Ice Cream Pint Cozys

Happy Memorial Day! It's officially summertime and ice cream is a plenty. This project is a great way to use your scrap wool yarn. (because you'll be felting!) You have time to whip up some red, white and blue ones for the 4th of July!

Size
To fit a Ben and Jerry’s pint, other pints may vary slightly: 10" bottom circumference, 11.25" top circumference and 2¾–3" tall.
Materials:
Yarn-Pick Up Sticks “small balls” of wool yarn- Two 65 yd
balls will yield two cozies! Or 65 yds of any other combo of wool yarn.
Colors
• Neapolitan Dynamite: chocolate, cream and hot pink
• Cherry Garcia: cream and red
• Americone Dream: chocolate and moss

Pints 2 or more Ben and Jerry’s pint-sized Ice Creams, 1 to shape the cozies, 1 to eat; see note.
Note: the pints need to be full, an empty pint container will collapse under the pressure of a damp cozy.
Needles- #10 –11 US circular needle 16" OR 36" using magic loop method.

Gauge
Felted: approx 9 sts and 19 rows = 2" square (pre-felted gauge is unimportant).

Directions
Note: Cozy is worked from top down so start with top color!
CO 52 sts, join being careful not to twist and work 4 rnds of garter st. Switch to St st and in the 2nd rnd of St st dec as follows:
[k 11, k2tog] four times; 48 sts.

Cont in St st and in 14th rnd work dec as follows:
[k10, k2tog] four times; 44 sts.
Cont in St st until the last 4 rnds; work 4 rnds garter st, BO in last rnd. If working a one color cozy, a total of 28 rnds should be worked to get a 2¾–3" tall cozy.

Color sequences of samples
Neapolitan Dynamite
9 rnds each of hot pink, cream and chocolate Cherry Garcia
[4 rnds red, 4 rnds cream] repeat 3 times, end 4 rnds red.
Americone Dream
10 rnds moss, 18 rnds chocolate

Once felted, turn your pint upside down and force the cozy over the pint. Once shaped you can pull it back off and allow to dry...or flip rightside up, open pint and reward yourself!

Herringbone Belt

A knitted belt is totally hip! Depending on your yarn choice, you could have the vintage look or the chic look!


Size
Width: 1.75 inches (4.4cm)
Length: 34 inches (86.5cm), not including fringe


Materials:
Yarn: Worsted weight yarn, about 120 yards (110m)
We used: Berroco Suede Tri-Color (100% nylon; 120 yards [111m] per 50g ball): #3797 Django, 1 ball
Needles: US size 8 (5mm)
Notions: Size H/8 (5mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle

Gauge
24 stitches and 55 rows=4" (10cm) in pattern
Note: All stitches are slipped purlwise.

Making the Belt
With crochet hook and tapestry needle, cast on 204 stitches using the crochet chain cast-on method.
Row 1 (right side): Slip 1 with yarn in front, with yarn in back knit 2, *slip 2 with yarn in front, with yarn in back knit 2; repeat from * until 1 stitch remains, knit 1.
Row 2: Slip 1 with yarn in front, purl 1, *slip 2 with yarn in back, with yarn in front purl 2; repeat from * until 2 stitches remain, purl 1, with yarn in back knit 1.
Row 3: Slip 3 with yarn in front, *with yarn in back knit 2, slip 2 with yarn in front; repeat from * until 1 stitch remains, with yarn in back knit 1.
Row 4: Slip 1 with yarn in front, purl 3, *slip 2 with yarn in back, purl 2; repeat from * until 4 stitches remain, slip 2 with yarn in back, with yarn in front purl 1, knit 1.
Rows 5-12: Repeat rows 1-4 twice.
Row 13: Slip 3 with yarn in front, *with yarn in back knit 2, slip 2 with yarn in front; repeat from * until 1 stitch remains, with yarn in back knit 1.
Row 14: Slip 1 with yarn in front, purl 1, *slip 2 with yarn in back, with yarn in front purl 2; repeat from * until 2 stitches remain, purl 1, with yarn in back knit 1.
Row 15: Slip 1 with yarn in front, with yarn in back knit 2, *slip 2 with yarn in front, with yarn in back knit 2; repeat from * until 1 stitch remains, knit 1.
Row 16: Slip 1 with yarn in front, purl 3, *slip 2 with yarn in back, with yarn in front purl 2; repeat from * until 4 stitches remain, slip 2 with yarn in back, with yarn in front purl 1, with yarn in back knit 1.
Rows 17-20: Repeat rows 13-16.
Rows 21-23: Repeat rows 13-15.
Bind off while working row 16.
Weave in loose ends.

