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Jul 06, 2007
Kim rated it: 2 of 5 stars
The patterns included in this book are beautiful, classic, and luxurious, but the book seems to have ignored the obvious:

BABIES CANNOT CONTROL THEIR MESS-MAKING ABILITIES.

That said, if you still want to make a cashmere onesie or silk booties, this book is beautiful. If the intended baby does, in fact, make messes, you may want to consider adjusting the pattern to accommodate more washer-friendly yarns.
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Dec 28, 2011
Wanda rated it: 5 of 5 stars
I like this book of patterns for baby clothes because it contains the basics that each well dressed baby needs in a new and updated look with classic comfort yarns such as merino wool, silk, and cashmere. The beautiful, soft muted colors complement the patterns and these creations are destined to be family heirlooms handed down from generation to generation. Included are patterns for booties, sweaters, leggings, cardigans, blankets, caps and more. This book will be a staple in any knitter’s coll More...
Feb 23, 2009
Jen rated it: 2 of 5 stars
Patterns were lush, but pretty much only great for a gift or for a little girl. There was a pretty rosebud sweater that I might revisit at some point if ever I have a little girl to knit for. But I agree with the previous poster about these patterns being unrealistic with respect to premium, expensive, un(machine)washable yarns.
Oct 31, 2010
Xaka rated it: 5 of 5 stars
I adore this book. I've yet to knit anything in it, but I've checked it out from the library twice just to look at the photographs, fantasize, and be inspired.

Maybe one day I'll actually knit a pattern.
Jan 07, 2009
Tsimplekelly added it
The baby slippers on the front cover are just awesome and very easy to knit for a great little fancy booty for a new baby
Sep 09, 2009
Steph rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Some really simple, elegant patterns in here, although I will NOT be knitting a baby a cashmere sweater as the book suggests.
Mar 06, 2010
Kathy rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Great basic, classic patterns for little babies.
Dec 24, 2010
Snorkle rated it: 4 of 5 stars
There were so many cute things to knit! My favorite were the little booties. The way they adorned them and how they were photographed just made them absolutely adorable. There was also a horrendously cute teddy bear as well. I liked this book and there it was very well put together and the page set-up and pictures were elegent and well thought out. I found a couple of patterns that I wanted to knit. I would recommend.

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Jul 13, 2010
Susan added it
Some really beautiful ideas. Someday...
Feb 17, 2011
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baby's beanies
Jul 15, 2008
Maggi rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Some really adorable knits in here - granted, actually having had a baby I would NEVER use the cashmere and silk yarns they call for, but so far I've been able to substitute with no problem. I'm working on the rosebud cardigan for my baby on the way - so far it's come together really well and the pattern is easy to follow -- and I'm looking forward to trying the bootie pattern in the book as well.
Apr 29, 2009
Jenn rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This was my very first knitting book and each pattern was simple enough for a beginner. These are easy to read, easy to knit patterns that can always be embellished with learned talent. These simple knits can also be altered with a different stitch making each piece a great basic start.

Thank you Barb for this book.
Oct 16, 2008
Dharma rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Cashmere for babies?? Oh please. Easy enough to convert fiber but still. Do not like that the sizing for all the projects are in the back rather than with the projects. Beautifully photographed but the layout makes project details take far more pages than necessary. A few cute projects. Not a need to own book.
Jan 16, 2008
Amy rated it: 3 of 5 stars
Eh. Baby patterns. There's a really good teddy bear pattern in there, but nothing else I was really interested in.
Jan 11, 2008
Kim rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Simple but elegant patterns for babies/toddlers. This is my go-to book whenever I hear someone has a baby on the way.
May 02, 2008
Carmen rated it: 4 of 5 stars
I found an adorable dress to knit for my sister's best friend. Her little girl is due next month.
Dec 06, 2009
Leanne rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Great book of adorable, timeless knits.
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Sep 29, 2011
Pimlapat rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Sep 01, 2011
Lisa rated it: 3 of 5 stars
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