Added on 07/12/09

White Lies Designs: Designer Joan McGowan-Michael creates romantic knitwear with special consideration for a wide range of sizes from petite to plus. White Lies Designs offers wonderful patterns and kits, yarn, an assortment of books and tools, some... See more

White Lies Designs: Designer Joan McGowan-Michael creates romantic knitwear with special consideration for a wide range of sizes from petite to plus. White Lies Designs offers wonderful patterns and kits, yarn, an assortment of books and tools, some interesting information on Joan's career and her published works, helpful tips and links to other knitting sites and pattern resources. See less

Added on 07/05/09

* Work surface * Pasta machine and/or brayer or acrylic rod * Clay blade and/or craft knife * Aluminum foil * Rubber stamps, texture sheets, and/or other texturing tools * Assorted sizes of drinking straws or small circle cutters * Baking parchment... See more

* Work surface * Pasta machine and/or brayer or acrylic rod * Clay blade and/or craft knife * Aluminum foil * Rubber stamps, texture sheets, and/or other texturing tools * Assorted sizes of drinking straws or small circle cutters * Baking parchment or plain (unmarked) office paper * Small ball-ended tool and #2 flat chisel "color shaper"/"clay shaper" (optional) * Paintbrush * Palette (or something else to mix paint on) * Paper towels and water and/or rubbing alcohol * Denim rag or other soft cloth * Oven and associated tools (baking sheet, thermometer, oven mitt, etc.) See less

Added on 07/05/09

* This is useful for mixing colors of liquid clay. If you don't have one, you can use a ceramic tile, glass sheet, or polymer-friendly paint pots. * Needle tool or tapestry needle (toothpicks will work) * Ceramic tile * One that fits into your oven.... See more

* This is useful for mixing colors of liquid clay. If you don't have one, you can use a ceramic tile, glass sheet, or polymer-friendly paint pots. * Needle tool or tapestry needle (toothpicks will work) * Ceramic tile * One that fits into your oven. * Pasta machine (if possible) * Brayer or acrylic rod * Texturing tools * Stamps, texture sheets (bought or homemade), and/or found textures * Shape cutters * Cookie cutters, petit fours cutters, drinking straws, etc. * If you don't have shape cutters or prefer to make custom shapes, use a crafe knife to cut shapes freehand. You can also use templates from thin plastic or cardstock as guides. * Craft knife * Tissue blade * Oven (plus aluminum foil tent, thermometer, mitt and timer) * Optional: * Gloves, if you don't wish to reduce fingerprints or avoid handling the clay * Paintbrush for applying liquid clay * Eyepins (or other findings) and superglue, depending on what you're making See less

Added on 07/05/09

* Polymer Clay (any color, less than 1 oz.) * Because you’ll want a color that coordinates well with your picture, you’ll probably want to select your image first. * Flattened glass marbles (clear) * You can find these in different sizes and even... See more

* Polymer Clay (any color, less than 1 oz.) * Because you’ll want a color that coordinates well with your picture, you’ll probably want to select your image first. * Flattened glass marbles (clear) * You can find these in different sizes and even different shapes. Keep in mind the weight of the “marble”. You won’t want to wear something that’s terribly heavy. * Try to find marbles with little or no iridescence on the surface. This “oil slick” appearance can be very attractive, but it also makes it much more difficult to see your picture through the marble. * Images on paper—magazines, catalogs, photos, scrapbook paper, wrapping paper, doodles, sketches, handwriting, stamped papers, etc. * There may be copyright issues when using images and papers not of your own creation or design. This is mostly an issue if you’re intending to sell what you make, so if you’re just making things for yourself, use whatever you like! * White glue or decoupage medium (anything that will dry clear) *... See less

Added on 06/07/09

These are incredibly adorable little knitted baby rattles, or if made without rattles, really cute stuffed toys. The cotton is organic, although the dyeing is not. Substituting Blue Sky Alpacas Organic Cotton would remedy that. It is the same cotton... See more

