So not for me. The projects they show strike me as kitschy (cute little scarves that don't come near covering your neck, for instance). The projects are not simple, and the instructions are not clear (to me, maybe for someone who's used to these kind of patterns they would make sense. Where exactly is this seam you're supposed to sew up on the folded bag, for instance?). And they're in love with felted stuff - I mostly knit with acrylics so that the finished product is machine-washable (not to mention several people in my family are allergic to wool, and I'm sensitive to it). I could see quite a few knitters loving this, but it's _not_ what I'm interested in. I didn't even find much in the way of useful techniques, though I'll take another look at the stitch glossary in the back for cast-ons and bind-offs (at a quick glance, the only ones that I could make sense of I already knew). ( )

Knitted Gifts offers more than 30 projects for every gift-giving occasion. Designs include garments and accessories for the entire family as well as gifts for four-legged friends and the home.

Knitted Gifts unusual and inspired projects range from beautiful hats, bags, scarves, socks, mittens, and gloves to unique gifts such as a felted oven mitt, napkin rings, baby blocks, a hobby hourse, a catnip mouse, a car-seat-friendly baby bunting, floral ballet shoes, and much, much more. From classic to contemporary projects that are innovative in style, these projects are designed by a variety of top knitwear designers, including Nancy Bush, Mags Kandis, Pam Allen, Veronik Avery, Chrissy Gardiner, Marta McCall, Kathy Merrick, Kristin Nicholas, Ann Budd, and more.

Knitted Gifts focuses on smaller projects that can be created in a relatively short period of time - perfect for those last-minute gifts. But, there are also a few heirloom-quality masterpieces for those knitters that want to give something extra special to loved ones. Projects range from easy-to-knit to more involved - an ideal book for all levels. ( )

good book to find quick knitted gift ideas ( )

So many ideas for xmas gifts. 5 copies came into our local knitting store and was sold out in 2 days. Great book ( )

http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/sources/knitted-gifts/patterns ( )