Cowl to Cape and Back Again!

This Caron Yarn pattern will take you EVERYWHERE! Have fun with this!

Naturally Caron.com Country (75% Microdenier Acrylic/25% Merino Wool; 3oz/85g, 185yds/170m): #0017 Claret: 2 (2, 2)skeins
One pair size U.S. 10 (6mm) needles or size to obtain gauge
One crochet hook size U.S. G/6 (4mm)

Cable needle (cn)
Yarn needle
 
SIZES

Small, Medium and Large.

KNITTED MEASUREMENTS
Chest 34 (38, 42)”/86.5 (96.5, 106.5)cm circumference

GAUGE
In Stockinette Stitch using size U.S 10 (6mm) needles, 16 sts and 20 rows = 4”/10cm
Cable insert measures approx 9”/23cm long by 3 ½"/9cm wide

SPECIAL TERMS
C6B: Sl 3 sts to cn and hold in back, k3, k3 from cn.
C6F: Sl 3 sts to cn and hold in front, k3, k3 from cn.

STITCHES USED
Stockinette Stitch (St st):
Knit RS rows and purl WS rows.

NOTES

When increasing, knit 1 in stitch in row below.
When slipping stitches, slip knitwise on knit rows and slip purlwise with yarn in front on purl rows.


CABLE INSERT

CO 6 sts.
Row 1 (WS): K.
Row 2 (RS): K1, inc 1 st, k across to last st, inc 1 st, k last st—8 sts.
Row 3: P.
Rows 4-11: Rep Rows 2-3--16 sts.
Row 12: K1, inc 1 st in row below, k4, C6B, k4, inc 1 st in row below, k last st—18 sts.
Row 13: P.
Rows 14-15: Rep Rows 2-3—20 sts.
Row 16: K1, inc 1 st in row below, C6F, k6, C6F, inc 1 st in row below, k last st—22 sts.
Row 17: P.
Row 18: K.
Row 19: P.
Row 20: K8, C6B, k8.
Row 21: P.
Row 22: K.
Row 23: P.
Rows 24: K2, C6F, k6, C6F, k2.
Rows 25-40: Rep Rows 17-24 twice—22 sts.
Row 41: P2tog, p across to last 2 sts, p2tog—20 sts.
Row 42: K.
Row 43: Rep Row 41—18 sts.
Row 44: K6, C6B, k6.
Row 45: Rep Row 41—16 sts.
Row 46: K.
Rows 47-54: Rep Rows 45-46 four times--8 sts rem.
Row 55: K2tog, p across to last 2 sts, k2tog—6 sts.
BO. Do not cut off. Last loop on needle counts as first loop when sts are picked up along side edge below.
Row 56: Working along one side edge of previous rows, pick up 51 sts—52 sts on needle for cowl portion.
Note: For a neater edge, sl the first st of each row hereafter.
Row 57: P.
Row 58 (RS): (K4, yo) across to last 4 sts, k4.
Row 59: P64.
Work in St st until cowl portion measures 30 (34, 38)”, end with a WS row.
Next row: (K4, drop 1 st off left needle) across to last 4 sts, k4.
Next row: P across 52 sts.
BO.

FINISHING
Pull apart the sts at the dropped st location so that they are separated to Row 58.
Seam BO row to opposite side edge of cable insert. (Note: For best results, use crochet slip stitch to seam.)
Using yarn needle, weave in all ends securely.

A Shrug For All Seasons

Vickie Howell does it again with this adorable pattern with her new yarn from Caron.

SIZE
Small (Medium, Large, X-Large, 2X)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Width: 30 (32, 34, 36, 38)”/76 (81.5, 86.5, 91.5, 96.5)cm
Length: 28 (30, 32, 34, 36)”/71 (76, 81.5, 86.5, 91.5)cm
MATERIALS
Stitch.Rock.Love. Sheep(ish) from Caron (70% Acrylic/30% Wool; 3oz/85g, 167yds/153m)
#0009 Espresso(ish), 4 (4, 5, 5, 6) skeins

One circular needle size U.S. 8 (5 mm), 32 "/40cm long
Yarn needle

GAUGE
In Stockinette stitch, 18 sts and 22 rows = 4”/10cm
STITCHES USED 2x2 rib (multiple of 4 + 2)
Row 1 (RS): K2, *p2, k2; rep from * across.
Row 2: P2, *k2, p2; rep from * across.
Rep Rows 1 and 2 for 2x2 rib.

NOTES
Garment is worked flat on a circular needle to accommodate large number of
stitches.
Garment is a large rectangle with no shaping. Once folded, short seams form
armholes. Bottom edge (cast on) becomes lower hem, upper edge (bind off)
folds to become collar and front edges.

SHRUG
CO 134 (146, 154, 162, 170) sts. Work in 2x2 rib for 4” for lower hem.
Next row (RS): (K1, p1) twice, k to last 4 sts, (p1, k1) twice.

Next row: (P1, k1) twice, p to last 4 sts, (k1, p1) twice.
Rep these 2 rows for patt until piece measures 6 (7, 8, 9, 10)” from beg, ending
with a WS row.
Place marker at each edge for armhole seam.
Cont in patt until piece measures 14 (15, 16, 17, 18)” from beg, ending with a
WS row.
Place marker for foldline.
Cont in patt until piece measures 22 (23, 24, 25, 26)” from beg, ending with a
WS row.
Place marker at each edge for armhole seam.
Cont in patt until piece measures 24 (26, 28, 30, 32)” from beg, ending with a
WS row.
Work even 2x2 rib on all sts for 4” for collar. BO loosely in rib.

ASSEMBLY
Fold garment along foldline, with wrong sides together. Sew armhole seams
from lower hem ribbing to marker on each side. Using yarn needle, weave in all
ends.

To wear:
Open garment, folding bound off edge to form a wide collar around neck.

Bias Stitch Knit Scarf

Vickie Howell and her new Sheep(ish) yarn for Caron in WOW colors...(Go Vickie!)...has come up with a great pattern for an exciting pattern in a scarf:


FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approximately 8"/20.5cm wide
(measured along the bias) x 60"/152.5cm long, not including fringe.

