Sacha Slippers

How cute are these Mary Janes! Make them for all your BFFs!

SIZE
Directions are for women’s size 6. Directions for adjusting to your size are included in note.

MATERIALS
2 Balls BERROCO SUEDE (50 grs), #3785 Happy Trails (MC); 1 ball each #3792 Chickadee Pink (A) and #3772 Sage Brush (B) for embroidery
Straight knitting needles, size 8 OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
Crochet hook, size 4.50 mm (G)
Two 3/4” buttons
Twelve 1/4” glass or plastic beads
Tapestry needle
Sewing needle and matching thread

GAUGE
19 sts = 4”; 28 rows = 4” in St st with MC on size 8 needles
TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

NOTE
To adjust slipper to your size, measure the sole of your foot from heel to the end of your toes. When working the bottom of the slipper, work even until piece, when measured from markers at heel, measures 1 3/4” less than your foot.

SLIPPERS (Make 2)

Bottom: With straight needles, using MC, cast on 8 sts. Work even in St st for 2 rows, end on WS.
Shape Heel: Inc Row (RS): K1, M1k, k to last st, M1k, k1 – 10 sts. Rep this inc every RS row 5 times more, end on WS – 20 sts. Mark beg and end of last row. Work even until piece measures 6” (or desired length) from markers, end on WS.

Shape Toe: Dec Row (RS): K1, SSK, k to last 3 sts, k2 tog, k1 – 18 sts. Rep this dec every RS row 5 times more, end on WS – 8 sts. Knit 1 row, end on RS. Mark beg and end of last row for turning point of toe.

Upper: Purl 1 row, end on WS.

Shape Toe: Inc Row (RS): K1, M1k, k to last st, M1k, k1 – 10 sts. Rep this inc every RS row 5 times more – 20 sts. Work even until upper measures 3” from toe markers, end on WS.

Divide for Sides: Next Row (RS): K7, join another ball of MC and bind off center 6 sts, k to end – 7 sts each side. Working both sides at once, dec 1 st at each inner edge on next 2 rows – 5 sts each side. Work even until sides, when folded back at toe markers, reach to heel markers, end on WS.
Shape Heel: Inc 1 st at outer edge of each side on next row, then every 6th row once more – 7 sts each side. Work even until sides, when slightly stretched, meet at center of cast-on edge, end on WS. Knit 1 row on inner side of heel so that one side is on each needle. With needles parallel and ends facing in the same direction, weave sts of sides tog using Kitchener St.

FINISHING
Sew upper to bottom along sides.
Center Strap: With straight needles, using MC, cast on 16 sts.
Row 1: K9, bind off 6 sts.
Row 2: K1, cast on 6 sts, k9. Rep Rows 1 and 2 once more. Bind off. Sew short end of strap without holes to bound-off sts where toe was divided for sides.

Cross Strap: With straight needles, using MC, cast on 26 sts. Knit 2 rows.
Buttonhole Row: K2, yo, k2 tog, k to end. Knit 3 rows. Bind off. Sew short end of strap without hole to inner edge of side so that strap will fit through holes at end of center strap.
Note: buttonholes should be on outer edge of foot. Sew the strap of second slipper on the opposite side.Edging: With RS facing, using crochet hook and MC, beg at center back heel, work in sc along top edge of one side, around center strap, along top edge of the other side to cross strap, around cross strap and along remaining top edge of side. Join with a sl st in first sc. Fasten off. Thread end of cross strap through holes in top of center strap. Sew button to side of slipper under buttonhole. With tapestry needle and A, embroider daisies on toe of slipper as in photo using lazy daisy st. With B, embroider leaves using straight sts. Sew on beads with sewing needle and matching thread.

Vintage Cotton Throw

This striped cotton throw will take the chill out or be a great companion while you're curled up reading a bestseller!

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

MATERIALS
• 480-108 Lion Brand Nature's Choice Organic Cotton: Dusty Blue 1 Ball (A)
• 480-169 Lion Brand Nature's Choice Organic Cotton: Dusty Sage 1 Ball (B)
• 480-098 Lion Brand Nature's Choice Organic Cotton Yarn : Almond 1 Ball (C)
• 480-101 Lion Brand Nature's Choice Organic Cotton Yarn: Strawberry 1 Ball (D)
• 480-106 Lion Brand Nature's Choice Organic Cotton Yarn: Blueberry 1 Ball (E)
• 480-170 Lion Brand Nature's Choice Organic Cotton Yarn: Pistachio 1 Ball (F)
• Additional Materials
Circular knitting needle size 9 (5.5 mm), 36 in. (91.5 cm)

GAUGE:
15 sts + 20 1/2 rows = 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:
Seed Stitch (over an even number of sts)
Row 1 (RS): *K1, p1; rep from * across.
Row 2: P the knit sts, and k the purl sts.
Rep Row 2 for Seed st.
NOTES:
Circular needle is used to accommodate large number of sts. Work back and forth on circular needle as if working on straight needles.

THROW
Note: Work back and forth on circular needle as if working on straight needles.
With A, cast on 120 sts.
Rows 1-6: With A, work in Seed st.
Row 7 (RS): With A, work in Seed st as established over first 5 sts for border, place a marker, k to last 5 sts, place a marker, work in Seed st as established over last 5 sts for border.
Rows 8-11: With A, continue as established, working sts outside of markers (first and last 5 sts) in Seed st and the remaining sts in St st (k on RS, p on WS).
Row 12: With A, work in Seed st over first 5 sts, St st to last 5 sts, work last 5 sts in Seed st. Continue to work as established, keeping sts outside of markers (first and last 5 sts) in Seed st and the remaining sts in St st changing color as follows:
Rows 13-30: With B, rep Row 12.
Rows 31 and 32: With C, rep Row 12.
Rows 33-38: With D, rep Row 12.
Rows 39-50: With E, rep Row 12.
Rows 51-58: With C, rep Row 12.
Rows 59-62: With F, rep Row 12.
Rows 63-74: With D, rep Row 12.
Rows 75-78: With C, rep Row 12.
Rows 79-88: With A, rep Row 12.
Rows 89-94: With B, rep Row 12.
Rows 95-110: With C, rep Row 12.
Rows 111 and 112: With E, rep Row 12.
Rows 113-120: With F, rep Row 12.
Rows 121-126: With D, rep Row 12.
Rows 127-140: With E, rep Row 12.
Rows 141-144: With B, rep Row 12.
Rows 145-148: With A, rep Row 12.
Rows 149 and 150: With D, rep Row 12.
Rows 151-158: With F, rep Row 12.
With F, work in Seed st for 6 rows. Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Knitted Cotton Tote

Use this tote for work or workouts...grocery shopping or just bopping around town!


Size: One size
15 x 15 1/2 in. (38 x 39.5 cm) not including strap.

MATERIALS
• 860-145 Lion Brand Vanna's Choice® Yarn: Eggplant 2 Balls (A)
• 860-141 Lion Brand Vanna's Choice® Yarn: Wild Berry 2 Balls (B)
• 830-113 Lion Brand New Cotton-Ease®: Cherry 2 Balls (C)
• 830-145 Lion Brand New Cotton-Ease®: Plum
2 Balls (D)
• Knitting Needles- Size 9 [5.5 mm]
• Stitch Holders
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6)

GAUGE:
14 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in Seed st with 1 strand each of A and C held together. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
Seed Stitch (over an odd number of sts)
Row 1: K1, *p1, k1; rep from * across.
Row 2: K the purl sts and p the knit sts.
Rep Row 2 for Seed st.

STRIPE SEQUENCE
Stripe I Work in Seed st with 1 strand each of A and C held tog.
Stripe II Work in Seed st with 1 strand each of B and C held tog.
Stripe III Work in Seed st with 1 strand each of A and D held tog.
Stripe IV Work in Seed st with 1 strand each of B and D held tog.

TOTE
FRONT
With 1 strand each of A and C held tog, cast on 15 sts.
Row 1: Work Row 1 of Seed st across.
Row 2: Work Row 2 of Seed st to last st, k into front and back of st (inc made) – 16 sts.
Rep Row 2 until piece measures 3 1/2 in. (9 cm) from beg.
Change to 1 strand each of B and C held tog and rep Row 2 until you have 51 sts, then work even in Seed st until piece measures 7 in. (18 cm) from beg.
Change to 1 strand each of A and D, and work in Stripe III until piece measures 10 1/2 in. (27 cm) from beg.
Change to 1 strand each of B and D, and work in Stripe IV until piece measures 14 in. (35.5 cm) from beg.
Change to 1 strand each of A and C, and work in Stripe I until piece measures 15 1/2 in. (39.5 cm) from beg.

