Square Neck Tank Top to Knit from Dovetail Designs

VERY EASY. A quick project for beginners who can knit and purl. Knitted in one piece from base of tank, this cute summer top expands to fit. For a snug fit knit one size smaller.

Stitches: Stocking stitch and reverse Stocking stitch ridges.

Five adult sizes. Yarn: Sport cotton Circular needle: Size 7 (US) (4.5mm) Gauge: 9 sts = 2" (5cm)

Three Button Vest to Knit from Dovetail Designs

This EASY pattern is knitted in one piece, beginning at base of vest. Two strands of yarn are used throughout, with single strand for crochet edging.

Stitches: Seed and rib.

Five adult sizes. Yarn: Sport or DK (double knitting) Circular knitting needle: Size 7 (US) (4.5mm) Crochet hook: Size G/6 (4.25mm) for finishing Gauge: In seed stitch 9.5 stitches = 2" (5cm)

Kimono Cardigan to Knit from Dovetail Designs

VERY EASY. A great project for beginner knitters who can knit and purl. Worked in one piece with optional button closure. Underarm and side seams. Three lengths: waist, hip (see photo) and above the knee.

Stocking st and reverse Stocking st ridges, beginning lower back.

Five adult sizes. Yarn: Sport or DK (double knitting) Circular needle: 29" (74cm) - size 6 (US) (4.25mm) Gauge: 9 sts = 2 inches (5cm)

Cap Sleeve Sweater to Knit Cap Sleeve Sweater to Knit from Dovetail Designs

Flattering cap sleeves fit snugly over the shoulder. Slightly fitted at the waist, this sweater is knitted in one piece with shoulder seams.

Optional crochet trim. Very quick to knit.

Stockinette stitch is used throughout.

Yarn: Tape (e.g. Patons Fresco or Karabella Linen Tape) Circular needle: size 11 (US) (8mm) Gauge: 7.5 sts = 2 inches (5cm)

Alpaca Hat & Scarf to Knit from Dovetail Designs.

Extra long scarf and expandable hat are knitted lengthwise. Scarf is 72 x 6" (18x15cm) Stocking stitch and reverse stocking stitch with crochet chain stitch for fringe and tassel.

Yarn: Sport or DK (Double Knitting), 160 yards for the hat & 525 yards for the scarf

Circular needle: 29" (74cm) - size 6 US (4.25mm) Crochet hook: size G/6 (4.25mm) - for fringe and tassel

Beaded Hat & Scarf to Knit

Luxurious alpaca hat & scarf with beaded diamond pattern around hat band and each end of scarf.

Stocking stitch or crochet for cap. Reverse stocking stitch for hat band and scarf. One size fits most.

Yarn: Fingering Weight, 200 yards for the hat, 200 yards for the scarf.

Needles: 16" circular Size 5 (US) (3.75mm) Beads: Size 6/0

New Knits on the Block: A guide to Knitting what Kids Really Want by Vickie Howell, host of DIY's Knitty Gritty.

KNITTING LANGUAGES: by Margaret Heathman.

Knitting Terms Translated into English from Danish, French, Swedish, German, British, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, and Spanish.

The Knitting Experience: Book 3: COLOR, by Sally Melville.

Inspiration and instruction to build your skills, wardrobe and confidence. Techniques for color, beginners and beyond.

by Sally Melville

The Knitting Experience continues its learn-to-knit series with Book 2: The Purl Stitch. Sally picks up where The Knit Stitch left off, by introducing the purl stitch and additional skills. Designs that beginning and seasoned knitters want to knit and wear will make this another best-seller.

The Purl Stitch is a basics-and-beyond book for knitters at all levels.