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February 18, 2021February 19, 2021

Arctic Trellis Shawl Free Knitting Pattern

Hey , I’ve got another Spring pattern for you. It’s called Arctic Trellis, and it sounds way Spring-ish, right? No? Well, I had to call it that since I’m working on it while there are several inches of snow here on the ground here in the Seattle area. (But sending prayers to those of you in Texas right now who are persevering against much crazier winter madness.)

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Check out this super-easy lace stitch:

Arctic Shawl knitting — …and my snowy backyard.

Arctic Trellis is one of those simple one-skein patterns to show off that cake of sock yarn that really needs to be showcased on your shoulders rather than keeping your feet toasty. (Not that I have anything against socks; they’re my favorite thing to knit in the whole world.)

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I used this skein of Darjeeling Sock (Ravelry link) from Earl Grey Fiber Company. This delightful color is called Autumn Skies. Of course it is.

Arctic Trellis is a simple triangle shawl worked from one corner to the opposite edge. It is made up of a garter section with a simple, easy-to-memorize lace pattern. Gauge is not essential, but use a larger needle for a nice drape and an open lace section. My finished measurements were about 70 inches across and 20 inches deep, with a size 4 needle.

Other materials that you’ll need are a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and blocking supplies like a mat and wires. You’re gonna want to do some heavy duty blocking to get that lace to submit.

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I hope you enjoy this quick and easy knit. You’re going to want to sport that beautiful skein of sock wool when the weather warms up a tad bit.

Arctic Trellis has only been tested by me. Please contact me (Ravelry link) with any questions, comments, or errors.

Download here: ArcticTrellis

Stay cool (but warm!),

November 23, 2020February 18, 2021

Marram Tee Knitting Pattern

Is it too early to think about Spring knitting? I don’t think so, but I’m generally not a rule follower. Don’t get me wrong though; I will always be an Autumn girl at heart all year long.

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If you like to knit out of season, check out Marram Tee. Pattern is a simple, lightweight top that is worked top down with minimal shaping. The front is first cast on and worked flat to the underarm with some short row shaping for the shoulders and neck. The back is then cast on and worked similarly with short row shoulder shaping. The front and back are joined at the underarms and tee is worked in the round with a bit of waist shaping to the bottom. Finally, the shoulders are seamed, and stitches are picked up for the sleeves.

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Recommended ease for Marram Tee is 5-6 inches at the bust. Sizing is as follows:

Sizes	Finished Chest Circumference (inches)	Sizes	Finished Chest Circumference (inches)
A	34	F	43.5
B	35.5	G	46
C	38	H	47.5
D	39.5	I	50
E	42	J	51.5

Materials Required

DK weight wool/linen blend in following amounts. I used Plymouth Yarn Tussah Kissed in Color Natural

Size	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I	J
Yarn Amt. (yards)	500	530	550	575	600	625	650	675	730	735

US5 Circular needle, 29 inches, OR Two US5 circular needles, 16 or 24 inches

US4 Circular needle, 29 inches

US4 Double pointed needles OR long US4 circular needle for Magic Loop

Waste Yarn or stitch holder

Two stitch markers

Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Pattern is available for US$5.00. Down load here.

Pattern has been tested, but please feel free to contact me with any questions, comments or errors.

With abundance and blessings,

November 2, 2020November 29, 2020

Pebble Socks Knitting Pattern

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For most knitters, it’s currently sweater-knitting weather. But for me, it’s sock-knitting weather. But that’s pretty much anytime. Or all the time. Socks are a blank canvas waiting to be filled with whatever stitch pattern your imagination can produce. And the constructions methods are endless. Socks never bore me.

Construction

Pebble socks were created using a modified costruction method from Cat Bordhi’s book New Pathways for Sock Knitters. Sadly, Cat passed away from cancer in September 2020. I never got to meet her in person, but she helped fuel my love of sock knitting. I hope these socks can be my small tribute to her creative and ingenious spirit that will continue to inspire all knitters for all time.

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Construction of Pebble socks begins at the toe, and includes plenty of fun details like wrapped stitches, a reinforced heel AND heel turn, and a twisted rib guesset that sits off center from the top of the foot. The “pebbles” form a gently curving path from the toe to the top of the leg. Despite the off-center gusset, each sock hugs the foot beatifully and comfortably.

