Easy Knits: Over 25 Simple Designs for Babies, Children and Adults [Paperback]

Debbie Bliss (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 17, 2002

Over 25 simple designs for babies, children and adults

Would you like to knit something gorgeous for a new baby, but don’t have weeks to spend on it? Or are you relatively new to knitting and looking for a simple, foolproof design that will give you great results? Easy Knits is a fantastic collection of over 25 simple designs for babies, children and adults.

*Over 25 designs that are simple and quick to knit
*Original and fun projects, designed in bestselling author Debbie Bliss’s unique style, for all age groups
*Includes everything from a baby’s jacket with tie bow and booties to a belted cardigan for a toddler and an adult’s Guernsey-style sweater

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Debbie Bliss is one of today’s most well-known knitwear designers. With several internationally bestselling titles, she regularly tours the US, Canada, and Europe, giving lectures and leading workshops. She lives in London with her husband and two children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin; 1st edition (January 17, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312290144
• ISBN-13: 978-0312290146
• Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #838,727 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #34 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Expert Advice > Debbie Bliss

More About the Author

Debbie Bliss is the foremost knitwear designer for children. With a string of bestselling titles to her name, she regularly tours the US, Canada and other countries, giving lectures and doing workshops and has her own Debbie Bliss branded yarn range which is sold worldwide. Debbie lives in London with her husband and two children. Her website is www.debbiebliss.freeserve.co.uk.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Practiced beginner projects that make you look experienced, July 29, 2004

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Rebecca Schiefelbein (Portland, OR) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Easy Knits: Over 25 Simple Designs for Babies, Children and Adults (Paperback)

I haven't knitted for 15 years (which basically makes me a beginner again) and wanted to pick it back up now that I'm home with our new baby. Because I didn't want to spend months just knitting scarves but knowing I wasn't ready to attempt complicated designs, I tried this book. I practiced some stiches on scrap yarn, then started with one of the infant sweaters. It was fairly easy as long as I took my time at some of the shaping areas. The outcome was wonderful even though I used less-expensive yarn (Debbie Bliss yarns are beautiful but expensive) that had the same gauge. All of the designs are charming - most are for infants and toddlers with a few for adult women. The patterns are easy to read and I especially like that she includes finished measurements so that I could knit in a few extra rows for my daughter who is a bit taller than the standard measurements. So if you are a beginning knitter who is now comfortable with common stitches you can knit these designs and end up with more than just another scarf in your closet.

25 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Winner!!!, January 10, 2002

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A Customer - See all my reviews

This review is from: Easy Knits: Over 25 Simple Designs for Babies, Children and Adults (Paperback)

I LOVE this book. I must admit that I do own all that Debbie Bliss has published-- but this is really a great book. I am already making the Fair Isle Dress for my daughter-- and I LOVE the mohair pillows and throw. Also some adorable layette items,
and classy womens wrap sweaters. Another magnificent Debbie Bliss knitting book to add to your collection!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice basic patterns, August 20, 2007

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Guide Mum "Lexina" (New Zealand) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Easy Knits: Over 25 Simple Designs for Babies, Children and Adults (Paperback)

I have had this for a year or two now, and have knitted a child's jumper out of it (I tend to collect knitting books for inspiration rather than to follow patterns).

The patterns are all solid useable pieces which is what I like as I'm a knitter for every day wear rather than a knitter for occasional wear.

If you are looking for edge of fashion knitting this probably isn't your book. If you are looking for practical everyday wear using simple patterns then this is a great book. I am pleased with it as an additional book in my library.