With more than 1,000 knit and crochet designs in print, Melissa Leapman is one of the most widely published American designers at work today. She is the author of several bestselling knit and crochet books, and her designs have been featured in numerous magazines. She has taught at major events such as STITCHES and Vogue Knitting LIVE, as well as at hundreds of yarn shops and local guild events across the country. She is a frequent guest on the PBS television series Knit and Crochet Now. Her fans look forward to getting together on her popular annual Nautical Knitting Cruise.
"Knit and crochet designer Leapman's (Adorable Baby Cardigans: 9 Quick Projects Knitted from the Top Down) latest book provides knitters with a wide array of projects that are perfect for babies and toddlers to wear or play with. That includes such items as blankets, booties, sweaters, socks, hats, a knit beach ball, stuffed animals, adorable hats, and a treasure trove of many more gift ideas or objects to make for one's own child or family member. Each project is differentiated not just by difficulty level but also by time constraints. That intention makes this book stand out from other similar offerings. Many readers may be driven to select this for that reason alone. VERDICT Whether readers are looking for last-minute gifts or projects to keep them busy during a TV show, this book delivers cozy, cute creations. Some projects are practical or whimsical, whereas many check both of those boxes. -- ""Library Journal"" Whether readers are looking for last-minute gifts or projects to keep them busy during a TV show, this book delivers cozy, cute creations. Some projects are practical or whimsical, whereas many check both of those boxes. -- ""Library Journal"" Insta-Knits for Baby is the perfect addition to your crafting library. Sure you can do it but do you have the time to do it? Melissa has broken through this quandary by providing us with a collection arranged by the amount of time it takes to create these pieces from start to finish. The patterns are easy to follow, ideal for keeping your hands busy during those idle few minutes you have throughout your day. Have a little more time to spare here and there? Take on one of the bigger projects, a little at a time, no stress about what row you stopped on when you're working with one of Melissa's well written beginner friendly patterns. Oh, and don't let the title fool you, there are projects in here perfect for that new dog owner or curious cat on your gift list too. --Rosann Fleischauer, author of Cozy Coastal Knits"