These are incredibly adorable little knitted baby rattles, or if made without rattles, really cute stuffed toys. The cotton is organic, although the dyeing is not. Substituting Blue Sky Alpacas Organic Cotton would remedy that. It is the same cotton used in the dyed cotton. And designer Allison's cats, Portia & Hannah, are very much in love with them (even without adding catnip to the stuffing.) For cats, you can add catnip and/or a bell. (Do we foresee a Cat Line of toys? Hmmm....) | Materials * Blue Sky Alpacas Cotton : Honeydew, Thistle, Lemonade, Cumin, & Poppy. * Size 7 double point needles, or size needed to obtain gauge. * Darning needle. * Stuffing material such as polyester batting. * Rattles, if desired (note: not recommended for children under the age of 3) | Gauge * 5 sts/inch in stockinette stitch. You will want a dense fabric so the stuffing doesn't show through. | Abbreviations * co - cast on * dp - double point * inc - increase by knitting into front & back of stitch *... See less

Added on 06/07/09

Ribbons and Lace Ribbons and Lace Size: 3 months Materials: 5 50g (1.75 oz) balls of baby yarn. 1 pair 3.25mm (3 US) needles 1 pair 4mm (6 US) needles 3 buttons 3.5 metres (4 yards) of ¼” wide ribbon Tension: 32 sts = 10 cm (4”) in stocking stitch on... See more

Ribbons and Lace Ribbons and Lace Size: 3 months Materials: 5 50g (1.75 oz) balls of baby yarn. 1 pair 3.25mm (3 US) needles 1 pair 4mm (6 US) needles 3 buttons 3.5 metres (4 yards) of ¼” wide ribbon Tension: 32 sts = 10 cm (4”) in stocking stitch on 3.25mm (3 US) needles PATTERN ROWS: Multiples of 18 Rows 1, 2, and 4: Knit. Row 3: (k2tog) 3 times, *(yo, k1) 6 times, (k2tog) 6 times* Repeat from * to * to last 6 sts. (k2tog) 3 times. CHRISTENING GOWN: Skirt: With one ball of yarn and size 4.5mm needles cast on 72 sts. With a second ball of yarn, on same needles, cast on 141 sts. With a third ball of yarn, on same needles, cast on 72 sts. Work pattern rows for approx 2” on each section, increasing 3 sts evenly across middle section to 144 sts. in the first row. Join by working pattern across all three sections with first ball of yarn. Cut second and third balls off leaving 3” tails. Continue working pattern rows, ending with Row 2, until skirt is approx 13.5” long. Cast on an additional... See less

Added on 06/07/09

Kimono-style sweaters are an easy fit for babies: just wrap them in and tie it up! The classic kimono sweater is updated here with a sophisticated color combination, and the design detail of leaving slits at the side. The sweater is also designed to... See more

Kimono-style sweaters are an easy fit for babies: just wrap them in and tie it up! The classic kimono sweater is updated here with a sophisticated color combination, and the design detail of leaving slits at the side. The sweater is also designed to maximize "finish-as-you-go" techniques: the eyelet-garter band worked on the fronts eliminates the need to pick up ribbing; a three-needle bind-off finished the shoulder seams at the same time that the back neck is bound off; and the sleeves are picked up and worked from the top down, leaving only a short sleeve/side seam to sew. See less

Added on 06/07/09

Designer’s email: blondechickenboutique@gmail.com Designer’s website: http://www.BlondeChickenBoutique.com My littlest brother did all the hard work on this pattern: He designed it! Last fall I requested that he tell me what knitted item he wanted... See more

Designer’s email: blondechickenboutique@gmail.com Designer’s website: http://www.BlondeChickenBoutique.com My littlest brother did all the hard work on this pattern: He designed it! Last fall I requested that he tell me what knitted item he wanted for Christmas. We sat down with a notebook and pen and this is what he came up with! I decided to use organic wool because I want to clothe my loved ones in pure knitted warmth. I also found Vermont Organic Fiber to have an excellent Stegosaurus Green (willow). See less

