Learn Your Yarn-Overs with this Shrug!

This cool "TWIST" on a shrug will help you get yarn-overs down pat!
SIZES
Directions are for women’s size Small. Changes for sizes Medium and Large are in parentheses.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Bust – 30(34-36)”
Length – 14(16-18)”
Note: Due to the drape of this garment, each size will fit multiple sizes

MATERIALS
7(9-11) Hanks BERROCO PURE PIMA (50 grs), #2250 Lavender Lustre
Straight knitting needles, size 7 (4.50 mm) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
29” Length circular knitting needle, size 7 (4.50 mm)

GAUGE
16 sts = 4”; 28 rows = 4” in Pat St after blocking
TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE
Note: When measuring garment, measure the length stretched – as if it were blocked.

NOTE
Front of garment is worked from side to side. Sts for back are picked up along side edges of front and worked down.

ROMAN STRIPE PATTERN (Even number of sts)
Row 1: K1, * yo, k1, rep from * to last st, end k1.
Row 2: K1, purl to last st, end k1.
Row 3: K1, * k2 tog, rep from * to last st, end k1.
Rows 4 and 5: K1, * yo, k2 tog, rep from * to last st, end k1.
Rows 6 and 7: Knit.
Rep these 7 rows for Roman Stripe Pat.
Note: Due to the odd number of rows in this pat st, the RS will change from repeat to repeat and the stitch is completely reversible.

FRONT
With straight needles, cast on 24(28-32) sts. Work even in Roman Stripe Pat for 12”. Mark end of last row for beg of RS rows. Cast on 32(36-40) sts at end of the next row – 56(64-72) sts. Work even in Roman Stripe Pat until piece measures 39(41-43)” from beg, end on WS.
Bind off 32(36-40) sts at beg of the next RS row – 24(28-32) sts. Work even until piece measures 12” above bound-off sts.
Bind off.
Measure in 16½” from cast-on and bound-off edges at outer edges of front and mark as A and B (see schematic).

BACK
With circular needle, beg at cast-on edge and pick up and k66(70-74) sts to point A; cast on 32 sts for back neck; fold front, bringing point B to top and pick up and k66(70-74) sts from point B to bound-off edge – 164(172-180) sts.
Beg with Row 2, work even in Roman Stripe Pat for 6(7-8)”. Bind off 48 sts at beg of the next 2 rows – 68(76-84) sts. Continue to work even in Roman Stripe Pat for approximately 1”, end on Row 6
of pat.
Dec Row: K1, k2 tog, k to last 3 sts, SSK, k1 – 66(74-82) sts. Rep this dec every 2(2¼-2½)” 3 times more – 60(68-76) sts. Work even until piece measures 8(9-10)” above picked-up sts. Bind off.

FINISHING
Sew side and sleeve seams. Gather center of lower back edge forming small pleats as shown in photo. Sew lower edge together to hold in place.

Ruffled- Ends Scarf

Another cool scarf that could be adapted with many yarns!

Materials:
2 skeins of Cascade Venezia
#13 needles
Tapestry needle


Instructions:
CO 72 sts
Row 1: Knit
Row 2: K2tog to the end of row. 36 sts remain.
Row 3: P2tog to end of row. 18 sts remain.
Row 4: *K2, P2*, *Repeat to end of row.
Repeat Row 4 until scarf is 3 inches from desired length.
Row 5: *P Inc*, repeat to end of row-36 sts.
Row 6: *K Inc*, repeat to end of row-72sts.
Row 7: Knit.
BO and weave in ends.

Abbreviations:
CO-Cast on
Sts-Stitches
K-Knit
P-Purl
Inc-Knit/purl in the front and back of the stitch
K2tog-Knit two together
BO-Bind off

Hooded Poncho

We've talked scarves and shawls...how about trying to knit a poncho! Depending on the yarn, it could be a beach cover-up or an autumn chill chaser. Remember to check your gauge! SIZE
Width 43" [109 cm] edge to edge Length 23" [58.5 cm]

MATERIALS
• LION BRAND Wool-Ease Thick & Quick 3 balls #143 Claret (A)
3 balls #135 Spice (B)
1 ball #131 Grass (C) or colors of your choice
• Size 15 [10 mm] knitting needles OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
• Size 13 [9 mm] knitting needles
• Size 13 [9 mm] 16” [40 cm] circular needle
• stitch holders
• large-eyed, blunt needle

