Lightweight

Cashmere Baby Leg Warmers

Designed by Patti Ghezzi

If you have trouble wrestling your baby into her tights, these leg warmers provide an easy solution! Knitted in a cashmere-and-merino blend, they’re as comfy as they are cute.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit infant 0–6 (6–12) months, approximately 7" (9.5") (18 [24] cm) long and 6" (7.5") (15 [19] cm) circumference
• Yarn: Karabella Boise, 50% cashmere/50% merino wool, 1.75 oz (50 g)/163 yds (149 m), Color 69
• Needles: Set of four US 5 (3.75 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Stitch marker, tapestry needle

Stitch Pattern

Meadow Stitch

Rounds 1–4, 6–10, and 12: Knit.

Round 5: K3, *(K3tog and leave on needle, knit the first stitch again and drop from needle, knit the second and third stitches together and drop from needle — meadow stitch made), K5; repeat from * to last 7 stitches, make meadow stitch as before, K4.

Round 11: K7, *make meadow stitch as before, K5; repeat from * to last 11 stitches, make meadow stitch as before, K8.

Repeat rounds 1–12 for pattern.

Knitting the Bottom Cuff

• Cast on 30 (38) stitches and divide evenly onto 3 double-point needles. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Work K1, P1 rib for 9 (12) rounds.

Knitting the Leg

• Increase round: *K6 (8), Kfb; repeat from * 3 times more, K2. You now have 34 (42) stitches.
• Work Rounds 1–12 of Meadow Stitch pattern 2 (3) times.
• Decrease Round: *K6 (8), K2tog; repeat from * 3 times more, K2. You now have 30 (38) stitches.

Knitting the Top Cuff

• Work K1, P1 rib for 9 (12) rounds.

Finishing

• Bind off. Weave in ends. Block.
• Repeat for the second leg warmer.

Boise Cashmere Scarf

Designed by Dawn Leeseman

Super-fine merino is one of the softest fibers around, but when you combine it with an equal amount of cashmere, the feel is sublime. Knit it up in this simple Lacy Rib pattern and luxuriate in extreme softness while keeping warm.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 4" (10 cm) wide and 54" (137 cm) long
• Yarn: Karabella Boise, 50% cashmere/50% merino wool, 1.75 oz (50 g)/163 yds (149 m), Color 64
• Needles: US 10 (6 mm) straight needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 25 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in pattern
• Other Supplies: Tapestry needle, pins

Stitch Pattern

Lacy Rib

Row 1: K2, *yo, P3tog, yo, K3; repeat from * to last 5 stitches, yo, P3tog, yo, K2.

Repeat row 1 for pattern.

Knitting the Scarf

• Cast on 25 stitches. Work Lacy Rib pattern until piece measures 54" (137 cm) or until you have only 36" (91.5 cm) of yarn remaining for bind off. Bind off in pattern.

Finishing

• Weave in ends. Shape and pin the bind-off and cast-on edges to the same width. Spray with water and let dry.

Alpaca Broadway Gloves

Designed by Jazmine Greenlaw

Take a simple stockinette stitch glove, add a lovely knot stitch cuff, knit it with pure alpaca, and you end up with an elegant glove that’s a delight to wear. The right and left gloves are knit the same.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit average woman, approximately 8" (20.5 cm) circumference
• Yarn: Shibui Knits Baby Alpaca DK, 100% baby alpaca, 3.5 oz (100 g)/255 yds (233 m), 323 Peacock
• Needles: Sets of four US 6 (4 mm) and US 4 (3.5mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on larger needle
• Other Supplies: Stitch markers, scrap yarn for holders, tapestry needle

Stitch Patterns

Broadway Stitch 1

Round 1: K1, *(P3tog, K3tog, P3tog) in next 3 stitches, K1; repeat from *.

Round 2: Knit.

Repeat rounds 1 and 2 for pattern.

Broadway Stitch 2

Round 1: K1, *(P3tog, K3tog, P3tog) in next 3 stitches, K5; repeat from *.

Round 2: Knit.

Repeat rounds 1 and 2 for pattern.

Knitting the Cuff

• With smaller needles, cast on 41 stitches and divide onto 3 double-point needles. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
• Round 1: *K1, P1; repeat from * to last stitch, K1.
• Repeat Round 1 four more times.
• Knit 5 rounds. Work Rounds 1 and 2 of Broadway Stitch 1 pattern 2 times. Knit 3 rounds. Work Rounds 1 and 2 of Broadway Stitch 1 pattern twice more. Knit 3 rounds. Work Rounds 1 and 2 of Broadway Stitch 2 pattern 2 times. Knit 1 row, increasing 5 stitches evenly spaced. You now have 46 stitches.

Knitting the Thumb Gusset

• Change to larger needles.
• Round 1: Slip marker, M1, K2, M1, place second marker, knit to end of round.
• Round 2: Knit.
• Round 3: Sm, M1, knit to marker, M1, sm, knit to end of round.
• Round 4: Knit.
• Repeat Rounds 3 and 4 until you have 12 stitches between the markers for the thumb gusset.
• Next round: Place 12 gusset stitches on holder. Cast on 1 stitch, pm, cast on 1 stitch. Join with remaining stitches and knit to end of round. You now have 46 stitches. Continue even in stockinette stitch until piece measures 3.5" (9 cm) above the cuff.

Knitting the Little Finger

• K17 and place these stitches on a holder. K11, place remaining 18 stitches on second holder. Cast on 1 stitch, K11. Divide these 12 stitches onto 3 double-point needles and work in stockinette stitch until finger measures 2.5" (6.5 cm).
• Next round: *K2tog; repeat from *. Cut yarn, leaving a 6" (15 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle; draw through stitches twice. Pull up snug; fasten off.

Continuing the Hand

• Place all held stitches onto double-point needles. Join yarn before the cast-on stitch for little finger and pick up and knit 2 stitches. Place marker between these 2 stitches to mark beginning of round, knit to end of round. You now have 37 stitches. Knit 3 rounds even.

Knitting the Ring Finger

• K5, place next 14 stitches on a holder, place following 12 stitches on a second holder, cast on 2 stitches, K6 remaining stitches, cast on 1 stitch. Divide 14 stitches onto double-point needles and work in stockinette stitch until finger measures 3" (7.5 cm). Finish as for little finger.

Knitting the Middle Finger

• Place 6 stitches nearest to ring finger from each holder onto needles. Join yarn and pick up and knit 2 stitches from base of ring finger, K6, cast on 2 stitches, K6. Divide 16 stitches onto double-point needles and work in stockinette stitch until finger measures 3.25" (8.5 cm). Finish as for little finger.

Knitting the Index Finger

• Place remaining 14 stitches onto needles. Join yarn and pick up and knit 2 stitches from base of middle finger. Divide 16 stitches onto double-point needles and work in stockinette stitch until finger measures 3" (7.5 cm). Finish as for little finger.

Knitting the Thumb

• Place 12 held thumb gusset stitches onto needles. Join yarn and pick up and knit 2 stitches from base of stitches cast on for hand at top of thumb gusset. Divide 14 stitches onto double-point needles and work in stockinette stitch until thumb measures 2.5" (6.5 cm). Finish as for little finger.

Finishing

• Repeat for second glove. Weave in ends and block.

Beautiful Baby Bamboo-Merino Sweater

Designed by Carol J. Sorsdahl

This cute sweater is knitted back and forth from the top down, and the fronts and back are worked together as one. The edging is single crochet.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit infant 0–3 months, approximately 20" (51 cm) chest circumference
• Yarn: Fancy Image Hand-dyed Bamboo Merino, 50% bamboo/50% merino wool, 3.5 oz (99 g)/265 yds (242 m), Coral
• Needles: US 6 (4 mm) circular needle 24" (60 cm) long and set of four US 6 (4 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Stitch markers, scrap yarn for holders, US E/4 (3.5 mm) crochet hook, tapestry needle, one ¾” (1.9 cm) button, tapestry needle

Stitch Patterns

Moss Stitch 1 (Worked circularly)

Rounds 1 and 2: *K2, P2; repeat from *.

Rounds 3 and 4: *P2, K2; repeat from *.

Repeat rounds 1–4 for pattern.

Moss Stitch 2 (Worked back and forth)

Rows 1 and 4: *K2, P2; repeat from *.

Rows 2 and 3: *P2, K2; repeat from *.

Repeat rows 1–4 for pattern.

Knitting the Upper Body

• Cast on 44 stitches.
• Set-up row 1 (RS): K2, pm, K8 (sleeve stitches), pm, K24 (back stitches), pm, K8 (sleeve stitches), pm, K2.
• Set-up row 2: Purl.
• Row 1 (RS): Knit, and at the same time Kfb in first stitch, Kfb before and after each marker, Kfb in last stitch. You now have 54 stitches.
• Row 2: Purl.
• Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until you have 12 stitches for each front, 18 stitches for each sleeve, and 34 stitches for the back: 94 stitches total.
• Continue in stockinette stitch and work the increase row (Row 1) every fourth row 5 times. You now have 22 stitches for each front, 28 stitches for each sleeve, and 44 stitches for the back: 144 stitches total. Work even in stockinette stitch until piece measures 4.5" (11.5 cm) from beginning, knitting (not purling) the last WS row.

