Knit Mittens!: 15 Cool Patterns to Keep You Warm

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, a post-9/11 return to simpler hobbies -- 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. Mittens and hats are just right! Storey is proud to inaugurate our new Simply Knit series with Knit Mittens! and Knit Hats! -- a pair of colorful die-cut books that are small enough to tuck into a knitting bag, backpack, or purse. Each 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 will include the following: 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 and mittens to create unique sets. With all of the readily accessible, beautiful new yarns on the market, knitting great hats, caps, and mittens can become addictive!