NICKY EPSTEIN
Knit a Square Create a Cuddly Creature
nit your own menagerie of adorable animals with NICKY EPSTEIN. Let Nicky show you how to create a diverse collection of more than 35 cuddly three-dimensional critters, all constructed from a simple knitted square. Knitters of every skill level will be delighted by the range of techniques, yarns, and creative embellishments used in this unique, yet simple, approach to knitted toys. So grab your needles and get ready to go wild!
Celebrated knitwear designer NICKY EPSTEIN has gained worldwide recognition for her distinctive, innovative, fashionable, and whimsical work, along with her popular and informative workshops and global tours. Her 30 bestselling books include Nicky Epstein Enchanted Knits for Dolls, Nicky Epstein Knits for Dolls, Nicky Epstein Crochet for Dolls, Nicky Epstein Knitted Flowers, Knitting on Top of the World, Knitting Reimagined, Knitting a Kiss in Every Stitch, Signature Scarves, Knitting in Tuscany, Nicky Epstein the Essential Edgings Collection, and three knit and crochet books for Barbie© Doll. Her designs have appeared regularly in Vogue Knitting magazine and many other publications, as well as on television and in museums. She has a unique button line (us.dill-buttons.com), and many of her patterns are available on nickyepstein.com, ravelry.com, and vogueknitting.com. Nicky lives in New York City but travels extensively, teaching and lecturing on the art and craft that she loves.
FROM FLAT TO FABULOUS A Step-by-Step Guide
Knit a Square Create a Cuddly Creature
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NICKY EPSTEIN
CRAFTS • KNITTING
NICKY EPSTEIN
Knit a Square Create a Cuddly Creature
$19.95 US • $22.95 CANADA
NICKY EPSTEIN
Knit a Square Create a Cuddly Creature FROM FLAT TO FABULOUS A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
Knitting up your own zoo of cuddly creatures is easy. All you need is a knitted square, a few embellishments, and a little guidance from Nicky Epstein! Infused with Nicky’s signature whimsy and creative flair, this collection of more than 35 imaginative knitted animals offers a true treasury of creative possibilities. Each project includes: • Step-by-step instructions • Easy-to-read charts for foolproof construction • Full-color photographs showing needed supplies You’ll also find tips for personalizing projects —such as using different yarn weights and gauges to create animals in a variety of sizes. Knit these cute critters as gifts to share or as lovable friends to keep. It all starts with a simple knitted square.
COVER AND AUTHOR PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACK DEUTSCH
AN IMPRINT OF SIXTH&SPRING BOOKS NEW YORK www.sixthandspring.com
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NICKY EPSTEIN
Knit a Square Create a Cuddly Creature
nit your own menagerie of adorable animals with NICKY EPSTEIN. Let Nicky show you how to create a diverse collection of more than 35 cuddly three-dimensional critters, all constructed from a simple knitted square. Knitters of every skill level will be delighted by the range of techniques, yarns, and creative embellishments used in this unique, yet simple, approach to knitted toys. So grab your needles and get ready to go wild!
Celebrated knitwear designer NICKY EPSTEIN has gained worldwide recognition for her distinctive, innovative, fashionable, and whimsical work, along with her popular and informative workshops and global tours. Her 30 bestselling books include Nicky Epstein Enchanted Knits for Dolls, Nicky Epstein Knits for Dolls, Nicky Epstein Crochet for Dolls, Nicky Epstein Knitted Flowers, Knitting on Top of the World, Knitting Reimagined, Knitting a Kiss in Every Stitch, Signature Scarves, Knitting in Tuscany, Nicky Epstein the Essential Edgings Collection, and three knit and crochet books for Barbie© Doll. Her designs have appeared regularly in Vogue Knitting magazine and many other publications, as well as on television and in museums. She has a unique button line (us.dill-buttons.com), and many of her patterns are available on nickyepstein.com, ravelry.com, and vogueknitting.com. Nicky lives in New York City but travels extensively, teaching and lecturing on the art and craft that she loves.
FROM FLAT TO FABULOUS A Step-by-Step Guide
Knit a Square Create a Cuddly Creature
K
NICKY EPSTEIN
CRAFTS • KNITTING
NICKY EPSTEIN
Knit a Square Create a Cuddly Creature
$19.95 US • $22.95 CANADA
NICKY EPSTEIN
Knit a Square Create a Cuddly Creature FROM FLAT TO FABULOUS A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
Knitting up your own zoo of cuddly creatures is easy. All you need is a knitted square, a few embellishments, and a little guidance from Nicky Epstein! Infused with Nicky’s signature whimsy and creative flair, this collection of more than 35 imaginative knitted animals offers a true treasury of creative possibilities. Each project includes: • Step-by-step instructions • Easy-to-read charts for foolproof construction • Full-color photographs showing needed supplies You’ll also find tips for personalizing projects —such as using different yarn weights and gauges to create animals in a variety of sizes. Knit these cute critters as gifts to share or as lovable friends to keep. It all starts with a simple knitted square.
COVER AND AUTHOR PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACK DEUTSCH
AN IMPRINT OF SIXTH&SPRING BOOKS NEW YORK www.sixthandspring.com
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FROM FLAT TO FABULOUS
• A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE 4/20/16 3:34 PM