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The perfect lightweight long top for tots when you want a simple knit with boutique details. Knit from the top down with short raglan sleeves. V-neck pullover style with cord ties makes it easy to put on and remove. Seed stitch empire waist with increases at the front of chest creates a lovely drape. Sizes 3 to 24 months. Perfect for spring and summer, or layer over a long sleeve shirt in the winter.LevelIntermediate - Increase, work in the roundSizeSize 3 (6, 12, 18, 24) monthsActual chest size 16 (17, 18, 19, 20) inches / 41 (43, 46, 48, 51) cmFinished Chest Size: 17 (18, 20, 22, 23) inches / 43 (47, 52, 57, 58) cm aroundLength: 10.25 (11.5, 12.5, 13.5, 14) inches / 26 (29, 32, 34, 35.5) cm from shoulder to hemSee schematic on page 4 for more sizing info. Shown in size 3 months.Yarn260 (350, 450, 550, 600) yards / 237 (320, 411, 503, 549) meters DK weight yarnMaterials- US #4/3.5mm and US #3/3.25mm 16-and 32- inch circular needles, or size to get gauge- US #4/3.5mm and US #3/3.25mm double pointed needles (dpns), or size to get gauge- Tapestry needle- Stitch markers (6)- Stitch holder or waste yarn (2)Gauge6 st and 8 rows per inch in stockinette stitch on larger needles

A simple slouchy hat knitting pattern with garter stitch stripes knit in the round.LevelIntermediate: knit, purl, decreaseGauge18 stitches and 30 rows per 4"e;/10 cm in st st, blockedSizeAdult Small (Medium, Large, X-Large) shown in size MediumTo fit size: 20 (23, 23, 23) inches/ 51 (58.5, 58.5, 58.5) cmFinished circumference: 18 (21, 21, 21) inches/ 45.5 (53.5, 53.5, 53.5) cmFinished length: 8.75 (9.25, 9.75, 10.5) inches/ 22 (23.5, 25, 26.5) cmYarn95 (114, 119, 133) yards/ 87 (105, 109, 122) meters aran weight yarnShown in Wool Clasica by Manos del Uruguay (100% wool; 138 yards/126 meters per 3.5 ounce/100 gram skein) 1 skein in color 04 TurquoiseMaterialsUS #6/4 mm 16"e; circular and double pointed (dpns) needles, or size to get gaugeStitch marker to mark start of roundTapestry needle to weave in ends

Reindeer prance and birds flock across the winter landscape in these short wrist warmers. One wrist warmer has two reindeer- one on each side of the wrist-playing in amongst the snowflakes. The other wrist warmer has birds flocking to a tree on each side.The wrist warmers fit both right and left hands, so if you wish you may knit up two if the same side if you want just the reindeer or birds- but I think one of each adds a touch of whimsy! With the Fair Isle inspired patterning only on the cuffs, knitting is quick. The thumb gusset and simple hems add professional looking finishing touches.LevelIntermediate- following a chart, colorwork, increasing, decreasing, hemsSizeWomen's size medium. Finished size 7 inches around and 5 ¾ inches long after blocking. Thumb opening up to 2 ¼ inches around.Yarn150 yards Main Color; 75 yards Contrast Color. Sample knit using 1 skein each O-Wool Classic 2-ply (100% organic merino wool; 50 grams/skein; 198 yards/181 meters) colors 4303 Evergreen (Contrast Color) and 4112 Rust (Main Color)Materials-1 set of five US #1/2.25mm double-point needles or size to get gauge-1 set of five US #0/2mm double-point needles or size to get gauge-Tapestry needle-Stitch holder-Stitch markers (2)Gauge7 stitches and 8 rows an inch in colorwork pattern on larger needles

Perfect wrist warmer knitting pattern for when you need to quickly slip a pair on and off and still need to be able to use your fingers. Contrasting hems add interest to otherwise simple wrist warmers.Vintage inspired lines and detailing but minimal shaping makes it so these will fit a variety of sizes. Special care is taken in the shaping of the hems to prevent flaring. Knit from the top down, the wrist warmers are worked in the round until the bottom hem.Anthracite, aka "e;hard coal"e; is black and burns slowly with intense heat. Coal companies used to brand the coal with paint as a marketing gimmick.LevelIntermediate- hems, increasing, decreasing, provisional cast onSizeWomen's size large or men's size small. Finished size 8 inches around and 6 ½ inches long after blocking. Thumb opening up to 2 ¾ inches around.Yarn150 yards Main Color; 50 yards Contrast Color. Sample knit using 1 skein each O-Wool Classic 2-ply (100% organic merino wool; 50 grams/skein; 198 yards/181 meters) colors 4303 Evergreen (Main Color) and 4112 Rust (Contrast Color)Materials-1 set of five US #1/2.25mm double-point needles or size to get gauge-1 set of five US #0/2mm double-point needles or size to get gaugeGauge6 stitches and 9 rows per inch in st st.

