Knitting the USA by Nancy Bates

Knitting the USA by Nancy BatesWhether its a corn field in Iowa, the peaches of Georgia, or the buckeye that shows up on absolutely everything in Ohio, each of the fifty states has manmade and natural landmarks, symbols, and traditions that make it unique. Now you can capture the history and wonders of America with original beanie patterns created by celebrated knitting designer Nancy Bates. The beanie patterns in this bookone for each of the fifty statescelebrate all aspects of

Whether it’s a corn field in Iowa, the peaches of Georgia, or the buckeye that shows up on absolutely everything in Ohio, each of the fifty states has manmade and natural landmarks, symbols, and traditions that make it unique. Now you can capture the history and wonders of America with original beanie patterns created by celebrated knitting designer Nancy Bates.

The beanie patterns in this book—one for each of the fifty states—celebrate all aspects of America; the projects range from simple constructions such as the flowers of Hawaii to more challenging stitch patterns like the waterfalls of Oregon. Clear charts, easy-to-read keys, and thorough instructions help any knitter, beginner or experienced, work up these gratifying projects.

Whether you are knitting a beanie for your favorite person in a faraway state, or knitting one for each state you’ve visited, you will enjoy learning about each state and creating beautiful wearable art that celebrates America the beautiful!

FIFTY BEANIE PATTERNS: Including both simple and more challenging stitch patterns, there is something for everyone with these 50 beanie patterns

INSPIRED BY THE BEAUTY AND DIVERSITY OF THE UNITED STATES: From state flags to local architecture, natural landscapes, and popular symbols, each beanie pattern celebrates the amazing tapestry of our country.

THE PERFECT GIFT: Perfect for any knitting enthusiast, this book is the gift that keeps on giving with the beanies also being great gifts for friends and family who live in different states, or who love to travel, as a way to commemorate the states they’ve visited or lived in.

SPECTACULARLY PHOTOGRAPHED: Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished beanie and each state’s landscapes, landmarks, flora, and fauna.

EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: Each of the 50 beanie knitting patterns have been tested and offer clear charts so that knitters of every skill level can knit a beanie in no time.  Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished beanie and gorgeous images of the landscapes that inspired it.

The following patterns are included in the book:

• • Alabama Beanie
  • Alaska Beanie
  • Arizona Beanie
  • Arkansas Beanie
  • California Beanie
  • Colorado Beanie
  • Connecticut Beanie
  • Delaware Beanie
  • Florida Beanie
  • Georgia Beanie
  • Hawaii Beanie
  • Idaho Beanie
  • Illinois Beanie
  • Indiana Beanie
  • Iowa Beanie
  • Kansas Beanie
  • Kentucky Beanie
  • Louisiana Beanie
  • Maine Beanie
  • Maryland Beanie
  • Massachusetts Beanie
  • Michigan Beanie
  • Minnesota Beanie
  • Mississippi Beanie
  • Missouri Beanie
  • Montana Beanie
  • Nebraska Beanie
  • Nevada Beanie
  • New Hampshire Beanie
  • New Jersey Beanie
  • New Mexico Beanie
  • New York Beanie
  • North Carolina Beanie
  • North Dakota Beanie
  • Ohio Beanie
  • Oklahoma Beanie
  • Oregon Beanie
  • Pennsylvania Beanie
  • Rhode Island Beanie
  • South Carolina Beanie
  • South Dakota Beanie
  • Tennessee Beanie
  • Texas Beanie
  • Utah Beanie
  • Vermont Beanie
  • Virginia Beanie
  • Washington Beanie
  • West Virginia Beanie
  • Wisconsin Beanie
  • Wyoming Beanie

Paperback, 232 pgs
published in 2025
Weldon Owen Books

photos by Nancy Bates, et al.