Knits Magazine Spring 2010 Cover  
Cozy up with 27 knitting projects just right for cooling weather: Explore eight different variations on knitted plaid; rediscover heritage techniques; dress up simple stitches with fun details; try out some twisted and traveling motifs; and deconstruct intriguingly architectural knits.
PLUS: Let this fall's couture knits inspire you; get up close and personal with Barbara Walker, and turn to Meg Swansen for her all-star tips on twisted stitch knitting.
Knits Accessories 2009

Fall 2009 Issue

Project & Yarn Requirements

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Interweave Knits Accessories is the perfect introduction to knitting for anyone just starting out, as well as an excellent resource of tips, hints, tricks, and more advanced patterns for the more adventurous knitter. Favorite hats, scarves, socks, and mitts and gloves patterns combine to make this a must-have issue.


SIMPLE SCARVES
Scoop Pullover- Knitting Pattern Here and There Cables
Norah Gaughan

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 7½" wide and 72" long.
Yarn Reynolds Odyssey (100% Merino; 104 yd [95 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #408 light green mix, 8 balls. Yarn distributed by JCA.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st.

Burma Rings Scarf - Knitting Pattern Burma Rings Scarf
Ann Budd

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size About 3½" wide and 82½" long.
Yarn Crystal Palace Cotton Chenille (100% cotton; 98 yd [89 m]/50 g; Chunky #5 Bulky): #1404 dark lilac (A), 2 skeins; #9660 purple(B), #4021 red velvet (C), #9784 lacquer red (D), and #1219 bougainvilla (E), 1 skein each.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): 40" circular (cir).
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge About 15 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st. Exact gauge is not critical for this project, but differences in gauge may produce a scarf with different finished dimensions.

Neck Warmer -  Knitting Pattern Neck Warmer
Emily Bixler

Skill Level Beginner
Finished Size About 3¾" wide and 28" long at longer edge.
Yarn Classic Elite Inca Alpaca (100% alpaca; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #1198 persimmon, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 10 (6.00 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 13½ sts and 11 rows = 2" in k1, p1 rib, relaxed, with yarn doubled.

Verde - Knitting Pattern Verde
Emily Bixler

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 20" circumference and 3½" high.
Yarn Classic Elite Inca Alpaca, 100% alpaca; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #1108 lamas heather (A), 1 skein; #1135 cala cala moss (B), 1 skein; #1130 dahlia (C), 1 skein.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm) needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 22 rows = 4" in St st.

Pom-pom Scarf - Knitting Pattern Pom-Pom Scarf
Kristin Nicholas

Skill Level Beginner
Finished Size 5" wide at center, 10¼" wide at ends, and 41½" long.
Yarn Classic Elite La Gran (76.5% mohair, 17.5% wool, 6% nylon; 90 yd [82 m]/42 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #6525 sunflower (yellow), #61555 tangerine (orange), #6572 underappreciated green, and #6546 azure (turquoise), 1 skein each.
Needles Size 10½ (6.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; pom-pom maker to make 1¾" pom-pom.
Gauge 12 sts and 17 rows = 4" in garter st.

Huckleberry Ascot - Knitting Pattern Huckleberry Ascot
Kat Coyle

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 5" wide at center and 11½" wide at each end; 30½" long.
Yarn Blue Sky Alpacas Mélange (100% baby alpaca; 110 yd [100 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #805 huckleberry, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 40 rows = 4" in garter st.

Misty Garden - Knitting Pattern Misty Garden
Jo Sharp

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 7" wide and 59" long, after blocking.
Yarn GGH Soft Kid (70% kid mohair, 25% nylon, 5% wool; 150 yd [137 m]/25 g; Aran #4 Medium): #87, 2 balls. Yarn distributed by Muench Yarns.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 21 sts and 20 rows = 4" in pattern st.

Midwest Moonlight - Knitting Pattern Midwest Moonlight
Ivy Bigelow

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 10" wide and 60" long, after blocking.
Yarn Green Mountain Spinnery Cotton Comfort (80% wool, 20% organic cotton; 180 yd [165 m]/2 oz; Sportweight #2 Fine): bluet, 3 skeins.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 21 sts and 32 rows = 4" in garter st.

