Felted Laptop Sleeve...for School Cool or Office Pool!

A way to show your school colors and protect your prized possession! This easy to knit/ easy to felt laptop sleeve will get you looks from the geeks and the chic's!
Even the office group will be a little jealous!


SIZE: Varies
Pattern fits a laptop 9 inches (22.9 cm ) tall x 12.25 inches (31 cm) wide x 1.25 (3.2 cm) deep. Size is adjustable.

MATERIALS
• 820-099 Lion Brand Lion Wool Yarn: Winter White (or color of choice) 3 Balls (A)
• 820-113 Lion Brand Lion Wool Yarn: Scarlet (or color of choice) 1 Ball (B)
• Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
2 1-inch (2.5 cm) rectangle rings (available at hobby stores in the section of materials for making purses or jewelry)

GAUGE:
22 sts x 28 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in Stockinette stitch 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:
Sizing
Laptops vary quite a lot in size; this pattern can easily be adapted to any size, providing you follow the rules below. Knitting that is being felted shrinks more in the vertical direction than in the horizontal direction. Your piece, before felting, should be 1.5 times as tall as you need on the finished vertical dimension and 1.2 times as wide as needed on the horizontal dimension.
Thus, to fit a laptop that is 9 inches (23 cm) tall, the piece needs to be 9 inches (23 cm) x 1.5 or 13.5 inches (34 cm) deep before felting. If your laptop is 10 inches (25.5 cm), the vertical dimension will be 10 inches (25.5 cm) x 1.5 or 15 inches (38 cm). To fit a laptop that is 12.25 inches (31 cm) wide, the piece needs to be 12.25 inches (31 cm) x 1.2 or about 14.75 (37.5 cm) inches wide before felting. If your laptop is 13 inches (33 cm) wide, the piece will need to be 13 inches (33 cm) x 1.2 or 15.6 inches (84 cm) wide. The final sizing can also be controlled to some extent by how much you felt the piece -- start out gently and then use hotter water and more agitation if the sleeve is too large.


LAPTOP SLEEVE
Front
With A, cast on 80 sts
Beginning with a knit row, work in Stockinette (knit on right side, purl on wrong side) until piece measures 13.5 in. (34.5 cm), end with a right side row. Knit the next (wrong side) row rather than purling it to make a turning ridge where the front folds to become the bottom.) This is the end of the front portion of the sleeve.


Bottom
Work 12 rows in Stockinette stitch, end with a right side row. This is the end of the bottom portion of the sleeve.


Back
Knit the next row rather than purling it. At the end of the row, cast on an additional 10 stitches for a total of 90 sts.
This is the start of one of the side flaps.
Knit the next row and, at the end of the row, cast on an additional 10 stitches for a total of 100 stitches. This is the start of the other side flap.
Continue in Stockinette stitch until the vertical edge of the side pieces measures 13.5 in.(34.5 cm), end with a right side row.
On the next row, bind off the first 10 stitches, then knit to the end of the row rather than purling it -- 90 sts.
On the next row, bind off the first 10 stitches, then knit to the end of the row - 80 sts.
This is the end of the back portion of the sleeve.


Top
Work 12 rows in Stockinette stitch, end with a right side row.
Knit the next (wrong side) row rather than purling it..
This is the end of the top portion of the sleeve


Front Flap
Continue in Stockinette stitch for 6 in. (15 cm), end with a wrong side row.
Next row (knit row): K2tog, knit to last 2 sts; k2tog -- 78 stitches.
Next row (purl row): P2tog, purl to last 2 sts; p2tog -- 76 stitches
Next row (knit row): K2tog, knit to last 2 sts; k2tog -- 74 stitches.
Next row (purl row): P2tog, purl to last 2 sts; p2tog -- 72 stitches
Bind off, weave in ends.


Strap
With B, cast on 72 stitches.
Rows 1-12: Knit
Bind off, weave in ends.


Finishing
Seam front and back at sides, seaming lower edge of front to bound-off sts of back.


Felting
Felting is a process whereby the wool is deliberately handled so that it is matted into a fabric. Wool fibers have scales and are also crimped. When these fibers are wetted and softened and then rubbed together they grab each other and are permanently bound together. This happens when you put a wool item in a washer
and agitate it -- it comes out much smaller and also denser, because the fibers have bound together.
Finished item size depends on how much the piece is felted. Keep in mind that you can always felt more, but once felting is done, it is not reversible. Wash by machine on a hot wash/cold rinse cycle with detergent and several pieces of clothing to agitate. At the end of the wash cycle try the item to see how well it fits. If you
like it, stop! Place it flat to shape and let dry. If it is larger than you want, you can felt it additionally, if you dry by machine on a regular setting until almost dry. Remove from dryer and lie flat to shape. Steam if desired.
If the item is still too large, you can felt it additionally by washing again. Felting is often improved by adding about 1/2 cup baking soda to the wash water to increase the alkalinity.

Assembly
Sew one end of strap at top center of back. Sew the 2 rectangular rings, one above the other, at lower edge of front. Thread free end of strap over one ring and under the other to secure.

Talk to the Hand...at least in the Bath!

What fun!... in the bath, for you or your favorite little person...a Kitty Bath Mitt!

SIZE: One Size
About 7 in. (18 cm).

MATERIALS
• 830-134 Lion Brand New Cotton Ease: Terracotta 1 Ball
• Knitting Needles- Size 6 [4.00 mm]
• Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
• Stitch Holders
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
2 green buttons 1/2 in. (13 mm) diameter for eyes
1 pink button 3/4 in. (19 mm) diameter for nose
Small amount green and gold yarn for mouth and whisker lines

GAUGE:
18 sts + 34 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in Garter st (k every row) using larger needles. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

MITT
With smaller needles, cast on 44 sts. Work in Garter st (k every row) for 1 1/2 in. (4 cm). Change to larger needles and continue to work in Garter st until piece measures 3 1/2 in. (9 cm) from beg.

Shape First Half of Mitt
Next Row: K16, sl rem 28 sts to a stitch holder; turn.
Working on 16 sts only, work even in Garter st for 1 in. (2.5 cm).
Row 1: Inc 1 st at each end of row - 18 sts.
Rows 2-4: Knit.
Row 5: Inc 1 st at each end - 20 sts.
Work even until piece measures 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm) from beg.
Next Row: Decrease 1 st each end of row - 18 sts.
Next Row: Knit.

Shape Ears
Row 1: K8, sl rem 10 sts to stitch holder; turn.
Row 2: Working on 8 sts only, k2tog, k to end of row - 7 sts.
Row 3: Knit.
Rows 4-13: Rep last 2 rows - 2 sts.
Row 14: K2tog - 1 st. Fasten off.
From right side, sl 10 sts from holder back to larger needle. Join yarn, bind off 2 sts and knit to end. Rep Rows 2-14 for second ear. Sl first 12 sts from st holder to a second holder for thumb. Join yarn and work next 16 sts on larger needles for Second Half of Mitt. Work Second Half same as First Half.

Shape Thumb
Sl 12 thumb sts back to larger needle. Rejoin yarn and work in Garter st for 2 in. (5 cm).
Next Row: K2tog across row - 6 sts. Cut yarn, leaving a long end, thread end through rem sts, pull tight and secure. With same end, sew thumb seam.

FINISHING Sew on buttons for nose and eyes. With green, embroider straight st mouth. With gold, embroider straight st whisker lines. Sew seam. Weave in ends.

Look for the bunny bath mitt pattern coming soon!

Ear Flap Hat

A fun winter hat for skiing or just a day of shopping in snow!

Directions are for size Small, Medium and large are in parentheses.
Coats & Clark Red Heart Zoomy: 2 Balls 83yds/76m, col 72
8mm-[11US] 16” circular needle.
8mm-[11US] Double pointed needles.
Yarn needle.
Stitch Holder.