Short Row Stockinette Stitch Hat with Chevrons and Garter Stitch BorderNeed a hat suitable for chariot rides? No? O, well if you did, this would be the hat! Chevrons of contrasting color work their way up the sides like lightning bolts, and the side to side short row construction adds a nice twist when you need a change from the typical hat knitting.Freyja ("e;the lady"e;) is a Norse goddess associated with love, beauty, war, and death. She drives a chariot driven by two cats- what's not to love about that!LevelIntermediate- short rows, grafting, provisional cast onSize18 inches around by 8 inches high; finished size stretches to 20 inches aroundYarn-Main Color: St-Denise Nordique (100% wool; 150 yards/137 meters per 50 gram skein) color # 5852 Aubergine; 1 skein-Contrasting Color: 50 yards sport weight yarn of choice- sample is with handspun bamboo yarnMaterials-US #5/3.75mm needles (straight or circular),-Tapestry needle (one with a curved tip is best for grafting)-Waste yarn for cast onGauge4 stitches and 6 rows per inch in stockinette stitch

Delicate cables and twisted ribbing make these wrist warmers nice and stretchy, so they stay on when you wear them!The wrist warmers have identical cables on the top and palm sides, making the wrist warmers identical for both right and left sides. Knit from the bottom up with simple increases for the thumb gusset.Includes for charts and written directions for cables.LevelIntermediate- Cables, following a chart, increases, picking up stitchesSizeFinished size 6 inches around and 8 inches long, stretches to fit circumference 6-10 inches around. Thumb stretches from 1 ¾ to 3 inches around.Yarn250 yards sock weight yarn. Sample is knit in Spud & Chloe Fine Sock (80% superwash wool, 20% silk; 65 grams/skein; 248 yards/227meters) color 7805Materials-1 set of five US #1/2.25mm double-point needles or size to get gauge-Cable needle (optional)-Tapestry needle-Stitch holderGauge8 stitches/inch and 12 rows in cable pattern, slightly stretched widthwise

Knitting Pattern. Simple knit and purl stitches create the perfect texture for a fast beginning knitter scarf. You only need to know how to knit and purl to make this scarf!LevelBeginner- knit, purlSize4.5 inches wide/40 inches longYarn100 yards bulky weight yarnMaterials-Size 11 needles, or size to get gauge-Tapestry needle to weave in endsGauge3 stitches per inchNotesMake the scarf longer by using more yarn- 150 yards bulky yarn would be 60 inches long, 200 yards would be 80 inches long.This scarf can be knit in a solid, striped, or multi colored yarn. The pattern shows up best with yarns that have some stitch definition.

Knitting pattern for Embroidered Fingerless MittsSimple embroidered running stitches add a quick pop of color to ribbed fingerless gloves.LevelBeginner- Intermediate- increasing, decreasing, simple embroiderySizeWomen's size large/men's size small/medium. Finished size 8 inches around and 5 inches long after blocking. Thumb opening up to 3 inches around.Yarn1 skein Lamb's Pride Worsted (85% wool, 15% mohair; 113 grams/skein; 190 yards/174 meters) color M-151 Chocolate Soufflé, 20 yards red and 30 yards dk weight yard held double for embroidery or 10 yards red and 15 reds white worsted weight yarnMaterials-1 set of five US #7/4.5mm double-point needles or size to get gauge-Tapestry needle-Stitch holderGauge4.5 stitches and 6 rows an inch in ribbing

Simple Knit Cuff with Large ButtonAn interesting knitting pattern for a shaped cuff with an arrowhead design, increases and decreases. Make it longer and/or wider for a coffee cup cozy!

I-cord creates a quick cover for the cord of a simple pair of headphones.LevelIntermediate- You need to know how to knit i-cordSizeAs long as your cords, just under ½ inch thick.Yarn20 yards worsted weight yarn for a short cord (3 1/2-4 feet)MaterialsUS size 5 double pointed needlesTapestry needle

Garter Stitch Bonnet with EarsGarter stitch hat with cute floppy ears and icord edging. Knit in superwash sock yarn, the hat is squishy and stretchy, and the bonnet shape makes for fun knitting! If you would like to make the hat in a solid color it takes just one skein of yarn.LevelIntermediate- knit, purl, increase, decrease, provisional cast on, and I-cord edging.SizeBaby (child, adult)- 15 (18, 20) in [37.5 (45, 50)cm] around headYarnSpud & Chloe Fine Sock (80% superwash wool, 20% silk, 248yds/227m per 65g skein) 1 skein each of colors 7803 (brown), and 7809 (purple), plus a small amount of 7802 (orange)Materials-Size US3 (3.25mm) circular needle or size to get gauge-Tapestry needle-4 Stitch MarkersGauge6 stitches & 6 rows in garter stitch = 1 inch [2.5cm]