Shape Strap
Next Row: Continuing in Stripe I, work 8 sts and place onto holder, bind off next 35 sts, finish row.
Work in Seed st as established on remaining 8 sts until Strap measures 2 in. (5 cm), then change to 1 strand each of B and C.

Work in Stripe Sequence as follows:
Work in Stripe II until Strap measures 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm), work in Stripe III until Strap measures 10 in. (25.5 cm), then continue in Stripe IV until Strap measures 12 in. (30.5 cm), AT THE SAME TIME, dec 1 st at outer edge of Strap every 3 in. (7.5 cm), 3 times – 5 sts.
When Strap measures 12 in. (30.5 cm), bind off.
For second half of Strap, place sts from holder back onto needle, rejoin A and C, and work as for first half of Strap.

BACK
Work as for Front.

FINISHING
Sew Front and Back together along lower edge. Sew sides, continuing side seam along edge of Straps (seam will run along center of finished Straps). Sew ends of Straps together. 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.

Swing Jacket

This is an adorable little jacket with a pattern great for the beginning knitter! Give it a try!

SIZE: Medium, Large, 2X S (M, L, 1X/2X)
Finished Chest 38 (42, 48, 54) in. [96.5 (106.5, 122, 137) cm]
Finished Length 18½ (18½, 20½, 21½) in. [47 (47, 52, 54.5) 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
• 790-394 Lion Brand Homespun® Golden 4 (5,5,6) Skeins
• Knitting Needles - Size 10 [6 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
1 button 1 in. [2.5 cm] diameter

GAUGE:
12 sts + 18 rows = 4 in. [10 cm] in Garter st (knit every row). BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

JACKET

BACK
Cast on 57 (63, 72, 81) sts.
Work in Garter st until piece measures 9 (9, 10, 10)
in. [23 (23, 25.5, 25.5) cm] from beg, end with a WS row.

Shape Raglan Armhole
Bind off 2 (3, 4, 4) sts at beg of next 2 rows – 53 (57, 64, 73) sts.
Next Row (Dec Row): K 1, k2tog, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k 1.
Continue in Garter st, rep Dec Row every other row 18 (20, 21, 25) times – 15 (15, 20, 21) sts. Work even until armhole measures 9½ (9½, 10½, 11½) in. [24 (24, 26.5, 29) cm]. Bind off.

RIGHT FRONT
Cast on 32 (34, 39, 44) sts.
Work in garter st until piece measures 9 (9, 10, 10) in. [23 (23, 25.5, 25.5) cm] from beg, end with a RS row.

Shape Raglan Armhole
Bind off 2 (3, 4, 4) sts at beg of next row – 30 (31, 35, 40) sts.
Next Row (Dec Row) (RS): K to last 3 sts, k2tog, k 1.
Continue in Garter st, rep Dec Row every other row 18 (20, 21, 25) times – 11 (10, 13, 14) sts. at the same time, when armhole measures 6½ (6½, 7½, 7½) in. [16.5 (16.5, 19, 19) cm], end with a WS row and work buttonhole and neck shaping as follows:
Buttonhole
Next Row (RS): K 2, bind off next 2 sts, k to end.
Next Row: Knit across, casting on 2 sts over boundoff sts of previous row.

Shape Neck
Next Row: Bind off 5 sts at beg of row, work to end of row.
Knit 1 row.
Next Row: Bind off 2 (2, 4, 4) sts at beg of row, work to end of row.
Knit 1 row.
Next Row: Bind off 1 (1, 2, 3) sts at beg of row, work to end of row.
Knit 1 row.
Continue to work raglan shaping at end of row as for Back. Bind off.

LEFT FRONT
Work as for Right Front, reversing shaping and omitting buttonhole.
SLEEVES
Cast on 36 (44, 48, 56) sts.
Work in Garter st, AT THE SAME TIME, inc 1 st each side every 6th row 1 (0, 0, 0) times, every 8th rows 6 times -- 50 (56, 60, 68) sts. Work until piece measures 12 in. [30.5 cm] from beg.

Shape Raglan
Bind off 3 (4, 5, 6) sts at beg of next 2 rows – 44 (48, 50, 56) sts.
Next Row (Dec Row): K 1, k2tog, k to last 3 sts, k2tog, k 1.
Continue in Garter st, rep Dec Row every other row 18 (20, 21, 25) times -- 6 sts. Work even until Raglan Armhole measures 9½ (9½, 10½, 11½) in. [24 (24, 26.5, 29) cm]. Bind off.

FINISHING
Sew shoulder seams. Sew in Sleeves. Sew side and Sleeve seams.
Sew on button opposite buttonhole.

Collar
Row 1: From RS, beg 2 in. [5 cm] in from Right Front neck edge, pick up and k 41 (41, 50, 55) sts evenly around neck edge, ending 2 in. [5 cm] in from Left Front neck edge.
Rows 2-4: Knit.
Row 5: K1, inc 1 in next st, k to last 2 sts, inc 1 in next st, k1. Row 6-8: Knit.
Rep last 4 rows twice. Bind off.
Weave in ends.

Giant Lace Pattern Scarf

This lace pattern is to the nth power! You definitely won't need those 0000 size needles!


SIZE: One Size
About 16 x 70 in. (40.5 x 178 cm)

MATERIALS
• 450-135 Lion Brand Jiffy Yarn: Rust 8 Balls
• Knitting Needles - Size 19 [15 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE:
8 1/2 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in Lace 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.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
NOTES:
Number of stitches will decrease from 34 stitches on Row 1 to 30 stitches on Row 2, then increase back to 34 stitches on Row 8.
sk2p Slip 1 st as if to knit, k2tog, pass slipped stitch over -2 sts decreased.

PATTERN STITCH
Lace Stitch (multiple of 17 sts, decreasing to 15 sts)
Row 1 (WS): Purl.
Row 2 (RS): *K1, yo, k1, k2tog tbl, p1, k2tog, k1, p1, k2, p1, k2tog, k1, p1, k1; rep from *.
Row 3: *P4, (k1, p2) twice, k1, p4; rep from *.
Row 4: *(K1, yo) twice, k2tog tbl, p1, k2tog, p1, k2tog tbl, p1, k2tog, (yo, k1) twice; rep from *.
Row 5: *P5, (k1, p1) twice, k1, p5; rep from *.
Row 6: *K1, yo, k3, yo, sk2p, p1, k3tog, yo, k3, yo, k1; rep from *.
Row 7: *P7, k1, p7; rep from *.
Row 8: *K1, yo, k5, yo, sk2p, yo, k5, yo, k1; rep from *.
Rep Rows 1-8 for Lace Stitch.

SCARF
With 4 strands of yarn held tog, cast on 34 sts. Rep Rows 1 -8 of Lace Stitch until piece measures about 70 in. (178 cm) from beginning,
end with a Row 8. Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Knit Ribbon Top and Scarf

This novelty yarn knits up fast and easy in this halter tank top.

SIZE
XS (S, M, L, XL)
Finished chest 32 (36, 40, 44, 48)”
Length 16¼ (17, 18¼, 19¾, 21¾)”
Scarf 6” x 40”
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. For ease in working, circle all numbers pertaining to your size.

MATERIALS
• LION BRAND Incredible Yarn

Top
3 (3, 4, 5, 5) balls #202 Blue Shades or color of your choice

Scarf
2 balls #202 Blue Shades or color of your choice
• size 10.5 (6.5 mm) knitting needles OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE
• Small amount crochet thread for sewing top
• large-eyed, blunt needle

GAUGE
12 stitches + 20 rows = 4” (10 cm) in garter stitch (knit every row).
BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE.

NOTES
Top is worked from side-to-side. To make longer or shorter, cast on more or less stitches at beginning.

BACK
Cast on 28 (30, 32, 35, 38) stitches. Knit 6 (8, 8, 8, 10) rows.