GAUGE: 11 sts = 4”; 20 rows = 4” measured over pat using 11 US needles. CHECK YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needle to obtain the gauge given.

Finished measurements; 17(19,22) “
Note: Note: Divide stitches evenly on double pointed needles when circumference of crown is too small for circular needle.

Chin and Ear Flaps: Cast on 3 sts and work approx 10” of garter st. (Every row knit)Noting first row is r.s.
Increase 1 st each end of next and following r.s. rows
Until there are 9(9, 11) sts ending w.s.
Work 2 rows even on smaller sizes only.
Place sts on holder until other strap is worked.
Knit across 1 ear flap, turn and cast on 12(14, 16) sts for back neck, knit across other ear flap sts, turn and cast on 18(20, 22) sts for front. Place marker before joining taking care not to twist. 48(52, 60) sts.
Rnd 1: Purl
Rnd 2 and all even rnds: Knit
Rep last 2 rnds once more, increasing 0(4, 4) sts evenly over last rnd. 48(56, 64) sts.
Work approx 1” st. st. (every rnd knit)
**Rep rnds 1 and 2 twice
Work approx 1” st. st. **
Rep from ** to ** once more
Decrease Rnd 1: [P6, P2tog] 6(7, 8) times 42(49, 56) sts.
Rnd 2 and all even rnds: Knit.
Rnd 3: [P5, P2tog] 6(7, 8) times 36(42, 48) sts.
Rnd 5: [K4, K2tog] 6(7, 8) times 30(35, 40) sts.
Rnd 7: [K3, K2tog] 6(7, 8) times 24(28, 32) sts.
Rnd 9: [p2, P2tog] 6(7, 8) times 18(21, 24) sts.
Rnd 11: [P1, P2tog] 6(7, 8) times 12(14, 16) sts.
Rnd 13: [K2tog] 6(7, 8) times 6(7, 8) sts.
Rnd 14: Knit.
Cut yarn leaving enough to thread through remaining sts, fasten and secure.

Finishing: Weave in all loose ends.

Make Tassle: Cut approx 30 x 10” lengths of yarn and tie them at the center, wrap approx 1” down from center and secure before attaching to crown of hat.

Mixed Yarn Cowl

Mid-summer?...Yes, but now is the time to knit for fall and winter! What better way to get in the groove than a mixed yarn cowl!


SIZE: One Size
Finished Circumference About 56 in. (142 cm) Finished Height About 19 in. (48.5 cm)

MATERIALS
• 320-134 Lion Brand Fun Fur Yarn: Copper 2 Balls (A)
• 825-204 Lion Brand Amazing Yarn: Mesa 2 Balls (B)
• 450-135 Lion Brand Jiffy Yarn: Rust 2 Balls (C)
• Knitting Needles - Size 10 [6 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
14 sts = about 4 in. (10 cm) in St st (k on RS, p on WS) with C. 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:
1. Cowl in knit as a long strip, then ends are seamed together to form Cowl.
2. Cowl is worked in St st (k on RS, p on WS). Due to the nature of St st, edges of Cowl will roll.

COWL
With B, cast on 67 sts. Work in St st (k on RS, p on WS) in stripe sequence as follows:
*Work 16 rows with B, 18 rows with A, 12 rows with C, 8 rows with B, 10 rows with A, 6 rows with C, 10 rows with B, 6 rows with C; rep from * for stripe sequence.
Work 86 row stripe sequence for a total of 4 times. Bind off, leaving a long yarn tail.

FINISHING
Thread yarn tail into blunt needle and seam ends of piece to make a tube. Weave in ends.

Inez Cardigan

This Cardi is comfy-cozy! It's perfect to keep you warm on a cold autunm night.

SIZE: Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X
Finished Chest 36 1/2 (40, 45 1/2, 48, 51 1/2, 54 1/2) in. (92.5 (101.5, 115.5, 122, 131, 138.5) cm)
Finished Length 26 (26 1/2, 27 1/2, 28, 28 3/4, 29) in. (66 (67, 70, 71, 73, 73.5) 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
• 620-102 Lion Brand Wool-Ease® Yarn: Ranch Red 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) Balls (A)
• 620-152 Lion Brand Wool-Ease® Yarn: Oxford Grey 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) Balls (B)
•Knitting Needles - Size 10.5 [6.5 mm]
•Stitch Markers
•Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
14 sts + 20 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) with one strand each of A and B held together 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:
Sweater is knit with 2 strands of yarn held together throughout.

CARDIGAN
BACK
With 1 strand each of A and B held tog, cast on 60 (66, 74, 80, 86, 92) sts.
Work in St st (k on RS, p on WS) until piece measures 17 (17, 17 1/2, 17 1/2, 18, 18) in. (43 (43, 44.5, 44.5, 45.5, 45.5) cm) from beg, end with a WS row.

Shape Armhole
Bind off 7 (7, 8, 8, 9, 10) sts at beg of next 2 rows – 46 (52, 58, 64, 68, 72) sts. Work even until armholes
measure 8 (8 1/2, 9, 9 1/2, 9 3/4, 10) in. (20.5 (21.5, 23, 24, 25, 25.5) cm).

Shape Shoulders
Bind off 6 (8, 9, 10, 10, 11) sts at beg of next 2 rows,and 6 (7,8, 9, 10, 10) at beg of next 2 rows. Bind off remaining 22 (22, 24, 26, 28, 30) sts for neck.

RIGHT FRONT
With 1 strand each of A and B held tog, cast on 41 (44, 48, 51, 54, 57) sts.
Row 1 (RS): K 7 (for facing), sl 1, k to end of row.
Row 2: Purl.
Rep last 2 rows until 14 in. (35.5 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Shape Collar
Next Row (RS): K 6, inc 1 st in next st, place marker, sl 1, place marker, inc 1 st in next st, k to end of row – 43 (46, 50, 53, 56, 59) sts.
Next Row: Purl.
Next Row: K to 1 st before first marker, inc 1 st in next st, sl marker, sl 1, sl marker, inc 1 st in next st, k to end of row – 45 (48, 52, 55, 58, 61) sts.
Rep last 2 rows 21 more times and AT THE SAME TIME, when piece measures 17 (17, 17 1/2, 17 1/2, 18, 18) in. (43 (43, 44.5, 44.5, 45.5, 45.5) cm) from beg, end with a RS row and shape armhole.

Shape Armhole
Bind off 7 (7, 8, 8, 9, 10) sts at beg of next WS row.
Work until armhole measures same as Back to shoulders, end with a RS row and shape shoulder.

Shape Shoulder
Bind off 6 (8, 9, 10, 10, 11) sts at beg of next WS row and 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 10) at beg of following WS row – 68 (68, 69, 70, 71, 72) sts.
Work even for 3 (3, 3 1/4, 3 3/4, 4, 4 1/4) in. (7.5 (7.5, 8.5, 9.5, 10, 11) cm). Bind off.

LEFT FRONT
Work as for Right Front, reversing all shaping.

SLEEVE (make 2)
With 1 strand each of A and B held tog, cast on 32 (32, 34, 34, 36, 38) sts. Work in St st for 7 rows, end with a WS row. Inc Row (RS): K1, inc 1 st in next st, k to last 2 sts, inc 1 st in next st, k 1 – 34 (34, 36, 36, 38, 40) sts.
Continue in St st, inc 1 st each edge every 4th row 4 (4, 5, 6, 6, 6) times more, then on every following 6th row 7 (9, 9, 9, 9, 9) times more – 56 (60, 64, 66, 68, 70) sts.
Work even until piece measures 18 1/2 (19, 20, 21 1/2, 22, 22) in. (47 (48.5, 51, 54.5, 56, 56) cm) from beg, end with a WS row. Bind off.