Dividing the Sleeves from the Body

• Beginning with the left front, slip stitches for each front, sleeve, and the back onto separate holders.

Knitting the Sleeves

• Place 28 sleeve stitches onto needle. Change to double-point needles and cast on 5 stitches onto needle 1, then K7 at beginning of sleeve. K5, pm, K4, pm, K5 on needle 2. K7 and cast on 5 stitches onto needle 3. You now have 38 stitches. Join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Place marker for beginning of round and purl 1 round.

Begin Pattern and Sleeve Shaping

• Working Moss Stitch I between the markers on needle 2 and knitting all other stitches, work 9 repeats of pattern, decreasing 1 stitch on each side of the beginning-of-round marker every sixteenth round 2 times. You now have 34 stitches.
• Next round: Knit, decreasing 1 stitch on each side of beginning-of-round marker and on each side of pattern markers, removing markers. You now have 30 stitches. Purl 1 round and bind off loosely. Repeat for other sleeve.

Knitting the Body

• Place 88 body stitches onto needle. With RS facing, attach yarn at left front and knit 22 left front stitches, pick up and knit 11 cast-on left underarm stitches, knit 44 back stitches, pick up and knit 11 cast-on right underarm stitches, knit 22 right front stitches. Turn and knit 1 row. You now have 110 stitches.

Begin Moss Pattern

• K1 (edge stitch), work Moss Stitch II to last stitch, K1 (edge stitch). Continue until piece measures 4.5" (11.5 cm) from underarm, ending with a WS row. Purl 5 rows and bind off but do not break yarn. Pull remaining yarn through last loop, leaving loop open.

Finishing

• Insert crochet hook into last loop and work sc along right front in all purl bumps up to beginning of bodice. Work a second sc in the last bump, then sc in every other row to sleeve. Sc in 2 of every 3 stitches along sleeve top, neck, and second sleeve top. Work sc to bottom of left front as for right front. Ch 1, turn, sc to top of Moss Stitch pattern on left front. Ch 10 (or number to accommodate your button), join with slip stitch to same stitch. Slip stitch around button loop again, then work sc around neck and down to bottom of right front. Optional: Work 1 row of reverse single crochet along entire edge. Weave in all ends. Block. Sew button opposite loop.

Corn Fiber Lace Bath Cloth

Designed by Myrna A. I. Stahman

Corn is a relatively new fiber for knitting yarn, and it makes a lovely washcloth. This cloth has enough texture to get the job done, but it’s soft to the touch. The square is knitted diagonally from corner to corner and uses mirrored increases and decreases.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 9" (23 cm) square
• Yarn: South West Trading Company A-Maizing, 100% corn fiber, 1.75 oz (50 g)/142 yds (130 m), 368 Biscotti
• Needles: US 5 (3.5 mm) straight needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches and 32 rows= 4" (10 cm) in pattern
• Other Supplies: Tapestry needle

Knitting the Bath Cloth

• Cast on 3 stitches and knit 1 row. Follow the chart below to knit the cloth. Note: Only RS rows are charted. All WS rows are plain knit.

Finishing

• Cut yarn and pull through last stitch. Weave in ends.

Corn Fiber Lace Bath Cloth

Laotian Silk Necklace with Beads

Designed by Anni Kristensen

This necklace pays tribute to a custom practiced in Denmark following World War II. Most women had only one dress, in basic black, to wear for all church occasions. The dress was adorned with lacy white crochet collars, from narrow and discreet for funerals to large and flamboyant for joyous occasions. This silk collar is definitely not white, and it is adorned with beads.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 14.5" (37 cm) circumference and 1.5" (3.8 cm) wide
• Yarn: Himalaya Yarn Laotian Silk, 100% handspun silk, .88 oz (25 g)/54 yds (49 m), Shammy Laker
• Needles: US 3 (3.25 mm) circular needle 29" (74 cm) long or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 18 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Big-eye beading needle, 51 size E beads, tapestry needle, US D/3 (3.25 mm) crochet hook, sewing needle and coordinating sewing thread, hook-and-eye closure

Preparing the Yarn

• With big-eye beading needle, slide all beads onto yarn.

Getting Started

• *Cast on 5 stitches, slide bead up against needle; repeat from * until all beads are in place, cast on 5 stitches. You will be knitting back and forth on the circular needle on 260 stitches.
• Row 1: Knit.
• Row 2: Purl.
• Row 3: *K2tog, yo; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2tog. You now have 259 stitches.
• Row 4: Purl.
• Row 5: *K2tog; repeat from * to last stitch, K1. You now have 130 stitches.
• Row 6: *P2tog, yo; repeat from *.
• Row 7: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 65 stitches.
• Row 8: Purl.
• Row 9: Bind off pwise.

Finishing

• Weave in loose ends. Work 1 row of single crochet along bind-off edge. With sewing needle and thread, sew hook-and-eye in place at ends of bind-off row.

Angora Baby Bunny Cap

Designed by RenÉe Barnes

This lovely, bunny-soft angora hat is crocheted beginning at the center of the crown and ending with a lovely ruffle at the bottom. The applied flower is optional, but what’s wrong with gilding the lily?

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit an infant, 14 ” (35.5 cm) circumference
• Yarn: Louisa Harding Kimono Angora, 70% angora/25% wool/5% nylon, 0.88 oz (25 g)/125 yds (114 m), 9 Pink
• Crochet Hook: US E/4 (3.5 mm) or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 20 dc and 12 rows = 4" (10 cm)
• Other Supplies: Tapestry needle

Crocheting the Hat

• Round 1: Ch 4, join with sl st to first ch to form loop.
• Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 15 dc into center of ring. Join with sl st to top of ch 3.
• Round 3: *Ch 4, skip next 3 dc, sl st in next dc; repeat from * 3 times.
• Round 4: Sl st into first ch-4 loop, ch 2, 2 dc into ch-4 loop, 1 tr into loop, 2 dc into loop, sc into loop, (sc, 2 dc, tr, 2 dc, sc) into next 3 ch-4 loops.
• Round 5: Sl st in next 4 st (to next tr), *ch 8, sl st in top of next tr; repeat from * 3 times.
• Round 6: Sl st in ch-8 loop, ch 3, 11 dc in same ch-8 loop, *12 dc in next ch-8 loop; repeat from * 2 times, join with sl st to top of ch 3.
• Round 7: *Ch 4, skip next 2 stitches, sl st in next stitch; repeat from * 15 times.
• Round 8: Sl st in next ch-4 loop, *ch 7, sl st in next ch-4 loop; repeat from * 15 times.
• Round 9: Sl st in first 3 ch of next ch-7 loop, sl st into ch-7 loop, *ch 5, sl st into next ch-7 loop; repeat from * 15 times.
• Round 10: Sl st into next 3 ch of ch-5 loop, *ch 4, sl st into next ch-5 loop; repeat from * 15 times.
• Round 11: Sl st into next ch-4 loop, ch 3 (counts as first dc), 3 dc into ch-4 loop, 4 dc into each ch-4 loop around, sl st to top of ch 3. You now have 64 dc.
• Round 12: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in each dc around, join with sl st to top of ch 3.
• Round 13: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in next 13 dc, dec over next 2 dc, *dc in next 14 dc, dec over next 2 dc; repeat from * 2 times, join with sl st to beg ch 3. You now have 60 dc.
• Round 14: Ch 1, *skip next dc, 5 dc in next dc, skip next dc, ch 1, sl st; repeat from * 14 times.
• Round 15: Ch 4, *5 dc in third dc of next 5-dc cluster, tr in next sl st; repeat from * 13 times, 5 dc in third dc of next 5-dc cluster, join with sl st to top of beg ch 4.
• Round 16: *Ch 3, sl st in top of third dc in next 5-dc cluster, ch 3, sc in next tr; repeat from * 14 times.
• Round 17: Sl st into next ch-3 loop, ch 3, dc into same ch-3 loop, 2 dc in each ch-3 loop around, join with sl st to top of ch 3.
• Round 18: Ch 3, dc in each dc around, join with sl st to top of ch 3.
• Round 19: Ch 2, sc in each dc around, join with sl st to beg ch 2. You now have 60 sc.
• Round 20: Ch 4, 2 tr in each sc around, sl st to beg ch 4. You now have 120 tr.
• Round 21: Ch 3, dc in each tr around, join with sl st to beg ch 3, finish off. Weave in ends.

