Knitting the USA by Nancy Bates

From the lighthouses of Maine to the pine forests of Washington and the wheat fields of Kansas—-knit unique beanies inspired by the beauty of the natural treasures, state symbols, and distinctive landmarks of each state in the union.

Whether it’s a corn maze in Iowa, the manatees of Florida, or the buckeye that shows up on absolutely everything in Ohio, each of the fifty states has man-made and natural landmarks, symbols, and traditions that make it unique. Now you can capture the history and wonders of America with original beanie patterns created by celebrated knitting designer Nancy Bates.

The beanie patterns in this book—-one for each of the fifty states in the union—-celebrate all aspects of America; the projects range from simple constructions such as the flowers of Hawaii, to more challenging stitch patterns like the waterfalls of Oregon. Clear charts, easy-to-read keys, and thorough instructions help any knitter, beginner or experienced, work up these gratifying projects.

Whether you are knitting a beanie for your favorite person in a faraway state, or knitting one for each state you’ve visited, you will enjoy learning about each state and creating beautiful wearable art that celebrates America the beautiful!

FIFTY BEANIE PATTERNS: Including both simple and more challenging stitch patterns, there is something for everyone with these 50 beanie patterns

INSPIRED BY THE BEAUTY AND DIVERSITY OF THE UNITED STATES: from state flags to local architecture, natural landscapes, and popular symbols, each beanie pattern celebrates the amazing tapestry of our country.

THE PERFECT GIFT: Perfect for any knitting enthusiast, this book is the gift that keeps on giving with the beanies also being great gifts for friends and family who live in different states, or who love to travel, as a way to commemorate the states they’ve visited or lived in.

SPECTACULARLY PHOTOGRAPHED: Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished beanie and each state’s landscapes, landmarks, flora, and fauna.

EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: Each of the beanie knitting patterns have been tested and offer clear charts so that knitters of every skill level can knit a beanie in no time.

Hardcover

232 pages

$32.50

Knitting California by Nancy Bates

Knit unique beanies inspired by the beauty of California’s natural treasures and distinctive landmarks.

Eureka! From the sea life of Monterey and the surfing culture of SoCal, to the glamour of Hollywood and the majesty of the Coastal Redwoods, California has some of the most unique and diverse landscapes in the United States. Capture the history, spectacular scenery, and fascinating landmarks California offers with original beanie patterns created by knitting designer, author, and proud Californian, Nancy Bates.

The 26 beanie patterns in this book range from simple beanie constructions depicting the gold rush or the Golden Gate Bridge, to more challenging stitch patterns such as the Forests of the North. From wine country to orange groves, gray whales to monarch butterflies, and everything in-between, the beauty of California is depicted in these charming beanies.

Clear charts, easy-to-read keys, and thorough instructions help any knitter, whether beginner or experienced, through these gratifying projects. Show your love for California with these beautiful beanie designs you can wear any time and any place.

26 BEANIE PATTERNS: Including both simple and more challenging stitch patterns, there is something for everyone with these 26 beanie patterns

INSPIRED BY THE BEAUTY OF CALIFORNIA: From the state flag to the beautiful Big Sur coastline, each beanie pattern celebrates the beauty of California

THE PERFECT GIFT: Perfect for any knitting enthusiast, this book is the gift that keeps on giving with the beanies also being great gifts for fans of California

SPECTACULARLY PHOTOGRAPHED: Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished beanie and California's landscapes, landmarks, flora, and fauna

EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: Each of the 26 beanie knitting patterns has been tested and offers clear charts so that knitters of every skill level can knit a beanie in no time

Hardcover - 8.25” x 10.25” • 192 pages

$32.50

Knitting the National Parks by Nancy Bates

63 Easy-to-Follow Designs for Beautiful Beanies Inspired by the US National Parks 

Knit unique beanies inspired by the jaw-dropping landscapes from each of the 63 US National Parks.

From the brightly colored pebbles of Lake McDonald in Montana’s Glacier National Park to the regal granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome in California’s Yosemite Valley, the US National Parks contain some of the most recognizable and iconic natural landmarks in the world. Capture the majesty each national park offers with original beanie patterns created by knitting designer and outdoor enthusiast Nancy Bates.