FINISHING
Sew shoulder seams. Sew short ends of collar together. Fold collar/front bands in half along sl st and sew together on the inside. Sew in Sleeves. Sew side and Sleeve seams. Weave in ends.

Knit Placemats

Freshen up your dining table with cotton knitted placemats! Solid or sripes, coordinate your colors!


SIZE: One Size
11 x 15 in. [28 x 38 cm]

MATERIALS
• 760-112 Lion Brand Lion Cotton: Poppy Red 1 Skein (A)
• 830-134 Lion Brand New Cotton Ease: Terracotta 1 Skein (B)
• 760-140 Lion Brand Lion Cotton: Rose 1 Skein (C)
• 830-149 Lion Brand New Cotton Ease: Stone 1 Skein (D)
• 830-122 Lion Brand New Cotton Ease: Taupe 1 Skein (E)
• Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
16 stitches + 30 rows = 4 in. [10 cm] in Garter stitch (knit every row). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

SOLID PLACEMAT
Cast on 60 stitches with desired color.
Work even in Garter stitch (knit every row) until piece measures 11 in. [28 cm] from beginning.
Bind off.

STRIPED PLACEMAT
Work as for Solid Placemat, working 1 row of each color in the following stripe sequence: *A, B, C, D, E, repeat from * until piece measures 11 in. [28 cm] from beginning.
Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Wristers...Fun to Knit!

These wristers are quick, fun projects that you can never get tired of making. Make a bunch for you and then make a bunch for all your friends!

SIZE: One Size

MATERIALS
•Lion Brand LB 1878 Yarn: Fisherman 1 Ball
•Stitch Markers
•Stitch Holders
•Large-Eye Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
Double pointed knitting needles size 3 (3.25mm), set of 5
Alternatively, you may use SOCK-EASE

GAUGE:
Lacy 26 sts = 4 in. (10 cm)
Rib 18 sts = 4 in. (10 cm)
Plain Jane 28 sts = 4 in. (10 cm)
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:
PATTERN STITCHES

LACY
Rnd 1: *K3, p3, rep from * around.
Rnd 2: *K3, yarn over, p3 together, yarn over, rep from * around.
Rep Rnds 1-2 for Lacy Pattern.

RIB
All rounds = K1, p1 around.

PLAIN JANE
Knit every rnd.
Note: You may want to use Garter st worked in the rnd (k 1 rnd, p 1 rnd) for the first 8-10 cuff rnds to prevent the Plain Jane Wrister from rolling. You may also do this when the wrister measures about 6 in. (15 cm) from beg.
Note:
Please note that the yarn in this pattern was hand-dyed with Kool-Aid to get the various colors shown.
This pattern is designed for a snug fit. For a looser fit, please go up a needle size.

WRISTERS
Cast on 36 sts. Divide sts evenly onto 3 needles and join, pm for beginning of rnd. Work in the rnd in pattern st of your choice for 2 in. (5 cm) or desired cuff length.

Shape Gusset
Rnd 1: Continue in pattern st as established, place marker, m1, k1, m1, place marker, work to end of rnd - 3 sts between markers.
Rnds 2 and 3: Work in pattern st as established to marker, slip marker, work to next marker, slip marker, work to end of rnd.
Rnd 4: Work in pattern st as established to marker, slip marker, m1, work to next marker, m1, slip marker, work to end of rnd.
Rep Rnds 2-4 until there are 17 sts between markers.
Next Rnd: Work in pattern st as established to marker, place 17 sts between markers on holder, cast on 1 stitch and work to end of rnd. Continue in pattern st as established until piece measures about 2 in. (5 cm) above holder. Bind off.

Thumb
Divide 17 sts from holder evenly onto 3 needles. From right side, join yarn. Pick up and k 4 sts along edge of hand, then k rem sts - 21 sts.
Knit until thumb is desired length, about 1 in. (2.5 cm).
Bind off.

FINISHING
Embroider random French knots and straight sts as desired. Weave in ends.

Lace & Cable Tank Top

This tank top can be worn year-round. In summer with a great skirt, and in winter with a long sleeve t-shirt and trouser pants!

SIZE:
S/M (L, 1X)
Finished Bust 38 (42, 47) in. (96.5 (106.5, 119.5) cm)
Finished Length 21 (22, 22) in. (53.5 (56, 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
• Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Yarn: Dusty Green 4 (4, 5) Balls
• Knitting Needles- Size 9 [5.5 mm]
• Stitch Holders
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)

GAUGE:
14 sts + 20 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) over chart patterns. 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:
ssk (slip, slip, knit) Slip next 2 sts as if to knit, one at a time, to right needle; insert left needle into fronts of these 2 sts and knit them together – 1 st decreased.

PATTERN STITCH
K2, p2 Rib (multiple of 4 sts + 2)
Row 1: K2, *p2, k2; rep from * across.
Row 2: K the knit sts and p the purl sts.
Rep Row 2 for K2, p2 Rib.

NOTES:
1. Cable and eyelet patterns on Front are worked from charts.
2. Back is worked in St st (k on RS, p on WS).
3. You will need to work from a chart for Front.

CHART NOTES
1. Work charts from right to left on RS rows and from left to right on WS rows.
2. Charts include shaping for front neck.

TOP
BACK
Cast on 66 (74, 82) sts. Work in K2, p2 Rib until piece measures 9 in. (23 cm) from beg.
Work in St st (k on RS, p on WS) until piece measures 14 in. (35.5 cm) from beg, end with a WS row (end with a WS row means that the last row you work should be a WS row).

Shape Armholes
Next Row (RS): Bind off 4 (6, 8) sts, k to end – 62 (68, 74) sts at the end of this row.
Next Row (WS): Bind off 4 (6, 8) sts, p to end – 58 (62, 66) sts.
Next Row: Knit.
Next Row: Purl.
Next (Dec) Row: K1, k2tog, k to last 3 sts, ssk, k1 – 56 (60, 64) sts.
Rep last 2 rows 3 (5, 7) more times – 50 sts rem after all decs have been worked. Work even in St st until armholes measure 6 (7, 7) in. (15 (18, 18) cm), end with a WS row.

Shape Neck
Next Row (RS): K17 and place these sts on a holder for right shoulder, bind off next 16 sts for neck, k rem 17 sts for left shoulder.

Shape Left Shoulder
Continue on 17 left shoulder sts only.
Next Row: Purl.
Next (Dec) Row: K1, k2tog, k to end – 16 sts.
Next Row: Purl.
Rep last 2 rows once more – 15 sts. Bind off.
Shape Right Shoulder
Sl right shoulder sts back to needle, ready to work a WS row.
Next Row (WS): Purl.
Next Row: K to last 3 sts, ssk, k1 – 16 sts.
Next Row: Purl.
Rep last 2 rows once more – 15 sts. Bind off.

FRONT
Cast on 66 (74, 82) sts.
Work in K2, p2 Rib until piece measures 9 in. (23 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Divide for Left Front
Next Row (RS): K18 (22, 26), place rem 48 (52, 56) sts on a holder for Right Front, cast on 30 (30, 30) sts – 48 (52, 56) sts.
Next Row (WS): Purl.

Begin Chart
Next Row (RS): Work Row 1 of Left Front Chart for your size. Continue to follow Left Front Chart until chart has
been completed. Bind off.

RIGHT FRONT
From RS, knit across 48 (52, 56) sts from Right Front holder.
Next Row (WS): Purl.
Begin Chart
Next Row (RS): Work Row 1 of Right Front Chart for your size. Continue to follow Right Front Chart until chart has been completed. Bind off.

FINISHING
Sew shoulder and side seams. Lap Right Front over Left Front and sew in place. Weave in ends.

Shawl with Pleated Edge

A simple triangle shawl with a decorative edge in pleats! You can make it as long and large as you want! Knit in light worsted yarn, this shawl is the perfect companion on a cool spring evening or layered under a winter coat for fall.