Making the Flower (optional)

• Round 1: Ch 4, join with sl st to first ch to form a ring.
• Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 15 dc into center of ring, join with sl st to top of ch 3.
• Round 3: *Ch 3, skip next dc, sl st in next dc; repeat from * 7 times.
• Round 4: Sl st into next ch-3 sp, ch 2, (dc, tr, dc, sc) into same ch-3 sp, (sc, dc, tr, dc, sc) into each ch-3 sp around, sl st into first sl st (8 small petals made). Secure yarn and cut, leaving tail to sew on flower.
• Round 5: Working behind flower, join yarn with sl st around sl st between 2 petals, *ch 4, sl st around sl st between next 2 petals; repeat from * 7 times, sl st into beg sl st.
• Round 6: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), (2 dc, 3 tr, 3 dc) in next ch-4 sp, (3 dc, 3 tr, 3 dc) into each ch-4 sp around, join with sl st to top of ch 3 (8 large petals made). Secure yarn and cut, leaving tail.
• With tapestry needle and using tail, sew flower securely to side of hat. Weave in all ends.

Merino-Silk Shrug for Baby

Designed by Gitta Schrade

Your baby will be the height of fashion in this tiny shrug! It keeps the chill off, yet the openwork stitch keeps it from being too warm. The shrug is knitted from cuff to cuff in a merino-and-silk blend.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit infant 0–3 months, approximately 15.75" (40 cm) from cuff to cuff
• Yarn: Naturally Merino et Soie, 70% merino wool/30% silk, 1.75 oz (50 g)/136 yds (125 m), 226 Red
• Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) and US 3 (3.25 mm) straight needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on larger needle
• Other Supplies: Tapestry needle, 3 mm crochet hook

Stitch Patterns

K1, P1 Rib (Worked on an odd number of stitches)

Row 1 (RS): *K1, P1; repeat from * to last stitch, K1.

Row 2 (WS): *P1, K1; repeat from * to last stitch, P1.

Repeat rows 1 and 2 for pattern.

Eyelet Mesh

Row 1: K1, *K2tog, yo twice, sl 1, k1, psso; repeat from * to last stitch, K1.

Row 2: P1, *P1, (K1, P1 into double yo), P1; repeat from * to last stitch, P1.

Row 3: Knit.

Row 4: Purl.

Row 5: K1, yo, sl 1, K1, psso, *K2tog, yo twice, sl 1, K1, psso; repeat from * to last 3 stitches, K2tog, yo, K1.

Row 6: P3, *P1, (K1, P1 into double yo), p1; repeat from * to last 3 stitches, P3.

Row 7: Knit.

Row 8: Purl.

Repeat rows 1–8 for pattern.

Knitting the First Cuff

• With smaller needles, cast on 29 stitches. Work K1, P1 Rib for 14 rows.

Beginning the Main Pattern

• Next row: Knit, increasing 9 stitches evenly spaced. You now have 38 stitches.
• Next row: Purl.
• Change to larger needles and repeat Rows 1–8 of Eyelet Mesh pattern until piece measures 14.75" (35 cm) from beginning, ending with Row 2 or 6.
• Next row: Change to smaller needles and knit.
• Next row: Purl, decreasing 9 stitches evenly spaced. You now have 29 stitches.

Knitting the Second Cuff

• Work K1, P1 Rib for 14 rows. Bind off loosely in pattern.

Finishing

• Sew arm seams from edge of cuff to about 1.5" (4 cm) past beginning of Eyelet Mesh pattern. With RS facing and beginning at one of the seams, use the crochet hook to join yarn with slip stitch. *Work 3 sc along edge, ch 4, join with slip stitch to last sc; repeat from * along remaining edge of shrug. Fasten off, weave in ends.

Silk-Wool Horseshoe Lace Scarf

Designed by Marci Richardson

The Horseshoe Lace used for this shawl is a basic Shetland lace pattern with a 10-stitch repeat. The stitch count remains the same from row to row. The lovely silk-and-wool blend yarn was hand painted in New England.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 13" (33 cm) wide and 78" (198 cm) long after blocking
• Yarn: Seacoast Handpainted Yarns Silk & Ivory, 50% silk/50% wool, 5.3 oz (150 g)/667 yds (610 m), Chocolate and Caramel
• Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) straight needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in pattern after blocking
• Other Supplies: Tapestry needle, size E beads (optional)

Knitting the Stole

• Cast on 75 stitches very loosely. Work lace pattern with border as follows:
• Row 1: K3, *yo, K3, sl 1, K2tog, psso, K3, yo, K1; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2.
• Row 2 and all ws rows through 8: K2, P to last 2 stitches, K2.
• Row 3: K3, *K1, yo, K2, sl 1, K2tog, psso, K2, yo, K2; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2.
• Row 5: K3, *K2, yo, K1, sl 1, K2tog, psso, K1, yo, K3; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2.
• Row 7: K3, *K3, yo, sl 1, K2tog, psso, yo, K4; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2.
• Repeat Rows 1–8 fifty-five more times or until piece measures three-quarters of desired finished length, ending having completed Row 8. Bind off loosely.

Finishing

• Weave in all ends. Wet the stole and block to desired measurements. Let dry completely.
• Add fringe and beads at end points if desired.

Silk Fountain Hood

Designed by Beth Hood

Silk is one of those wonderful fibers that will keep you warm when you need the warmth, but won’t overheat you when you don’t. Knitted into a lovely hood, this garment may also be worn indoors as a cowl.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit most adults, approximately 26" (66 cm) circumference and 12" (30.5 cm) long
• Yarn: Halcyon Gemstone Soft Twist Silk, 100% silk, 3.5 oz (100 g)/315 yds (288 m), 107 Light Blue
• Needles: US 6 (4 mm) circular needle 16" (40 cm) long or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 22 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Stitch marker, tapestry needle

Stitch Pattern

Little Fountain

Round 1: *Yo, K3, yo, K1; repeat from *.

Round 2: Knit.

Round 3: K1, sl 1, K2tog, psso, *K3, sl 1, K2tog, psso; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2.

Round 4: Knit.

Repeat rounds 1–4 for pattern.

Knitting the Hood

• Cast on 104 stitches. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Work 4 rounds in garter stitch. Work Rounds 1–4 of Little Fountain pattern until piece measures 11.25" (29 cm). Note: Stitch count increases to 156 stitches after Round 1 is completed, and returns to 104 stitches after Round 3 is completed.
• Work 4 rounds in garter stitch. Bind off loosely.

Finishing

• Weave in ends. Block lightly.

Silk-Merino Doll Sweater

Designed by Jean Austin

Your 18" (45.5 cm) doll will look even more precious when wearing this picot-edged sweater with three-quarter length sleeves. Made in one piece, this one was knitted with a silk-and-merino blend.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit an 18" (45.5 cm) doll, approximately 14.5" (37 cm) chest circumference
• Yarn: Yarns Northwest Silk & Merino, 70% merino/wool 30% silk, 1.75 oz (50 g)/120 yds (110 m), 11 Blue
• Needles: US 6 (4 mm) straight needles and set of four US 6 (4 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 20 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Scrap yarn for holders, tapestry needle

Knitting the Back

• With straight needles, cast on 36 stitches, leaving an 18" (45.5 cm) tail. Knit 1 row, purl 1 row, knit 1 row.

Making the Picot Edge

• Next row (RS): K1, *yo, K2tog; repeat from * to last stitch, K1.
• Work even in stockinette stitch until piece measures 3" (7.5 cm) from picot edge.

Shaping the Sleeves

• Continue in stockinette stitch and cast on 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows. Cast on 7 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows. You now have 66 stitches. Work even in stockinette stitch until piece measures 2" (5 cm) from last cast-on row.

Shaping the Right Shoulder

• Row 1: K25, turn.
• Row 2: P2tog, purl to end of row.
• Row 3: K22, K2tog, turn.
• Row 4: Repeat Row 2.
• Row 5: K22, turn.
• Row 6: Purl.
• Row 7: K21, Kfb, turn.
• Row 8: Pfb, purl to end of row.
• Row 9: K23, Kfb, turn.
• Row 10: Repeat Row 8.
• Place 26 right back shoulder stitches on a holder.

Shaping the Left Shoulder

• With RS facing, join yarn to beginning of stitches on the needle at right side of neck. K16 and place these stitches on a holder. Continue on 25 left shoulder stitches only.
• Row 1: Knit.
• Row 2: P23, P2tog.
• Row 3: Ssk, knit to end of row.
• Row 4: P21, P2tog.
• Row 5: Knit.
• Row 6: Purl.
• Row 7: Kfb, knit to end of row.
• Row 8: P22, Pfb.
• Row 9: Repeat Row 7.
• Row 10: P24, Pfb. You now have 26 stitches.

Knitting the Front

• Place 26 held right shoulder stitches on the needle and knit; cast on 14 stitches for front neck; knit 26 left shoulder stitches. You now have 66 stitches. Work even in stockinette stitch until piece measures 2" (10 cm) from stitches cast on for front neck.

Shaping the Sleeve

• Bind off 7 stitches at the beginning of the next two rows. Bind off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next 4 rows. You now have 36 stitches.
• Work even in stockinette stitch until piece measures same as back to picot edge, ending with a WS row.

Making the Picot Edge

• Next row (RS): K1, *yo, K2tog; repeat from * to last stitch, K1.
• Purl 1 row, knit 1 row, purl 1 row. Bind off loosely.