Make the Fringe
Make 14 fringes as follows: Cut fourteen 24" (61cm) strands of yarn. Place belt flat on table with right side facing. Beginning at one of the short edges, *insert crochet hook from back to front into the edge of the belt. Fold one strand in half and hold cut ends together to create a loop. Place loop on hook and pull it halfway through the knitted piece. With hook still in place, pull cut ends of fringe through the loop to make knot. Pull fringe ends to tighten. Repeat from * 6 more times, spacing fringe evenly along belt's edge. Repeat fringing at opposite end of belt. Trim all fringes to 11" (28cm) in length.

Double Yarn Winter Hat

For those in extreme winter climates, you will love this hat to keep you nice and warm!...Or if you want to make a great gift for your Northern Climate friends and family!
SIZE: One Size
Circumference 21 in. (53 cm)
Hat will stretch to fit a range of sizes.

MATERIALS
• 860-127 Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Yarn: Espresso 2 Balls (A)
• 861-134 Lion Brand Vanna's Glamour: Copper 3 Balls (B)
• Knitting Needles- Size 13 [9 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needle

GAUGE:
9 sts + 12 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in Stockinette st (k on RS, p on WS) with 1 strand of A and 3 strands of B held tog.
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you
less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
NOTES:
1) Hat is knit with 1 strand of A and 3 strands of B held tog.
2) Hat and lining are made in one piece, then lining is folded to inside of Hat.
kfb knit into front and back of next st (1 st increased).

HAT
With 1 strand of A and 3 strands of B held tog, beginning at crown, cast on 6 sts.
Row 1 (RS): Kfb in each st around - 12 sts.
Rows 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12: Purl.
Row 3: *K1, kfb; rep from * across row - 18 sts.
Row 5: *K2, kfb; rep from * across row - 24 sts.
Row 7: *K3, kfb; rep from * across row - 30 sts.
Row 9: *K4, kfb; rep from * across row - 36 sts.
Row 11: *K5, kfb; rep from * across row - 42 sts.
Row 13: *K6, kfb; rep from * across row - 48 sts.
Next Row: *K1, p1; rep from * across row.
Next Row (RS): K the knit sts, p the purl sts.
Rep last 2 rows until piece measures about 22 in. (56 cm), end with a WS row.

Shape Lining
Row 1: *K6, k2tog, rep from * across row - 42 sts.
Row 2 and all WS Rows: Knit.
Row 3: *K5, k2tog, rep from * across row - 36 sts.
Row 5: *K4, k2tog, rep from * across row - 30 sts.
Row 7: *K3, k2tog, rep from * across row - 24 sts.
Row 9: *K2, k2tog, rep from * across row - 18 sts.
Row 11: *K1, k2tog, rep from * across row - 12 sts.
Row 13: *K2tog, rep from * across row - 6 sts.
Cut yarn leaving a long tail.
Thread tail through remaining sts, pull tightly tog, and fasten off.

FINISHING
Sew seam. Fold lining to inside of Hat. Sew Hat and lining tog at crown. Weave in ends.

Dusty Night Scarf

A lace stitch makes this little scarf light and airy and gives your outfit and finished look.
SIZE: One Size
About 5 1/2 x 63 in. (14 x 160 cm)

MATERIALS
• 485-108 Lion Brand LB Collection Wool Stainless Steel: Dusty Blue
2 Balls
• Lion Brand Knitting Needles- Size 5 [3.75 mm]
• Large-Eyed Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
23 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st (k on RS, p on WS) with 2 strands of yarn held together. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
sk2p Slip 1 as if to knit, knit 2 together, pass slipped stitch over—2 sts decreased.
PATTERN STITCH
Lace Stitch (multiple of 6 sts + 2)
Rows 1 and 3 (WS): Purl.
Row 2: K1, *k3, yo, sk2p, yo; rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 4: K1, *yo, sk2p, yo, k3; rep from * to last st, k1.
Rep Rows 1-4 for Lace st.

SCARF
With 2 strands of yarn held together, cast on 32 sts.
St st Section: Beginning with a WS row, work in St st (k on RS, p on WS) for 3 in. (7.5 cm), end with a RS row.
Lace Section: Change to Lace st and work for 3 in. (7.5 cm), end with Row 4 (RS).
Rep St st and Lace Sections for a total of 10 times, then rep St st Section once more. Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Big Stitch Pillow

What fun to knit up a couple of big stitch pillows. Get your giant needles out and start knitting for your favorite sofa or knitting chair!

Finished Measurements:
13" long x 13" wide, square, not including fringe

Yarn:
12o yards of each of the following weights: 2 sport, 1 worsted, and 5 bulky yarns
1- 12" inch square white polyfill pillow
1 pair size 50 US needles
Size N-P/15 US crochet hook
Sewing needle, pins
Several Yards of smooth yarn of a complementary color to sew seams

Gauge:
4 sts x 5 rows= 4" in St st

Pillow:
With all yarns held together, CO 16 stitches
Row 1: (RS) Knit. Work even in St st until piece measures 12 inches, end after WS row. Work 2 rows in Garter St.
Next Row: (RS) Knit. Work even in St st until piece measures 26 inches from CO, ending on a WS row. BO all sts loosely.

