Outrageously Adorable Dog Knits: 25 must-have styles for the pampered pooch
Dogs can’t knit. But they sure can wear it well.Could your Chinese crested powder puff rock a vintage ruffled bonnet? Does your pug pine for a fabulous ten-gallon cowboy hat? Or perhaps your bulldog hopes to cast off his thuggish street cred with a preppy letterman sweater?Featuring more than 25 super-cute knitting patterns and embellishments, Outrageously Adorable Knits for Dogs is a fun and simple way to swathe your four-legged friend in the very best of handmade finery!With clearly explained step-by-step instructions and inspiringly hilarious photographs, this unique book provides adorable knitting projects and how-to advice for novice knitters and precocious purlers alike. So whether you wish to adorn your canine fashionista with a stylish beret, toasty legwarmers, adorable rabbit ears, or a cozy sweater for crisp winter nights, Outrageously Adorable Dog Knits is the perfect book for you.
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First published by HarperCollinsPublishers in 2014
Photography by Claire Lloyd Davies
Cover and interior design by Jacqui Caulton
Copyright © 2014 HarperCollinsPublishers
Caitlin Doyle asserts her moral rights as author of the text.
Noelle Woosley asserts her moral rights as creator and author of the following patterns: Elizabethan ruff, Feelin’ Fancy Bowtie, Pompom Scarf for Petite Pooches, Chunky Scarf for the Larger Dog, Simple Roll-Neck Sweater, Holiday Patterned Sweater, Preppy Puppy Letterman Sweater, Rabbit Ear Bonnet, Urban Hoodie, Stylish Stripes Sweater, Elf Hat, Flower Embellishment.
Jill Bulgan asserts her moral rights as creator and author of the following patterns: Vintage Ruffled Bonnet, French Beret, Ten-Gallon Cowboy Hat, Toasty Legwarmers, Sports Fanatic Bobble Hat and Scarf, Doggie Blanket, Cupcake, Trendy Cowl, Cutesy Booties, Chic Shawl.
Rachael Matthews and Max Alexander assert their moral rights as creators and authors of the following patterns: Bumblebee Costume, Superhero Costume and Wristbands.
Gemma Birss asserts her moral rights as author of the basic techniques and glossary.
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Disclaimer: The patterns in this book are for personal use and should not be reproduced or used to make knitwear for commercial sale.
No dogs were harmed or humiliated in the making of this book.
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Source ISBN: 9780007940684
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Version: 2014-10-31
Contents
Copyright
Introduction/Author’s Note
Getting Started
Stylish Headwear
Loungin’ Around the House
Cold Weather
Chunky Scarf for the Larger Dog
Pompom Scarf for Petite Pooches
Adorable Sweaters
Preppy Puppy Letterman Sweater
Costumes
Templates
Contributors
Acknowledgments
About the Publisher
Dedicated to Ivy, Poppy, Tilly, Percy, Ruby, Jade, Casper, Elmo, Coco, Carla, Schnitzel, and Harry Potter. Thanks for the sniffs and licks.
Have you ever been all dressed up with no place to go? Well, imagine having the whole world at your (four) feet, but not a stitch to wear! Never fear; this book removes that bane of shame for your loyal best friend.
Your pooch adores you and has gone to so much trouble to show it. Just consider all that work Max put into chewing your slippers just so to ensure they epitomize worn-in comfort. Or the energy Bella has expended in growling away the mailman to keep unwanted bills at bay. It’s time to return their gallant efforts. And what says “I love you” better than a flashy, one-of-a-kind superhero costume for patrolling the house? Or a hand-knit holiday sweater to complement the family photos on Christmas morning against a backdrop of shredded wrapping, courtesy of Olive the puppy?
Amusement is mutual: our pawed pals delight us, as we must surely fascinate them with our strange behaviors, such as relegating perfectly decent “trash” to a can and greeting the wrong end of fellow humans. However, of course, not all dogs like to be paraded for our entertainment. But some simply revel in the attention. If your pampered pup is one of the latter, you’ll be all too familiar with the signs: lapping up the limelight at every dinner party; showing off tricks to each and every new guest; leaving you in a heartbeat if a more captivating lap becomes available; posing perfectly at the first sign of a camera phone. If you share your home with such a diva, get some knitting needles pronto and start crafting some haute couture duds for your little angel.