GAUGE
8.5 sts + 12 rows = 4” [10 cm] in St st (k on RS, p on WS) on larger needles. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

BACK
With smaller needles and A, cast on 92 sts. Work in garter st (knit every row) for 6 rows. Changing to larger needles, work first and last 5 sts in garter st and center sts in St st. Work even until piece measures 12” [30.5 cm] from beg. Change to C and work even for 10 rows. Change to B and work even until piece measures 23” [58.5 cm]. Placing center 20 sts on holder, bind off remaining sts.

FRONT
Work as for Back until piece measures 20 1/2” [52 cm], ending with a WS row.
Next row (RS) Work 40 sts, place center 12 sts on holder, join 2nd ball of yarn and work even to end – 40 sts each side.
Cont to work both sides at same time, bind off 2 sts from each neck edge twice – 36 sts each side. Work even until piece measures same length as Back. Bind off all sts.

FINISHING
Sew shoulder seams. With RS facing, circular needle, and B, and starting at left shoulder, pick up and knit 24 sts around Front neck, including 12 sts from holder, and 20 sts from Back neck holder – 44 sts. Join to work in rounds.
Rnd 1 Purl.
Rnd 2 Knit.
Rnd 3 Purl.
Bind off all sts loosely in knit.

HOOD (optional)
With RS facing, smaller needles, and B, and beginning at right shoulder edge, pick up and knit 40 sts along Back neck (2 sts in each stitch).
Row 1 (WS) K 5, p 30, k 5.
Change to larger needles.
Row 2 (RS) Knit.
Work even as established, working first and last 5 sts in garter st and center sts in St st until piece measures 14” [35.5 cm]. Bind off.

Felted Knit Ombre Bag

One can never have enough bags! This is a great everyday bag, or make it your favorite knitting bag!

SIZE: One Size
18 in. wide x 14 in. tall (46 x 35.5 cm), after felting and not including handles

MATERIALS
• 820-111 Lion Brand Lion Wool: Midnight Blue 4 Balls (A)
• 820-178 Lion Brand Lion Wool: Dark Teal 3 Balls (B)
• 820-123 Lion Brand Lion Wool: Sage 3 Balls (C)
• 820-132 Lion Brand Lion Wool: Lemongrass 2 Balls (D)
• Size 11 [8 mm] 29-inch [75 cm] Circular Needles
• Stitch Markers
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
3 yds (2.75 m) grosgrain ribbon, 5/8 in. (1.5 cm) wide
Sewing needle and thread

GAUGE:
11 sts + 15 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in St st worked in the round (k every round) with 2 strands held together, before felting. 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.

COLOR SEQUENCE
4 in. (10 cm) with 2 strands of A held together,
2 in. (5 cm) with 1 strand each of A and B held together,
4 in. (10 cm) with 2 strands of B held together,
2 in. (5 cm) with 1 strand each of B and C held together,
4 in. (10 cm) with 2 strands of C held together,
2 in. (5 cm) with 1 strand each of C and D held together,
4 in. (10 cm) with 2 strands of D held together.

Base
With 2 strands of A held together, cast on 16 sts.
Work back and forth on circular needle, as if working on straight needles, in Garter st (k every row) until piece measures 21 in. (53.5 cm). Do not bind off.

Body
K16, pick up and k58 sts evenly spaced along adjoining side of base, pick up and k16 sts evenly spaced along short edge of base, pick up and k58 sts evenly spaced along remaining long side of base - 148 sts.
Begin working in the round and following Color Sequence.
Next Rnd: K1, place first marker, k14, place 2nd marker, k60, place 3rd marker, k14, place 4th marker, k59, place 5th marker (beg of rnd marker).
Next 3 Rnds: Knit.
Next Rnd: Knit, increase 1 st before markers 1, 2, 3 and 4 -152 sts.
Continuing in Color Sequence, rep last 4 rnds 7 more times - 180 sts.
Leave beg of rnd marker, remove all other markers. Continue in Color Sequence on 180 sts until all 22 in. (59 cm) of sequence have been completed. Bind off.

HANDLES (make 2)
With 2 strands of A held together, cast on 135 sts.
Rows 1-4: Knit.
Bind off.