Finishing:
Pin cushion cover in place around pillow form. Woith sewing needle and smooth yarn and with RS facing, sew side and bottom seams around pillow form, removing pins as seams are complete. Eave in ends.

Fringe:
Using yarns for pillow, cut fringe into 8 inch lengths. Insert crochet hook through both layers of fabric, and with 1-2 sstrands of yarn, drape strand(s) evenly in notch of hook and pull through. Cont around until completed.

Carry Bag

An easy fast and fun bag to knit. Carry all your goodies in it!

One size
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approximately 8” wide x 7½” high (Not including Twisted Cord)

MATERIALS
1 Hank each BERROCO WEEKEND (100 grs), #5943 Mariana Blue (A), #5941 Sea Glass (B) and #5948 Nectarine (C)
Straight knitting needles, size 11 (8.00 mm) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE GAUGE

12 sts = 4”; 15 rows = 4” in St st with 1 strand each of A and B held together
TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

BAG
With straight needles, using 1 strand each of A and B held together, cast on 25 sts. Knit 12 rows. Work even in St st for 12 rows, end with a purl row. Knit 24 rows. Work even in St st for 12 rows, end with a purl row.
Knit 12 rows. Bind off.

FINISHING
Fold bag in half widthwise along the center of the 24 knit rows in center. Sew the side seams together.
Twisted Cord: Cut five 210” long strands each of A, B and C (15 strands in all). Put all strands together, then fold in half. Tie the ends together in a knot. Slip the center of the strands over a hook and pull the strands tight. Slip a pencil through the knotted end and twist until the cord formed by the strands is so tight that you can’t twist any more and the cord starts to double back on itself. Put 2 finger in the center of the cord and carefully fold it in half towards the end on the hook. Let the 2 ends of the cord twist together. Remove from hook and knot both ends, leaving 3” free for the tassel at each end. Starting with one knot at the folded bottom edge of the bag, sew the cord to the side edge of bag up to the open top edge.

Repeat with the other end of the cord and the other side of bag. This leaves the center section of the cord free for a strap.

Sock Yarn Striped Scarf

If you are living in the southern areas of the world and your winters just aren't like Chicago or Norway, you still may need a scarf to keep you warm. Moving to Texas, I have stopped using big bulky wool yarn, (unless knitting something for my Northern friends!) I've switched to knitting with sock yarn, still getting the warmth, but without the bulk! And have you seen the sock yarns lately??? They are amazing and popping with all kinds of color!


SIZE: One Size
About 13 x 140 in. (33 x 355.5 cm)
CORRECTIONS: None as of May 11, 2010. To check for later updates, click here.

MATERIALS
• 240-133 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Circus Peanut 1 Ball (A)
• 240-202 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Taffy 1 Ball (B)
• 240-139 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Lollipop 1 Ball (C)
• 240-174 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Green Apple 1 Ball (D)
• 240-203 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Red Hots 1 Ball (E)
• 240-138 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Grape Soda 1 Ball (F)
• 240-178 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Snow Cone 1 Ball (G)
• 240-206 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Sour Ball 1 Ball (H)
• 240-126 Lion Brand Sock-Ease Yarn: Root Beer 1 Ball (I)
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)
• Additional Materials
Knitting needles size 3 (3.25 mm)

GAUGE:
26 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st (k on RS, p on WS). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.
When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

NOTES:
Scarf edges are designed to roll to wrong side of scarf.
STRIPE SEQUENCE *Work 50 rows with A, 40 rows with B, 20 rows with C, 50 rows with D, 50 rows with E, 30 rows with F 20 rows with G, 50 rows with H, 40 rows with I, 10 rows with C, 20 rows with H, 30 rows with G; rep from * for Stripe Sequence.

SCARF
Cast on 85 sts. Work in St st (k on RS, p on WS) until piece measures about 140 in. (355.5 cm) from beginning. Bind
off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Looped Shoulder Wrap

This wrap is made with Trendsetter Bamboo Yarn, it has a soft silky feel and a sheen that is great for night out on the town!

MATERIALS
• 4 3≤oz/100g skeins (each approx 250yd/229m) of Mondial/Trendsetter Yarns
Bamboo (bamboo)
• One pair size 5 (3.75mm) needles OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
• Size F/5 (3.75mm) crochet hook
• 2 Stitch markers

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
• Length 74"/188cm
•Width 7≤"/19cm

GAUGE
• 20 sts and 28 rows over St st = 4"/10cm using size 5 needles.
TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

STITCH GLOSSARY
Stockinette stitch
Row 1 (RS) Knit.
Row 2 Purl.
Reverse Stockinette stitch
Row 1 (RS) Purl.
Row 2 Knit.