Shape Armhole
Row 1 Knit 2, knit in front and back of next stitch, knit to end – 1 stitch increased. Mark this row as right side.
Row 2 Knit.
Repeat last 2 rows 4 (4, 5, 6, 7) more times – 33 (35, 38, 42, 46) stitches. On next right side row, cast on 16 (16, 17, 17, 19) stitches for armhole – 49 (51, 55, 59, 65) stitches.
Work even in garter stitch for 50 (56, 60, 66, 70) rows(approximately 10 (11, 12, 13, 14)”), ending with a wrong side row. Shape Armhole Bind off 16 (16, 17, 17, 19) stitches, knit to end – 33 (35, 38, 42, 46) stitches.
Next Row Knit.
Next Row Knit 2, knit 2 together, knit to end.
Repeat last 2 rows 4 (4, 5, 6, 7) more times – 28 (30, 32, 35, 38) stitches.
Knit 6 (8, 8, 8, 10) rows even. Bind off all stitches.

FRONT
Work as for Back.

FINISHING
Sew side seams using crochet thread. Sew 1 (1, 1½, 1½, 2)” at each shoulder for shoulder
seam.

SCARF
Cast on 20 stitches. Work in garter stitch for 8”.
Make Slit Knit 9, knit in front and back of next stitch; join 2nd ball of yarn and knit in front and back of next stitch, knit 9 – 11 stitches each side. Working both sides at same time, work in garter stitch for 3”.
Next Row Knit 9, knit 2 together; continuing with same yarn across other side, knit 2 together, knit 9 – 20 stitches. Cut yarn that is no longer being used.
Work even in garter stitch for 18”. Repeat slit as before, then work across all 20 stitches for 8”. Bind off.

Cropped Cardi

This adorable cropped cardi is a great addition to your wardrobe. It's great for the office or a night out on the town!

Materials
2 (3, 4 ) skeins Tilli Tomas Pure & Simple Silk (100gm, 260yds) (A)
1 skein Tilli Tomas Pure & Simple Silk (100gm, 260yds) (B)
Needles: US size 3 needle
3 Stitch holders

Sizes
Small (Medium, Large): 36 (40, 44)”
Gauge 24 sts in pattern to 4”

Pattern: 6 sts + 3
Row 1 RS: k2 *yo,k1, k3tog,k1, yo, k1* k1.
Row 2 WS: p2, *k5, p1,* p1.

Back
With A, cast on 111 (120, 132) sts.
Knit 1 row. Purl 1 row.
Work pattern until piece measures 7.5 (8, 8.5) inches.

Shape Armhole
Bind off 3 (5, 6) sts beg of next 4 (2, 2) rows.
Knit in pattern until armhole measures 7.5 (8, 9) inches.

Shape Neck and Shoulder
Place 24 (26, 30) sts on holder, place center 51 (48, 48) sts on another holder, place last 24 (26, 30) sts on last stitch holder.

Front (make 2 at the same time)
Cast on 57 (60, 66) sts.
Knit 1 row. Purl 1 row. Work in pattern for 7 (7.5, 8) inches.
Create V-Neck
Decrease 1 sts at neck edge every row 27 (24, 24) times. At the same time when piece measures 7.5 (8, 9) inches, shape armholes as back.
Continue in pattern until piece measures same as back. Using the 3 needle bind off, join the front pieces to the corresponding back.

Sleeves (make 2)
Cast on 93 (99, 99) sts. Knit 1 row. Purl 1 row. Work in pattern for 3 (3.5, 4) inches. Cast off 3 (5, 6) sts
beg on next 4 (2, 2) rows. Work in pattern until piece measures 10 ( 11.5, 13) inches. Bind off.

Neckband
With RS facing and B, pick up 5 sts per inch evenly along right front, back and left front. Adjust stitches
so they are a multiple of 4.
Work 6 rows in pattern. Bind off.
Row 1 (WS) *k2, p1, k1; rep from * to end.
Row 2 (RS) *k3, p1; rep from * to end.
Bind off in pattern.

Block pieces and sew seams. Weave in loose ends.

E- Reader Cozy

A very personal way to protect your Kindle, Nook or any other e-reader!

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approximately 8½” wide x 10” long (or dimensions to fit your device)

MATERIALS
1 Ball BERROCO SOX METALLIC (100 grs), #1383 Spiced Rum
Straight knitting needles, size 2 (2.75 mm) OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE Three 1” buttons (ours are from One World Button Supply Co.)

GAUGE
28 sts = 4”; 52 rows = 4” in Seed St
TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE

SEED STITCH (Even number of sts)
Row 1: * K1, p1, rep from * across.
Rep this row for Seed St.

WELT
Row 1 (RS): Knit.
Row 2: Knit.
Row 3: Purl.
Row 4: Purl.
These 4 rows form Welt.
NOTE
Decorative Welts are added at specific intervals. You can add them when you feel like it for an original cover
or follow our directions.

COVER
With straight needles, cast on 64 sts (or the width of your device plus ½” x 7.5 – round up to the nearest even number). Knit 1 row on WS, purl 2 rows. Work even in Seed St until piece measures 3”, end on WS.
Work Welt. Work even in Seed St for 4 rows. Work Welt. Work even in Seed St for 3½”, end on WS. Work Welt. Work even in Seed St for 1½”, end on WS. Work Welt. Work even in Seed St until piece measures 22½” from beg (or the height of your device x 2 divided by 2½”), end on WS.
Buttonhole Row (RS): Mark center 3 sts. Working in Seed St, work 8 sts, bind off 3 sts, work to marker, bind off 3 sts, work to last 11 sts, bind off 3 sts, work to end. Note: If your device is narrower than 7”, you may want to omit the center buttonhole.
Next Row: Work in Seed St, cast on 3 sts over each group of sts bound off on previous row. Work 4 rows even in Seed St. Knit 2 rows, purl 1 row. Bind off knitwise on WS.

FINISHING
Place your device in the cover, folding flap to the front and placing markers for buttons under buttonholes. Pin side edges together. Remove device and sew side seams. Sew on buttons.

Glitter Shrug

Knit up this all year-round shrug with this soft yarn with a touch of metallic.

SIZE:
About 36 x 26 in. (91.5 x 66 cm), before folding and seaming

MATERIALS
• 861-170 Lion Brand Vanna's Glamour: Topaz 6 Balls
• Stitch Markers
• Large-Eye Blunt Needle
• Additional Materials
Circular knitting needle size 5 (3.75 mm), 29 in. (73.5 cm) long

GAUGE:
24 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:
NOTES:
Circular needle is used to accommodate large number of sts. Work back and forth on circular needle as if working on straight needles.

SHRUG
Cast on 216 sts.
Work in K1, p1 Rib until piece measures 2 in. (5 cm) from beg.
Change to St st (k on RS, p on WS) and work until piece measures 24 in. (61 cm) from beg.
Work in K1, p1 Rib until piece measures 26 in. (66 cm) from beg.
Bind off. FINISHING
Fold piece in half, bringing cast-on and bound-off edges together, to measure 36 x 13 in. (91.5 x 33 cm). Place markers on each of the 13 in. (33 cm) sides, 7 in. (18 cm) below fold for armholes. Seam each side from marker down to lower edge. Weave in ends.

Felted Striped Wine Sack

What better way to give a gift of wine than to wrap it up in a felted wine sack! When the wine is gone, they still have something to remember you by!


Size (after felting)
Length: Approximately 131/2 inches (34.5cm)
Circumference: Approximately 10 inches (25.5cm)
Tie length: Approximately 50 inches (127cm)

Materials
Yarn: 100% wool worsted weight yarn, about 175 yards (160m)
Photo: Noro Kureyon (100% wool; 109 yards per 50g ball): color #154, 2 balls
Needles: size 8 (5mm) double-pointed, set of 4
Notions: Open-ring stitch marker; tapestry needle; size I/9 (5mm) crochet hook

Gauge
15 stitches=4" (10cm) in circular stockinette stitch (knit all rounds)
Note: Superwash wool and synthetics will not felt; do not use for felting projects.

Making the Sack
Loosely cast 42 stitches onto one double-point needle, then divide stitches equally onto 3 needles (14 stitches on each). Join into circle, being careful not to twist stitches. Place open-ring stitch marker in first stitch to denote beginning of round, and move marker upward every few rounds.

