Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Opulent Knit Cable

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I will show you the pattern below, but you can download the PDF, by clicking on the link above.

Size Needle: 10.5
Finished Size: 6 x 9
Yarn: Red Heart Green
Rows: 48

Work cable on 13 stitches. So multiples of 13 are needed. I surrounded it by Reverse Stockinette Stitch and then by Moss stitch so it wouldn’t curl.  I wrote out the instructions for the even rows but you're just knitting the knits and purling the purls. If you need the written instructions then they are there for you to refer to.

GAUGE: 5.17 stitches per inch
               5.33 rows per inch

STITCHES:
Moss Stitch- On Right Side (RS) rows you will K1, P1, K1, P1 K1; On the Wrong Side (WS) rows you will do the opposite of what you see. If you see a knit then you will purl it and so on.

Cable (13 stitch crossover)= Slip 6 stitches to the cable needle, hold in front, then K6 AND P1 then K6 from the cable needle.

PATTERN:
Chain 31
(RS) Row 1,3,5,7,9,11,15,17: 5 Moss, P4, K6, P1, K6, P4, 5 Moss
(WS) Row 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18,20: 5 Moss, K4, P6, K1, P6, K4, 5 Moss
Rows 13 and 19: 5 Moss, P4, Cable, P4, 5 Moss

REPEAT ROWS 1-20 as needed.

CABLE PATTERN ITSELF
Row 1,3,5,7,9,11,15,17: K6, P1, K6
Row 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18,20: P6, K1, P6
Row 13 and 19: 5 Moss, P4, Cable, P4, 5 Moss

Thanks for stopping by
Heather

Friday, November 26, 2010

The Snuggles Project




http://www.snugglesproject.org/ is an organization that accept pet blankets for cats & dogs that are in shelters and don't have homes. Many shelters only have concrete floors for these dogs. A blanket is all they need to be comforted. Please don't forget the animals that need your help.

When you go to the site, listed above, you will find a donation form (http://www.snugglesproject.org/docs/snugform.html) you can fill out. One copy goes with the blanket so the shelter knows who sent the item to them. They also ask that you send one copy to the Snugges Organization via fax or mail.

They have a shelter directory at http://www.h4ha.org/shelter-directory/index.php

All you have to do is click on the country,state and city and look for shelters with the symbol of a dog next to it.


Sizing:
14” x 14” for cats and small animals
24” x 24” for cats and small to medium dogs
36” x 36” for medium to large dogs

Saturday, September 25, 2010

Serpentine Cable Arm Warmer



Serpentine Knit Cabled Arm Warmer

$3.00

This is a very easy arm warmer even if you haven't made a cable pattern
before. It’s truly a 3D pattern. It's really fun to make. You don't have to be an expert to knit cables. It's the first thing I tried after learning all the basics. This arm warmer, along with all my other warmers, this is made flat and not with circulars. There are detailed instructions on how to sew the sides together if you purchase the pattern.

Tips:
If you're new to knitting cables....I don't use the cable needles you see in stores. There are a couple of reasons. I've never found a straight one. What I use is a blue yarn needle that is sold in just about every store. If you were to use a straight metal yarn needle the stitches would fall right off. When I use the plastic kind I have no problems. They do sell the metal cable needles that look like wings and a hook. I can't hold them properly and they get caught on the yarn. Find what works best for you.


Another tip……When doing cables I only use circular needles. This way the when working with the cable needle I don’t have to worry about the left knitting needle falling down,  It's hard to keep everything in place with straight needed. When using circulars everything is connected. That's just my opinion if straight needles work for you by all means use them.

To create this pattern I completed rows (1 to 12) 4 times, then finished with
rows 1-8. You can make it as long as you wish without interrupting the design. 

The underside is all stockinette stitch except for a purl stitch at the beginning
and end of each row (RS). To make it easy to sew the sides together. 