SCARF
With size 5 needle and Bamboo, cast on 36 sts.
Next row (RS) Knit.
Next row (WS) K1 (selvage st), p34, k1 (selvage st).
Cont in St st with selvage sts until piece measures 73"/185cm from cast-on row, end with a RS row.
Turning ridge
Next row (WS) Knit across.
Next row (RS) K1, p34, k1.
Cont in rev St st with selvage sts until piece measures 73"/185cm from turning ridge, end with a RS row.
Bind off.
FINISHING
Fold scarf in half at turning ridge.Working along one side of folded scarf, place a marker through both thicknesses at 3"/7.5cm from turning ridge, another marker at 57"/144.5cm from turning ridge. Sew lengthwise seam between markers. Leave other side of scarf unsewn. Carefully block pieces to prevent rolling. Beg at first seam marker and work 2 rows of sc around 6"/15cm opening. Beg at other seam marker and work 2 rows of sc around entire edge of
scarf. Remove markers.

My Lace Stripe Shawl/Scarf Pattern

I designed this pattern to get the most out of this unique yarn, but it will adapt to other yarns...from cotton to bulky wool!

Size: Depends on yarn and needles you use.

Materials:
1 Skein Schaefer Yarns- Nancy 600 yards, color- Aung San Suu Kyi
1 pair needles US 10.5

Pattern:
Rows 1 and 2: Knit
Row 3: K1, *yo,sl1, k1, yo, psso the knit st and the following yo* repeat from *
Row 4: *P2, drop the yo of preceding row* repeat *, end p1.
Row 5: K2, *yo,sl1, k1, yo, psso the knit st and the following yo* repeat from * end k1.
Row 6: P3, drop the yo of preceding row* repeat from*.
Rows 7 and 8: Knit
Row 9: Knit
Row 10: Purl
Row 11: Knit
Row 12: Purl
Row 13: Knit
Row 14: Purl
Row 15: Knit
Row 16: Purl
Row 17: Knit
Row 18: Purl
Repeat pattern until desired length.

Short Sleeve Cardigan for Summer!

A great flirty swing cardigan for the office or cool summer nights.
SIZES
Directions are for women’s size X-Small. Changes for sizes Small, Medium, Large and X-Large are in parentheses.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust (closed) – 38(42-46-50-54-58)”
Length – 27½(27½-28½-28½-29½-29½)”
Note: This garment was designed with an oversized fit. Please take this into consideration when selecting your size.

MATERIALS
9(10-12-13-14-15) Hanks BERROCO ORIGAMI (50 grs), #4358 Grape Granita
Straight knitting needles, size 9 (5.50 mm) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
1 St marker

GAUGE
17 sts = 4”; 23 rows = 4” in Pat St TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

PATTERN STITCH FOR BACK
Rows 1 and 2: Knit.
Row 3: K12(13-14-15-16-17), * (yo, k1) 12(13-14-15-16-17) times, k12(13-14-15-16-17), rep from * across.
Row 4: Knit, dropping all yo’s.
Rows 5 and 6: Rep Rows 3 and 4.
Rows 7-10: Knit.
Row 11: (Yo, k1) 12(13-14-15-16-17) times, * k12(13-14-15-16-17), (yo, k1) 12(13-14-15-16-17) times, rep from * across.
Row 12: Rep Row 4.
Rows 13 and 14: Rep Rows 11 and 12.
Rows 15 and 16: Knit.

BACK
With straight needles, cast on 86(95-104-110-116-125) sts.
Ribbing: Row 1 (RS): P2, * k1, p2, rep from * across.
Row 2: K2, * p1, k2, rep from * across. Rep these 2 rows until piece measures 2½” from beg, end on WS, dec 0(2-4-3-2-4) sts on last row – 86(93-100-107-114-121) sts. Keeping 1 st at each edge in Garter St and remaining sts in Pat St for Back, work even until piece measures 18(18-18½-18½-19-19)” from beg, end on WS.
Shape Raglan Armholes: Bind off 5(5-6-6-7-7) sts at beg of the next 2 rows – 76(83-88-95-100-107) sts.
Dec 2 sts each side every RS row 0(0-0-2-3-6) times – 76(83-88-87-88-83) sts. Dec 1 st each side every 4th row 6(3-1-0-0-0) times, then every RS row 14(20-25-25-26-23) times, end on WS. Bind off remaining 36(37-36-37-36-37) sts for back neck.

