Sara Elizabeth Kellner

Welcome to the Morgan family home! Let me give you a tour. Each room in this Victorian household has a special purpose and is favored by a unique feline inhabitant. From the cuddly and adorable Nursery Kittens to Aunt Pru’s Persian, there's a tale behind each kitty companion--and a family member who loves them. From the Cook's Cat to Grandad's Silver Tabby, the Morgans' cats will capture your heart, and the knitting pattern for each will have your needles flying, There are 20 cats in all, with complete instructions to knit each one. Most of the patterns in this book have sections which are worked flat and sections which are worked in the round, so your attention will always be held. A few of them are geared toward the beginner, with shaping achieved by simple increasing and decreasing. Others are more challenging, but even these will be easily accomplished if undertaken with an adventurous spirit. The Morgans and their kitties are sure to delight all cat-loving knitters!

Discover the creatures of the wild outdoors! Through the eyes of our naturalist knitter, you'll discover a world of interesting creatures. Inside, you'll find her sketches of animals in their habitat, scientific notes, and her knitting patterns that capture the unique personality of each animal. The easy-to-follow instructions show you how to knit a total of 25 endearing animals, including a hedgehog, timberwolf, rainbow trout, red squirrel, rabbit, beaver, badger, meadowlark, bald eagle, and many more. Each one is portrayed realistically, and yet exudes it's own special cuteness that you find in live wildlife. Grab your needles and yarn, and cast on your favorite!

Does your cat spend her days asleep in a kitty coma? Want to bring out the little kitten in your catatonic Tom? Surprise and delight your cat with this collection of knit cat toy patterns that will bring your kitty roaring back to life. From dragonflies to rolling dice, crazy caterpillars and raccoon tails, your cat will be on the prowl again, looking for fun in all the right places. Knits for Kittys features: 25 charming cat toy patterns, including: There's a Mouse in the House, Jingle-bell Ball, Baby Bumblebee, Fish Out of Water, Snake in the Grass, Butterfly Kisses, Leaping Lizard, and moreA step-by-step guide to the stitches and techniques in the patternsSuggestions for extra embellishments, such as bells, feathers, catnip, and moreBasic materials required, such as yarn, knitting needles, and scissorsThere are patterns that are perfect for all abilities, specially designed by an experienced knit toy designer. It's a fun way to delight your furry friend for all of her nine lives.