Synopses & Reviews
Slippers make a superb gift, and home-made ones are the best. Making your own slippers is ideal - you can make them to fit the wearer perfectly and add your own personal touch. This book has projects for girls and boys of all ages and adults too, from delicate ballet slippers and dainty Mary Janes to moccasin-soled slipper socks, chunky felted boots and sparkly party pumps. There's a project to appeal to everybody here, with a choice of knitting and crochet patterns. The book caters to all levels, from straightforward booties for beginners to slippers with details such as I-cords, pompoms, picot trims and lacy sock inserts.
Synopsis
Keep your tootsies warm and stylish. With patterns in every style from the ultra-girly, sparkly Party Pump to the rugged Chunky Felted Boots, there's a slipper for everyone in Knitted & Crocheted Slippers.
A personal fit, like Cinderella's glass slipper. Slippers make a superb gift. Your homemade, bespoke slippers will fit the wearer perfectly. These are not off the rack, mass-market footwear No two feet are alike, with simple-to-follow patterns you can adjust the sizing to make each slipper uniquely comfortable.
Knitting and crochet patterns for boys and girls of all ages. A choice of knitting and crocheted patterns ensures there's a fun project for everyone:
- Kimono Slippers
- Ballet Slippers
- Granny Squares
- Snuggle Boots
- Mary Janes
- Natural Chunk
- Party Pumps
- Jester Boot
Beginner to advanced. This book caters to all skill levels, from straightforward booties for beginners to advanced designs like slippers with details. All the knitting and crochet stitches and techniques are presented in a clear, easy-to-follow style. A helpful tools and equipment section gives you all the basic know-how you'll need to get started on your projects. Plus this cute book includes hundreds of beautiful photographs to inspire and instruct, and charts and illustrations for guidance. You'll also learn detailing techniques such as:
- I-cords
- Pompoms
- Picot Trims
- Lacy Sock Inserts
About the Author
Alison Howard works mainly as a freelance editor in the craft sector, as well as editing and checking knitting and crochet patterns. Alison has edited books in GMC’s Cozy series and has written Mug Hugs and co-authored Tea Cozies 3.