Zigzag Stripes - Knitting Pattern Zigzag Stripes
Debbie Bliss

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size Adult scarf measures 6" wide and 72" long; child’s scarf measures 4½" wide and 38" long, not including pompoms.
Yarn Filatura di Crosa Zara (100% Merino, 136 yd [124 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium). For adult’s scarf: #1389 navy, #1472 bright light blue, #1503 olive green, #1790 mustard, #1784 deep purple, #1780 bottle green, 1 ball each. For child’s scarf: #1780 bottle green, 2 balls; #1389 navy, #1472 bright light blue, #1503 olive green, #1790 mustard, #1784 deep purple, 1 ball each. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; cardboard or pom-pom maker for child’s version.
Gauge 34 sts and 26 rows = 4" in chevron patt.

Penobscot Silk Scarf - Knitting Pattern Penobscot Silk Scarf
Cyrene Slegona

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 5¾" wide and 41" long.
Yarn Fiesta Yarns La Luz (100% silk; 210 yd [192 m]/2 oz; Worsted #4 medium): #3320 arctic ice, 1 skein.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; stitch markers (m).
Gauge 22 sts and 29 rows = 4" in St st.

Frill Collar - Knitting Pattern Frill Collar
Emily Bixler

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 21¼" circumference and 4¼" high.
Yarn Filatura di Crosa Baby Kid Extra (80% kid mohair, 20% nylon; 268 yd [245 m]/25 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #301 white, A, 1 ball; Filatura di Crosa Aiko (80% cashmere, 20% polyamide; 63 yd [57 m]/25 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #30 lavender, B, 1 ball. Yarns distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm): 16" circular needle, size 6 (4 mm) straight needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle, stitch marker (m).
Gauge 15 sts and 25 rnds = 4" in St st with B on larger needle.

 
 FANCY SCARVES
Forbes Forest Forbes Forest
Kathy Zimmerman

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 8¾" wide and 61" long, after blocking.
Yarn Rowan Extra Fine Merino DK (100% merino; 137 yd [125 m]/50 g; DK #3 Light): #845 forest, 5 balls. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge In zigzag cable panel, 21 sts = 2¾" wide and 27 rows = 4" high, after blocking; in front cable panel, 19 sts = 2¼" wide and 27 rows = 4" high, after blocking.

Frothy Scarf Frothy Scarf
Ann Budd

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 3½" wide and 52½" long, after blocking.
Yarn Lorna’s Laces Helen’s Lace (50% silk, 50% wool; 1250 yd [1143 m]/4 oz; Laceweight): #50ns poppy, 1 skein.
Needles Size 3 (3.25 mm): two sets of 24" circulars (cir).
Notions Markers (m; optional); tapestry needle.
Gauge 14 sts and 22 rows = 2" in St st before blocking. Exact gauge is not critical but will affect overall scarf length.

Never Wimpy Wimple- Knitting Pattern Never Wimpy Wimple
Priscilla Gibson-Roberts

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 20" circumference at upper edge and 13½" total length measured at deepest point of lower edging.
Yarn Knit Picks Shadow (100% merino wool; 440 yd [402 m]/50 g; Laceweight): #23657 vineyard heather, 2 skeins. Yarn distributed by Crafts Americana.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): 16" circular. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Smooth waste yarn for invisible cast-on; stitch marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 36 stitches and 44 rounds = 4" in st st worked in the round.

Shibori-esque Neck Wrap Shibori-esque Neck Wrap
Mags Kandis

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size About 5¼" wide and 38" long. Note: Your exact finished size may be different because of individual variations in the felting process—that’s part of the allure.
Yarn Classic Elite Classic One Fifty (100% merino; 150 yd [137 m]/50 g; DK #3 Light): #7232 orchid (purple; A) 2 balls; #7251 lilac (light purple; B) and #7281 sprout (green; C), 1 ball each.
Needles Size 10 (6 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; markers (m); dressmaker’s water-soluble fabric marker (available at fabric stores) in contrasting color(s) to A and B; scissors; size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook; mesh lingerie bag for felting.
Gauge 14 sts and 22 rows = 4" in reverse stockinette stitch (rev St st), before felting.