Yarn: Encore (Baby Blue) or any soft Worsted Weight Yarn
CO: 28
Yards: 70 , for the pair
Rows: 44
Finished Size: 7 inches wide, 9 inches tall (Customizable)
Needle Size: 10.5
Gauge: 4 stitches per inch , 5 rows per inch

ABBREVIATIONS:
C6F = Slip 3, hold to the front, K3 from your knitting needle then K3 from
the cable needle
C6B = Slip 3, hold to the back, K3 from your knitting needle then K3 from
the cable needle


Cable Videos to help you out if needed.: 
Left Cross: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZYKWm0JtEI
Right Cross:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxulTZA1cLA


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to Purchase
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/serpentine-cable-knit-arm-warmer
You can purchase this pattern by going to the link above. It will take you to Ravelry.com. Don't worry you don't have to be a member to purchase it. It will go through Paypal.
Also, you can click the "Buy Now" link below. Please do not distribute this pattern to the public.



Thanks so much!
Heather

Sunday, June 6, 2010

Double Heart Rectangle Knit Pattern




I made this 6 x 9 inch rectangle for a charity. You can download the PDF in case you want to save the pattern to your computer.

Cast on 23 stitches
Size: 10.5 needle
Yarn: Red Heart
Gauge: 3.83 stitches per inch
             5 rows per inch

There is a 4 stitch garter-stitch border. It helps to stop the curling. The border is in parenthesis if you would like to change it.

The reason I wrote this pattern in 5 sections is to make it versatile. I want you to be able to adapt it to your project. This is the order of stitches, everything will be written out below:
  • 10 rows of stockinette stitch
  • Heart Pattern: do rows 1-12
  • 2 rows of stockinette stitch
  • Heart Pattern: do rows 1-12 again
  • 10 rows of stockinette stitch
There are a total of 45 rows which equal 9 inches in height.

THE PATTERN
Again, the border stitches are in ( ) in case you want to change the garter stitch border stitches

Let's begin..............
Do 10 rows of stockinette stitch
 Rows 1,3,5,7,9: (P4) K 15 (P4)
  Rows 2,4,6,8,10: (P4) P 15 (P4)

Now the Heart Pattern (1-12)
Heart Pattern Row 1: (P4) K7, P1, K7 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 2: (P4) P6 K3 P6 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 3: (P4) K5 P5 K5 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 4: (P4) P4 K7 P4 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 5: (P4) K3 P9 K3 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 6: (P4) P2 K11 P2 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 7: (P4) K1 P13 K1 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 8: (P4) K15 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 9: (P4) P15 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 10: (P4) K7 P1 K7 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 11: (P4) P6 K3 P6 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 12: (P4) P1 K4 P5 K4 P1 (P4)

Do 2 rows of Stockinette Stitch to show a separation in between the hearts:
Row 1: (P4) K 15 (P4)
Row 2: (P4) P 15 (P4)

Now the Heart Pattern again:
Heart Pattern Row 1: (P4) K7, P1, K7 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 2: (P4) P6 K3 P6 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 3: (P4) K5 P5 K5 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 4: (P4) P4 K7 P4 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 5: (P4) K3 P9 K3 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 6: (P4) P2 K11 P2 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 7: (P4) K1 P13 K1 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 8: (P4) K15 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 9: (P4) P15 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 10: (P4) K7 P1 K7 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 11: (P4) P6 K3 P6 (P4)
Heart Pattern Row 12: (P4) P1 K4 P5 K4 P1 (P4)

Now end with 10 rows of stockinette stitch
Rows 1,3,5,7,9: (P4) K 15 (P4)
Rows 2,4,6,8,10: (P4) P 15 (P4)

FINISHING
Bind off leaving 6-8 inches and weave in all ends


If you have ANY questions please don't hesitate to ask me, thanks for stopping by.

Heather
Heatherg23@aol.com

Monday, May 31, 2010

Diamond Moss Knit Stitch Pattern

This is a very simple and basic knit pattern. Only made using Knit and Purl stitches. The pattern calls for a multiple of 12 stitches and..... it's reversible. The pattern is listed below. If you want you can download a PDF and save it to your computer for later reference.