Added on 06/07/09

Designed by Judy Lamb ©2009 Materials: 7 oz. Red Heart TLC baby yarn, White; size 6 circular knitting needles – 16 inches, small amount of sport weight yarn, pink and green; yarn needle for sewing; 3 small buttons. Gauge: 5 ½ sts/ inch in st st.... See more

Designed by Judy Lamb ©2009 Materials: 7 oz. Red Heart TLC baby yarn, White; size 6 circular knitting needles – 16 inches, small amount of sport weight yarn, pink and green; yarn needle for sewing; 3 small buttons. Gauge: 5 ½ sts/ inch in st st. Size: Newborn (finished chest size = 18 inches) Note: Gown is worked from the top down. Also, 'inc' in this pattern means to purl into the front and the back of the next stitch. Directions: Cast on 45 sts. Work in st st for 6 rows for rolled collar. Begin Yoke: Row 1: p4, (inc in next st, p2, k1-b, p2) across, end inc in next, p4. Row 2: p3, k5, (p1, k6) across, end k5, p3. Row 3: p8, *(k1, yo, k1) in next st, p6; rep from * to last 8 sts, p8. Row 4: p3, k5, (p3, k6) across, end p3, k5, p3. Row 5: p8, *(k1, lift running thread between next two sts to left needle, and purl) twice, k1, p2, inc in next, p3; rep from * to last 8 sts, p8. Row 6: p3, k5, *(p1, k1) 3 times, k6; rep from *, end k4, p3. Row 7: p8, *k1, inc in next, k1, inc in next, p3,... See less

Added on 06/07/09

I think few things are as cute as knitted baby pants. I don't know why, but it gets me every time. Maybe it's because it seems like an old-fashioned aesthetic, a harkening back. Maybe it's just those short little legs. | Materials: • Lamb's Pride... See more

I think few things are as cute as knitted baby pants. I don't know why, but it gets me every time. Maybe it's because it seems like an old-fashioned aesthetic, a harkening back. Maybe it's just those short little legs. | Materials: • Lamb's Pride Superwash by Brown Sheep (100% Wool; 110g = 200 yds) 1 (2, 2, 2) balls (main color), 1 ball each of 2 contrast colors. Shown in main color = SW04 Charcoal Heather, contrast color 1 = SW125 Lemon Ice, contrast color 2 = SW43 Romantic Ruby • Two size 6 circular needles of any length (or one 16- or 24-inch long circular needle and one set of double pointed needles) or size to obtain gauge † •Two circular needles two sizes smaller (or one 16- or 24-inch long circular needle and one set of double pointed needles) † † NOTE: Use larger needles to match gauge for the body and needles two sizes smaller for the ribbing • Darning needle • 2 feet of 0.5-inch-wide elastic for waistband • Scrap yarn or other circular stitch holder Gauge: • 20 stitches and... See less

Added on 06/07/09

Difficulty Level: Experienced Materials: White Sport Weight Yarn, size 3 and 6 (U.S.) needles, size 6 circular needle – 24 inches, set of size 6 double pointed needles, 4 small buttons, 10 sew-on snaps. Gauge: 5 ½ sts/inch in stockinette stitch. Leaf... See more