MATERIALS
Stitch.Rock.Love. Sheep(ish) from Caron (70% Acrylic/30% Wool; 3oz/85g,167yds/153m) Shown in: #0021 Lime(ish): 2 balls
One pair size U.S. 9 (5.5mm) knitting needles, or size to obtain gauge.
One size U.S. K-10.5 (6.5mm) crochet hook (for fringe only).
Yarn Needle

GAUGE
In Bias Pattern on size U.S 9 (5.5mm) needle, 17 sts = 4"/10cm. Gauge is not critical for this project.
SPECIAL STITCH
pf&b: Purl in front and back of same stitch —1 st increased
SCARF
CO 33 sts.
Row 1 (RS): K2tog, k1, *p2, k2; repeat from * to last 2 sts, p1, pf&b.
Row 2: P1, k2, *p2, k2; repeat from * to last 2 sts, p2.
Row 3: K2tog, *p2, k2; repeat from * to last 3 sts, p2, pf&b.
Row 4: *K2, p2; repeat from * to last st, k1.
Repeat Rows 1–4 until piece measures 60"/152.5cm from beginning.
BO in patt.

FINISHING
Using yarn needle, weave in all ends.


Fringe (optional)
Cut 12"/30.5cm strands of yarn. Holding 5 strands together, fold fringe in half.
Using crochet hook, *insert hook from WS to RS into short end of Scarf and into
folded strands, pull folded strands through forming a loop, insert ends into
loop and pull tight against edge; repeat from * working 11 fringes evenly
spaced across. Repeat across other end of Scarf.

Year Round Sweater Jacket

This long sweater jacket is so lacy and light that it makes the perfect spring/summer sweater and light enough to be under a coat in the fall/winter. this pattern from Caron Yarns is really sweet!



SIZES

Small (Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X, 6X)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust: Approx 32 (36, 40, 44, 48, 52,56, 60, 64)”/81.5 (91.5, 101.5, 112, 122, 132, 142, 152.5, 162.5)cm
Length: 30 (30, 30, 30, 30, 30, 30, 33, 33)”/76 (76, 76, 76, 76, 76, 76, 84, 84)cm

MATERIALS
Caron International's 'Simply Soft' (100% Acrylic; #9913 Lt. Country Blue: 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 8, 9) skeins
One pair size U.S. 7 (4.5mm) needles or size to obtain gauge.
Crochet hook size G-6 (4mm)

Yarn needle

GAUGE
In pattern stitch, 17 sts and 24 rows = 4”/10cm

SPECIAL TERMS

sk2p: Slip 1, knit 2 tog, pass slip stitch over the knit 2 sts tog—2 sts decreased.

ssk: Slip 1 st as if to knit, slip next st as if to purl, then knit 2 sts tog through back loops—1 st decreased.

k2tog: Insert needle into front loop as to knit, insert needle into back loop of next st as to knit tbl, then knit 2 sts tog—1 st decreased.

STITCHES USED

Lacy Pattern A (multiple of 15 sts + 4):

Row 1 (RS): K2 (selvedge sts), *k4, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, ssk, k4; rep from *, end k2 (selvedge sts).

Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl.

Row 3: K2, *k3, k2tog, k1, yo, k3, yo, k1, ssk, k3; rep from *, end k2.

Row 5: K2, *k2, k2tog, k1, yo, k5, yo, k1, ssk, k2; rep from *, end k2.

Row 7: K2, *k1, k2tog, k1, yo, k7, yo, k1, ssk, k1; rep from *, end k2.

Row 9: K2, *k4, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, ssk, k4; rep from *, end k2.
Row 11: K2, *k3, k2tog, k1, yo, k3, yo, k1, ssk, k3; rep from *, end k2.

Row 13: K2, *k2, k2tog, k1, yo, k5, yo, k1, ssk, k2; rep from *, end k2.

Row 15: K2, *k1, k2tog, k1, yo, k7, yo, k1, ssk, k1; rep from *, end k2.
Row 16: Purl.

Lacy Pattern B (multiple of 15 sts + 4):
Row 1 (RS): K2 (selvedge sts), *k4, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, ssk, k4; rep from *, end k2 (selvedge sts).
Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl.
Row 3: K2, *k3, k2tog, k1, yo, k3, yo, k1, ssk, k3; rep from *, end k2.
Row 5: K2, *k2, k2tog, k1, yo, k5, yo, k1, ssk, k2; rep from *, end k2.
Row 7: K2, *k1, k2tog, k1, yo, k2, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, k1, ssk, k1; rep from *, end k2.
Row 9: K2, *k4, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, yo, k1, ssk, k4; rep from *, end k2.
Row 11: K2, *k3, k2tog, k1, yo, k3, yo, k1, ssk, k3; rep from *, end k2.
Row 13: K2, *k2, k2tog, k1, yo, k5, yo, k1, ssk, k2; rep from *, end k2.
Row 15: K2, *k1, k2tog, k1, yo, k2, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, k1, ssk, k1; rep from *, end k2.
Row 17: K2, *k3, yo, k2tog, k1, yo, sk2p, yo, k1, ssk, yo, k3; rep from*, end k2.
Row 19: K2, *k4, yo, k2tog, ssk, yo, k1, ssk, yo, k4; rep from *, end k2.
Row 21: K2, *k5, yo, k2tog, k1, ssk, yo, k5; rep from *, end k2.
Row 23: K2, *k6, yo, sk2p, yo, k6; rep from *, end k2.

Row 24: Purl.

BACK

CO 64 (79, 79, 94, 94, 109, 124, 124, 139) sts.

Work in St st for 2 rows.

Lace Pattern A

Maintaining 2 selvedge sts on each end of every row in St st, work Lace Pattern A, Rows 1-16, 10 (10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 11, 11) times.

Lace Pattern B

Maintaining 2 selvedge sts on each end of every row in St st, work Lace Pattern B, Rows 1-24, once.

Work in garter st for 3 rows.

BO.

RIGHT FRONT

CO 42 (42, 57, 57, 57, 72, 72, 87, 87) sts.
Work in St st for 2 rows Lace Pattern A

Row 1 (RS): K2, beg with st 8 of Lace Pattern A (refer to chart), then continue working Lace Pattern A to last 2 sts, k2. Note: This will make 2 ½ reps of patt st across row.

