Description

This gorgeous collection of adorable animals to knit will enchant children and adults alike. Inside this fun, colourful book there are 15 backwoods beasties to choose from, each with its own distinct personality. The projects vary in level of complexity and there is a comprehensive and straightforward techniques section to help you learn the necessary skills. Along the way you will also learn some interesting and surprising facts about these fascinating creatures. Projects include: rabbit, mole, frog, deer, owl and beaver. . 15 lovely projects all exquisitely photographed . Clearly presented, easy-to-follow knitting patterns . A comprehensive, illustrated techniques section . Projects that vary in complexity, appealing to a range of abilities . A colourful gallery showcasing the animals . Full of fascinating facts you didn't know about woodland creatures AUTHOR: Having studied Fine Art at the Slade School, London, Susie Johns began her publishing career as a magazine and partworks editor before becoming a freelance writer and designer. She is the author of more than 30 craft books on a range of subjects including knitting, crochet, papier mache and embroidery. Susie has also contributed to a number of magazines, such as Let's Knit, Crafts Beautiful, Embroidery, Needlecraft, Woman's Weekly, Family Circle, Practical Parenting and Art Attack and has made several television appearances demonstrating various crafts. She particularly enjoys art and craft activities that involve recycling and reinventing. Susie is a qualified teacher and runs workshops in drawing and painting, knitting and crochet, embroidery, and 3D design. Her previous books for GMC Publications include Knitted Finger Puppets, Knitted Pets, Baby Booties and Slippers, and How to Sew.