Books

Mittens, Hats, Socks, and more from Atlantic Canada.

Newest book - Big Splash Knits

The Nunavut Toque is inspired by the Nunavut territorial flag colouring and composition, as well as Lazarus’s (played by Solomon Awa) Nunavut toque, which can be glimpsed in Episode 4.

As I have drawn inspiration from North of North, I will donate 50% of the proceeds from pattern sales to the YWCA Agvik Society in Nunavut. They have been helping women in Nunavut end the cycles of violence in their lives and their communities by providing safe shelter and support services to women and children who are fleeing violence, experiencing homelessness and other barriers.

SIZE

Circumference of body of hat: 22 inches (56 cm)

Height of Hat: approximately 8 inches (20 cm)

By Tanis Gray

Featuring 28 beautiful knits pictured in gorgeous full-colour photography, Knitting with Disney includes patterns for toys, apparel, and decor pulled straight from and inspired by favorite Disney movies. Take a trip to Neverland with an adorable amigurumi Tinker Bell. Celebrate the circle of life with a vibrant sweater based on The Lion King. Or make an authentic Disney costume replica of one of the Seven Dwarfs’ caps or Kuzco’s poncho.

By Tanis Gray

Introducing the first official Harry Potter knitting book—a deluxe guide to creating over 25 authentic Harry Potter knits based on the iconic films. Channel the magic of the Harry Potter films from the screen to your needles with the ultimate knitter’s guide to the Wizarding World.

A true fan must-have, this book also includes fun facts, original costume sketches, film stills, and other behind-the-scenes treasures. Harry Potter: Knitting Magic is sure to have fans everywhere summoning needles, conjuring yarn, and practicing their best knitting wizardry.

By Tanis Gray

Weave magic into your knits with the first-ever Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas knitting guide, featuring more than 25 patterns inspired by the strange and spooky characters of Tim Burton’s beloved classic. Inspired by the characters of Jack Skellington, Sally, Dr. Finkelstein, Zero, Oogie Boogie, the Mayor, Sandy Claws, and more, these patterns feature a mix of dark and vibrant knits and glow-in-the-dark yarn in celebration of the melding of Halloween and Christmas in this classic film.

Make miniature items with these patterns. Patterns are written in UK abbreviations. 

By Tanis Gray
Bring the power of the Force to your needles with the first official Star Wars knitting pattern book. Featuring 28 knits pictured in gorgeous full colour photography, Star Wars: Knitting the Galaxy includes patterns for toys, apparel, and home decor inspired by your favorite movie moments, characters (both human and alien), droids, ships, and more.

Hilary Grant takes a thoroughly modern approach to Nordic knitting with this collection of thirty projects. With designs that are fresh, bold, and graphic, these geometric motifs give a contemporary spin to traditional colourwork patterns. With a range of accessories and sweaters there is something from everyone here: hats, cowls, fingerless mitts, sweaters, and more.

The allure of colourwork tugs at the heart of all knitters. From traditional Fair Isle designs to Icelandic Lopapeysa and clean Nordic patterns, knitting projects that use a kaleidescope of colours are eye-catching and inspiring. Knitting from the North is the perfect entry into knitting with colour, with patterns to help you keep your hands warm and spirits high.

By Leonie Morgan

A collection of 20 patterns for making 18 beautiful corner-to-corner crochet afghans and an accent pillow and rug. With its stunning mixture of all-in-one and join-as-you-go block patterns, there is plenty for C2C lovers and row-by-row enthusiasts to enjoy. Each beautiful design has a clear, written pattern, an easy-to-follow chart, and large, detailed photographs of the finished throws.