Round 1 (wrong side): Knit.
Round 2 (right side): Purl.
Round 3: Knit.
Round 4: Purl.
Round 5: Knit.
Change to circular stockinette stitch (knit all rounds) until piece measures 17" (43cm).
Purl the next round (on right side of work).
Decrease Rounds
Round 1: (Knit 5, knit 2 together) to end of round. (36 stitches)
Rounds 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10: Knit.
Round 3: (Knit 4, knit 2 together) to end of round. (30 stitches)
Round 5: (Knit 3, knit 2 together) to end of round. (24 stitches)
Round 7: (Knit 2, knit 2 together) to end of round. (18 stitches)
Round 9: (Knit 1, knit 2 together) to end of round. (12 stitches)
Round 11: (Knit 2 together) to end of round. (6 stitches)
Round 12: Knit. Remove marker.
Cut yarn leaving 6" (15cm) tail. Thread the tail onto a tapestry needle and pull through the remaining 6 stitches, pulling tightly to close. Weave in loose ends to wrong side of work.

Make the Tie
With crochet hook and yarn, make a crochet chain about 56" (142cm) long. Beginning in second chain from hook work 1 single crochet in each chain to end of row. Fasten off.

Felting
Felt wine sack and tie in washing machine.
The tie is finished felting when you can gently stretch it to about 50" (127cm). Let sack dry with wine bottle inside so it keeps its shape.

Tie overhand knot at both ends of strand, and tie around neck of wine bottle.

Bumpy Scarf

Using the Lumpy Bumpy Yarn (yes that's the name of the yarn!), you can make a one of a kind scarf!


Size
Approximately 60” long x 3 ½” wide.

Materials
Yarn-One skein Lumpy Bumpy Yarn by Farmhouse Yarns, 4 oz, 150 yards; 99% merino, 1% nylon (available at www.purlsoho.com).
Needles- Size 11 needles.

Gauge- Not important.

Directions
CO 9 sts.
Row 1: k9.
Row 2: At beg of row, CO 4 sts as follows: k1 and leaving old st on left needle, place new st from right needle twisted onto the left needle. Repeat, always knitting into the st just created until you have added 4 new sts. (13 sts on needle). Without turning your work, BO 4 sts, k rem 9 sts.
Row 3: As row 2.
Row 4: k9.
Repeat these 4 rows until you reach 60” or desired length. BO all sts.

Stadium Poncho

The new autumn yarns are making there way to the stores and online. Nothing says autumn more than a warm poncho to keep the first brisk day at bay!


SIZE: One Size
Finished Width 29 in. (73.5 cm)
Finished Length 40 in. (101.5 cm)

MATERIALS
• 620-151 Lion Brand Wool-Ease® Yarn: Grey Heather 12 Balls
• Stitch Markers
• Cable Needles (Set of 2)
• Large-Eyed Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
 Circular needle size 8 (5 mm), 29 in. (74 cm)
 Circular needle size 6 (4 mm), 16 in. (40 cm)

GAUGE:
30 sts + 30 rows = 4 in. (10 cm) in honeycomb pattern with larger needle. BE SURE
TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.

STITCH EXPLANATION:
NOTES:
2/2 LC (2 over 2 left cross) Slip 2 sts to cable needle and hold in front, k2, then k2 from cable needle.
2/2 RC (2 over 2 right cross) Slip 2 sts to cable needle and hold in back, k2, then k2 from cable needle.

PATTERN STITCHES
K1, p1 Rib (worked in the round)
Rnd 1: *K1, p1; rep from *.
Rep Rnd 1 for k1, p1 Rib.
Honeycomb (multiple of 8 sts + 4)
Row 1: P2, *2/2 RC, 2/2 LC; rep from * to last 2 sts, p2.
Rows 2 and all WS rows: K2, p to last 2 sts, k2.
Rows 3 and 7: P2, k to last 2 sts, p2.
Row 5: P2, *2/2 LC, 2/2 RC; rep from * to last 2 sts, p2.
Row 8: K2, p to last 2 sts, k2.
Rep Rows 1-8 for Honeycomb pattern.

Note:
1. Circular needle is used for ease in working with large number of sts. Work back and forth (as if working on straight needles) in rows on Front and Back.
2. Collar is worked in rounds.

BACK
With larger needle, cast on 136 sts. Work in Garter st (k every row) until piece measures 5 in. (12.5 cm)from beg, end with a WS row.
Set Up Row (RS): K22, place marker, p2, inc in each of next 4 sts, *k1, inc in next st, rep from * to last 28 sts, inc in each of next 4 sts, p2, place marker, k22 – 184 sts.
Next Row: K22, slip marker, k2, p136, k2, slip marker, k22.
Next Row: K22, sl marker, work Row 1 of Honeycomb pattern to next marker, sl marker, k22.
Continue as established, working first and last 22 sts in Garter st, and sts between markers in Honeycomb pattern until piece measures 40 in. (101.5 cm) from beg. Bind off.

FRONT
Work same as Back until piece measures 37 in. (94 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.

Shape Neck
Work as established across first 80 sts, join a new ball of yarn and bind off center 24 sts, work to end of row.
Working both sides at once with separate strands of yarn, and keeping to pattern as established, dec 1 st at each neck edge every other row 4 times – 76 sts each shoulder.
When piece measures same length as Back, bind off.

FINISHING
Sew shoulder seams.
Collar
From RS with smaller needle, pick up and k 90 sts. Join, being careful not to twist st. Place marker for beg of rnd. Work in k1, p1 Rib for 12 in. (30.5 cm). Bind off loosely. Weave in ends.

Scarf Afghan

This afghan is made in 6 scarves, (strips), so it's a portable summer project that you can take anywhere. You can exchange your scrap yarn for the yarn listed below... have fun with it!

SIZE: One Size
About 36 x 72 in. (91.5 x 183 cm)
MATERIALS
• 620-188 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Paprika 2 Balls (A)
• 620-138 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Cranberry 1 Ball (B)
• 620-152 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Yarn: Oxford Grey 1 Ball (C)
• 640-149 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Yarn: Charcoal 1 Ball (D)
• 640-135 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Yarn: Spice 2 Balls (E)
• 640-143 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Yarn: Claret 1 Ball (F)
• 790-409 Lion Brand Homespun Yarn: Bourbon 1 Ball (G)
• 790-408 Lion Brand Homespun Yarn: Wild Fire 1 Ball (H)
• 860-170 Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Yarn: Pea Green 1 Ball (I)
• 860-127 Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Yarn: Espresso 1 Ball (J)
• 860-134 Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Yarn: Terracotta 2 Balls (K)
• 860-133 Lion Brand Vanna's Choice Yarn: Brick 2 Balls (L)
• 450-122 Lion Brand Jiffy Yarn: Caffe 2 Balls (M)
• 320-126 Lion Brand Fun Fur Yarn: Chocolate 1 Ball (N)
• 320-134 Lion Brand Fun Fur Yarn: Copper 1 Ball (O)
• 630-127 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Chunky Yarn: Walnut 2 Balls (P)
• 630-135 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Chunky Yarn: Spice 1 Ball (Q)
• 630-152 Lion Brand Wool-Ease Chunky Yarn: Charcoal 1 Ball (R)
• Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
• Knitting Needles - Size 10 [6 mm]
• Knitting Needles- Size 13 [9 mm]
• Cable Needles (Set of 2)
• Stitch Markers
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

GAUGE: Exact gauge is not important to this project

STITCH EXPLANATION:
3/3 LC (3 over 3 left cross) Slip 3 sts to cable needle and hold in front, k3, then k3 from cable needle.
Kfb (k into front and back) Knit into front and then back of same st to increase one st.

PATTERN STITCHES
Basket Weave I (multiple of 8 sts + 4)
Row 1 (RS): Knit.
Rows 2, 4 and 6: P4, *k4, p4; rep from * across.
Rows 3 and 5: K4, *p4, k4; rep from * across.
Row 7: Knit.
Rows 8 and 10: Rep Row 3.
Rows 9 and 11: Rep Row 2.
Row 12: Rep Row 3.
Rep Rows 1-12 for Basket Weave I.