FINISHING
Sew first and last 1 in. (2.5 cm) of Handles to either side of Bag, along the last row of the B/C color section.
Weave in ends.

Felting
Wash by machine on a hot wash/cold rinse cycle with detergent and several pieces of clothing to agitate. To felt additionally, dry by machine on a regular setting until almost dry. Remove from dryer and pull into shape.
Flatten Bag, WS out, on a flat surface. Cut 8 lengths of ribbon each 3 1/2 in. (9 cm). Sew a ribbon length about 3 in. (7.5 cm) below top edge and centered on WS of front for drawstring loop. In same way, sew a
length centered on back of Bag. Sew 3 lengths at each side of Bag, with one length centered on fold at side and two more, spaced 3 1/2 in. (9 cm) away.
Weave remaining ribbon through ribbon loops on inside of Bag, adjust as desired and knot ends.

Bright Placemats for Outdoor Dining!

Summer is on its way, and nothing is more summer than having friends over for backyard dining! These placemats will brighten up any outdoor table setting!

Placemat: 16" x 12½" without fringe [approximately 40.5 cm x 32 cm]
MATERIALS
• LION BRAND Lion Cotton
1 ball #148 Turquoise
1 ball #147 Purple
1 ball #146 Fuchsia
1 ball #157 Sunflower
OR COLORS OF YOUR CHOICE
• Size 8 (5 mm) knitting needles OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
• Size K-10.5 (6.60 mm) Crochet hook

GAUGE
16 stitches + 30 rows (15 ridges) = 4" (10 cm) in Garter stitch (knit every row) using Size
8 needles.
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. PLACE MATS
Make one in each colorway shown above.
With A, cast on 50 stitches.

Rows 1 - 8 with A, knit.
Rows 9 -10 with B, knit.
Rows 11-14 with A, knit.
Rows 15-16 with B, knit.
Rows 17-20 with C, knit.
Rows 21-22 with B, knit.
Rows 23-26 with A, knit.
Rows 27-28 with C, knit.
Rows 29-32 with D, knit.
Rows 33-34 with C, knit.
Rows 35-38 with A, knit.
Rows 39-40 with C, knit.
Rows 41-80 with A, knit.
Rows 81-82 with C, knit.
Rows 83-86 with A, knit.
Rows 87-88 with C, knit.
Rows 89-92 with D, knit.
Rows 93-94 with C, knit.
Rows 95-98 with A, knit.
Rows 99-100 with B, knit.
Rows 101-104 with C, knit.
Rows 105-106 with B, knit.
Rows 107-110 with A, knit.
Rows 111-112 with B, knit.
Rows 113-120 with A, knit.
Bind off all stitches and weave in ends.

FINISHING
The edges are finished with a fringe of approximately 2 inches [5 cm] in length; one strand of each of the four colors. Fringe assembly is one knot of fringe on every other stitch. Trim fringe if desired.

Striped Yoga Bag!

So sorry my fellow knitters and subscribers...had hand surgery this week...making it a little hard to knit, type and a few other things! The good news is, that I will be able to go back to yoga in a few weeks, so I thought I'd celabrate and knit up a cool yoga bag!

MEASUREMENTS
17 ins [43 cm] circumference x 24 ins [61 cm] long.

MATERIALS
Bernat® Handicrafter® Stripes (42.5 g / 1.5 oz): 4 balls of #21712 (Lime Stripes).
Size 6.5 mm (U.S. 10½) circular knitting needle 16 ins [40.5 cm] long or size needed to obtain gauge.

GAUGE: 13 sts and 16 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] in stocking st.

INSTRUCTIONS
Note: For continuous stripes, join new ball at same point in color sequence where previous ball ended.

Cast on 30 sts.
Do not join.
1st row: (RS). Knit into front
and back of each st. 60 sts.
2nd row: Purl.
Join in rnd and knit in rnds for 25 ins [63.5 cm].
Next rnd: (Eyelet rnd). *K2. yfwd. K2tog. Rep from * to end of rnd. Knit 2 rnds. Cast off knitwise.

