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Find Your Next Knitting Project in 100 Knits

October 29, 2018 by Sarah White

100 knits book reviewInterweave publications have been sharing fabulous knitting projects for more than 20 years, some of which have become instant classics.

100 Knits is a compilation of 100 patterns from various Interweave magazines including Interweave Knits, knitscene and others, as well as Interweave books. The patterns cover hats and socks; scarves, cowls, shawls and wraps; cardigans; pullovers; and tanks and tees.

The patterns come from more than 70 designers and cover a range of styles and techniques. Almost all the patterns are for women, and there are no projects for kids other than a pair of socks that comes in sizes ranging from kids to adults.

You’re sure to see projects here you recognize if you’re read Interweave publications through the years. Things like the Central Park Hoodie from Heather Londinsky or Evelyn L. Clark’s Swallowtail Shawl.

But if you haven’t been reading all their publications there are probably some new-to-you projects here as well, or some things you might have forgotten you loved and wanted to knit when they first came out.

There’s definitely a lot of projects here I’d love to knit — you can see all of them on Ravelry — from Jared Flood’s Koolhaas Hat, which I had forgotten about, to the Biscotti Sweater by Kiyomi Burgin, which I don’t think I had seen before.

There are lots of fun potential gift-knitting projects, from hats and shawls to interesting socks, or things you’ll want to make for yourself.

I would have liked this book to include information on when and where the projects were originally published (probably because I’m a knitting nerd) and some tips on substituting yarn might have been helpful. This book is quite literally 100 knitting patterns and a one-page introduction. So if you love Interweave knitting patterns and getting a lot of patterns when you buy a knitting book, this is definitely one you will want to check out.

About the book: 512 pages, 100 patterns, hardcover. Retail price: $45. Publication date: October 2018.

 

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Comments

  1. Kitten With A Whiplash says

    October 29, 2018 at 3:26 pm

    Thanks for including the links to Ravelry’s pattern pages when you review books. I find it’s the best way to get an overview.

  2. lee says

    October 29, 2018 at 4:43 pm

    Thank you for this review and the link!

Have you read?

Pet Beds to Knit

I have two cats, and I have always wanted to make them some kind of cat bed. But I also feel like they would completely ignore it, so I would be better off spending my knitting time on someone who I know will appreciate it (me). If you want to give it a try, though, here are some cute pet beds to knit for cats, small dogs, and maybe even some bigger dogs. 

My favorite of the ones I came across in writing this post is the Capiti knit cave that looks like a cat. This one is from Ursule Knits, and from the pattern description it sounds like it is lightly felted by hand to make it stand up, so you need to use wool to make it. It calls for DK weight but I’m sure worsted would work, too. 

The Maya Cat Cave is another cute cave-like project. Designed by Lavi V and using super bulky yarn, it’s like a purpose-made sack for your kitty to hang out in. It uses a metal ring (like you might use to make a dreamcatcher) to make the opening sturdy. You can find this one on Ravelry.

If you don’t want to be quite as literal as a cave, this pet bed nest from Monique Rae is another good choice. This one is flat on the bottom with short sides. It uses two strands of worsted weight yarn held together and comes in six sizes for a range of cats and dogs to be cozy in.

This circular cat bed knitting pattern from Ginger Purl is cute and easy to knit if you’re familiar with knitting flat circle. This one is striped, which is a great reminder that cats don’t care what color their bed is, so you might as well use leftover yarn on it. 

I am a little skeptical that this pet bed that’s made with roving and arm knitting will look as good once an animal has seen it, but it is a cute and quick project (and you could just use it as a basket that kitty is allowed to get in rather than a dedicated space). The pattern is from Wools by Nicky and includes a video tutorial if you’re new to arm knitting.

If you’d rather knit a blanket for the dog or cat in your life, check out the Ziggy Zag Pet Blanket by Paws and Purls Knits. This pretty reversible blanket comes in five sizes for various pets, and if you make it in washable yarn it’s the perfect thing for your furry friend to cuddle with. 

Or if you have a pet who will submit to a hood, I love this hooded pet blanket from Yarnspirations. Using Bernat Blanket yarn, it’s super cozy (and bright!) and pretty easy to knit as it’s all worked in one piece. The pattern only has one size but it’s just a rectangle with a hood so you could probably adjust it pretty easily for the size of your pet. 

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