Create your very own teddy bears' picnic with 15 fun and varied teddy bears to knit, each wearing knitted clothing and accessories. A pretty princess polar bear, a cool panda in surfer shorts, a grizzly in a granddad waistcoat are just some of the themes you'll find. Of course, you don't have to make the outfit your chosen bear is wearing - you can mix and match as you like, or even create an entire wardrobe of clothes for your bear! Using colourful yarns as well as the more traditional browns and neutrals, there are sure to be plenty of favourites to choose from. With easy-to-follow knitting patterns, plus a fully comprehensive Techniques section, these cuddly teddies will be a delight for the knitter to make and are sure to become treasured keepsakes. AUTHOR: Val Pierce's passion for knitting began at an early age through watching her mother create new projects, but it was her father who taught her this craft when she five years old. From that day forth, Val has been hooked. Val developed her skills over the years and her designs now feature in a selection of national magazines in the UK as well as numerous books. Her inspiration comes from the environment around her, using different colours and textures within her knitted and crocheted patterns.