Rows 2-16: Continue as established until 16 rows of Lace Pattern A have been completed.
Repeat Rows 1-16 above 10 (10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 11, 11) times in all.

Lace Pattern B
Row 1 (RS): K2, beg with st 8 of Lace Pattern B (refer to chart), then continue working Lace Pattern B to last 2 sts, k2. Note: This will make 2 ½ reps of patt st across row.
Rows 2-24: Continue as established until 24 rows of Lace Pattern B have been completed.
Work in garter st for 3 rows.

LEFT FRONT
CO 42 (42, 57, 57, 57, 72, 72, 87, 87) sts.
Work in St st for 2 rows.
Lace Pattern A:
Row 1 (RS): K2, work Lace Pattern A across to last 10 sts, then work first 8 sts of Lace Pattern A, k2. Note: This will make 2 ½ reps of pattst across row.
Rows 2-16: Continue as established until 16 rows of Lace Pattern A have been completed.
Repeat Rows 1-16 above 10 (10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 10, 11, 11) times in all.

Lace Pattern B

Row 1 (RS): K2, work Lace Pattern B across to last 10 sts, then work first 8 sts of Lace pattern B, k2. Note: This will make 2 ½ reps of patt st across row.

Rows 2-24: Continue as established until 24 rows of Lace Pattern B have been completed.

Work in garter st for 3 rows.

SLEEVES (make 2)

CO 64 (64, 64, 79, 79, 79, 79, 79, 94) sts.

Lace Pattern A:

Maintaining 2 selvedge sts on each end of every row in St st, workLace Pattern A, Rows 1-16, 6 ½ (6 ½, 6 ½, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7) times in all, ending on pat Row 8 (8, 8, 16, 16, 16, 16, 16, 16).

Lace Pattern B:

Maintaining 2 selvedge sts on each end of every row in St st, work Lace Pattern B, Rows 1-24, once.

Work in garter st for 3 rows.

BO.

FINISHING

Sew shoulder seams. Sew Sleeves in place. Sew side and Sleeve seams.

Sparks Fly Scarf

This 2-colored scarf from Caron Yarns  has added extra interest because of the pattern. Choose your 2 favorite colors to knit this up!

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Scarf measures 6 ½”/16.5cm wide x 50”/127cm long

MATERIALS
Caron International Simply Soft
(100% Acrylic, 6oz/170g, 315yds/288m)

Shown in: #9727 Black (A), 6oz/170g Caron International Simly Soft Party (99 % Acrylic, 1% Polyester; 3oz/85g, 171yds/156m)

Shown in: #0003 Spring Sparkle (B), 6oz/170g

One pair size U.S. 7 (4.5 mm) needles or size to obtain gauge
Yarn needle
 
GAUGE
In Blackberry stitch, 24 sts and 28 rows = 4”/10 cm.




PATTERN STITCH
Blackberry Stitch (multiple of 4 sts):
Rows 1 and 2: Purl.
Row 3 (RS): Purl.
Row 4: *(K1, p1, k1) in next st, p3 tog; rep from * across.
Row 5: Purl.

Row 6: *P3 tog, (k1, p1, k1) in next st; rep from * across.

Rep Rows 3-6 for Blackberry st.

SCARF

With A, CO 36 sts.

Rows 1 and 2: Purl.

Rows 3 (RS): With A, purl.

Row 4: With B, p2, *(k1, p1, k1) in next st, p3 tog; rep from * to last 2 sts, p2.

Row 5: With B, purl.

Row 6: With A, p2, *p3 tog, (k1, p1, k1) in next st; rep from * to last 2 sts, p2.

Rep Rows 3-6 keeping first 2 and last 2 sts in p every row until scarf measures approximately 49 ½” from CO edge, ending with patt Row 3.

With A, purl 2 more rows.

BO all sts in knit.

FINISHING

Block scarf if needed.

Using yarn needle, weave in any loose ends.

A Wrap for All Seasons

This wrap knitted with pastel colors is great for all seasons: in fall wear it with grays or browns, in spring...pastels are always right. This Caron Yarn pattern looks complicated but it's so easy...

MATERIALS

NaturallyCaron.com Spa(75% Microdenier Acrylic/25% Rayon from bamboo; 3oz/85g, 251yds/230m):
0008 Misty Taupe (A): 2 balls
#0002 Coral Lipstick (B): 2 balls

One pair size U.S. 6 (4mm) needles orsize to obtain gauge
One size H-8 (5 mm) crochet hook
Stitch marker
Yarn needle
SIZE
Approximately 18”/46cm wide and 60”/152.5cm long

GAUGE
26 sts and 28 rows = 4”/10cm

NOTE
Gauge is not critical for this project

WRAP
Using A, CO 104 sts.
Row 1 (RS): Knit.
Row 2: Purl.
Row 3: Using B, k1, *sl 1 purlwise, k3; rep from * to the last 2 sts, sl 1, k1.
Row 4: Using B, p1, *sl 1 purlwise, p3; rep from * to last 2 sts, sl 1, p1.
Rows 5-6: Using A, rep Rows 1-2.
Row 7: Using B k3, *sl 1, k3; rep from * to end of row.
Row 8: Using B, p3, *sl 1, p3; rep from * to end of row.
Rows 9-10: Rep Rows 7-8.
Rep Rows 1-10 until wrap measures approximately 60”, ending with a WS row.
BO.

FINISHING
Border: With RS facing, using A and crochet hook, single crochet (sc) evenly along sides and ends of wrap working 3
sc in each corner. Mark beg of round. Work 2 more rnds sc in same manner. Fasten off.,
Using yarn needle, weave in yarn ends.

Your Guy's Favorite Hat

This will be your guy's favorite hat. Caron Yarns pattern with 3 yarn colors (his favorite team colors?) is a winner!

SIZES One size fits most

FINISHED MEASUREMENT

Hat circumference: 21 ½"/54.5cm

MATERIALS

Caron International's Simply Soft® (100% acrylic; 3oz/85g, approx 157yds/144m skein)Shown in: #9758 Forest Floor (A) and #9703 Bone (C) 3oz each Caron International's Simply Soft®Collection (100% acrylic; 3oz/85g, approx 157yds/144m skein)Shown in: #0013 Nutmeg (B) 3oz

One circular size U.S. 8 (5mm)

needle, 16"/40.5cm long or size to obtain gauge

Four size U.S. 8 (5mm) doublepointed needles (dpn)

Stitch marker

GAUGE

In Stoockinette stitch, using size U.S.8 (5mm) needles, 18 sts and 24 rnds= 4”/10cm.

