Friday Favourites........knitting and crochet books

...knitting and crochet books

As you can imagine I have a rather large stash of knitting and crochet books so here I have selected my top 5.

1. Knitted Wild Animals by Sarah Keen

This is the first knitting book I really used when I started to get into knitting and I have made at least 3 or 4 animals from it. It is pretty simple to follow, although I had trouble understanding the increases at first. However, I can credit most of what I know about knitting to this book! 

2. Knitted and Felted Toys by Zoe Halstead

There are some really fun patterns in this book, and I hope I get the time soon to have a go at a couple more!

3. Crochet Goodies for Fashion Foodies by Twinkie Chan

The patterns in this book are AMAZING! I have made the cupcake bunting and hat multiple times, and they make fantastic gifts. This is probably not for the total beginner crocheter, as some of the construction takes a minute or so to get your head around, but I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves fun, bright and cheery crochet.

4. Mollie Makes Crochet

I was a bit unsure of this book at first but it is fantastic! It has a great 'how to' section at the back with really clear pictures. Whilst being quite simple, the projects allow you to try out different stitches, different edgings and different crochet techniques. I have found this book really helpful when teaching crochet due to the clear pictures and instruction. A must-have for beginners. 

5. Woodland Knits by Stephanie Dosen

I will admit, I haven't actually made anything from this book yet but I want to have a go at it all! The photography is stunning and the projects are really original. The projects range from simple to pretty complex so will appeal to all knitters. There's a pattern for the cutest wrist-warmers in here that I really want to have a go at so fingers crossed I'll get round to it!

So, here you are, my top 5 and most used (well apart from number 5) knitting and crochet books. Do you have any books you would recommend??

SSxx

P.s. this is in no way a sponsored post. This is just a selection of my favourite books, most of which were received as Birthday and Christmas presents over the years.