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Toys to Knit: Dozens of Patterns for Heirloom Dolls, Animals, Doll Clothes, and Accessories [Paperback]

Tracy Chapman (Author)
2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews) |

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Book Description

Publication Date: January 17, 2006
Create lovable, handmade dolls and animals to treasure for a lifetime. Toys to Knit includes:

• Over 25 patterns for making a collection of soft, cuddly dolls, teddy bears, elephants, fish, kangaroos, soft blocks, and other knit toys for toddlers as well as grade-schoolers

• A whole wardrobe of patterns for doll's clothes such as sweet little tutus, skirts, pants, coats, sweaters, tiny hats and shoes, scarves, purses, wands, and other precious, must-have accessories that belong in every doll's closet

• A range of projects catering to knitters of all abilities

• Clear instructions and easy-to-follow charts

These adorable projects will delight knitters of every level and charm children and adults alike.

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About the Author

Tracy Chapman is a knitting designer, design consultant, and workshop instructor who also runs her own children's design business. She lives in Hampshire, England.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Potter Craft (January 17, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 030733659X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0307336590
  • Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 0.3 x 8.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #956,802 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I just bought this because I've never knitted toys before, although I'm a long-time knitter. I've followed and knitted all sorts of patterns before. I was very attracted to this book because it has great projects and it is beautifully shot. HOWEVER, I've just tried my first pattern out of this book, the "teddy bear" and the pattern has a bunch of mistakes in it. I've checked and rechecked and I can only conclude that an entire row must have been omitted because the number they say you should have at the end of each row is completely off for the entire bear's head. I'm soldiering on, as I've already bought the yarn (and my 3yo is anxiously awaiting her bear), but if I didn't have the experience I do, following and designing my own patterns, I would be totally lost. I would love to contact the author or publisher to get a correct pattern.

Another problem is that there is no "gauge." I have never heard of knitting patterns without a gauge!!! You have to "guess" how big the final product is going to be and the staff at my knitting store had to guess how much yarn I would need, since I didn't want to use the author's suggested yarn.

I'm pretty disappointed. I would never have spent the money on this book. It shouldn't be this hard to knit up a little toy.

I gave it two instead of one star just because the projects are very cute. I may try a smaller one. I can't see tackling any of the bigger ones, since the other patterns may also have mistakes.
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20 of 22 people found the following review helpful
There are better choices January 22, 2006
Format:Paperback
Stuffed toys are a fun change of pace for knitters -- smaller pieces, interesting shapes, and (usually) a cute, very cuddly result. The toys in the this book, however, are uninteresting and crude-looking; I really can't see a child warming up to them. If you want toy knitting patterns your money is much better spent on Fiona McTague's "Knitted Toys" or Kath Dalmeny's "World of Knitted Toys."
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Disappointing September 27, 2006
By Nelly
Format:Paperback
My review agrees entirely with an earlier reviewer. This book was not purchased from Amazon.com, I saw it in a bookshop and liked the look of the designs. Although I have not made many knitted toys, I am an experienced knitter. I am at present deciphering my way through the pattern for Loulou the elephant - the pattern has errors and combined with a lack of schematics it is taking a little longer than it should. The only other book I have used for knitted toys is "The Knitted Teddy Bear" by Sandra Polley and as it turns out is published by the same publisher. Sandra Polley's book by comparison is a gold mine of instructions, schematics and general help. And so far, no errors. Toys to Knit is another of those books that uses Rowan yarns and why is it that they ALWAYS stipulate far more yarn than is required? Just another sales tool of Rowan Yarns?
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Don't bother with this book - there are better ones out there
I made Loulou the Elephant. You can see my full write-up of the pattern, including my how-to for changes, on Ravelry. Look for Frenchiejenn.

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Published 2 months ago by Jennifer Adrien
Fun and challenging toys
This is a fine quality book. Your favorite child or adult will enjoy hours of playing with a new best friend if you follow the simple and clear directions for knitting these... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Linda P.
Book
I am very pleased with the quality of this book and the variety of patterns. The book itself was very cheap but the postage does make it a bit pricey as I live in Australia.
Published 19 months ago by M. C. Ison
Caution!
I have to agree with others about this book, though I'm giving it 3 stars because I think some of the toys are cute. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Jennifer Aszling
Love our Ragdoll!
Wow, I was surprised to see so many bad reviews for this book. I made the Ragdoll (photo of it is included in user photos above) and was very pleased with the results. Read more
Published on February 18, 2010 by Pooka's Mama
Somewhat disappointed
I loved the patterns in this book when I checked it out of the library. However, once I started knitting them, I became very frustrated because the directions are the worst... Read more
Published on November 9, 2009 by L. Whitaker
Cute but Difficult
I picked this book up in a bookstore because it looked so cute! I tried the kangaroo first and it worked out surprisingly well as I've never done anything like it before. Read more
Published on June 15, 2009 by Jenny Bean
Good starter book
Although a good starter book for a new knitter, I found most of the patterns not very creative. I think I only made one or two out of thw whole book. Read more
Published on May 6, 2009 by Cynthia B. Moore
Not sure why this is getting bad reviews...
I was looking for a book with some doll clothes patterns for a Waldorf-style doll I was making for my daughter. I picked this up at the library. Read more
Published on April 13, 2008 by Kassandra Bradberry
Cute toys, deceptive content
Most of the toys and accessories in this book are really cute, but there's just not much else going for this book. Read more
Published on December 26, 2007 by Anyechka
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