STITCHES USED
K2, p2 rib

Slip stitch pattern

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: Knit.

Rnd 3: *K1, sl 1; rep from * around.

Rnd 4: P1, *yb, sl 1, yf, p1; rep from * to last st, sl 1.

Rep Rnds 1-4 for Slip st patt.

NOTE

When changing colors, always cross yarn in back of work to prevent holes.

HAT

Brim

Using A and circular needle, CO 96 sts. Join being careful not to twist st, placing marker at beg of rnd. Work around in k2, p2 rib for 5”.

Crown

Work in Slip st patt alternating one row each of B, C and A throughout. Work until hat measures 9” from CO sts ending with Rnd 1.

Shaping: (Note: Shaping is always worked on patt Rnd 2. Change to dpns when hat becomes too small for circular needle.)

First dec:

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: *K16, k3tog, rep from * to last st, k1--86 sts.

Rnds 3 and 4: Rep patt Rnds 3 and 4.

Second dec:

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: *K14, k3tog; rep from * to last st, k1—76 sts.

Rnds 3 and 4: Rep patt Rnds 3 and 4.

Third dec:

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: *K12, k3tog; rep from * to last st, k1—66 sts.

Rnds 3 and 4: Rep patt Rnds 3 and 4.

Fourth dec:

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: *K10, k3tog, rep from end with k1—56 sts.

Rnds 3 and 4: Rep patt Rnds 3 and 4.

Fifth dec:

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: *K8, k3tog, rep from end with k1—46 sts.

Rnds 3 and 4: Rep patt Rnds 3 and 4.

Sixth dec:

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: *K6, k3tog, rep from end with k1—36 sts.

Rnds 3 and 4: Rep patt Rnds 3 and 4.

Seventh dec:

Rnd 1: Knit.

Rnd 2: *K4, k3tog, rep from end with k1—26 sts.

Rnd 3: *K2, k3tog; rep from * around, end k1—16 sts.

Fasten off leaving a 12” strand. Thread strand through yarn needle and slip through remaining sts drawing firmly to close.

Using yarn needle, weave in ends.

Lacy Poncho

Dress this up or wear it with jeans...this Caron Yarns pattern is a perfect cover up without the bulk!

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
7”x 48” excluding fringe

SIZES
S, M (Teen), M, L (Adult)

MATERIALS
Caron International's Simply Soft Brites
4 ply, Worsted Weight (100% acrylic; 6 oz/170g): 2 skeins # 9610 Grape
Size US #13 or #15 knitting ndls
size J crochet hook

PONCHO
CO 33 (43) sts. Purl 1 row.
Pattern:
R1: K1, *K1-YO-K3-Sl 1-K2tog-PSSO-K3-YO* end K2.
Rows 2-4-6: Purl.
R3: K1* K2-YO-K2-Sl 1-K2tog-PSSO-K2-YO-K1* end K3 instead of K1.
R5: K1-K2tog* YO-K1-YO-K1-Sl1-K2tog-PSSO-K1-YO-K1-YO-Sl 1-
K2tog-PSSO* end YO-K1-YO- K2tog-K1
Added clarification for Row 5: rep from *, ending last rep [k1, yo] twice, k2tog, k1.
The last time you repeat from the * instead of doing the sl 1, k2tog, psso after the [k1, yo] twice, you end with k2tog, k1. Therefore the last time through the repeat you only work 5 sts instead of 10 and then work the 5 ending stitches. This works out to 43 sts. For the last 10-st repeat of the pattern, there is no compensating increase (yo) after the double decrease
(sl 1, k2tog, PSSO), so instead of working 'sl 1, k2tog, psso' (a double
decrease, using 3 sts) you work 'k2tog' (a single decrease, using 2 sts),
then knit the last st (which is actually an edge st throughout the Stitch
pattern). This will keep the stitch count consistent on Row 5.
Repeat rows 1-6 for 30”. Bind off loosely.
Make 2 pieces.

FINISHING
Lay pieces flat. Mark each piece according to diagram.

Join and pin seams as shown.

NECKLINE
Using crochet hook, SC in each loop decreasing in each “V” or seam. Join.
Finish with Backward SC or Shell Stitch.

FRINGE
Cut 10”-Use 3 strands.

Ruffled Round Pillow

Add a little ruffle to your bed pillows. These are soft and oh, so girly! Beginner knitters may need some assistance on some stitches on this one.


KNITTED SIZE
12"/30.5cm diameter (without ruffle)
MATERIALS
Caron International's Simply Soft Eco
(80% acrylic, 20% Post-Consumer
Recycled Polyester, 5oz/142g, 249yds/227m):
Color #0015 Aqua Mist, 8oz/227g
One pair size U.S. 8 (8mm) needles or size to obtain gauge
Two size U.S. 8 (5mm) doublepointed needles (dpns)
Crochet hook size I-9 (5.5mm)
Yarn needle
Pins, sewing needle and thread 12"/30.5cm round pillow form
Two buttons (optional)

GAUGE
In cable stitch using size U.S. 11
(8mm), 14 sts and 16 rows = 4"/10 cm

GAUGE
In Stockinette stitch using size U.S. 8 (5mm) needles, 17 sts and 23 rows
= 4”/10 cm

STITCHES USED
Stockinette stitch (St st)
Reverse Stockinette stitch (Rev St st)
Single crochet (sc)

SPECIAL TERMS
w&t: wrap and turn

PILLOW (Make 1 Front and 1 Back)
CO 26 sts.
First wedge:
Row 1 (WS): P to 4 sts from end, w&t.
Rows 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 (RS): K all sts.
Row 3: P to 4 sts before last turn, w&t.
Row 5: P to 4 sts from last turn, w&t.
Row 7: P to 4 sts from last turn, w&t.
Row 9: P to 4 sts from last turn, w&t.
Row 11: P to 3 sts from last turn, w&t.
Row 13: P3 sts, w&t.
Row 14: K all sts.
Second to Sixteenth Wedges
Repeat First Wedge 15 times more (224 rows total).
Graft sides together to form circle.