Difficulty Level: Experienced Materials: White Sport Weight Yarn, size 3 and 6 (U.S.) needles, size 6 circular needle – 24 inches, set of size 6 double pointed needles, 4 small buttons, 10 sew-on snaps. Gauge: 5 ½ sts/inch in stockinette stitch. Leaf Pattern: Row 1: knit Row 2: purl Row 3: (k4, p4) across. Row 4: (k3, p4, k1) across. Row 5: (p2, k4, p2) across. Row 6: (k1, p4, k3) across. Row 7: (k3, p4, k1) across. Row 8: (p2, k4, p2) across. Row 9: (k1, p4, k3) across. Row 10: (p4, k4) across. Rows 11: knit Rows 12, 13, 14: purl Directions: Pants: With smaller needles, cast on 35 sts loosely. Work in rib as follows: Row 1(right side): (k1-b, p1) across. Row 2: (k1, p1-b) across. Repeat rows 1 and 2 till ribbing measures 1 inch. On next row, increase in all but first and last sts (68 sts). Change to larger needles. Purl next row. Work 5 more rows st st, inc 1 st each side of every right side row. Begin Leaf Pattern, continuing to inc 1 st each side of every right side row. After Leaf... See less

Added on 06/07/09

These are so cute. I'm going to make them to fit a chubby 1 year old :) These are so cute. I'm going to make them to fit a chubby 1 year old :)

These are so cute. I'm going to make them to fit a chubby 1 year old :) These are so cute. I'm going to make them to fit a chubby 1 year old :) See less

Added on 06/07/09

baby bell bottoms I love cute little baby pants! After searching for the perfect pattern, I decided to sketch out the pants I really wanted to make and whip up a pattern of my own. The garter stitch border at the bottom accentuates the slight bell... See more

baby bell bottoms I love cute little baby pants! After searching for the perfect pattern, I decided to sketch out the pants I really wanted to make and whip up a pattern of my own. The garter stitch border at the bottom accentuates the slight bell shaping and the elastic at the waist helps keep the pants up. The yarn is the wonderfully soft and affordable Shine Sport from Knitpicks. Size newborn (6 mo, 12 mo, 18 mo, 24 mo) Measurements waist: approx. 17 (18, 19 1/2, 21, 22)" (adjustable with elastic) inseam: 6 (7, 8, 9 1/2, 11)" length: 11 (12 1/2, 14, 16, 18 1/2)" Materials - 2 (3, 3, 4, 4) skeins Knitpicks Shine Sport - size US6 circular needles - stitch markers - tapestry needle for weaving in ends - 17 - 24" of 1/2" elastic waist band Gauge 5 3/4 sts. and 8 rows = 1" sq. Instructions Leg: Cast on 60 (64, 68, 72, 78) stitches. Work 15 rows of garter stitch (knit every row). Switch to stockinette stitch and work decrease row as follows: Decrease Row: K2, K2tog, k to last 4 stitches,... See less

Added on 06/07/09

Changing to the 16 inch US #3 needle, work the 1 x 1 rib in the following stripe pattern (starting from the bottom): Note: I carried the cream color up the inside of the bloomers and the yellow from the first stripe to the second, but, otherwise, I... See more

Changing to the 16 inch US #3 needle, work the 1 x 1 rib in the following stripe pattern (starting from the bottom): Note: I carried the cream color up the inside of the bloomers and the yellow from the first stripe to the second, but, otherwise, I cut the tails of each color when I finished its stripe. Repeat the whole pattern 1 more time, and then work three more rounds with Color A. See less

Added on 06/07/09

[Knitty's list of standard abbreviations and techniques can be found here]. | This pattern is written for knitting in the round on 2 circular needles. If you prefer, it can be started using double-point needles, or using one long circular needle and... See more

[Knitty's list of standard abbreviations and techniques can be found here]. | This pattern is written for knitting in the round on 2 circular needles. If you prefer, it can be started using double-point needles, or using one long circular needle and the Magic Loop method. However, as work progresses, it will be necessary to use two long circulars to accommodate the large number of sts. Don’t be alarmed when the blanket comes off the needles looking all wonky. It will require fairly severe blocking to achieve its square shape. Information about blocking can be found here and here. See less

Added on 06/07/09

Size 9 needles Cotton heavy worsted weight yarn ½ to 5/8 inch button | Gauge: 4 sts/inch | Cast on 25 stitches Knit every row until bib is square (about 6 inches--these shrink a bit) you can knit an extra inch or so to compensate for this Cast... See more