LEFT FRONT
With straight needles, cast on 49(52-58-61-67-70) sts.
Establish Frontband: Row 1 (RS): P2, * k1, p2 rep from * 10(11-13-14-16-17) times more, place marker, sl 1 WYIB, k13.
Row 2: K13, p1, sl marker, k2, * p1, k2, rep from * across. Work even in pat as established until piece measures 2½”, end on WS.
Pattern Stitch for Left Front: Row 1 (RS): K to marker, sl marker, sl 1 WYIB, k13.
Row 2: K13, p1, sl marker, k to end.
Row 3: K1, work Row 3 of Pat St for Back over 24(26-28-30-32-34) sts, k to marker, sl marker, sl 1 WYIB, k13.
Row 4: K13, p1, sl marker, k to end, dropping all yo’s.
Rows 5 and 6: Rep Rows 3 and 4.
Rows 7-10: Keeping 14 sts at front edge in pat as established, knit remaining sts.
Row 11: K1, work Row 11 of Pat St for back over 24(26-28-30-32-34) sts, (yo, k1) 10(11-14-15-16-17) times, k to marker, sl marker, sl 1 WYIB, k13.
Row 12: Rep Row 4.
Rows 13 and 14: Rep Rows 11 and 12.
Rows 15 and 16: Rep Rows 7 and 8. Work even in pat as established until piece measures 18(18-18 1/2-18 1/2-19)” from beg, end on WS.

Shape Raglan Armhole and Neck: Next Row (RS): Bind off 5(5-6-6-7-7), work to 2 sts before marker,k2 tog, sl marker, sl 1 WYIB, k13. Work 1 row even. Dec 2 sts at armhole edge every RS row 0(0-0-4-6-10), dec 1 st at armhole edge every 4th row 3(0-0-0-0-0) times, then dec 1 st at armhole edge every RS row 17(23-26-22-21-17) times. AT THE SAME TIME, dec 1 st before marker every 4th row 1(1-4-1-6-3) times more, then every 6th row 7(7-6-8-5-7) times. When all decs have been completed, work even on 15 sts for neck extension for 7”, end on WS. Bind off.

RIGHT FRONT
Work to correspond to left front, reversing placement of frontband, Pat St and all shaping. Bind off for armhole on WS row. Work neck decs after marker as SSK.

PATTERN STITCH FOR SLEEVES:
Rows 1 and 2: Knit.
Row 3: K16(16-17-17-18-18), (yo, k1) 16(16-17-17-18-18) times, k16(16-17-17-18-18).
Row 4: Knit, dropping all yo’s.
Rows 5 and 6: Rep Rows 3 and 4.
Rows 7-10: Knit.
Row 11: (Yo, k1) 16(16-17-17-18-18) times, k16(16-17-17-18-18), (yo, k1) 16(16-17-17-18-18) times.
Row 12: Rep Row 4.
Rows 13 and 14: Rep Rows 11 and 12.
Rows 15 and 16: Knit.
Rep these 16 rows for Pat St for Sleeves.

LEFT SLEEVE
With straight needles, cast on 47(47-50-50-53-53) sts. Work in ribbing same as back for 1”, end on WS, inc
3 sts evenly across last row – 50(50-53-53-56-56) sts. Keep 1 st at each side in Garter St and remaining sts in Pat St for Sleeves. AT THE SAME TIME, inc 1 st each side EVERY row 1(1-1-3-4-6) times – 52(52-55-59- 64-68) sts. Work even until sleeve measures 3” from beg, end on WS.
Note: Due to the shaping of cap (see schematic), decs are worked at each edge differently from each other.
You must keep track of each edge separately. Please read through this entire section before starting to knit.

Shape Raglan Cap: Bind off 5(5-6-6-7-7) sts at beg of the next 2 rows – 42(42-43-47-50-54) sts. Dec 1 st at beg of RS rows every 4th row 11(11-12-9-10-8) times, then every RS row 4(4-3-9-9-13) times. AT THE SAME TIME, dec 1 st at end of RS rows every 4th row 8(8-11-8-8-6) times, then every RS row 7(7-4-10-11- 15) times. When all decs at end of RS rows have been completed, continue to work decs at beg of RS rows and AT THE SAME TIME, bind off 4(4-5-3-4-4) sts at beg of the next WS row, then 4 sts at beg of the next 2WS rows.

RIGHT SLEEVE
Work to correspond to left sleeve, reversing shaping of raglan cap. Work decs given for beg of RS rows at end of RS rows and decs given for end of RS rows at beg of RS rows. When all decs at beg of RS rows have been completed, continue to work decs at end of RS rows and AT THE SAME TIME, bind off 4(4-5-3-4-4) sts at beg of the next WS row, then 4 sts at beg of the next 2 WS rows.

FINISHING
Sew raglan sleeve caps to raglan armholes. Sew bound-off edges of neck extensions tog. Sew inner edges of neck extensions to top edges of sleeves and back neck edge with seam at center back neck. Sew side and sleeve seams.

Cell Phone Cozy

What better way to protect your cell phone! Whether you have a flip phone or a display window, you can whip this up in no time! They also make fabu gifts!