Yarn: Caron 1 pound
Needle Size: 10.5
Cast On: 24
Rows Completed: 48
Size: 6 inches by 9 inches
 

  Abbreviations:
 * - *: Repeat the instructions between them

Explanation:
If you see this in a pattern: [(K1, P1) 2 times]       You want to do K1, P1, K1, P1

PATTERN:
Rows 1 and 2: *K6, P6*

Rows 3 and 4: *P1, K5, P5, K1*

Rows 5 and 6: *K1, P1, K4, P4, *[(K1, P1) 2 times], K4, P4* repeat *-* until the last 2 stitches, then K1, P1

Rows 7 and 8: P1, K1, P1, K3, P3, *[(K1, P1) 3 times] K3, P3* repeat *-* until the last 3 stitches then K1 P1 K1

Rows 9 and 10: [(K1, P1) 2 times], K2, P2 [(K1, P1) 4 times], K2 P2 repeat *-* until last 4 stitches then K1, P1, K1, P1

Rows 11 and 12: *P1, K1*

Rows 13 and 14: *K1, P1*

Rows 15 and 16: [(P1, K1) 2 times, P2, K2 * [(P1, K1) 4 times, P2, K2 repeat *-* until last 4 stitches then P1, K1, P1, K1

Rows 17 and 18: K1, P1, K1, P3, K3 * [(P1, K1) 3 times, P3, K3 repeat *-* until last 3 stitches then P1, K1, P1

Rows 19 and 20: P1, K1, P4, K4 *[(P1, K1) 2 times] P4, K4* repeat *-* until last 2 stitches then P1, K1

Rows 21 and 22: *K1, P5, K5, P1*
Rows 23 and 24: *P6, K6*
Rows 25 and 26: *P5, K1, P1, K5*
Rows 27 and 28: * P4,[(K1, P1) 2 times] K4*
Rows 29 and 30: *P3, [(K1, P1) 3 times] K3*
Rows 31 and 32: *P2 [(K1, P1) 4 times] K2*
Rows 33 and 34: *P1, K1*
Rows 35 and 36: *K1, P1*
Rows 37 and 38: *K2,[(P1, K1) 4 times] P2*
Rows 39 and 40: *K3, [(P1, K1) 3 times] P3*
Rows 41 and 42: *K4 [(P1, K1) 2 times] P4*
Rows 43 and 44: *K5, P1, K1, P5*

Repeat rows 1-44 for pattern.
To achieve the size needed I completed rows 1-44 then I did rows 1-4 again.

Finishing:
Bind off and weave in all ends.

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Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Knit Cable - Trace Cable Stitch Pattern




Trace Moss Diamond Cable Knit Pattern
Finished Size:  6x9 inches

This is an easy diamond pattern. It can be time consuming because the cable needle is used in almost every row. I include the pattern I used and I also included the cable pattern and the chart for it. It measured 6 in x 9 in. I used a US 11 needle and only casted on 24 stitches. The cable is done on 16 sts.
PDF link updated to Mediafire. No wait download

DOWNLOAD PDF HERE

Thanks!! have fun creating!
Heather

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

The Waves Arm Warmer


To purchase this Arm Warmer Pattern:
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/waves-arm-warmer-2
You can purchase this pattern by going to the link above. It will take you to Ravelry.com. Don't worry you don't have to be a member to purchase it. It will go through Paypal.
Also, you can click the "Buy Now" link below. Please do not distribute this pattern to the public.


This is a knitted arm warmer that used increases and decreases to shape the design. It's okay if you're a beginner because I was. I had never done increases and decreases before.

I used a slip stitch type pattern for the underside for several reasons. It will be nice and snug but very comfortable. You can also take it on and off without stretching it out. It's nice and durable.

Below are some of the information you will find in the instructions. 

Made Flat, not in the round. You will sew the sides together. The instructions will show and easy way to do so.

Skill Level: Experienced Beginner
CO: 25
Finished Size: 6 in wide x 8.5 in high
Yarn: I used Bernat Worsted in Blue
Yard of yarn needed: 60 for the pair of them
Needle Size: I used 10.5

Stitches Used
Increases 
Inc 1 = Increase 1 stitch by picking up and knitting connecting strand
between last stitch worked and the next one.

Decreases:
S1 K1 PSSO =Slip 1 , Knit 1 then pass the slip stitch over the knitted 1.
K2tog = Knit 2 stitches together

Other Abbreviations (underside, see picture below:
(WYIF, S1, P1)= Stands for “With Yarn In Front” Slip 1 stitch then Purl 1
stitch
S1 = Slip 1 stitch as if to purl






Thanks,
Heather


Thursday, October 8, 2009

2nd "Warm Me Up" Arm Warmer


$3.00
Purchase here
You can purchase this pattern by going to the link above. It will take you to Ravelry.com. Don't worry you don't have to be a member to purchase it. It will go through Paypal.
Also, you can click the buy now link below.
Cost: $3.00



This is a braid styled Knit Arm warmer that I call the "Warm me Up" arm warmer. This is a cabled design.  I do consider this a beginner pattern because I just learned how to knit and the cable designs were the first thing I wanted to try.