Knitting the Neck Edge

• With double-point needles and RS facing, pick up and knit 6 stitches along left front neck, 14 stitches along front neck, 6 stitches along right front neck, 5 stitches along right back neck, 16 held back stitches, and 5 stitches along left back neck. You now have 52 stitches. Join into a round and knit 3 rounds.
• Next round: *Yo, K2tog; repeat from *.
• Knit 2 rounds. Bind off loosely, leaving a 16" (40.5 cm) tail.

Finishing

• Thread tail from neck edge onto tapestry needle. Fold neck to inside along picot edge and stitch in place loosely. Thread tail from cast-on onto tapestry needle. Fold hem to the inside along picot edge and stitch in place loosely. Sew side and sleeve seams. Weave in ends.

Ailish’s Alpaca-Merino Crush Hat

Designed by Tonia Barry

Hats with a visor help keep the rain and snow from our eyes, and this one, which includes an optional fleece lining, is cozy and warm as well. The yarn is a blend of alpaca, merino, and silk, and the hat can also be worn comfortably without a lining.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 19" (48.5 cm) circumference, unstretched
• Yarn: Sereknity Hand-painted Yarn, 50% alpaca/30% merino wool/20% silk, 3.5 oz (100 g)/230 yds (210 m), Sweet
• Needles: US 6 (4 mm) circular needle 16" (40 cm) long and set of four US 6 (4 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 19 stitches and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in pattern
• Other Supplies: Stitch marker, tapestry needle, 21" × 4" (53.5 cm × 10 cm) piece of coordinating fleece (optional), sewing needle and coordinating sewing thread (optional)

Getting Started

• With circular needle, cast on 90 stitches. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Begin Lacy Zigzag pattern and work until piece measures 5.5" (14 cm) from cast-on, ending with a patterned round. Knit 1 round, increasing 1 stitch.

Stitch Pattern

Lacy Zigzag

Rounds 1, 3, and 5: *Sl1, K1, psso, K2, yo, K2; repeat from *.

Round 2 and all even-numbered rounds through 12: Knit.

Rounds 7, 9, and 11: *K2, yo, K2, K2tog; repeat from *.

NOTE: At the beginning of Round 7, slip the first stitch to the right needle and begin the round with the next stitch. At the beginning of the following Round 1, use the final K2tog from the previous round as the first slip stitch, i.e, knit 1 and pass the K2tog stitch over.

Repeat rounds 1–12 for pattern.

Decreasing for the Crown

• Round 1: *K2tog, K5; repeat from *. You now have 78 stitches.
• Rounds 2 and 3: Knit.
• Round 4: *K2tog, K4; repeat from *. You now have 65 stitches.
• Rounds 5 and 6: Knit.
• Round 7: *K2tog, K3; repeat from *. You now have 52 stitches.
• Rounds 8 and 9: Knit.
• Round 10: *K2tog, K2; repeat from *. You now have 39 stitches.
• Rounds 11 and 12: Knit.
• Round 13: *K2tog, K1; repeat from *. You now have 26 stitches.
• Rounds 14 and 15: Knit.
• Round 16: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 13 stitches.
• Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off.

Knitting the Visor

• With RS facing, pick up and knit 34 stitches along front cast-on edge. The first and last stitches should be about 0.75" (2 cm) in front of the sides when hat is folded in half.

Decreasing for Top of Visor

• Rows 1 and 3: Purl.
• Row 2: Knit.
• Row 4: K2tog tbl, knit to last 2 stitches, K2tog.
• Repeat Rows 1–4 three more times. You now have 26 stitches.

Increasing for Bottom of Visor

• Rows 1 and 3: Purl.
• Row 2: Knit.
• Row 4: K1, M1, knit to last stitch, M1, K1.
• Repeat Rows 1–4 three more times. You now have 34 stitches. Bind off.

Finishing

• Fold visor over with WS together and sew side seams. Turn visor right-side out and stitch neatly in place along cast-on edge. Weave in ends.

Adding the Lining (optional)

• Sew center back seam of lining with WS together. Insert lining into hat with WS of lining facing inside of hat, and sew lining to cast-on edge with sewing thread and small stitches. Sew top of lining to inside of hat.

Sarena Cashmere Cowl

Designed by Tonia Barry

Sarena Cowl is 100% luxurious cashmere, and once you’ve tried it on, you won’t want to take it off. And so what if it isn’t subzero weather. Go ahead and tighten up the cord, bringing the cashmere as close as possible to your skin. Lovely.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit most adults, approximately 20.5" (52 cm) circumference and 9" (23 cm) length
• Yarn: Jade Sapphire Mongolian Cashmere 4-Ply, 100% cashmere, 1.9 oz (55 g)/200 yds (183 m), 16 Everglades
• Needles: US 6 (4 mm) circular needle 16" (40 cm) long or set of four US 6 (4 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge, and two US 8 (5mm) double-point needles for I-cord
• Gauge: 20 stitches and 29 rows = 4" (10 cm) in Snow Shoe pattern on smaller needles
• Other Supplies: Stitch marker, tapestry needle

Stitch Pattern

Snow Shoe

Round 1: *K1, M1, K1, P2, K2, P2; repeat from *.

Rounds 2–7: *K3, P2, K2, P2; repeat from *.

Round 8: *K2, drop 1 stitch down 7 rounds, P2, K2, P2; repeat from *.

Rounds 9 and 10: *K2, P2; repeat from *.

Round 11: *K2, P2, K1, M1, K1, P2; repeat from *.

Rounds 12–17: *K2, P2, K3, P2; repeat from *.

Round 18: *K2, P2, K1, drop 1 stitch down 7 rounds, K1, P2; repeat from *.

Rounds 19 and 20: Repeat Rows 9 and 10.

Repeat rows 1–20 for pattern.

Knitting the Cowl

• Note: When dropping the stitch in Snow Shoe pattern, gently coax it down to unravel.
• With smaller needles, cast on 104 stitches. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Knit 1 round, purl 1 round, knit 1 round.
• Work Rounds 1–20 of Snow Shoe pattern until piece measures 8" (20.5 cm), ending with Round 20 of pattern. Knit 1 round, purl 1 round, knit 1 round. Bind off loosely.

Knitting the I-cord

• With larger double-point needles, follow the instructions in the glossary and knit a 5-stitch I-cord 27" (68.5 cm) long. Following the instructions in the glossary, make two 1.5" (4 cm) pompoms.

Finishing

• Weave I-cord through the openings in the third pattern repeat from the top. Attach pompoms to the ends of the I-cord. Weave in all ends. Steam to block lightly.

Reversible Cable and Eyelet Wool-Silk Scarf

Designed by Jeni Chase

The very clever cable design shown here is ideal for a scarf — it is completely reversible. And what could be better than two perfect sides of a silky woolen blend? Bet you can’t knit just one.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 4.5" (11.5 cm) wide and 54" (137 cm) long
• Yarn: Sheep Shop Yarn Company Sheep 3, 70% wool/30% silk, 3.5 oz (100 g)/325 yds (297 m), F66 Pink
• Needles: US 6 (4 mm) straight needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, 36 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in pattern
• Other Supplies: Cable needle, tapestry needle
• Abbreviations: C8B (cable 8 back) slip 4 stitches to cable needle and hold in back, [K1, P1, K1, P1], [K1, P1, K1, P1] from cable needle

Knitting the Scarf

• Note: For a smooth selvedge edge, slip the first stitch of every row knitwise.
• Cast on 41 stitches.

Knitting the Set-up Rows

• Row 1: *(K1, P1) 4 times, K1, yo, K2tog; repeat from * to last 8 stitches, (K1, P1) 4 times.
• Row 2: *(K1, P1) 3 times, K1, P4; repeat from * to last 8 stitches, (K1, P1) 4 times.
• Rows 3, 5, and 7: Repeat Row 1.
• Rows 4 and 6: Repeat Row 2.

Knitting the Cable Pattern

• Row 1 (RS): *C8B, P3; repeat from * to last 8 stitches, C8B.
• Row 2: *(K1, P1) 4 times, K1, yo, K2tog; repeat from * to last 8 stitches, (K1, P1) 4 times.
• Row 3: *(K1, P1) 3 times, K1, P4; repeat from * to last 8 stitches, (K1, P1) 4 times.
• Rows 4, 6, and 8: Repeat Row 2.
• Rows 5 and 7: Repeat Row 3.
• Work Rows 1–8 of cable pattern until you have approximately 36" (91 cm) of yarn left, ending with Row 8. Bind off.

Finishing

• Weave in ends. Block to finished measurements.

Ocean Wave Merino-Bamboo Vest

Designed by Marion Halpern

This lovely vest is knitted in a loose rib and has loads of stretch. Worn close-fitting, there’s a size for almost everyone in the three presented here.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 32"/34" (36"/38", 40"/43") (81.5/86.5 [91.5/96.5, 101.5/109] cm) circumference
• Yarn: Great Adirondack Yarn Company Lolita, 65% merino wool/35% bamboo, 8 oz (227 g)/560 yds (512 m), Nantucket Blue
• Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm) straight needles and US 6 (4 mm) circular needle 16" (40 cm) long or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 27 stitches and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in pattern stitch, 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Scrap yarn for holders, tapestry needle

Stitch Pattern

Rib Stitch

Row 1 (RS): P3, *K3, P3; repeat from *.