Basket Weave II (multiple of 8 sts)
Row 1 (RS): Knit.
Rows 2-6: *K4, p4; rep from * across.
Row 7: Knit.
Rows 8-12: *P4, k4; rep from * across.
Rep Rows 1-12 for Basket Weave II.

Cable Pattern 1 (13 sts + 3)
Row 1 (RS): K1tbl, p1, k1tbl, p2, k6, p2, k1tbl, p1, k1tbl.
Rows 2, 4, and 6: P1tbl, k1, p1tbl, k2, p6, k2, p1tbl, k1, p1tbl.
Row 3: K1tbl, p1, k1tbl, p2, 3/3 LC, p2, k1tbl, p1, k1tbl.
Rows 5 and 7: Rep Row 1.
Row 8: Rep Row 2.
Rep Rows 1-8 for Cable Pattern 1.

Cable Pattern 2 (multiple of 13 sts + 3)
Row 1 (RS): K1tbl, p1, k1tbl, *p2, k6, p2, k1tbl, p1, k1tbl, rep from * once.
Rows 2, 4, and 6: P1tbl, k1, p1tbl, *k2, p6, k2, p1tbl, k1, p1tbl, rep from * once.
Row 3: K1tbl, p1, k1tbl, *p2, 3/3 LC, p2, k1tbl, p1, k1tbl, rep from * once.
Rows 5 and 7: Rep Row 1.
Row 8: Rep Row 2.
Rep Rows 1-8 for Cable Pattern 2.

Seed Stitch (over an odd number of sts)
Row 1 (RS): K1, *p1, k1; rep from * to end.
Rep Row 1 for Seed St.

Two-Color Pattern (multiple of 4 sts + 1)
Setup Row (WS): With first color, purl.
Row 1 (RS): With second color, k1, *sl 1 wyib, sl 1 wyif, sl 1 wyib, k1, rep from * across.
Row 2: With second color, p1, *sl 3 wyib, p1, rep from * across.
Row 3: With first color, knit.
Row 4: With first color, purl.
Row 5: With second color, k1, *sl 1 wyib, insert needle from front under long B strand of Row 2 and k
next st, sl 1 wyib, k1, rep from * across.
Row 6: With second color, k1, *sl 1 wyif, p1, sl 1 wyif, k1, rep from * across.
Rows 7 and 8: Rep Rows 3 and 4.
Row 9: With second color, k1, *sl 1 wyib, k1, rep from * across.
Row 10: Rep Row 6.
Row 11: With second color, k1, *sl 1 wyif, k1, rep from * across.
Row 12: With second color, p1, *sl 1 wyif, p1, rep from * across.
Rows 13 and 14: Rep Rows 3 and 4.
Row 15: With second color, k1, *sl 1 wyif, k1, rep from * across.
Row 16: With second color, purl.
Rows 17 and 18: Rep Rows 3 and 4.
Rep Rows 1-18 for Two-Color Pattern.

NOTES:
1. Afghan edges are designed to curl along some of the pattern stitches.
2. The stitch count will change when increases and decreases are worked to accommodate individual pattern stitches.
3. For Two-Color Pattern, carry color not in use along side of work.

AFGHAN
STRIPE SEQUENCES
Stripe 1
Beg with a knit row, work in St st, changing color as follows:
Rows 1 and 2: D.
Row 3: E.
Rows 4 and 5: D.
Row 6: F.
Rows 7 and 8: D.
Rows 9: F.
Rows 10-18: Rep Rows 1-9.
Rep Rows 1-18 for Stripe 1.

Stripe 2
Beg with a knit row, work in St st, changing color as follows:
Rows 1-2: R.
Row 3: Q.
Rows 4-5: R.
Row 6: P.
Rep Rows 1-6 for Stripe 2.

STRIP I
With A and smallest needles, cast on 28 sts. With A, work in Basket Weave I until piece measures about 15 in. (38 cm) from beg, end with a Row 1 or 7.
Next Row (WS): Join B and work Setup Row of Two-Color Pattern across to last st, kfb (k into front and then back of same st to increase 1 st) in last st – 29 sts.
With B as first color and A as second color, rep Rows 1-18 of Two-Color Pattern until piece measures 36 in. (91.5 cm) from beg, end with a Row 4, 8, 14, 16 or 18 of Two-Color pattern.
Change to C.
Next Row (RS): With C, work Row 1 of Basket Weave I to last 2 sts, k2tog – 28 sts. Continue in Basket Weave I
until piece measures about 54 in. (137 cm) from beg, end with a Row 6 or 12.
Change to A.
Next Row (RS): With A, work Row 1 of Seed St across to last 2 sts, k2tog – 27 sts. Continue in Seed St until piece measures about 72 in. (183 cm) from beg. Bind off. Place marker on bound-off edge.

STRIP II
With D and largest needles, cast on 16 sts. Work in St st (k on RS, p on WS) and Stripe 1 until piece measures about 12 in. (30.5 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Change to F. With F, rep Rows 1-8 of Cable Pattern 1 until piece measures about 36 in. (91.5 cm) from beg, end with Row 2 or 8 of Cable Pattern 1.
Change to E. With E, work in Basket Weave I until piece measures about 72 in. (183 cm) from beg, end with a Row
6 or 12. Bind off. Place marker on bound-off edge.

STRIP III
With G and medium-size needles, cast on 16 sts. With G, work in St st for 6 in. (15 cm),
Change to H, and work in St st for 9 in. (23 cm).
Change to G, and work in St st for 6 in. (15 cm).
Change to H, and work in St st for 9 in. (23 cm).
Change to G, and work in St st for 24 in. (61 cm).
Change to H, and work in St st for 9 in. (23 cm).
Change to G, and work in St st for 9 in. (23 cm). Bind off. Place marker on bound-off edge.

STRIP IV
With I and smallest needles, cast on 33 sts. Place marker on cast-on edge.
Row 1 (WS): Work Setup Row of Two-Color Pattern.
With I as first color and J as second color, rep Rows 1-18 of Two-Color Pattern until piece measures about 18 in. (46 cm) from beg, end with a Row 4, 8, 14, 16 or 18.
Change to K.
Next Row (RS): With K, k2tog, k to end of row – 32 sts. Beg with Row 2, work in Basket Weave II until piece measures about 36 in. (91.5 cm) from beg, end with a Row 6 or 12.
Change to L.
Next Row (RS): With L, work Row 1 of Seed St across to last st, kfb of last st – 33 sts. Work in Seed St until piece measures about 54 in. (137 cm) from beg, end with a RS row.
Next Row (WS): Change to K, work Setup Row of Two-Color Pattern. With K as first color and L as second color, rep Rows 1-18 of Two-Color Pattern until piece measures about 72 in. (183 cm) from beg, end with a Row 4, 8, 14, or 18. Bind off.

STRIP V
With M and medium-size needles, cast on 20 sts. Place marker on cast-on edge. With M, work in St st for 12 in.
(30.5 cm).
Change to N, and work in St st for 6 in. (15 cm).
Change to M, and work in St st for 24 in. (61 cm).
Change to O, and work in St st for 6 in. (15 cm).
Change to M, and work in St st for 12 in. (30.5 cm).
Change to O, and work in St st for 6 in. (15 cm).
Change to M, and work in St st for 6 in. (15 cm). Bind off.

STRIP VI
With P and medium-size needles, cast on 29 sts. Place marker on cast-on edge. With P, work in Seed St until piece measures about 18 in. (46 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Change to Q. With Q, rep Rows 1-8 of Cable Pattern 2 until piece measures about 42 in. (106.5 cm) from beg, end with a Row 2 or 8 of Cable Pattern 2.
Change to R.
Next Row (RS): Work in St st and Stripe 2 until piece measures about 60 in. (152.5 cm) from beg, end with a WS row.
Change to P.
Next Row (RS): With P, work Row 1 of Basket Weave I to last 2 sts, k2tog – 28 sts. Continue in Basket Weave I until piece measures about 72 in. (183 cm) from beg, end with a Row 6 or 12. Bind off.

FINISHING
Arrange Strips side by side from left to right in order from Strip I – Strip VI with marked ends of strips at same end of Afghan (Strips I-III are marked at bound-off edge, Strips IV-VI are marked at cast-on edge). Sew Strips together.
Weave in ends.

