Susie Johns graduated from the Slade School of Fine Art and worked as a magazine editor for 11 years, specialising in crafts, cookery and gardening, before going freelance in 1996. Since then she has written books on a variety of creative subjects including photo craft, jewellery making, collage, sewing, knitting and crochet, and has contributed regular features for magazines. Susie is a qualified teacher and has run workshops in watercolours, beadwork, crochet and knitting. She is based in London.

Cute and Easy Baby Knits is a collection of 25 charming designs to keep little ones cosy and comfortable all year round.

Cute and Easy Baby Knits is a collection of 25 charming designs to keep little ones cosy and comfortable all year round.

Learn how to make beautiful garments and accessories for newborns to 3-year-olds, from booties and hats to a textured tunic sweater and a pretty skirt. Susie Johns, an author of more than 30 books, shows you how to make 25 patterns that can be knitted by beginners as well as more experienced crafters. You'll find out how to create practical items that are certain to be a hit, such as a blanket with a ribbed border or a drawstring bag to store toys, as well as a teddy bear and bunting with bells that will jingle above a baby's bed. Illustrated with clear step-by-step artworks, the knitting know-how chapter guides you through all the techniques you will need, from simple knit and purl stitch to delicate delicate detailing effects and eye-catching features.