Row 2 and all ws rows through 8: K3, *P3, K3; repeat from *.

Row 3: P3, *K2tog, yo, K1, P3; repeat from *.

Row 5: Repeat Row 1.

Row 7: P3, *K1, yo, sl 1, k1, psso, P3; repeat from *.

Repeat rows 1–8 for pattern.

Knitting the Back

• With larger needles, cast on 111 (123, 135) stitches. Beginning with Row 1, work Rib Stitch pattern until piece measures 12" (12", 13") (30.5 [30.5, 33] cm) from cast-on, ending with a WS row.

Shaping the Armhole

• Bind off 6 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows, then bind off 3 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows. Decrease 1 stitch at the beginning and end of every other row 3 times. You now have 87 (99, 111) stitches. Work even in pattern until piece measures 18" (18", 19") (45.5 [45.5, 48.5] cm) from cast-on, ending with a WS row.

Shaping the Neck

• Next Row (RS): Work 31 (37, 43) stitches in pattern and place on holder; bind off 25 stitches, work remaining 31 (37, 43) stitches in pattern. Working left side only, bind off 4 stitches at the beginning of the next RS row (neck edge), then bind off 3 stitches at the neck edge 1 (1, 2) times. Decrease 1 stitch at neck edge every other row 3 times. You now have 21 (27, 30) stitches. Work even in pattern until piece measures 20" (20", 21") (51 [51, 53.5] cm) from cast-on. Place stitches on holder. Place held 31 (37, 43) stitches on needle and work as for left side, reversing shaping.

Knitting the Front

• Work as for back until piece measures 16" (16", 17") (40.5 [40.5, 43] cm). Work neck shaping as for back, then work even in pattern until piece measures same as back.

Finishing

• Join 21 (27, 30) front and back shoulder stitches with three-needle bind-off. Sew side seams. With smaller needle, pick up and knit 130 (130, 142) stitches around neck edge. Knit 6 rows. Bind off loosely and allow fabric to roll. With smaller needle pick up and knit 96 (96, 108) stitches around each armhole. Knit 5 rows. Bind off loosely and allow fabric to roll. Weave in ends.

Wisteria Waves Silk-Merino Beanie

Designed by Janice Bye

The lace pattern used for this beanie is comprised of a simple sequence of yarn overs and decreases worked over 10 stitches. Every other row is plain knit, so you only have four rows to learn! Knitted in a silk-and-merino blend, this is a good three-season cap.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit adult small to medium, approximately 18" (45.5 cm) circumference, unstretched
• Yarn: Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend, 30% silk/70% extra fine merino wool, 1.75 oz (50 g)/150 yds (137 m), Wisteria
• Needles: Set of four US 4 (3.5 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, 20 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in pattern
• Other Supplies: Tapestry needle

Knitting the Hat

• Cast on 100 stitches. Divide the stitches onto double-point needles so there are 30 stitches on needle 1, 40 stitches on needle 2, and 30 stitches on needle 3. Join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Work 5 rounds of K2, P2 rib.

Knitting the Eyelet Pattern

• Round 1: Purl.
• Round 2: *Yo, K2tog; repeat from *.
• Round 3: Purl.
• Round 4: Knit.

Stitch Pattern

Lace

Round 1: *Yo, K8, K2tog; repeat from *.

Round 2 and all even-numbered rounds: Knit.

Round 3: *K2, yo, ssk, K3, K2tog, yo, K1; repeat from *.

Round 5: *K3, yo, ssk, K1, K2tog, yo, K2; repeat from *.

Round 7: *K4, yo, sl 1, K2tog, psso, yo, K3; repeat from *.

Repeat rounds 1–8 for pattern.

Knitting the Lace Pattern

• Work Rounds 1–8 of Lace pattern 5 times.

Decreasing for the Crown

• Round 1: *Yo, ssk, K6, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 90 stitches.
• Round 2: Knit.
• Round 3: *Yo, ssk, K5, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 80 stitches.
• Round 4: Knit.
• Continue in this manner, knitting 1 fewer stitch between the decreases and working 1 round even between decrease rounds until you have 40 stitches, ending with a plain knit round.
• Next round: *Yo, ssk, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 30 stitches.
• Knit 1 round.
• Next round: *K1, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 20 stitches.
• Knit 1 round.
• Next round: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 10 stitches.
• Knit 1 round.
• Next round: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 5 stitches.

Finishing

• Place remaining 5 stitches onto 1 needle. Following the instructions for I-cord, work 5-stitch I-cord for 5" (12.5 cm). Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off. Weave in ends and block.

Bamboo Napkin Rings

Designed by Anne Lenzini

Bamboo is a great yarn to use for napkin rings; knitted bamboo will stretch enough to accommodate both your tea and your dinner napkins. Be sure to cast on and bind off loosely.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 5" (12.5 cm) circumference
• Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Bamboo Splash, 100% bamboo, 1.75 oz (50 g)/87 yds (80 m), 107 Tan/Pink
• Needles: Set of five US 6 (4 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 28 stitches and 32 rows = 4" (10 cm) in pattern
• Other Supplies: Stitch marker, tapestry needle, .5 yd (46 cm) ⅝” (1.6 cm) satin ribbon (optional)

Stitch Pattern

Reverse Linen Stitch

Round 1: *P1, sl 1 pwise wyib; repeat from *.

Round 2: *Sl 1 pwise wyib, P1; repeat from *.

Knitting the Napkin Ring

• Using long-tail cast-on, cast on 35 stitches. Distribute stitches over 4 double-point needles and place marker for beginning of round. Join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Work in Reverse Linen Stitch until piece measures 2" (5 cm). Bind off loosely.

Finishing

• Weave in ends. If desired, tie ribbon into bows and sew to napkin ring, being careful not to go through both layers.

Diamond and Crystal Cashmere Evening Bag

Designed by Carol Lambos

This classic evening clutch is knitted in ultraluxurious cashmere, and the silver-lined crystal beads add just the right amount of glamour. Perfect for a night on the town.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 4.5" (11.5 cm) tall, 7" (18 cm) wide, and 1.5" (4 cm) deep
• Yarn: Jade Sapphire Mongolian Cashmere 4-ply, 100% cashmere, 1.9 oz (55 g)/200 yds (183 m), 30 La Nuit
• Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) straight needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 30 stitches and 32 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: 1,050 size 6° silver-lined crystal seed beads, cable needle, 12" × 16" (30.5 cm × 40.5 cm) piece of lining fabric, 14.5" × 10" (37 cm × 25 cm) piece of heavy interfacing, fusible web for adhering fabric to interfacing, sewing needle and coordinating sewing thread, one ¾” (2 cm) magnetic purse clasp
• Abbreviations:
  • C3L slip 2 stitches to cable needle (cn) and hold in front, K1, slip 1 stitch from cn back to left needle and purl it, K1 from cn
  • C2L slip 1 stitch from cn and hold in front, P1, K1 from cn
  • C2R slip 1 stitch from cn and hold in back, K1, P1 from cn
  • SB slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn in front, slide bead in front of the slipped stitch, move yarn to back to continue knitting

Preparing the Yarn

• Begin by stringing beads onto the yarn as follows. Tie a piece of sewing thread about 4" (10 cm) long securely around the knitting yarn, about 6" (15 cm) from the end. Thread the sewing thread onto a needle. Pick up beads onto sewing needle and push them down the sewing thread and onto the yarn. Do not string all the beads, but rather about one-quarter; you will then cut the yarn and string more after you’ve used these, as this makes the materials easier to work with and cuts down the wear on the yarn. As you work, push the beads down along the yarn toward the ball, then slide a bead up into position as needed.

Knitting the Purse

• Cast on 73 stitches: 49 stitches for the body and 12 stitches for each side. Slipping the first stitch of every row, work Rows 1–16 of chart below 3 times.
• Bind off 12 stitches at the beginning of the next 2 rows. Continuing in pattern as established on remaining 49 stitches, work Rows 1–16 of 49 center stitches of chart 6 more times, then work Rows 1–8 once more. Bind off in pattern.

Finishing

• Matching the patterns carefully, sew side seams using mattress stitch with half a stitch seam allowance.

Diamond and Crystal Cashmere Evening Bag

Lining

• Using the illustration below as a guide, cut a piece of heavy interfacing and lining fabric to match the shape of the bag, cutting the fabric 0.5" (1.3 cm) larger than the interfacing around all edges. Using fusible web and following manufacturer’s instructions, adhere interfacing to WS of lining fabric. Fold the lining over the edges of the interfacing, then fold the entire piece into the shape of the purse with lining fabric to inside. Secure the edges with fusible web. Place the assembled lining inside the knitted bag and adjust to fit. Attach the female side of the clasp to the front of the bag, centering it below the topmost completed diamond. Attach the male side of the clasp to the lining and interfacing of the flap, 1" (2.5 cm) from the edge. Sew the lining edges to the bag with small neat stitches.