Leaf-Bead Lace Scarf

Leave it to Trendsetter Yarns to create a yummy 100% cotton yarn and include silk leaves and wooden beads in the mix! They have a whole pattern book on using the yarn in many ways.
Here's my scarf...

Materials:
Trendsetter Yarn- Soleil- 3 skeins
Needles US size 8

Gauge: with size 8 needles- 22sts= 4"

Stitch Pattern:
Row 1 (RS) *K1, yo, K4, S1, K2tog, psso, K4, yo*. End K1
Row 2 Knit across the row.

Cast on 37 sts. Work stitch pattern until scarf is desired length. Make sure to place leaves and beads on RS of work as you get to them.
Bind off in pattern.

Magical Shawl

A magical shawl using an incredible Tilli Tomas yarn! Enjoy knitting this and wearing it! It's like wearing air!


Materials:
2 skeins Tilli Tomas Voile de la Mer 70%
Silk: 30% Seaweed 290yds/50 gms
11 US straight needles
Size: 24” x 56” approximate

Cast on 73 sts
Knit 1 row.
Row 1 *k1, k2tog, (yo, k1) 3 times,
yo, k2tog*, repeat * to end, k1.
Row 2 and 4 purl.
Row 3 *k1, k2tog, k5, k2tog* repeat * to end, k1.
Repeat rows 1-4 until desired length.
With RS facing, purl 1 row.
Bind off.
First row will have 9 repeats of 8 sts adding 2 sts per repeat.
Row 3 will have 9 repeats of 10 sts, decreasing 2 sts per repeat.

Hooded Cotton Cardigan

This hooded cotton cardigan makes a great year-round sweater, use it now as a great swimsuit cover-up and in autumn, take it with you to the football game!


YARN
Rowan All Seasons Cotton
XS S M L XL
To fit bust 81 86 91 97 102 cm
32 34 36 38 40 in
Hooded coat- skeins- 17 18 19 19 20 x50gm
Collared coat- skeins- 16 16 17 18 19 x50gm

NEEDLES
1 pair 41⁄2mm (no 7) (US 7) needles
1 pair 5mm (no 6) (US 8) needles
TENSION
17 sts and 24 rows to 10 cm measured over stocking stitch using 5mm (US 8) needles.
Pattern note: As row end edges of fronts form actual finished edges of garment, it is important these edges are kept neat. Therefore all new balls of yarn should be joined in at side seam or armhole edges of rows.

BACK
Cast on 95 (99: 103: 107: 111) sts using 41⁄2mm (US 7) needles.
Row 1 (RS): P1, *K1, P1, rep from * to end.
Row 2: As row 1.
These 2 rows form moss st.
Work a further 8 rows in moss st.
Change to 5mm (US 8) needles.
Next row (RS): (P1, K1) 3 times, P to last 6 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times.
Next row: (P1, K1) 3 times, K to last 6 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times.
These 2 rows set the sts – first and last 6 sts worked in moss st with all other sts worked in rev st st.

Keeping sts correct as set, cont as folls:
Work a further 20 rows.
Next row (RS): (P1, K1) twice, P to last 4 sts, (K1, P1) twice.
Next row: (P1, K1) twice, K to last 4 sts, (K1, P1) twice.
Next row: P1, K1, P to last 2 sts, K1, P1.
Next row: P1, K to last st, P1.
Beg with a P row, cont in rev st st as folls:

Fitted version only
Work 2 rows.
Dec 1 st at each end of next and every foll 6th row until 81 (85: 89: 93: 97) sts rem.
Work 9 rows.
Inc 1 st at each end of next and every foll 4th row until there are 95 (99: 103: 107: 111) sts.

Both versions
Cont straight until back measures 49 cm, ending with a WS row.
Shape raglan armholes
Cast off 5 sts at beg of next 2 rows. 85 (89: 93: 97: 101) sts.
Next row (RS): K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog, P to last 9 sts, P2tog tbl, (P1, K1) 3 times, K1.
Next row: K1, (P1, K1) 3 times, K2tog tbl, K to last 9 sts, K2tog, (K1, P1) 3 times, K1.
Rep last 2 rows 1 (1: 2: 2: 3) times more. 77 (81: 81: 85: 85) sts.
Next row (RS): K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog, P to last 9 sts, P2tog tbl, (P1, K1) 3 times, K1.
Next row: K1, (P1, K1) 3 times, K to last 7 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times, K1.
Rep last 2 rows 25 (26: 26: 27: 27) times more.
Cast off rem 25 (27: 27: 29: 29) sts.

LEFT FRONT
Cast on 56 (58: 60: 62: 64) sts using 41⁄2mm (US 7) needles.
Row 1 (RS): *P1, K1, rep from * to last 8 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times, K2.
Row 2: *K1, P1, rep from * to end.
These 2 rows set the sts – front opening edge 8 sts in rib with all other sts in moss st.
Work a further 8 rows as set.
Change to 5mm (US 8) needles.
Next row (RS): (P1, K1) 3 times, P to last 8 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times, K2.
Next row: (K1, P1) 4 times, K to last 6 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times.
Keeping sts correct as set, cont as folls:
Work a further 20 rows.
Next row (RS): (P1, K1) twice, P to last 8 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times, K2.
Next row: (K1, P1) 4 times, K to last 4 sts, (K1, P1) twice.
Next row: P1, K1, P to last 8 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times, K2.
Next row: (K1, P1) 4 times, K to last st, P1.
Next row: P to last 8 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times, K2.
Next row: (K1, P1) 4 times, K to end.
Last 2 rows set the sts – front opening edge still worked in rib with all other sts now worked in rev st st.
Keeping sts correct as set, cont as folls:

Fitted version only
Dec 1 st at beg of next and every foll 6th row until 49 (51: 53: 55: 57) sts rem.
Work 9 rows.
Inc 1 st at beg of next and every foll 4th row until there are 56 (58: 60: 62: 64) sts.

Both versions
Cont straight until left front matches back to beg of raglan armhole shaping, ending with a WS row.
Shape raglan armhole
Cast off 5 sts at beg of next row. 51 (53: 55: 57: 59) sts.
Work 1 row.
Next row (RS): K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog, patt to end.
Next row: Patt to last 9 sts, K2tog, (K1, P1) 3 times, K1.
Rep last 2 rows 1 (1: 2: 2: 3) times more. 47 (49: 49: 51: 51) sts.
Next row (RS): K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog, patt to end.
Next row: Patt to last 7 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times, K1.
Rep last 2 rows 22 (23: 23: 24: 24) times more.
Leave rem 24 (25: 25: 26: 26) sts on a holder.

RIGHT FRONT
Cast on 56 (58: 60: 62: 64) sts using 41⁄2mm (US 7) needles.
Row 1 (RS): K2, (P1, K1) 3 times, *K1, P1, rep from * to end.
Row 2: *P1, K1, rep from * to end.
These 2 rows set the sts – front opening edge 8 sts in rib with all other sts in moss st.
Work a further 8 rows as set.
Change to 5mm (US 8) needles.
Next row (RS): K2, (P1, K1) 3 times, P to last 6 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times.
Next row: (P1, K1) 3 times, K to last 8 sts, (P1, K1) 4 times.
Keeping sts correct as set, cont as folls:
Work a further 20 rows.
Next row (RS): K2, (P1, K1) 3 times, P to last 4 sts, (K1, P1)twice.
Next row: (P1, K1) twice, K to last 8 sts, (P1, K1) 4 times.
Next row: K2, (P1, K1) 3 times, P to last 2 sts, K1, P1.
Next row: P1, K to last 8 sts, (P1, K1) 4 times.
Next row: K2, (P1, K1) 3 times, P to end.
Next row: K to last 8 sts, (P1, K1) 4 times.
Last 2 rows set the sts – front opening edge still worked in rib with all other sts now worked in rev st st.
Keeping sts correct as set, complete to match left front, reversing all shaping.
Do NOT break off yarn but set aside this ball – it will be used later.

SLEEVES
Cast on 59 (59: 61: 63: 63) sts using 41⁄2mm (US 7) needles.
Work in moss st as given for back for 10 rows.
Change to 5mm (US 8) needles.
Beg with a P row, cont in rev st st as folls:
Work 2 rows.
Inc 1 st at each end of next and every foll 8th row until there are 79 (73: 77: 79: 73) sts, then on every foll 6th row until there are 83 (85: 87: 89: 91) sts.
Cont straight until sleeve measures 43 (43: 44: 44: 44) cm, ending with a WS row.

