Synopses & Reviews
Vickie Howell--the popular host of DIY network's Knitty Gritty--plus a dozen contributing designers have stepped out of the box with 25 super-original, funky playtime projects that are as much fun for parents to knit as they are for children to receive.Not another boring sweater! Vickie Howell, and her group of talented contributors, will make you the most popular parent on the block with the coolest projects for kids' stuff ever. These knits are gifts children will go nuts over, because they include a playful range of costumes and toys. Crafty moms and dads can create such enchanting items as a wizard's hat and princess crown; a super kid cape, mermaid dress up, pirate bath set, alien tooth fairy pillows, bowling ball and pins, and a tool set with pouch. Vickie includes estimations of how long each project will take to complete, along with tips for busy knitters and advice on special techniques, such as felting, tassel making, and edgings. Many of the designers have appeared on her show--but every item is a never-before-seen original.
Synopsis
From knitting personality Vickie Howell comes an adorable collection of modern baby knits featuring a fresh new take garter stitch, everyoneandrsquo;s go-to for easy projects. Taking this stitch into new creative territory, Howellandmdash;designer, author, Knit Simpleandreg; columnist, and host of PBSandrsquo; Knitting Daily TV with Vickie Howellandmdash;has created 28 standout garments for boys and girls, including plenty of unisex items. These pieces wow with their inventiveness and modern appealandmdash;including stylish fringed moccasins, a boho hooded poncho, a feathered pom-pom toboggan hat, and a baby Cowichan sweater that grownup knitters will envy!
About the Author
Vickie Howell is a knit, crochet, and craft designer/evangelist with a penchant for DIY culture and social media marketing. Vickie is most well known as the former host and creative consultant of DIY Network and HGTVandrsquo;s Knitty Gritty, her bestselling craft books, and her accessible, inclusive approach to nurturing the creative community via print, video, and social media. Sheandrsquo;s the International Spokesperson and Creativity Guide for the largest North American yarn company, Yarnspirations,and#160;Yarn Arts Ambassador forand#160;Clover Needlearts, Inc, and she knits with viewers nationwide as the host and co-executive producer of PBSandrsquo;and#160;Knitting Daily TV with Vickie Howell. She lives in Austin, TX.