Coffeehouse Knits: Knitting Patterns and Essays with Robust Flavor Kindle Edition

Loved this book, very nice project ideas that are for all seasons. Made my mother a cowl from it.

Coffeehouse Knits is a cozy collection of knitting patterns and essays gathered together around the concepts of coffeeshops and community. As we have come to expect from Interweave/F&W Media, the photography is stunning and the patterns clear and easy to read. There are twenty patterns in all — in terms of garments there are six sweaters, one cardigan, and one tee, whilst for accessories there are two pairs of socks, one pair of mittens, one beanie, four cowls, two scarves, and two shawls — and each pattern looks luscious and inviting. They range in yarn weight from fingering-weight (4ply) to bulky (chunky), with most being around the DK/worsted weights.I chose to knit the Chai Latte Cowl and I found the pattern to be clearly worded and quick to knit, with a gorgeous cowl to wear afterwards. Reading the patterns through, I was pleased to find that there was nothing too taxing for a beginner nor nothing too boring for a more experienced knitter. Techniques and abbreviations are found towards the back of the book. The accompanying essays all centre around the concept of community as experienced through knitting, and offer inspiring and motivational reflections on what it means to be a knitter in today’s world. All in all, this is a lovely collection which would make a great addition to any knitter’s bookshelves.I received an e-ARC from the publisher, Interweave/F&W Media, through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

A REALLY nice book. The book has 20 patterns of which I would probably knit 19! Well done, beautiful pictures to keep me inspired and many skill levels. This book will be Christmas gifts for at least 3 peeps.

Coffeehouse Knitsby Kerry BogertCoffeehouse Knits is an ingenious book, with a themed centered around the concepts of a coffeeshop and socializing. Blending two of my favorite things coffee and knitting, so there was no hesitation in agreeing to read this book; I loved that there was a whole book dedicated to the idea. Stunning images for a wide variety of good-looking projects, that show the garment/s from several different angles, with close-ups on the design work.Reading through the lovely collection patterns, I was pleased to find that the author had projects that are not too difficult for a beginner nor nothing that is too uninteresting for a more experienced knitter. I take pleasure in examining knitting books, looking for patterns to try knitting and expanding of my own personal knitting skills. The patterns and instructions are easy to read and the understand, with each pattern having a chapter of their own; including inspiring notes and motivational essays from the designer. Along with her observations depicting warm feelings of combining knitting and socializing in knitting communities in the world.The cover on Coffeehouse Knits is beautiful and inviting; with patterns that have lovely names like “House Blend Cardigan” and “Breakfast Brioche Shawl”, and the colors of the yarns used are luscious. My favorite patterns were the Morning Brew Pattern of a sweater, Latte Swirl Sweater and the Soho Shawl; but I wanted to try one of the knitting pattern to verify the easy of following the patterns; so, I picked the Chai Latte Cowl pattern, found this pattern to be plainly worded and fast to knit, with a gorgeous cowl to wear. Knitting techniques and abbreviations are found in the book, and there is also a small index where special techniques are explained step-by-step; with links for further detailed instructions.Coffeehouse Knits is well written and would make a great addition to any knitter’s bookshelves. I am more than happy to be adding this gem to my bookshelf, and I cannot wait until this book is in my hands and on my bookshelf and I am knitting the patterns. I always like to write a review for the authors, helping them get their work noticed by others, these are my own true thoughts and feelings about Coffeehouse Knits by Kerry Bogert; both are deserving a 4-star rating.

I just love perusing a new knitting book. My favorite patterns in this book are the Gingersnap Pullover that is a nice sweater, Morning Brew Pattern of a sweater, and the Soho Shawl. To top these, being a sock person, I just love that they included the twirling socks and extra whip sock patterns. Now that the snow is flying, I think I might try to whip up some mittens using the Steamed Mittens pattern which takes the basic mitten look and adds a flare to it to make it extra special.I received a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Looks like the perfect book for me! I like challenging patterns plus pretty ones too. Hope Santa picks this book for me.😍🎄

Great items to knit