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Vascular Hat

22 December 2014
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This is a light cotton beanie with a very pretty and elegant lace pattern. It’s perfect for the milder seasons…maybe browsing at the springtime farmer’s market or communing with cattails in the fall.

The delicate tab is a sweet detail that is made even sweeter with beautiful buttons. The decreases are worked cleanly into the leafy design. This hat is knit from the bottom to the crown in one piece with a worsted weight yarn. The decorative tab is tacked into place with two small buttons. This hat has one size and no visible seam.
This is a 5-page PDF pattern. $4 USD
The pattern will be emailed to you within 24 hours of payment.

Skill Level:
Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius

Skills: knit, purl, lacework

Sizes: adult medium

Finished Measurements:
approx 22 cm wide and 18 cm tall lying flat; fits a 56 cm head

Yarn: worsted cotton

Suggested Brand:
1 ball Lily Sugar ‘n Cream Solids
100% cotton
110 m per 70 g
shown in colour 117005 Robin Egg

OR any “dishcloth” cotton

Needles:
4 mm 40 cm circs
5 mm 40 cm circs
5 mm dpns
or size needed to obtain gauge

Other Materials: tapestry needle; stitch marker; 2 x 2 cm buttons 

Thunder Hat

22 December 2014
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Stay stylish and toasty on snow days. This densely knit hat is a favourite for outdoor activities like ice skating and tobogganing. The sweet details on this hat make it unique and the woven pattern knits up quickly and easily. 
The cabled stitch isn’t very stretchy, but it’s snug and warm. A large pom pom is added and a delicate stripe is sewn in a contrasting colour. This hat has three sizes and a visible but tidy seam at the back.

This is a 4-page PDF pattern. $4 USD
The pattern will be emailed to you within 24 hours of payment.

Skill Level:
Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius

Skills: knit, purl, crossovers, picking up stitches

Sizes: adult small, medium, large (shown in medium)

Finished Measurements:
approx 22/24/26 cm wide and 21 cm tall lying flat (without pom pom); fits a 53/56/58 cm head

Yarn: super bulky wool

Suggested Brand:
2 balls Fibra Natura Inca
100% superwash wool
99 m per 100 g
shown in colour 15 Mallard (blue)
+ small amount worsted CC for pom pom and stitching

Needles:
6 mm 40 cm circs
7 mm 40 cm circs
7 mm dpns
or size needed to obtain gauge

Other Materials: tapestry needle; stitch marker; cable needle 

Hydra Cowl

25 November 2014
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This cowl-shawl hybrid is knit with fingering weight yarn and is a great way to show off a precious sock yarn. The lacey pattern is pretty and easy to memorize. It’s as practical as it is gorgeous and will quickly become a favourite!
This cowl is knit in one piece from the bottom to the top with a simply crocheted fringe worked in a contrasting colour. It buttons at the sides to ensure it doesn’t slip down and keeps you nice and warm. This shawl has one size.
This is a 6-page PDF pattern, $5 USD. 
The pattern is emailed to you within 24 hours of payment. 

Skill Level: Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius

Skills: knit, purl, YO, K3tog, sssk, basic crochet: ch, sc

Sizes: one size

Yarn: fingering wool + fingering cotton

Suggested Brand: 1 skein Madelinetosh Tosh Sock (100% merino; 361 m per 100 g): shown in colour Baltic (blue)
 

OR 1 skein Malabrigo Sock (100% merino; 402 m per 100 g): shown in colour 862 Piedras
(yellowy-purple)
 
+ 1 ball Katia Mississippi 3 (60% cotton, 40% acrylic; 210 m per 50 g): shown in colour 757
(blue)

Needles:  
3 mm 80 cm circular
3 mm crochet hook
or size needed to obtain gauge

Other Materials: tapestry needle or teeny crochet hook; stitch marker; 2 buttons approx
3-4 cm



Sea Monkey Baby Hat

20 March 2014
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This hat is a favourite baby gift and knits up really quickly (for those last-minute gifts). Cotton is nice and soft for babies, plus the little ears are just so darn adorable. 
The pattern features three different sizes and three brim styles. It is constructed from the bottom up on circular needles.