Shape raglan
Cast off 5 sts at beg of next 2 rows. 73 (75: 77: 79: 81) sts.
Next row (RS): K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog, P to last 9 sts, P2tog tbl, (P1, K1) 3 times, K1.
Next row: K1, (P1, K1) 3 times, K2tog tbl, K to last 9 sts, K2tog, (K1, P1) 3 times, K1.
Rep last 2 rows once more. 65 (67: 69: 71: 73) sts.
Next row (RS): K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog, P to last 9 sts, P2tog tbl, (P1, K1) 3 times, K1.
Next row: K1, (P1, K1) 3 times, K to last 7 sts, (K1, P1) 3 times, K1.
Rep last 2 rows 22 (23: 24: 25: 26) times more. 19 sts.

Left sleeve only
Next row (RS): K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog, P1, P2tog tbl, (P1, K1) 3 times, K1.
Next row: Cast off 3 sts, patt to end. 14 sts.
Next row: K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog, patt to end.
Next row: Cast off 4 sts, patt to end. 9 sts.
Next row: K1, (K1, P1) 3 times, P2tog.
Next row: Cast off 4 sts, patt to end. 4 sts.

Right sleeve only
Next row (RS): Cast off 4 sts, patt to last 9 sts, P2tog tbl, (P1, K1) 3 times, K1.
Next row: Patt to end. 14 sts.
Next row: Cast off 4 sts (one st on right needle), P2tog tbl, (P1, K1) 3 times, K1.
Next row: Patt to end. 9 sts.
Next row: Cast off 5 sts, patt to end.
Next row: Patt to end. 4 sts.
Both sleeves
Cast off rem 4 sts.

Finishing
PRESS all pieces as described on the information page.
Join raglan seams using back stitch, or mattress stitch if preferred.
Hooded coat
Hood
With RS facing, 5mm (US 8) needles and ball of yarn left at top of right front, patt across 24 (25: 25: 26: 26) sts of right front, pick up and knit 16 sts from right sleeve, 25 (27: 27: 29: 29) sts from back (place marker on centre st), and 16 sts from left sleeve, then patt across 24 (25: 25: 26: 26) sts of left front. 105 (109: 109: 113: 113) sts.
Keeping front opening edge 8 sts in rib as set and working all other sts in rev st st, cont as folls:
Work 1 row.
Next row (RS): Patt to marked centre st, M1 purlwise, P marked st, M1 purlwise, patt to end.
Work 3 rows.
Rep last 4 rows 4 times more and then first of these rows (the inc row) again. 117 (121: 121: 125: 125) sts.
Cont straight until hood measures 30 cm from pick-up row, ending with a WS row.
Shape top
Row 1 (RS): Patt to within 2 sts of marked st, P2tog, P marked st, P2tog tbl, patt to end.
Work 3 rows.
Row 5: As row 1.
Work 1 row.
Row 7: Patt to within 2 sts of marked st, P2tog, P marked st, P2tog tbl,
patt to end.
Row 8: Patt to within 2 sts of marked st, K2tog tbl, K marked st, K2tog,
patt to end.
Rows 9 to 12: As rows 7 and 8, twice.
Row 13: As row 7.
Work 1 row, dec 1 st at centre. 98 (102: 102: 106: 106) sts.
Row 15: Patt 49 (51: 51: 53: 53) sts and turn.
Fold work in half with WS tog and, using a spare needle, cast off sts from both needles tog to form hood seam.

Collared coat
Collar
With RS facing, 41⁄22mm (US 7) needles and ball of yarn left at top of right front, patt across 24 (25: 25: 26: 26) sts of right front dec 1 (0: 0: 1: 1) st at centre, pick up and knit 16 sts from right sleeve, 25 (27: 27: 29: 29) sts from back, and 16 sts from left sleeve, then patt across 24 (25: 25: 26: 26) sts of left
front dec 1 (0: 0: 1: 1) st at centre. 103 (109: 109: 111: 111) sts.
Working all sts in rib as set by front opening edge sts, cont in rib for 11 cm.
Cast off in rib.

Both coats
Tie belt (optional)
Cast on 9 sts using 41⁄2mm (US 7) needles.
Row 1 (RS): K2, (P1, K1) 3 times, K1.
Row 2: (K1, P1) 4 times, K1.
Rep these 2 rows until belt measures 140 cm.
Cast off.
Leave side seams open for first 30 rows.

Cool Cable Chapeau

Stitch Nation by Debbie Stoller has some great patterns, here's one of them. Have fun knitting this very cool chapeau!

Hat circumference is 22”. One size fits most women.
STITCH NATION by Debbie Stoller™ “Alpaca Love™”: 2 balls 3520 Peacock Feather.
Circular Knitting Needles: 5 mm [US 8] 16”.
Knitting Needles: 5 mm [US 8] straight.
1 Set Double-Pointed Needles: 5 mm [US 8].
Cable needle, stitch markers, yarn needle, sewing thread and needle, 2 buttons 1” diameter, empty whipped topping container or other round piece of plastic for brim.

GAUGE: 18 sts = 4”; 24 rows = 4” in pattern stitch. CHECK
YOUR GAUGE. Use any size needles to obtain the gauge.
NOTES: Hat is worked in the round. As stitches are decreased and no longer fit on circular needles, divide them among 3 double pointed
needles to complete.



SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
4/4 LPC: Slip next 4 sts to cable needle and hold to front, k4, k4
from cable needle.
Cable Pattern Stitch (multiple of 12 sts)
Rounds 1-7: * K8, p4; repeat from * around.
Round 8: * 4/4 LPC, p4; repeat from * around.
Rounds 9 and10: * K8, p4; repeat from * around.
Repeat Rounds 1 - 10 for stitch pattern.

HAT
With circular needles, cast on 96 sts. Place marker for beginning of round and join, being careful not to twist sts.

Cuff Ribbing
Round 1: * K1, p1; repeat from * around.
Repeat Round 1 twice more.
Next Round: Begin Cable Stitch Pattern. Work until hat measures
7” from beginning.

Shape Crown
Round 1 (dec): * [K2 tog] 4 times, [p2tog] 2 times; repeat from *
around–48 sts.
Rounds 2 and 3: * K4, p2; repeat from * around.
Round 4 (dec): * [K2tog] 2 times, p2 tog; repeat from * around–24 sts.
Round 5: * K2, p1; repeat from * around.
Round 6: * K2tog, p1: repeat from * around–16 sts.

FINISHING
Cut yarn leaving long tail. Thread yarn through remaining sts to
secure. Weave in yarn ends.

Brim
With knitting needles, cast on 40 sts. Begin with a right side row,
work in St st and work short-row shaping as follows:
Row 1: Knit 25, turn.
Row 2: Slip 1, p12; turn.
Row 3: Slip 1, k15; turn.
Row 4: Slip 1, p18; turn.
Continue to work in this manner, working 3 more sts at center
each time until all 40 sts have been worked. Work 6 rows even inSt st. Bind off 2 sts at beginning of next 10 rows–20 sts. Bind off
3 sts at the beginning of next 4 rows–8 sts. Bind off.

Strap
With knitting needles, cast on 7 sts.
Row 1: K1, *p1, k1; repeat from * across.
Row 2: P1, *k1, p1; repeat from * across.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until strap measures 8”. Bind off in pattern.
Weave in ends.

FINISHING
Fold brim in half with knit side to the outside. Cut plastic to the shape of the brim. Slip plastic inside brim and sew edges together. Sew brim to center front of cap. Pin strap above brim as shown.

Knitted Cotton Shopping Bag

Think Green! Knit this bag and take it with you to your visit to grocery store!

SIZE: One Size
About 11 x 14 in. (28 x 35.5 cm) (not including handle)

MATERIALS
• 482-130 Lion Brand Recycled Cotton: Seagrass 3 Balls
• Stitch Markers
• Large-Eyed Blunt Needles
• Additional Materials
Circular knitting needle size 9 (5.5 mm), 24 in. (61 cm) long

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

STITCH EXPLANATION:
NOTES:
Base of Tote is knit back and fourth in rows on circular needle with 2 strands of yarn held together. Tote is then worked in the round in Lace Pattern with 1 strand of yarn.
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.

