From the slick ski resorts of Aspen and Vail to historic mining towns, from steam-train trips to ancient Anasazi dwellings, Colorado has it all. We've rounded up the best of the outdoors: spectacular drives, easy day hikes, dude ranches, scenic campsites, skiing, white-water rafting and more. Frommer's has everything you need for the perfect trip to the Rocky Mountain State.

Frommer's Colorado (4th ed)

Travel

Laine

United States

Frommer

Strands of Joy features 20 versatile colorwork patterns for challenging and relaxing knitting, from Finnish knitwear designer Anna Johanna and Nordic knitting experts Laine. No hobby is more mindful than knitting. In strange times, one can be endlessly grateful for the gentle rustle of needles, soft wool sliding between fingers, the calming effect of following a pattern - and the reward of a handmade creation. For this beautiful book, Anna Johanna's background in math has informed her in creating 20 complex and unique colorwork patterns, with designs that evoke Scandinavian scenes and whimsical motifs. The projects include sweaters and cardigans in up to 12 sizes, as well as an elegant dress, a warming hat and a kid's pullover. Each comprehensive pattern is seamlessly worked top down using circular needles, with extra resources and support available on the Laine website. With stunning photography and styling evokes the cozy Nordic lifestyle and slow living, Strands of Joy is a knitting book to bring calm and color to your life. Cast on a mindless two-color project or let your mind find peace in more complicated knits that require you to stay focused. Knitting is more than just knit, knit, purl. It is a feeling.

Strands of Joy: 20 Colourwork Knitting Patterns for Calm

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Johanna, Anna

Crafts & Hobbies

Hardie Grant

From&nbsp;craft sensation Molla Mills and Laine Publishing,&nbsp;Crochet Crush&nbsp;features&nbsp;23 contemporary patterns for incredible home decor and accessory pieces that you will use, wear and love for years to come. Crochet has certainly made a comeback, and no wonder - it's a playful, mindful and easy craft; its sturdiness allows you to create wear-intensive items like carpets and bags; and the results are nothing short of stunning. In this amazing collection, Molla Mills brings together the best in modern crochet design, with projects including a duffel bag, cushion, sun visor and picnic blanket. The colourful designs incorporate modern practicality and unique style, inspired by flowers, nostalgic summers and Brooklyn neighbourhoods. There is also a comprehensive section on getting started with crochet, including choosing yarns and using tools to create a range of stitches and effects. Instead of ready-to-buy, Molla encourages readers to make their own pieces with quality materials,&nbsp;combine patterns and vary the colours to their liking, and enjoy the slow process. Featuring the beautiful photography and design that Laine are known for,&nbsp;Crochet Crush&nbsp;will be loved by new and experienced crocheters alike.&nbsp;

Crochet Crush: Creative Projects for Home and Life

Children's Books

Mills, Molla

Activities, Crafts & Games

Hardie Grant Books

Stripes&nbsp;is a beautiful collection of 20 striped knitwear projects from leading designer&nbsp;Veera Välimäki and knitting experts Laine, exploring the world's favourite pattern. For years,&nbsp;Veera Välimäki&nbsp;has been fascinated by playing with colours and textures - and striping with them. In&nbsp;Stripes,&nbsp;she&nbsp;encourages you to discover the endless possibilities, incredible techniques and stunning effects of striped knitwear, with patterns including sweaters, cardigans and shawls, as well as a relaxed dress, a beanie and your new favourite pair of socks. Featuring beautiful photography, this book - and its knits - are an ode to contemporary design, exuding a sense of quiet, timeless confidence.&nbsp;Stripes&nbsp;is another Laine title that is destined to become a classic for knitters everywhere. Knitting is more than just knit, knit, purl. It is a feeling. &nbsp;

Stripes: 20 Contemporary Knitwear Projects

Arts & Photography

Välimäki, Veera

Graphic Design

52 Weeks of Easy Knits&nbsp;is a contemporary collection of 52&nbsp;uncomplicated knitting patterns, ranging from beanies, mittens and scarves to sweaters, socks and cardigans, from Nordic knitting experts Laine. For people who are picking up needles for the very first time, or for experienced knitters who are looking for an effortless comfort project, this&nbsp;gorgeous book contains a fun, cozy and modern knitting pattern for every week of the year - each one a pleasure to knit. The 52 projects have been contributed by leading knitwear designers from across the world. The book uses a 'super easy' label to mark the patterns that are perfect for your very first knitting project. Each project is accompanied by beautiful and helpful photography, and supported by extra material on the Laine website. Following on from the bestselling&nbsp;52 Weeks of Socks and 52 Weeks of Scarves,&nbsp;52 Weeks of Easy Knits&nbsp;is a classic book to return to again and again, not just for weeks but for years to come.&nbsp;Knitting is more than just knit, knit, purl. It is a feeling.

52 Weeks of Easy Knits: Beautiful Patterns for Year-Round Knitting

Making Memories: 25 Timeless Knitting Patterns for Children

Quintanilla, Claudia

52 Weeks of Accessories&nbsp;is a beautiful collection of 52 patterns to create cozy accessories - mostly knits but also including some crochet piece - and was created by 48 international designers. It is a great companion for those who love knitting hats, shawls, socks and mittens, but also includes some more fashion-forward projects like cowls, hoods, headbands and bags. The projects range in suitability&nbsp;from beginners to experienced knitters, and feature an array of techniques including cables and colorwork&nbsp;as well as simpler stitches. Thanks to their small size, accessories are the perfect starting point for those interested in trying out knitting and playing with yarn.

52 Weeks of Accessories: Beautiful Patterns for Year-round Knitting

52 Weeks of Socks is the first hardcover by Laine Publishing. This publication contains 52 knitting patterns by 46 designers and is a true encyclopedia of socks. Patterns are beautifully photographed and laid out on 256 pages in the style Laine is known and loved for.

52 WEEKS of SOCKS

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