Skill Level: Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius
Skills: knit, purl, grafting/Kitchener stitch (optional)

Sizes: newborn; 0-6 mos; 6-12 mos
Gauge: 18 sts and 28 rows per 4″ on 5 mm in st st (20 sts = 4″ on
4.5 mm as given on ball band)

Yarn: 50 g, 90 yds (82 m) worsted weight cotton (dishcloth cotton is perfect!)
Suggested Brand: 1 ball Sugar n’ Cream cotton

Needles: 5 mm 16″ circular; 5 mm dpns (for grafting – optional) or size needed to obtain gauge

Other Materials: tapestry needle or teeny crochet hook; 1 stitch marker


Instructions:

CO 52 (60, 68) sts, join in the round being careful not to twist sts. Pm for beg of rnd.
Work either Brim 1, 2, or 3.

Brim 1: (roll) Knit in St st for 6 rows.
Brim 2: (rib) K2, P2, repeat to end of row; repeat this row 3 times more.
Brim 3: (garter, shown in blue) Knit 1 row, purl one row; repeat these two rows two times more.
 
All styles:
Change to St st and knit until hat measures 5-5.5-6″ from CO (if you are making the roll brim style, measure from the bottom of the roll and not the CO edge). It may seem tall for a baby hat, but it will shorten after you make the ears.

Finishing: You can either BO all your sts and then sew up the top with a darning needle, or graft (kitchener st) your sts together. Do not cut yarn.

Ears: Once the top is closed up, insert your needle from the inside about 1.5 inches from the top corner and pull through. Wrap the yarn tightly around the corner a few times; fluff out the ear and give it a few tugs until it is the shape you desire, then tie off and weave in the ends. For the second ear, cut a length of yarn and attach it 1.5″ from the top corner and repeat the rest of the instructions.

Notes and Tips:
• After tying off the ears, use your needle or crochet hook to pull the ends into the ear itself and then trim; this way you don’t need to worry about weaving inthe ends, but make sure your knots are secure.
• If you choose to graft the top together, be sure to change to dpns first.

 






Philosopher Sleeves

15 November 2013
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Everyone needs some philosopher sleeves to help with reading, thinking, tea drinking – whatever you like to do! The smallest size only uses one skein of sock yarn, so dive into your stash 
and pull out that one special skein you’ve been saving.

These fun sleeves are knit from the top down to the wrist and have basic shaping for a sleek fit. 
The optional elbow patches are knit separately and sewn on later.


Skill Level: Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius
Skills: knit, purl, ssk, K2tog, M1

Sizes: adult xs, s, m, l
Finished Measurements: xs measures approx. 3.5″ wide at mid-arm and 20″ in length (shown)
Gauge: approx. 28 sts and 44 rows = 4″ in St st on 3 mm needles 

Yarn: 100% superwash merino (MC), 114-228 g/4-8 oz, 395-790 yds (361-722 m); small amount of CC in fingering weight (for elbow patches); Note: xs requires one ball, larger sizes require two balls
Suggested Brand: 1-2 skeins of Tosh sock fingering weight merino (shown in William Morris)

Needles: 2.5 mm dpns; 3 mm dpns or size needed to obtain gauge

Other Materials: tapestry needle or teeny crochet hook; 1 stitch marker


Instructions: (Make two.)

Starting at the top of the sleeve, CO 70 (75/80/85) sts with long-tail method and smaller needles in MC. Join in the rnd, being careful not to twist sts. Pm for beg of rnd. Divide sts evenly on needles.

Work in K3, P2 ribbing for 1.75″ (approx. 18 rnds) or to desired length of top cuff. Change to larger needles and St st.

Next: Knit 10 rows even.
Dec rnd: K1, K2tog, knit to last 3 sts, ssk, K1.

Rep these 11 rnds 4 times more. 10 sts decreased.

Work even in St st until sleeve measures approx. 14.5 (14.5/15/15)” from beg. Try them on. They should end 3-4 inches below the wrist.

