Carissa Knits

A Little Summer Somethin'

2011-07-31T14:54:00.009-05:00

The beauty of this pattern is in its simplicity and adaptability. It is essentially a basic top-down raglan, but only the back and sleeves involve raglan increases; the front starts with the total number of stitches already. This gives the neckline a nice drape. Elegant, but also versatile! Use a textured yarn, maybe work in a lace pattern, lengthen the sleeves, or perhaps use a lace-weight at a bulky gauge for a gauzy top – whatever you like!

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Finished Bust Measurement:

Gauge:
Your yarn and needle size are not terribly important for this pattern, as long as you can achieve one of the following gauges per 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch.

Materials:
Depending on your gauge and bust size, below are approximate yardage requirements.

Two 40/in/100cm long circular needles, one in the appropriate size to obtain your chosen gauge above, another two sizes smaller for ribbing
Four stitch markers
Waste yarn
Tapestry needle

Concentric Socks

2010-05-02T11:29:00.008-05:00

Imagine dipping your toes into a swimming pool on a warm spring day, testing the water temperature before diving in. Watch the ripples on the surface radiate outward and slowly disappear. Now imagine those ripples mirrored onto your leg. Due to the angle of the knitting, these socks are constructed without the need for a heel-flap, or a short-row heel, or an afterthought heel, or any of the conventional methods. The heel is instead shaped using increases and decreases alone. The sample was knit by changing yarns every four rounds to synthesize that rippled effect. However, self-striping yarn could easily be substituted for a similar effect.

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Materials:
Color A - Schachenmayr Nomotta Regia Cotton [41% Wool, 34% Cotton, 25% Nylon; 215yds/197m per 1.76oz/50g skein]; color: #152; one skein
Color B - Classic Elite Yarns Summer Sox Solid [40% Merino Wool, 40% Cotton, 20%
Nylon; 175yds/160m per 1.76oz/50g skein]; color: #5581; one skein
US #1/2.25mm 40-in/100cm circular needle
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:
Foot circumference = 8in/20cm
Foot length = Adjustable

Gauge:
30sts/46rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch

Pacman

2010-04-18T09:18:00.006-05:00

Materials:
Red Heart Super Saver [100% acrylic; 364yds/333m per 7oz/198g skein]; small amount in #0321 Gold, small amount in #0312 Black
US #4/3.5mm circular needle, 40-in/100-cm long for magic loop
Tapestry needle
Two snap-on black plastic toy eyes
Small amount of polyfil or scrap yarn

Gauge:
Not terribly important, but about 20sts = 4in /10cm in stst

Finished Size:
About 4in/10cm tall

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Pattern:
With Black, CO 10 sts, using long tail method.
Rows 1-7, odd: sl1, p9.
Rows 2-8 even: sl1, k9.
Row 9: sl1, p6, p2tog, p1.
Row 10: sl1, k5, ssk, k1.
Row 11: sl1, p4, p2tog, p1.
Row 12: sl1, k3, ssk, k1.
Row 13: sl1, p2, p2tog, p1.
Row 14: sl1, k1, ssk, k1.
BO all 4 sts and cut yarn.
Rotate piece so that CO edge is up with RS facing. With Black, pick up and knit 10 sts through front loops of CO.
Repeat Rows1-14. BO and cut yarn.

With Gold, beginning where CO tails are, with RS facing, pick up and knit 40 sts evenly around.
Purl 1 rnd.
You'll only be working with half of these sts, leaving the rest on hold for later.
Wedge 1:
Row 1: k18, w&t.
Row 2: p16, w&t.
Row 3: k15, w&t.
Row 4: p14, w&t.
Row 5: k13, w&t.
Row 6: p12, w&t.
Row 7: k11, w&t.
Row 8: p10, w&t.
Row 9: k9, w&t.
Row 10: p8, w&t.
Row 11: k14, picking up wraps (insert right needle up through wrap, then through st and knit together), turn.
Row 12: sl1, p19, picking up wraps (insert right needle up through back of wrap, then through st and purl together), turn.
Wedge 2:
Row 1: sl1, k17, w&t.
Repeat Rows 2-12 of Wedge 1.
Repeat Wedge 2 until there are a total of 5 yellow wedges. Do not BO. Cut yarn, leaving 20in/50cm tail.

Attach eyes and stuff. With tapestry needle, thread tail through selvage sts of edge and pull tight to cinch closed. Graft 20 sts just worked with 20 sts on hold. Stuff more if needed. Thread tail through selvage sts on other side and cinch closed. Tie off and hide end inside.

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This pattern is intended for personal use only. Please do not try to sell it or any product made from it. Thank you.

ElectroSock Therapy

2010-03-01T20:55:00.005-06:00

Designed to make use of those eye-popping colorways, these socks will surely stand out in a crowd. The pattern takes full advantage of self-striping sock yarn, or use a subtle gradated yarn for a more sophisticated sock with a slightly unusual construction.

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Materials:
ONline Supersocke 100 Circle Color [75% Wool, 25% Nylon; 459yds/420m per 3.5oz/100g skein]; color: #1054; one skein
US #1/2.25mm 40-in/100cm circular needle
Small crochet hook
Waste yarn
Stitch marker, if desired
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:
Foot circumference = 8in/20cm
Foot length = Adjustable

Gauge:
30sts/46rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch

Rudolph Hat

2009-11-12T15:44:00.011-06:00

This pattern is the fifth in a series of cutesy holiday hats that I make for my nephew and cousins' kids each winter. I'm afraid this tradition will end soon though. The only uncertainty is whether it will be caused by the refusal of said children to participate in the cuteness as they age or by my inevitable drought of ideas. Only time will tell.

Materials:
Caron Simply Soft [100% acrylic; 330yds/302m per 6oz/170g skein); 1 skein in #9934 Chocolate, small amount in #2682 Red, small amount in #9703 Bone

US #8/5mm double-pointed needles, or 40-in/100-cm circular needle for magic loop
US #6/4mm double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle
Two 1-in/2.5-cm black buttons
Small amount of polyfil or scrap yarn
One wooden bead, about 7/8in or 2-1/4cm in diameter (can substitute more polyfil or scrap yarn)
Sewing needle and black thread

Gauge:
16.5sts x 22rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on larger needles

Finished Size:
0-3 months (3-6 months, 6-12 months, 1-3 years, 3-10 years) = 13 (14.5, 16, 17.5, 19)in [33 (37, 40.5, 44.5, 48)cm] head circumference, relaxed

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Pattern:
Hat:
With brown and larger needles, CO 54 (60, 66, 72, 78) sts. I used Ysolda's tubular cast-on for 1x1 rib (video here) because it gives a stretchy and professional-looking edge. If you choose this cast-on method, be sure to work both foundation rows before joining to work in the round.
Join and work in k1, p1 ribbing for 4 rnds, or about 1in/2.5cm.
Work stst for 11 (13, 15, 17, 18) rnds.
Crown Shaping:
Rnd 1: [k7 (8, 9, 10, 11), k2tog] 6 times.
Rnd 2 and all even rnds: knit.
Rnd 3: [k6 (7, 8, 9, 10), k2tog] 6 times.
Rnd 5: [k5 (6, 7, 8, 9), k2tog] 6 times.
Continue in this manner, decreasing 6 sts every other rnd until 24 sts remain.
Next rnd: k2tog around - 12 sts. Knit 1 rnd. k2tog around - 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread tail through remaining sts. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

Antler Nubs: (make 2)
With tan and smaller needles, CO 12 sts, leaving a long tail for sewing onto hat later.
Join and knit 8 rnds in stst. k2tog around - 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread tail through remaining sts. Pull tight and tie off. Hide BO tail inside antler.

Ears: (make 2)
With brown and smaller needles, CO 8 sts, leaving a long tail for sewing onto hat later.
Row 1: sl1, p1, k1, p2, k1, p1, k1.
Row 2: sl1, k1, p1, k2, p1, k2.
Row 3: sl1, p1, kfb, p1, pfb, k1, p1, k1.
Row 4: sl1, k1, p1, k4, p1, k2.
Row 5: sl1, p1, kfb, p3, pfb, k1, p1, k1.
Row 6: sl1, k1, p1, k6, p1, k2.
Row 7: sl1, p1, k1, p6, k1, p1, k1.
Row 8: sl1, k1, p1, k6, p1, k2.
Row 9: sl1, p1, ssk, p4, k2tog, p1, k1.
Row 10: sl1, k1, p1, k4, p1, k2.
Row 11: sl1, p1, k1, p4, k1, p1, k1.
Row 12: sl1, k1, p1, k4, p1, k2.
Row 13: sl1, p1, ssk, p2, k2tog, p1, k1.
Row 14: sl1, k1, p1, k2, p1, k2.
Row 15: sl1, p1, k1, p2, k1, p1, k1.
Row 16: sl1, k1, p1, k2, p1, k2.
Row 17: sl1, p1, ssk, k2tog, p1, k1.
Row 18: sl1, k1, p2, k2.
Row 19: sl1, k2tog, ssk, k1, do not turn. Slide sts to other end of dpn, as if to knit i-cord.
Row 20: k4, do not turn. Slide sts to other end of dpn.
Row 21: k2tog, twice, slip first st over second and off needle to BO.
Cut yarn and tie off. Weave in BO end.

Nose:
With red and smaller needles, CO 3 sts, leaving a long tail for sewing onto hat later.
Slide sts to other end of dpn to begin working in the round.
Rnd 1: kfb 3 times - 6 sts. Distribute sts to three dpns.
Rnd 2: kfb 6 times - 12 sts.
Rnd 3: knit.
Rnd 4: [kfb, k1] around -18 sts.
Rnds 5-7: knit.
Rnd 8: [k1, k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Rnd 9: knit.
Insert wooden bead or stuff with polyfil.
Rnd 10: k2tog around - 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread tail through remaining sts. Pull tight and tie off. Hide BO tail inside nose.

Finishing:
Sew on ears and nose. I used the snippings from these ends to stuff antlers, or you can use polyfil. Sew on antlers. Weave in any remaining ends. Sew on button eyes with sewing needle and thread.

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This pattern is intended for personal use only. Please do not try to sell it or any product made from it. Thank you.

Souvenir Socks

2009-09-04T14:58:00.005-05:00

It is that time of year when summer vacations are coming to an end and we all must get back to our daily lives and routines. But with these socks, you can keep a piece of summer with you through the rest of the year, in remembrance of those carefree days spent lying on the beach. This pattern is begun at the center of the sand dollar and worked outward; then short-rows are used to complete the toe, before sailing through the remainder of a simple stockinette stitch sock.

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Materials:
Knit Picks Gloss [70% Merino Wool, 30% Silk; 220yds/201m per 1.76oz/50g skein]: color: Serengeti; two skeins
Set of US#1/2.25mm double-pointed needles
Set of US#0/2.00mm double-pointed needles
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:

Foot circumference = 8in/20cm

Foot length = adjustable

Gauge:

32 sts/43 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch

Vice Versa Socks

2009-08-18T12:15:00.006-05:00

Though they begin in a familiar way, these are not your typical toe-up socks. The feet are worked on the bias; then short-row wedges and a heel flip the bias to the opposite direction for the leg. Self-striping and variegated yarns work very well to showcase the unusual construction in this pattern.