Materials:
Yarn: 3 skeins of Tosh Worsted in Rose or colorway of your choice or approx. 675 yards of any light worsted weight yarn.

Needles: 1 US size 7 (4.5 mm) circular needle or size necessary to obtain gauge.

Notions : Yarn needle for weaving ends.
Stitch marker for marking center stitch.

Sizes: Shawl pictured is 46 inches (before pleats) across in width.
Gauge: 4 sts = 1” in stockinette

Instructions:
Cast on 5 sts.
Knit 2 rows
Row 1 (RS): k2, yo, pm, k1, yo, k2.
Row 2 (WS): k to end. (7 sts total)
Row 3 (RS): k2, yo, k to marker, yo, slip marker, k1, yo, k to last 2 sts, yo, k2.
Continue working rows 2 and 3 until shawl measures desired width across.

Edging
Row 1 : (WS) k to end.
Row 2: (RS) k2, yo, *k1, p1, repeat from * to marker, yo, sl marker, k1, yo, * k1, p1, repeat from * to last 2 sts, yo, k2.
Row 3 : (WS) k2, knit all knits and purl all purls to marker, sl marker, k1, continue k1, p1 pattern to last 2 sts, k2.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 for for 1 inch.

Increase row
Row 1 : (WS) k2, kfb of every stitch to marker, yo, sl marker, k1, yo, kfb of every stitch to the last 2 stitches, k2.
Row 2 : (RS) k2, yo, work k2, p2 ribbing to marker, yo, k1, yo, continue k2, p2 ribbing to last two stitches, yo, k2.
Row 3 : (WS) k2, knit the knit stitches and purl the purl to marker, sl marker, k1, knit the knit stitches and purl the purl to last 2 sts, k2.
Repeat rows 2 and 3 for 4 inches ending with a RS row.
Finishing:
Work a decrease bind off for stretch.
Starting with a WS row bind off loosely. * p2tog , return the st on right hand needle back to left needle, rep from * to end of row.
Block lightly if desired.

Abbreviations:
K1, P1 = Knit one stitch, purl one stitch
KFB = Knit one stitch front and back
K2tog = Knit two stitches together
RS = Right side of work
SL1 = Slip one stitch
St = Stitch
TBL = Through the back loop
WS = Wrong side of work
YO = Yarn over

Designed by Amy Hendrix

Scallop Scarf

Another scarf with a lot of interest and design!

MEASUREMENTS
Approx 9 x 60 ins [23 x 152.5 cm].

GAUGE
18 sts and 24 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] in
stocking st.

MATERIALS
Bernat® Mosaic (100 g/3.5 oz; 191 m/209 yds) 44200 Ambrosia-3 balls
Size 5 mm (U.S. 8) knitting needles or
size needed to obtain gauge.

INSTRUCTIONS
MOTIF (make 12).
Cast on 62 sts.
1st row: (RS). Knit.
2nd row: Knit.
3rd row: K2. *yo. K2tog. Rep from * to last
2 sts. K2.
4th row: Knit.
5th row: Purl.
6th row: K2. *P3. K2. Rep from * toend of row.
7th row: K5. *P2. K3. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2.
8th to 11th rows: Rep 6th and 7th rows twice more.
12th to 14th rows: Knit.
15th row: As 3rd row.
16th row: Knit.
17th row: K5. *K2tog. Rep from * to last 5 sts. K5. 36 sts.
18th row: Knit.
19th row: K2. *P2. K3. Rep from * to last 4 sts. P2. K2.
20th row: K2. *K2. P3. Rep from * to last 4 sts. K4.
21st to 24th rows: Rep 19th and 20th rows twice more.
25th row: As 19th row.
26th to 28th rows: Knit.
29th row: As 3rd row.
30th row: Knit.
31st row: K2. *K2tog. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2. 20 sts.
32nd row: Knit.
33rd row: K4. (P2. K3) twice. P2. K4.
34th row: K2. P2. (K2. P3) twice. K2. P2. K2.
35th to 38th rows: Rep 33rd and 34th rows twice more.
39th row: As 33rd row.
40th to 42nd rows: Knit.
43rd row: K2. *K2tog. Rep from * to last 2
sts. K2. 12 sts.
44th and 45th rows: Knit.
46th row: K2. P8. K2.
47th row: Knit.
48th row: As 46th row.
49th and 50th rows: Knit.
51st row: K1. *K2tog. Rep from * to last st. K1. 7 sts.
52nd row: Knit.
53rd row: K1. (K2tog) 3 times. 4 sts.
54th row: Purl.
55th row: (K2tog) twice. 2 sts.
56th row: P2tog. Fasten off.

FINISHING
Sew Motifs tog as shown.

Sometimes the Grass is Greener...

This rug will bring a bit of the outdoors indoors!...amd no mowing!

SIZE: One Size
About 22 x 30 in. (56 x 76 cm)

MATERIALS
• 630-130 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Chunky Yarn: Grass 5 Balls (A)
• 620-174 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Avocado 4 Balls (B)
• 620-173 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Sage 2 Balls (C)
• Knitting Needles - size 35 [19mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
9 loops = 8 in. (20.5 cm) in pattern with 5 strands of yarn 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:
Make 1 Loop
1. Knit next st without removing it from left needle.
2. Bring the yarn from the back, between the needles, to the front and wrap it around your thumb.
Take the yarn to the back again, between the needles. You should now have a loop of yarn wrapped around your thumb.
3. Knit into the same st as in step #1 and remove it from the left needle. You have 2 new sts on your right needle, both created from the original st worked in step #1.
4. With tip of left needle, lift the 2nd st on the right needle over the first st and off the needle. Note: You have not decreased in this step, so your st count will remain the same.

NOTES:
1. Rug is worked with 5 strands of yarn held tog throughout, 2 strands of A + 2 strands of B + 1 strand of C.
2. Length of "grass" is controlled by the length of the loop sts. Make the loop sts as long or as short as desired. If you make very long loops, additional yarn may be required.
3. When working loop sts, wrap the working yarn around the thumb or fingers of either hand, whichever is most comfortable.

RUG
With 2 strands A, 2 strands B, and 1 strand C held tog, cast on 25 sts.
Row 1: Knit.
Row 2 (Right Side): Make 1 Loop in each st to end of row.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures about 30 in. (76 cm) from beginning. Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends. Trim loops as desired.

Multi-Textured Scarf

Using different textures of yarn, with a diagonal stitch will make your scarf the focal point of your outfit.
Finished Size: Width approx 6μ x 70"/16 x 177.5cm

Gauge: • 16 sts = 4"/10cm over garter st in Minestrone using size9 (5.5mm) needles.
TAKE TIME TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

Materials:
• 1 3≤oz/100g skein (each approx 110yd/100m) of Trendsetter Yarns
Minestrone (polyamide/ acrylic/nylon) in #10 olive earth (A)
• 1 3≤oz/100g skein (each approx 65yd/61m) of Trendsetter Yarns Cha Cha (wool/acrylic/nylon) in #421 khaki (B)
• One pair size 9 (5.5mm) needles OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE

DIAGONAL KNITTING
Row 1 K in front and back of st (inc 1), k to last 3 sts, k2tog,k1. Row 2 Knit across the row.

NOTES
1. To work with Cha Cha, fold end of ribbon towards front and overlap 2 boxes. Place ribbon on back side of knitting. Place point of RH needle into first st of LH needle. Pick up top edge of open box of Cha Cha and pull through to knit the st. Rep for each st across the row. For the last row of stripe, cut through center of ribbon at 5th open box. Fold ribbon forward over itself to
line up 2 boxes. Work last two boxes through both top edges to hem.
2. Be sure to bury all tails as you work to secure Cha Cha.