Size 9 needles Cotton heavy worsted weight yarn ½ to 5/8 inch button | Gauge: 4 sts/inch | Cast on 25 stitches Knit every row until bib is square (about 6 inches--these shrink a bit) you can knit an extra inch or so to compensate for this Cast off/bind off 20 stitches Knit every row until strap is 7-8 inches long from cast off edge Buttonhole row: Knit two stitches, yarn over, knit two together, knit one Knit until 3 ridges show after buttonhole (5 rows) Repeat buttonhole row Knit until 3 ridges show after buttonhole (5 rows) Repeat buttonhole row Knit until 3 ridges show after buttonhole (5 rows) Bind off remaining stitches Sew button on the base of the bib on the side opposite the strap Pattern Note: The pattern assumes you use Sugar n Cream or Peaches n Cream or Lion Cotton they will knit to this gauge; with Sugar Babies yarn, I use size 8 needles, cast on 27 sts instead of 25, knit until square, bind off so that 5 sts are left and otherwise follow the pattern above; for Aunt... See less

Added on 06/07/09

Baby Bib Convert this pattern to knit This Bib can be made with the following: The Famous "PURITAN" CROCHET COTTON, Article 40 or "DE LUXE" Quality CROCHET COTTON, Article 346 1 ball White or color desired and "STAR" SIX STRAND EMBROIDERY COTTON,... See more

Baby Bib Convert this pattern to knit This Bib can be made with the following: The Famous "PURITAN" CROCHET COTTON, Article 40 or "DE LUXE" Quality CROCHET COTTON, Article 346 1 ball White or color desired and "STAR" SIX STRAND EMBROIDERY COTTON, Article 50 1 skein each Pink and Blue. Steel crochet hook No. 5. 1st Row. Ch 84, 1 sc in 2nd st from hook, 1 sc in each remaining st of ch, ch 1, turn. Next Row. 1 sc in each of the next 5 sc, * 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 5 sc, repeat from * across Row (96 sc), ch 1, turn. Next 3 Rows. 1 sc in each sc, ch 1 to turn each Row. Next Row. 1 sc in each of next 9 sc, * 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 6 sc, repeat from * across Row to within last 10 sts, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each remaining 9 sc (108 sc), ch 1, turn. Work 3 rows even. Next Row. 1 sc in each of next 4 sc, * 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each of next 8 sc, repeat from * across Row to within last 5 sts, 2 sc in next sc, 1 sc in each remaining 4 sc (120 sc), ch 1, turn.... See less

Added on 06/07/09

Pictures courtesy Bonnie Evans Materials: Yarn: It can be either a bulky weight, worsted weight, or double knit weight. Needles: Size to work with your yarn. Both double points and a circular. Pattern: Cast on 5 stitches, knit around. Place a marker... See more

Pictures courtesy Bonnie Evans Materials: Yarn: It can be either a bulky weight, worsted weight, or double knit weight. Needles: Size to work with your yarn. Both double points and a circular. Pattern: Cast on 5 stitches, knit around. Place a marker to mark the beginning of the round. Next round, make 1 stitch in each stitch (10 stitches). Round 5: *k1, yo* around to marker. (20 stitches). Round 6: knit Round 7: *k2, yo* around to marker. Round 8: knit Round 9: *k3, yo* around to marker. Round 10: knit Continue this pattern of adding a stitch in each section- there are 10 sections, 10 more stitches. When needed, switch from using the double points to a circular needle. When the blanket has reached the desired diameter, cast/bind off. Now your blanket is complete, unless you want to embellish it with an edging. Now for your edging: You can add fringes or tassels or even pom-poms. Or, for those handy with a crochet hook, you can crochet a bit of a lace edge around. (I knit my first one... See less

