Easy Knits: Over 25 Simple Designs for Babies, Children and Adults

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Summary: Practiced beginner projects that make you look experienced
Review: I haven't knitted for 15 years (which basically makes me a beginner again) and wanted to pick it back up now that I'm home with our new baby. Because I didn't want to spend months just knitting scarves but knowing I wasn't ready to attempt complicated designs, I tried this book. I practiced some stiches on scrap yarn, then started with one of the infant sweaters. It was fairly easy as long as I took my time at some of the shaping areas. The outcome was wonderful even though I used less-expensive yarn (Debbie Bliss yarns are beautiful but expensive) that had the same gauge. All of the designs are charming - most are for infants and toddlers with a few for adult women. The patterns are easy to read and I especially like that she includes finished measurements so that I could knit in a few extra rows for my daughter who is a bit taller than the standard measurements. So if you are a beginning knitter who is now comfortable with common stitches you can knit these designs and end up with more than just another scarf in your closet.

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Summary: Another Winner!!!
Review: I LOVE this book. I must admit that I do own all that Debbie Bliss has published-- but this is really a great book. I am already making the Fair Isle Dress for my daughter-- and I LOVE the mohair pillows and throw. Also some adorable layette items,
and classy womens wrap sweaters. Another magnificent Debbie Bliss knitting book to add to your collection!

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Summary: My favorite Debbie Bliss book
Review: I own most of Debbie Bliss's books, and this one is my favorite. It doesn't fall prey to the annoyances of her other books - recycled patterns and unclear views. And these patterns are eminently practical - some simple baby and kid's items - not the fair isle sweaters that would take 2 years to knit while the baby grows out of them in a month. The adult items are terrific too - simple classic styles. I don't know that they are exactly "easy" to knit, but they are lovely patterns nicely presented and worth trying.