I wanted to give you some tips along with some information that you will see if you purchase the pattern. I don't want you to go in blind sort of speak. At least this way you have an idea of what the pattern may be.

TIPS
If you're new to knitting cables and you need some advice on the needle to use....I don't use the cable needles you see in stores. There are a couple of reasons. I've never found a straight one. What I use is a blue yarn needle that is sold in just about every store. If you were to use a straight metal yarn needle the stitches would fall right off. When I use the plastic kind I have no problems. They do sell the metal cable needles that look like wings and a hook. I can't hold them properly and they get caught on the yarn. Find what works best for you.


Another tip……When doing cables I only use circular needles. This way the when working with the cable needle I don’t have to worry about the left knitting needle falling down,  It's hard to keep everything in place with straight needed. When using circulars everything is connected. That's just my opinion if straight needles work for you by all means use them.

This pattern is made flat, not in the round. Sewing instructions included.

INFORMATION:
  The picture you see below shows you the slip stitch pattern that borders the cable design.You can see the columns of V's. This pattern makes it nice and snug without ever being uncomfortable. That also means that it won't move around on you. It also keeps it's shape as you take it on and off. 


Yarn used: Bernat Berella “4” or any soft worsted weight yarn
Color: Natural (cream color)
CO: 29
Finished Size: 6 inch width 9 inches tall
Gauge: 4.75 stitches per inch
US size 10.5 needle
Amount of Yarn: 70-80 yards for both

ABBREVIATIONS
WYIB: with yarn in back (as if to knit)
S1: Slip 1 (always purl wise)
C6B: Slip 3 to cable needle and hold in back, K3 then K3 from cable needle
C6F: Slip 3 to cable needle and hold in front, K3 then K3 from cable needle

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VIDEOS on how to do the Cable in case you need them see the links below.... 
Left Cross Over    (C6F)
Right Cross Over  (C6B)


Finishing and Sewing instructions included in the pattern. 
This is the sewing technique I use when sewing my arm warmers together.

Thanks!!
Heather

Sunday, April 5, 2009

Split Granite Afghan - Twin Size Blanket




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Spit Granite Knitted Afghan

 4-14-09 I updated the PDF with the amount of yarn that's needed for the afghan.

This simple knitted afghan fits a twin size bed. It is made up of 42, (6 x 9 1/2inch) rectangles. I knitted 6 columns, made up of 7 rectangles, then sewed them side-to-side.I used Bernat Softee Chunky yarn. It's SO soft, I love it. It's the most comfortable blanket I own. Feel free to download the pattern below.

Download PDF here
                       
Thanks!!
Heather

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Woven Ties Cable

 WOVEN CABLE KNIT STITCH PATTERN

This pattern measures 6 inches wide by 9 inches high. This is not a complicated pattern even
though it may look like one. You’re only using the cable needle twice in every repeat of
rows 1-12.

CO: 30 stitches
Yarn: Caron 1 pound Blue
Rows: 52

MATERIALS NEEDED:
-US size 10.5 needle
-35 to 40 yards of worsted weight yarn
-Cable needle of your choice

GAUGE, in Stockinette Stitch:
5 stitches per 1 inch
5 ¾ rows per 1 inch

ABBREVIATIONS:
C8B= Slip 4 stitches and hold in back, K4 then K4 from cable needle
C8F= Slip 4 stitches and hold in front, K4 then K4 from cable needle
Moss Stitch=On Right Side rows..(K1 P1) repeat across row.