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Materials:
Wisdom Yarns Los Angeles [75% Wool, 25% Nylon; 437yds/400m per 3.5oz/100g skein]: color: #246; one skein
Set of US#1/2.25mm double-pointed needles
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:

Foot circumference = 8in/20cm

Foot length = adjustable

Gauge:

34 sts/46 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch

Divergent Socks

2009-08-04T16:41:00.013-05:00

Another sock construction experiment, these begin at the heel with a small square and are increased outward before splitting in two for the foot and the leg. The varying stitch-counts create an interesting effect with variegated yarns.

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Materials:
Berroco Sox [75% Wool, 25% Nylon; 440yds/402m per 3.5oz/100g skein]: color: #1480 Day-Lewis; one skein
Set of US#1/2.25mm double-pointed needles, or long circular needle
Set of US#0/2.00mm double-pointed needles, or long circular needle
Small crochet hook
Waste yarn
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:

Foot circumference = 8in/20cm

Foot length = adjustable

Gauge:

34 sts/45 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles

Boxcars Socks

2009-07-16T10:13:00.009-05:00

I adore Norah Gaughan and her use of hexagons. I'd like to think she'd appreciate these socks. They are constructed not from the cuff down, nor from the toe up, but from the center out. After the hexagon is knitted, stitches are cast on at the heel and worked down to the toe. Then stitches are picked back up at the heel and worked up the leg.

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Materials:
Lion Brand Sock-Ease [75% Wool, 25% Nylon; 438yds/401m per 3.5oz/100g skein]: color: #205 Cotton Candy; one skein
Set of US#1/2.25mm double-pointed needles, or long circular needle
Set of US#0/2.00mm double-pointed needles, or long circular needle
Small crochet hook
Waste yarn
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:

Foot circumference = 8in/20cm

Foot length = adjustable

Gauge:

32 sts/44 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles

Camisa del Sol

2009-03-29T20:33:00.025-05:00

We recently had a warm front come through Texas, bringing the temperature up to the mid-80s (about 30 degrees Celsius)... in March! This, of course, made me think of how dreadfully hot it will be in August. So I thought I'd get a jump on my summer wardrobe with a cute cotton top. It may be a little later in the year before you can wear this in your neighborhood, but that just gives you time to knit leisurely. Some basic sewing skills are required, but don't be frightened - it's not too bad.

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Materials:

Omega Sinfonia [100% mercerized cotton; 218yds/200m per 3.5oz/100g skein]; 1 (1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 2) skeins in color of your choice

[Sample A was knit with #828 Lila; Sample B was knit with #832 Turquesa]

US #4/3.5mm 24-in/60-cm circular needle
Five stitch markers

Tapestry needle
About 1yd/1m of cotton print fabric
Elastic, long enough to go around your ribcage, just under your boobs
[I used elastic 1-inch wide, but if you have some 1/2-inch on hand, feel free to use it.]

Finished Measurements:

Under-Bust: 30 (32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44)in/76 (81, 86, 91, 97, 102, 107, 112) cm
Cup Size: A {B, C, D, DD} cup sizes, where the difference between bust and under-bust measurements is 1 {2, 3, 4, 5}in/2.5 {5, 7.5, 10, 12.5}cm
Length: Custom

Gauge:

20 sts/28 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch, slightly stretched

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Pattern:
CO 150 (160, 170, 180, 190, 200, 210, 220) sts using backwards loop, or single cast-on, method. Join to work in round, being careful not to twist your stitches.
Rnds 1, 3, 5: Purl.
Rnds 2, 4: Knit.
Rnd 6: pm for beg of rnd/left underarm, k19 (20, 22, 23, 24, 25, 27, 28), pm for first set of bust increases, k19 (20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27), pm for center front, k19 (20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27), pm for second set of bust increases, k19 (20, 22, 23, 24, 25, 27, 28), pm for right underarm, k to end.
Rnd 7: [k to 1 st before bust marker, m1R, k1, sm, k1, m1L] twice, k to end.
Rnds 8, 9: Knit.
Repeat last 3 rnds 1 {2, 3, 4, 5} more times for a cup size of A {B, C, D, DD}.

Short-Row Bust Darts (optional):
Note: If you choose not to do the bust darts, you may still want to knit even for 4 {6, 8, 10, 12} rnds for a cup size of A {B, C, D, DD} in order to get about the same amount of coverage in front.
Row 1: k to 2 sts after second bust marker, w&t.
Row 2: p to 2 sts after other bust marker, w&t.
Row 3: k to wrapped st, k wrap tog with wrapped stitch (insert right needle up through wrap, then through st and knit both tog), k2, w&t.
Row 4: p to wrapped st, p wrap tog with wrapped stitch (insert right needle up through wrap from the back side of work, then through st and purl both tog), p2, w&t.
Repeat last 2 rows 0 {1, 2, 3, 4} more times for a cup size of A {B, C, D, DD}.
Next rnd: k to wrapped st, k wrap tog with wrapped stitch, k to end of rnd, do not turn.
Next rnd: repeat previous rnd to incorporate final wrap.

Begin Edging:
Rnd 1: k1, m1Lp, ssk, k to 3 sts before center marker, k2tog, m1Rp, k1, sm, k1, m1Lp, ssk, k to 3 sts before side marker, k2tog, m1Rp, k1, sm, p to end.
Rnd 2: k1, m1L, p1, ssk, k to 4 sts before center marker, k2tog, p1, m1R, k1, sm, k1, m1L, p1, ssk, k to 4 sts before side marker, k2tog, p1, m1R, k1, sm, k to end.
Rnd 3: k1, m1Lp, k1, p1, ssk, k to 5 sts before center marker, k2tog, p1, k1, m1Rp, k1, sm, k1, m1Lp, k1, p1, ssk, k to 5 sts before side marker, k2tog, p1, k1, m1Rp, k1, sm, p to end.
Rnd 4: k1, m1L, p1, k1, p1, ssk, k to 6 sts before center marker, k2tog, p1, k1, p1, m1R, k1, sm, k1, m1L, p1, k1, p1, ssk, k to 6 sts before side marker, k2tog, p1, k1, p1, m1R, k1, sm, k to end.
Rnd 5: k1, m1Lp, , [k1, p1] twice, ssk, k to 7 sts before center marker, k2tog, [p1, k1] twice, m1Rp, k1, sm, k1, m1Lp, [k1, p1] twice, ssk, k to 7 sts before side marker, k2tog, [p1, k1] twice, m1Rp, k1, remove marker, BO all back sts as if to purl, remove marker.
Note: You'll still have one st on your right needle from the last BO st.

Left Front:
Row 1: Slip last st from BO back to left needle and k it tog with first st of next row, p1, [k1, p1] twice, k to 8 sts before center marker, k2tog, [p1, k1] 3 times, remove marker, turn.
Row 2: sl1, [k1, p1] twice, k1, p2tog, p to last 8 sts, ssp, [k1, p1] twice, k2.
Row 3: sl1, [p1, k1] twice, p1, ssk, k to last 8 sts, k2tog, [p1, k1] 3 times.
Repeat last 2 rows until 14 or 15 sts remain.
If you have 14 sts and your next row is a RS row: sl1, [p1, k1] twice, p1, k2tog, [p1, k1] 3 times.
If you have 14 sts and your next row is a WS row: sl1, [k1, p1] twice, k1, p2tog, [k1, p1] 3 times.
If you have 15 sts and your next row is a RS row: sl1, [p1, k1] twice, p1, ssk, slip this st back to left needle, pass next st over, return to right needle, [p1, k1] 3 times.
If you have 15 sts and your next row is a WS row: sl1, [k1, p1] twice, k1, sl1, ssp, pass slipped st over, [k1, p1] 3 times.
Continue in k1, p1 ribbing for roughly 12-18in/30-45cm. Since this is so closely fitted, you really need to try it on when you think you're getting close and make sure your straps are the right length. BO all sts.

Right Front:
With RS facing, join yarn at center front. Work as for Left Front except for the last decrease row:
If you have 14 sts and your next row is a RS row: sl1, [p1, k1] twice, p1, ssk, [p1, k1] 3 times.
If you have 14 sts and your next row is a WS row: sl1, [k1, p1] twice, k1, ssp, [k1, p1] 3 times.
If you have 15 sts and your next row is a RS row: sl1, [p1, k1] twice, p1, sk2p, [p1, k1] 3 times.
If you have 15 sts and your next row is a WS row: sl1, [k1, p1] twice, k1, p2tog, slip this st back to left needle, pass next st over, return to right needle, [k1, p1] 3 times.

Finishing:
Sew straps to top of back band roughly a quarter of the way in from each underarm. Weave in ends.

Sewing:
Measure around your hips, and add 1in/2.5cm. Also measure from just under your bust to however long you want your top, and add 3in/8cm. Cut a peice of fabric that size. Depending on your hip size and the width of your fabric, you may need to cut two pieces, each half you hip size plus 1in/2.54cm.
Fold fabric in half with right sides together and sew side seam(s) to form a tube.
Fold bottom edge over and sew hem.
Wrap elastic around your ribcage, just under your boobs and pull snug, but not too tight. Cut elastic to that length.
Fold top of fabric down to form elastic casing and sew almost all the way around, leaving a gap to insert elastic.
Feed elastic through casing, and sew end-to-end.
Pin fabric (right-side out) to underside of bottom garter stitch border on knitted piece, and sew all the way around through knitting, fabric and elastic. You'll want to use a zig-zag stitch to make sure it will stretch enough to get over your head and shoulders.
Block knitting and/or iron fabric, if desired.

Other Ideas:
- You could lengthen the fabric portion to make this into a dress/swimsuit cover-up.
- I think this would look really cute if the fabric portion were a patchwork of various prints.

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This pattern is intended for personal use only. Please do not try to sell it or any product made from it. Thank you.

Ipod Armband

2009-03-12T11:19:00.013-05:00

My friend requested an armband to hold her ipod while she works out. This is what I came up with. The yarn's inherent elasticity, coupled with a twisted rib, makes this very stretchy to fit a variety of arm sizes. The pocket was designed to hold a 2nd generation ipod shuffle, but could easily be made bigger or smaller to accommodate your favorite music device.

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Materials:

Patons Katrina [92% rayon, 8% polyester; 163yds/150m per 3.5oz/100g skein]; about 25 yds/23m in color of your choice

[Sample was knit with #10217 Frost]

Set of US #6/4mm double pointed needles or one long circular needle for magic loop method

Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:

Width: 2.5in/6cm
Circumference: 7in/18cm, unstretched, up to 13in/33cm when fully stretched
Pocket: 1.5in/4cm squared, unstretched

Gauge:

14 sts/16 rows = 2in/5cm in twisted rib, unstretched

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Pattern:
Band:
CO 50 sts using long-tail tubular cast-on (or any stretchy cast-on you like).
Join and work k1 tbl, p1 ribbing for 20 rounds (after foundation rows if you used the tubular CO).
BO all sts using tubular bind-off (or stretchy bind-off method of your choice).

Pocket:
CO 10 sts with tubular cast-on. Work foundation rows.
Next RS Row: sl1, [k1 tbl, p1] 4 times, k1.
Next WS Row: sl 1, [k1, p1 tbl] 4 times, k1.
Repeat these two rows 4 more times. BO using tubular bind-off, leaving a long tail.