RUFFLE
CO 12 sts. Work in Rev St st for 346 rows or long enough to reach around
outer edge of circle. BO.

FINISHING
Close center hole in each round piece by making running stitches around
edge. Gather tightly and secure.
Steam ruffle piece very lightly to flatten.
Using tail end, graft ruffle ends together forming a large loop (knit side or
purl side can be used as RS).

Crochet Edging
Rnd 1: With RS facing and crochet hook, work 1 rnd sc around one side of
ruffle.
Rnd 2: Sc in next sc, *(ch 3, sl st in same sc—picot), sc in next 2 sc;
repeat from * around, end with slip stitch in first sc. Fasten off.
Weave in ends on all pieces. Block round pieces.

Pillow assembly
Gather unfinished side of ruffle with small running stitches to fit circle. Pin
and baste to pillow front. Sew together by hand or sewing machine. Put
remaining piece on top, with RSs together and sew leaving a 5" opening.
Insert pillow form in opening and sew opening closed.

I-Cord
With dpn, CO 3 sts.
K3, do not turn. Slide sts back to beg of needle to work next row from RS,
pulling yarn tightly across WS. Repeat from * until I-cord is long enough to
reach around pillow.
Last row: Sl 1, k2tog, psso. Fasten off.
Sew I-cord in place around pillow (see photo).
Optional: Add buttons to centers.

Spring Beanie

Have fun knitting this lace beanie. Wear it with your new Boho look!


MATERIALS
Naturally Caron.com Country
75% Microdenier acrylic, 25% Merino wool; 3
oz/100 g, 185 yds/170 m ball): 3 oz
Shown in: #0021 Peacock, 3oz/85g
One circular size U.S. 5 (3.75 mm) needle, 16”/40.5cm long, or size to obtain gauge
One circular size U.S. 4 (3.5mm) needle, 16"/40.5cm long
One set of double pointed needles (dpn) size U.S. 5 (3.75 mm)
Stitch marker
Yarn needle
Row counter (optional)



FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Hat measures approximately 15”/38cm circumference (unstretched)
GAUGE
In Basic Pattern using larger needles, 10 sts and 15 rows = 4"/10 cm


SPECIAL TERMS
k2tog (dec): Knit 2 sts together through the front loops.
M1: Make 1 (inc): Lift strand between needles to LH needle and work strand through the back loop, twisting it to prevent a hole
Chain Loop: Knit next st but do not drop st from LH needle, [yo on RH needle, pass st over] 5 times, knit through back in next LH needle st, pass RH needle st over.
NOTE
Place a marker (pm) at beginning of round, and move up each round.




HAT
Brim
Using smaller needle, CO 72 sts loosely.
Join, being careful not to twist sts; pm for beginning of rnd.
Rnds 1-6: [K1, p2, k1] 18 times.




Body
Change to larger needle.
Rnd 1: [K1, yo, k1, k2tog] 18 times.
Rnd 2: [K3, work chain loop] 18 times.
Rnd 3: K.
Rnds 3-36: Rep Rnds 1–3, 11 times more.




Shape Crown
Note: Change to dpns as needed.
Rnd 1: [*K1, yo, k1, k2tog; rep from * once more; k2, k2tog] 6 times--66 sts.
Rnd 2: [*K3, work chain loop; rep from * once more; k2, work chain loop] 6 times.
Rnd 3: [K9, k2tog] 6 times--60 sts.
Rnd 4: [*K1, yo, k1, k2tog; rep from * once more; k2] 6 times.
Rnd 5: [*K3, work chain loop; rep from * once more; k1, work chain loop] 6 times.
Rnd 6: [K8, k2tog] 6 times--54 sts.
Rnd 7: [K1, yo, k1, k2tog, k1, yo, k1, k3tog] 6 times--48 sts.
Rnd 8: [*K3, work chain loop] 12 times.
Rnd 9: [K6, k2tog] 6 times--42 sts.
Rnd 10: [K1, yo, k1, k2tog, k1, k2tog] 6 times--36 sts.
Rnd 11: [*K3, work chain loop, k2tog] 6 times--30 sts.
Rnd 12: [K3, k2tog] 6 times--24 sts.
Rnd 13: K.
Cut yarn, leaving an 18" tail.




FINISHING
Thread yarn needle with tail, run tail through remaining sts; pull to gather top and fasten off securely.
Using yarn needle, weave in ends.

Mosaic Scarves for You and Him!

Last weekend I took a knitting class at Hill Country Weavers on Mosaic Knitting. What fun! So in honor of my fellow classmates, here is a great scarf pattern to continue on past that washcloth we made!

MATERIALS
Naturally Caron.com Country
75% Microdenier acrylic, 25% Merino wool; 3 oz/100 g, 185 yds/170 m ball):
Shown in (Hers): #09 Renaissance Rose (MC) and #08 Silver Service (CC), 1.5oz/43g each
Shown in (His): #17 Claret (MC) and #15 Deep Taupe (CC), 2.5oz/64g each
One pair size U.S. 8(5 mm) needles, or size to obtain gauge
Stitch markers
Yarn needle

SIZES: Hers (His)
KNITTED MEASUREMENTS
Width 6 (8)"/15 (20.5cm
Length 36 (42)"/91.5 (106.5)cm

GAUGE
In Mosaic pattern, 22sts and 32 rows = 4"/10 cm

STITCHES USED
Garter stitch (Garter st)

NOTES
On all RS rows, slip all slip stitches with yarn in back. On all WS rows, slip all slip stitches with yarn in front.
Slip all stitches as if to purl.
When changing colors at right edge on RS, bring new color up from under the previous color.

SCARF
Using MC, CO 35 (45) sts.
Row 1 and 2: Knit with MC.
Row 3 and 4: Change to CC, knit.
Rep Rows 1-3, 0 (1) times, ending with a WS row.
Place markers (pm) 1 (3) sts in from each edge and keep sts outside markers in garter st as est, changing colors according
to pattern st.