On Wrong Side rows..Knit the purls and purl the knits

PATTERN:
Rows 1: K3, P4, K16, P4, K3

Rows 2, 4,6 ,8 ,10 ,12: K7, P16, K7

Row 3: K3, P4, K16, P4, K3

Row 5: K3, P4, C8B, C8B, P4, K3

Row 7: K3, P4, K16, P4, K3

Row 9: K3, P4, K16, P4, K3

Row 11: K3, P4, K4, C8F, K4, P4, K3

C8B= Slip 4 stitches and hold in back, K4 then K4 from cable needle

C8F= Slip 4 stitches and hold in front, K4 then K4 from cable needle

1-12 x 4
then 1-4


Chain 30




Monday, February 16, 2009

Crossed Arrow Cable Stitch Pattern





CROSSED ARROW CABLE KNIT PATTERN
It looks difficult but it's actually an easy cable pattern. It's the crossed arrow cable stitch pattern. CO 28 stitches for a 6 inch width. For a 9 inch height I repeated rows 1-16, 2 times total, then did rows 1-12. I used a 10.5 needle.


Find pattern HERE or see below

MATERIALS NEEDED:
- 10.5 needle (or size needed to obtain gauge)
- Cable Needle
- 30-40 yards of yarn

Gauge: 4 ½ stitches per inch and 5 ¼ rows per inch
CO: 28 stitches

Repeat rows 1-16 3 times total
Rows: 48

Abbreviations:
C4F= Slip 2 stitches and hold in front, Knit 2 then knit 2 from the
cable needle
C4B= Slip 2 stitches and hold in back, Knit 2 then knit 2 from the
cable needle
T2F= Slip 1 stitch and hold in front, Purl 1 then Knit 1 from the
cable needle
T2B= Slip 1 stitch and hold in back, Knit 1 then Purl 1 from the
cable needle

Moss Stitch=
On RS rows (K1 P1) repeat
On WS rows you knit the purls and purl the knits


PATTERN:
The cable pattern is what is in parenthesis in case you want to change the bordering stitches

(RS) Rows 1,3,5,7: 4 moss, P3, (K4 P2 K2 P2 K4) P3, 4 moss
(WS) Rows 2,4,6,8,10,14: 4 moss, K3 (P4 K2 P2 K2 P4) K3, 4
moss
Row 9: 4 moss, P3 (C4F P2 K2 P2 C4B) P3, 4 moss
Row 11: 4 moss, P3 (K2 C4F K2 C4B K2) P3, 4 moss
Row 12: 4 moss, K3 ( P14 ) K3, 4 moss
Row 13: 4 moss, P3 (K4 P1 T2F T2B P1 K4) P3, 4 moss
Row 15: 4 moss, P3 (K4 P2 K2 P2 K4), P3, 4 moss
Row 16: 4 moss, K3 (P4 K2 P2 K2 P4) K3, 4 moss
Like I said before, for 9 inches just repeat rows 1-16, 3 times total.
Bind off, Weave in the ends.

 (The even # rows are "knit the knit stitches and purl the purl stitches")

Sunday, February 8, 2009

3 Strand Cable with Ribbing


The 3 Stranded Cable Knit Pattern- with Ribbing


This is called the 3 stranded "braid" knitted cable stitch pattern.  

This piece is 6 x 9 inches. I made it this way because of a charity  BUT you may just want to use the cable pattern itself. That way you can change the surround stitches. If that's the case, I have the cable pattern in a dark red font in bold. 

The instructional PDF, if you wish to download it, is available immediately (no wait) at http://www.mediafire.com/download/n9kxrvor46eo40m/3_stranded_w_ribbing.pdf 


I was a beginner knitter when I started doing cables. It take just a little practice. This is a good beginner cable pattern. I say that because you are only using the cable needle every other Right Side row. I surrounded the cable pattern with ribbing and moss stitch. 


Materials Needed:
Size 10.5 needle
Cable Needle
Approx. 40 yards of worsted weight yarn


Other Notes:
CO: 27
Gauge (In Stockinette Stitch) is 4.5 stitches and 5 rows per inch

Stitches Used:
Cable- see below
Moss stitch - For the moss stitch border you will (K1 P1)x2 on the Right Side rows
and you will knit the purls and purl the knits on the Wrong Side rows

Abbreviations:
RC = Right cross on 6 stitches, Slip 3 Stitch to cable needle, and hold in
back. Knit 3 stitches then knit the 3 from the cable needle.
LC = Left cross on 6 stitches, Slip 3 Stitch to cable needle, and hold in front.
Knit 3 stitches then knit the 3 from the cable needle.

