Patterns to keep you warm all winter—and warm the hearts of everyone on your gift list.   This is an outstanding selection of knitting patterns from established designer and bestselling writer Claire Crompton, author of The Knitter’s Bible and Knitter’s Bible project books.   Featuring strong designs across a range of styles for those who are new to knitting, all the projects included are beginner, easy, or intermediate skill level. As well as patterns and project instructions, you will find an explanation of the abbreviations used, a knitting needle conversion chart, a skill level key, a standard yarn weight chart, knitting techniques, and making-up techniques.