30 quick-to-knit projects for babies newborn to 24 months, each expertly designed and fast and fun to make. Included are hats, socks and booties, sweaters, blankets, and more adorable items for baby. Chapters are divided according to the approximate time to knit. Insta-Knits for Baby is your go-to resource for all those last-minute baby gift ideas!
Melissa Leapman Book order






- 2023
- 2022
Attention You can knit social media worthy designs in no time! We're all so busy nowadays, but even the most time-crunched knitter can create these beautiful designs by beloved designer Melissa Leapman. Her collection of 24 quick-to-knit projects includes accessories such as hats, cowls, and mittens, as well as amazing wraps and sweaters. Patterns are organized by how long they take to knit, so figure out how much time you've got, and choose a design that excites you--and fits into your hectic lifestyle! Whether you knit up a hat in one afternoon or finish a shawl stitching just a few minutes a day, you'll enjoy the process and adore the instant gratification. Get ready for some selfies--you're going to love showing off your newest Instaknit FOs on social media!
- 2019
Sweet cardigans knit with love make babies even more adorable! Knit nine quick sweaters from top down to get baby dressed up faster than ever!
- 2018
The crocheted throws in this book are just right for making car seats cosy. Some blankets have buttoned straps or seatbelt slits to keep them in place.
- 2018
Knitting Modular Shawls, Wraps, and Stoles
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Knitters love to make shawls and with the easy, innovative techniques of Melissa Leapman, one of America's top knitting designers, they can create hundreds of custom shapes and looks, all from triangular wedges.
- 2018
Crochet intricate afghans, scarves, pillows, and more with Fair Isle motifs.
- 2017
Shake up your wardrobe with fringed fashions that rock! The trendy crochet designs in Fringe Benefits from Leisure Arts prove that fringe can go anywhere and everywhere. Just a little bit adds edgy style to eight simple fashions from Melissa Leapman.
- 2017
Wraps Made Easy
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
For the beginning crocheter or experienced ones who enjoy simple projects, the 8 fabulous designs in Wraps Made Easy from Leisure Arts offer a variety of shapes and styles. All are for Easy skill level, using yarns ranging from super fine weight to medium weight.
- 2017
6000+ Pullover Possibilities
- 264 pages
- 10 hours of reading
"Melissa Leapman, prolific author and knitwear designer, takes the most basic pullover sweater pattern and shows knitters how to customize it using every possible sleeve, neckline, or body shape in yarn weights from Super Fine to Bulky and from sizes XS to 4XL"--
- 2016
Melissa Leapman's Designer Crochet: Accessories
- 143 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Accessorize your wardrobe with one-of-a-kind crocheted pieces, following these new patterns from knit designer Melissa Leapman! Sometimes, all it takes is the right accessory to pull off a great look. And if that accessory happens to be handmade by you? All the better! In this book, popular author/designer/teacher Melissa Leapman shows you how to make more than 25 fresh and beautiful crocheted accessories for women. From winter warmers like cozy hats and scarves that make a statement to all-season wardrobe builders such as one-of-a-kind jewelry, colorful handbags, and stunning shawls, Melissa Leapman's Designer Crochet Accessories has it all. The projects include something for crocheters of all levels, from beginners to intermediate and advanced knitters. Crafters of all skill levels will find a a project to keep their fingers busy. Each project offers easy-to-follow instructions, stitch diagrams using international symbols, and a clear photo to illustrate the finished piece. The back of the book also includes helpful resources such as general crochet and finishing techniques. Crocheters, just think of all those lovely handmade accessories to keep or give as gifts! Unleash your inner accessory-crocheter, and let this book guide you along.