Knitted Flowers is a collection of 30 pretty projects to create floral displays, accessories and decorations from yarn.

Show someone you care by giving them a bunch of flowers, but instead of the kind that will be past their best in a few days’ time, why not knit them instead? With 30 beautiful blooms to choose from, including poppy, violet, gerbera, clematis and rose, there’s sure to be a favourite for everyone. There are plenty of other ways you can enjoy these adaptable makes, too: create a flower garland, or use them to embellish cushion covers, brooch backs, hair slides or key rings. These charming projects will bring a smile to all who receive them, and will give you hours of pleasure when knitting them. With detailed colour photographs of each flower and clear instructions, it’s never been easier to grab your knitting needles and turn your stash of yarn remnants into floral works of art.

Projects include: poppy, violet, gerbera, clematis and rose.

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Cut flowers are beautiful but short-lived and potted plants don’t always thrive if you’re not naturally green-fingered, but, with Sian Brown’s knitted flower patterns, you will have guaranteed blooms! There are 30 designs to make, some of which are flat and can be worn as brooches or attached to bags or blankets as embellishments, while other designs are three-dimensional and can be displayed in vases or knitted pots. They would make wonderful gifts as you could choose a loved one’s favourite bloom or their birth month flower. Some of them could also be displayed as seasonal or festive decorations each year, such as the summery Sunflower or the Christmas Poinsettia. The patterns require simple DK, 4 ply or aran-weight yarns and would make great stash-busting projects. The realistic textures and details of the flowers are achieved using a variety of techniques such as bobbles and embroidered French knots. A guide to the techniques is included, making the book suitable for knitters of all levels. Favourite makes include the branch of Cherry Blossom, the sprigs of Lavender and the potted Hyacinth.

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This is a great book to add to your library. The drawings are beautifully done and together with the photos they bring the patterns to life. Whether you are looking for embellishments, ornaments or knitting for specific purpose such as Poppy Day there is something for everyone. Knitted flowers are a great way to use up your stash of DK or 4ply yarn so no cost involved in producing some great small knitting projects. The patterns are backed up by a full range of terminology and step by step instructions including how to add embroidery to some of the finished flowers.