SCARF
With size 9 (5.5mm) needle and A, cast on 25 sts.
Knit 1 row.
Change to B following instructions for working with Cha Cha in the note above and working in the Diagonal Knitting pat at the same time.
Work B for 8 rows total. Cut tail from A.
Pull st tight to keep Cha Cha from pulling through and bury tail immediately.
Rejoin A and cont in Diagonal Knitting for 30 rows.
Rep stripes of B and A until enough yarn remains to bind off, or desired length.

Bind off.

Slouchy Hats Are In for the Fall Season!

You will see a lot of the slouchy hat in the fall season. Here's an easy pattern to get you started...

SIZE: One Size
Finished Circumference About 19 in. (48.5 cm). Hat will stretch to fit a range of sizes.
Finished Length About 8 (10, 12) in. (20.5 (25.5, 30.5) cm)

MATERIALS
• 822-174 Lion Brand Alpine Wool: Olive 1 Ball
• Double-Pointed Needles - Size 10
• Stitch Markers
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles
• Circular knitting needle size 10 (6 mm), 16 in. (40.5 cm) long

GAUGE:
13 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd). 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:
PATTERN STITCH
K2, p2 Rib (worked in the rnd)
Rnd 1: *K2, p2; rep from * around.
Rep Rnd 1 for K2, p2 Rib.

HAT
With circular needle, cast on 60 sts. Join, being careful not to twist. Place marker for beg of rnd. Work in K2, p2 Rib until piece measures 1 1/2 in. (3.5 cm) from beg. Change to St st worked in the rnd (k every rnd) and work until piece measures 5 (7, 9) in. (12.5 (18, 23) cm) from beg.

Shape Crown
Note: Change to double pointed needles when you have too few sts to fit on circular needle.
Rnd 1: *K8, place a marker, k2tog; rep from * around – 54 sts rem at the end of this rnd. Note: Markers placed on
Rnd 1 are in addition to beg of rnd marker.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rnd 3: *K to marker, slip marker, k2tog; rep from * around.
Rnd 4: Knit.
Rep last 2 rnds until 12 sts rem.
Next Rnd: (K2tog) around – 6 sts rem at the end of this rnd.
Cut yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread tail into large-eyed blunt needle and then through sts of last rnd (removing double pointed needles) and pull to gather. Knot securely.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Ribbed Striped Scarf...Extra Long!

Playing with texture and color makes each scarf unique! Experiment with patterns and color! Be creative!

SIZE: Varies
About 9 3/4 x 78 (9 3/4 x 157) in. (25 x 198 (25 x 399 cm))


MATERIALS
• 450-187 Lion Brand Jiffy Yarn: Gold 3 (6) Balls (A)
• 450-129 Lion Brand Jiffy Yarn: Citron 3 (6) Balls (B)
• 450-172 Lion Brand Jiffy Yarn: Green Tea 3 (6) Balls (C)
• Knitting Needles- Size 9 [5.5 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
26 sts = about 4 in. (10 cm) in K2, p2 rib, slightly stretched. 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:
PATTERN STITCH
K2, p2 Rib (multiple of 4 sts + 2)
Row 1: Sl 1, k1, *p2, k2; rep from * across row.
Row 2: Sl 1, p1, *k2, p2; rep from * across row.
Rep Rows 1 and 2 for K2, p2 Rib.

NOTES:
STRIPE SEQUENCE Working in K2, p2 Rib, *work 4 rows with A, 18 rows with B, 4 rows with A, 8 rows with C, 18 rows with A, 8 rows with B, 18 rows with C; rep from * for Stripe Sequence.

SCARF
With A, cast on 62 sts. Work in K2, p2 Rib and Stripe Sequence until piece measures about 78 (157) in. (198 (399 cm)) from beginning. Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Concur Cardi

I'm loving this yarn! I can't find enough patterns to use it...but here's one that will keep you warm,yet feels light and comfortable.

Shown in size Small
SIZES
Directions are for women’s size X-Small. Changes for sizes Small, Medium, Large, 1X and 2X are in parentheses.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust – 30(34-38-42-46-50)”
Length – 21(21-22-22½-23-23½)”

MATERIALS
7(8-10-11-12-13) Hanks BERROCO ORIGAMI (50 grs), #4356 Vacay Pink
Straight knitting needles, sizes 6 (4.00 mm) and 8 (5.00 mm) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
Six 1” buttons from One World Button Supply Co.
2 St markers

GAUGE
17 sts = 4”; 24 rows = 4” in St st on larger needles TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

RIBBING (Multiple of 4 sts)
Row 1 (WS): P1, * p2, k2, rep from * across, end p3.
Row 2 (RS): K1, * k2, p2, rep from * across, end k3.
Rep these 2 rows for ribbing.

BACK
With smaller needles, cast on 16 sts. Work in ribbing until piece measures 15(17-19-21-23-25)” when slightly stretched, end on WS. Bind off in ribbing, slipping last st remaining to larger needle. With larger needles,
working 1 full st in from edge, pick up and k63(71-81-89-97-105) more sts along side edge of ribbing – 64(72-82-90-98-106) sts.
Next Row (WS): P21(24-28-30-33-36), place marker, p22(24-26-30-32-34), place marker, p to end. Work even in St st until piece measures 1½(1½- 2-2-2½- 2½)” above picked-up sts, end on WS.
Dec Row (RS): K to 2 sts before first marker, SSK, sl marker, k to next marker, sl marker, k2 tog, k to end – 62(70-80-88-96-104) sts. Rep this dec every 1½” twice more – 58(66-76-84-92-100) sts. Work even until piece measures 6½(6½- 7- 7- 7½- 7½)” above picked-up sts, end on WS.
Inc Row (RS): K to first marker, M1k, sl marker, k to next marker, sl marker, M1k, k to end – 60(68-78- 86-94-102) sts. Rep this inc every 1” twice more – 64(72-82-90-98-106) sts. Drop markers and work even until piece measures 10(10-10½- 10½-11-11)” above picked-up sts, end on WS.

Shape Armholes: Bind off 2(3-4-4-5-5) sts at beg of the next 2 rows, then 2 sts at beg of the next 2 rows – 56(62-70-78-84-92) sts.
Dec Row (RS): K2, k2 tog, k to last 4 sts, SSK, k2 – 54(60-68-76-82-90)sts. Rep this dec every RS row 1(3-4-6-7-9) times more – 52(54-60-64-68-72) sts. Work even until armholes measure 7½(7½- 8- 8½- 8½- 9)”, end on WS.

Shape Shoulders: Bind off 5(4-5-7-7-7) sts at beg of the next 2 rows, then 4(5-6-6-7-8) sts at beg of the next 4 rows. Bind off remaining 26 sts for back neck.

LEFT FRONT
With smaller needles, cast on 24 sts. Work in ribbing until piece measures 8(9-10-11-12-13)” when slightly stretched, end on WS. Bind off in ribbing, slipping last st remaining to larger needle. With larger needles,
working 1 st in from edge, pick up and k35(39-44-48-52-56) more sts along side edge of ribbing – 36(40-45- 49-53-57) sts.
Next Row (WS): Sl 3 sts WYIF, k2, place marker, p10(11-12-14-15-16), place marker, p to end.
Row 1 (RS): K to last marker, p2, k3.
Row 2 (WS): Sl 3 sts WYIF, k2, sl marker, p to end. Rep these 2 rows until piece measures 1½(1½- 2- 2- 2½- 2½)” above picked-up sts, end on WS.
Dec Row (RS): K to 2 sts before first marker, SSK, sl marker, k to last marker, sl marker, p2, k3 – 35(39- 44-48-52-56) sts. Rep this dec every 1½” twice more – 33(37-42-46-50-54) sts. Work even until piece measures 6½(6½-7-7-7½-7½)” above picked-up sts, end on WS.
Inc Row (RS): K to first marker, M1k, sl marker, k to last marker, sl marker, p2, k3 – 34(38-43-47-51-55) sts. Rep this inc every 1” twice more – 36(40-45-49-53-57) sts. Work even until piece measures 10(10- 10½-10½-11-11)” above picked-up sts, end on WS.