Vintage Velvet Vintage Velvet
Lisa Daniels

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 5" wide and 68" long, after washing and felting.
Yarn Muench Yarns Touch Me (72% rayon microfiber, 28% wool; 61 yd [56 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #3618 toast, 5 skeins.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Cable needle (cn); markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 26 sts and 22 rows = 4" in reversible cable patt before washing and felting; scarf measures about 5¼" wide and 68" long before finishing.

Russian Lace Scarf Russian Lace Scarf
Dixie Falls and Jane Fournier

Skill Level Experienced
Finished Size 66" long and 12" wide. Make it longer or shorter by increasing or decreasing the number of snowflake motifs.
Yarn JaggerSpun Zephyr Wool-Silk 2/18 (630 yd [576 m]/2 oz; DK #3 Light); light gray, 1 skein.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm).
Notions Stitch markers (m), one each of two different colors; stitch holder; tapestry needle; rustproof pins.

Larkspur Scarf Larkspur Scarf
Kara Gott

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 5" wide and 41" long, after blocking.
Yarn Nashua Handknits Julia (50% wool, 25% kid mohair, 25% alpaca; 93 yd [84 m]/ 50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #4936 blue thyme, 3 skeins. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): set of 2 double-pointed (dpn) and straight. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holder; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 5½ sts and 7 rows = 1" in St st.

 
WRAPS
Orenburg Lace Triangle - Knitting Pattern Orenburg Lace Triangle
Galina Khmeleva

Skill Level Advanced
Finished Size About 42" along each short side and 57" along the long side, blocked.
Yarn Regia Silk 4-ply (55% wool, 25% nylon, 20% silk; 218 yd [199 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine); #00002 natural meliert, 2 skeins. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Size 0 (2 mm): straight. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); stitch holder; T-pins; about 4 yd (4 m) thick nylon cord for blocking.
Gauge 24 sts and 48 rows = 4" in garter st, blocked.

Ruffled Capelet with Sleeves Knitting Pattern Ruffled Capelet with Sleeves
Pam Allen

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size Capelet: 44" circumference just above ruffle and 14¼" long from bottom edge of ruffle to top of shoulders with bottom edge unrolled. Sleeves: 9" circumference at upper edge, 8" circumference at wrist, and 19" long.
Yarn Bergère de France Toison (77% acrylic, 20% wool, 3% polyamide; 76 yd [69 m]/50 g; Aran #4 Medium): majeste, 8 balls for capelet, 2 balls for sleeves.
Needles Size 10 (6 mm): 29" and 16"; circular (cir) for capelet; size 10 (6 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn) for sleeves. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holder; tapestry needle.
Gauge 14 sts and 23 rnds = 4" in St st worked in the rnd.

Summer Shawlette - Knitting Pattern Summer Shawlette
Sandi Wiseheart

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 60" around lower edge and 15½" long from back of neck to lower edge, after blocking.
Yarn Jade Sapphire Mongolian Cashmere 4-Ply (100% cashmere; 155 yd (141 m)/55 g; DK #3 Light): lupine (periwinkle), 2 skeins.
Needles Size 10 (6 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook; smooth waste yarn; markers (m); removable markers or safety pins; tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st, after blocking.

Lace Poncho - Knitting Pattern Lace Poncho
Susan Sternlieb

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size Rectangle measures about 16" wide (average) and 50" long, before sewing; edges of piece will be wavy.
Yarn Classic Elite Kumara (85% extra fine merino, 15% baby camel, 128 yd [117 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #5736 java, 4 balls.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; pins.
Gauge 16 sts = 4" wide, and 32 rows (1 patt rep) = 5½" high worked in Ostrich Plumes chart, after blocking.

Mini Poncho - Knitting Pattern Mini Poncho
Meema Spadola

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size Rectangle measures 13" wide and 44" long, before sewing.
Yarn Knit Picks Andean Silk (55% superfine alpaca 23% silk, 22% merino wool; 96 yd [88 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #23510 lettuce (MC), 4 skeins. Knit Picks Elegance (70% baby alpaca, 30% silk; 110 yd [100 m]/50 g; DK #3 Light): #23530 wild rose (CC) , 1 skein. Yarn distributed by Crafts Americana.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Sizes E/4 and G/6 crochet hooks; tapestry needle.
Gauge 10 sts and 10 rows = 4" in purse stitch.