Diamond and Crystal Cashmere Evening Bag

Organic Cotton Bunnies

Designed by Susan B. Anderson

Babies love these soft bunnies knitted with organic cotton, which is grown and harvested without the use of agrochemicals. As the manufacturer says, “From seed to skein, it’s a good thing for your needles, for you, and for the environment.” One skein of yarn makes several bunnies.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 5" (12.5 cm) long and 2" (5 cm) tall
• Yarn: Blue Sky Organic Cotton, 100% organic cotton, 3.5 oz (100 g)/150 yds (137 m), 80 Bone, 82 Nut, or 83 Sage
• Needles: Set of four US 5 (3.75 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 22 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Stitch marker, tapestry needle, polyester fiberfill or plastic pellets for stuffing*, pipe cleaner (optional), black embroidery floss *If the gift is for a baby or toddler use fiberfill only. If it’s for an older person, you may use pellets and fiberfill for the beanbag feel.

Making the Body

• Cast on 9 stitches and place 3 stitches onto each of 3 double-point needles. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Needle 1 is the bottom of the bunny.
• Round 1: Knit.
• Round 2: *K1, M1, K1, M1, K1; repeat from * to end of round. You now have 15 stitches.
• Round 3: Knit.
• Round 4: *K1 (M1, K1) 3 times, K1; repeat from * on needles 2 and 3. You now have 24 stitches.
• Round 5: Knit.
• Round 6: *K1, M1, knit to last stitch, M1, K1; repeat from * on needles 2 and 3. You now have 30 stitches.
• Round 7: Repeat Round 6. You know have 36 stitches.
• Rounds 8–19: Knit.
• Round 20: Knit 20, K2tog twice, ssk twice, knit to end of round. You now have 12 stitches on needle 1 and 10 stitches on needles 2 and 3.
• Rounds 21–30: Knit.

Stuffing the Body

• If using fiberfill only, stuff the body until firm. If using pellets and fiberfill, cover the bottom of the toy and fill about halfway with pellets, then stuff with fiberfill until firm.

Knitting the Neck and Head

• Round 1: (K2, K2tog) 3 times on needle 1; knit all stitches on needles 2 and 3. You now have 9 stitches on needle 1 and 10 stitches on needles 2 and 3.
• Round 2: (K1, K2tog) 3 times on needle 1; knit all stitches on needles 2 and 3. You now have 6 stitches on needle 1 and 10 stitches on needles 2 and 3.
• Round 3: Knit all stitches on needle 1; K1, (K1, K2tog) 3 times on needles 2 and 3. You now have 6 stitches on needle 1 and 7 stitches on needles 2 and 3.
• Round 4: Knit.
• Round 5: Knit all stitches on needle 1; (K2, M1) 3 times, K1 on needles 2 and 3. You now have 6 stitches on needle 1 and 10 stitches on needles 2 and 3.
• Rounds 6–11: Knit.
• Round 12: (K1, K2tog) twice on needle 1; K1 (K1, K2tog) 3 times on needles 2 and 3. You now have 4 stitches on needle 1 and 7 stitches on needles 2 and 3.
• Round 13: Knit.
• Round 14: K2tog twice on needle 1; K1, K2tog 3 times on needles 2 and 3. You now have 2 stitches on needle 1 and 4 stitches on needles 2 and 3.
• Round 15: Knit.
• Round 16: K2tog 5 times. You now have 5 stitches.
• Stuff the head with fiberfill until it is firm. Cut the yarn, thread onto tapestry needle, and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off. Pull yarn tail through to the inside.

Knitting the Ears

• Using double-point needles to knit back and forth, cast on 8 stitches.
• Row 1: *Slip 1 stitch pwise wyib, K1; repeat from *.
• Repeat Row 1 until piece measures 1.75" (4.5 cm) from cast-on.
• Carefully pull the needle out of the stitches. Squeeze the sides of the ear until they separate and form a tube. Place 4 stitches on one needle and 4 stitches on another needle. Turn the tube inside out so the knit side is now on the outside. With a third needle, bind off all stitches in the round.
• Optional: Cut the pipe cleaner into a 3" (7.5 cm) piece, fold it in half to create a loop and twist the end together. Place the loop inside the ear and sew bottom of ear closed.

Making the Tail

• Following the instructions in the glossary, make a 1" (2.5 cm) pompom tail with 20 wraps.

Knitting the Front Paws (Make 2)

• Cast on 9 stitches and place 3 stitches onto each of 3 double-point needles. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Knit every round until piece measures 1.25" (3 cm) from cast-on.
• Next round: *K1, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 6 stitches.
• Cut the yarn, thread onto tapestry needle, and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off. Pull yarn tail through to the inside. Stuff with fiberfill or pellets and stitch the opening closed.

Knitting the Back Paws (Make 2)

• Cast on 12 stitches and place 4 stitches onto each of 3 double-point needles. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Knit every round until piece measures 1.75" (4.5 cm) from cast-on.
• Next round: *K2, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 9 stitches.
• Next round: *K1, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 6 stitches.
• Cut the yarn, thread onto tapestry needle, and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off. Pull yarn tail through to the inside. Stuff with fiberfill or pellets and stitch the opening closed.

Finishing

• Sew pompom tail to back of bunny. Sew the ears to the top of the head at neck decrease. Sew paws to underside of bunny, being sure to place shorter paws in front. With black embroidery floss, use small straight stitches to make eyes and nose, as shown in photograph (see above).

Lacy Cotton-Hemp Blend Vase

Designed by Jillian Moreno

Yes, you can cover virtually anything with knitted lace. The yarn used for this vase contains modal, a fiber made by spinning reconstituted cellulose from beech trees, putting it in the ecofriendly category.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 12" (30.5 cm) tall with 11" expanding to 20" (28 to 51 cm) circumference
• Yarn: Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy, 41% cotton/34% hemp/25% modal, 1.75 oz (50 g)/154 yds (141 m), 009 Cool Blue
• Needles: Set of five US 4 (3.5 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, 24 stitches and 24 rows = 4" (10 cm) in pattern
• Other Supplies: Stitch markers, 12" (30.5 cm) vase with flute flaring from 11" (28 cm) to 20" (28 cm)*, tapestry needle, small binder clips, industrial strength glue *This is a common sized vase, and the one shown here was purchased at Target.

Knitting the Vase Sleeve

• Cast on 66 stitches. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Knit 1 round, purl 1 round. Following chart (below), *work lace pattern over 32 stitches, P1, pm; repeat. Continue in pattern as established through Round 7 of lace pattern.
• Increase round: Continue lace pattern as established and increase 1 stitch before each marker, working increased stitches into a K1, P1 rib pattern.
• Repeat the Increase Round every 7 rounds 5 times. You now have 78 stitches.
• Repeat the Increase Round every 3 rounds 7 times. You now have 92 stitches.
• Repeat the Increase Round every other row 8 times. You now have 108 stitches.
• Work even in patterns until piece measures 18.5" (47 cm), ending on Round 12 of chart. Purl 1 round. Bind off.

Lacy Cotton-Hemp Blend Vase

Finishing

• Weave in ends. Wet block the vase sleeve and shape it over the vase. Use binder clips to hold the sleeve to the top of the vase. When dry, apply small dots of glue to the top of the vase and adhere the sleeve to it. Repeat at bottom if necessary.

Soy Beanie

Designed by Katherine Vaughan

A yarn made from soybeans? You bet! And it knits up into a great lace beanie for warm weather wear. The yarn is so light and drapey that it won’t weigh you down, and the lace adds visual interest and breathability.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit adult small to medium, approximately 21" (53.5 cm) circumference
• Yarn: Kollage Yarns Delicious, 100% soybean, 1.6 oz (45 g)/121 yds (111 m), Aruba Blue
• Needles: US 5 (3.75 mm) circular needle 16" (40 cm) long and set of five US 5 (3.75 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 23 stitches and 36 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, 21 stitches and 40 rows = 4" (10 cm) in lace pattern
• Other Supplies: Stitch marker, tapestry needle

Stitch Pattern

Lace (Worked in the round)

Rounds 1–4: *P3, K2, P3; repeat from *.

Round 5: *P2, K2tog, yo, ssk, P2; repeat from *.

Round 6: *P2, K1, Kfb, K1, P2; repeat from *.

Round 7: *P1, K2tog, yo, K2, yo, ssk, P1; repeat from *.

Round 8: *P1, K6, P1; repeat from *.

Round 9: *K2tog, yo, K2tog, yo, ssk, yo, ssk; repeat from *.

Round 10: *K3, kfb, K3; repeat from *.

Round 11: *Yo, ssk, yo, ssk, K2tog, yo, K2tog; repeat from *.

Round 12: *K1 into yo, K5, Kfb; repeat from *.

Round 13: *P1, yo, sl 1, K2tog, psso, yo, K3tog, yo, P1.

Round 14: *P1, P1 tbl, K1, Kfb, K1, P1 tbl, P1; repeat from *.

Round 15: *P2, yo, ssk, K2tog, yo, P2.