Shape Armhole: Bind off 2(3-4-4-5-5) sts at beg of the next RS row, then 2 sts at beg of the following RS row – 32(35-39-43-46-50) sts. Purl 1 row, end on WS.
Dec Row (RS): K2, k2 tog, work to end – 31(34-38-42-45-49) sts. Rep this dec every RS row 1(3-4-6-7-9) times more – 30(31-34-36-38-40) sts. Work even until armhole measures 4½(4½- 5- 5½- 5½- 6)”, end on RS.

Shape Neck: Next Row (WS): Bind off 5 sts, drop marker, p to end – 25(26-29-31-33-35) sts.
Dec Row (RS): K to last 4 sts, SSK, k2 – 24(25-28-30-32-34) sts. Rep this dec every RS row 11 times more. AT THE SAME TIME, when armhole measures 7½(7½- 8- 8½- 8½- 9)”, bind off 5(4-5-7-7-7) sts at armhole edge once, then 4(5-6-6-7-8) sts twice for shoulder. Mark placement of 6 buttons along front edge, the first ½” up from lower edge of ribbing, the next ½” below upper edge of ribbing, the last ½” below beg of neck shaping and the other 3 evenly spaced between.

RIGHT FRONT
With smaller needles, cast on 24 sts. Work even in ribbing until piece measures 7½(8½- 9½- 10½- 11½- 12½)” when slightly stretched, end on WS.
Buttonhole Row (RS): K3, p2 tog, yo, (k2, p2) 3 times, k2, yo, p2 tog, k3. Complete same as left front ribbing. With larger needles, pick up and k35(39-44-48-52-56) more sts 1 st in from edge of ribbing – 36(40-45-49-53-57) sts.
Next Row (WS): P21(24-28-30-33-36), place marker, p to last 5 sts, place marker, k2, p3.
Row 1 (RS): Sl 3 sts WYIB, p2, k to end.
Row 2 (WS): P to last marker, k2, p3. Complete to correspond to left front, reversing all shaping. Make 4 more buttonholes opposite markers on left frontband as follows:
Buttonhole Row (RS): Sl 3 sts WYIB, p2 tog, yo, work to end. Work decs on RS rows as k2 tog after last marker. Work incs on RS rows as M1k after last marker. Bind off for armhole and shoulders on WS rows.
Work armhole decs at end of RS rows as SSK, k2. Bind off for neck on RS row. Work neck decs at beg of RS rows as k2, k2 tog.

SLEEVES
With smaller needles, cast on 16 sts. Work in ribbing until piece measures 9” when slightly stretched, end on WS. Bind off in ribbing, slipping remaining st to larger needle. With larger needles, working 1 st in from edge, pick up and k37 more sts along side edge of ribbing – 38 sts. Beg with a p row, work even in St st for 5 rows, end on WS.
Inc Row (RS): K2, M1k, k to last 2 sts, M1k, k2 – 40 sts. Rep this inc every RS row 0(0-0-3-7-11) times, every 4th row 1(1-7-7-5-3) times, then every 6th row 5(5-1-0-0-0) times – 52(52-56-60-64-68) sts. Work even until sleeve measures 7½” above picked-up sts, end on WS.

Shape Cap: Bind off 2(3-4-4-5-5) sts at beg of the next 2 rows, then 2 sts at beg of the next 2 rows –
44(42-44-48-50-54) sts. Work 2 rows even.
Dec Row (RS): K2, k2 tog, k to last 4 sts, SSK, k2 – 42(40-42-46-48-52) sts. Rep this dec every 4th row 1(2-2-2-1-1) times more, then every RS row 8(6-7-7-9-11) times – 24(24-24-28-28-28) sts. Bind off 3 sts at beg of the next 2 rows. Bind off remaining 18(18-18-22-22-22) sts.

FINISHING
Sew shoulder seams.
Collar: With WS facing, using smaller needles, beg at left front edge, pick up and k70 sts around entire neck edge to right front edge. K the next row, inc 42 sts across – 112 sts. Beg with Row 2, work in ribbing until collar measures 6”, end on WS. Bind off loosely. Sew in sleeves. Sew side and sleeve seams. Sew on buttons.

Autumn Neckerchief

I know it's July and we have just hit our midsummer heat, but knitting for autumn starts now! Try your hand at this beautiful neckerchief...it will make a jean jacket look FABU!

Finished Size:
31" wide at widest point and 26" long, measured down center line.

Yarn:
The Alpaca Yarn Company Classic Alpaca (100% alpaca; 110 yd [101 m]/50 g): #2203 fall foliage (A), #2024 rosette (B),and #2211 mahogany (C), 1 ball each.

Needles:
Size 8 (5 mm): 32" circular (cir). Adjustneedle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions:
Tapestry needle.

Gauge:
12 sts and 29 rows = 4" in brioche patt.

Skill Level:
Intermediate

Stitch Guide
K1-below: Insert right needle tip through center of st 1 row below st on left needle and knit a new st, drop original st from left needle.
Stripe Sequence: Always beg a new color on RS rows. Work in two-row stripes as foll: A, B, C.

Notes
-The center stitch is worked in stockinette throughout. You can mark the center stitch if needed; just make sure the markers don’t interfere with the yarnovers to either side of the center stitch.
-Carry colors loosely, but without slack, up the right edge of piece; do not cut yarns between stripes.
-To ensure the brioche pattern is alternating k1-belows correctly (in brick fashion from row to row), the last stitch before working the first yarnover on every right-side row should always be worked as a k1-below. The first stitch worked after the second yarnover should also always be a k1-below.

Neckerchief
With A, CO 5 sts.
Row 1: (WS) K2, p1 (center st), k2.
Row 2: (RS) K1, k1-below (see Stitch Guide),
yo, k1 (center st), yo, k1-below, k1—2 sts inc’d.
Row 3: Knit to center st, p1 (center st), knit to end.
Foll stripe sequence (see Stitch Guide), change color.
Row 4: K2, k1-below, yo, k1, yo, k1-below, k2.
Row 5: Knit to center st, p1, knit to end.
Change color.
Row 6: *K1, k1-below; rep from * to center st,
yo, k1, yo, **k1-below, k1; rep from ** to end.
Row 7: Knit to center st, p1, knit to end.
Change color.
Row 8: K1, *k1, k1-below; rep from * to center
st, yo, k1, yo, **k1-below, k1; rep from ** to
last st, k1—13 sts total.
Row 9: Knit to center st, p1, knit to end.
Change colors every RS row and rep Rows
6–9 until 10 reps of stripe sequence have been worked, counting Rows 1–6 as first rep of stripe sequence—52 sts inc’d; 65 sts total; ending with a WS color C row. Cont in stripepatt and work garter st section as foll:
Garter Row 1: (RS) Knit to center st, yo, k1,yo, knit to end.Garter
Row 2: (WS) Knit to center st, p1, knitto end.Rep Garter Rows 1 and 2 five more times—6garter ridges total on RS; 2 reps of stripesequence in garter st; end with a WS color Crow; 77 sts on needle.
Cont in stripes, workRows 6–9 until 3 reps of stripe sequence havebeen worked—95 sts total.
Rep 12 rows ofgarter st section—107 sts.
Work Rows 8 and 9 of patt section, then rep Rows 6–9 until 3 repsof stripe sequence have been worked—125 ststotal. Work 11 rows of garter st section, endingwith a RS color C row—137 sts.
Next row:(WS) BO all sts kwise with C.

Finishing: Weave in ends. Block if desired; the triangle does not need to be stretched like a lace shawl.