Chunky Lace Wrap  - Knitting Pattern Chunky Lace Wrap
Lisa Shroyer

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 44"' long and 10½"' wide at center. To fit a woman’s size small.
Yarn Knit One, Crochet Too Fleece (100% polyester; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g; Bulky #5 Bulky): #325 mango, #353 coral, 2 balls each.
Needles Size 15 (10 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle.
Gauge 7½ sts and 8½ rows = 4"' in little arrowhead lace with yarn doubled.


Arrowhead Stole - Knitting Pattern Arrowhead Stole
Mary Jane Mucklestone

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 10" wide and 51" long, after blocking.
Yarn Fleece Artist Blue Face Leicester 2-Ply (100% wool; 1000 yd [912 m]/250 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): seafoam, 1 hank.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 21 sts and 28 rows = 4" in lace and St st patt for center of scarf, after blocking. Exact gauge is not critical but will affect overall scarf dimensions.


Star Rib Mesh Poncho - Knitting Pattern Star Rib Mesh Poncho
Mary Jane Mucklestone

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size Rectangle measures 15" wide and 42" long, before sewing.
Yarn Karabella Yarns Margrite (80% extrafine merino wool, 20% cashmere, 154 yd [140 m]/50 g; DK #3 Light): #13, 3 balls.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 19½ sts and 24 rows = 4" in star rib mesh pattern, after blocking.


Stockinette and Seed Poncho - Knitting Pattern Stockinette and Seed Poncho
Cyrene Slegona

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size Rectangle measures 13” wide and 46” long, before sewing.
Yarn Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Superwash Bulky (100% washable wool, 110 yd [101 m]/100g; Bulky #5 Bulky): fuschia blaze, 8 skeins.
Needles Size 11 (8 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; markers (optional).
Gauge 11 sts and 17 rows = 4” in St st and seed patt with yarn doubled.


Little Arrowhead Shawl - Knitting Pattern Little Arrowhead Shawl
Pam Allen

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 40" wide across top edge and 19" long from the center of the top edge to bottom point, after blocking.
Yarn Halcyon Yarn Gemstone Silk 2/5 (100% silk; 260 yd [238 m]/100 g; DK #3 Light): #116, 1 skein.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); sharp-point sewing needle.
Gauge 18 sts and 21 rows = 4" in charted lace pattern, after blocking.


 
HATS
Koolhaas Hat - Knitting Pattern Koolhaas Hat
Jared Flood

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 16" head circumference and 7 (8)" tall. To fit a woman (man). Hat shown in woman’s size.
Yarn Shokay Yarn Shambala (100% yak; 164 yd [150 m]/100 g; Worsted #4 Medium): cranberry, 1 skein.
Needles Sizes 6 (4 mm) and 8 (5 mm): 16" circular (cir). Size 8 (5 mm): set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 26 sts and 30 rows = 4" in lattice patt from chart on larger needle.

Sabrina Tam- Knitting Pattern Sabrina Tam
Interweave Knits Staff

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 20" circumference, relaxed. Will stretch to 22" circumference.
Yarn Filatura di Crosa Ananas (65% viscose, 20% polyamide, 15% acrylic, 55 yd [50 m]/50 g; Chunky #5 Bulky): #109 pink/blue/purple multi, 2 balls. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Size 10 (6 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn) and 16" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 12 sts and 15 rows = 4" in St st worked in the rnd.

Sideways Grande Hat - Knitting Pattern Sideways Grande Hat
Laura Irwin

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 20" circumference. To fit 21½– 23" head circumference.
Yarn Plymouth Baby Alpaca Grande (100% baby alpaca; 110 yd [101 m]/100 g; Chunky #5 Bulky): #401 gray, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm), size 8 (5 mm), size 9 (5.5 mm), and size 10 (6 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions 2 locking-ring markers; tapestry needle.
Gauge 22 sts and 20 rows = 4" in rib patt on largest needles.