Round 16: *P2, P1 tbl, K2, P1 tbl, P2; repeat from *.

Repeat rounds 1–16 for pattern.

NOTE: After completing Rounds 5, 9, 11, and 13, the pattern repeat will have decreased to 7 stitches per repeat; all other rounds have or will increase to 8 stitches per repeat.

Knitting the Hat

• Cast on 104 stitches. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches. Work Rounds 1–4 of Lace pattern, then work Rounds 1–16 twice. Work Rounds 1–3 once more.

Decreasing for the Crown

• Round 1: *P1, P2tog, K2, P3; repeat from *. You now have 91 stitches.
• Round 2: *P2, K2, P3; repeat from *.
• Round 3: *P2, K2, P2tog, P1; repeat from *. You now have 78 stitches.
• Round 4: *P2, K2, P2; repeat from *.
• Round 5: *P2tog, K2, P2; repeat from *. You now have 65 stitches.
• Round 6: *P1, K2, P2; repeat from *.
• Round 7: *P1, K2, P2tog; repeat from *. You now have 52 stitches.
• Round 8: *P1, K2, P1; repeat from *.
• Round 9: *K2tog, K1, P1; repeat from *. You now have 39 stitches.
• Round 10: *K2, P1; repeat from *.
• Round 11: *K1, ssk; repeat from *. You now have 26 stitches.
• Round 12: Knit.
• Round 13: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 13 stitches.
• Round 14: *K1, K2tog; repeat from * to last stitch, K1. You now have 9 stitches.

Finishing

• Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off. Weave in ends and block.

Merino-Silk Cables for Baby

Designed by Isela Phelps

You’re sure to spoil your infant with this lovely cabled hat knitted with a merino, silk, and cashmere blend. You’ll probably like it so much, you’ll want to knit one for yourself — but you’ll have to splurge on an extra skein.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit an infant 0–6 months, approximately 14" (35.5 cm) circumference, stretched
• Yarn: Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk, 75% extra fine merino wool/20% silk/5% cashmere, 1.75 oz (50 g)/127 yds (116 m), 49 Pink
• Needles: Sets of five US 5 (3.75 mm) and US 4 (3.5 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches and 32 rows = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch on larger needle
• Other Supplies: Cable needle, tapestry needle
• Abbreviations: C3B (cable 3 back) place 1 stitch on cable needle and hold in back, K2, K1 from cable needle

Knitting the Ribbing

• With smaller needles, cast on 80 stitches. Divide evenly onto 4 double-point needles and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
• Round 1: *K2, P2; repeat from *.
• Repeat Round 1 nine more times.

Knitting the Hat

• Change to larger needles. Work Rounds 1–8 of Cable pattern 3 times, then work Rounds 1–4 once more.

Stitch Pattern

Cable

Round 1: *P2, K3, C3B; repeat from *.

Rounds 2, 4, 6, and 8: *P2, K6; repeat from *.

Round 3: *P2, K2, C3B, K1; repeat from *.

Round 5: *P2, K1, C3B, K2; repeat from *.

Round 7: *P2, C3B, K3; repeat from *.

Repeat rounds 1–8 for pattern.

Decreasing for the Crown

• Round 1: *P2, K1, C3B, K2tog; repeat from *.
• Round 2: *P2, K5; repeat from *.
• Round 3: *P2, C3B, K2tog; repeat from *.
• Round 4: *P2, K4; repeat from *.
• Round 5: *P2tog, K1, C3B; repeat from *.
• Round 6: *P1, K1, K2tog, K1; repeat from *.
• Round 7: *P1, K3tog; repeat from *.
• Round 8: *K2tog; repeat from *.
• Round 9: Repeat Round 8. You now have 5 stitches.

Finishing

• Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off. Weave in ends.

Merino-Silk Cables for Baby

Angora Beaded Hat

Designed by Beverly Vasquez

There’s nothing quite like the fluffiness of angora, and the sapphire beads add that certain je ne sais quoi. Be careful when washing angora: It’s been known to felt while still on the rabbit!

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit adult small (medium), approximately 18" (21.5") (46 [54.5] cm) circumference
• Yarn: Anny Blatt Angora Super, 70% angora, 30% wool 0.88 oz (25 g)/116 yds (106 m), 383 Noir
• Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needle 16" (40 cm) long and set of four US 7 (4.5mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 20 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Big-eye beading needle, 104 (120) beads that fit smoothly over yarn, tapestry needle
• Abbreviations: S1B slip 1 bead up next to needle

Preparing the Yarn

• Use a big-eye beading needle to string 80 (96) beads onto yarn.

Getting Started

• With circular needle, cast on 80 (96) stitches. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
• Round 1: Purl.
• Round 2: Knit.
• Rounds 3 and 4: Purl.
• Round 5: *P1, S1B; repeat from *.
• Round 6: Knit.
• Round 7: Purl.
• Round 8: Knit.
• Round 9: Purl.
• Round 10: *K8, M1; repeat from *. You now have 90 (108) stitches.
• Continue even in stockinette stitch for 2.75" (3.25") (7 [8.5] cm).

Decreasing for the Crown

• Round 1: *K7, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 80 (96) stitches.
• Round 2: Knit.
• Round 3: *K6, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 70 (84) stitches.
• Round 4: Knit.
• Continue in this manner, working 1 fewer stitch before each decrease and knitting 1 round even between decrease rounds, until you have 20 (24) stitches, changing to double-point needles when there are too few stitches for circular needle.
• Next round: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 10 (12) stitches.
• Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off.

Knitting the Flower

• Using a big-eye beading needle, string 24 beads on yarn. Cast on 47 stitches.
• Round 1: P1, *yo, P2tog; repeat from *.
• Round 2: P1, *S1B, yo, P2tog, yo, P2tog; repeat from * to last 2 sts, S1B, yo, P2tog.
• Round 3: Repeat Round 1.
• Round 4: Purl.
• Round 5: K1, *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 24 stitches.
• Round 6: *P3tog; repeat from *. You now have 8 stitches.
• Round 7: K3tog, K2tog, K3tog. You now have 3 stitches.
• Slip 3 stitches onto double-point needles. Following the instructions in the glossary, work 3-stitch I-cord for 25 rows and at the same time, work every other row as K1, S1B, K2.
• Cut yarn and thread tail through remaining 3 stitches. Fasten off.

Finishing

• Coil I-cord and tack down to flower center as shown in photo (see above). Weave in all ends. Attach flower to hat as desired.

Baby’s Cabled Milk-Silk Cap

Designed by Susan Boye

The name of this yarn says it all — Cream for Milk. Made with milk fiber, the addition of silk and cashmere bring this yarn into the indulgent “heavy cream” category. Your baby will be happy and warm in this cap, complete with ear flaps.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit infant 3–6 months, approximately 13–15" (33–38 cm) circumference
• Yarn: Rosarios 4 Cream for Milk, 60% milk fiber/30% silk/10% cashmere, 1.75 oz (50 g)/120 yds (110 m), Color 03
• Needles: US 6 (4 mm) circular needle 16" (40 cm) long and set of four US 6 (4 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches and 28 rows = 4" (10 cm) in cable pattern
• Other Supplies: Cable needle, stitch marker, tapestry needle
• Abbreviations:
  • C4F (cable 4 front) place next 2 stitches on cable needle and hold in front, K2, K2 from cable needle
  • C6F (cable 6 front) place next 3 stitches on cable needle and hold in front, K3, K3 from cable needle

Knitting the Ear Flaps (Make 2)

• With 2 double-point needles, cast on 10 stitches.
• Row 1 (RS): K1, P1, C6F, P1, K1.
• Row 2: K2, P6, K2.
• Row 3: K1, M1, P1, K6, P1, M1, K1.
• Row 4: K3, P6, K3.
• Row 5: K1, M1, P2, K6, P2, M1, K1.
• Row 6: K1, P1, K2, P6, K2, P1, K1.
• Row 7: K1, M1, K1, P2, K6, P2, K1, M1, K1.
• Row 8: K1, P2, K2, P6, K2, P2, K1.
• Row 9: K1, M1, K2, P2, K6, P2, K2, M1, K1.
• Row 10: K1, P3, K2, P6, K2, P3, K1.
• Row 11: K1, M1, K3, P2, C6F, P2, K3, M1, K1.
• Row 12: K1, P4, K2, P6, K2, P4, K1.
• Row 13: K1, M1, K4, P2, K6, P2, K4, M1, K1.
• Row 14: K1, P5, K2, P6, K2, P5, K1.
• Row 15: K1, M1, K5, P2, K6, P2, K5, M1, K1.
• Row 16: K1, P6, K2, P6, K2, P6, K1.
• Row 17: K1, M1, K6, P2, K6, P2, K6, M1, K1.
• Row 18: K2, P6, K2, P6, K2, P6, K2. You now have 26 stitches.
• Cut yarn. Repeat for other flap.

Setting Up for the Cap

• With circular needle, cast on 14 stitches.
• Next row: K6, P2, K6, knit first ear flap from double-point needle as follows: *P2, K6; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, P2. Cut yarn. With empty double-point needles, cast on 30 stitches and join to stitches on circular needle as follows: *K6, P2; repeat from * to last 6 stitches, K6. Join second ear flap as first. You now have 96 stitches.

