Lynne Rowe was taught to knit and crochet by her grandmother in her early childhood and has been hooked ever since. She has developed a wide range of specialist skills and loves to pass these on to others through her workshops and classes. She is best known for her whimsical designs which feature regularly in the UK’s most popular craft magazines, along with articles and technical guides. Her practical approach makes her patterns straightforward, easy to read and fun to make. Her aim is to encourage as many people as possible to knit and crochet. Lynne lives in Cheshire, UK. Visit Lynne's website www.knitcrochetcreate.com for blog posts and patterns. Find Lynne on Instagram @the_woolnest

LIBRARY JOURNALCrochet designer Rowe’s book encompasses projects that range from standard beanies to adorable animal-themed hats. The book includes clear-cut depictions of basic techniques and patterns, and the author offers options that are sure to give recipients a special keepsake. There are some fun stitches too that add texture to otherwise straightforward designs. Her ideas for color make basic hats brilliant, and some of her ingenious designs require little knitting knowledge yet produce distinctive items, such as a mouse hat with pompom ears. Other projects utilize tassels or playful brims for a delightful touch. She also presents fresh takes on Cabbage Patch Kids with produce-themed hats that include a design of an apple, pumpkin, and more.VERDICT From the practical to the whimsical, these cute items are perfect for gifts and for new and weekend knitters. Also great for readers looking for a fresh way to keep their baby’s head warm this winter.Midwest Book Review April 2024Hats are a timeless must-have baby item -- so what could be better than making one for yourself or a friend? This cute and colorful book is filled with 20 knitted hats to keep your little one cozy as well as on-trend. Whether you fancy making a simple beanie or bonnet, a cute panda, fox or bee, a colorful watermelon or strawberry or a quirky tassel hat, this step-by-step instructional guide has it all. Choose from hats with ears, stripes, pompoms, topknots and more -- all the techniques are included!

• Introduction 4Materials and tools 6Techniques 8PROJECTS 16Basic Ribbed Hat 18Dot Stitch Bonnet 22Moss Stitch Beanie 24Checkered Beanie 26Square Tassel Hat 28Topknot 30Cosy Cable 32Ear-Flap Hat 34Fox 36Panda 38Bear 40Bee 42Hippo 44Mouse 46Apple 48Pumpkin/Gourd 51Watermelon 54Strawberry 56Christmas Pudding 60Wee Willie Winkie 62

Lynne Rowe was taught to knit and crochet by her grandmother in her early childhood and has been hooked ever since. She has developed a wide range of specialist skills and loves to pass these on to others through her workshops and classes. She is best known for her whimsical designs which feature regularly in the UK’s most popular craft magazines, along with articles and technical guides. Her practical approach makes her patterns straightforward, easy to read and fun to make. Her aim is to encourage as many people as possible to knit and crochet. Lynne lives in Cheshire, UK. Visit Lynne's website www.knitcrochetcreate.com for blog posts and patterns. Find Lynne on Instagram @the_woolnest

LIBRARY JOURNALCrochet designer Rowe’s book encompasses projects that range from standard beanies to adorable animal-themed hats. The book includes clear-cut depictions of basic techniques and patterns, and the author offers options that are sure to give recipients a special keepsake. There are some fun stitches too that add texture to otherwise straightforward designs. Her ideas for color make basic hats brilliant, and some of her ingenious designs require little knitting knowledge yet produce distinctive items, such as a mouse hat with pompom ears. Other projects utilize tassels or playful brims for a delightful touch. She also presents fresh takes on Cabbage Patch Kids with produce-themed hats that include a design of an apple, pumpkin, and more.VERDICT From the practical to the whimsical, these cute items are perfect for gifts and for new and weekend knitters. Also great for readers looking for a fresh way to keep their baby’s head warm this winter.Midwest Book Review April 2024Hats are a timeless must-have baby item -- so what could be better than making one for yourself or a friend? This cute and colorful book is filled with 20 knitted hats to keep your little one cozy as well as on-trend. Whether you fancy making a simple beanie or bonnet, a cute panda, fox or bee, a colorful watermelon or strawberry or a quirky tassel hat, this step-by-step instructional guide has it all. Choose from hats with ears, stripes, pompoms, topknots and more -- all the techniques are included!

• Introduction 4Materials and tools 6Techniques 8PROJECTS 16Basic Ribbed Hat 18Dot Stitch Bonnet 22Moss Stitch Beanie 24Checkered Beanie 26Square Tassel Hat 28Topknot 30Cosy Cable 32Ear-Flap Hat 34Fox 36Panda 38Bear 40Bee 42Hippo 44Mouse 46Apple 48Pumpkin/Gourd 51Watermelon 54Strawberry 56Christmas Pudding 60Wee Willie Winkie 62

Lynne Rowe was taught to knit and crochet by her grandmother in her early childhood and has been hooked ever since. She has developed a wide range of specialist skills and loves to pass these on to others through her workshops and classes. She is best known for her whimsical designs which feature regularly in the UK’s most popular craft magazines, along with articles and technical guides. Her practical approach makes her patterns straightforward, easy to read and fun to make. Her aim is to encourage as many people as possible to knit and crochet. Lynne lives in Cheshire, UK. Visit Lynne's website www.knitcrochetcreate.com for blog posts and patterns. Find Lynne on Instagram @the_woolnest

LIBRARY JOURNALCrochet designer Rowe’s book encompasses projects that range from standard beanies to adorable animal-themed hats. The book includes clear-cut depictions of basic techniques and patterns, and the author offers options that are sure to give recipients a special keepsake. There are some fun stitches too that add texture to otherwise straightforward designs. Her ideas for color make basic hats brilliant, and some of her ingenious designs require little knitting knowledge yet produce distinctive items, such as a mouse hat with pompom ears. Other projects utilize tassels or playful brims for a delightful touch. She also presents fresh takes on Cabbage Patch Kids with produce-themed hats that include a design of an apple, pumpkin, and more.VERDICT From the practical to the whimsical, these cute items are perfect for gifts and for new and weekend knitters. Also great for readers looking for a fresh way to keep their baby’s head warm this winter.Midwest Book Review April 2024Hats are a timeless must-have baby item -- so what could be better than making one for yourself or a friend? This cute and colorful book is filled with 20 knitted hats to keep your little one cozy as well as on-trend. Whether you fancy making a simple beanie or bonnet, a cute panda, fox or bee, a colorful watermelon or strawberry or a quirky tassel hat, this step-by-step instructional guide has it all. Choose from hats with ears, stripes, pompoms, topknots and more -- all the techniques are included!

• Introduction 4Materials and tools 6Techniques 8PROJECTS 16Basic Ribbed Hat 18Dot Stitch Bonnet 22Moss Stitch Beanie 24Checkered Beanie 26Square Tassel Hat 28Topknot 30Cosy Cable 32Ear-Flap Hat 34Fox 36Panda 38Bear 40Bee 42Hippo 44Mouse 46Apple 48Pumpkin/Gourd 51Watermelon 54Strawberry 56Christmas Pudding 60Wee Willie Winkie 62