With BO tail, sew pocket onto band along three sides. Weave in ends. Go rock out on the treadmill.

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This pattern is intended for personal use only. Please do not try to sell it or any product made from it. Thank you.

Heelhead Scarf

2008-10-13T22:28:00.017-05:00

While brain-storming ways to add a hood to a scarf, I had an epiphany. Why not use short-rows to make the scarf flare out for the hood and then narrow again afterward? Like the heel of a sock, but for your head. Brilliant! It shall be done.

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Materials:

Lion Brand Wool-Ease Worsted [20% wool, 80% acrylic; 197yds/180m per 3oz/85g skein]; three skeins in color of your choice

[Sample was knit with three skeins of 107 Blue Heather]

Pair of US #9/5.5mm straight needles or one circular needle

Two stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:

Scarf Length = 45in/114cm

Scarf Width = 4in/10cm
Hood Width = 13in/33cm at widest point, 6in/15cm at top

Gauge:

17 sts/24 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch

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Special Abbreviations:
s2sk = sl2 tog as if to knit, sl1 as if to knit, k3tog tbl = insert right needle into next 2 stitches as if to knit them together, but just slip them to right needle, insert right needle into next stitch as if to knit, but just slip it to right needle, insert left needle from left to right through all three stitches and knit all together through back loop
m1L = make 1 left-leaning = insert left needle from front to back under bar between next two stitches and knit it through back loop
m1R = make 1 right-leaning = insert left needle from back to front under bar between next two stitches and knit it
m1Lp = make 1 left-leaning = insert left needle from front to back under bar between next two stitches and purl it through back loop
m1Rp = make 1 right-leaning = insert left needle from back to front under bar between next two stitches and purl it

Pattern:
First Tail:
CO 23 sts.
Rows 1-5, 7, 9: sl1, p21, k1.
Rows 6, 8: sl1, p4, k4, p5, k4, p4, k1.
Row 10: sl1, p4, FC4, p5, BC4, p4, k1.
Repeat Rows 5-10 49 more times, or until scarf reaches from shoulder to desired length. Repeat Rows 5-7 once more.

Increase Rows:
Row 1: sl1, p4, k4, m1Lp, p5, m1Rp, k4, p4, k1 - 25 sts.
Even Rows: sl1, p to last st, k1.
Row 3: sl1, p4, FC4, m1Lp, p7, m1Rp, BC4, p4, k1 - 27 sts.
Row 5: sl1, p4, k4, m1Lp, p4, pm, k1, pm, p4, m1Rp, k4, p4, k1 - 29 sts.
Rows 7, 11: sl1, p4, k4, p5, sm, m1L, k to next marker, m1R, sm, p5, k4, p4, k1 - 2 sts inc'd each time.
Row 9: sl1, p4, FC4, p5, sm, m1L, k to next marker, m1R, sm, p5, BC4, p4, k1 - 2 sts inc'd each time.
Repeat Rows 7-12 until there are 75 sts total, ending after Row 10.

Decreasing Short-Rows:
Row 1: sl1, p4, k4, p5, sm, k46, turn.
Row 2: yo-b, p45, turn.
Row 3: yo, k44, turn.
Row 4: yo-b, p43, turn.
Row 5: yo, k42, turn.
Row 6: yo-b, p41, turn.
Row 7: yo, k40, turn.
Row 8: yo-b, p39, turn.
Continue in this manner, knitting/purling one fewer st each row, until...
Row 21: yo, k26, turn.
Row 22: yo-b, p25, turn.

Increasing Short-Rows:
Row 1: yo, k25, am, k2tog, turn.
Row 2: yo-b, p26, ssp, turn.
Row 3: yo, k27, am2, k3tog, turn.
Row 4: yo-b, p28, sssp, turn.
Row 5: yo, k29, am2, k3tog, turn.
Row 6: yo-b, p30, sssp, turn.
Row 7: yo, k31, am2, k3tog, turn.
Row 8: yo-b, p32, sssp, turn.
Continue in this manner, knitting/purling one more st each row, until...
Row 21: yo, k45, am2, k3tog, turn.
Row 22: yo-b, p46, sssp, turn.
Row 23: yo, k47, am, p2tog, (remove marker & replace before p2tog), p4, k4, p4. k1.
Row 24: sl1, p to 1 st before second marker, ssp (remove marker & replace before ssp), p to last st, k1.
You should now have only 75 sts again.

Decrease Rows:
Row 1, 5: sl1, p4, k4, p5, sm, k2tog, k to 2 sts before next marker, ssk, sm, p5, k4, p4, k1 - 2 sts dec'd each time.
Even Rows: sl1, p to last st, k1.
Row 3: sl1, p4, FC4, p5, sm, k2tog, k to 2 sts before next marker, ssk, sm, p5, BC4, p4, k1 - 2 sts dec'd each time.
Repeat Rows 1-6 until there are 31 sts remaining, ending after Row 2.
Row 45: sl1, p4, FC4, p5, remove marker, s2sk, p5, BC4, p4, k1 - 29 sts.
Even Rows, 46-52: sl1, p to last st, k1.
Row 47:sl1, p4, k4, p2tog, p7, ssp, k4, p4, k1 - 27 sts.
Row 49: sl1, p4, k4, p2tog, p5, ssp, k4, p4, k1 - 25 sts.
Row 51: sl1, p4, FC4, p2tog, p3, ssp, BC4, p4, k1 - 23 sts.

Second Tail:
Rows 1, 3: sl1, p4, k4, p5, k4, p4, k1.
Even Rows: sl1, p to last st, k1.
Row 5: sl1, p4, FC4, p5, BC4, p4, k1.
Repeat Rows 1-6 49 more times, or until scarf reaches same length as first tail.
Repeat Rows 1-2 once more.
Repeat Row 2 three more times.
BO all sts and cut yarn. Weave in ends. Block if desired.

Modification Ideas:
- Add fringe
- Exchange the simple cable for a more intricate design
- For a pointy-er hood, work more short-rows; for a less pointy hood, work fewer short-rows
- Add a pom-pom on the top of the hood
- Make the tails shorter, tie them together, turn it upside down and you've got a shoulder bag

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This pattern is intended for personal use only. Please do not try to sell it or any product made from it. Thank you.

Riptide Socks

2008-06-23T18:14:00.013-05:00

These socks are knitted from the toe up and feature short-row heels and a twisted-stitch pattern that swells and recedes like the tides. Plus, the twisted stitches give the socks extra stretchiness!

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Materials:

Louet Gems Fingering Weight [100% wool; 185yds/169m per 1.76oz/50g skein]; two skeins in color of your choice

[Sample was knit with two skeins of Caribbean Blue]

Set of US #2/2.75mm double-pointed needles

Set of US #1/2.25mm double-pointed needles

Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:

Foot circumference = 8in/20cm, relaxed

Foot length = approximately 10in/25cm, but can be adjusted by working more or less of
chart before beginning heel

Gauge:

30 sts/40 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles

Starbucks Coffee Cozy

2007-12-15T15:30:00.002-06:00

I'm a barista at Starbucks. I showed my manager my POISON! Coffee Cozy, and she loved it. In fact, she commissioned me to make one for her sister, only she wanted it to look like the cardboard sleeve that Starbucks puts on their hot drinks. And thus, this pattern was born.

The logo is done using intarsia. I wish I'd found a better green, but at my LYS, I had a choice between this and lime green. I split a length of black yarn into its plies and used one ply to embroider the check boxes on the back. Then I used two plies together to add a "3" in the shots blank and an "A" in the drink blank to signify a Triple Tall Caffe Americano, Robyn's sister's favorite drink. They got obscured a bit during felting, but you get the gist. Feel free to customize it with your own drink of choice.

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Materials:
Cascade 220 Wool (100% Peruvian Highland Wool, 3.5oz/100g, 220yds/201m); 1 skein each in 8555 Black and 8894 Green
Cascade 220 Heathers (100% Peruvian Highland Wool, 3.5oz/100g, 220yds/201m); 1 skein in 2442 Beige (and I used a skein of 9447 Forest Green in lieu of the better green I wanted)
[Note: You'll probably only need about 50 yards of the Beige and even less of the Green and Black, so if you've got leftovers from another project, feel free to use them up]
US 8 (5mm) needles
Tapestry Needle

Gauge:
18sts by 24rows= 4in (10cm) in stst, pre-felting
20sts by 27rows= 4in (10cm) in stst, post-felting

Finished Size:
3.5in (8.5cm) tall by 10in (25cm) around, pre-felting
3in (7.5cm) tall by 9in (23cm) around, post-felting

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Pattern:
With Beige, CO 48 sts.
Rows 1, 2, 4: sl1, k to end.
Rows 3, 5: sl1, p to last st, k1.
Rows 6-18: Work colorwork according to chart. Slip first st of every row and knit last st of every row.
Rows, 19, 21, 23: With Beige, sl1, p to last st, k1.
Rows 20, 22: With Beige, sl1, k to end.
BO purlwise on RS with Beige. Cut yarn, leaving a tail long enough to seam later.

Cut a strand of Black yarn, about a yard long, and separate one ply. Use it and a tapestry needle to embroider check boxes. Separate two more plies, and use them to embroider drink code. Ask your friendly local barista if you need help with the code. Use BO tail to sew rectangle into a tube. Weave in ends.

Handwash in hot water with a little dish soap and agitation until it felts to appropriate size. Rinse thoroughly. Blot with towel to absorb excess moisture. Stretch over a glass or plastic cup. Allow to dry completely before use. Go to your local Starbucks and show off your new creation.

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This pattern is intended for personal use only. Please do not try to sell it or any product made from it. Thank you.

Raudona Socks

2007-11-19T14:32:00.010-06:00

These lovely socks are knitted from the toe up and feature a deceptively easy lace pattern and short-row heels.

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Materials:
Lang Jawoll Superwash [75% wool/18% nylon/7% acrylic; 208yds/190m per 1.75oz/50g skein]; two skeins in color of your choice
[Sample was knit with two skeins of color #8301 White, dyed with cherry Kool-Aid]
Set of US #2/2.75mm double-pointed needles
Set of US #1/2.25mm double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Finished Measurements:
Foot circumference = 8in/20cm, relaxed
Foot length = custom

Gauge:
32 sts/43 rows = 4in/10cm in stockinette stitch with larger needles

Chromosome Cap

2007-11-19T10:35:00.003-06:00

Here's another geeky knit from yours truly - cables that look like chromosomes! Display your dorkdom with pride.

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Materials:
Plymouth Encore Worsted [75% acrylic/25% wool; 200yds/183m per 3.5oz/100g skein]; color: #256; one skein
US #8/5mm 16-inch circular needle
Set of US #8/5mm double-pointed needles
Cable needle
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
20 sts x 40 rnds = 4in (10cm) in garter stitch, relaxed
Note: When working in the round, alternate knit rounds and purl rounds to create garter stitch.