PATTERN: Cable pattern in red
(RS)Row 1, 3: 4 Moss, K3, P2, K9, P2, K3, 4 Moss
(WS)Row 2, 4: 4 Moss, P3, K2, P9, K2, P3, 4 Moss
Row 5: 4 Moss, K3, P2, K9, P2, K3, 4 Moss
Row 6, 8,10: 4 Moss, P3, K2, P9, K2, P3, 4 Moss
Row 7: 4 Moss, K3, P2, RC K3, P2, K3, 4 Moss
Row 9: 4 Moss, K3, P2, K9, P2, K3, 4 Moss
Row 11: 4 Moss, K3, P2, K3 LC, P2, K3, 4 Moss
Row 12: 4 Moss, P3, K2, P9, K2, P3, 4 Moss
Repeat rows 5-12 for cable pattern

To make this exact piece do Rows 1-12, then do Rows (5 thru 12)4
times, then finish with rows 5 & 6.

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Loom Wool Ease Scarf

http://www.youtube.com/ in case you are new to looms.


Loom Scarf made with a circular loom. I used Lionbrand Wool Ease Quick and Thick. "Fisherman" I used the entire skein. You might want to buy 2 if you want a longer scarf. With 1 skein it measured 42 inches long. It's 6 1/4 width when using 16 posts. It was done in stockinette stitch using the "knit over" stitch. I included links to instructional videos from

Download PDF here
Have a good one!
Heather

Sunday, January 11, 2009

Drifting Lattice Scarf




Drifting Lattice Scarf


I alternated a stockinette stitch pattern along with a lace lattice stitch pattern to create this scarf. I used 1 skein, the entire skein, of Encore “Drifting” # 7744 yarn to create it. I only do easy lace patterns so this is definitely a beginner lace pattern. I also created a 4 garter stitch border on each side of it. Most people do all knit stitches when doing a garter stitch but I do all purls so that’s why you see P4 at the beg and end of each row.

CO: 27 Stitches
Finished Size: 7 x 47 inches
US size 10 needles


Row Schedule
Rows 1 - 36 Lace Lattice Pattern
Rows 37 - 66 Stockinette Stitch
Rows 67 - 102 Lace Lattice Pattern
Rows 103 - 142 Stockinette Stitch
Rows 143 - 162 Lace Lattice Pattern
Rows 163 - 198 Stockinette Stitch
Rows 199 - 234 Lace Lattice Pattern
Rows 235 - 264 Stockinette Stitch

Abbreviations:
(S1 K1 PSSO) -This is a decrease. You will slip 1 purl wise, then Knit 1 stitch and slip the slipped
stitch over the knit stitch.

YO - Yarn over - For instructions click here
*-* Repeat the instructions between them


Lace Lattice Pattern for this scarf:
When you get to the rows where you knit this pattern you will repeat rows 1-12 a total of 3 times which equals the 36 rows needed.

Row 1: P4, K1, K2tog, K1 YO,K1 (S1 K1 PSSO) K2, K2tog, K1,YO, K1 (S1 K1 PSSO) K4, P4

Rows 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12: Purl all

Row 3: P4, K2tog, K1, (YO, K1)x2, (S1 K1 PSSO), K2tog, K1, (YO, K1)x2,(S1 K1 PSSO)K3, P4

Row 5: P4, K2, YO, K3, YO, K1 (S1 K1 PSSO) K1, YO, K3, YO, K1 (S1 K1 PSSO) K2, P4

Row 7: P4, K4, K2tog, K1,YO,K1, (S1 K1 PSSO), K2, K2tog, K1, YO, K1, (S1 K1 PSSO), K1, P4

Row 9: P4, K3, K2tog, K1, (YO K1)x2, (S1 K1 PSSO), K2tog, K1, (YO K1)x2, (S1 K1 PSSO) , P4

Row 11: P4, K2, K2tog, K1, YO, K3, YO, K1, K2tog, K1, YO, K3, YO, K2, P4

Row 12: Purl all

Stockinette Stitch Pattern:
When you get to the rows where you knit this pattern you will:
Row 1: P4, K19, P4

Row 2: Purl all

Repeat Rows 1 and 2 as specified on the scheduled rows on page 1. End on a purl row. 

