Knits from the Heart "Print on Demand Edition" [Paperback]

Kristin Spurkland (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 23, 2011

Now anyone can knit for not only friends and family, but also for a good cause. This quick-to-make collection includes ideas from simple gifts to high-volume charity projects. More than 15 designs include a patchwork blanket, ruffle-edged hats, scarves, socks, and even a pet bed. Features 11 national charities that will inspire knitters to share their hobby with others. Expert advice on wear, care, and sizing are invaluable to the charitable knitter.

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About the Author

Hometown: Portland, Oregon

Kristin Spurkland’s designs have been featured in national publications including Family Circle Knitting, Vogue Knitting, and Interweave Knits.

Product Details

• Paperback: 82 pages
• Publisher: Martingale & Company (March 23, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564775038
• ISBN-13: 978-1564775030
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,085,191 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to follow, great pics!, March 27, 2004

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Jennifer Johnson (Kanab, UT) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Knits from the Heart "Print on Demand Edition" (Paperback)

I'm a beginning knitter, and usually have trouble following a written instruction method - but Kristin write her book in a style that made it easy to follow, with basic explanations for each term used.

I loved the bright colorful photos in the book, and thought that the array of patterns covered a lot of very useful ground!

I especially liked the premise of the book, that the projects make great gifts (they do!) and that they're quick.

Great job Kristin!

22 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book!, June 5, 2004

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Megan Henry "knitting addict" (Carol Stream, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Knits from the Heart "Print on Demand Edition" (Paperback)

I was hesitant about buying this book at first. I wasn't sure there would be any projects that I would enjoy, and so I put off purchasing it. I'm glad I finally got it! It's absolutely fabulous, filled with easy projects that are quick and attractive. I also liked that there are various charities listed that accept knitted items as donations. I highly recommend this book!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars What a let-down!, November 27, 2005

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Knitter Sue "homebody1229" (Michigan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Knits from the Heart "Print on Demand Edition" (Paperback)

This book was a disappointment! The patterns for mittens, socks, and scarves are nothing special and can be found anywhere. The pattern for the felted cat/dog blanket calls for 4-8 skeins of Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride wool for each (at a cost of approx $7/skein) I think my local animal shelter would be much happier if I donated an old blanket and $56 worth of pet food instead of one felted blanket. The kid's hat with flaps looked a bit "off" with the flaps small and oddly placed. And the booties don't stay on.