Finished Size:
Child (Adult Small, Adult Large) = 19 (21, 23)in [48 (53, 58)cm] head circumference
[Shown in Adult Large]

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Special Abbreviations:
BC3 = slip 1 to cable needle and hold in back of work, knit 2 from left needle, purl 1 from cable needle
FC3 = slip 2 to cable needle and hold in front of work, purl 1 from left needle, knit 2 from cable needle
wrap4 = with yarn in back of work, slip next 4 stitches to cable needle, (bring yarn to front between cable needle and left needle, bring yarn to back between cable needle and right needle) twice, slip 4 wrapped stitches to right needle without knitting them

Pattern:
CO 80 (90, 100) sts on circular needle. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist.
Rounds 1, 3, 5, 7: purl.
Round 2 and all even rnds: knit.
Round 9, 11: *[p2, k2] twice, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 13: *p2, FC3, BC3, p2 (3, 4), k2, p2, k2, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 15: *p3, wrap4, p3 (4, 5), k2, p2, k2, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 17: *p2, BC3, FC3, p2 (3, 4), k2, p2, k2, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 19: *[p2, k2] twice, p2 (3, 4), FC3, BC3, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 21: *[p2, k2] twice, p3 (4, 5), wrap4, p1 (2, 3)*; rep between *s around.
Round 23: *[p2, k2] twice, p2 (3, 4), BC3, FC3, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Round 25: *[p2, k2] twice, p0 (1, 2)*; rep between *s around.
Cont in garter st for 6 (12, 14) rnds, ending with a purl rnd.

Child Size Only:
Dec Round: *k38, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 78 sts. Purl 1 rnd even.

Large Adult Size Only:
Dec Round: *k23, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 96 sts. Purl 1 rnd even.

Crown Shaping (All Sizes):
Switch to dpns when necessary. Cont to purl every other rnd even.
Round 1: *k11 (13, 14), k2tog*; rep between *s around - 72 (84, 90) sts.
Round 3: *k10 (12, 13), k2tog*; rep between *s around - 66 (78, 84) sts.
Round 5: *k9 (11, 12), k2tog*; rep between *s around - 60 (72, 78) sts.
Cont to dec 6 sts every knit rnd in this manner until 36 sts remain.
Purl 1 rnd even. Next round, k2tog around - 18 sts.
Purl 1 rnd even. Next round, k2tog around - 9 sts.
Purl 1 rnd even.

Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Using tapestry needle, thread tail through rem sts, pull tight, and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Snowflake Hat

2007-11-01T15:37:00.002-05:00

This continues my tradition of knitting matching hats for all the children in my family (current count: 4) each winter. First, there were pointy Christmas tree hats with i-cord garland and button ornaments. The next year, it was snowman caps, plain white with carrot-shaped noses and button eyes and mini toboggan hats on top. This year, I decided to go a little less wacky since the kids are getting a little older now.

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Materials:
Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 6oz/170g, 330yds/302m) one skein in White
Caron Simply Soft Brites! (100% acrylic, 6oz/170g, 315yds/288m) one skein in Berry Blue
US7 (4.5mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry Needle

Gauge:
21sts x 26rows = 4in (10cm) in stranded stst on US7 (4.5mm)
Note: Your gauge in stranded stst and solid-color stst will be different. It is important to do a gauge swatch using the fair isle pattern.

Finished Size:
Infant 6-12 months (Child, Adult S, Adult L) = 16 (18.25, 20.5, 22.75)in [41 (46, 52, 58)cm] head circumference, unstretched
[Shown in Infant Size]

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Pattern:
With White and circular needle (dpns for Infant size), CO 84 (96, 108, 120) sts.
Join, being careful not to twist.
Work in k2, p2 ribbing for 4 (5, 5, 6) rnds.
Join Blue, and begin working corresponding chart.
Switch to dpns when necessary.
When only 12 sts remain, cut yarn and thread tail through remaining loops using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Pink Ribbon Hat

2007-10-13T09:33:00.004-05:00

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I've created this lovely cap with six cabled pink ribbons, separated by mini cables that work their way all the way up to the crown and join in the center. This hat could easily be made in a different color to support various causes: red for AIDS/HIV, yellow for the troops, a variegated rainbow yarn for gay rights, your choice! Here's a list of awareness ribbon colors and their meanings to help you along.

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Materials:
200yds (183m) of worsted weight yarn in the color of your choice
US #7/4.5mm 16in (41cm) circular needle
Set of US #7/4.5mm double-pointed needles
One stitch marker
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
20sts by 28rows = 4in (10cm) in stst

Finished Size:
Adult Small (Large) = 21 (23)in [53 (58)cm] in circumference

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Special Abbreviations:
FC3 = slip next 2 sts onto cable needle, hold in front, purl next st, knit sts from cable needle
BC3 = slip next st onto cable needle, hold in back, knit next 2 sts, purl st from cable needle
m1Lp = make 1 left purlwise - insert left needle from front to back under bar between next 2 sts, and purl this new stitch through the back loop
m1Rp = make 1 right purlwise - insert left needle from back to front under bar between next 2 sts, and purl this new stitch

Pattern:
CO 96 (108) sts on circ. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist.
Rnds 1, 5, 8: [k2, p14 (16)] 6 times.
Rnds 2, 4, 6: knit.
Rnds 3, 7: [FC2, p14 (16)] 6 times.
Rnds 9-32 can be worked by inserting chart between mini cables (don't forget to twist the mini cables every four rnds) or from the written instructions below.
Rnds 9, 10: [k2, p1 (2), k2, p8, k2, p1 (2)] 6 times.
Rnd 11: [FC2, p1 (2), FC3, p6, BC3, p1 (2)] 6 times.
Rnd 12: [k2, p2 (3), k2, p6, k2, p2 (3)] 6 times.
Rnd 13: [k2, p2 (3), FC3, p4, BC3, p2 (3)] 6 times.
Rnd 14: [k2, p3 (4), k2, p4, k2, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnd 15: [FC2, p3 (4), FC3, p2, BC3, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnd 16: [k2, p4 (5), k2, p2, k2, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 17: [k2, p4 (5), FC3, BC3, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 18: [k2, p5 (6), k4, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 19: [FC2, p5 (6), FC4, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 20: [k2, p5 (6), k4, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 21: [k2, p4 (5), BC3, FC3, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 22: [k2, p4 (5), k2, p2, k2, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 23: [FC2, p3 (4), BC3, p2, FC3, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnds 24, 25, 26: [k2, p3 (4), k2, p4, k2, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnd 27: [FC2, p3 (4), FC3, p2, BC3, p3 (4)] 6 times.
Rnd 28: [k2, p4 (5), k2, p2, k2, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 29: [k2, p4 (5), FC3, BC3, p4 (5)] 6 times.
Rnd 30: [k2, p5 (6), k4, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 31: [FC2, p5 (6), m1Rp, ssk, k2tog, m1Lp, p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 32: [k2, p6 (7), k2tog, m1Lp, p6 (7)] 6 times.

Small Size Only:
Rnd 33: [k2, p14] 5 times, k2, p7, pm to mark new beg of rnds.

Large Size Only:
Rnd 33: [k2, p16] 6 times.
Rnd 34: [k2, p16] 6 times.
Rnd 35: [FC2, p16] 5 times, FC2, p8, pm to mark new beg of rnds.

Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: [p6 (7), k2tog, k1, p7 (8)] 6 times - 90 (102) sts.
Rnd 2: [p6 (7), FC2 (k2), p7 (8)] 6 times.
Rnd 3: [p6 (7), k1, ssk, p6 (7)] 6 times - 84 (96) sts.
Rnd 4: [p6 (7), k2 (FC2), p6 (7)] 6 times.
Rnd 5: [p5 (6), k2tog, k1, p6 (7)] 6 times - 78 (90) sts.
Rnd 6: [p5 (6), FC2 (k2), p6 (7)] 6 times.
Rnd 7: [p5 (6), k1, ssk, p5 (6)] 6 times - 72 (84) sts.
Rnd 8: [p5 (6), k2 (FC2), p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 9: [p4 (5), k2tog, k1, p5 (6)] 6 times - 66 (78) sts.
Rnd 10: [p4 (5), FC2 (k2), p5 (6)] 6 times.
Rnd 11: [p4 (5), k1, ssk, p4 (5)] 6 times - 60 (72) sts.
Rnd 12: [p4 (5), k2 (FC2), p4 (5)] 6 times.

Large Size Only:
Rnd 13: [p4, k2tog, k1, p5] 6 times - 66 sts.
Rnd 14: [p4, k2, p5] 6 times.
Rnd 15: [p4, k1, ssk, p4] 6 times - 60 sts.
Rnd 16: [p4, FC2, p4] 6 times.

Both Sizes:
Rnd 13 (17): [p3, k2tog, ssk, p3] 6 times - 48 sts.
Rnd 14 (18): [p3, FC2 (k2), p3] 6 times.
Rnd 15 (19): [p2, k2tog, ssk, p2] 6 times - 36 sts.
Rnd 16 (20): [p2, k2 (FC2), p2] 6 times.
Rnd 17 (21): [p1, k2tog, ssk, p1] 6 times - 24 sts.
Rnd 18 (22): [p1, FC2 (k2), p1] 6 times.
Rnd 19 (23): [k2tog, ssk] 6 times - 12 sts.
Rnd 20 (24): ssk 6 times - 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread through rem loops using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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This pattern is intended for personal use only. Please do not try to sell it or any product made from it. Thank you.

Knitting Ramen 101

2007-10-01T14:16:00.000-05:00

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Felted Satchel

2007-09-02T16:59:00.010-05:00

This gorgeous bag features two expanding pockets on the front, four small side pockets and lots of interior space. It makes a great tote bag for your small-to-medium knitting projects, or even an everyday purse.

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Materials:
750yds (686m) of worsted weight wool in the color of your choice
US #10/6mm 20in (51cm) circular needle
Tapestry needle
Two 7/8in (2.2cm) buttons
Fabric for lining, if desired

Finished Measurements:
7in (18cm) by 17in (43cm) at the base,
7in (18cm) by 12in (30cm) at the mouth,
8in (20cm) tall, with 24in (61cm) straps
These measurements are approximate and may differ slightly with the gauge and felting characteristics of your yarn.

NOTE:
Sample was knit with three skeins of Murphy's Knitting Worsted (100% wool; approximately 250yds/229m per 4oz/113g skein) in color #1549 Rust, which has been discontinued.
Suggested substitutions:
4 skeins of Patons Classic Wool Merino (100% wool; 223yds/204m per 3.5oz/100g skein)
4 skeins of Cascade 220 Wool (100% wool; 220yds/183m per 3.5oz/100g skein)
4 skeins of Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride Worsted (85% wool/15% mohair; 190yds/174m per 4oz/113g skein)

Gauge:
16 sts/21 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch, before felting
18 sts/30 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch, after felting

POISON! Coffee Cozy

2007-08-31T08:10:00.003-05:00

What better way to keep other people's paws off your caffeine than to imply toxicity? This quick little project is great for using up scraps of wool left over from other projects. Plus, it keeps your coffee warm afterward.

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Materials:

Small amounts of 100% wool in black and red

I used Patons Classic Wool Merino (100% wool, 3.53oz/100g, 223yds/204m); 1 skein 00226 Black and Murphy's Knitting Worsted (100% wool, 4oz/113g); 1 skein 1549 Rust

US 10 (6mm) double-pointed needles

Tapestry Needle

Gauge:

16sts by 21rows= 4in (10cm) in stst, pre-felting

18sts by 24rows= 4in (10cm) in stst, post-felting

Finished Size:

4.5in (11cm) tall by 10in (25cm) around, pre-felting

4in (10cm) tall by 9in (23cm) around, post-felting

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Pattern:

With red, CO 40 sts and distribute to dpns. Join, being careful not to twist.

