Hip to Knit - Softcover

Judith L. Swartz is a designer for yarn companies, publishers, and private clients, as well as a knitting and crocheting teacher. She is the author of Dogs in Knits, Hip to Crochet, and Hip to Knit. She lives in Spring Green, Wisconsin.

"...engaging collection of new and 'hip' patterns invites personal creativity into each design...perfect guide for knitters of all levels." - Ultimate Knitting

"Hip to Knit features fashion forward patterns like hippie-chic tote bags and bold, chunky hats." - Grace Magazine

"A collection of easy patterns with simple instructions, for both knitting newcomers or experienced knitters." - American Profile

"Geared to new knitters who want to experience the satisfaction of making something using their own sense of style." - Knit It! (a Better Homes and Gardens magazine)

"Here's a book with all the patterns that every new knitter asks for." - Bust magazine

"Not another 'golly, knitting is so cool and trendy' book...Swartz's loving and honest voice is a pleasure to read." - Knitter's Review.com

"Patterns certainly live up to their 'hip' classification...the classic design[s]...can be easily adapted for fickle changes in fashion." - Woman's Day Quick and Easy Knitting and Crocheting

"These easy, quick-to-knit projects are perfect for instant-gratification knitting." - Knitter's Magazine

"[Swartz's] more basic cap patterns would look at home on the heads of Eminem and Enrique Iglesias." - Chicago Sun-Times