Beanies range from simple beanie constructions to more challenging stitch patterns such as the two-color crossovers inspired by South Dakota’s Badlands or the multiple cable designs inspired by New Mexico’s Carlsbad Caverns. Clear charts, easy-to-read keys, and thorough instructions help any knitter, whether beginner or experienced, through these gratifying projects. Show your love and appreciation of our national parks with these beautiful and practical beanie projects you can wear any time or any place.

63 KNITTING PATTERNS: Every US National Park is celebrated with a unique beanie design, including the newly designated park New River Gorge in West Virginia

BEAUTIFULLY PHOTOGRAPHED: Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished beanie and gorgeous images of the park’s landscapes that inspired it

INSPIRED BY NATURE: Learn about each national park’s unique fauna, flora, and landscapes that inspired each original beanie, from the Painted Wall in Colorado’s Black Canyon of the Gunnison to the Salt Flats in California Death Valley

EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: Each of the 63 beanies knitting patterns have been tested and verified and offer clear charts so that knitters of every skill level can knit a beanie in no time

Hardcover - 8.25” x 10.25”

276 pages

$35.00

Crocheted Cats: 10 Feline Friends to Crochet

by Vanessa Mooncie

With 10 breeds to choose from, these furry pals are astonishingly lifelike and carefully crafted to be accurate down to the last detail. With a variety of poses and stances, you can recreate the cat of your choice.  

Each project includes detailed patterns, stunning photographs and helpful hand-drawn charts. There is also an extensive techniques section explaining all the stitches and techniques you'll need to make your perfect feline friend.

176 pages

$27.99

Knits for Dogs: Sweaters, Toys and Blankets for Your Furry Friend by Stina Tiselius

Keep your pup cozy and cute with Knits for Dogs! Created to suit your dog's individual needs, the 16 knitted patterns-including sweaters, neckerchiefs, and snoods-can be sized up or down to suit a range of small to medium sized breeds. Plus, it includes simple chew toy and ball designs. With a handy knitting guide and care tips, you’ll have your furry friend looking stylish in no time!

• 75 pages

• 7.68" x 9.25"

• Hardcover

Crochet Noro

For more than 40 years, Noro has been a source of fabulously inventive yarns prized by knitters around the world for their incomparable colors, patterns, and luxury. Crochet Noro presents 30 vibrant designs from such top designers as Lily Chin, Yoko Hatta, and Doris Chan, ranging from an adorable swirly hat and trendy bias miniskirt to a mohair motif blanket. These beautiful items, and the yarns they showcase--such as Kureyon Silk Garden and Taiyo--are sure to excite crocheters.

Hardcover - 144 pages

$24.95

Knit Noro: Accessories

Using only the finest natural materials and ecologically sound manufacturing processes, Japanese designer Eisaku Noro has been producing some of the most extraordinary and popular yarns in the world for over 30 years. Hand colored in vivid combinations of painterly hues, Noro yarns are as striking to behold as they are easy to work with.

This follow-up to Knit Noro features 32 small projects knitters can complete in a weekend, including Leg Warmers, Cabled Mittens, a Lace Flap Hat, and even an iPad cover. If you’re new to Noro, this is the perfect introduction. If you’re already hooked, you’ll find even more reasons to Knit Noro!

Hardcover - 8.5” x 10” • 144 pages

$24.95

Knit Noro: Accessories 2

Every knitter loves stylish patterns, quick projects, and stunning colors. This collection of Noro knits has them all! 
Want more accessories to knit? This gorgeous entry in the Knit Noro series offers 30 brand-new designs that incorporate fun techniques—cabling, mitered squares, short rows, corrugated ribbing, slip stitch, and more—while still remaining accessible to knitters of every skill level. The projects make the most of Noro’s vibrant hues and bold self-striping patterns, and include gloves, socks, hats, shawls, ponchos, and more—all selected specifically for the ways in which they show off those trademark colorways and luxurious fibers.

Hardcover - 8.5” x 10” • 136 pages

$24.95

Knit Noro 1 - 2 - 3 Skeins

With no more than three skeins of the most beautiful wool available, advanced beginners can knit 30 stunning projects—hats, bags, cowls, shawlettes, shrugs, toys, and even a lacy cardigan and empire-waist top. Sumptuous, vivid Noro yarns are synonymous with unmatched color and luxury, and this collection by major knitwear designers features perennial favorites Kureyon, Silk Garden, and Taiyo, as well as the newly available Ayatori and Mossa.

