I've knitted for years, but I've never knitted anything quite as unusual as these imaginative critters. Here's my take on this book:
PROS:
1. I have never seen such imagination at work. And when I think of the difficulty of putting these imaginative designs into patterns that ordinary knitters can follow, I am truly in awe of Hansi's skills.
2. There's plenty to learn in these patterns that even an experienced knitter will find helpful and challenging as well.
3. Hansi has included an excellent explanation of stitches and techniques in the front of the book. By all means, read this part before you begin.
CONS:
1. Hansi knits Continental style, so not all stitches will work for American style knitters. Because I'm not going to learn another style of knitting, I had to adjust certain increases to suit my knitting style.
2. Although these are marvelously detailed patterns, certain instructions are a bit too brief. I've had to learn to decode her particular style of instructions.
In all, a terrific book! These knit animals are suitable for a variety of ages and will entertain the knitter while producing adorable results (see my red anglerfish in images).
By the way, Hansi has a new pattern for chameleons. I haven't tried it yet, but it looks challenging.
Highly recommended!
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Wow! I Am Awed by These Knitted Critters
I've knitted for years, but I've never knitted anything quite as unusual as these imaginative critters. Here's my take on this book:PROS:1. I have never seen such imagination at work. And when I think of the difficulty of putting these imaginative designs into patterns that ordinary knitters can follow, I am truly in awe of Hansi's skills.2. There's plenty to learn in these patterns that even an experienced knitter will find helpful and challenging as well.3. Hansi has included an excellent explanation of stitches and techniques in the front of the book. By all means, read this part before you begin.CONS:1. Hansi knits Continental style, so not all stitches will work for American style knitters. Because I'm not going to learn another style of knitting, I had to adjust certain increases to suit my knitting style.2. Although these are marvelously detailed patterns, certain instructions are a bit too brief. I've had to learn to decode her particular style of instructions.In all, a terrific book! These knit animals are suitable for a variety of ages and will entertain the knitter while producing adorable results (see my red anglerfish in images).By the way, Hansi has a new pattern for chameleons. I haven't tried it yet, but it looks challenging.Highly recommended!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2009
PROS:
1. I have never seen such imagination at work. And when I think of the difficulty of putting these imaginative designs into patterns that ordinary knitters can follow, I am truly in awe of Hansi's skills.
2. There's plenty to learn in these patterns that even an experienced knitter will find helpful and challenging as well.
3. Hansi has included an excellent explanation of stitches and techniques in the front of the book. By all means, read this part before you begin.
CONS:
1. Hansi knits Continental style, so not all stitches will work for American style knitters. Because I'm not going to learn another style of knitting, I had to adjust certain increases to suit my knitting style.
2. Although these are marvelously detailed patterns, certain instructions are a bit too brief. I've had to learn to decode her particular style of instructions.
In all, a terrific book! These knit animals are suitable for a variety of ages and will entertain the knitter while producing adorable results (see my red anglerfish in images).
By the way, Hansi has a new pattern for chameleons. I haven't tried it yet, but it looks challenging.
Highly recommended!
Wow! I Am Awed by These Knitted Critters
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2009
I've knitted for years, but I've never knitted anything quite as unusual as these imaginative critters. Here's my take on this book:Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2009
PROS:
1. I have never seen such imagination at work. And when I think of the difficulty of putting these imaginative designs into patterns that ordinary knitters can follow, I am truly in awe of Hansi's skills.
2. There's plenty to learn in these patterns that even an experienced knitter will find helpful and challenging as well.
3. Hansi has included an excellent explanation of stitches and techniques in the front of the book. By all means, read this part before you begin.
CONS:
1. Hansi knits Continental style, so not all stitches will work for American style knitters. Because I'm not going to learn another style of knitting, I had to adjust certain increases to suit my knitting style.
2. Although these are marvelously detailed patterns, certain instructions are a bit too brief. I've had to learn to decode her particular style of instructions.
In all, a terrific book! These knit animals are suitable for a variety of ages and will entertain the knitter while producing adorable results (see my red anglerfish in images).
By the way, Hansi has a new pattern for chameleons. I haven't tried it yet, but it looks challenging.
Highly recommended!
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Patricia
Going To Fill a Fish Tank With This Book
Reviewed in Canada on October 26, 2015
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Fun projects with a bit of a challange
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 27, 2014
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 27, 2014
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anon
Great book, have knit many of these animals
Reviewed in Canada on June 3, 2016