Thursday, January 1, 2009

Two Toned Felted Knit Bag



Whip up a knitting bag really fast with this tote. I made it in two pieces, front and back, and sewed the sides together.  I used garter stitch. So you can do all knit stitches or all purl stitches.


I did. 86 rows and casted on 30 using a 10.5 needle. Make the strap several inches smaller then what you need because it will stretch when it's in the wash. Mine was so long that I had to put it on the inside, touching the bottom of it and sewed it in. I don't add the strap before washing it because I can't change the size of it. If I wash it separately I can make sure it's the size I need.

Find instructions here


Thanks!
Heather

Sunday, December 28, 2008

Paton's Pooch Neck Warmer





This neckwarmer couldn't be easier to make. Simple Garter Stitch. This is made flat, not in the round.
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Friday, December 12, 2008

Scarf's Bernat Soft Boucle



2 BOUCLE SCARFS

These are 2 scarfs that can be made very quickly. They can be made in about 3 hours. I used US size 13 needles. Casted on 18 stitches. The finished size is 6 1/2 in by 50 in. The names of the yarn were "Mauve Shades" purple scarf to the left and "Beautiful Blue" to the right. I used Bernat Boucle Yarn that can be found at Michael's.

I did simple garter stitch. You can either knit every row or purl every row.















Friday, December 5, 2008

Open Rope Cable Twists



Open Rope Cable Twists Knit Pattern

Measures 6 x 9 inches
CO: 28 stitches, 19 rows and 19 sts equal 4 inches. 10.5 needle used. Very basic cable instructions, nothing difficult. I used Bernat Worsted yarn.


Find Instructions HERE


Thursday, November 27, 2008

Crossing Paths

- Crossing Paths -



The cable pattern is bordered by moss stitch. It starts out as ribbing then goes into the wovan cable pattern. Very easy!
CO: 29
Height is 9 in.
Width at top and bottom is 7 in., the center is 6 in.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Arm Warmer Pebble Blue


Pebble Blue Arm Warmer

Pebble Blue Knitted Arm Warmer

Have fun creating this beginner knitted arm warmer pattern. Just repeat the same 4 rows for as long as you want the arm warmer to be. It’s not a lace pattern but sometimes it can look like it is. The larger the needle the more there is a “lace” effect. You're basically making a rectangle and sewing the edges together. The entire pattern is below. 

When it comes to size I add 1/2 inch to the size of the wrist of the person wearing it. 

If you're looking for a challenge you can try these Cabled Arm Warmers. They include Serpentine Cable Arm Warmer, Soft Cabled Arm Warmer, "Warm Me Up" Braid Cable, Waves Arm Warmer, Slow and Easy Cabled Arm Warmer and more.

It's made flat and then the sides are sewn together.

IF you want a thumb hole see the instructions in the section "Sewing your arm warmer together" #5.

Skill Level: Beginner

CO: 25 sts

Needle Size: 11 US

Finished Size: 6 inches width. 

ABBREVIATIONS:
WYIF = Bring yarn in front, as if to purl
S1: Slip 1 stitch, as if to purl
* * = Repeat instructions between them

PATTERN:
You need an uneven number of stitches for this pattern 

Row 1: P1, * K1, P1*
Row 2: K1 *WYIF, S1, K1*
Row 3: K1 * P1, K1*
Row 4: K2 *WYIF, S1 K1*

REPEAT ROWS 1-4 as needed


FINISHING
  1. It’s important to do a loose bind off or it will squeeze your hand/arm. That's not to comfortable, trust me. I've made that mistake a couple of times.
  2. I always do a purl bind off no matter what stitch the last row is comprised of. It's so much more attractive then a knitted one. It's up to you.
  1. When you end your last row cut your yarn and leave a tail. You will tie a knot to secure the sewing and then you can weave it in.


Sewing your arm warmer together

If you have your own method of sewing by all means do that. If you need instructions then I can tell you how to sew it together.

Place the arm warmer with the right side facing down. Then take the sides and fold them in ward. Pin the top of it as you're working.

  1. Now thread your yarn needle.
  1. Start sewing by threading your needle through the purl bump closest to the edge then put your needle through the purl bump closest to the edge on the opposite side. Pull the yarn through leaving about 4 inches and tie a loose knot (so it doesn't squeeze your wrist). Then tie another knot tightly to secure the first one.
  1. Now, whatever side your yarn needle is on, **go up a little and put your yarn needle through the purl bump closest to the edge and go straight across to the other side and do the same.** repeat the instructions between the asterisks. The diagram shows how to do it.
  2. Pull tight every couple of inches.

