The Knitted Teddy Bear : Make Your Own Heirloom Toys with Dozens of Patterns for Unique Clothing and Accessories
Author: Sandra Polley | Rating: 
At first glance, all the bears in this book look too similar to justify a whole book. But on closer inspection, you’ll see that each bear has a personality all it’s own - from sweet teeny tiny bears to great big huggable teddys. Some of the designs allow for moving arms and legs, others are all yarn and stuffing, perfect for babies and little kids. Tips are included for personalizing the expression on the little guys as well as instructions for making them appear ‘old’ and ‘ready-loved’. There are patterns for clothes made to fit the various body sizes.
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Knitting Nature: 39 Designs Inspired by Patterns in Nature
Author: Norah Gaughan | Rating: 
Unusual and inventive designs. A book from which even an advanced knitter can pick up a few new ideas. There are a few things in here that aren’t really wearable - at least not by me, and I consider myself an average sample - but many many things that are. Designs you won’t find in any other book - and that’s saying something.
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A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Author: Barbara G. Walker | Rating:
Second in the ‘Treasury’ series, this one has 1/3 more stitch patterns and, as it’s the second, this one goes out futher into the unusual and unique. Still a lot of good basics and patterns you’ll recognize. Of the two, I think this is my prefered resource, but I like having both (of course, right?)
A Treasury of Knitting Patterns
Author: Barbara G. Walker | Rating:
This is a great place to start when designing a new sweater, pillow, sock (if you make those little buggars), anything. The book (really the series) is a classic as are the stitch designs inside.
Knit Wit : 30 Easy and Hip Projects (Hands-Free Step-By-Step Guides)
Author: Amy R Singer | Rating:
I have a pattern in this book!! It’s for a water bottle sling - fun, easy and useful, of course!
Knitting Over The Edge: Unique Ribs, Cords, Appliques, Color, Eclectic - The Second Essential Collection of Decorative Borders
Author: Nicky Epstein | Rating: 
I don’t own this one yet but am adding it because I think I might like to. Edges and trim is the finishing touch to make your piece look well thought out and professional.