Lace Pattern (worked in the round)
Rnd 1: *(Yo, k2tog); rep from * around.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rnd 3: *(Ssk, yo); rep from * around.
Rnd 4: Knit.
Rep Rnds 1-4 for Lace Pattern.

TOTE

Base
With 2 strands of yarn held together, cast on 44 sts.
Rows 1-30: Knit. At end of last row, do not turn.
Rotate work and pick up and k14 sts along adjacent short side of Base, 44 sts along long side of Base, and 14 sts along rem side – 116 sts.

Top
Note: Work will now proceed in the round.
Join, being careful not to twist sts. Place marker for beg of rnd.
Rnds 1-3: Knit.
Cut 1 strand of yarn, leaving a long tail.
With 1 strand of yarn, work Rnd 1 of Lace Pattern. Rep Rnds 1-4 of Lace Pattern until piece measures about
14 in. (35.5 cm) from Base, ending with a Rnd 4.

Handle Shaping
Next Rnd: Bind off 14 sts, K 44 sts, bind off 14 sts, k44 sts and sl to a holder, bind off 14 sts - (2 sets of 44 sts for each side of handle).
Rem 44 sts will be worked back and forth in rows for first half of handle.
Row 1 (RS): K2tog *(yo, k2tog), rep from * to last 2 sts, k2tog – 42 sts.
Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl.
Row 3: K1, ssk, *(yo, ssk) to last 3 sts, ssk, k1 – 40 sts.
Row 5: K1, k2tog, *(yo, k2tog); rep from * to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1 – 38 sts.
Row 7: Ssk, *(ssk, yo); rep from * to last 2 sts, ssk – 36 sts.
Row 8: Purl.
Rep Rows 5-8 until there are 8 sts rem, ending with a Row 8. Work rem 8 sts as follows:
Row 1 (RS): K1, (yo, k2tog) 3 times, k1.
Row 2: Purl.
Row 3: K1, (ssk, yo) 3 times, k1.
Row 4: Purl.
Rep Rows 1-4 twice more. Bind off loosely. Re-join yarn to 44 sts on holder and work same as for first half of
handle.

FINISHING
Sew ends of handle together.

Border
With RS facing and 1 strand of yarn, beg at handle seam, pick up and k100 sts evenly spaced around one side of handle and top of Tote. Join, being careful not to twist. Place marker for beg of rnd.
Rnd 1: Purl.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Bind off loosely.
Rep border on opposite side of Tote. Weave in ends.

Lacy Triangle Shawl

This is a great pattern for a triangle shawl, it's light and airy even using wool yarn.

SIZE: One Size
About 32 x 62 in. (81.5 x 157.5 cm)

MATERIALS
• 790-410 Lion Brand Homespun® Yarn: Herb Garden 2 Balls
• Crochet Hook - Size K-10.5
• Large-Eye Blunt Needle
• Additional Materials- circular knitting needle size 13 (9 mm), 36 in. long, stitch markers

GAUGE:
8 sts = 4 in. (10 cm) in pattern. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR GAUGE. When you match the
gauge in a pattern, your project will be the size specified in the pattern and the materials specified in the pattern will be sufficient. If it takes you less stitches and rows to make a 4 in. [10 cm] square, try using a smaller size hook or needles; if more stitches and rows, try a larger size hook or needles.
NOTES: Circular needle is used to accommodate large number of sts. Work back and forth on circular needle, as if working on straight needles.

SHAWL
Cast on 5 sts.
Row 1: (Right Side) K 2, yo, k 1, yo, k 2 – 7 sts.
Row 2: Knit.
Row 3: K 2, yo, k 1, yo, place marker, k 1, place marker, yo, k 1, yo, k 2 – 11 sts.
Row 4: Knit.
Row 5: K 2, yo, k to marker, yo, sl marker, k 1, sl marker, yo, k to last 2 sts, yo, k 2 – 15 sts.
Row 6: K 2, p to last 2 sts, k 2.
Rows 7–8: Rep Rows 5 and 6 – 19 sts.
Row 9: K 2, *yo, k2tog, rep from * to 1 st before marker, yo, k 1, yo, sl marker, k 1, sl marker, yo, k 1, **yo, k2tog, rep from ** to last 2 sts, yo, k 2 – 23 sts.
Row 10: K 2, p to last 2 sts, k 2.
Row 11: Rep Row 5 – 27 sts.
Row 12: Knit.
Rep Rows 5–12 nine more times – 171 sts.

Crochet Bind Off
Leave sts on needle. * Insert crochet hook through the next 3 sts and slip off needle, yo and draw through all sts on hook, chain 7; rep from * to last 3 sts, insert crochet hook through last 3 sts and slip off needle, yo and draw through all sts on hook. Fasten off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.

Father's Day Knitted Gift for the Golfer

Father's Day is coming up...what better way to give your golfer the gift they will always use and remember you by!
SIZE: One Size
About 15 in. (38 cm), will stretch to fit

MATERIALS
• 820-099 Lion Brand Lion Wool Yarn: Winter White 1 Ball (A)
• 820-110 Lion Brand Lion Wool Yarn: Cadet Blue 1 Ball (B)
• Knitting Needles- Size 8 [5 mm]
• Pom pom Maker
• Large-Eye Blunt Needles

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

STITCH EXPLANATION:
PATTERN STITCH
Cable Pattern (work over a multiple of 4 sts + 2 extra sts)
Rows 1 and 3 (WS): K2, *p2, k2; rep from * across the row.
Row 2: P2, *k2, p2; rep from * across the row.
Row 4: P2, (*k2tog without slipping sts from left hand needle, insert right hand needle between the 2 sts just knitted tog and k the first st again, sl both sts from needle tog * (cable twist made), p2; rep from * across the row.
Rep Rows 1-4 for Cable pattern.

GOLF CLUB COVER
With A, cast on 46 sts.
Rep Rows 1-4 of Cable Pattern for a total of 20 times, then rep Rows 1 and 2 once more.

Shape top
Dec Row 1 (WS): K2, *p2tog, k2tog; rep from * across the row - 24 sts remain at the end of this row.
Dec Row 2: *K2tog; rep from * across the row - 12 sts.
Leaving a 24 in. (61 cm) tail, cut yarn. Thread tail onto large-eyed needle and thread through remaining sts on needle. Pull tightly to gather, knot securely. With remaining yarn tail, sew seam.

FINISHING
With B and following package directions, make a small pompom. Tie pompom to top Golf Club Cover. Weave in ends.

Quick and Easy Summer Projects- Mertle Beach Washcloth

Summer is here! Knitting is hot, hot, hot! Now is the time to knit fun, quick projects! I knit this cute washcloth up in 3 hours.

SIZE: One Size
About 10 x 10 in. (25.5 x 25.5 cm)

MATERIALS
• 830-134 Lion Brand New Cotton-Ease: Violet
1 Ball (A)
• 830-186 Lion Brand New Cotton-Ease: Seaspray
1 Ball (B)
• 830-194 Lion Brand New Cotton-Ease: Lime
1 Ball (C)
• Knitting Needles - Size 7 [4.5 mm]
• Large-Eye Blunt Needle

GAUGE:
Exact gauge is not important to this project

PATTERN STITCHES
Seed Stitch (worked over an odd number of sts)
Row 1: K1, *p1, k1, rep from * across.
Row 2: K the purl sts and p the knit sts.
Rep Row 2 for Seed st.

WASHCLOTH
With A, cast on 41 sts.
Rows 1-6: With A, knit.
Row 7: With B, k4, work in Seed st to last 4 sts, k4.
Rows 8-14: With B, rep Row 7.
Rows 15-18: With C, rep Row 7.
Rows 19 and 20: With A, rep Row 7.
Rows 21 and 22: With C, rep Row 7.
Rows 23 and 24: With A, rep Row 7.
Rows 25-28: With C, rep Row 7.
Rows 29 and 30: With B, rep Row 7.
Rows 31 and 32: With C, rep Row 7.
Rows 33-40: With B, rep Row 7.
Working in reverse order, rep Rows 32 -1.
Bind off.

FINISHING
Weave in ends.