      5. You can also pin where the thumb hole is going to be, if you want one. To do that lay it flat and slip your hand in it just like you would when wearing it. Use 2 safety pins where you want the beginning and end to be. When you get to the 1st safety pin weave the yarn into the sides until you get to the top pin and continue sewing again.

When you get to the very top do the last stitch and pull it tight, but not so tight that it hurts your arm, and tie a knot if you have a tail from when you finish your warmer.

Hope you try it sometime. Let me know if you have any questions.

Thanks!!
Heather




Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Heather's Cabled Purse





This is an easy cable patterned purse. Definetly a beginner pattern. In the pattern instructions I included video links to some techniques if you choose to do them. It's made flat, then folded in half.

Find instructions at  http://www.mediafire.com/?8vd44l8vfhafof7   Updated 3/31/12

All the instructions ca be found in that document.
Thanks!

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Double Patterned Cable Moss Stitch Pattern




This is the easiest of all cable patterns. It has a lot of moss stitch. The finished size is 6 x 9 inches. CO 24 sts. . Your using the cable needle 1 time.


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**VIDEO:** How to do the Knit stitch:
http://youtu.be/6y-yC_qbXhc


**VIDEO:** How to do the Purl stitch:
http://youtu.be/E3wUDbhSaL4


**How to Cable-Video**

LEFT CROSS:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZYKWm0JtEI

RIGHT CROSS:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxulTZA1cLA

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

Ribbed cable stitch pattern




Ribbed Cable Stitch Pattern

You only have to use a cable needle twice on this cable stitch pattern.
CO 30
Size: 6 in x 9 inches
Yards: 30-40 yard of yarn needed.

This is a large ribbed cable with a moss border. You only need to use the cable needle twice. The only difficult thing about the cable is that it is a large cable. That makes it very tight when trying to do it. If you’re having trouble getting you needle tip into those cable stitches push up all the stitches on the right needle. That gives you more room to maneuver. The cable pattern will be below the pattern instructions.

CO: 30
Finished Size: 6 x 9 inches
Rows Completed: 44
Yards: Need about 30-40 yards of yarn


Abbreviations:
C14F = Slip 7 stitches hold in the front, k7 then k7 from cable needle
C14 rib = Slip 6 stitches hold in front, K2 P2 K2 P2 then K2 P2 K2 from the
cable needle

Moss stitch = For odd # rows = K1 P1 across the row. For even # rows = Knit the Purls and Purl the Knits

PATTERN 
ROWS 1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17: 5 moss, P3, (K2P2)3 times, K2, P3, 5 moss
ROWS 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18: 5 moss, K3, P2 (K2P2)3 times,K3, 5 moss
ROW 19: 5 moss, P3, C14F, P3, 5 moss
ROW 20: 5 moss, K3, P14, K3, 5 moss
ROWS 21,23,25,27,29: 5 moss, P3, K14, P3, 5 moss
ROWS 22,24,26,28,30: 5 moss, K3, P14, K3, 5 moss
ROW 31: 5 moss, P3, C14 rib, P3, 5 moss
ROW 32: 5 moss, K3, P2 K2 P2 K2 P2 K2 P2, K3, 5 moss
ROWS 33,35,37,39,41,43: 5 moss, P3 (K2 P2)3 times, K2, P3, 5 moss
ROWS 34,36,38,40,42,44: 5 moss, K3, P2 (K2 P2)3times, K3 5 moss

CABLE PATTERN: 
ROWS 1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17: (K2P2)3 times, K2
ROWS 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18: P2 (K2P2)3 times
ROW 19: C14F
ROW 20: P14
ROWS 21,23,25,27,29: K14
ROWS 22,24,26,28,30: P14
ROWS 31: C14F
ROWS 32: P2 K2 P2 K2 P2 K2 P2
ROWS 33,35,37,39,41,43: (K2 P2)3 times, K2
ROWS 34,36,38,40,42,44: P2 (K2 P2)3times

Hope you give it a try!
Heather