FINISHING
Weave yarn through cast on sts and draw up tightly. Fasten securely.
Drawstring: Cast on 100 sts. Cast off. Weave through eyelet rnd.
Strap: Cast on 5 sts. Knit for 32 ins [81.5 cm].
Cast off.
Sew ends of Strap to Bag.

Airy Waves Shawl

This shawl is made with Recycled Cotton! Yes we are doing our part getting ready for Earth Day!

SIZE: One Size
About 18 x 58 in. (46 x 147.5 cm)

MATERIALS
• 482-110 Lion Brand Recycled Cotton: Marine
1 Ball (A)
• 482-123 Lion Brand Recycled Cotton: Sand
1 Ball (B)
• 482-157 Lion Brand Recycled Cotton: Sunshine
1 Ball (C)
• 482-130 Lion Brand Recycled Cotton: Seagrass
1 Ball (D)
• Knitting Needles - Size 7 [4.5 mm]
• Large-Eyed Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
18 sts + 24 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in Stockinette st (knit on right side, purl on wrong side). 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 smaller needles; if more stitches and rows, try larger size needles.
STRIPE SEQUENCE A, B, C, D.

SHAWL
With A, cast on 80 sts.
K 1 row, p1 row.
Row 1: K2, *yo, k2tog, rep from * across.
Row 2: P2tog, yo, p to last 2 sts, yo, p2tog.
Row 3: K2tog, yo, k to last 2 sts, yo, k2tog.
Rows 4 –19: Rep Rows 2 and 3.
Eyelet Row: P2, *yo, p2tog, rep from * across.
*Next Row: Change to next color in Stripe Sequence and rep Row 3.
Next Row: Rep Row 2.
Next Row: Rep Row 3.
Rep last 2 rows for a total of 9 times, then rep Row 2 once.
Next Row: Rep Eyelet row.**
Rep from * to ** until Stripe Sequence has been worked 3 times.
Work Stripe Sequence one more time, ending with last rep of Row 2 with D.
Next Row: With D, rep Row 1.
P 1 row, k1 row.
Bind off.
FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Charity Scarf

With this scarf, use a color palette that suits you!

SIZE
Approximately 5” wide x 60” long
Note: Scarf is worked from side to side.

MATERIALS
1 Ball each BERROCO COMFORT (50 grs), #9703 Barley, #9741 Bitter Sweet, #9742 Pimpernel, #9763 Navy Blue and #9739 Grape Jelly
40” Length circular knitting needle, size 9 OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
GAUGE
18 sts = 4”; 37 rows = 4” in Garter St TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

NOTE
When changing colors, leave at least a 12” long end. These ends will be used in the twisted fringe. Color changes will occur on both the RS and WS of work – this is part of the pattern.

SCARF
With circular needle, using Barley, cast on 270 sts leaving a 12” long end. Knit 4 rows Barley, 4 rows Bitter Sweet, 2 rows Pimpernel, 2 rows Navy, 5 rows Grape Jelly, 9 rows Barley, 5 rows Grape Jelly, 2 rows Pimpernel, 2 rows Bitter Sweet, 5 rows Navy then 6 rows Barley. Bind off.

FINISHING
Fringe: Twist the two 12” long strands at each color change tog tightly, forming a twisted cord. Knot ends making sure cord does not untwist. To fill in fringe between these cords, cut 24” long strands of Barley, fold strand in half, pull fold through end of scarf forming a loop, then pull ends through this loop. Twist ends to form cords as before. Add these cords wherever you would like to give fringe a more uniform appearance.
The length of cords may be varied if desired.

Using Ruffles Yarn

I'm using Lion Brand Ruffles yarn for the first time, and as I knit up this one ball scarf, my mind is wandering to it's different uses. This would be a great yarn to trim a long scarf, making ruffles on each end. How about making rows of ruffles between a Noro striped scarf? Trim on a shawl? Or going all out and making an evening shrug?




SIZE: One Size
2 x 32 in. (5 x 81.5 cm)

MATERIALS
• Lion Brand Ruffles: 1 Ball
• Knitting Needles - Size 7 [4.5 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE
8 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in Garter stitch (knit every stitch on every row). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

SCARF
Cast on 4 stitches.
Work in Garter stitch until about 1 yd (1 m) of yarn remains. Bind off.

FINISHING
Trim ends.