Rnd 1: purl with red.

Rnds 2, 21, 22: knit with red.

Rnds 3, 20: join black and knit one rnd.
Rnds 4, 10: [k1Black, k1Red, k5Black, k1Red] around.

Rnds 5, 9: [k2B, k1R, k3B, k1R, k1B] around.

Rnds 6, 8: [k3B, k1R, k1B, k1R, k2B] around.

Rnd 7: [k4B, k1R, k3B] around.

Rnds 11-13, 19: [k3B, k3R, k2B] around.

Rnds 14, 15, 18: [k2B, k5R, k1B] around.

Rnds 16, 17: [k2B, k1R, k1B, k1R, k1B, k1R, k1B] around.

BO purlwise with red. Weave in ends. Handwash in hot water with a little dish soap and agitation until it felts to appropriate size. Rinse thoroughly. Blot with towel to absorb excess moisture. Stretch over a glass or plastic cup. Remove and allow to dry completely before use. Go caffeinate yourself.

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Preemie Hats for Charity

2007-07-12T11:40:00.002-05:00

PLEASE NOTE: If you're going to print this pattern, please go to File>Print Preview first and see how many pages are actually the pattern and how many are just comments. Then you can just print the first 4 pages and not the 30+ pages of comments.

These little hats make a great stash-busting project that gives back to the community at the same time.

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Materials:
Small amounts of sport-weight soft, washable yarn in pastels, or colors of your choice
US3 (3.25mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
6.5 to 7 sts = 1in (2.54cm), depending on your yarn
A slightly different gauge will give you a slightly smaller or larger hat, but all baby heads are different anyway.

Finished Size:
11-12in (28-30.5cm) in circumference

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Pattern:
CO 72 sts and distribute to dpns. Join, being careful not to twist.
Work k2, p2 ribbing for 6 rnds.

Eyelet Version Only:
Rnds 1-3: knit.
Rnd 4: *k1, k2tog, yo, k3*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 5-7: knit.
Rnd 8: *k4, k2tog, yo*; rep between *s around.
Rep Rnds 1-8 twice more.
Continue to Crown Shaping below.

Heart Version Only:
Rnds 1-3: knit.
Rnd 4: *k6, p1, k5*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 5: *k5, [p1, k1] twice, k3*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 6: *k4, [p1, k1] three times, k2*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 7, 9, 11: *k3, [p1, k1] four times, k1*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 8, 10: *k2, [p1, k1] five times*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 12: *k4, [p1, k3] twice*; rep between *s around.
Knit 12 more rnds.
Continue to Crown Shaping below.

Diamond Version Only:
Rnds 1-3: knit.
Rnds 4, 12: *k6, p1, k5*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 5, 11: *k5, p1, k1, p1, k4*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 6, 10: *k4, p1, k3, p1, k3*; rep between *s around.
Rnds 7, 9: *k3, p1, k5, p1, k2*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 8: *k2, p1, k7, p1, k1*; rep between *s around.
Knit 12 more rnds.
Continue to Crown Shaping below.

Crown Shaping (Eyelet, Heart and Diamond Versions):
Rnd 1 and all odd rnds: knit.
Rnd 2: *k4, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 60 sts.
Rnd 4: *k3, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 48 sts.
Rnd 6: *k2, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 36 sts.
Rnd 8: *k1, k2tog*; rep between *s around - 24 sts.
Rnd 10: k2tog around - 12 sts.
Knit one more rnd even.
Cut tail and thread through remaining loops. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

Striped Version Only:
CO 72 sts with color A and distribute to dpns. Join, being careful not to twist.
Work k2, p2 ribbing for 6 rnds.
Switch to color B, without cutting color A. Knit two rnds with color B.
Switch back to color A, without cutting color B, by twisting the two strands behind work. Knit two rnds with color A.
Continue in stst, changing colors every two rnds, for 24 rnds above ribbing.
Follow crown shaping as above, but continue to change color every two rnds.

Ribbed Version Only:
CO 72 sts and distribute to dpns. Join, being careful not to twist.
Work k2, p2 ribbing for 30 rnds.
Crown Shaping (Ribbed Version):
Rnd 1: *k2, p2, k2, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 63 sts.
Rnd 2: *k2, p2, k2, p1*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 3: *k2, p2, k1, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 54 sts.
Rnd 4: *k2, p2, k1, p1*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 5: *k2, p2, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 45 sts.
Rnd 6: *k2, p3*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 7: *k2, p1, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 36 sts.
Rnd 8: *k2, p2*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 9: *k2tog, p2tog*; rep between *s around - 18 sts.
Rnd 10: *k1, p1*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 11: k2tog around - 9 sts.
Cut tail and thread through remaining loops. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Dragon Scales Shawl

2007-06-28T15:05:00.004-05:00

Ideally, I would have made this shawl with a green/yellow/brown, lace-weight wool or wool-blend. Unfortunately, being on a yarn diet means I have to use what I have. I found this yarn at a thrift store about a year ago for roughly $1 per ball, and I haven't been able to find any information about it online. So, substitute at will.

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Materials:

Unger Jewel (50% cotton/50%rayon viscose, 1.7oz/48g) six balls in Color #1 (cream/ecru/off-white)

US4 (3.5mm) 24in (61cm) circular needle

Tapestry needle

Gauge:

21sts by 33rows = 4in (10cm) in lace pattern on US4 (3.5mm)

Finished Size:

30in (76cm) from top to bottom and 60in (152cm) from tip to tip

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Pattern:

CO 3 sts on circ.

Rows 1-9: kfb, k to end.

There should now be 12 sts.

Row 10 and all even rows: kfb, k4, p to last 6 sts, k6.

If you would prefer working from a chart, Shae of twitchyknits has created one.

Row 11: kfb, k to end.

Row 13: kfb, k4, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, skp, k5.

Row 15: kfb, k4, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, skp, k5.

Row 17: kfb, k4, (k2tog, yo) twice, k1, (yo, skp) twice, k5.

Row 19: kfb, k4, (k2tog, yo) twice, k3, (yo, skp) twice, k5.

Row 21: kfb, k4, (k2tog, yo) twice, k5, (yo, skp) twice, k5.

Row 23: kfb, k5, yo, *k1, yo, skp, k7, k2tog, yo*; rep between *s to last 7 sts, k1, yo, k6.

Row 25: kfb, k4, *k2tog, yo, k3, yo, skp, k5*; rep between *s to end.

Row 27: kfb, k4, *(k2tog, yo) twice, k1, (yo, skp) twice, k3*; rep between *s to last 2 sts, k2.

Row 29: kfb, k4, *(k2tog, yo) twice, k3, (yo, skp) twice, k1*; rep between *s to last 4 sts, k4.

Row 31: kfb, k4, (k2tog, yo) twice, *k5, yo, skp, yo, sl1, k2tog, psso, yo, k2tog, yo*; rep between *s to last 14 sts, k5, (yo, skp) twice, k5.

Rep Rows 23-32 to desired size, ending with Row 24.

Next row, kfb, k to end.

Rep this row 9 more times. BO all sts. Weave in ends. Block if desired.

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Ultra Mega Chunky Bag

2007-03-09T13:33:00.002-06:00

This handbag is a great way to get rid of that cheap, scratchy acrylic that has been languishing in your stash since you bought it as a beginner or maybe just use up leftovers from bygone projects. Holding four strands of yarn together as one, it works up very quickly. Make it in an afternoon, and go out on the town tonight. You could even experiment with using two or more different colors at once, or perhaps throw in some novelty yarn with a little frizz. Endless possibilities!

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Materials:
Red Heart Super Saver (100% acrylic, 7oz/198g, 364yds/333m) one skein in Cherry Red, or stash yarn
US15 (10mm) needles
Tapestry needle
Two Plastic handles
Scrap fabric, if lining is desired

Gauge:

9sts by 12rows = 4in (10cm) in stst

Finished Size:

10in (25cm) long by 3in (7.5cm) wide by 6in (15cm) tall

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Note: Bag is knitted with 4 strands of yarn held tog.

Pattern:
Base:
With 4 strands of yarn held tog, CO 22 sts.
Row 1: purl.
Row 2: knit.
Rep last two rows 3 more times and row 1 once more. BO all sts knitwise, but do not cut yarn.
Sides:
Keep last loop of bound off sts on needle and pick up 6 more sts from WS of fabric along skinny edge of base. Work in stst for 18 rows, ending with a RS row. Knit two more rows. BO knitwise and tie off. With 4 new strands held tog, pick up 7 sts along other skinny edge and rep for second side.
Front & Back:
With 4 new strands held tog, pick up 21 sts along wide edge of base. Work same as sides. Rep for back.
Finishing:
Sew up corner seams with tapestry needle and two strands held tog. Attach handles by whip-stitching them onto top edge of front and back. If desired, cut lining fabric to same measurements and sew together. Hand sew into knitted purse, hiding yarn ends inside. If lining is not desired, weave in ends.

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Feather and Fan Hat and Scarf Set

2007-02-01T13:23:00.002-06:00

This started as an experiment with an oldy-but-goody stitch pattern. A feather and fan scarf? That's easy! But what about a matching hat? How would you work the crown shaping, you ask? Carefully. I went through several bouts of knitting and frogging before arriving at a solution. And it even creates a cute flower/star pattern on top.

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Materials:
Caron Dazzleaire (100% acrylic, 2.5oz/71g - discontinued) three skeins in Mixed Greens
US9 (5.5mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US9 (5.5mm) double-pointed needles
US9 (5.5mm) straight needles (optional)
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
18sts = 4in (10cm) in feather & fan pattern

Finished Size:
Hat: 22in (56cm) in circumference
Scarf: 12in wide by 4ft (1.2m) long, or desired length

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Pattern:
Hat:
CO 90 sts on circ. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist.
Rnds 1, 3: purl.
Rnds 2, 4: knit.
Rnd 5: *k2tog 3 times, (k1, yo) 6 times, k2tog 3 times*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 6: knit.
Rnd 7: purl.
Rnd 8: *p2tog 3 times, (p1, yo) 6 times, p2tog 3 times*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 9: purl.
Rep Rnds 4-9 twice more.
Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: knit.
Rnd 2: *k2tog 3 times, k1, (k1, yo) 4 times, k1, k2tog 3 times*; rep between *s around - 80 sts.
Rnd 3: knit.
Rnd 4: purl.
Rnd 5: *p2tog 3 times, (p1, yo) 4 times, p2tog 3 times*; rep between *s around - 70 sts.
Rnd 6: purl.
Rnd 7: knit.
Rnd 8: *k2tog 2 times, k2, (k1, yo) 2 times, k2, k2tog 2 times*; rep between *s around - 60 sts.
Rnd 9: knit.
Rnd 10: purl.
Rnd 11: *p2tog 2 times, p1, (p1, yo) 2 times, p1, p2tog 2 times*; rep between *s around - 50 sts.
Rnd 12: purl.
Rnd 13: knit.
Rnd 14: *k2tog 2 times, (k1, yo) 2 times, k2tog 2 times*; rep between *s around - 40 sts.
Rnd 15: knit.
Rnd 16: purl.
Rnd 17: p2tog around – 20 sts.
Rnd 18: purl.
Rnd 19: k2tog around – 10 sts.
Rnd 20: knit.
Rnd 21: k2tog around – 5 sts.
Rnd 22: knit.
Cut tail and thread through rem sts. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.
Scarf:
CO 56 on circ (or straight).
Rows 1-4: purl.
Row 5: sl1, *k2tog 3 times, (k1, yo) 6 times, k2tog 3 times*; rep between *s to last st, k1.
Rep Rows 3-5 to desired length, ending with Row 5. Purl 4 rows. BO all sts. Weave in ends.

