Knitted Toy Tales: Irresistible Characters for All Ages

Author(s): Laura Long

Art and Creative Activities

From bunnies and bears to Russian dolls and robots, discover a unique range of 20 adorable little knitted characters, each packed with personality and individual charm. Each of the softly coloured characters is a joy to knit for all abilities, making them the perfect gift for a loved one or a quirky home accent. Projects combine simple knits with cute fabric applique accents to add that extra element to your usual knit 'n' purl. Clear making up instructions, fun narrative text and the sweetest photography make this book a delightful gift as well as an irresistible addition to your knitting collection.


Product Information

Laura Long graduated with a knitted textiles degree from Central St Martins in 2003 and has been working out of her central London studio ever since. She teaches knitting and designs, makes and sells her knitted creations to boutiques and galleries all over the world; her previous clients include Simply Knitting Magazine and Knit Today. Laura lives in West London.

Introduction


1 Fluffy Bunnies


2 Two Songbirds


3 The Frog Prince


4 Simon Snake


5 Three Hungry Bears


6 Polly Dolly


7 Babushka Trio


8 Piggies at Play


9 Mischievous Mice


10 Eddie the Elephant


11 Three Little Fish


12 Peter Penguin


13 The Owl and the Pussycat in a Beautiful Pea-Green Boat


Knitting and Sewing Techniques


Templates


Suppliers


Acknowledgments


About the Author


Index

General Fields

  • : 9780715331729
  • : David & Charles Plc
  • : David & Charles Plc
  • : 0.585
  • : 01 October 2009
  • : 276mm X 210mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Laura Long
  • : Paperback
  • : 746.432043
  • : 128
  • : Knitting
  • : 100 colour photographs, 25 colour illustrations