Sexy Little Knits: Chic Designs to Knit and Crochet

by Ashley Paige, Yu Tsai (Photographer)

Knitting and crochet just got sexy. Celebrity swimsuit designer Ashley Paige reveals knit and crochet patterns forflirty, fabulous bikinis and more.

They’re flirty, they’re fun, they’re fresh. They’re gracing the pages of Elle, Seventeen, InStyle, and the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, and they’ve been spotted on the hot bods of Jennifer Lopez and Gwen Stefani. They’re the crochet and knit swimwear designs of Ashley Paige, and now they’re available in Sexy Little Knits, a collection of twenty-four patterns for chic summer pieces—from swimwear and tanks to dresses and shorts.

Ashley’s most popular knit and crochet patterns combine sophisticated color and fun stitches with elegantly form-fitting shapes. This assortment of stylish knitwear is presented in three chapters:

“Peace, Love, and Bikinis†celebrates classic bikinis and one-piece swimsuits.

“Sunshine, Good Vibes†includes patterns for dresses, tank tops, miniskirts, and short-shorts.

“Cozy Homebodies†features slinky garments perfect for lounging, such as camisoles, bathrobes, and sleepwear.

Each pattern is accompanied by clear instructions and helpful suggestions for customizing these designs with fun trims, clever color choices, options for more (or less) coverage, and creative stitch possibilities. Lushly photographed by fashion favorite Yu Tsai, Sexy Little Knits makes it easy to create a whole summer wardrobe at home or on the beach.

Genres: Knitting, Crafts, Crochet, Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

First published May 2, 2006

Reviews

[Mckinley · Rating 2 out of 5]

Nothing for me.

[Lain · Rating 1 out of 5]

I am a thirty-something, pretty hip, pretty shapely Californian, and there is not one pattern in this book that I would wear, let alone spend the time knitting. "Sexy" is a misnomer -- "trashy" would be better. I was hoping for some non-dumpy-looking sweaters and flattering garments, and instead I got see-through tops, peek-a-boo swimsuits, and bare midriffs galore. The only person I know who has the body to get away with this stuff is my 14-year-old niece, and her mom wouldn't let her out of the house wearing anything in this book! Save your money. Wrap yourself in cellophane and save yourself the trouble of getting out your needles.

[Denise · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some fun stuff in here.

[Heather · Rating 2 out of 5]

Too many crochet patterns for me to be interested. The knits aren't very exciting.

[Niki · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is for twenty-somethings and younger probably living somewhere hot and sultry but then the probably wouldn't want to wear anything knit. I knit the bikini top but that was about it.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very modern patterns that I might be wearing one day!