Added on 03/07/09

1. Cut two pieces of batting in 3" x 6" rectangles. 2. Place the rectangles on the foam ball so that their interlocking fit resembles the two pieces of a baseball cover that is sewn together. 3. Pin the batting in place and trim the corners of the... See more

1. Cut two pieces of batting in 3" x 6" rectangles. 2. Place the rectangles on the foam ball so that their interlocking fit resembles the two pieces of a baseball cover that is sewn together. 3. Pin the batting in place and trim the corners of the rectangular pieces (figure A). 4. Randomly wrap enough colored yarn around the ball to cover the white color of the batting (figure A). Remove the pins. 5. Wrap random colors of sewing thread around the ball to cover the yarn. Stitch the ends of the thread into the ball. 6. Visually divide the ball into North and South hemispheres (figure B). Measuring is the key to successfully dividing the ball. Anywhere on the ball, place a white pin on the spot where you want the North Pole to be. 7. Use the white pin at the North Pole to attach the end of a paper strip, folded to a 3/8-inch width, to the ball. 8. Wrap the paper strip around the middle of the ball so that the strip passes over the South Pole and ends at the North Pole (figure C). To... See less

Added on 10/03/08

I moved to Arizona two years ago with crates full of shoes - heels, sneakers, boots. They all remain in the back of my closet, untouched and unloved. I do occasionally bring out the black cotton Mary Janes or shiny embroidered Chinese slippers, but... See more

I moved to Arizona two years ago with crates full of shoes - heels, sneakers, boots. They all remain in the back of my closet, untouched and unloved. I do occasionally bring out the black cotton Mary Janes or shiny embroidered Chinese slippers, but usually I blend in with the rest of my new neighbors. Flip flops (a.k.a. thongs or house shoes, depending on where you live) are as basic and as necessary as sunblock and dark sunglasses in Arizona. For men and women alike, flip flops are acceptable, expected footwear in ninety percent of the social situations in the desert. Unless you are heading to the golf course, an executive board meeting, or to work in a restaurant kitchen, you are probably sliding on your current favorite pair of flip flops as you head out the door. For the most part, I like this laid back, practical approach. I could do without seeing my children’s grimy feet, however. Lily especially has a way of attracting more than her fair share of Valley dust, and I outfit her... See less

Added on 01/24/09

Bag measures approximately 11" wide x 8" high. MODA DEA® "Vision™": 3.5 Ounces (or 1 ball) No. 2930 Karma CA and 1.25 ounces (or 1 ball) No. 2940 Blue Moon CB. Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm [US 8]. Yarn needle. BAG FRONT & BACK (Alike): With... See more

Bag measures approximately 11" wide x 8" high. MODA DEA® "Vision™": 3.5 Ounces (or 1 ball) No. 2930 Karma CA and 1.25 ounces (or 1 ball) No. 2940 Blue Moon CB. Knitting Needles: 4.5mm [US 7] and 5mm [US 8]. Yarn needle. BAG FRONT & BACK (Alike): With larger needles and CA, cast on 55 sts. Row 1 (Right Side): Knit. Row 2: P1, * K1, P1; rep from * across. Rep Rows 1 and 2 for pattern until 6 3/4" from beginning, end by working Row 2 AND decrease 6 sts evenly spaced across last row – 49 sts. Change to smaller needles and Knit 5 rows. Divide for Handle: K17, bind off 15 sts, K to end. Next Row: K 17, turn, cast on 15 sts, turn, K to end – 49 sts. Knit 3 rows even. Bind off in K. FLOWERS (Make 3) With larger needles and CB, cast on 55 sts. Rows 1, 3, and 5 (Right Side): Knit. Rows 2, 4, and 6: Purl. Row 7: * K5, twist all the sts on the left needle toward you in a complete circle around the needle so that the fabric between the needles becomes twisted; rep from * to last 5 sts; K5. The... See less

