55 Christmas Balls to Knit

“Nordic designers Arne & Carlos bring their signature style to the knitting of Christmas ornaments . . . I long to knit enough of these to cover a whole tree.” —Edie Eckman

For nearly twenty years, Scandinavian knitting sensations Arne & Carlos have been delighting crafters around the world, using their unique sense of style to translate traditional Scandinavian designs into quirky, colorful, and endlessly fun projects of all kinds. But perhaps the most beloved example of their charm and versatility is the “Christmas ball”: a cleverly small-scale and deceptively simple pattern that can be adapted to feature any color or combination of colors, any motif—including wintry classics like snowflakes, bows, and angels, and more ornate Scandinavian-inspired designs—and just right for decorating trees, tables, windows, and more! This fan-favorite collection features fast, fun knits perfect for handmade gifts, festive décor, and sharing the holiday spirit.

• fifty-five unique, hand-knit holiday ornaments
• Step-by-step instructions, how-to tips, and recommended techniques
• Full-color photos, charts, and illustrations
• Ideas for using festive motifs in other knitting projects

“Speaking of gifts, you’ll want to knit a few hundred of these ornaments for the holidays designed by Arne & Carlos. Use them to mark place settings, delight hostesses, create centerpieces, festoon wreaths or adorn your tree—or all of the above.” —Vogue Knitting

“Arne and Carlos love Christmas and decorating their Norwegian home. The Christmas balls they designed are in the Scandinavian tradition. These are perfect to knit for gifts as they are fast and require small amounts of yarn . . . A quirky and enjoyable book.” —Examiner.com