Size
Blue cozy: 21/2x3 inches (6.5x7.5cm)
Pink cozy: 23/4x33/4 inches (7x9.5 cm)

Gauge
14 stitches=4" (10cm)
Materials:
Yarn: 30 yards (27m) boucle yarn for each cozy- Plymouth Italian Collection Firenze Boucle (30% wool, 30% acrylic, 40% nylon): #442 pink, 1 skein (for pink cozy); #418 blue, 1 skein (for blue cozy)
Needles: US size 7 (41/2mm)
Notions: Tapestry needle; 5/8" (1.5cm) button (for blue cozy); long sewing pins with large colored heads; sewing needle and thread to match; 2 stitch holders; 1/2" (1.3cm) snap (for pink cozy)
Note: Because different models of cell phones have different measurements, adjust the stitch counts accordingly. Use your gauge as a guide.

Blue Cozy
Cast on 8 stitches. Work in stockinette stitch for 7" (18cm).
End with knit row.
Shape the Flap
Row 1: Bind off 1 stitch (space for antenna), purl to end. (7 stitches)
Row 2: Knit.
Rows 3, 5, 7, and 9: Purl.
Row 4: Knit 4, knit 2 together, knit 1. (6 stitches)
Row 6: Knit 3, knit 2 together, knit 1. (5 stitches)
Row 8: Knit 2, knit 2 together, knit 1. (4 stitches)
Row 10: Knit 1, knit 2 together, knit 1. (3 stitches)
Bind off all stitches.

Make Buttonhole Loop:
Cut yarn about 18" (46cm) from last stitch; thread on tapestry needle. Insert needle into beginning stitch of bind-off row and carry the yarn to end stitch of bind-off row (other side of flap), leaving a big-enough loop for button to fit through. Wrap yarn around loop several times to strengthen, and secure yarn by backstitching several times on wrong side of work.

Finishing:
Fold piece in half with right sides together to form the cell phone pocket (don't include the flap). Pin side edges together. With sewing needle and matching thread, whipstitch side seams closed. Remove pins.

Handle:
Cut length of yarn about 36" (90cm) long. Thread tapestry needle and secure 1 end of yarn on inside of side seam, under the top edge. Insert needle through side seam on opposite side, under the top edge, leaving a loop about 13" (33cm) long. Wrap yarn around loop several times to make a stronger handle, then return needle to first seam and secure end by weaving through side seam on wrong side of work. Turn piece to right side.
Attach the Button: Fold flap over top edge of pocket, and match loop with the place to attach button. With sewing needle and thread, stitch button in place. Weave in ends to wrong side of work; secure firmly.

Pink Cozy
Cast on 11 stitches. Work in stockinette stitch for 71/2" (19cm). End with purl row.
Make the Display Window: Knit 3 stitches, bind off 5 stitches, knit to end. (3 stitches on each side of bind-off). Place first set of stitches on holder. Work stockinette stitch over remaining 3 stitches for 1" (2.5cm); end with purl row. Cut yarn, leaving 6" (15cm) tail to secure later. Place stitches on second holder. Slip stitches from first holder onto needle. With wrong side facing, rejoin yarn at beginning of bound-off stitches. Purl 3 stitches. Work even in stockinette stitch for 1" (2.5cm).
Next row: Knit. At end of row, cast on 5 stitches using either knitted cast-on or cable cast-on. Knit stitches from second holder (11 stitches). Work in stockinette stitch for 1" (2.5cm). End with purl row.
Strap:
Next row: (right side) Bind off 3 stitches, knit to end of row. (8 stitches)
Next row: (wrong side) Bind off 4 stitches, purl to end of row. (4 stitches)
Continue working strap on 4 stitches for a total of 5" (12.5cm). Bind off all stitches.

Finishing:
With right sides together, fold cozy in half (don't include strap). Pin side edges together. With sewing needle and thread, whipstitch side seams together. Remove all pins. Turn piece to right side. Sew 1 side of snap on wrong side of strap, about 1/2" (1.3cm) from end. Fold strap in half and, on back side of cozy, mark where to attach other half of snap. Sew snap in place. Weave all yarn ends to wrong side, and secure.

Heartfelt Shawl

Make someone a beautiful prayer shawl.

SIZE: One Size
About 25 x 60 in. (63.5 x 152.5 cm)

MATERIALS
• 790-315 Lion Brand Homespun Yarn: Tudor
3 Balls
• Knitting Needles - Size 10 [6 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)

GAUGE:
10 stitches = 4 in. (10 cm) in Shawl pattern. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you
match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the
materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

SHAWL
Cast on 63 stitches.
Row 1: (Knit 3, purl 3) until the last 3 stitches, knit 3.
Row 2: (Purl 3, knit 3) until the last 3 stitches, purl 3.
Repeat these 2 rows until piece measures about 60 in. (152.5 cm). Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Wide Striped Hat

With this pattern you can choose colors that match your favorite coat, ski sweater or football team! And you can make matching ones for your whole family!

Child 5-6 (Child 9-10, Adult Medium, Adult Large) Finished Circumference 14 1/2 (17, 19 1/2, 22) in. [37 (43, 49.5, 56) cm]

Note: Pattern is written for smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.

