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By: Storylady

Storylady — Wed, 09 May 2012 17:39:00 +0000

I LOVE Mason Dixon Knitting! But my new favorite is “itty-bitty hats” by Susan B. Anderson. Every time I get a baby shower invitation, I knit one of these hats.

By: Michelle Edwards

Michelle Edwards — Mon, 07 May 2012 14:11:00 +0000

I think Knitter’s Almanac and The Knitter’s Handy Book of Patterns are my most consulted and re-read books. What would EZ do? What does Anne think about sizing a project? Those are two questions I ask knowing where I can find the anwser.

By: Carlucci4

Carlucci4 — Sat, 05 May 2012 02:00:00 +0000

the majority of patterns i use are from Crochet Today Magazine and LionBrand website. I also like getting vintage patterns from Etsy.

By: Pat

Pat — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:27:00 +0000

My favorite book, expecially for beginning knitters is the Klutz book. It comes with size 8 needles and enough yarn to make a few small projects. There is a phone cozy, hats, purses, lots of little doable projects.

By: Jenn

Jenn — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:47:00 +0000

Although I love many of my books, my favorite is Susan B. Anderson’s Itty Bitty Toys. The patterns are well-written and easy to follow, and the photography and other writing make it a book that is beautiful to enjoy even without knitting anything. Even so, I’ve knitted more things from that book than any of my others.

A close second is Weekend Knitting, edited by Melanie Falick. That’s another book that is beautiful to read (although the patterns are wonderful, too.) The photography and text about knitting, books, movies, relaxation, etc. make it a beautiful and enjoyable book.

By: Kim

Kim — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 02:54:00 +0000

Great topic – I desperately want to own the cute book you’re presently using ~ Teeny Tiny Mochimochi by Anna Hrachevoc. I’ve seen so many great things made from her book.

My go-to book for socks is Ann Budd’s, Getting Started Knitting Socks. She explains the process v well & the photography of the step-by-step instructions are what helped me knit my 1st pair! I’ve since knit several more I also love the “One Skein Wonders” books.

By: Cadence

Cadence — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 15:17:00 +0000

Definitely “Crochet that Fits” and “Positively Crochet”, both by Mary Jane Hall. The patterns are amazing, lots of excellent clothing patterns. Highly reccommend both.

By: Mindy

Mindy — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:46:00 +0000

Anita, I agree. “Everyday Crochet” is my favorite too! The raglan style of making sweaters is so much easier than sewing pieces together, and her patterns are very easy to follow. My favorite yarns to use for her patterns are Vanna’s Choice and Caron Simply Soft (sorry Lion Brand!). I’m currently working on my second “Galena” vest, it’s my favorite pattern!

By: Anita C

Anita C — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 14:25:00 +0000

My favorite or at least the one that is my “go to” for sweaters is Doris Chan’s “EVeryday Crochet” I have made her sweaters in various yarns and all turn out beautifully.