Knitting with Ruffles requires a special, yet simple, technique. The loops are formed by
inserting the needle into this tape-fabric yarn. Please visit www.LionBrand.com to read
about working with Ruffles.

Golden Floating Cloud Scarf

I love tilli tomas yarns! Here's a scarf to knit now and save for cold weather! Pure luxury!

Materials:
tilli tomas Snake Silk- 1 skein goldenrod

tilli tomas Angel 100% wool with beads and metallic- 1 skein goldenrod

Size US 15 needles

With Snake Silk cast on 96 sts. *K 2 rows, change to Angel K6 rows in st st.*

Repeat * to * 3 more times. K2 rows in Snake Silk and bind off. Weave in loose ends.

Add fringe if you like fringe!

Ruffle Shrug

A fun shrug for cool nights and summer's end.

SIZE: Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X
Finished width (cuff to cuff) 56 (63, 65, 67, 69, 71) in. [142 (160, 165, 170, 175.5, 180.5) cm]
Finished length 22 (23, 24, 25, 26, 27) in. [56 (58.5, 61, 63.5, 66, 68.5) 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
• 790-397 Lion Brand Homespun® Yarn: Russet 3 Balls
• Knitting Needles- Size 9 [5.5 mm]
• Crochet Hook - Size E-4
• Stitch Markers
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles
Additional Materials: Circular needle size 10 [6 mm] 24 in. [61 cm]
GAUGE:
12 sts + 18 rows = 4” [10 cm] in Seed st with larger needles. 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:
Seed Stitch
Row 1 (RS) *K 1, p 1; rep from *.
Row 2 (WS) Purl the knit sts and knit the purl sts.
Rep row 2 for Seed st.
M1 (make 1) An increase worked by lifting horizontal thread lying between needles and placing it onto left needle. Knit this new stitch through the back loop.
M1 as if to purl (make 1 st as if to purl) An increase worked by lifting the horizontal thread lying between the needles and placing it onto the left needle. Purl this new stitch through the back loop.

NOTES:
Body of shrug is worked back and forth on circular needles from sleeve cuff to sleeve cuff. Body edging is worked in rounds on circular needles.

SHRUG
Beg at sleeve cuff, with smaller needles, cast on 30 (33, 36, 39, 42, 45) sts.
Row 1 RS * K 3, p 3; rep from *, end k 0 (3, 0, 3, 0, 3).
Row 2 WS P 0 (3, 0, 3, 0, 3), * k 3, p 3; rep from *.

Rep Rows 1 and 2 for K 3, p 3 rib until piece measures 5 in. [12.5 cm].
Change to larger needles and Seed st.
Row 1 RS * K 1, p 1; rep from *, end k 0 (1, 0, 1, 0, 1).
Row 2 WS Purl the knit sts and knit the purl sts.
Continue to work in Seed st until piece measures 46 (53, 55, 57, 59, 61) in. [117 (134.5, 139.5, 145, 150,
155) cm] from beg.
Change to smaller needles and work in k 3, p 3 rib for 5 in. [12.5 cm]. Bind off.

FINISHING
Fold shrug in half lengthwise. Sew sleeve seams 17 (17, 17 1/2,17 1/2, 18, 18) in. [43 (43, 44.5, 44.5, 45.5.
45.5) cm], leaving the middle portion of shrug open for the body, adjusting to fit so that shrug sits and fits snugly around shoulder and back. Weave in ends.

Body Edging
With RS facing and circular needle, pick up and knit 160 (172, 180, 196, 204, 216) sts around entire body opening. Join, place marker for beg of rnd.
Rnds 1 and 2 * K 2, p 2; rep from *.
Rnd 3 * K 2, M1 as if to knit, p 2, M1 as if to purl; rep from * - 240 (258, 270, 294, 306, 324) sts.
Rnd 4 * K 3, p 3; rep from *. Continue in k 3, p 3 rib for 6 in. [15 cm].
Bind off.

Picot Edge
With RS facing and crochet hook, join yarn at underarm. Picot Rnd * Sc in next 3 sts, ch 4; rep from *
around body opening.
Work picot rnd around each sleeve cuff.

Mermaid Scarf

I just started knitting this fabulous lightweight scarf for spring/ summer using a new yarn from Berroco.

