Beautiful patterns, great instructions both in writing and with "picture" descriptions so that everything is covered.

This is defiantly not a beginner knitter book, so if you see this and want something to learn? Not the right book.

For everyone else however? Its perfect, because you will find something to knit from in here!

It has hats to leg warmers and everything in between!

Of course the yarn that is actually used in this book is quiet luxurious - huge surprise with the subtitle!- but i think that it shouldn't be any problem switching to a different yarn you personally prefer, or can afford easier!

I do have to say that i felt like i can feel the quality of the yarn they used in the book.
Might have been imagination. Or just the nice pictures? No idea.

Its a beautiful book and if you want to have some nice instructions and beautiful patterns to knit?

Highly recommend this book!

If you are looking for knitting patterns for hats, gloves, leg warmers or shawls, this book has some pretty examples. The instructions are easy to follow and illustrations for the pattern and also stitches (in glossary) are helpful. I wish there would be more variety in the patterns, and maybe a few more patterns (in lieu of so many photos of each one).

Plum Dandi Knits: Simple Designs for Luxury Yarns by Alicia Plummer and Melissa Schaschwary is a lovely book filled with cozy designs in luxury yarns, featuring simple garter and stockinette stitches suited to even the new knitter, through complicated lace and cables to challenge the more accomplished.

The designs are all very classic styles and include hats, mittens, socks, legwarmers, sweaters, cardigans and shawls. Choose something to suit any female friend or family member, or even create an entire wardrobe of knitted garments for yourself.

My thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for providing a digital review copy.

The patterns in this book are quite nice, if a bit uninspiring. There’s too much of the sexy model who happens to be wearing a knit item about the illustrations. Some of the photos don’t even show the garment very well. Not a book I would have purchased.

I very much liked this book. There is a good selection of patterns at varying skill levels and the photography really gives the collection a timeless look. All the patterns are photographed in cozy, natural settings that make you want to curl up and grab your needles. The patterns are all made in neutrals, so I can see them having a great appeal across different tastes. It will be interesting to see how customers' Ravelry projects vary in color and styling. I've added at least 2 patterns from this book to my Ravelry queue, the Stowe hat and the Cape Elizabeth. The pattern font is easy to scan and pattern sections are clearly marked and spaced, making it easy to return to specific parts of the pattern. Patterns are described in both grid and row directions. There is a glossary for pattern abbreviations and illustrations of stitches in the back. This would make a lovely gift for any new or seasoned knitter.

This is a good solid book of very classical designs that will last for years. The instructions are really easy to follow and the book is beautifully laid out.. There are no hunting for the specific brand of wool, but maybe some time spent matching the blend to make it your own (although there is a list at the back of the book of where to source the wool). I really found this book very inspiring and the designs to suit any age group - well worth the time spend on a garment that will fit in now for years to come.

What a treat to see a book this full of projects including leg warmers, socks, shawls, sweaters, mitts, fingerless gloves and more. The Prescott shawl is definitely on my list. Great photography and good explanation of patterns.

Plum Dandi Knits is a beautiful collection of knitting projects. As an avid knitter, I found the this book to be very enticing, with many interesting techniques that are stylish and wearable. I really liked the variety of projects, from sweaters to smaller accessories, such as headbands, fingerless gloves, and shawls. I would definitely cast on quite a few of the projects. I would classify the patterns as simple elegance. This book would make a wonderful gift for the knitter in your life. I know I'd be pleased to receive it.

A lovely new addition to modern knitting book collectors. Gorgeous patterns with cables, lacework, modern twists on a traditional craft.

I’m a knittter and I’m excited to find this book, I am sure other knitters will be too. Having already used Alicia Plummer patterns on Ravelry, I totally encourage readers to try out the patterns.

Great illustrations and clear instructions with charts too. Grab your yarn and needles, there are hats, leg socks , sweaters, leg warmers and more to tempt you.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read and review this book.

These patterns and designs are above my skill level, for the most part. Boy, the beautiful photos and enticing descriptions sure makes me wish I could knit more of them! (And live the life the models appear to be living.) But I did find a few small projects in here that I've got in my queue now, and maybe someday, I'll be able to knit more of them. Gorgeous book.

As an experienced knitter I have to say that there was not one pattern that I felt moved to make. However, I must add that living in a warm climate I might be a tad unfair saying this as many of the patterns were clearly for colder climates. However, I didn't think the presentation was of the standard that I have grown accustomed to regarding Interweave knits. I also felt that many of the patterns (or similar) are available free of charge online.

Simple and approachable designs are the focus of this knitting collection, centered on mindful knitting and a thoughtful approach. The photography of this book does not reflect that at all, with heavily made up models who look like they'd never set foot in the woods. The incongruity of the photography was very distracting, and I would much rather have seen these natural and simple knitted garments in a natural setting than on displaced models. For larger knitting collections only, as this offers little that is truly original, and isn't the eye candy contained in better photographed collections.

