52 Weeks of Easy Knits: Beautiful Patterns for Year-Round Knitting

by Laine

52 Weeks of Easy Knits is a contemporary collection of 52 uncomplicated knitting patterns, ranging from beanies, mittens and scarves to sweaters, socks and cardigans, from Nordic knitting experts Laine. For people who are picking up needles for the very first time, or for experienced knitters who are looking for an effortless comfort project, this gorgeous book contains a fun, cozy and modern knitting pattern for every week of the year – each one a pleasure to knit. The 52 projects have been contributed by leading knitwear designers from across the world. The book uses a 'super easy' label to mark the patterns that are perfect for your very first knitting project. Each project is accompanied by beautiful and helpful photography, and supported by extra material on the Laine website. Following on from the bestselling 52 Weeks of Socks and 52 Weeks of Scarves, 52 Weeks of Easy Knits is a classic book to return to again and again, not just for weeks but for years to come. Knitting is more than just knit, knit, purl. It is a feeling.

Genres: Knitting, Crafts, Nonfiction

264 pages, Paperback

Published November 7, 2023

Reviews

[Andi Butler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Did I love every pattern? No, but, there are quite a few great basics in different yarn weights. Sweater patterns can average about $10-$15 each, so if you like at least three or four, it’s worth it to buy the book. So I did!

[Kat Root · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good for beginners, but a bit too heavy on garter stitch.

[Ligaya · Rating 3 out of 5]

I've read a couple of books from Laine of the 52 Weeks of... series, and I like this book the best. The pieces are generally simple shapes done in a larger gauge yarn, but some pieces still seem unlikely to be finished within a week. There are interesting design details and color combinations, and —hooray!— there are several pieces that are seamless and worked from the top down! There are no schematics but stitch diagrams where necessary. Some pieces aren't showcased well through the photos, but the overall graphic design of the book is decent. This is a fairly thick and heavy book, would have been great if it was spiral bound so that it lays flat. This might be a good choice for a beginning knitter looking to start knitting sweaters.

[grimalkin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I definitely don’t think some of these things could be knit in one week? lol. Some good ideas clearly written and pictured. A smorgasbord.

[Mckinley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Variety of projects

[Carolyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I flipped through this to see if there was anything interesting... about half seemed like worthy projects to me. I may revisit this in the future.