December Lights Tam - Knitting Pattern December Lights Tam
Mary Jane Mucklestone

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 18" head circumference at brim; 10" diameter at widest point.
Yarn Rauma Finullgarn (100% wool; 180 yd [165 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #446 rose, #456 fuchsia, #424 tomato red, #4705 light marine blue, #430 green, #455 yellow green, #498 bright olive green, #454 chartreuse, 1 ball each. Yarn distributed by Nordic Fiber Arts.
Needles Ribbing—size 2 (2.75 mm): 16" circular (cir). Body—size 3 (3.25 mm): 16" cir and set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle; 10" diameter foam core disk (or plate).
Gauge 26 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in colorwork patt on larger needle.

Lock Nest Hat - Knitting Pattern Lock Nest Hat
Teri Barr

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 26" head circumference and 19" high, before felting; 22" head circumference and 10" high, after felting.
Yarn Cascade 220 (100% wool; 220 yd [201 m]/100 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #8888 purple, 1 skein.
Needles Size 11 (8 mm): 20" circular (cir) and double-pointed (dpn) needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Cable needle (cn); markers; tapestry needle.
Gauge 12 sts and 16 rows = 4" in St st worked in the rnd before felting; 14 sts and 32 rows = 4" in St st worked in the rnd after felting.

Earflap Hats - Knitting Pattern Earflap Hats
Interweave Knits Staff

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size About 18–19 (20–22, 23)" head circumference. To fit a baby (child or woman, man). Shown in size 22" in Sirdar Peru, 19" in Black Forest Naturwolle, and 23" in Nashua Handknits Wooly Stripes.
Yarn Sirdar Peru (50% wool, 40% acrylic, 10% alpaca, 98 yd [90 m]/50 g; Bulky #5 Bulky): #307 damson, 2 balls; distributed by Knitting Fever. Black Forest Naturwolle (100% wool; 110 yd [100 m]/100 g; Bulky #6 Super Bulky): #303 mango, 2 balls; distributed by Muench Yarns. Nashua Handknits Wooly Stripes (100% wool, 88 yd [80 m]/50 g; Aran #4 Medium): #WS0009 faded blues, 3 balls; distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Any appropriate size for the yarn chosen: set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn) and 16" circular (cir).
Notions Markers (m); waste yarn; safety pins or removable markers; stitch holder; tapestry needle; pom-pom maker (optional).
Gauge Any gauge that produces pleasing St st fabric with your chosen yarn and needles.

Larkspur Hat - Knitting Pattern Larkspur Hat
Kara Gott

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 20" circumference and 8" high from brim to top, after blocking.
Yarn Nashua Handknits Julia (50% wool, 25% kid mohair, 25% alpaca; 93 yd [84 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #4936 blue thyme, 2 skeins. Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch holder; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 5½ sts and 7 rows = 1" in St st (see Notes on hat gauge).


Peek-A-Boo Cloche - Knitting Pattern Peek-a-Boo Cloche
Mona Schmidt

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 19½" head circumference and 8¼" tall, after blocking. Will stretch to fit up to 23" head circumference.
Yarn Reynolds Soft Sea Wool (100% wool; 162 yd [148 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #853 orange (MC) and #969 red (CC), 1 ball each. Yarn distributed by JCA.
Needles Lining and brim—size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn) and 16" circular (cir). Lace outer layer—size 4 (3.5 mm): set of 4 or 5 dpn and 16" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 13 sts and 23 rnds = 2" in St st on smaller needles worked in the round, after blocking.

Tweed Beret - Knitting Pattern Tweed Beret
Kristen TenDyke

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 19 (22½)" head circumference. Beret shown measures 19".
Yarn Tahki Donegal Tweed (100% wool; 183 yd [167 m]/100 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #863 dark red, 1 (2) skein(s).
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn) and 16" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 17 sts and 27 rows = 4" in St st; 19 sts and 27 rows = 4" in 1×1 rib, slightly stretched.

Brioche Helmet Hat - Knitting Pattern Brioche Helmet Hat
Kelly Bridges

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 16 (18, 18)" circumference and 6 (6½, 7)" long from top to base of earflap. To fit 6–12 months (1–2 years, 2–4 years). Blue hat shown in size small; rose hat shown in size medium.
Yarn Frog Tree Yarns Alpaca Sport Weight (100% alpaca; 130 yd [119 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): 1 ball each of MC and CC. Hats shown in #31 blue (MC) with #30 pale blue (CC), and #205 rose (MC) with #95 pink (CC). Yarn distributed by T&C Imports.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 14 sts and 42 rnds = 4" in brioche patt worked in the rnd with yarn doubled, and with fabric relaxed and unblocked. As an aid to counting the sts and rows/rnds when checking gauge in brioche stitch, count each column of knit sts as 2 sts, and count each knit st in the column as 2 rows/ rnds.