Plum Dandi Knits is a compilation of easy to medium difficulty knitted items that you would imagine seeing around a fire on a snowy evening. The most difficult skill needed is keeping track of multiple cables at a time. The pictures are gorgeous, with mostly natural colors of tan, gray, and white. If you're looking for a quick sweater of bulky yarn that doesn't look bulky while wearing, there is a pattern in this book for you.

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As the cover and description would indicate, this is a book of knitting patterns. What's unique about it is an emphasis on stitch patterns that create romantic designs that are very fluid, like nature.

My one complaint about it is that a lot of the patterns are for 'accessories'. I counted 2 patterns for leg warmers, one flared, 1 pair of warm looking socks, 4 shawls, one with a massive cable design, 2 patterns for fingerless gloves with interesting textures plus a pattern for enclosed mittens, an interesting headband that I'll certainly make, 2 scarves, a sort of cabled hat with a big fluffy ball at the top plus 2 more hats, one that the texture pattern made me think of dragon scales, and a cabled blanket.

This wouldn't be bad if there were more patterns for pullovers and cardigans. Apart from the above there was a patter with delicate stitch patterns in a cardigan and shrug, a striped pullover vest, a turtleneck pullover, an interesting patterned cape that I would make longer, and one other pullover with a lovely pattern going down the sleeves which I am very likely to make. No jackets or dresses, which might have benefited from the sort of design that has gone into the projects offered.

There's an extensive stitch glossary, including some unusual ones like the long-tail cast on that I haven't seen elsewhere. I'd say this book is for the more experienced knitter. There are plenty of pictures in color and the stitches are illustrated with clear drawings.

Overall a good knitting book, but I'd like to see more patterns for everyday clothes. You can only make so many hats and scarves before you have too many, no matter how cool the designs.

This is a lovely book, offering an eclectic range of patterns - something for every knitter! I particularly loved the philosophical underpinning of the collection; these are patterns to keep you in the moment, to lose yourself in over a big mug of coffee. Although I haven't had time to test a pattern myself yet, I have now favourited a few on Ravelry where, unsurprisingly, they are clocking up a lot of love. They don't look difficult to me, but they definitely use clever stitch combinations to make even simple knitting look lovely and complex when it is done. There is plenty of lovely photography, and the patterns themselves are very clearly written - plus, there is a helpful glossary of stitches, with diagrams, at the back if there happen to be any stitches you aren't already familiar with. I've marked this as four stars because at this price point I felt there should have been detailed sizing information and help with how to take things up and/or down a size.

I received an advanced readers' copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a fair and frank review.

Many thanks!

A lovely treat of a book! I found the patterns to be well written,with clear schematics and the ability to choose between graphs and written instructions for those of us who prefer not to use charts( with all that counting!) There is a wide variation of sizes to choose from,whether you make jumpers or cardigans, and the intricate cables and lacework deserve luxury yarns to highlight the hard work/ enjoyment we knitters get from using our needles/ pins. Both American and British terminology is used throughout this book,with a useful glossary and yarn stockists at the back . The photographs are clear and highlight any tricky areas in greater detail,which is also useful for problems that may occur in assembling the finished garment, you get a good idea of how the fit is to be achieved.
I am a keen charity knitter,at present I am doing hats,gloves and scarves for our local shoebox appeal for the homeless,and have recently done witches and trick or treat baskets for Halloween,poppies for Remembrance Sunday and completed a few dragons for fans of Game of Thrones. Our group is lucky in that we use mainly donated wool,which means all monies raised go to the relevant charities. However,there are times when nothing competes with the softness and the sheer pleasure of using luxurious wools, mohair, silk mixtures, linen and designer wools which are too expensive for a charity ,but are a delicious treat and a few balls will find a good home with me. The fun part then,is trying to find the right pattern to bring out the subtleties of such beautiful yarns,and this book is full of gorgeous designs and I have already pencilled in a few to try.
I am loving the Lyndon socks,and I will do a few pairs for our local hospice, the toes are beautifully shaped and look so comfortable, I think the patients would appreciate such coziness . I am going to attempt the Fennimer leg warmers for myself, and perhaps the Harrington scarf for my long suffering hubby,who is resigned to balls of wool falling out of cupboards and tripping over my many baskets of stash. Best of all, I am intrigued at the different way of making a pom-pom for my cable hats,it looks easier than the method I usually use. I am also showing this book to my Tuesday knitting group, we love to experiment with new stitches and getting to know the works of new pattern designers and this book will appeal to us all. I am really impressed with this book and will readily recommend this to my friends. This is my honest opinion and I will post this review today on Goodreads.

Lots of up to date designs to inspire both keen, experienced knitters and those tempted to have a try. Well laid out and clear instructions. An excellent gift.

For beginning to intermediate knitters who want some quick fun accessories for the coming winter. Other than a few sweaters, most of the items in this collection are hats and other accessories knit in a pretty big gauge, perfect for last minute gift knitting. Nothing revolutionary, but patterns that seem well crafted. A few mitts are in my future!

Beautiful patterns with easy to read instructions. Nothing too complex. Knitters will be spoilt for choice.