Hardcover - 8.5” x 10” • 144 pages

$24.95

Noro Lace

The vibrant colors of Noro yarn and the striking stitch patterns of lace knitting provide a unique opportunity for design inspiration. For this collection of 30 projects, some of today’s top knitwear designers have risen to that challenge, and to new heights of beauty: from flattering tops, dramatically draped shawls, and cozy hats and mitts to a structured tote and a cozy blanket, these creations, knit in a variety of Noro yarns, will open your eyes to openwork in a whole new way!

Hardcover - 8.5” x 10” • 144 pages

$24.95

Timeless Noro Knit Shawls

Shawls are one of the hottest knitting projects today, and with 25 diverse shawls that range in style, construction, and skill level, Knit Shawls is a vibrant and essential knitting book for every knitter's pattern library.

Combining the most popular shawl patterns from Noro magazine and the Knit Noro book series with several brand-new and exclusive designs, Timeless Noro: Knit Shawls boasts 25 knitting patterns that are fashionable, diverse, and fun to make. Including a range of skill levels, constructions, and styles, this pattern collection has something to entice and engage every knitter, from beginner knitting patterns to more complex designs. Start simple with a textured rectangle or go bold by creating individual leaf motifs to later sew together. Play with color by using short rows, color-blocked textures, or Noro's signature self-striping colorways. Add movement with simple eyelets, miters, or origami-inspired folds. Using only Noro yarns, every single one of these shawls is a feast for the needles, the body, and the eyes.

Fans of other knitting pattern books featuring Noro yarn will find the same dedication to beautiful, high-quality knits in this book. Whether you’re searching for a variety of multicolored projects to help use up extra yarn, or just need another entry in your stash of knitting books and patterns, Knit Shawls is the perfect choice for knitters of all levels.

Softcover - 104 pages

$19.99

Noro Silk Garden

Noro's enduring line of Silk Garden yarns is celebrating its 20th anniversary with this collection of elegant designs. Made in Japan, Silk Garden is a truly unique yarn made up of 45% silk, 45% kid mohair, and 10% lamb's wool. The result is an exquisite yarn that is as luxurious as it is durable.

Noro's devoted fan base loves Silk Garden for it's unsurpassed, hand-dyed colors and it's magnificent draping. Garments knitted with Noro yarns are considered to be works of art, and the gorgeous designs in this collection are no different. Featuring sweaters, hats, scarves, shawls, and more, Noro Silk Garden will be a welcome addition to every Noro-loving knitter's library.

Hardcover - 8.5” x 10” • 144 pages

$24.95

Kids Knit - 20 Projects with fun techniques to learn

Knitting for All: Kids Knit is a stylish and aspirational book containing age and stage appropriate knitting techniques and patterns. The projects enable children to learn the basics of knitting and start creating simple items very quickly. 

Kids Knit has beautiful photography, knitting jokes and activities and attractive illustrations. The start of each level contains photographed step-by-step tutorials covering new skills to make learning straightforward.

$19.95

Botanical Knits 2; Twelve More Inspired Designs to Knit and Love

by Alana Dakos

The Botanical Knits books incorporate the natural beauty of plant life into twelve elegant garments and accessories. Continue to embrace the beauty of nature with Botanical Knits 2; Twelve More Designs to Knit and Love. In this follow up collection, traveling cables, organic textured stitches, and lacy stitch patterns make a reappearance, along with easy to read charts and written pattern instructions that are easy to follow and fun to knit.

• 112 pages

• 8.5" x 11"

• 9780988324923 ISBN

• Soft cover

$25.95

Noro: Flowers Volume 2

• NORO KNITTING PATTERNS BY DESIGNER JENNY WATSON

• PATTERNS INCLUDE CARDIGANS, JACKETS, SWEATERS, TOPS

• USING NORO YARNS - AYA, FURIN, SILK GARDEN SOCK, TAIYO

• 48 FULL COLOR PAGES

• SOFTCOVER - 8.5” x 11.75”

• $10.00

Noro Magazine Spring/Summer 2025 - Issue 26

This issue offers a captivating blend of innovative designs for knitting and crochet enthusiasts. Dive into a world of vibrant colors and luxurious yarns as you explore the latest trends in the world of fiber arts. With step-by-step instructions, this issue is sure to inspire and delight crafters of all skill levels. Check out also the new Noro yarn Ohajiki!