Molly's Headband - Knitting Pattern Molly's Headband
Pam Allen

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 3½" wide and 15" long, not including I-cord ties.
Yarn Frog Tree Yarns Alpaca Sport Weight (100% alpaca; 130 yd [119 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #96 light blue, 1 ball. Yarn distributed by T&C Imports.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): set of 2 double-pointed (dpn).
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge About 21 sts and 32 rows = 4" in St st. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.

 
SIMPLE SOCKS
Rib and Cable Socks- Knitting Pattern Rib and Cable Socks
Nancy Bush

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 7½" foot circumference, 8" long from cast-on edge to top of heel flap, and 9½" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit women’s U.S. shoe sizes 8 to 9.
Yarn Mountain Colors Bearfoot (60% superwash wool, 25% mohair, 15% nylon; 350 yd [320 m]/100 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): wilderness, 1 skein.
Needles Size 1 (2.25 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 14 sts and 20 rnds = 2" in St st worked in the rnd, before blocking.

Baby's First Sock - Knitting Pattern Baby's First Sock
Ann Budd

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size About 4" foot circumference, 4¼" long from top of leg to base of heel, and 4¼" long from back of heel to tip of toe.
Yarn Dale of Norway Baby Ull (100% superwash wool yarn; 191 yd [175 m]/50 g ball; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #5226 lavender, 1 ball.
Needles Size 1 (2.25 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle; stitch marker (m).
Gauge 20 sts and 26 rnds = 2" in basketweave pattern st worked in the round.

Cowgirl Slipper Socks - Knitting Pattern Cowgirl Slipper Socks
Ann Budd

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 8¾" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit a woman’s size medium.
Yarn Buffalo Gold #6 (100% buffalo; 120 yd [109 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): natural brown, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 11 sts and 16 rows = 2" in St st worked in the rnd.

Citrine Socklets - Knitting Pattern Citrine Socklets
Marilyn Webster

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 8¾" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit women’s U.S. shoe sizes 7 to 9.
Yarn Alchemy Sanctuary (70% merino, 30% silk; 125 yd [114 m]/50 g; DK #3 Light): #76E citrine, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 4 double- pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 13 sts and 19 rnds = 2" in St st in the rnd.

Infant's Fancy Silk Sock- Knitting Pattern Infant's Fancy Silk Socks
Nancy Bush

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size 4½" foot circumference, 4¾" long from cast-on edge to top of heel flap, and 4¼" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. infants’ shoe sizes about 3 to 4.
Yarn Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Sock (75% wool, 25% nylon; 215 yd [196 m]/2 oz; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #0ns natural, 1 skein.
Needles Size 00 (1.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 10½ sts and 13 rnds = 1" in St st worked in the rnd, before blocking.

 
FANCY SOCKS
Up-Down Spiral Sox- Knitting Pattern Up-Down Spiral Sox
Sandy Cushman

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size To fit a woman’s average (large) foot. About 7½ (8)" around and about 9¼ (10)" long.
Yarn Plymouth Country Prints 8-ply (100% superwash wool, 105 yd [96 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #25, 1 ball. Plymouth Country 8-Ply (100% superwash wool; 106 yd [97 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #18 red (MC), 2 balls, #9215 grayish green, 1 ball. Small amount of contrasting waste yarn.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 24 sts and 28 rows = 4", unblocked; 22 sts = 4", blocked.

Bazaar Socks - Knitting Pattern Bazaar Socks
Priscilla Gibson-Roberts

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 7½" foot circumference, 6¼" long from cuff to top of heel, and 8¾" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit women’s U.S. shoe sizes 7 to 8.
Yarn Brown Sheep Cotton Fine (80% cotton; 20% wool; 222 yd [203 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine). See pattern for colors.
Needles Sizes 0 (2 mm) and 1 (2.25 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Waste yarn for provisional CO; markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 24 rows = 2" on smaller needles in striped toe/heel patt.