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Argyle Cap

2006-10-26T14:00:00.003-05:00

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Materials:
Lion Kool Wool (50% merino wool/50% acrylic, 1.75oz/50g, 60yds/54m - discontinued) two skeins in Navy, less than one skein each in Claret and Charcoal
US10 (6mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US10 (6mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
14sts by 20rows = 4in (10cm) in stst

Finished Size:
Child (Adult S, Adult L) = 19 (21, 23)in [48 (53, 58)cm] in circumference

Note: This pattern first creates a navy cap with claret diamonds. Then the diagonal charcoal lines are added with duplicate stitch.

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Pattern:
Cast on 66 (72, 78) sts with Navy on circ. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist.
Rnds 1-5: [k3, p3] around.
Rnds 6-7: knit around.
Rnds 8-9: [k3Navy, k1Claret, k2Navy] around.
Rnds 10-11: [k2N, k3C, k1N] around.
Rnds 12-13: [k1N, k5C] around.
Rnds 14-15: same as Rnds 10-11.
Rnds 16-17: same as Rnds 8-9.
With Navy, knit 1 (2, 3) rnds.
Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: [k9 (10, 11), k2tog] 6 times – 60 (66, 72) sts.
Rnd 2 & all even rnds: knit even.
Rnd 3: [k8 (9, 10), k2tog] 6 times – 54 (60, 66) sts.
Rnd 5: [k7 (8, 9), k2tog] 6 times – 48 (54, 60) sts.
Continue to dec 6 sts every other rnd until 24 sts rem.
Next rnd: knit even. Next rnd: k2tog around – 12 sts.
Next rnd: knit even. Next rnd: k2tog around – 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread through rem loops using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Use tapestry needle and Charcoal yarn to duplicate stitch diagonal lines according to chart. Weave in ends.

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Chunky Cabled Hat

2006-10-23T13:53:00.003-05:00

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Materials:
Lion Wool-Ease Thick & Quick (86% acrylic/10% woo/4% rayon, 6oz/170g, 106yds/97m) one skein in Wheat
US13 (9mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US13 (9mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
9.5sts by 16rows = 4in (10cm) in cable pattern

Finished Size:
Child (Adult S, Adult L) = 19 (21, 23)in [48 (53, 58)cm] in circumference

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Pattern:
CO 42 (48, 54) sts on circ. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist.
Rnds 1, 2, 3, 5, 6: *p3 (4, 5), k4*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 4: *p3 (4, 5), FC4*; rep between *s around.
Rep Rnds 1-6 once more.
Adult Small Size Only: Repeat Rnds 1-2 once more.
Adult Large Size Only: Repeat Rnds 1-4 once more.
Crown Shaping: (all sizes)
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: *p2 (3, 4), k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - 36 (42, 48) sts.
Rnd 2: *p2 (3, 4), k4 (FC4, k4)*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 3: *p1 (2, 3), k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - 30 (36, 42) sts.
Rnd 4: *p1 (2, 3), FC4 (k4, k4)*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 5: *p0 (1, 2), k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - 24 (30, 36) sts.
Rnd 6: *p0 (1, 2), k4 (k4, FC4)*; rep between *s around.
Adult Sizes Only:
Rnd 7: *p_ (0, 1), k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - _ (24, 30) sts.
Rnd 8: *p_ (0, 1), _ (FC4, k4)*; rep between *s around.
Adult Large Size Only:
Rnd 9: *k2tog, k3*; rep between *s around - _ (_, 24) sts.
Rnd 10: knit even.
All Sizes:
Rnd 11: k2tog 12 times - 12 sts.
Rnd 12: knit even.
Rnd 13: k2tog 6 times - 6 sts.
Rnd 14: knit even.
Cut yarn and thread tail through rem sts using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Mini Holiday Stockings

2006-10-16T11:23:00.002-05:00

Who wouldn't prefer a cute little stocking filled with candy to a boring greeting card? Whether you're a broke college student or have relatives who aren't worth the price of a "real" gift, these little guys are the perfect solution to large family holiday get-togethers where no one should feel left out. Knit one for everyone and fill with half a dozen chocolate kisses. Make a few extra for unexpected guests.

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Materials:
Small amounts of worsted yarn in red, green, white, or your favorite holiday colors
US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
20sts by 28rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on US7 (4.5mm)

Finished Size:
About 4in (10cm) tall

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Pattern:
Cuff:
With cuff color, CO 18 sts and dist to 3 dpns. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work 3 rnds in seed stitch ([k1, p1] on odd rnds, [p1, k1] on even rnds).
Leg:
Change colors if desired. Do not cut previous color; just carry it along inside stocking until it is needed again. Knit 15 rnds in stst. For striped version, change colors every two rounds.
Heel:
Redistribute sts so that 9 are on one needle for heel.
Row 1: With heel color, k8, turn.
Row 2: yo-b, p7, turn.
Row 3: yo, k6, turn.
Row 4: yo-b, p5, turn.
Row 5: yo, k5, am, k2tog, turn.
Row 6: yo-b, p6, ssp, turn.
Row 7: yo, k7, am2, k3tog, turn.
Row 8: yo-b, p8, sssp, turn.
Foot:
With main color (or stripe pattern), yo, k9, move next yo to next needle & k2tog, k7, move next yo (first st on next needle) to end of current needle & skp. Knit even for 4 rnds. Knit 4 more sts; this is the new beg of each rnd (so the color joggle is on the bottom of the foot). Cut main color.
Toe:
With toe color, knit 1 rnd even.
Next rnd, [k1, k2tog] around (12 sts) - you may have to redistribute sts on needles for the k2tog's.
Knit 1 rnd even.
Next rnd, [k2tog] around (6 sts).
Cut yarn, leaving a tail. Thread through rem sts using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

Fill with candy, potpourri, etc. Add a ribbon loop to the top to use as a tree ornament. Do whatever you want with it!

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R2D2 Beanie

2006-09-24T11:10:00.006-05:00

EDIT: Okay, guys. That's enough. I'm flattered. Really. But no more. Not for now at least. Those of you whom I have already contacted, don't worry. Anyone seeing this for the first time, I'm sorry. No more custom orders. I can't knit the same hat over and over again for the rest of my life. If you would like to leave your email, I will put you on a waiting list and contact you when and if I can stand to look at blue and grey yarn ever again. In the meantime, I recommend you try to find a knitter near you or even learn to knit yourself. It's a great hobby.

I never expected a little hat I made for my nephew's Halloween costume would draw so much attention. Thank you all for your interest and appreciation.

Carissa

Want a handmade Halloween costume this year? Have a geeky friend whose birthday is right around the corner? Or perhaps you are that geeky friend. That's okay. Be proud of who you are. Shout it out loud without saying a word. Knit this hat and wear it everyday, everywhere.

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Materials:
Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 3oz/85g, 165yds/151m) one skein each in Royale and Grey Heather
Small amount of worsted black acrylic yarn
Small amount of loose stuffing for projecting bits, if desired
US7 (4.5mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle

US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry Needle

Gauge:

18sts x 24rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on US7 (4.5mm)

Finished Size:

Child (Adult S, Adult L) = 19 (21, 24)in [48 (54, 61)cm] circumference

Note: This pattern is written such that a basic striped hat is created first, and then details are added with duplicate stitch afterward. If you prefer, you can use the appropriate chart and stranded knitting for rounds 8-12 (9-14, 10-15) and rounds 25-30 (28-33, 30-35), leaving less duplicate stitching to be done in the end.

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Pattern:
With grey yarn and circular needles, CO 84 (96, 108) sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work 4 (5, 5) rnds in k2, p2 ribbing. Join blue, but do not cut grey. With blue, knit 2 (2, 3) rnds in stst. Twist blue and grey strands once to prevent a hole. Knit 1 (1, 1) rnd in grey. Twist strands and knit 5 (6, 6) rnds in blue. Twist strands and knit 8 (9, 10) rnds in grey, twisting strands every 4 (5, 5) rnds to carry blue strand along, but still working with grey.
Crown Shaping:

Switch to dpns with 28 (32, 36) sts on each of 3 needles.
Rnd 1: With grey, [k6 (7, 8), k2tog, k6 (7, 8)] around - 78 (90, 102) sts.
Rnd 2 and all even rnds: knit even with same color as previous rnd.
Rnd 3: With grey, [k6 (7, 8), ssk, k5 (6, 7)] around - 72 (84, 96) sts.
Rnd 5: With blue, [k5 (6, 7), k2tog, k5 (6, 7)] around - 66 (78, 90) sts.
Rnd 7: With blue, [k5 (6, 7), ssk, k4 (5, 6)] around - 60 (72, 84) sts.
Rnd 9: With blue, [k4 (5, 6), k2tog, k4 (5, 6)] around - 54 (66, 78) sts.
Rnd 11: With grey, [k4 (5, 6), ssk, k3 (4, 5)] around - 48 (60, 72) sts.
Rnd 13: With blue, [k3 (4, 5), k2tog, k3 (4, 5)] around - 42 (54, 66) sts.
Rnd 15: With grey, [k3 (4, 5), ssk, k2 (3, 4)] around - 36 (48, 60) sts.
Rnd 17: With grey, [k2 (3, 4), k2tog, k2 (3, 4)] around - 30 (42, 54) sts.
Rnd 19: With grey, [k2 (3, 4), ssk, k1 (2, 3) around - 24 (36, 48) sts.
Child Size Only:
Rnd 21: With grey, [k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Rnd 22: With grey, knit even.
Adult Small Size Only:
Rnd 21: With grey, [k2, k2tog, k2] around - 30 sts.
Rnd 23: With grey, [k2, ssk, k1] around - 24 sts.
Rnd 25: With grey, [k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Rnd 26: With grey, knit even.
Adult Large Size Only:
Rnd 21: With grey, [k3, k2tog, k3] around - 42 sts.
Rnd 23: With grey, [k3, ssk, k2] around - 36
Rnd 25: With grey, [k2, k2tog, k2] around - 30 sts.
Rnd 27: With grey, [k2, ssk, k1] around - 24 sts.
Rnd 29: With grey, [k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Rnd 30: With grey, knit even.

All Sizes: Cut yarn and thread tail through rem sts using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off. Weave in ends. Using tapestry needle and duplicate stitch method, add details to match appropriate chart below.

Child Size:

Adult Small Size:

Adult Large Size:

Projecting Bits, make 2 (if desired):

With grey, CO 12 sts leaving a long tail. Dist sts to 3 dpns - 4 sts on each needle. Knit 7 rnds in stst. Join black and cut grey. Next rnd, [k2tog] around – 6 sts. Next rnd, [k2tog] around – 3 sts. Cut yarn and thread through rem sts using tapestry needle. Stuff with batting and use tapestry needle and CO tail to sew to hat along dashed lines from chart. Weave in ends.

Put on hat and make beeping noises.