Note: If you would like a slouchier look, work extra rnds here. 
If you would like to get away with making a larger size with a single ball of yarn, you may want to make the total length shorter here.

Next: Rep dec rnd once.
Next: Knit 4 rnds even.

Rep these 5 rnds 4 times more. 10 sts decreased. 50 (55/60/65) sts rem.
Try sleeve on again. Work extra rnds here if you like. They should be 1″ shorter than total length.

Change to smaller needles. Work K3, P2 rib for 1” (approx. 10 rnds).


BO fairly loosely in rib or use a 3 mm dpn to bind off. Weave in ends.

Elbow Patches: (Make two.)

CO 15 sts with smaller needles and long-tail method in CC.

Knit 2 rows.
Row 1 (RS): K2, M1, knit to last 2 sts, M1, K2.
Row 2 (WS): K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Rep these two rows four times more. 25 sts total.

Next: Knit.
Next: K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Rep these two rows 7 times more.

Decreases:
Row 1: K2, ssk, knit to last 4 sts, K2 tog, K2.
Row 2: K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Rep these two rows four times more, ending with a Row 1. 15 sts total.

Knit three rows. BO kwise. Weave in ends.

Try on your sleeve, making sure the shaping runs down the inside of your arm. Place the patch on your elbow and mark the placement or pin it on. Sew it in place. Enjoy!




Escarpment Cowl

24 November 2012
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Cuddle up in this snuggly, cozy cowl. It knits up in no time using a bulky fisherman’s rib
and looks great with any outfit. The fabric is stretchy and mushy making it extra comfy.
 
This cowl is knit flat using a provisional cast on – the ends are then grafted together. Stitches are slipped at the sides making a soft edge and clean lines. This cowl has one size and has a slightly visible seam.
Craft: Knitting
Skill Level: Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius
Skills: knit, purl, K1b (instructions given), provisional cast on, three needle bind off or grafting (Kitchener stitch)

Sizes: one size
Finished Measurements: approx. 12″ wide and 30″ folded in half lying flat (60″ long)
Gauge: not crucial; approx. 11 sts and 16 rows = 4″ (but it is very stretchy)
Yarn: 250 g (8.8 oz.), 325 yds (315 m) bulky (12 ply) weight wool
Suggested Brand: 2.5 skeins  Berocco Vintage Chunky (50% Acrylic, 40% Wool, 10% Nylon)

Needles: 8 mm (US 11) straight or circular needles (+ extra needle for three needle BO)
Other Materials: scrap yarn for provisional cast on; extra 8 mm needle of any kind; large crochet hook or darning needle to weave in ends

Stiches:
K1b = Knit one below
Insert your needle one row below the next st. It should look like a purl is facing you on the next st – insert your needle under this purl. When you move the stitch off the left needle, you should see the stitch “drop” to the next row and then sit there. This helps opens up the fabric.

Instructions:
See below for Rookie Version.

With scrap yarn, CO 30 sts with provisional method.
 
Cut scrap yarn. Attach main yarn.
 
Row 1: Knit.
Row 2: Sl 1 kwise, knit to last st, purl.
 
Row 3: Slip 1 kwise, *K1, K1b*, rep from * to * to last st, P1.

Rep Row 3 only until your cowl measures 152 cm/60″ from CO.

Undo sts from provisional CO and place on your spare 8 mm needle. Make sure the cowl is lying flat with no twists, folded in half.
 
You can either loosely graft/Kitchener stitch the sts together or use a three-needle bind off; for a less visible seam, try grafting in rib. Weave in ends.

Rookie Version:
Cast on 30 sts with regular backwards loop method and main yarn.
Knit the scarf as written above.
Bind off loosely and sew ends together

Bunting Bonnet

14 April 2012
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The Bunting Bonnet is a fanciful hat for all ages. The fluffy trim is comfy and warm. This hat is best when made with stripes using your stash yarn, but it is a bit of a blank canvas. Try different stripe combinations or use Noro and let your yarn do the work. This is a great hat for inspiring fairy feelings.

