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Simple Chic's Favorite Knitting Books
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Natural Knits for Babies and Moms: Beautiful Designs Using Organic YarnsNatural Knits for Babies and Moms: Beautiful Designs Using Organic Yarns by Louisa Harding
Buy new: $14.93 / Used from: $10.00
This is one of the best baby knitting books out there! Simple, classic, Pottery-Barn style stuff that is sure to please. There are even a few sweaters for expacting moms that are so cute! If you buy just one book for babies, this one should be it!
Greetings from Knit CaféGreetings from Knit Café by Suzan Mischer
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $8.90
This book is amazing! If you want to start knitting clothes, this one has some really great winners. I love the skirt featured on the front and the colors and photography are brilliant. This is by far one of my favorite knitting books.
Stitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's HandbookStitch 'N Bitch: The Knitter's Handbook by Debbie Stoller
Buy new: $11.16 / Used from: $4.50
One of the best books for a beginner with cute little projects to learn on. I still reference this book and think it is one of the best out there to learn with.
Stitch 'n Bitch NationStitch 'n Bitch Nation by Debbie Stoller
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $1.98
A great follow-up to the first one with great projects included. If you liked the first, you're likely to love this one too.
Son of Stitch 'n Bitch: 45 Projects to Knit and Crochet for MenSon of Stitch 'n Bitch: 45 Projects to Knit and Crochet for Men by Debbie Stoller
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $6.68
Why stop with the first two... this one gives more knits for guys. Not my favorite of the bunch but glad to have it in my collection with the others.
Knitting for Peace: Make the World a Better Place One Stitch at a TimeKnitting for Peace: Make the World a Better Place One Stitch at a Time by Betty Christiansen
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $8.46
A great book with simple knits and ideas for charity knitting. Very simple items like hats, blankets, baby items, sweaters, etc.
One-Skein WondersOne-Skein Wonders
Buy new: $12.89 / Used from: $7.98
Lots of little projects to make using one skein. Great for gifts and quick knits.
101 Designer One-Skein Wonders: A world of possibilities inspired by just one skein101 Designer One-Skein Wonders: A world of possibilities inspired by just one skein by Judith Durant
Buy new: $12.89 / Used from: $10.95
The follow up to the first one... just as good with more gifts and quick knits.
Alterknits: Imaginative Projects and Creativity ExercisesAlterknits: Imaginative Projects and Creativity Exercises by Leigh Radford
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $4.95
I thought this book was amazing! This one includes ideas for different types of projects, like a knitted chair cushion. It is just a beautiful book and is one of my favorites.
Knitting Little Luxuries: Beautiful Accessories to KnitKnitting Little Luxuries: Beautiful Accessories to Knit by Louisa Harding
Buy new: $14.93 / Used from: $13.22
Beautiful projects that I cannot wait to try. These are very feminine looking knits that are just too precious!
Family Knits: 25 Handknits for All SeasonsFamily Knits: 25 Handknits for All Seasons by Debbie Bliss
Buy new: $19.77 / Used from: $7.35
The Debbie Bliss books are always winners. This one has simple, practical knits for the whole family. Some are very nautical feeling/beach feeling (like a women's white sweater, and a child sweater with a sailboat)!
Essential Baby: Over 20 Handknits to Take Your Baby from First Days to First StepsEssential Baby: Over 20 Handknits to Take Your Baby from First Days to First Steps by Debbie Bliss
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $11.99
A Debbie Bliss pleaser for baby knits. I don't have kids but cannot wait to get this book. Her baby books are to DIE FOR! Find her Baby Cashmerino books!
Baby Knits for BeginnersBaby Knits for Beginners by Debbie Bliss
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $10.94
Another one by Debbie Bliss that I cannot wait to get my hands on. Her baby books are to DIE FOR! Find her Baby Cashmerino books!
Nursery Knits: 25 Easy-Knit Designs for Clothes, Toys and DecorationsNursery Knits: 25 Easy-Knit Designs for Clothes, Toys and Decorations by Zoe Mellor
Buy new: $13.59 / Used from: $1.44
This book is so adorable... another one that I have seen and want, but don't have kids yet. I may have to start making things for my younger cousins just so I have an excuse to buy it.