Noro yarns embrace the Japanese philosophy of accepting and enjoying the non-uniformity, unevenness, and natural beauty of nature.  All animal fibers spun into Noro yarns come from certified organic farms around the world.  The yarns are as eco-friendly as possible with many processes still done by hand or on traditional machinery. 

Photographs below illustrate just some of the patterns included in this magazine.

Noro Magazine Fall/Winter 2024 - 2025 - Issue 25

The seasons may be changing but this inspiring collection of knitted and crocheted pieces will remain timeless! Using a range of Noro yarns, including Kureyon which celebrates its 35th anniversary, Issue 25 lets you explore stranding, slip stitch, and brioche across cozy sweaters, cardigans, slipovers, accessories, and blankets.

Noro yarns embrace the Japanese philosophy of accepting and enjoying the non-uniformity, unevenness, and natural beauty of nature.  All animal fibers spun into Noro yarns come from certified organic farms around the world.  The yarns are as eco-friendly as possible with many processes still done by hand or on traditional machinery. 

Photographs below illustrate just some of the patterns included in this magazine.

Noro Knitting and Crochet Magazine - Issue 24

Issue 24 features 31 beautiful knitting and crochet patterns showcasing the magic of Noro yarns.  Each pattern has beautiful color photography, as well as well-written pattern instructions.  The magazine has knitting and crochet tips, in addition to interesting articles.

Get ready for Spring/Summer 2024 with Noro's blend of knit and crochet designs from popular designers like Deborah Newton, Audrey Drysdale and Sandi Prosser. From beginners to advanced, color yourself beautiful with stunning summer designs.

Noro yarns embrace the Japanese philosophy of accepting and enjoying the non-uniformity, unevenness, and natural beauty of nature.  All animal fibers spun into Noro yarns come from certified organic farms around the world.  The yarns are as eco-friendly as possible with many processes still done by hand or on traditional machinery. 

Photographs below feature just some of the patterns in this issue.

Noro Knitting and Crochet Magazine - Issue 23

Noro Magazine Issue 23 is all you need to welcome in fall and winter - seasons that beckon cozy knits! This issue packs a punch with designs that take their inspiration from natural elements, hues of fall, creative colorblocking, traditional techniques with a modern twist, and shades of the southwest.

Noro yarns embrace the Japanese philosophy of accepting and enjoying the non-uniformity, unevenness, and natural beauty of nature.  All animal fibers spun into Noro yarns come from certified organic farms around the world.  The yarns are as eco-friendly as possible with many processes still done by hand or on traditional machinery. 

Photographs below feature just some of the patterns in this issue.

Noro Knitting and Crochet Magazine - Issue 22

Issue 22 of the Noro Knitting & Crochet Magazine is another bumper issue that impresses and inspires. Packed with 30 fresh designs for spring and summer themed around best beach blues, cool cardis, and top-down tees. All patterns showcase the color play so recognizable of Noro yarns, as well as delightful textures. Whatever your skill level or taste, you'll be reaching for your needles or hooks!

Noro yarns embrace the Japanese philosophy of accepting and enjoying the non-uniformity, unevenness, and natural beauty of nature.  All animal fibers spun into Noro yarns come from certified organic farms around the world.  The yarns are as eco-friendly as possible with many processes still done by hand or on traditional machinery. 

Photographs below feature just some of the patterns in this issue.

Noro Knitting and Crochet Magazine - Issue 21

Noro Magazine Issue 21 features 30 fashion forward knit and crochet designs with bright, beautiful colors for fall. The patterns use Silk Garden, Ito, Kureyon, Tsuido and Noro's newest Haunui Silk and Malvinas.

Noro yarns embrace the Japanese philosophy of accepting and enjoying the non-uniformity, unevenness, and natural beauty of nature.  All animal fibers spun into Noro yarns come from certified organic farms around the world.  The yarns are as eco-friendly as possible with many processes still done by hand or on traditional machinery. 

Photographs below feature just some of the patterns in this issue.