Holidays can be particularly special for knitters, whose preparations often start months in advance and involve their own creations. In handknit Holidays best-selling knitting author Melanie Falick presents an eclectic collection of more than 50 original gifts, decorations, and clothing pieces for Christmas, Hanukkah, and the winter solstice, providing year-round inspiration for knitters of all levels.

Using some of Classic Elite's best yarns, and created by top knitwear designers, the projects include a unique pompom garland pattern using Waterspun and La Gran, a beautiful ribbon scarf in Lush, Brussels Lace Camisole made in Charmed and evergreen and Christmas rose gift bags in Montera. There are great features on such topics as the origin of the Christmas stocking, the meaning of the winter solstice, knitting for charities, strategies for finishing holiday knitting (on schedule!), and even a delicious recipe for festive crescent cookies.

Beautifully photographed by Susan Pittard, handknit Holidays is a creative celebration of the holiday season and a treasure for all knitters who seek to bring more of their own handwork-and artistry-into their daily lives and their holiday festivities.