Knitgrrl 2: Learn to Knit with 15 All-New Patterns

by Shannon Okey

A second guide to knitting for tweens and teens teaches the fundamental principles and techniques of knitting, from basic materials, tools, and stitches, to sixteen easy-to-make projects designed to help girls develop their skills, ranging from Cabana Beach Bags to Blossom Headbands. Original.

Genres: Knitting, Nonfiction, Crafts

96 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Shannon lives in Cleveland, Ohio with her husband, comic book artist Tamas Jakab and their furry "children," a dachshund and 2 cats who have made several appearances in her books.

Shannon runs her own publishing company called Cooperative Press, which publishes both books and Knit Edge magazine. She writes...a lot.

Reviews

[Nellie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The fun continues in learning to knit. This quiz helps you find your color. It has good information about all the different types of yarns.
Patterns include flip flops,jacket collar, workout water bottle holder, cardigan, knitting with beads, and a poncho plus more.

[Knitology]

For KnitGrrls everywhere, warmer temperatures mean it's time to slather on the sunblock and pack the beach bag with needles, yarn-and KnitGrrl2 From choosing yarn and holding needles, it's a few short steps to making Ooh-La-La Flip-Flops, Blossom Headbands, Beach-Read Book Covers, and Cabana Beach Bags, plus twelve other fun-in-the-sun essentials. All projects are presented with easy-to-follow photos and directions.

[Kel · Rating 3 out of 5]

A few cute patterns for easy projects. The photos and explanations are super if you're ever looking for a book to help teach someone to knit. It's geared toward girls but it's a great teaching/learning tool.

[Kimberli · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have two designs in this book. :-)