Knitted Doll by Patricia Brockert - Toys to Knit Book by Tracy Chapman

Patricia Brockert writes, "I have always wanted to leave my grandchildren memories rather than buy them the latest new commercial toy at the department store.   They have enjoyed learning how to tie dye shirts, make jewelry, bake cookies, knit, weave, play card games.    My oldest grandchild is a mother, herself, now.   And the youngest is six.   For the past two years, I have been knitting animals and dolls for the younger ones.   I use Tracy Chapman's "Toys To Knit."   I let them go through the book and pick out what they want for their birthday or Christmas.   They write their name beside the doll or animal that they want, And they tell me how they would like it to be personalized so it's just for them.  

"One of my favorite requests is Caden's wish for the boy sailor doll.   But instead of the usual sailor uniform, he wants his doll to have a cape.   The monkey doll has been a favorite of severall of the children."

"Briana got hers with a hint of pink in the fur and pierced ears and an ankle chain.   Ian picked a mouse, but he wanted it exactly like the picture."  

Patricia was often uses Toys to Knit by Tracy Chapman.

Anova Books writes: “Adorable, soft and colorful – and just the right size for little hands – knitted toys are the ideal gift for children of all ages. The collection of wonderful knitted toys in this book - many of them complete with their own alternative outfits or additional accessories – will be a welcome addition to any child's cuddly collection.”

“As well as imaginative dolls, traditional animals and a cute teddy has included a selection of nursery toys for the very young child - a ball, blocks with intarsia lettering and a rattle with a bell, for example. The projects range from the simple to more complex, and utilize a wide variety of knitting skills. Each pattern is carefully explained, with clear charts and detailed instructions, so even the less-experienced knitter will find them easy to follow.”

“Whether you want an easily-made gift or a more complex knitting project to really get into, Tracy Chapman's exciting new patterns will inspire you to pick up your needles and get started. Toys to Knit is the companion volume to the forthcoming Toys to Sew, which includes a range of desirable projects to stitch from author Claire Garland. (25,000 words.)” Length: 96 pages --
Illustration note: 100 color photographs

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