Added on 09/29/08

Cast on 50 sts using 3.25mm (US #4) needles. Commencing with a purl row work 2 rows in reverse stocking stitch. Change to 5mm (US #7) needles. Next row(RS): *Yrn, P2tog, rep from * to end. This row forms pattern. Continue until work is 60 inches... See more

Cast on 50 sts using 3.25mm (US #4) needles. Commencing with a purl row work 2 rows in reverse stocking stitch. Change to 5mm (US #7) needles. Next row(RS): *Yrn, P2tog, rep from * to end. This row forms pattern. Continue until work is 60 inches (153cm) or required length, ending with a WS row. Change to 3.25mm (US #4) needles Commencing with a purl row, work 2 rows in reverse stocking stitch. Cast off. Cuffs (if preferred the cuffs can be knitted using DPNs in the round) Using 3.25mm (US #4) needles pick up 50 sts along cast off edge. Next row: (k1, p1) rep across row, AT SAME TIME, increasing 10 sts evenly across row. (60 sts) Continue working in 1x1 rib until 30 rows have been worked. Cast off in rib. Repeat at cast on edge. See less

Added on 10/06/08

Cast on 32 sts and work base triangles as follows: * K1, turn, P1, turn K2, turn, P2, turn K3, turn, P3, turn Continue in this manner until you reach K8, do not turn. Repeat from * three times more. Entrelac Row 2: (End triangle with WS facing) P1,... See more

Cast on 32 sts and work base triangles as follows: * K1, turn, P1, turn K2, turn, P2, turn K3, turn, P3, turn Continue in this manner until you reach K8, do not turn. Repeat from * three times more. Entrelac Row 2: (End triangle with WS facing) P1, turn, inc in this st knitways, turn P1, P2tog, turn, inc in first st, K1, turn P2, P2tog, turn, K1, inc in next st, K1, turn P3, P2tog, turn, K2, inc in next st, K1, turn P4, P2tog, turn, K3, inc in next st, K1, turn Continue in this manner until you reach P7, P2tog, do not turn (Full entrelac with WS facing) * Pick up 8 sts purlways along the edge of the triangle/rectangle directly underneath and work as follows: 1st row: Knit, turn 2nd row: P7, P2tog, turn Repeat these 2 rows 8 times but do not turn after the last purl row. Repeat from * twice more, then work the end triangle in the following manner: (End triangle with WS facing) Pick up 8 sts purlways, turn K8, turn P6, P2tog, turn, K7, turn P5, P2tog, turn, K6, turn P4 P2tog, turn, K5,... See less

Added on 09/27/08

My friend Uslan is a snappy dresser, but he never wears a proper coat. I worry for his chattering teeth and decided a scarf would do him good. During the cold months, wrapping something round your neck adds warmth to the whole thick coat and mittens... See more

My friend Uslan is a snappy dresser, but he never wears a proper coat. I worry for his chattering teeth and decided a scarf would do him good. During the cold months, wrapping something round your neck adds warmth to the whole thick coat and mittens getup -- likewise, come spring, it can make up for the lack of proper thermal underpants. As all good online knitters know, a clapotis isn't just for Christmas. "Cast ne'er a clout till May be out,"* as the Grannies do say. Exchequered was inspired by the patterns windows make on the sides of office blocks at night; irregular patches of yellow where people have left the light on or are working late. This irregularity makes it perfect for knitters who tend to get bored working the same pattern again and again (and so normally shun scarves for more varied projects like socks). The pattern is designed as an introduction to double knitting and it's nothing if not adaptable. I think a variegated yarn would work well; my 'to knit' list currently... See less

Added on 08/04/09

Pattern instructions free download below. Lace patterns like Feather and Fan, knit on larger needles, show off brushed yarns like Suri Dream to their best advantage. The lacy holes give this throw a delicate look and provide the fibers plenty of room... See more

Pattern instructions free download below. Lace patterns like Feather and Fan, knit on larger needles, show off brushed yarns like Suri Dream to their best advantage. The lacy holes give this throw a delicate look and provide the fibers plenty of room to take advantage of their insulating properties. Shown here in Lilac. See less

