Toy Knits: More Than 30 Irresistible and Easy-to-Knit Patterns [Paperback]

Debbie Bliss (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 15, 1995

Debbie Bliss, author of the enormously popular Baby Knits, New Baby Knits, and Kids' Country Knits, presents instructions for more than 30 irresistible soft toys-- from pigs to cuddly teddy bears to dolls, sheep, and even a kangaroo.

Beginning and advanced knitters alike will enjoy these easy-to-knit projects, many of which can be created in a matter of hours. Clear instructions and delightful photographs accompany every toy in the book.

Children of all ages will adore these fun and imaginative soft toys.

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About the Author

Debbie Bliss is the author of the enormously popular Baby Knits as well as New Baby Knits, Kids' Knits for Heads, Hands and Toes, Nursery Knits, Teddy Bears, Toy Knits, Baby Style, and Quick Baby Knits. She lives in England.

Product Details

• Paperback: 80 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (September 15, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312119011
• ISBN-13: 978-0312119010
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #194,271 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #9 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

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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars definitely not for beginners, February 16, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Toy Knits: More Than 30 Irresistible and Easy-to-Knit Patterns (Paperback)

My main complaint about this book is that there are no graphics/schematics/charts to show the beginner what the individual pieces should look like, and some of the pieces are quite complex in shape, e.g. the top piece of the sheep. Woe to the beginner who encounters an error but is inexperienced and thus doesn't recognize it - I predict lots of frogging! I'm far from being a beginner, but I've had to frog twice on one toy!
My other complaint is the weird notation, e.g. "Inc 1 st in next and 3 foll 3rd row." HUH?? For goodness sake, just say, "Inc 1 st in next row. Knit 2 rows straight. Inc 1 st in next 3 rows."
Take a pass on this book and buy instead World of Knitted Toys by Kath Dalmeny.

31 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Another creative Bliss book!, July 30, 2000

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Dennis M. Davino (Fountain Valley, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Toy Knits: More Than 30 Irresistible and Easy-to-Knit Patterns (Paperback)

This is one of the most fun of the entire Bliss series. The animal designs are creative and many of them are really quite unique. They knit up in nearly "instant-gratification no-time". The only caveats I offer are that one must become familiar with the Bliss language of "following alternate row" and the neverending Bliss staple, "...Next row...". I rewrite the "next row" designations into numbers and the patterns are a snap. Enjoy.

40 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Definately some cute patterns here!, March 2, 1999

By A Customer

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This review is from: Toy Knits: More Than 30 Irresistible and Easy-to-Knit Patterns (Paperback)

For those curious about what patterns this book contains, here is a partial list: several bunny stuffed animals dressed in different manners, "fairy tale" mice dressed like little people, a monkey, a mouse pirate, a couple teddy bears, an elephant with ice-skating gear, pigs, and a lamb.