Funky Chunky Knitted Accessories: More Than 60 Ways to Make and Customize Hats, Bags, Scarves, Mittens, and Capelets by Jan Eaton

Published 2006

Transform five basic patterns into hip fashion accessories with this mix-and-match approach to knitting! Add beads to a bag, fringe to a scarf, cuffs to mittens-knitters can choose their favorite personal touches.
Discover 60 different ways to customize five basic accessories-hundreds of photos will encourage beginners and inspire seasoned knitters
Create a one-of-a-kind look with trims, buttons, pom-poms, appliqués, ruffles, and much more
Follow step-by-step chapters on edgings and trimmings, fastenings and handles, beading, and other techniques

Cables: Mittens, Hats and Scarves by Trisha Malcolm, Carla S. Scott (Editor), Tanis Gray (Editor)

With its elaborately beautiful results and simple technique, cable knitting is irresistible to almost anyone who knits. But knitters also love the practicality of small and easy-to-make cold-weather accessories such as hats, gloves, and mittens. Combine the two and you have the ingredients for perfect knitting projects. And that’s exactly what this newest volume in the Vogue® Knitting On the Go! series provides: 21 fabulous designs to work on anytime and anywhere. Knit easy caps, an elaborate buttoned neck warmer, fingerless gloves, self-striping mittens, and many more. The items vary from beginner friendly to challenging for those with a little more experience. Embellished with pompoms, fringe, and adorable earflaps, these stylish pieces are truly one of a kind.