Flower & Leaf Headband

Make this adorable headband in a few color combinations. You'll look like a real ski bunny shushing down the slopes wearing this headband that matches your ski jacket!
They also make great gifts!


Materials:
Size 8 (4.5 mm) 40cm circular needle

Two hanks of Debbie Bliss Aran Merino, Green and Pink

Gauge: 18 sts = 4inches

Instructions:
Headband: CO 76 st- Join in round.
Work 5 rows in Twisted rib - *Ktbl, p1* around.
Work 16 rows in St st- knit around.
Work 5 rows in Twisted rib.
26 rows total.
BO in Sewn-bind off.

Leaf (Make 2):
CO 3 sts. Work one set up row, purl all.
Row 1: K1, M1R, Ktbl, M1L, K1
Row 2 (and all even rows): Purl all.
Row 3: K2, M1R, Ktbl, M1L, K2
Row 5: K3, M1R, Ktbl, M1L, K3
Row 7: K4, M1R, Ktbl, M1L, K4
Row 9: K5, M1R, Ktbl, M1L, K5
Row 11: K6, Ktbl, K6
Row 13: K6, Ktbl, K6
Row 15: ssk, k4, k1tbl, k4, k2tog
Row 17: ssk, k3, k1tbl, k3, k2tog
Row 19: ssk, k2, k1tbl, k2, k2tog
Row 21: ssk, k1, ktbl, k1, k2tog
Rwo 23: ssk, ktbl, k2tog
Row 25: sl 1, k2tog, psso. Bind off last stitch.

Rose:
CO 42 .
Work one set up row: k18, pm , k16, pm, k10
Row 1 (rs): Kfb to marker, sm, *K1, kfb* to marker, sm,* K2, kfb* to end. (20/24/24)
Row 2 and all even: Purl all.
Rep these two rows 2 more times.
Row 3: (40/36/32)
Row 5: ( 80/ 54/42)
BO loosely. Sew into a swirl, starting with the dense end first.
Stitch together, overlapping about ½ inch as it is sewn in a swirl. Sew flower and leaves to headband using whip stitch.

Gauntlet Gloves

These gauntlet Gloves are made with wool for winter, but feel free to adapt them to year round wear by using cotton yarn of the same weight.

SIZE: One Size
About 8 in. (20.5 cm) circumference at upper edge, about 19 in. (48.5 cm) long Gauntlets are meant to fit with negative ease (Gauntlet circumference should be less than body measurement) for a snug fit.

MATERIALS
• 620-099 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Fisherman 2 Balls
• Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
18 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.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
kfb (knit in front and back) Knit next st without removing it from left needle, then k through back of same st - 1 st increased.

PATTERN STITCHES
K2, P2 Rib (multiple of 4 sts)
Row 1: *K2, p2, rep from * across.
Row 2: K the knit sts and p the purl sts.
Rep Row 2 for K2, p2 Rib.

NOTES:
Crochet hook is used for single crochet trim around elbow slit. If desired, you may embroider blanket st around elbow slit instead of working crochet trim.

GAUNTLETS
Beg at hand edge of Gauntlet, cast on 28 sts.
Row 1: K1, p2, work in K2, p2 Rib to last st, k1.
Row 2: P1, work in K2, p2 Rib to last 3 sts, k2, p1.
Rows 3 and 4: Rep Rows 1 and 2.
Change to St st (k on RS, p on WS) and work until piece measures about 5 in. (12.5 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Next (Inc) Row: K1, kfb, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 – 30 sts.
Continue in St st until piece measures about 9 1/2 in. (24.5 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Next Row: Rep Inc Row – 32 sts.
Continue in St st until piece measures about 13 in. (33 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Next Row: Rep Inc Row – 34 sts.
Continue in St st until piece measures about 14 in. (35.5 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.

Shape elbow slit
Next Row: K8, bind off 17, k to end of row.
Next Row: Purl, casting on 17 sts over bound-off sts of previous row.
Continue in St st until piece measures about 16 in. (40.5 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Next Row: Rep Inc Row – 36 sts.
Continue in St st until piece measures about 18 in. (46 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Next Row: K1, p2, work in K2, p2 Rib to last st, k1.
Next Row: P1, work in K2, p2 Rib to last 3 sts, k2, p1.
Rep last 2 rows once more.
Bind off.

FINISHING
Seam sides of Gauntlet along rib at hand edge. Leave next 2 in. (5 cm) unseamed for thumb, then sew remainder of seam. From RS, join yarn with a slip stitch anywhere along edge of elbow slit. Work single crochet evenly spaced around edge of slit.

Carnival Hat

This striped cap has an added detail of bobbled edges that give it a very wimsical and fun look! Wear it on days you don't want to be taken too seriously!

SIZE: Small, Medium, Large
20" (21", 22") [51 (53.5, 56) cm] circumference x 7½" (7¾ inches, 8") [19 (19.5, 20.5) cm] depth

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
• 620-177 Lion Brand Wool-Ease®: Loden 1 Ball (A)
• 620-171 Lion Brand Wool-Ease: Gold 1 Ball (B)
• 620-137 Lion Brand Wool-Ease: Fuchsia 1 Ball (C)
• 620-179 Lion Brand Wool-Ease®: Chestnut Heather 1 Ball (D)
• Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
• Crochet Hook - Size H-8
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
18 stitches + 36 rows = 4" (10 cm) over garter stitch (knit every row). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

NOTES:
-When working Stripe Pattern 1, carry colors up along the side edge until the last stripe is completed, then cut all but color A.
-When working Stripe Pattern 2, carry color up along the side edge until the last stripe of that color is completed, then cut color.
-Join new colors as needed.

HAT
With A, cast on 85 (89, 93) stitches.

Brim
Knit 1 row and mark as wrong side. Continue in garter stitch and Stripe Pattern 1 as follows: *Work 2 rows each using B, C, D, and A; repeat from * once more. Cut all colors except A.

Body
Knit 5 (7, 9) more rows using A. Note What was the wrong side of the brim is now the right side of body. Continue in garter stitch and work Stripe Pattern 2 as follows: 2 rows B, 2 rows A, 6 rows B, 2 rows C, 2 rows B, 6 rows C, 2 rows D, 2 rows C, 6 rows D, 2 rows A, 2 rows D and 6 rows A.

Crown Shaping
Repeat start of Stripe Pattern 2 and, AT SAME TIME, shape crown as follows:
Row 1 (Right Side) *Knit 19 (20, 21), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—81 (85, 89) stitches total.
Row 2 and all Wrong Side Rows Knit.
Row 3 *Knit 18 (19, 20), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—77 (81, 85) stitches total.
Row 5 *Knit 17 (18, 19), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—73 (77, 81) stitches total.
Row 7 *Knit 16 (17, 18), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—69 (73, 77) stitches total.
Row 9 *Knit 15 (16, 17), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—65 (69, 73) stitches total.
Row 11 *Knit 14 (15, 16), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—61 (65, 69) stitches total.
Row 13 *Knit 13 (14, 15), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—57 (61, 65) stitches total.
Row 15 *Knit 5 (4, 6), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—49 (51, 57) stitches total.
Row 17 *Knit 4 (3, 5), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—41 (41, 49) stitches total.
Row 19 *Knit 3 (3, 4), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—33 (33, 41) stitches total.
Row 21 *Knit 2 (2, 3), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—25 (25, 33) stitches total.
Row 23 *Knit 1 (1, 2), knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—17 (17, 25) stitches total.
Row 25 FOR SIZE LARGE ONLY *Knit 1, knit 2 together; repeat from *, ending knit 1—17 stitches total.
Rows 25 (25, 27) [Knit 2 together] 8 times, knit 1—9 stitches total.
Cut yarn leaving a long tail for sewing. Thread tail into large-eyed, blunt needle and weave through remaining stitches. Pull tight to gather, fasten securely. Sew back seam, reversing seam for brim so seam falls to wrong side.

