Needles at the ready for the latest book from talented knitting designer Sarah Keen -- this book will delight and inspire your cuddly toy creations. These forest friends are bursting with character, perfect as a special gift for a child animal lover or simply to add to your collection. The projects range from the following: . A busy beaver . A bristling wild boar . A sleepy koala . A charismatic giant panda . A clever orangutan There's plenty to choose from. All the animals have easy-to-follow patterns, and this book also features detailed techniques, abbreviations and knitting conversions allowing you to create confidently. AUTHOR: Sarah Keen is a freelance pattern designer and finds calculating rows and stitches challenging but fascinating. She is experienced in designing knitted toys for children, and also enjoys writing patterns for charity. She lives in Aberystwyth, Wales.