Materials:

2 Skeins Berroco Seduce

one pair US 6 needles

Scarf:
Cast on 41 stitches (or multiple of 13+2)

Note: sts should only be counted after the 5th or 6th row of pattern

1st row (right side): K1, *sl 1, K1, psso, K9, K2tog; rep from * to last st, K1

2nd row: purl

3rd row: K1, *sl 1, K1, psso, K7, K2tog; rep from * to last st, K1

4th row: purl

5th row: K1, *sl 1, K1, psso, yo, [K1, yo] 5 times. K2tog; rep from * to last st, K1

6th row: knit

Repeat these 6 rows until desired length.

My Noro Throw...showing off a bit

Here's a pic of my version of the Noro Striped Throw that I gave you the pattern for on February 15, 2010.
I made mine with Noro Taiyo-cotton/silk/wool/nylon blend.
I used 4 1/2 skeins (100gr=200meter)
I would love to see your pics of items you've made using the patterns from my blog!

Cowl/Snood with Schaefer Yarn

A dual purpose cowl/snood, for winter in wool, and for spring in cotton or linen...just adjust the gauge.

MATERIALS
-Schaefer Yarn Nancy (95% merino wool/5% nylon, 8 oz [227 g] / 600 yds [548 m]) 1 skein
-US #10 (6mm) 36 or 40 inch circular needle, or size to obtain gauge Tapestry needle
-1 stitch marker

GAUGE
14 sts/21 rnds = 4 inches in stockinette stitch blocked
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
57 inches around, 14 inches wide

SNOOD
CO 200 sts, pm, join into round being careful not to twist sts.
Purl 1 rnd, knit 1 rnd, purl 1 rnd.
Knit 12 rnds.
Purl 12 rnds.
Rpt these 24 rnds twice more.
Knit 12 rnds.
Purl 1 rnd, knit 1 rnd, purl 1 rnd.
BO loosely. Weave in ends and block.

www.schaeferyarn.com

Hot Water Bottle Cover

Thinking gifts for anyone... this hot water bottle cover would be a great gift in a Get Well basket for someone that feels a little under the weather, no matter what time of year!

SIZE: One Size
About 7 1/2 x 15 in. (19 x 38 cm)

MATERIALS
• Lion Brand New Cotton-Ease: Cactus 2 Balls
• Knitting Needles- Size 9 [5.5 mm]
• Large-Eyed Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
3 buttons, 1 in. (2.5 cm) diameter

GAUGE:
14 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in Garter st (k every row), with 2 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:
K1, p1 Rib (over an odd number of sts)
Row 1: K1, *p1, k1; rep from * across.
Row 2: K the knit sts and p the purl sts.
Rep Row 2 for K1, p1 Rib.

NOTES:
Cozy is worked with 2 strands of yarn held tog throughout.

FRONT
With 2 strands of yarn held tog, cast on 25 sts.
Work in Garter st (k every row) until piece measures about 9 1/2 in. (24 cm) from beg.
Next Row: (K2tog) twice, k to last 4 sts, (k2tog) twice – 21 sts remain at the end of this row.

Shape Neck
Next Row: Bind off 4 sts, work in K1, p1 Rib to last 4 sts, k4 – 17 sts at end of this row.
Next Row: Rep last row – 13 sts.
Work in K1, p1 Rib until piece measures about 5 1/2 in. (14 cm), from bound-off sts.
Bind off.

BACK
With 2 strands of yarn held tog, cast on 25 sts.
Knit 1 row.
Buttonhole Row: K3, yo, k2tog (buttonhole made), k7, yo, k2tog (buttonhole made), k7, yo, k2tog (buttonhole made), k2.
Work in Garter st until piece measures about 12 in. (30.5 cm) from beg.
Next Row: (K2tog) twice, k to last 4 sts, (k2tog) twice – 21 sts at the end of this row.

Shape Neck
Next Row: Bind off 4 sts, work in K1, p1 Rib to last 4 sts, k4 – 17 sts.
Next Row: Rep last row – 13 sts at the end of this row.
Work in K1, p1 Rib until piece measures about 5 1/2 in. (14 cm) from bound-off sts.
Bind off.

FINISHING
Beg at top of neck, seam Front and Back together along sides of neck, across bound-off sts, and along sides. Fold lower Back edge over Front and mark placement of buttons. Sew on buttons.
Weave in ends.