Knitted Babes: Five Dolls & Their Wardrobes to Knit & StitchKnitted Babes: Five Dolls & Their Wardrobes to Knit & Stitch by Clare Garland
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $11.57
These little cuties are adorable! If you want toys to knit, especially for little girls, start here.
Dream Toys: A Collection of Knit and Crochet Fantastical ToysDream Toys: A Collection of Knit and Crochet Fantastical Toys by Claire Garland
Buy new: $14.93 / Used from: $3.36
Another by Claire Garland that is just super! This one includes fairy tale toys including a mermaid like her knitted babes. I think this one also has toys for boys.
Holiday Knits: 25 Great Gifts from Stockings to SweatersHoliday Knits: 25 Great Gifts from Stockings to Sweaters by Sara Lucas
Buy used from: $16.66
Gorgeous book with holiday projects in it. I love this book!
Handknit Holidays: Knitting Year-Round for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Winter SolsticeHandknit Holidays: Knitting Year-Round for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Winter Solstice by Melanie Falick
Buy new: $18.15 / Used from: $6.88
This book has some amazing projects for Christmas and to give as gifts. Another one in my collection thet I love.
Simple Knits for Easy Living (Berry Books (Collins & Brown Limited))Simple Knits for Easy Living (Berry Books (Collins & Brown Limited)) by Erika Knight
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $11.62
I love this book... reminds me of pottery barn and has some great thows, pillows, and knits for the home in it. Many think it is too basic, but I love it and cannot wait to make that throw on the front.
Simple Knits with a Twist: Unique Projects for Creative KnittersSimple Knits with a Twist: Unique Projects for Creative Knitters by Erika Knight
Buy used from: $13.01
Many people do not like this book because it uses different items to knit with (ribbon, wire, grocery bags, etc). I personally think it is rather clever and I like to flip through it to get ideas.
100 Knitting Projects100 Knitting Projects by Jean Leinhauser
Buy new: $18.96 / Used from: $3.86
I bought this book for one pattern and luckily loved many of the others. If you have heard of the Little Turtle Knits felted mocs, this is where you can find them. THEY ARE AWESOME! They knit up quick and are comfy and warm.
Knit One, Felt Too: Discover the magic of knitted felt with 25 easy patternsKnit One, Felt Too: Discover the magic of knitted felt with 25 easy patterns by Kathleen Taylor
Buy new: $12.89 / Used from: $5.76
If you want to learn to felt, this one is great (along with the one below). Cute and quick projects with all you need to know on felting.
Felt It!Felt It! by Maggie Pace
Buy new: $14.21 / Used from: $3.97
If you want to learn to felt, this one is great (along with the one above). Cute and quick projects with all you need to know on felting.
Felt Forward: Modern Designs in Knitted FeltFelt Forward: Modern Designs in Knitted Felt by Maggie Pace
Buy new: $14.93 / Used from: $13.19
Another great felting book that has some different ideas in it like making table runners and placemats made out of circles or knitting around plastic rings to make coole accessories. I even love the knitting bracelet and I'm not one for knitted jewelry. Great book.
Top Dog Knits: 12 QuickKnit Fashions for Your Big Best FriendTop Dog Knits: 12 QuickKnit Fashions for Your Big Best Friend by Jil Eaton
Buy new: $11.21 / Used from: $6.65
I don't make much for my pooch, but the designs in this one are simple and work for larger dogs (I have a lab/boxer mix). Everything in here is not just sweaters... there are coats that are simple and cute (which is what I prefer).
Doggy Knits: Over 20 Coat Designs for Handsome Hounds And Perfect PoochesDoggy Knits: Over 20 Coat Designs for Handsome Hounds And Perfect Pooches by Anna Tillman
Buy new: $12.21 / Used from: $11.90
I think this is one of the best books out there for knitting for dogs. I love the black coat with the white bones on it and the monochromatic dog paw one. Paired with Top Dog Knits, you shoudl have everythign you want covered, especially if you have larger dogs where you don't want a lot of frill.