Pattern

The 10-page pattern contains written instructions, and charts for the “pebbles.” It is written for 4 different sizes (foot circumferences of 7, 8, 9 and 10 inches). Video links to techniqes are included. The pattern has been tested, but please contact me (Ravelry link) with any questions or problems. I’m happy to help.

Pebbles is available here for US $3.00.

October 29, 2020October 29, 2020

Baby Yoda Santa Hat – Free Pattern

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Yep, I adopted one of those cute Baby Yodas. To earn his keep, I decided he needed to perform an additional function (other than taking up space with his cuteness), namely as a Christmas decoration.

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This Santa Hat fits snugly on Baby Yoda’s head and even has holes in the brim to accomodate his oversized, lime-green alien ears. I figure he appreciates it, he is bald and my house is fairly cold in the winter.

Maybe yours needs one too?

Baby Yoda Santa Hat Pattern

.pdf download at end of post

Materials

Size US13 long circular needles for Magic Loop or double-pointed needles
20 yards super bulky furry yarn, white or desired color. I used Lion Brand Go For Faux.
20 yards super bulky red yarn. I used Lion Brand Hometown USA
Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Abbreviations

K – Knit
K2tog – Knit 2 together
Kfb – Knit front and back
st(s) – Stitch(es)

Method

Using furry yarn, cast on 36 stitches. Join for working in the round.

Rounds 1-2: Knit to end of round.

Round 3: K5, *K1, pass second stitch on right needle over first one. Repeat from * 5 more times, for a total of 6 stitches bound off. K16. *K1, pass second stitch on right needle over first one. Repeat from * 5 more times, for a total of 6 stitches bound off. K3.

Round 4: K4. Using Cable Cast-On, cast on 7 stitches. K1, pass the last cast-on stitch over that K stitch. K15. Using cable Cable Cast-On, cast on 7 stitches. K1, pass the last cast-on stitch over that K stitch. K3. (36 sts)

Round 5: K to end of round.

Cut yarn, leaving a tail to weave in later. Attach red yarn.

Rounds 1-2: Knit to end of round.

Round 3: *K4, K2tog. Repeat from * to end of round. (30 sts)

Rounds 4-5: K to end of round.

Round 6: *K3, K2tog. Repeat from * to end of round. (24 sts)

Rounds 7-8: K to end of round.

Round 9: *K2, K2tog. Repeat from * to end of round. (18 sts)

Rounds 10-11: K to end of round.

Round 12: *K1, K2tog. Repeat from * to end of round. (12 sts)

Round 13: *K2tog. Repeat from * to end of round. (6 sts)

Break yarn and thread through live stitches to close top.

For the pom, using size 13 needles and the furry yarn, I cast on 3 stitches, then joined for knitting in the round. (I kept my long tail inside the pom for stuffing.)

Round 1: *Kfb. Repeat from * to end of round (6 stitches).

Round 2: K around.

Round 3: *K1, Kfb. Repeat from * to end of round. (9 stitches)

Round 4: K to end of round.

Stuff pom if desired. Cut yarn, leaving a tail and thread through live stitches to close pom.

Use tail to sew pom onto top of hat. Weave in ends.

Slide one of BY’s ears into an ear hole, then gently stretch the other hole over his other ear. Remember, the beginning of the knitting rounds are the back of the hat, so if it fits funky, try turning it around.

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If you find any problems or errors in the instructions, please let me know!

That’s it! Enjoy.

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August 27, 2020

Clan of Two – Free Knitting Pattern

I’ve got a free knitting pattern for all you Star Wars/Mandalorian fans. Clan of Two is worked from the bottom up and includes a corrugated rib cuff and thumb gusset.

The Mudhorn signet was granted to our hero by the Armorer in the final episode of the first season of The Mandalorian, after she declares Dyn Jarren and Baby Yoda a “clan of two.”

I used US1.5 needles with a gauge of 9 stitches/inch, which made the mittens about 7 inches in circumference. If you need them a bit larger, use size US2 needles with a gauge of 8 stitches/inch.

The pattern has only been tested by me, so feel free to contact me with any questions or errors.

Enjoy!

Download here: ClanOfTwo

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