Algonquin Socks - Knitting Pattern Algonquin Socks
Gayle Bunn

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 7½ (9)" foot circumference and 7¾ (9¼)" foot length. To fit a child (woman).
Yarn Brown Sheep Nature Spun Sport Weight (100% wool; 184 yd [168 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): 1 ball each of 8 colors. Child’s version shown in #N04 blue knight (navy; MC), #N80 mountain purple (A), #N30 Nordic blue (medium blue), #109 spring green, #N17 French clay (orange), #N46 red fox, #308 sunburst gold, and #200 Bordeaux (burgundy). Adult version shown in #N46 red fox (MC), #308 sunburst gold (A), #N17 French clay (orange), #200 Bordeaux (burgundy), #N30 Nordic blue (medium blue), #N80 mountain purple, #109 spring green, and #N04 blue knight (navy). Note: 1 ball of each color is sufficient to make both pairs of socks shown.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 25 stitches and 30 rounds = 4" in St st charted patterns, worked in the round.

A Holiday Stocking - Knitting Pattern A Holiday Stocking
Nancy Bush

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 12" around top opening and 12" from top of leg to bottom of heel
Yarn Dale of Norway Heilo (100% wool, 109 yd [100 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #4137 red, #0017 natural, #7562 green.
Needles Sizes 3 (3.25 mm) and 2 (2.75 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Gauge 12 sts and 14 rnds = 2" in circular, patterned stockinette stitch on larger needles before blocking

Annetrelac Socks- Knitting Pattern Annetrelac Socks
Sandy Beadle

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 7¼" foot circumference and 9½" from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit a woman’s U.S. shoe size 9.
Yarn Schaefer Anne (60% superwash merino, 25% mohair, 15% nylon; 560 yd [512 m]/113 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): red/blue/green variegated, 1 skein.
Needles Size 1 (2.25 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 25 rows = 2" in St st.

Traveler's Stockings- Knitting Pattern Traveler's Stockings
Nancy Bush

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size Foot measurement: 7½" around and 9" (23 cm) long. To fit average woman’s foot.
Yarn Koigu Premium Merino (100% wool; 176 yd [161 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #2340 sage green, 3 skeins. (Also shown in #2171 denim blue and #2128 dark lavender.)
Needles Size 0 (2 mm): set of 5 double- pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Marker (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 18 sts and 28 rnds = 2" in St st worked in the round.

Bells and Whistles Socks - Knitting Pattern Bells & Whistles Socks
Mona Schmidt

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 9" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit a woman’s U.S. shoe size 9.
Yarn Reynolds Whiskey (100% wool; 195 yd [178 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #98 lavender, 2 balls. Yarn distributed by JCA.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 22 rnds = 2" in St st worked in the rnd.

Wishbone Socks - Knitting Pattern Wishbone Socks
Nancy Bush

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size Leg, 8" to top of heel flap; foot, 8¾" from back of heel to tip of toe, 7¾" in circumference; woman’s medium.
Yarn Louet Gems Fingering Weight (100% merino wool yarn; 185 yards [169 m]/50 g skein; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #50 Sage, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 1 (2.25 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 stitches and 24 rounds = 2" in St st.

 
MITTS AND GLOVES
Subway Mittens- Knitting Pattern Subway Mittens
Colleen Meagher

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 8" hand circumference and 10½" long from cuff CO to tip of fingers. To fit a woman’s medium to large hand.
Yarn Cascade 220 (100% wool; 220 yd [201 m]/100 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #4008 maroon, 1 skein.
Needles Sizes 5 (3.5 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm): double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); one ¾" button; tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st in the rnd on larger needles.

Cornflower Mitts - Knitting Pattern Cornflower Mitts
Deborah Newton

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 8" hand circumference and 8" long.
Yarn Jade Sapphire Mongolian Cashmere 6-ply (100% Cashmere, 150 yd [137 m]/55 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #014 hydrangea.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 24 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in rib patt worked in the rnd.

