Author(s): SIAN BROWN

Crafts & Hobbies

Knitted Flowers is a collection of 30 pretty projects to create floral displays, accessories and decorations from yarn. Show someone you care by giving them a bunch of flowers, but instead of the kind that will be past their best in a few days, why not knit them a keepsake? With 30 beautiful blooms, including: Poppy, Violet, Gerbera, Clematis, Roses -- there's sure to be a favourite for everyone. There are plenty of other ways to enjoy these adaptable makes, too: . Create a flower garland . Embellish cushion covers . Make brooch backs . Design hair slides . Produce varied key rings and other accessories These charming projects will bring a smile to all who receive them and give you hours of pleasure when knitting them. With detailed colour photographs of each flower and clear instructions, it's never been easier to grab your knitting needles and turn your stash of yarn remnants into floral works of art. This wonderfully enticing book is packed with: . 30 quick and easy projects suitable for all abilities . Features both flat and 3D styles . Attractive projects make great gifts, accessories and decorations . Perfect for using up yarn oddments . Key techniques explained . Beautiful colour photography of the finished flowers AUTHOR: Sian Brown fell in love with yarn and knitting while studying for a BA in Fashion and Textiles in Cheltenham, UK. She went on to become a knitwear designer, working full time then freelancing for commercial companies supplying the high street stores, firstly designing factory machine knits and later handknits. Sian has also taught at London College of Fashion on their knitwear course. She now lives on the south Devon coast, and designs handknits for several magazines and yarn companies. Sian has written several books on knitting, including The Knitted Home for GMC Publications.