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Jayne Cobb Hat

2006-09-23T11:05:00.002-05:00

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Materials:
Lily Sugar ‘n Cream (100% cotton, 2.5oz/70g, 120yds/109m) one ball each in Red, Hot Orange, and Sunshine
US7 (4.5mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
17sts by 23rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on US7 (4.5mm)

Finished Size:
Child (Adult Small, Adult Large) = 15 (17.5, 20)in [38 (44, 51)cm] circumference;
To Fit = 18 (21, 24)in [48 (54, 61)cm] circumference

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Pattern:
With orange yarn and circ, CO 60 (72, 84) sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work 4 (4, 5) rnds in k2,p2 ribbing. Knit 11 (13, 15) rnds in stst. Join yellow and cut orange. Knit 14 (17, 20) rnds in stst.
Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns with 20 (24, 28) sts on each of 3 needles.
Rnd 1: [k8 (10, 12), k2tog] around - 54 (66, 78) sts.
Rnd 2: [k7 (9, 11), k2tog] around - 48 (60, 72) sts.
Rnd 3: [k6 (8, 10), k2tog] around - 42 (54, 66) sts.
Cont to dec 6 sts each rnd until 36 sts rem for all sizes.
Next rnd, [k1, k2tog] around - 24 sts.
Next rnd, [k2tog] around - 12 sts.
Next rnd, [k2tog] around - 6 sts.
Cut yarn and thread through rem loops using tapestry needle. Pull tight and tie off.
Earflaps:
With red yarn and using one dpn, pick up 13 (15, 17) sts along ribbed edge wherever you like with RS facing, turn.
Row 1: sl1, p11 (13, 15), k1.
Row 2: sl1, k12 (14, 16).Rep last two rows 7 (8, 9) more times. BO all sts. Rep for second earflap on opposite side. Weave in ends. Make a pom-pom with all three colors and attach to top of hat.

Go be a big damn hero.

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Lacy Cap

2006-08-27T11:00:00.002-05:00

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Materials:
TLC Baby (100% acrylic, 6oz/170g, 490yds/448m) one skein in Pinkie
US6 (4mm) 16in (41cm) circular needle
US6 (4 mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
18sts = 4in (10cm) in k2tog,yo pattern on US6 (4mm)

Finished Size:
23in (58cm) in circumference

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Pattern:
CO 108 sts on circ and join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work 6 rnds in k2,p2 ribbing.
Lace Pattern:
Rnd 1: *k2tog, yo*; rep between *s around.
Rnd 2: knit around.
Rep these 2 rnds 17 more times.
Crown Shaping:
Switch to dpns.
Rnd 1: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 8 times*; rep between *s around - 102 sts rem.
Rnd 2 and all even rounds: knit around.
Rnd 3: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 7 times*; rep between *s around - 96 sts.
Rnd 5: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 7 times*; rep between *s around - 90 sts.
Rnd 7: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 6 times*; rep btween *s around - 84 sts.
Rnd 9: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 6 times*; rep between *s around - 78 sts.
Rnd 11: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 5 times*; rep between *s around - 72 sts.
Rnd 13: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 5 times*; rep between *s around - 66 sts.
Rnd 15: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 4 times*; rep btween *s around - 60 sts.
Rnd 17: *k2tog, [k2tog, yo] 4 times*; rep between *s around - 54 sts.
Rnd 19: *k3tog, yo, [k2tog, yo] 3 times*; rep btween *s around - 48 sts.
Rnd 21: *k2tog, k2tog, yo*; rep between *s around - 36 sts.
Rnd 23: *k3tog, yo*; rep between *s around - 24 sts.
Rnd 25: *k2tog, k2tog, yo*; rep between *s around - 18 sts.
Rnd 27: k2tog around - 9 sts.
Cut yarn, leaving a 6-inch tail. Use tapestry needle to thread end through rem loops. Put tight and tie off. Weave in ends.

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Basketweave Headband

2006-06-29T10:56:00.002-05:00

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Materials:
Lily Sugar ‘n Cream (100% cotton, 2.5oz/70g, 120yds/109m) one ball in Sunshine
Two US7 (4.5mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:

20sts by 29rows = 4in (10cm) in basket weave pattern on US7 (4.5mm)

Finished Size:

1.75in (4.5cm) wide by 12in (30cm) long, plus 12in (30cm) of cord on each end

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Pattern:
Cord:
CO 3 sts on a dpn. Slide sts to opposite end of needle instead of turning and k3. Rep this rnd until you have 12in (30cm) of I-cord. The middle portion of the headband is worked back and forth (instead of sliding sts to other end).
Increases:
Row 1: sl1, m1, k1, m1, k1 – 5 sts.
Row 2: sl1, p3, k1.
Row 3: sl1, m1, k3, m1, k1 – 7 sts.
Row 4: sl1, p5, k1.
Row 5: sl1, m1, k5, m1, k1 – 9 sts.
Basket Weave Pattern:
Row 1: sl1, p2, k3, p2, k1.
Row 2: sl1, k2, p3, k3.
Row 3: sl1, p2, k3, p2, k1.
Rep these 3 rows 24 more times.
Decreases:
Row 1: ssk, k5, k2tog – 7 sts.
Row 2: sl1, p5, k1.
Row 3: ssk, k3, k2tog – 5 sts.
Row 4: sl1, p3, k1.
Row 5: ssk, k1, k2tog – 3 sts.
Cord:
Slide these 3 sts to other end of needle and k3. Rep this rnd until you have another 12in (30cm) of I-cord on this end. Cut yarn and use tapestry needle to thread tails into inside of I-cord.

Wrap headband around your head and tie it tight under your hair. Go show off your mad skills.

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Drawstring Pouches

2006-06-27T10:39:00.002-05:00

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Materials:
Miscellaneous worsted yarn (great stash-busting project!)
Appropriately-sized double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle
About 2ft (61cm) of ribbon or scrap yarn

Gauge:
Anywhere from 16-24sts = 4in (10cm) in stst, depending on your yarn weight and needle size

Finished Size:
About 4in (10cm) wide by 6in (15cm) tall, depending on your yarn weight and needle size

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Pattern:
CO 40 sts, leaving a 16in (41cm) tail for sewing later, and dist to 3 dpns. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Knit every rnd for about 5in (13cm) of stst. If desired, you can add stripes, color blocks, fair isle or a textured design.
Eyelet Rnd: [k2, k2tog, yo, k1] 8 times.
Ribbing: [k1, p1] around. Rep this rnd 3 more times. BO in patt.
Finishing:
Use CO tail to sew bottom closed. Weave in ends. Weave ribbon in and out of eyelets and tie ends in a bow.

You can easily adjust this pattern to make the pouch larger or smaller, wider or skinnier, longer or shorter. Feel free to tweak it to accommodate what you want to put in it.

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Stewie Griffin Doll

2006-05-07T10:23:00.002-05:00

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Materials:
Small amounts of worsted yarn in red, yellow, off-white (flesh-tone), black, and white
US5 (3.75mm) double-pointed needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
22sts by 30rows = 4in (10cm) in stst on US5 (3.75mm)

Finished Size:
About 6in (15cm) tall

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Pattern:
Body:
Using red yarn, CO 24. Dist to 3 dpns and join to work in the rnd. Knit 5 rnds.
Rnd 6: k3 with red, join yellow and k3 yellow, twist yarns to catch red strand, k3 yellow, twist yarns, k3 red, twist, k3 red, twist, k3 yellow, twist, k3 yellow, twist, k3 red, twist.
Rep Rnd 6 four more times. Make sure to keep your floats loose so fabric doesn't pucker.
Rnd 11: k3 red, twist, k21 yellow.
Cut red strand, leaving a tail long enough to weave in later.
Rnd 12: Knit all yellow.
Rnd 13: With yellow k4, k2tog, ssk, k8, k2tog, ssk, k4 - 20 sts.
Rnd 14: k3, k2tog, ssk, k6, k2tog, ssk, k3 - 16 sts.
Rnd 15: k2, k2tog, ssk, k4, k2tog, ssk, k2 - 12 sts.
Rnd 16: k1, k2tog, ssk, k2, k2tog, ssk, k1 - 8 sts.
Head:
Rnd 17: Join off-white and knit one rnd.
Rnd 18: k1, m1, (k2, m1) 3 times, k1 - 12 sts.
Rnd 19: (k2, m1) twice, k4, (m1, k2) twice - 16 sts.
Rnd 20: k3, m1, k2, m1, k6, m1, k2, m1, k3 - 20 sts.
Rnd 21: k4, m1, k2, m1, k8, m1, k2, m1, k4 - 24 sts.
Rnd 22: k5, m1, k2, m1, k10, m1, k2, m1, k5 - 28 sts.
Cont inc’ing in this manner, 2 sts on each side of head every rnd, until...
Rnd 30: k13, m1, k2, m1, k26, m1, k2, m1, k13 - 60 sts.
Rnds 31-34: Knit even.
Rnd 35: k13, k2tog, ssk, k26, k2tog, ssk, k13 - 56 sts.
Rnd 36: k12, k2tog, ssk, k24, k2tog, ssk, k12 - 52 sts.
Rnd 37: k11, k2tog, ssk, k22, k2tog, ssk, k11 - 48 sts.
Rnd 38: k10, k2tog, ssk, k20, k2tog, ssk, k10 - 44 sts.
Cont dec’ing in this manner, 2 sts on each side of head every rnd, until only 4 sts rem. Cut yarn, thread end through rem sts, pull tight, tie off, weave in ends. (I actually don't weave in any ends because they'll be on the inside anyway, but you can if you want.) Stuff head firmly. Using off-white yarn, cinch the points of the football to create ears. Using black yarn, embroider ears, hair, eyebrows, eyes, nose and mouth. For comparison, you can use the above photo of my finished product or another picture of Stewie with the facial expression of your choice. Lightly stuff body. Right Leg:
Using 3 dpns and red yarn, pick up 12 sts (4 sts on each needle) along lower edge of right side of body, starting from bottom center back (original slip knot) and ending at bottom center front. Join to work in the rnd.
Rnd 1-3: Knit.
Rnd 4: Join white and knit one rnd. Cut red, leaving a tail to weave in.
Rnd 5: With white k9, (m1, k1) 3 times - 15sts.
Rnds 6-8: Knit.
Rnd 9: k8, k2tog, k3, ssk - 13 sts.
Rnd 10: (k2tog) 5 times, k1, ssk - 7 sts.
Knit 2 more sts. Stuff body more firmly and stuff leg. Graft rem sts tog.
Left Leg:
Using 3 dpns and red yarn, pick up 12 sts (4 sts on each needle) along lower edge of left side of body, starting from bottom center front and ending at bottom center back. Join to work in the rnd.
Rnds 1-3: Knit.
Rnd 4: Join white and knit one rnd. Cut red, leaving a tail to weave in.
Rnd 5: (k1, m1) 3 times, k9 - 15 sts.
Rnds 6-8: Knit.
Rnd 9: k2tog, k3, ssk, k8 - 13 sts.
Rnd 10: k2tog, k1, (ssk) 5 times - 7 sts.
Knit 3 more sts. Stuff leg. Graft rem sts tog.
Right Arm:
Using 3 dpns and yellow yarn, pick up 10 sts (4 sts on first needle, 2 sts on second, 4 sts on third) in a circle on right shoulder, starting at the armpit and working clockwise. Join to work in the rnd. Knit 5 rnds in yellow. Join off-white and cut yellow, leaving a tail to weave in. Knit 2 rnds in off-white.
Rnd 8: k4, (m1, k1) twice, m1, k4 - 13 sts.
Rnds 9-10: Knit.
Rnd 11: k4, ssk, k1, k2tog, k4 - 11 sts. These incs and decs should make a bump for the thumb.
Rnd 12: Knit.
Stuff arm. Graft rem sts tog.
Left Arm:
Using 3 dpns and yellow yarn, pick up 10 sts (4 sts on first needle, 2 sts on second, 4 sts on third) in a circle on left shoulder, starting at the armpit and working clockwise. Work exactly the same as the Right Arm. Stuff arm. Graft remaining sts tog.
Finishing:
Using black yarn, embroider fingers. Using red yarn, duplicate stitch suspenders.