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Added on 07/12/09

This pattern is copyright Yarn Forward Inc and may not be sold, used for commercial purposes, or futher distributed without the written consent of Yarn Forward Inc. This knitted lace doily is ideal for a table centre. It is knit in the round using a... See more

This pattern is copyright Yarn Forward Inc and may not be sold, used for commercial purposes, or futher distributed without the written consent of Yarn Forward Inc. This knitted lace doily is ideal for a table centre. It is knit in the round using a crochet cotton. The finished doily is about 38 cm. (15 inches) across. ABBREVIATIONS: cm = centimetre(s) dec = decrease g = gram(s) in = inch(es) inc = increase k or K = knit m or M = make mm = millimetre(s) p or P = purl patt = pattern psso = pass slip stitch over rep = repeat sl = slip st(s) = stitch(es) tog = together yf = yarn forward yon = yarn over needle Special abbreviations for this pattern M.1 = Make 1 st by winding the yarn round the needle once. K.2 tog.b. = Knit 2 together into the back of the stitch. K.1b = Knit one into the back of the stitch. MATERIALS: 2 balls of Patons Opera 20 crochet cotton. One set four double pointed 2mm. (US 0) knitting needles. One 2mm. (US 0) 80 cm circular needle. One crochet hook size 1.25 mm... See less

Added on 07/12/09

Materials: 2 ozs crepe crochet silk 6 no 10 (3.25mm) double pointed knitting needles Abbreviations: k = knit p = purl yo = yarn over tog = together Diameter: 21 ins, (from ends of petals) Method: Cast on 12 stitches, 3 on each of 4 needles. Knit into... See more

Materials: 2 ozs crepe crochet silk 6 no 10 (3.25mm) double pointed knitting needles Abbreviations: k = knit p = purl yo = yarn over tog = together Diameter: 21 ins, (from ends of petals) Method: Cast on 12 stitches, 3 on each of 4 needles. Knit into the back of the cast on stitches, closing up the round. Round 1: yo, k1. Repeat to end of round. Round 2: p1, k1. Repeat to end of round. Round 3: yo, p1, k1. Repeat to end of round. Round 4: k1, p1, k1. Repeat to end of round. Round 5: yo, k1, p1, k1. Repeat to end of round Round 6: p1, k1. Repeat to end. Round 7: yo, (p1, k1) twice. Repeat to end. Round 8: k1, (p1, k1) twice. Repeat to end. Round 9: yo, k1, (p1, k1) twice. Repeat to end. Round 10: pl, k1. Repeat to end of round. Continue thus in ribbing, until you have 25 stitches between yarn overs. After the final increasing, work one round in ribbing (as round l0.) Then work the petals thus: Row 1: yo, k2 tog, (p1, k1) five times, p3tog, (k1, p1) five times, k1; now turn, and using... See less

Added on 07/12/09

A SCALLOPED FRINGE OR BORDER From the Handbook of Needlework, 1842 Cast on nine stitches. First row - slip one; knit one; bring the cotton forward, knit two together three times; bring the cotton forward, knit one. Second row - plain knitting. Repeat... See more

A SCALLOPED FRINGE OR BORDER From the Handbook of Needlework, 1842 Cast on nine stitches. First row - slip one; knit one; bring the cotton forward, knit two together three times; bring the cotton forward, knit one. Second row - plain knitting. Repeat these two rows nine times, plain knitting the additional stitches. Knit three plain rows, ending at the point; the middle one of these will form the first half of the scallop. Make the other half of the scallop decreasing thus: - First row - slip one; knit two together; bring the cotton forward, knit two together four times; knit seven. Second row - plain knitting. Repeat these two rows alternately, until reduced to ten stitches. Bring the cotton forward, knit two together three times; when there will be the same number of stitches as at the commencement of the scallop. Knit three plain rows. Commence another scallop as before. See less