MATERIALS
• 620-174 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Avocado 1 Ball (A)
• 620-126 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Chocolate Brown 1 Ball (B)
• 620-123 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Seaspray 1 Ball (C)
• Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)

GAUGE:
18 1/2 sts + 24 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st (knit on RS, purl on WS). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.
When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or
needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
NOTES: Carry unused color along wrong side of work.
STRIPE SEQUENCE
*Work 10 rows each with B, C, and A; rep from * for Stripe Sequence.

CAP
With A, cast on 68 (79, 90, 101) sts. Beg with a WS row, work 12 rows in St st (k on RS, p on WS). Change to B and begin working in
Stripe Sequence, and St st until piece measures about 6 (6 1/2, 7, 8) in. (15 (16.5, 18, 20.5) cm) from beg, end with a WS row (a purl row is the last row you work).

Shape Crown
Row 1 (RS): K1, *k4 (5,6,7), k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 57 (68, 79, 90) sts remain at the end of this row.
Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl.
Row 3: K1, *k3 (4, 5, 6), k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 46 (57, 68, 79) sts.
Row 5: K1, *k2 (3, 4, 5), k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 35 (46, 57, 68) sts.
Row 7: K1, *k1 (2, 3, 4), k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 24 (35, 46, 57) sts.

FOR SIZE CHILD 5-6 ONLY
Row 9: K1, *k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 13 sts.

FOR SIZE CHILD 9-10 ONLY
Row 9: K1, *k1, k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 24 sts.
Row 11: K1, *k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 13 sts.

FOR SIZE ADULT MEDIUM ONLY
Row 9: K1, *k2, k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 35 sts.
Row 11: K1, *k1, k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 24 sts.
Row 13: K1, *k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 13 sts.

FOR SIZE ADULT LARGE ONLY
Row 9: K1, *k3, k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 46 sts.
Row 11: K1, *k2, k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 35 sts.
Row 13: K1, *k1, k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 24 sts.
Row 15: K1, *k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 - 13 sts.

ALL SIZES
Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail through remaining sts, and pull tightly to secure.

FINISHING
Sew back seam. Weave in ends.

Simple Cardigan

A simple cardigan can be your favorite sweater! Once you get this pattern down, try different yarns to make the sweater seasonal. Cool buttons and different textures will make you have lots of favorite sweaters!!! (Always check gauge when using alternative yarns)

SIZE: Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X
Chest Width (before sleeve increases) 40 (44, 48, 52, 56, 60) in. [101.5 (112, 122, 132, 142, 152.5) cm]
Length 24 (24, 25, 25, 26, 26) in. [61 (61, 63.5, 63.5, 66, 66) cm]
Note: Pattern is written for smallest size with changes for larger sizes in parentheses. When only one number
is given, it applies to all sizes. To follow pattern more easily, circle all numbers pertaining to your size before beginning.

MATERIALS
• 860-148 Lion Brand Vanna's Choice® Yarn: Burgundy 8 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13) Balls
• Circular Knitting Needles 29 inches Size 8
• Stitch Holders
• Large-Eyed Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
Six 1 1/8 in. [28 mm] buttons

GAUGE:
16 sts + 32 rows (16 ridges) = 4 in. [10 cm] in garter st. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

CARDIGAN
POCKET LINING (make 2)
Cast on 20 (20, 20, 20, 25, 25) sts. Work back and forth on circular needle in garter st for 5 in. [12.5 cm], end with a WS row.
Place sts on a holder.

BACK
Cast on 80 (88, 96, 104, 112, 120) sts. Work back and forth on circular needle in garter st until piece measures 9 (9, 10, 10, 10, 10) in. [23 (23, 25.5, 25.5, 25.5, 25.5) cm] from beg, end with a WS row.

Shape Sleeves
Inc 1 st at each end of every RS row 20 times –120 (128, 136, 144, 152, 160) sts. Piece should measure about 14 (14, 15, 15, 15, 15) in. [35.5 (35.5, 38, 38, 38, 38) cm] from beg. Inc 1 st at each end of every row 44 (44, 40, 40, 40, 40) times - 208 (216, 216, 224, 232, 240) sts.
Piece should measure about 19 1/2 (19 1/2, 20, 20, 20, 20) in. [49.5 (49.5, 51, 51, 51, 51) cm] from beg.

Cast on 20 (20, 20, 20, 16, 12) sts at beg of next 2 rows for cuffs – 248 (256, 256, 264, 264, 264) sts. Work even until piece measures 4 1/2 (4 1/2, 5, 5, 6, 6) in. [11.5 (11.5, 12.5, 12.5, 15, 15) cm] from cuff cast-on. Bind off all sts.

LEFT FRONT
Cast on 44 (48, 52, 56, 60, 64) sts. Work back and forth on circular needle in garter st until piece measures 6 in. [15 cm] from beg, end with a WS row.

