Books by Jen Lucas
Over the years, I’ve written a variety of knitting books (and a crochet book too!). I’m best known for my popular Sock-Yarn Shawls books (2013, 2015), which are now out of print. You can now find some of the patterns from those books, as well as some patterns from my other out of print books in my new shawl anthology, Big Book of Knitted Shawls (Landauer, 2024).
The out of print books can sometimes be found on Amazon, and may also be available from your local library. Copies of my out of print books have been spotted in thrift stores, at garage sales, and at Half-Price Books. Happy hunting!
My new books can be found wherever craft books are sold. Ask your local yarn store or bookstore if they can order it for you. You can also order them online at Bookshop.org (affiliate link) and Amazon (affiliate link).
Big Book of Knitted Shawls
Landauer, 2024
ISBN-13: 978-1-63981-073-4
Publication Date: 8 October 2024
Available from Amazon (affiliate link) & Bookshop.org (affiliate link).
The best of the best of Jen Lucas's shawl designs, a compilation of her most popular and requested patterns. Create beautifully knitted shawls no matter your skill level!
35 shawl patterns for lacy shawls, wedges, crescents, half-circles, drapey scarves, and more
Beginner-friendly instructions for basic stitches to help you get started, plus more advanced techniques for experienced knitters
Patterns include Damsel, Forest Walk, Medley, Timberline, Flower Garden, Wedgewood, Juniper, Cinder, and more from five of Jen’s books
Sock yarn projects, chunky, sport weight, worsted, and fingering weights with a variety of colors are all included.
Pocket Guide to Knitting
Landauer, 2024
ISBN-13: 978-1-63981-073-4
Publication Date: 3 December 2024
Available from Amazon (affiliate link) & Bookshop.org (affiliate link).
The essential pocket-sized guide for every knitter!
Pocket Guide to Knitting is the perfect reference for any knitter. Its compact size fits easily into your project bag or purse for carry-along convenience, so you never have to be without it!
Cast-on and bind-off methods are covered in detail, plus five stitch patterns
Step-by-step instructions and illustrations for easy-to-follow how-to
Tools and materials advice for successful knitting, including needles, yarns, and the most popular stitches
Tips and tricks from author Jen Lucas's 20+ years of experience
Pocket Guide to Crochet
Landauer, 2024
ISBN-13: 978-1-63981-072-7
Publication Date: 2 July 2024
Available from Amazon (affiliate link) & Bookshop.org (affiliate link).
Never be without crochet guidance again! Everything a crochet enthusiast needs, whether brand-new to the craft or experienced, can be right at your fingertips!
Perfectly portable pocket-sized guide is perfect for storing in your craft bag to take along anywhere
Included stitch guide contains a wide variety of crochet stiches with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions
Helpful overviews of tools and materials you'll need for successful crocheting
Tips, tricks, and advice from a seasoned crocheter, author Jen Lucas
Knit Accessories
Leisure Arts, 2018
ISBN-13: 978-1-46477-236-8
Publication Date: 19 October 2018
Jen Lucas, popular knit and crochet designer, brings 14 fun and stylish accessories patterns all in knit in the round.
Choose a knitting technique like cables, lace, or slipped stitches and grab those double pointed and circular needles to knit these projects in round.
Whether you're a beginner knitter looking to add new skills to your bag or you’re an experienced knitter looking for a quick project to make, you re sure to find something you'll love in Knit Accessories: 14 Cute Winter Patterns to Add Warmth to Any Outfit.
Top-Down Shawls (currently out of print)
Martingale & Company, 2018
ISBN-13: 978-1-60468-960-0
Publication Date: 15 November 2018
Five-time author Jen Lucas returns with a dozen lacy shawls to knit three ways: some are wedges, some are crescents, and others are half-circles. And they all start at the top! Cast on just two or three stitches and watch your shawl grow row by row.
Both charted and written instructions for making each shawl are included, so you can choose your favorite way to follow along.
Unleash your inner designer with templates for wedge, crescent, and half-circle shawls, along with 18 stitch patterns to mix and match in mesmerizing one-of-a-kind projects.
Beautiful outdoor photography features each project in a nature setting, and each shawl is shown on a model, so you can see options for wearing the shawls you make.
Stunning Stitches (out of print)
Martingale & Company, 2017
ISBN-13: 978-1-60468-823-8
Publication Date: 23 May 2017
Best-selling designer Jen Lucas puts her special spin on a unique collection of knitwear. Discover seven eye-catching stitch patterns, each used to create three distinctive accessories, such as a sensational scarf, a cozy cowl, and a spectacular shawl.
You'll be amazed by how the stitch patterns add that special something to each project--knit all 21 designs
Close-up photos of all seven stitch patterns are included
This all-new collection includes projects for a range of skill levels
Cozy Stash-Busting Knits (out of print)
Martingale & Company, 2016
ISBN-13: 978-1-60468-750-7
Publication Date: 24 May 2016
Popular designer Jen Lucas is celebrated for her lacy sock-yarn creations. Now she brings her light and lovely style to the heavier-weight yarn in your stash. You'll find snuggly and trendy hats, shawls, mitts, mittens, scarves, and cowls designed for your favorite DK, worsted, and bulky yarns.
Easy tips make converting patterns to different yarn weights effortless
Projects feature a variety of textured stitches, including cables and lace
Fashion-forward accessories are perfect for handmade gifts, or just for you
Sock-Yarn Accessories (out of print)
Martingale & Company, 2015
ISBN-13: 978-1-60468-657-9
Publication Date: 15 September 2015
First Jen Lucas wowed knitters with her hugely popular books featuring sock-yarn shawls. Now she puts sock yarn to beautiful use in 20 quick-to-stitch accessories for beginners and beyond. Choose from 12 individual patterns--such as scarves, socks, cowls, mitts, a market bag, and a hat--plus four matched sets: a cowl and mitts, shawl and hat, mittens and hat, and scarf and socks.
Expand your skills with new, easy, exciting projects that are perfect for gifts
Projects feature texture, cables, and lace--and a variety of sock yarns
Gorgeous accessories to wear separately or together for a coordinated look
Sock-Yarn Shawls II (out of print)
Martingale & Company, 2015
ISBN-13: 978-1-60468-476-6
Publication Date: 6 January 2015
Best-selling author Jen Lucas presents an all-new selection of striking patterns for luscious sock yarns, following the overwhelming success of Sock-Yarn Shawls. Discover designs for everyone from confident beginners to advanced knitters. Patterns range from small shawlettes to large circular shawls, and many are made from a single skein.
16 pretty new patterns for single-colored and multicolored shawls--enjoy lots of options
Shawl constructions include top down, bottom up, crescent, short row, and circular
Begin with the basics and move on to create designs with attach-as-you-go lace borders
Sock-Yarn Shawls (out of print)
Martingale & Company, 2013
ISBN-13: 978-1-60468-194-9
Publication Date: 15 January 2013
Sock yarns are so yummy. They come in many colorways and fiber contents--and they're everywhere. Best of all, they're versatile; you can use these fabulous fibers for a lot more than socks. You can make shawls!
Learn how to work from a knitting chart; instructions for 15 striking shawls are charted and written out
Get tips for choosing the right yarn--from fiber content to color--plus tips on using stitch markers, making shawls bigger, and more
Make great gifts; find a variety of knitted-shawl patterns to suit yourself and your friends