Synopses & Reviews
32 warm-weather patterns to knit for kids aged 2-12Kids want knits that suit their personal style and are comfortable to wear year-round. Knitters want projects that are interesting to knit—and that will be worn and loved by the kids they knit for! More Knitting in the Sun gives you more than 30 original patterns with tested kid-appeal from some of today's top designers. Soft, easy-to-care-for yarns and thoughtful designs that can stand up to all kinds of play make this collection perfect for busy parents and active kids.
Reflecting the palette and playful setting of timeless childhood haunts, these warm-weather patterns are sure to appeal to school-age boys and girls for all occasions. Whether it's cargo shorts and a fishing hat for a day searching for lost treasure, a feminine sundress and lacy poncho for a backyard tea party, or a racer-back tank and carry-all backpack for a bike ride to the candy store, More Knitting in the Sun will keep your needles clicking on summer days and throughout the year.
Synopsis
32 warm-weather knitting projects to make for kidsAs a knitter and teacher in Southern California, author Kristi Porter knows well what warm-weather knitters want. Based on the success of her previous book, Knitting in the Sun: 32 Projects for Warm Weather, it's evident that patterns for warmer weather and warmer climate knitting are in demand.
This time Kristi focuses her knitting needles on warm weather patterns for children, bringing you a stunningly designed collection of projects and the same beautiful photography you enjoyed in Knitting in the Sun.
- 32 warm weather patterns for children sized 2-12
- Garments are designed to be comfortable to both knit and wear during warm weather
- Other title by Porter: Knitting in the Sun: 32 Projects for Warm Weather
If you enjoy knitting in the summer or live in a climate that is warm year-round, More Knitting in the Sun will keep your needles clicking until the wee hours of morning.
Synopsis
32 warm-weather knitting projects to make for kidsAs a knitter and teacher in Southern California, author Kristi Porter knows well what warm-weather knitters want. Based on the success of her previous book, Knitting in the Sun: 32 Projects for Warm Weather, it's evident that patterns for warmer weather and warmer climate knitting are in demand.
This time Kristi focuses her knitting needles on warm weather patterns for children, bringing you a stunningly designed collection of projects and the same beautiful photography you enjoyed in Knitting in the Sun.
- 32 warm weather patterns for children sized 2-12
- Garments are designed to be comfortable to both knit and wear during warm weather
- Other title by Porter: Knitting in the Sun: 32 Projects for Warm Weather
If you enjoy knitting in the summer or live in a climate that is warm year-round, More Knitting in the Sun will keep your needles clicking until the wee hours of morning.
About the Author
Kristi Porter is an author, designer, technical editor, and teacher. In addition to authoring Knitting in the Sun and Knitting Patterns For Dummies (both from Wiley), her work has been featured in numerous books and online magazines. As a parent and teacher in Southern California, Kristi knows well what appeals to kids and knitters in warm climates.
Table of Contents
Introduction.Accessories.
Jim: beach cover-up (Janine Le Cras).
Frances: retro poncho (Laura Nelkin).
Owen: beach towel blanket (Kristi Porter).
Huck: fishing hat (Kristi Porter).
Eloise: mini cloche (Anne Kuo Lukito).
Caddie: summer carry-all (Kristi Porter).
Bottoms.
Milo: cargo shorts (Carol Feller).
Kimo: board shorts (Kendra Nitta).
Olivia: bubble skirt (Beautia Dew).
Trixie: peasant skirt (Carol Sulcoski).
Sleeveless.
Mashenka: surplice sundress (Faina Goberstein).
Anastasia: summer dress (Stacey Trock).
Wendy: pleated empire top (Tian Connaughton).
Hermione: sun top (Janine Le Cras).
Ramona: racerback tank (Katherine Vaughan).
Pippi: lacy collared top (Mary C. Gildersleeve).
Charlie: updated argyle vest (Kristi Porter).
Matilda: swing top (Julie Turjoman).
Short Sleeves.
Vashti: hooded top with eyelets (Talitha Kuomi).
Madeline: lace panel t-shirt (Susan Robicheau).
Max: striped baseball t-shirt (Kate Oates).
Thumbelina: cap-sleeved top (Katya Frankel).
Long Sleeves.
Edmund: summer henley (Susan Robicheau).
Lucy: ruffled top (Tabetha Hedrick).
Fern: cropped pullover (Lisa Limber).
Cardigans.
Ginny: tie-front shrug (Janine Le Cras).
Jack: hooded sweater (Lisa S. Rowe).
Artemis: zip-up jacket (Anne Lecrivain).
Satsuki: yukata robe (Sarah Barbour).
Beezus: cropped lace jacket (Katherine Vaughan).
Natka: openwork cardigan (Faina Goberstein).
Ronia: short-sleeved cardigan (Linda Wilgus).
Special Knitting.
Techniques.
Knitting.
Abbreviations.
Contributing.
Designers.
Yarn Sources.
Index.
About the Author.