Pocket opening
Next row (RS): K 13 (15, 17, 19, 18, 20) sts, place next 20 (20, 20, 20, 25, 25) sts on a holder, work across 20 (20, 20, 20, 25, 25) pocket lining sts from holder, k rem 11 (13, 15, 17, 17, 19) sts. Cont working back and forth in garter st until piece measures 9 (9, 10, 10, 10, 10) in. [23 (23, 25.5, 25.5, 25.5, 25.5) cm]
from beg.

Shape Sleeve
Inc 1 st at beg of each RS row 20 times – 64 (68, 72, 76, 80, 84) sts. Piece should measure about 14 (14, 15, 15, 15, 15) in. [35.5 (35.5, 38, 38, 38, 38) cm] from beg. Inc 1 st at beg of every RS row and end of every WS row 44 (44, 40, 40, 40, 40) times –108 (112, 112, 116, 120, 124) sts. Piece should measure about
19 1/2 (19 1/2, 20, 20, 20, 20) in. [49.5 (49.5, 51, 51, 51, 51) cm] from beg. Cast on 20 (20, 20, 20, 16, 12) sts at beg of next RS row for cuff –128 (132, 132, 136, 136, 136) sts. Work even in garter st until piece measures 2 (2, 2 1/2, 2 1/2, 3 1/2, 3 1/2) in. [5 (5, 6.5, 6.5, 9, 9) cm] from cuff cast-on, ending with a RS
row.

Shape neck
Bind off 11 (11, 11, 13, 13, 13) sts at beg of next WS row.
Next row (RS): Work even. Bind off at neck edge at beg of every WS row 3 sts twice, then 2 sts 1 (1, 1, 2, 2, 2) times. Work 2 rows even or until piece measures same as Back. Bind off rem sts. Mark position of 6 buttons evenly spaced on Left Front edge with first one 1/2 in. [1.5 cm] above lower edge and last one 1 in. [2.5 cm] below neck edge.

RIGHT FRONT
Work to correspond to Left Front, reversing shaping and working buttonholes by working (yo, k2tog) 3 sts from front edge, opposite marked button positions.

FINISHING
Pocket trim Place sts from holder onto straight needle and work in garter st for 4 rows (2 ridges), binding off all sts on last row. Rep for other pocket. Sew pocket trim sides to Jacket. Sew pocket lining in place on WS of Jacket. Sew shoulder and Sleeve top seam, rev seam for turn-back cuff. Sew side seams leaving 3 in. [7.5
cm] open at lower edge for slits, if desired.

Jacket trim
With RS facing and circular needle, pick up and k 1 st for each ridge along Right Front Jacket edge, around neck edge and down Left Front Jacket edge picking up 1 or 2 extra sts at each neck edge corner. K 1 row.
Bind off. Sew buttons opposite buttonholes. Weave in ends.

Cossack Hat

Fall fashion is showing up in the mags already, ...start knitting to keep up with the designers! This hat is a classic and never goes out of style, no matter what the designers are showing!

One size

SIZE
Approximately 24” around x 8 1/2” high after felting

MATERIALS
3 Hanks BERROCO HIP-HOP (100 grs), #7227 Justus
16” Length circular knitting needle, size 13 OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
1 Set double pointed knitting needles (dpn), size 13
1 St marker

GAUGE
10 sts = 4”; 15 rnds = 4” in St st on size 13 needles before felting
TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

HAT
With circular needle, cast on 80 sts. Join, being careful not to twist sts. Mark for beg of rnd and carry mnrker up. Work even in St st (k EVERY rnd) for 11”.
Note: When decreasing, if there are too few sts to fit comfortably on circular needle, change to dpn’s.
Shape Crown: Dec Rnd 1: * K2, k2 tog, rep from * around – 60 sts. Work 8 rnds even.
Dec Rnd 2: * K1, k2 tog, rep from * around – 40 sts. Work 4 rnds even. Bind off.

FINISHING
Sew top seam. Felt by washing in washing machine with hot water and soap. Check fit often while washing. Shape by hand and allow to air dry.

Knit Something for Mother's Day- Spa Washcloths

You still have time...Make a personal spa basket for mom, include bath products and these hand-knitted cotton washcloths. What a great way to tell mom to take some time for herself!

SIZE: One Size
10 x 12 in. [25 x 30 cm]

MATERIALS
• 760-186 Lion Brand Lion Cotton: Maize 1 Skeins (A)
• 760-123 Lion Brand Lion Cotton: Seaspray 1 Skeins (B)
• Knitting Needles- Size 6 [4.00 mm]

GAUGE:
19 stitches + 24 rows = 4 in. [10 cm] in Washcloth pattern. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

WASHCLOTH
With A, cast on 48 sts.
Row 1: *K 4, p 4, rep from * across.
Row 2: K the knits, p the purls.
Row 3-6: Rep Rows 1-2.
At end of Row 6, change to B.
Row 7-10: With B, rep Rows 1-2.
At end of Row 10, change to A.
Repeat Rows 1-10 (8 times), then Rows 1-6 once more.
Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.