Mosaic Mitts - Knitting Pattern Mosaic Mitts
Sandy Cushman

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 8" hand circumference and 10" long. To fit an adult.
Yarn Plymouth Galway Worsted (100% wool; 230 yd [210 m]/100 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #127 sage (A), #178 teal (B), and #117 fuchsia (C), 1 ball each. Also shown in #173 red (A), #92 purple (B) and #117 fuchsia (C).
Needles Size 4 (3.5 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needles; small amount of waste yarn.
Gauge 24 sts and 32 rows = 4" in slipstitch patt, worked in the rnd.

Alpaca Gloves - Knitting Pattern Alpaca Gloves
Leslie Scanlon

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 6½ (7, 8)" hand circumference. To fit a woman’s small (medium, large) hand.
Yarn Classic Elite Inca Alpaca (100% alpaca; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #1163 morning glory (pink; MC), 2 skeins. Classic Elite Romance (100% cashmere; 125 yd [114 m]/50 g): #10831 coral (CC), 1 ball.
Needles Hand and fingers—size 3 (3.25 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Cuff—size 6 (4 mm): set of 4 dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); stitch holders or waste yarn; tapestry needle.
Gauge 12½ sts and 16 rnds = 2" in St st worked in the rnd on smaller needles.

Keep Them Warm Wristlets - Knitting Pattern Keep Them Warm Wristlets
Susan Strawn

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size About 10½" long and 4" in circumference, relaxed; will stretch to fit 8" circumference hand.
Yarn Knit Picks Gloss Sock Yarn (70% merino wool, 30% silk yarn; 220 yd [201 m]/ 50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #23872 woodland sage, 1 skein. Yarn distributed by Crafts Americana.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 26 sts and 25 rnds = 2" in k2, p2 rib, relaxed.

The Point About Cuffs - Knitting Pattern The Point About Cuffs
Vicki Square

Skill Level Easy
Finished Size About 6" wrist circumference and 8" long. Ribbing at wrist will stretch to about 8" circumference.
Yarn Filatura di Crosa Baby Kid Extra (80% mohair kid, 20% nylon; 268 yd [245 m]/25 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #310 off white, 1 ball. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Tapestry needle.
Gauge 24 sts and 19 rnds = 4" in lace patt worked in the rnd.

Je Suis Jolie Mitts - Knitting Pattern Je Suis Jolie Mitts
Clara Parkes

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size 7" hand circumference and 9" long.
Yarn Tahki Stacy Charles Jolie (70% angora, 30% wool; 108 yd [99 m]/25 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #5016 pale green, 1 skein.
Needles Size 6 ( mm): set of 5 double-pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Stitch markers (m); tapestry needle; stitch holder; 2 beads (optional).
Gauge 25 sts and 32 rows = 4" in rib patt in the rnd.

Layered Turkish Gloves - Knitting Pattern Layered Turkish Gloves
Mari Lynn Patrick

Skill Level Experienced
Finished Size 7 (7¾)" hand circumference; to fit a woman’s medium (large) hand. Gloves shown measure 7¾".
Yarn Alchemy Yarns Monarch (70% cashmere, 30% silk; 156 yds [143 m]/40 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine). #23E good earth (gray-green), #110M amber (gold), #58M Joshua tree (orange), #56E evergreen (dark green), #52E two rock (light brown), #09M pewter (silver), one ball each.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): straight and set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); tapestry needle.
Gauge 32 sts and 44 rnds = 4" in St st.

Knit Cuffs with a Cable Twist - Knitting Pattern Knit Cuffs with a Cable Twist
Deborah Pulliam

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size (unstretched): 5¾" long and 6" in circumference.
Yarn Dale of Norway Baby Ull (100% superwash wool, 191 yd [175 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #2016 yellow, 1 ball.
Needles Size 3 (3.25 mm).
Notions Cable needle (cn), size B/2 crochet hook.
Gauge About 9½ sts = 1" in cable patt.

Fingerless Mitts - Knitting Pattern Fingerless Mitts
Deborah Newton

Skill Level Intermediate
Finished Size About 8" hand circumference and 10" long.
Yarn Filatura di Crosa Aiko (80% cashmere, 20% polyamide; 63 yd [57 m]/25 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #40 fuchsia, 3 balls. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Hand—size 9 (5.5 mm): straight. Thumb—size 8 (5 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions Markers (m); cable needle (cn); tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 24 rows = 4" in k2, p2 rib on larger needles.


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