Knitted Dolls with a Designer Wardrobe - Softcover

Carlos, Arne &

 
9781844488506: Knitted Dolls with a Designer Wardrobe

Synopsis

With a fresh and unique quirkiness that channels the inner child, this handbook aspires to bring a little bit of fun to knitting by creating a fantastic collection of knitted dolls and charming, miniature wardrobes. Directions for easy-to-knit dolls and tips for giving them distinct features are included, and with themes such as To the Mountains, Coffee Break, and Ship Ahoy! help organise clothing patterns and ignite the imagination. From underwear to overcoats, the various garment patterns are appropriate for every ability level and offer a playful universe that any knitter will enjoy exploring.

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About the Author

Arne Nerjordet and Carlos Zachrisson, Norwegian and Swedish respectively, established their design company ARNE & CARLOS in 2002. Drawing on traditional Scandinavian influences and the natural environment, they create original and striking knitwear, and work with such prestigious fashion designers as Comme des Garçons. Arne and Carlos’s creative base is their eclectic farm in Norway, where they absorb the rich tradition of Scandinavian arts and crafts while exploring their own knitwear inspirations. Visit their website www.arnecarlos.com

From the Back Cover

Arne and Carlos, the fun and quirky knitters of 55 Christmas Balls to Knit, have turned their attention to dolls - lots of them, all overflowing with character, colour and charm and with a wardrobe of clothes most dolls can only dream about. They've even knitted little woolly versions of themselves! Easy to knit and with tips for giving them distinct features such as hair, eyes and mouths, these fabulous dolls will ignite your imagination and send you on a journey into Arne and Carlos's very own knitting universe.

• Create your own characters by mixing and matching the dolls and their clothes

• Includes full patterns, clear instructions, tips and techniques

• Beautiful photography of these unique and quirky dolls

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