press
Edition Paperback

Susie Johns has created twenty beautiful flowers that knitters and flower lovers will love to create. Simple, easy-to-follow instructions are provided for each flower, and Susie's inspired choice of wools and novelty yarns make these wonderful projects for anyone interested in contemporary knitting design.

Price: £4.99

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Amigurumi Knits
by Hansi Singh

Publisher CPI
Edition Paperback

Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small stuffed animals and anthropomorphic creatures. Typically they are kooky little animals but they can also be inanimate objects, like vegetables, that are given faces and limbs. This book has 20 designs, including animals and inanimate objects. A knitting basics section will provide instructions for all the techniques needed to make the projects.

Price: £13.00

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Knitted Cakes
by Susan Penny

Publisher Search Press
Edition Paperback

Twenty hand-knitted cakes to make and keep; and twenty more to make and give away! Knitters and textile artists alike will have great fun knitting this mouth-watering selection of muffins, fairy cakes, carrot cake, scrumptious gateaux and more. Using simple, easy-to-follow instructions, no-one will be able to resist knitting at least one of the cakes in this book, if not the entire collection, making a wonderful project for anyone interested in contemporary knitting design.

Price: £4.99

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Wild Tea Cosies
by Loani Prior

Publisher Search Press
Edition Paperback

A good pot of tea is a well-dressed pot of tea!Wild, wacky and adventurous, tea cosies have undergone a radical makeover. Loani Prior's mind-boggling tea cosy designs will motivate knitters everywhere to create their craziest fantasies and most psychedelic imaginings, all in the name of keeping tea warm.• Each of the 24 sculptural projects (inspired by everything from flowering gardens, geometric shapes and coral reefs to scrumptious food and even chickens!) has simple, straightforward instructions and patterns, and gorgeous photographs showing all the design details.

Price: £10.99

Toys to Knit
by Tracy Chapman

Publisher Collins & Brown
Edition Paperback

Adorable, soft and colourful – and just the right size for little hands – knitted toys are the ideal gift for children of all ages. The collection of wonderful knitted toys in this book - many of them complete with their own alternative outfits or additional accessories – will be a welcome addition to any child's cuddly collection.As well as imaginative dolls, traditional animals and a cute teddy, Tracy Chapman has included a selection of nursery toys for the very young child - a ball, blocks with intarsia lettering and a rattle with a bell, for example. The projects range from the simple to more complex, and utilize a wide variety of knitting skills. Each pattern is carefully explained, with clear charts and detailed instructions, so even the less-experienced knitter will find them easy to follow.Whether you want an easily-made gift or a more complex knitting project to really get into, Tracy Chapman's exciting new patterns will inspire you to pick up your needles and get started. Toys to Knit is the companion volume to the forthcoming Toys to Sew, which includes a range of desirable projects to stitch from new author Claire Garland

Price: £8.99

Knitted Toys
by Fiona McTague

Publisher New Holland
Edition Hardback

A strong revival of interest in knitting and the personal touch of a hand-knitted toy make this an irresistable book. Knitted Toys contains 21 designs for a whole range of toys, including finger puppets, a fairy and a penguin, that will appeal to children of all ages. Clear instructions and close-up photographs make this book suitable for beginners as well as experienced knitters.

Price: £14.99

Knitting for Teddies
by Catherine Bouquerel

Publisher David Porteous
Edition Hardback

Here are thirty-five delightful designs to knit for your favourite teddy, and some of the patterns have been especially adapted so that you can knit a matching garment for an infant aged from three to six months. Each pattern includes a detailed list of the materials, needles and accessories required, and the instructions for completing each design are accompanied by line diagrams of all the pattern pieces and colour charts of the motifs.

Price: £15.99

Knits for Barbie Doll
by Nicky Epstein

Publisher Sixth & Spring
Edition Paperback

Here Barbie can wear the popular styles of the 1990s: the sweater jacket, the fuzzy sleeveless shell, and the funky fur coat. Also included are 1940s and 1960s dresses and two wedding dresses. The instructions are clear and the photographs striking; most talented knitters will enjoy this book.

Price: £14.95

Barbie and Me
by Nicky Epstein

Publisher Sixth & Spring
Edition Hardback

Designer Nicky Epstein has come up with a new twist: matching ensembles for Barbie and her young owners too. Including patterns for adults, and for male admirers.

Price: £16.95

Amigurumi
by Annie Obaachan

Publisher Search Press
Edition Paperback

Amigurumi is the Japanese art of making knitted or crocheted stuffed animals, and it is taking the world by storm. These toys can be as simple or as complex as the maker likes - ranging from a tiny fluffy chick to an elaborate textured elephant. This book provides all the information you need to get started, with tips on choosing yarns and needles, and instruction in core techniques.

Price: £12.99

Angels: A Knitter's Dozen
by Gerdine Strong

Publisher XRX Books
Edition Paperback

Learn the basics of lace while knitting exquisite holiday ornaments. This popular collection first appeared as a series in Knitter`s Magazine. Clearly illustrated techniques and step-by-step blocking and finishing directions guarantee first-time success. The series includes ten small angels and two large (tree-top-sized) angels.

Price: £11.99

Knitted Bears
by Claire Garland

Publisher New Holland
Edition Hardback

Knitting and crochet remain extremely popular crafts and the trend for making your own toys shows no signs of slowing. In Knitted Bears these needlecrafts are used as fantastic methods of creating personalised, irresistible toys. Each of the eight bears, including girly Blossom Boo, stubborn Dill and motherly Marigold, has its own wardrobe and accessories, as well as strong characters all of their own! The patterns are clear and easy-to-follow, and the accompanying stunning photographs showcase the charming toys and their mischievous personalities perfectly.

Price: £14.99

Knitted& Felted Toys
By Zoe Halstead

Publisher New Holland
Edition Paperback

A beautiful collection of 26 delightful toys, from cute and cuddly animals to well loved characters. This book has easy-to-follow patterns using both knitting and felted knitting and includes information on yarns and equipment , as well as basic techniques.

Price: £9.99

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