Finishing
Position hat so the right side of brim is facing and the cast-on edge is at the top. With crochet hook, join A with a slip stitch in the back seam, *chain 4 for trim, work 4 half double crochet in the 2nd chain from hook, slip stitch in the next 2 chain, then slip stitch in the same stitch as the slip stitch at the base of trim, slip stitch in the next 3 stitches of the caston edge; repeat from * around. Join round with a slip stitch in the first slip stitch. Fasten off. Weave in ends.

Tied Front Vest

This is a beautiful vest to wear year-round! The pima cotton yarn makes it oh-so-soft!

SIZES
Directions are for women’s size X-Small. Changes for sizes Small, Medium, Large, 1X and 2X are in parentheses.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust – 32(36-40-44-48-52)”
Length – 20(20-21-21½-22-22½)” down center back [add 20(20-21-21-22-22)” for tails in front]

MATERIALS
10(11-12-13-14-15) Hanks BERROCO pure pima (50 grs), #2264 Ballet Slipper
Straight knitting needles, size 6 (4.00 mm) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE Crochet hook, size 3.50 mm (E-4)

GAUGE
22 sts = 4”; 26 rows = 4” in St st
TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

BACK
With straight needles, cast on 132(144-154- 166-176-188) sts. Work even in St st for 4 rows, end on WS.
Dec Row (RS): K1, k2 tog, k to last 3 sts, SSK, k1 – 130(142-152-164-174-186) sts. Rep this dec every 2nd row 6(6-5-5-3-3) times more, then every 4th row 15(15-16-16-18-18) times – 88(100- 110-122-132-144) sts. Work even until piece measures 12½(12½-13-13-13½-13½)” from beg, end on WS.

Shape Armholes: Bind off 4(6-7-8-10-10) sts at beg of the next 2 rows, then 0(4-4-4-4-4) sts at beg of next 2 rows – 80(80-88-98-104-116) sts. Dec 1 st each side every RS row 7(7-8-10-
11-14) times – 66(66-72-78-82-88) sts. Work even until armholes measure 5½(5½-6-6½- 6½-7)”, end on WS.

Shape Neck: Next Row (RS): K14, join another hank of yarn and bind off center 38(38- 44-50-54-60) sts, k to end. Working both sides at once, dec 1 st at each neck edge EVERY row 13 times. Fasten off last st each side.

LEFT FRONT
With straight needles, cast on 3 sts. Knit 1 row, purl 1 row.
Inc Row (RS): K1, M1k, k to end – 4 sts. Rep this inc every RS row 42(36-40-37-40-37) times more, end on WS – 46(40-44-41-44-41) sts.
Next Row (RS): Rep Inc Row once more – 47(41-45-42-45-42) sts.
Following Row (WS): P to last 2 sts, M1p, p2 – 48(42-46-43-46-43) sts. Rep these 2 rows 20(26-25-28-28-31) times more – 88(94-96-99-
102-105) sts. Work even if necessary until piece measures 20(20-21-21-22-22)” from beg, end on WS. Mark for beg of side seam. Work even for 4 rows, end on WS.
Dec Row (RS): K1, k2 tog, k to end – 87(93-95- 98-101-104) sts. Rep this dec every 2nd row 6(6-5-5-3-3) times more, then every 4th row
15(15-16-16-18-18) times – 66(72-74-77-80-83) sts. Work even until piece measures 12½(12½-13-13-13½-13½)” above marker, end on WS.

Shape Armhole: Bind off 4(6-7-8-10-10) sts at beg of the next row, then 0 (4-4-4-4-4) sts at beg of next RS row – 62(62-63-65-66-69) sts. Dec 1 st at armhole edge every RS row 7(7-8- 10-11-14) times – 55 sts. Work even until armhole measures 7½(7½-8-8½-8½-9)”, end on WS. Mark end of last row for beg of collar. Work even until collar measures 6(6-6½-7-7½-8)” above marker, end on WS. Bind off.

RIGHT FRONT
Work to correspond to left front, reversing all shaping. Work side incs at end of RS rows and at beg of WS rows. Bind off for armhole on WS. Work armhole decs at end of RS rows.

SLEEVES
With straight needles, cast on 66(66-72-78-82- 88) sts. Work even in St st for 1”, end on WS.

Shape Cap: Bind off 4(6-7-8-10-10) sts at beg of the next 2 rows, then 0(4-4-4-4-4) sts at beg of next 2 rows – 58(46-50-54-54-60) sts. Dec 1 st each side every 4th row 0(5-5-6-6-6) times,
then every RS row 14(3-3-1-1-1) times, end on WS – 22(22-26-32-32-3630(30-34-40-40-46) sts.
Bind off 43 sts at beg of the next 2(2-4-4-4-4) rows, then 4 sts at the beg of next 2(2-0-0-0-0).
Bind off remaining 16(16-22-28-28-34) sts.

FINISHING
Sew bound-off edges of left and right collar tog. Sew inner edge of collar to back neck edge with seam in center, matching markers with finished-off st on each side. Sew in sleeves. Sew side and sleeve seams.

Left Lower Edging: With RS facing, using crochet hook, beg at left side seam, work in sc to cast-on edge of left front. DO NOT turn. Work from left to right in Reverse sc back to side seam. Fasten off.

Right Lower Edging: Beg at cast-on edge of right front, work same as left lower edging.

Happy 4th of July! Knit a Red Shawl!

You have the freedom to knit and create anything you wish! Enjoy the day!
Knit this self-fringing red shawl,it will go great with a white t-shirt and blue jeans!

Finished size:
72” shawl

Yarn:
Knit Picks Shine Worsted (60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal® natural beech wood fiber; 75 yards/50g): Serrano 24496; 8 balls.
Needles: US 11 (8mm) 32” circ
Notions: stitch markers

Directions:
Cast on 170 stitches, placing a marker after the first five stitches and before the last five stitches (later these will become the fringe part of the shawl). As you knit each row, K2Tog just after the first marker.
Continue this decrease on each row until only one stitch remains between the two markers. Knit the first five stitches before the marker. Run the yarn through the last stitch leaving a long tail. Remove the needle from the last five stitches.
Lay the shawl on the floor and unravel the first and last 5 sts of each row to create the loops. Secure each loop with an overhand knot at the base by the knit fabric. Loop the long tail of the cast off at the bottom.

Note: When you add a new ball, do it as you start a new row leaving enough tail from the old and new balls to knot into two loops when you are finishing the edge later.

Knitted Lariat Necklace

Knit up a cool lariat necklace that you can wear about 10 different ways!

SIZE
Approximately 40” long

MATERIALS
1 Ball BERROCO SUEDE DELUXE (50 grs), #3904
Hopalong Gold 2 Double pointed knitting needles, size 6

NOTE
There are no gauge requirements for this necklace

NECKLACE
With double pointed needles, cast on 2 sts and work I-Cord as follows:
** Row 1: * K2, do not turn work. Slide sts to beg of needle to work next row from
RS. Rep from * for 2”.

Leaf: Row 1 (RS): K1, yo, k1 – 3 sts. Turn.
Row 2: K1, (k1, yo, k1, yo, k1) all in yo, k1 – 7 sts. Knit 8 rows. Dec Row (RS): SSK, k to last 2 sts, k2 tog – 5 sts. Knit 1 row. Rep the last 2 rows once more – 3 sts.
Next Row (RS): SSK, k1 – 2 sts. Rep from ** 11 times more – 12 leaves. On last leaf, work Next Row as sl 1, k2 tog, psso – 1 st. Fasten off.

FINISHING
Sew cast-on edge of first section of I-Cord to base of first leaf forming a loop. Draw last leaf through loop to adjustlength of necklace.