Est Pattern
Row 1 (RS): With MC, k to marker, slip marker (sm), k2, *sl 1, k1; rep from * to 1 st before marker, k1, sm, k to end.
Row 2: K to marker, sm, k2, *(sl 1, p1) twice, sl 1, k1; rep from * to 1 st before marker, k1, sm, k to end.
Row 3: With CC, k to marker, sm, k3, *sl 1, k1, sl 1, k3; rep from * to marker, sm, k to end.
Row 4: K to marker, sm, k3, * sl 1, p1, sl 1, k3; rep from * to marker, sm, k to end.
Row 5: With MC, k to marker, sm, k4, *sl 1, k5; rep from * to 5 sts before marker, sl 1, k4, sm, k to end.
Row 6: K to marker, sm, p4, *sl 1, p5; rep from * to 5 sts before marker, sl 1, p4, sm, k to end.
Row 7: With CC, k to marker, sm, k1, * sl 1, k5; rep from * to 2 sts before marker, sl 1, k1, sm, k to end.
Row 8: K to marker, sm, k1, * sl 1, k2, p1, k2; rep from * to 2 sts before marker, sl 1, k1, sm, k to end.
Row 9: With MC, k to marker, sm, k2, *sl 1, k1; rep from * to 1 st before marker, k1, sm, k to end.
Row 10: K to marker, sm, p2, *(sl 1, k1) twice, sl 1, p1; rep from * to 1 st before marker, p1, sm, k to end.
Row 11: With CC, k to marker, sm, k1, * sl 1, k5; rep from * to 2 sts before marker, sl 1, k1, sm, k to end.
Row 12: K to marker, sm, k1, * sl 1, k2, p1, k2; rep from * to 2 sts before marker, sl 1, k1, sm, k to end.
Row 13: With MC, k to marker, sm, k4, *sl 1, k5; rep from * to 5 sts before marker, sl 1, k4, sm, k to end.
Row 14: K to marker, sm, p4, *sl 1, p5; rep from * to 5 sts before marker, sl 1, p4, sm, k to end.
Row 15: With CC, k to marker, sm, k3, *sl 1, k1, sl 1, k3; rep from * to marker, sm, k to end.
Row 16: K to marker, sm, k3, * sl 1, p1, sl 1, k3; rep from * to marker, sm k to end.
Row 17 (RS): With MC, k to marker, sm, k2, *sl 1, k1; rep from * to 1 st before marker, k1, sm, k to end.
Row 18: K to marker, sm k2, *(sl 1, p1) twice, sl 1, k1; rep from * to 1 st before marker, k1, k to end.
Row 19: With CC, k to end.
Row 20: K to end.
Rep Rows 1-20 until piece measures approx 36 (41)” from beg, ending with Row 20.
For Hers: Change to MC, k 1 row. BO in pattern
For His: Change to MC, k 2 rows. Change to CC, k 2 rows. Change to MC, k1 row. BO.

FINISHING
Block pieces to measurements.
Using yarn needle, weave in ends.

Happy Thanksgiving! Ready! Set! Make Gifts!

Happy Thanksgiving to all! OK...you cooked, you cleaned, you ate...now it's time to get your gift making in full gear! And if you don't make the gift...make the bag it comes in!


SIZES
S (M, L)
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Small: 4 x 6 1/4"/10 x 16cm
Medium: 7 1/2 x 10"/19 x 25.5cm
Large: 8 1/2 x 11"/21.5 x 28 cm

MATERIALS
Caron International's Simply Soft Party (99% Acrylic/1% Polyester, 164 yd/150m, 3 oz/85g): 3 oz(A), 2 oz (B), 1 oz (C)



Shown in: #0005 Royal Sparkle (A); #0006 Purple Sparkle (B);
#0003 Spring Sparkle (C)
Note: Yarn quantities are sufficient to make all three bags.
One circular needle, size US 9 (5.5mm), 20"/50cm or 24"/60cm long, or size to obtain gauge 23"/58.5cm sage green organdy ribbon (for small bag)—3/8"/10mm 32"/81.5cm cream organdy ribbon (for medium bag)—7/8"/22mm 1yd//91.5cm cream wired organdy ribbon (for large bag)—7/8"/22mm
Yarn needle.

GAUGE
Gauge is not critical for this project.

SPECIAL STITCH
k1-f/b: Knit 1 front and back – Knit next st, then knit it through the back loop. (1 st increased)

GAUGE
Gauge is not critical for this project
NOTE
Circular needle is needed to accommodate large number of stitches
in ruffle. Work back and forth on circular needle, as if working on straight needles.

SMALL BAG
With C, cast on 30 sts.
Row 1 (WS): K2, *p2, k2; repeat from * to end of row.
Repeat Row 1 until piece measures 5"/12.5cm from beginning, end
with a WS row.
Eyelet Row (RS): K2, *yo, k2tog, k1; repeat from * to last st, k1—9 eyelets.
Ruffle
Row 1: Purl.
Row 2: K1-f/b in each st across—60 sts.
Row 3: Purl.
Rows 4 and 5: Knit.
Bind off in knit. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail to sew side and
bottom seam.

Finishing
Block if desired. Fold piece in half with WS together, bringing side edges together. Sew side and bottom seam. Using yarn needle,
weave in all ends. Weave the 23"/58.5cm ribbon through the eyelet
row, beginning at center front of bag. Tie ends of ribbon into a bow and trim ends.

MEDIUM BAG
With B, cast on 50 sts.
Beginning with a WS row (purl row), work in Stockinette st (k on RS, p on WS) until piece measures 8 1/2"/21.5cm from beginning, end with a WS row.
Eyelet Row (RS): K2, *yo, k2tog, k1; repeat from * to end of row—
16 eyelets.
Ruffle
Row 1: Purl.
Row 2: K1-f/b in each st across—100 sts.
Row 3: Purl.
Rows 4-8: Knit.
Bind off in knit. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail to sew side and bottom seam.

Finishing
Block if desired. Fold piece in half with WS together, bringing side edges together. Sew side and bottom seam. Using yarn needle,
weave in all ends. Weave the 32"/81.5cm ribbon through the eyelet
row, beginning at center front of bag. Tie ends of ribbon into a bow and trim ends.

