Knit Hats!: 15 Cool Patterns to Keep You Warm

by Gwen Steege (Editor)

Knitting is in. Julia Roberts knits, high schoolers are knitting in the cafeteria, urbanites are knitting on the subway, college students are knitting in the dorms, and bookstores are sponsoring knitting groups. Colorful new yarns, the availability of simple patterns, gift giving, stress relief - all are reasons for picking up knitting needles and getting started on a great project. Though knitting is growing in popularity, knitters still want projects that are fast and easy, but ultimately useful and attractive. KNIT MITTENS! is a colorful die-cut book that's small enough to tuck into a knitting bag, backpack, or purse. The book begins with an easy-to-understand, illustrated overview of the basic techniques followed by 15 fun project patterns (with instructions for a range of sizes) bound between sturdy, die-cut board covers. Each pattern includes the a close-to-life-size color photo of the completed mitten or hat; a brief introduction to the pattern; materials and equipment lists; gauge information; a color chart; special tips and hints; and a detailed drawing of any unusual techniques involved. Because the rich palette flows through each book, knitters can mix and match hats (in Knit Hats!) and mittens to create unique sets.

Genres: Knitting, Crafts, Reference, Nonfiction

96 pages, Hardcover

First published October 21, 2002

Reviews

[Abbey · Rating 2 out of 5]

Decent enough "basics" book aimed at tweens/teens and as such, well-done. Instructions are clearly written, and while the format of the book is peculiar (and far, far too "cute!!" for my taste), it's a pretty good intro for beginning knitters, particularly those with, um, "odd" tastes.

Not a bad book to have IF you are, or have a teen who's either learning to knit or is somewhat interested in knitting - the patterns are mainly easy/basic but have interesting details and good explanation of all techniques needed including the construction of the items. But the designs? ...ewww....

Nothing at all appealed to me to make up for either myself or for anybody I know, though, and the overall saccharine tone set my teeth on edge. Bottom line? If you aren't a female around 10-12 years old with a tendency towards "adorable!!" clothes, then this isn't for you - most of the patterns were appalling, imo. YMMV.

[VJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of hat patterns for the novice through experienced knitter.

[Mckinley · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing for me.

[Shannan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Clear instructions, decent hats, decent patterns. A great book of styles and patterns for any level but easily accessible for novice knitters. Achieving these easy, fun patterns will boost your confidence if you're a new knitter. The experienced knitter should also still enjoy these quick projects.

[Judi · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book covers many of the classic hat styles but then goes on to present some fun and funky designs. I'm sure a lot of knitters would love to try some of these cute patterns. Also, some patterns have alternative graphs for different designs.

[Alika Kay · Rating 1 out of 5]

The 80's called and they want their book back. This book is seriously so dated and the instructions are so bad it is not to be believed. Most of these hats are so ugly they should be burned.

[Whitney · Rating 3 out of 5]

A couple of good patterns in here - I am especially liking the one for the hat on the cover, although I've repurposed it to be not quite so colorful...

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm a hat-knitting freak!

[Rebekah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some traditional, some funky hats.