Years ago I was having lunch with the folks at Sixth and Spring.
They publish a lot of your favorite knitting books, as well as Vogue Knitting magazine.
We were chatting about the possibility of us working on a book together based on New Stitch a Day.
Unfortunately that book never came to fruition.
But one thing I did learn was their 60 Quick Knits book series was one of their most popular.
At that time they only had a couple of books in the series published.
Now 15 years later they are still going strong.
We’ve picked out 5 of our favorites that cover everything from babies to blanket squares.
60 Quick Knits for Beginners
Offering a wide array of creative techniques and attractive beginner knitting patterns, this entry in the beloved 60 Quick Knits series is the perfect book for anyone learning to knit.
Accessible, fun, illustrated with step-by-step instructions, and featuring insightful sidebars throughout, it demystifies complex skills and instills indispensable knitting wisdom.
60 Quick Cowls
Cozy up to cowls with this inventive collection of 60 knitted cowl patterns. Projects range from classic styles to more innovative designs for knitters of all skill levels looking for practical-yet-on-trend pieces.
And with all projects knitted in a worsted weight, these cowls are truly quick knits that will make great gifts or go-to projects for any knitter looking for a fast and satisfying project.
60 Quick Knitted Toys
Knitters will love creating this collection of 60 cool toys, which range from tools like a saw, hammer, and screwdriver to a ballerina doll.
Whip up a menagerie of stuffed hippos, owls, foxes, and monkeys; games like a jumbo knitted tic-tac-toe board and penguin bowling; or a unique medieval set that includes a king, a queen, an adorable dragon, and a building-block castle! Every project will capture your heart.
60 Quick Baby Knits
From cozy cardigans and a whimsical blanket shaped like a sheep to a pinwheel beret, embroidered booties, and tiny legwarmers, 60 Quick Baby Knits has something for every knitter…and every tot!
Featuring the popular, affordable, and surprisingly soft Cascade 220 Superwash yarn, these cute and colorful projects-designed for ages 0 to 24 months-will please even the fussiest babies…and their parents.
60 Quick Knit Blanket Squares
With 60 beautiful patterns that span all skill levels and include knit and purl textures, cables, lace, and unique stitches,sample color combinations, a range of blanket sizes, a variety of edgings, and several inspirational blanket patterns, even the most hesitant knitter will find plenty to kick-start their creativity.
Knitting a blanket by making individual 12 x 12” squares means knitters can work on the go year-round without overheating as they wrestle ever-growing blankets. This approach to knitting blankets is simple, easy, and adaptable up to the very last minute.
Conclusion
So there you have it!
These are our favorite picks from the 60 Quick Knits book series.
But what do you think?
What are your favorite quick knit patterns or books?