LARGE BAG
With A, cast on 76 sts.
Row 1 (RS): *k2, p1; repeat from * to last st, k1.
Row 2: P1, *k2, p1; repeat from * to end of row.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 9 1/2"/24cm from beginning, end with a WS row.
Eyelet Row (RS): K1, *yo, k2tog, k1; repeat from * to end of row—
25 eyelets.
Ruffle
Row 1: Purl.
Row 2: K1-f/b in each st across—152 sts.
Row 3: Purl.
Row 4: Knit.
Row 5: Purl.
Rows 6–8: Knit.
Bind off in knit. Fasten off, leaving a long enough tail to sew side and bottom seam.

Finishing
Block if desired. Fold piece in half with WS together, bringing side edges together. Sew side and bottom seam. Using yarn needle,
weave in all ends. Weave the 1yd/91.5cm ribbon through the eyelet
row, beginning at center front of bag. Tie ends of ribbon into a bow and trim ends.

Shoulder Shawl

What a great little shawl for your holiday dresses! Try a metallic yarn or add a sequin yarn to this knit to give it some sparkle!

YARN
Naturally Caron.com Spa (75% Microdenier acrylic, 25% rayon from bamboo; 3oz/85g, 251yds/230m): Color #00042 Coral Lipstick, 6oz/170g
One U.S. size 6 (4mm), 24”/61cm or 29"/73.5 cm circular needle or size to obtain gauge

SIZE One size

KNITTED MEASUREMENTS
Approximately 19”/48.5cm deep x 48”/122cm wide

GAUGE
On Stockinette st, 23 sts and 30 rows = 4”/10 cm.

NOTES
Due to the elasticity of the pattern stitch, gauge is measured over Stockinette stitch.
Due to the difficulty in measuring the shawl while on the needles, size is determined by the number of stitches.
Circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of sts. However be sure to work back and forth on circular needle and do not join.

SHAWL
CO 7 sts.
Row 1: Knit.
Row 2 (RS): K3, yo, k1, yo, k3—9 sts.
Row 3 and all odd numbered rows (WS): K3, purl to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 4: K3, yo, k3, yo, k3—11 sts.
Row 6: K3, yo, k1, yo, sl 1, k2 tog, psso, yo, k1, yo, k3—13 sts.
Row 8: K3, yo, k2, yo, sl 1, k2 tog, psso, yo, k2, yo, k3—15 sts.
Row 10: K3, yo, k3, yo, sl 1, k2 tog, psso, yo, k3, yo, k3—17 sts.
Row 12: K3, yo, k4, yo, sl 1, k2 tog, psso, yo, k4, yo, k3—19 sts.
Row 14: K3, yo, k1, *yo, sl 1, k2 tog, psso, yo, k1; rep from * to last 3 sts, yo, k3—21 sts.
Row 16: K3, yo, k2, *yo, sl 1, k2 tog, psso, yo, k1; rep from * to last 4 sts, k1, yo, k3—23 sts.
Row 18: K3, yo, k3, *yo, sl 1, k2 tog, psso, yo, k1; rep from * to last 5 sts, k2, yo, k3—25 sts.
Row 20: K3, yo, k4, *yo, sl 1, k2 tog, psso, yo, k1; rep from * to last 6 sts, k3, yo, k3—27 sts.
Rep Rows 14-21 for patt until there are 179 sts on needle, ending with Row 21.
Knit next row loosely and BO all sts.

FINISHING
Block shawl to measurements. Weave in ends.

Urban Planner Slouchy Hat by Vickie Howell

Vickie Howell came out with this great slouchy hat pattern...enjoy!

SIZE (Stretches to Fit)
Toddler (Child, Women’s S/M, Women’s L/XL&Men’s S/M)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
14 ½ (16, 18, 20, 21)”/37 (40.5, 45.5, 51, 53.5)cm (unstretched)


MATERIALS
Caron International's Simply Soft® Paints (100% Acrylic, 4oz/113g,
200yd/182m): Shown in: #0009 Sticks & Stones, 4 (4, 4, 6, 6)oz/113 (113, 113, 170,170)g
One size U.S. 8 (5mm) circular needle, 112 (12, 12, 16, 16)”/30.5 (30.4, 30.5, 40.5. 40.5)cm long
Stitch Marker
Yarn Needle

GAUGE
In k2, p2 rib, 18 sts and 20 rows = 4”/10cm

BEANIE
CO 64 (72, 80, 88, 92) sts. Place marker; join, taking care not to twist sts.

Brim:
Rnds 1-8: *K2, p2; rep from * to end.

Body:
Rnd 9: *(P1, k1, p1) in to next st, k3tog; rep from * to end.
Rnd 10: Purl.
Rnd 11: *K3tog, (p1, k1, p1) into next st; rep from * to end.
Rnd 12: Purl.
Rep Rnds 9-12 until piece measures 8 (9, 10, 11, 12)” from CO edge. BO, leaving a 12” tail.

FINISHING
Note: Last round worked is top of hat with the tail at the center back of hat.
To close Hat: Thread tail through yarn needle, insert into top, center and sew a couple of sts. Pinch side edges to the same center point and stitch the edges together. The top of the hat will now be in a star formation. Continue to pinch opposite edges and stitch them together until top of hat is completely closed.
Fasten off.
Using yarn needle, weave in ends.

Strasbourg Vest

This vest pattern is extremely versatile, you can wear it many ways by adjusting the ties.

