Sally Muir and Joanna Osborne are back with a collection of new patterns for pets to make, keep and give. This new book is aimed at new knitters – it contains clear step-by-step instructions for all the basic knitting stitches, as well as hints and tips to get you started and build confidence. Once you have mastered the basics, simple but lifelike patterns for a range of pets include a goldfish, hamster, canary, rabbit, and even a snake. Dog and cat lovers will not be disappointed – the authors have included simplified versions of their much-loved dog and cat patterns. Idiosyncratic descriptions of the various animals accompany beautiful photography, making this book irresistible for new knitters and devoted pet lovers.