Knockout Knits New Tricks for Scarves, Hats, Jewelry, and Other Accessories

An abundance of knitted luxuries--summery lace shawls, warm and wooly hats, a trio of cool knitted bracelets, and stunning beaded gloves--designed to grow your skills.

Who doesn't love to knit accessories? They're fast, often require only a skein or two of yarn, and make amazingly versatile gifts for friends and family. Small knits are also the perfect way to try something new--an unusual stitch pattern, wild multi-colored yarn, or even a touch of sparkle. Laura Nelkin is well-known for designing these fun-to-knit little projects introducing her students and fans to advanced techniques with her signature "You can do it!" enthusiasm. In her first book, she shares her 3 favorite types of knitting using wrapped stitches, lacework, and beads. Each chapter begins with a quick knitted cuff to lay the foundations, then gradually ramps up to more complicated designs. The result is an all-new collection of wearable, feminine knits with a slightly rustic aesthetic. Give them as gifts, stockpile for a chilly day, or dress up a casual outfit--these are knockout projects to enjoy knitting again and again.

Laura Nelkin, a prolific independent knitwear designer, graduated from Cornell with a degree in Apparel Design. A former design director, Laura sells her knit pattern and kit line to yarn stores worldwide and teaches workshops around the country and online with Craftsy.com. Her patterns have been published through Nelkin Designs, and in The Rhinebeck Sweater, Scarf Style 2, Knitscene, and Knitty. Laura lives near Ithaca, New York. Visit her at www.nelkindesigns.com.

CONTENTS

Introduction
Notes on Yarn and Gauge

One: Wrapped Stitches at Play
  Wave Cuff
  Prolix Mitts
  Folly Cloche
  Laxo Hat
  Bootsy Boot Toppers
  Las Cruces Shawl
  Traversus Socks
  Crux Cowl

Two: Get Your Lace On
  Gateway Cuff
  Juego Cowl
  Fornido Shawlette
  Techo Hooded Scarf
  Quadro Convertible Shrug
  Gyrus Tam
  Loco Shawl

Three: Beaded Beauties
  Bulb Cuff and Necklace
  Hibisco Necklace
  Cha-Ching Tam
  Cha-Ching Mitts
  Halli Shawl
  Laden Fauxbius
  Trapeze Scarf
  Reversible Undulating Waves Scarf

Abbreviations
Knitting Essentials
Blocking
Resources
With Gratitude
Index