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Cabled Fingerless Mitts

2005-11-22T09:09:00.002-06:00

Keep your hands toasty, without reducing your dexterity, with these simple fingerless mitts. A basic stockinette stitch background and knit 2, purl 2 ribbing puts all the focus on the cable down the back of the hand. An easy six-stitch cable, twisted every six rounds, makes this an ideal project for first-time cablers. Plus, symmetric cables teach the knitter the difference between holding the cable needle in front or in back of the work.

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Materials:
Caron Simply Soft (100% Acrylic, 3oz/85g, 165yds/151m) one skein in 2616 Toasted Almond
US 6 (4mm) double-pointed needles
Two stitch markers
Stitch holder or waste yarn

Gauge:
24 sts =4in (10cm) in stst on US 6 (4mm)

Finished Size:
Women’s Medium - 7in (18cm) hand circumference

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Pattern:
Right Mitt:
CO 44 and distribute to 3 dpns. Join to work in the round, being careful not to twist. Work 10 rnds in k2,p2 ribbing.
Rnds 1-5: k19, p1, k6, p1, k17.
Rnd 6: k19, p1, FC6, p1, k8, pm, m1, k1, m1, pm, k8.
Rnds 7-8: k19, p1, k6, p1, k19.
Rnd 9: k19, p1, k6, p1, k8, m1, k3, m1, k8.
Rnds 10-11: k19, p1, k6, p1, k21.
Rnd 12: k19, p1, FC6, p1, k8, m1, k5, m1, k8.
Continue in this manner, inc'ing just inside markers every 3 rnds and twisting cable every 6 rnds, until there are 13 sts between markers for thumb gusset (Rnd 21). Transfer these 13 sts to a stitch holder or waste yarn. Waste yarn works better because it's flexible.
Rnd 22: k19, p1, k6, p1, k8, CO 1 st, k8.
Rnd 23: k19, p1, k6, p1, k17.
Rnd 24: k19, p1, FC6, p1, k17.
Continue in this manner, working even and twisting the cable every 6 rounds until piece measures 5in (13cm) from beg, about 39 rnds total, ending 5 rnds after a twist. Work 10 rnds in k2,p2 ribbing. BO all sts.
Thumb:
Distribute 13 sts on waste yarn to 3 dpns. Attach new ball of yarn, and pick up 3 sts in valley between thumb and palm. Knit 1 rnd. Work 10 rnds in k2,p2 ribbing. BO all sts. Weave in ends.
You may want to reinforce the valley between thumb and palm or close the hole if you have one. Left Mitt:
Work as for Right Mitt, reversing all shaping and using BC6 instead FC6 so the cables will be symmetric.

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Tweedy Purse

2005-09-13T10:01:00.001-05:00

Carry your keys in style with this easy-to-knit handbag. After a rectangular base is made working in rows, stitches are picked up on the remaining three sides and worked in-the-round on double-pointed needles. Seed stitch gives this variegated yarn a trendy, tweed-like look, and smaller-than-recommended needles mean a denser fabric, eliminating the need for a lining. Two I-cord straps are attached on the sides of the top, and a button and small pom-pom with uncut loops add a little extra something on the front.

Materials:

TLC Essentials (100% Acrylic, 6oz/170g, 312yds/285m) one skein in Surf & Turf (discontinued)

US 5 (3.75mm) double-pointed needles

One small turquoise button

Tapestry needle

Gauge:
22 sts = 4in (10cm) in seed st on US 5 (3.75mm)

Finished Size:
7in (18cm) wide by 7.5in (19cm) tall with 15in (38cm) straps

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Pattern:

CO 32. Using only two dpns, work 8 rows in seed st ([k1, p1] on odd rows and [p1, k1] on even rows). Leaving active sts on one needle, use two other needles to pick up 6 sts on one end of rectangle, 32 along cast on edge, and 7 on other end (6 + 16 sts on one needle, 16 + 7 sts on the other). Begin working in seed st in the rnd ([k1, p1] all the way around since there is an odd number of sts). Continue even in seed st until purse measures about 7in (18cm) from beg. BO all sts.

Make two 15in (38cm) lengths of 4-st I-cord and attach one end of each to each side of purse. Make a small, loose pom-pom, but do not cut loops. Attach it to one corner along with a small turquoise button.

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Mitered Squares Scarf

2005-04-15T09:32:00.001-05:00

This modern take on the classic argyle necktie adds a bit of colorful whimsy to any wardrobe. The diamonds down the center are made using a mitered (a.k.a. modular or domino) knitting technique, where stitches are picked up for two sides of the square and double-decreases are made in the middle of every other row until you come to a point. The triangles along the sides are just half of a diamond. This method gives a patchwork feel without the hassle of sewing seams.

Materials:
Lion Brand Watercolors (65% Acrylic, 35% Merino Wool, 1.75oz/50g, 55yds/50m) one ball each in 980-347 Purple Haze (A), 980-308 Blue Lagoon (B) and 980-373 Pond Green (C)
US 11 (8mm) straight needles
Tapestry needle

Gauge:
10 sts = 4in (10cm) in garter st on US 11 (8mm)

Finished Size:
5.5in (14cm) wide by 60in (152cm) long

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Pattern:

First Diamond:

With color A, CO 20.

Row 1: k20.

Row 2: k8, k2tog, ssk, k8.

Row 3: k18.

Row 4: k7, k2tog, ssk, k7.

Continue in garter st, dec'ing 2 sts in the middle of every RS row, until only 2 sts rem. K2tog, tie off.

Right-Hand Triangle:

With B, pick up 10 sts along right selvage edge, starting from CO edge and working up to top point.

Row 1: k10.

Row 2: ssk, k8.

Row 3: k9.

Row 4: ssk, k7.

Continue in garter st, dec'ing 1 st at beg of every RS row, until 1 st rem, tie off.

Left-Hand Triangle:

With B, pick up 10 sts along left selvage edge of square, starting at top point and working down to CO edge.

Row 1: k10.

Row 2: k8, k2tog.

Row 3: k9.

Row 4: k7, k2tog.

Continue in garter st, dec'ing 1 st at end of every RS row, until 1 st rem, tie off.

Inner Diamond:

With C, pick up 20 sts along selvages edges of both triangles (10 sts on each). Work same as first diamond, dec'ing 2 sts in middle of every RS row, until 2 sts rem. K2tog, tie off.

Keep making triangles on the sides and squares in the middle until scarf reaches desired length, changing colors as often as you like, and ending with a square. Weave in ends.

Tie it like a man’s tie, wear it like a scarf or however you like.

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Abbreviations

2005-04-15T09:07:00.005-05:00

Here is a list of common abbreviations I use in my patterns:

am = adjust mount = slip 1 purlwise, slip back to left-hand needle knitwise
am2 = adjust mount of two stitches = slip 2 purlwise, slip back to left-hand needle knitwise individually
BC# = slip next half of # sts onto cable needle, hold in back, knit next half of # sts, knit sts from cable needle
beg = beginning
BO = bind off
circ = circular needle
cm = centimeters
cn = cable needle
CO = cast on
cont = continue
dec = decrease
dist = distribute
dpns = double-pointed needles
est = established
FC# = slip next half of # sts onto cable needle, hold in front, knit next half of # sts, knit sts from cable needle
ft = foot/feet
g = grams
in = inches
inc = increase
k = knit
k2tog = knit 2 together = insert needle into two stitches at once and knit as one stitch
k3tog = knit 3 together = insert needle into three stitches at once and knit as one stitch
kfb = knit front & back = knit 1 but do not slip old stitch off left needle, knit into back of same stitch, then slip old stitch off left needle
ksp = knit, slip, pass over = knit 1, slip it back to left needle, use right needle to pass second stitch on left needle over this stitch and off needle, slip stitch back to right needle to continue working
m = meter(s)
m1 = see m1L
m1L = make 1 left = pick up bar between the st just worked and the next st by inserting left needle under it from front to back, knit into back of this new stitch
m1Lp = make 1 left purlwise = pick up bar between the st just worked and the next st by inserting left needle under it from front to back, purl into back of this new stitch
m1R = make 1 right = pick up bar between the st just worked and the next st by inserting left needle under it from back to front, knit this new stitch
m1Rp = make 1 right purlwise= pick up bar between the st just worked and the next st by inserting left needle under it from back to front, purl this new stitch
mm = millimeters
oz = ounces
p = purl
p2tog = purl 2 together = insert needle purlwise into two stitches at once and purl as one stitch
p3tog = purl 3 together = insert needle purlwise into three stitches at once and purl as one stitch
patt = pattern
pfb = purl front & back = purl 1 but do not slip old stitch off left needle, purl into back of same stitch, then slip old stitch off left needle
pm = place marker
psso = pass slipped stitch over
rem = remain(ing)
rep = repeat
rnd(s) = round(s)
RS = right side
sk2p = slip, knit 2 together, pass over = slip 1 knitwise, knit next two stitches together, use left needle to pass slipped stitch over knitted stitch and off needle
skp = slip, knit, pass over = slip 1 knitwise, knit next stitch, use left needle to pass slipped stitch over knitted stitch and off needle
sl1 = slip 1, purlwise unless otherwise noted
sm = slip marker
ssk = slip, slip, knit = slip 1 knitwise twice, knit these 2 together through back loop
ssp = slip, slip, purl = slip 1 knitwise twice, purl these 2 together through back loop
sssk = slip, slip, slip, knit = slip 1 knitwise thrice, knit these 3 together through back loop
sssp = slip, slip, slip, purl = slip 1 knitwise thrice, purl these 3 together through back loop
st(s) = stitch(es)
stst = stockinette stich = knit 1 row, purl 1 row if working back and forth; knit every round if working in the round
tbl = through back loop
tog = together
w&t = wrap and turn = if knitting, bring yarn to front between needles, slip next stitch as it to purl, bring yarn to back between needles, slip wrapped stitch back to left needle; if purling, bring yarn to back between needles, slip next stitch as it to purl, bring yarn to front between needles, slip wrapped stitch back to left needle
WS = wrong side
wyib = with yarn in back
wyif = with yarn in front
yd(s) = yard(s)
yo = yarn over = if knitting, bring yarn to front between needles, then up and over right needle and to the back of work; if purling, bring yarn up and over right needle and to the back of work, then to front between needles
yo-b = yarn over backward = if knitting, bring yarn up and over right needle, then between needles to back of work; if purling, bring yarn to back between needles, then up and over right needle to front of work