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Literary Chic: 16 Patterns for Book Lovers

February 17, 2018 by Stitch&Unwind 11 Comments

There’s just something about a good book that has the ability to completely transport you to another place. Whether you like the feel of a book in your hand, you love the convenience of e-readers, you prefer to listen to audiobooks when you’re on the go, or all of the above, I think we can all agree that there’s just something magical about losing yourself in a story for a little while. It’s just as easy as losing yourself in a knitting or crochet project, in fact!

If you’ve ever wanted to channel the characters of your favorite books, here are 16 patterns just for you: based on 8 popular and classic books, these crochet and knitting patterns are just the thing to bring a little bit of that make-believe world into your reality. Some of them even have movie or TV adaptations, so you can compare your patterns to the real costumes! Find your favorite patterns and get started – and if you’re an audiobook lover, you can even listen along to your favorite story as you work!

patterns for book lovers

Literary Chic: 16 Patterns for Book Lovers

Lacy Hairpin ShawlPride and Prejudice

Channel your inner Bennet sister in one of these gorgeous shawls – warm enough to protect you from Darcy’s cold demeanor!

  • Jane Austen Knit Shawl
  • Lacy Hairpin Crochet Shawl

Hunger Games WrapThe Hunger Games

No matter your survival skills, you’re sure to be a winner in these Hunger Games-inspired wraps!

  • District 12 Knit Cowl Wrap
  • Girl on Fire Necklace

Outlander

Back to Scotland Outlander CowlTravel back in time with Claire in these chunky cowls – you’ll feel as though you’re right at home in the highlands of Scotland.

  • Claire’s Outlander Knit Cowl
  • Back to Scotland Crochet Cowl

The Great Gatsby

1920s-cloche-hat_Medium_ID-740944You’ll be the cat’s pajamas in these cloche hats, straight from the Jazz Age! Some things never go out of style.

  • 1920s Crochet Cloche Hat
  • Classic Inaugural Knit Cloche

Wuthering Heights

Among the Moorlands Knit WrapKeep warm while wandering the moors in these cozy wraps. Take care not to run into any ghosts!

  • Among the Moorlands Knit Wrap
  • Woven Crochet Wrap

Gone with the Wind

All Frills ShawlFrankly, my dear, we can’t get enough of these ruffly patterns. Guaranteed to make you the belle of the ball!

  • All Frills Crochet Shawl
  • Flirty Ruffle Knit Blouse

Harry Potter

These fun hat patterns are simply magical! It’s a shame there’s not a spell to have them make themselves.

  • Harry’s Favorite Sorting Hat
  • Harry Potter Crochet Scarf 

The Lord of the Rings

Flowing-Angelic-ShawlEven Galadriel would envy these gorgeous shawl patterns that are fit for an elven queen.

  • Flowing Angelic Shawl
  • Magical Lace Knit Cape

What’s your favorite book?

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Comments

  1. Patrice says

    February 24, 2016 at 2:47 pm

    Question. Help… Is it possible to track down a knitting pattern that was published in the Fall, 2001 Family Circle Easy Knitting Magazine? The sweater is called Free and Easy designed by Veronica Manno.. Thanks

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  2. Lisa Rumain says

    February 25, 2016 at 8:05 am

    I made the Harry Potter sorting hat a couple years ago for my daughter’s themed birthday party. It was a hit. It was also a lot easier to make than I originally thought.

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  3. Julie Tindor says

    February 27, 2016 at 9:31 am

    This kind of post is right up my alley. As someone with an English degree (and Charlotte Bronte/Jane Austen fixation) as well as a love for knitting, I can’t wait to try out some of these patterns. Awesome idea!

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  4. Anne Cartwright says

    March 21, 2016 at 7:22 am

    At last! A pattern to keep my interest and challenge my skills … this is beautiful. Can’t wait to start – I already have the alpaca silk laceweight yarn in olive green. I feel like a kid at Christmas now my long search for the right pattern is over. Thank you!

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  5. Brittany Hamor says

    February 19, 2018 at 10:51 pm

    Patterns for book lovers is such a creative idea. I know when I’m reading a book I get invested with the story line and characters. This project makes it come to life more. I really enjoyed the Harry Potter look because the colors remind me of the book and the movie.

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  6. Erin Hoffman says

    February 27, 2018 at 9:29 am

    I love the way that art media intersect, but I never thought knitting and reading could work together so beautifully! I definitely plan on channeling my inner-Nelly Dean and knitting near the fireplace to my favorite Wuthering Heights audiobook!

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  7. Sarah says

    March 2, 2018 at 3:15 pm

    When I first saw the title for this article, I thought of the immediate potential one would have with “Pride and Prejudice!” It is also coincidentally one of my favorite books. Another favorite of mine is “The Golden Compass,” which would I can only imagine would be a cozy wrap similar to the “Wuthering Heights” idea! I will have to try some of these!

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  8. Elizabeth Williams says

    March 13, 2018 at 10:10 pm

    I love the direct connections to books and authors. Because I enjoy listening to audiobooks while I knit, I think it would be fun to try knitting one while listening to the book it was based off of. Then afterwards you can surround yourself with something that will always remind you of the book and your experience of it.

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  9. Sabrina Brons says

    March 15, 2018 at 4:16 pm

    As someone who spent my entire childhood wishing that I could dress up like a character in my favorite book, I love these designs! It’s great that the links tell you if it’s an easy, intermediate or hard pattern. Halloween can’t come soon enough now that I know how to make Katniss’ wrap!

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  10. Anne Zimmermann says

    May 16, 2018 at 9:52 am

    What a creative idea to combine two wonderful past times into one. If you ever wanted to immerse yourself into a book completely, using a knitting pattern based on a book brings you just that little bit closer.

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  11. Kaitlyn H. says

    June 10, 2018 at 10:49 am

    Love the connection between literature and crafting! Struggling through theme parties will now be a thing of the past, I cannot wait to try these out!

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