YARN
Naturally Caron.com Country (75% Microdenier Acrylic/25% Merino Wool 3 oz/85 g, 185 yds/169 m skein):
Color #0018 Spice House:
8 (9, 10, 11, 13, 14)oz/226 (255, 283, 311, 368, 396)g
One circular size U.S. 7 (4.5mm) needle, 32"/81.5cm long or size to obtain gauge
One pair straight size U.S. 7 (4.5mm) needles
One pair size U.S. 6 (4mm) straight needles (for buttonband)
One crochet hook size U.S. G (4mm) (for ties)
Split ring stitch markers
4 stitch holders
Yarn needle 6 (6, 6, 7, 7, 7) buttons, ¾"/2cm diameter

SIZES
Small (Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X).
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust (when buttoned): 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56)”/91.5 (101.5, 112, 122, 132, 142)cm
Length 14 (15, 16, 16 ½, 17, 17)"/35.5 (38, 40.5, 42, 43, 43)cm

GAUGE
In Stockinette stitch, using size U.S. 7 (4.5mm) needle, 18 sts and 24 rows = 4”/10cm

STITCHES USED
Stockinette Stitch (St st):
Knit RS rows and purl WS rows.
Seed Stitch (Seed st):
Row 1: (K1, p1) across, ending with k1 if there are an odd number of sts.
Row 2: Knit the purl sts and purl the knit sts (as they face you).
Rep Row 2 for Seed st.
SPECIAL TERMS
To increase, knit 1 in stitch below.
NOTES
Garment is worked back and forth on circular needle.
Garment starts with the collar band, knitted horizontally.
Stitches for the body are then picked up along the Collar Band in three sections (two fronts and back), worked separately down toward bottom of armhole, then joined after completion of armhole and worked in one piece down to hem.
The top widths of the back and fronts on the two largest sizes may appear too big when flat, however they will gather appropriately when worn fully closed.

VEST
Collar Band
With large circular needle, CO 15 sts. Do not join.
Row 1 (WS): K.
Row 2 (RS): P.
Rows 3-4: Rep Rows 1-2.
Row 5: Rep Row 1.
Row 6: K4, yo, k2tog, k3, k2tog, yo, k4.
Row 7: P.
Row 8: K.
Row 9: P.
Row 10: Rep Row 6.
Rep Rows 1-10 until 400 (410, 420, 430, 440, 440) rows completed. Rep Rows 1-4 once more. BO all sts.

Body
Note: There are 81 (83, 85, 87, 89, 89) five-row sections (including the BO row) in the collar band. Mark sections along one long side of the collar band to begin picking up sts for the body as follows:
Count 13 (14, 14, 15, 15, 15) five-row sections across for first front, pm (place marker), count 15 five-row sections across for armhole, pm, count 25 (25, 27, 27, 29, 29) five-row sections across for back, pm, count 15 five-row sections across for armhole, pm, there are 13 (14, 14, 15, 15, 15) five-row sections remaining for second front.

First Front
Row 1: With larger straight needles and RS facing, pick up 32 (35, 37, 39, 42, 46) sts evenly to first marker.
Row 2 (WS): K3, p across.
Row 3 (RS): K.
Rep Rows 2-3 until piece measures 5 ½ (6, 6, 5 ½, 6, 6 ½)” from top of collar band, ending with a RS row.
Next row (WS): K3, p across.
Next row (RS): K to last 3 sts, inc 1, k3—33 (36, 38, 40, 43, 47)sts.
Next row: K3, p across.
Rep last 2 rows 3 (3, 5, 7, 7, 7) times more—36 (39, 43, 47, 50,54) sts.
Next row: K. Place sts on holder.

Back
Row 1: With larger straight needles and RS facing, pick up 63 (71, 77, 79, 84, 94) sts evenly between 2nd and 3rd markers.
Row 2 (WS): K3, p across to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 3 (RS): K.
Rep rows 2-3 until piece measures 5 ½ (6, 6, 5 ½, 6, 6 ½)” from top of collar band, ending with a RS row.
Next row (WS): K3, p across to last 3 sts, k3.
Next row (RS): K3, inc 1, k to last 3 sts, inc 1, k3—65 (73, 79,81, 86, 96) sts.
Next row: K3, p across to last 3 sts, k3.
Rep last 2 rows 3 (3, 5, 7, 7, 7) times more—71 (79, 89, 95, 100, 110) sts.
Next row: K across. Place sts on holder.

Second Front
Row 1: With larger straight needles and RS facing, pick up 32 (35, 37, 39, 42, 46) sts evenly after 4th marker.
Row 2 (WS): P across to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 3 (RS): K.
Rep Rows 2-3 until piece measures 5 ½ (6, 6, 5 ½, 6, 6 ½)” from top of collar band, ending with a RS row.
Next row (WS): P across to last 3 sts, k3.
Next row (RS): K3, inc 1, k across—33 (36, 38, 40, 43, 47) sts.
Next row: P across to last 3 sts, k3.
Rep last 2 rows 3 (3, 5, 7, 7, 7) times more—36 (39, 43, 47, 50,54) sts.
Next row (RS): K.

Joining
Row 1 (WS): With circular needle, p across second front sts to last 3 sts, pm, k3, CO 8 (10, 10, 12, 16, 17) sts for underarm; working into sts from Back holder, k3, pm, p across to last 3 sts, pm, k3; CO 8 (10, 10, 12, 16, 17) sts for underarm, working into sts from last holder (first front), k3, pm, p across—159 (177, 195, 213, 232, 252) sts.
Row 2 (RS): K across slipping markers.
Row 3: P to next marker, remove marker; rep from * across all markers, p to end.
Work in St st until piece measures 13 (14, 15, 15 ½, 16, 16)” from top of Collar Band.
Work in Seed st until piece measures 14 (15, 16, 16 ½, 17, 17)” from top of Collar Band. BO in knit.

Left Front Button Band
With smaller straight needles and RS facing, pick up sts evenly along Left Front straight edge. Take note of the number of sts to ensure that the same number of sts is picked up when working on the Right Front.
Rows 1-7: Work in Seed st.
BO in knit.

Right Front Button Band
With smaller needles and RS facing, pick up same number of sts evenly along Right Front straight edge.
Rows 1-3: Work in Seed st.
Mark 6 (6, 6, 7, 7, 7) buttonhole positions evenly spaced along button band.
Row 4 (Note: In order to maintain Seed st, buttonhole is always worked after a k st as it is placed in patt).Work in across in Seed st, except working [yo, k2tog] at each buttonhole position.
Rows 5-7: Work in Seed st.
BO in knit.

Ties (make 2)
With crochet hook, *ch 1, sc in back horizontal bar of ch, rep from * until tie measures 47 (50, 51, 52, 54, 55)". Fasten off. Weave ties in open spaces on Collar Band, leaving sufficient length at each end to fasten as desired.

FINISHING
Sew buttons to Left Front opposite buttonholes.
Using yarn needle, weave in ends.



Designed by Kim Guzman.