This hat is made as a long rectangle, which is folded in half and stitched up the back. Trim and ties are crocheted on afterwards and there is an elastic gather in the back for a comfortable fit. This hat has three sizes.

This is a 2-page PDF pattern. $4.00 USD
The pattern will be emailed to you within 24 hours of payment.


Skill Level: Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius

Skills: knit, purl, single crochet, basic sewing

Sizes: infant (child/adult), shown in adult

Finished Measurements: adult measures approx. 10.5″ wide at top lying flat; fits approx. an 18 (20/22)” head

Yarn: worsted scraps in colours of your choice; plus super bulky novelty yarn for trim

Suggested Brand: 1 ball Noro Kureyon (100% wool; 101 m/110 yds per 50 g/1.76 oz): not shown; or medium weight stash yarn scraps

Plus 1 ball Patons Pooch (33 m/36 yds per 70 g/2.47 oz): shown in 65008 (ecru); or super bulky novelty yarn

Needles/Hook: 4 mm/US 6 straight or circular; 5 mm/US 8 straight or circular; 5 mm/US H-8 crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

Other Materials: 8-10″ of 5-10 mm waistband elastic; all-purpose thread; large tapestry needle; small pointy needle (to stitch through elastic)

Fables Hat

14 April 2012
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Fables is without a doubt my favourite hat of the year. It has a brim that can button up or down and some darling cables that can be embroidered or left plain. The extra bulk over your ears is guaranteed to keep you warm. This whimsical cap also makes a special gift. 

This hat is knit from the bottom to the crown with the brim added afterwards in garter stitch. The brim is folded up on either side. It can be tacked in place with buttons or buttonholes can be made so you have the option to fold it down. This hat has one size.
This is a 3-page pdf. $4.00 USD
The pattern will be emailed to you within 24 hours of payment.


Skill Level: Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius
 

Skills: knit, purl, crossovers, chart reading, basic embroidery
Sizes: adult medium
 
Finished Measurements: approx. 8.5″ wide and 7″ tall lying flat (excluding brim); fits approx. a 21-23″ head

Yarn: super bulky wool; plus small amount of DK yarn in two colours for brim and embroidery

Staghorn Hat

14 April 2012
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Knitting this hat requires some skill and patience, but the end results are worth the effort. The cables make it very cozy and warm and the oversized panels on the earflaps are what make this hat unique.

This hat is knit from bottom to the crown, beginning with the earflaps which are made separately and then incorporated into the body of the hat for a seamless design.Tassels and attached i-cord trim are added afterwards. This hat is one size.

This is a 4-page pdf. $4.00 USD.
The pattern will be emailed to you within 24 hours of payment.
 

Skill Level: Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius
 
Skills: knit, purl, crossovers, chart reading, attached i-cord
 
Sizes: adult medium

Finished Measurements: approx. 9″ wide and 10″ tall (including earflaps, excluding ties) lying flat; fits approx. a 21-23″ head

Yarn: bulky weight wool

Keyhole Hat

5 January 2012
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This sweet hat has a keyhole cut-out with a darling bow that you can wear to the side or at the back. You can also pull your ponytail through. An alpaca i-cord trim gives the hat clean lines and adds a soft, feminine detail.
This is a 2-page pattern. $4.00 USD
Your pattern will be emailed to you within 24 hours of payment.

Skill Level: Rookie-Apprentice-Virtuoso-Genius
Skills: knit, purl, applied i-cord (instructions given)
Sizes: adult small (21-22”) and large (23-24”) Note: small will fit most and the tie makes it fairly adjustable
Finished Measurements: approx. 9” wide and 8” tall lying flat
Yarn: 100 g, 130 yds (119 m) super bulky wool; small amount of DK or light worsted weight for the trim (alpaca recommended)
Suggested Brand: 1 skein Campus by Berroco; less than 1 ball Luxury Collection Inca Touch by Diamond
Needles: 5 mm (US 8) dpns; 6 mm (US 10) 16” (40 cm) circ; 6 mm dpns
Other Materials: tapestry needle or teeny crochet hook