Knitting the Cap

• Place marker for beginning of round and join into a round being careful not to twist the stitches.
• Round 1: *K6, P2; repeat from *.
• Round 2: *C6F, P2; repeat from *.
• Rounds 3–11: *K6, P2; repeat from *.
• Repeat Rounds 1–11 once more, then work Rounds 1–3 again. You now have 2 complete cable repeats, not counting ear flaps.

Shaping the Crown

• Change to double-point needles when there are too few stitches to work on circular needle.
• Round 1: *K2tog, K2, K2tog, P2; repeat from *. You now have 72 stitches.
• Rounds 2–6: *K4, P2; repeat from *.
• Round 7: *C4F, P2; repeat from *.
• Round 8: *K4, P2; repeat from *.

Decreasing for Top of Crown

• Round 1: *K2tog twice, P2; repeat from *. You now have 48 stitches.
• Rounds 2–4: *K2, P2; repeat from *.
• Round 5: *K2tog, P2tog; repeat from *. You now have 24 stitches.
• Rounds 6 and 7: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 6 stitches.

Finishing

• Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off. Weave in ends, tightening joins at cast-on edges.

Silk-Cashmere Dominoes

Designed by Judith Durant

If you’re going to indulge in an afternoon nap, you may as well go all the way and do it on a silk-and-cashmere pillow. This one is made in the technique dubbed Domino Knitting by Vivian Høxbro in her book of the same name (Interweave Press, 2000).

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 12" (30 cm) square
• Yarn: Art Yarns Ensemble, 75% silk/25% cashmere, 3.5 oz (100 g)/256 yds (234 m), Color 250
• Needles: US 7 (4.5 mm) straight needles and two US 7 (4.5 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 22 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Tapestry needle, 12" square (30 cm square) pillow form
• Abbreviations:
  • p2sso pass 2 slipped stitches over
  • sl 1 slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn in back
  • sl 2tog slip 2 stitches together knitwise

Knitting the Pillow Front

• Note: You may use regular straight needles for the front, but the knitted strips are small and shorter double-point needles are easier to manipulate.

Knitting the First Strip

• Using the knitted-on method, cast on 25 stitches. Work Rows 1–24 of Domino pattern and leave last stitch on the needle. *Pick up and knit 12 stitches along the top of the square. The last picked-up stitch should be the last cast-on stitch (see figure 1 below). Cast on 12 stitches. You now have 25 stitches. Knit another Domino square and leave the last stitch on the needle. Repeat from * 3 more times for a total of 5 squares, cutting the yarn and pulling it through the last stitch of the last square.

Knitting the Subsequent Strips

• Cast on 12 stitches. With RS facing, pick up and knit 13 stitches along right edge of the first square knitted. The first picked-up stitch should be in the cast-on row of the first square (see figure 2 below). Knit a Domino square and leave the last stitch on the needle. *Pick up and knit 11 stitches along the top of the square just knitted, pick up 1 stitch in the corner of the square in the first strip, pick up and knit 12 stitches along the right edge of the next square in the first strip (see figure 3 below). Knit another Domino square and leave the last stitch on the needle. Repeat from * 3 more times for a total of 5 squares, cutting the yarn and pulling it through the last stitch of the last square.
• Continue in this manner until you have a block that is 5 squares tall and 5 squares wide. Weave in all ends.

Stitch Pattern

Domino

NOTE: Slip all stitches knitwise.

Row 1 (WS): Knit.

Row 2: Sl 1, K10, sl 2tog, K1, p2sso, K10, P1.

Row 3: Sl 1, purl to end of row.

Row 4: Sl 1, K9, sl 2tog, K1, p2sso, K9, P1.

Row 5: Sl 1, knit to last stitch, P1.

Row 6: Sl 1, K8, sl 2tog, K1, p2sso, K8, P1.

Row 7: Sl 1, purl to end of row.

Row 8: Sl 1, K7, sl 2tog, K1, p2sso, K7, P1.

Row 9: Sl 1, knit to last stitch, P1.

Row 10: Sl 1, K6, sl 2tog, K1, p2sso, K6, P1.

Row 11: Sl 1, purl to end of row.

Row 12: Sl 1, K5, sl 2tog, K1, p2sso, K5, P1.

Row 13: Sl 1, knit to last stitch, P1.

Row 14: Sl 1, K4, sl 2tog, K1, p2sso, K4, P1.

Row 15: Sl 1, purl to end of row.

Row 16: Sl 1, K3, sl 2tog, K1, p2sso, K3, P1.

Row 17: Sl 1, knit to last stitch, P1.

Row 18: Sl 1, K2, sl 2tog, k1, p2sso, K2, P1.

Row 19: Sl 1, purl to end of row.

Row 20: Sl 1, K1, sl 2tog, k1, p2sso, K1, P1.

Row 21: Sl 1, knit to last stitch, P1.

Row 22: Sl 1, sl 2tog, k1, p2sso, P1.

Row 23: Sl 1, K1, P1.

Row 24: Sl 2tog, K1, p2sso.

Knitting the Pillow Back

• Cast on 60 stitches. Work in stockinette stitch until piece measures about 11" (28 cm). Bind off, leaving a tail about 56" (142 cm) long for sewing the edges together.

Finishing

• Thread tail onto tapestry needle. Sew 3 edges together, slip pillow form inside, and sew the last seam. Fasten off the yarn and pull it through to the inside.

Siostra Mohair-Wool Hat

Designed by Tina McElmoyl

Siostra Mohair-Wool Hat features an ingenious little border worked simply by slipping a group of stitches over one stitch. The crown is decreased in three places, forming a lovely swirl pattern.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit average woman, approximately 18" (45.5 cm) circumference, unstretched
• Yarn: Shibui Knits Merino Kid, 55% kid mohair/45% merino wool, 3.5 oz (100 g)/218 yds (200 m), 229 Mulberry
• Needles: US 2 (2.75 mm) circular needle 16" (40 cm) long and set of five US 2 (2.75 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in pattern stitch
• Other Supplies: Stitch markers, tapestry needle

Stitch Pattern

1×1 Seed Rib

Round 1: *K1, P1; repeat from *.

Round 2: Knit.

Repeat rounds 1 and 2 for pattern.

Knitting the Bottom Border

• With circular needle, cast on 216 stitches. Place marker and join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
• Round 1: Knit.
• Round 2: *K1, move stitch back to left needle, pass the next 8 stitches (1 at a time) over the stitch, knit the stitch again, K3; repeat from *. You now have 72 stitches.
• Round 3: *K2, M1, K1, M1, K1; repeat from *. You now have 108 stitches.

Knitting the Hat

• Begin 1×1 Seed Rib and repeat Rounds 1 and 2 until hat measures 4" (10 cm) above border, ending with Round 1.
• Next round: K36, pm, K36, pm, K36.

Decreasing for the Crown

• Decrease round 1: *K1, P1 to 3 stitches before marker, P3tog; repeat from *
• Decrease round 2: Knit.
• Repeat Decrease Rounds 1 and 2 until 12 stitches remain, changing to double-point needles when there are too few stitches for the circular needle.

Finishing

• Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off. Weave in ends and block.

Big-Kid Wool-Soy Mittens

Designed by Amy Greeman

Your young one will feel all grown up with mittens that are not threaded through the sleeves of the jacket or clipped to the cuffs! Knitted in an easy-to-work-with blend of wool and soybean protein, the knitting goes quickly, so you can knit the inevitably needed replacements.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: To fit a child, approximately 5.5" (14 cm) circumference
• Yarn: Rowan Tapestry, 70% wool/30% soybean protein, 1.75 oz (50 g)/131 yds (120 m), 179 Highland
• Needles: Set of four US 6 (4 mm) double-point needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 22 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Scrap yarn for holders, tapestry needle

Knitting the Cuff

• Cast on 32 stitches and divide onto 3 double-point needles. Join into a round, being careful not to twist the stitches.
• Rounds 1–15: *K1, P1; repeat from *.
• Rounds 16–25: Knit.

Knitting the Thumb Gusset

• Round 26: M1, K3, M1, knit to end of round. You now have 34 stitches.
• Round 27: M1, K5, M1, knit to end of round. You now have 36 stitches.
• Round 28: M1, K7, M1, knit to end of round. You now have 38 stitches.
• Round 29: M1, K9, M1, knit to end of round. You now have 40 stitches.
• Round 30: M1, K11, M1, knit to end of round. You now have 42 stitches.
• Round 31: Knit.
• Round 32: Slip next 13 stitches onto a holder for the thumb. Cast on 3 stitches, knit to end of round. You now have 32 stitches.

Knitting the Hand

• Knit 23 rounds even.

Shaping the Top

• Next round: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 16 stitches.
• Next round: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 8 stitches.
• Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off.

Knitting the Thumb

• Divide the 13 held thumb stitches onto needles. Pick up and knit into the 3 cast-on stitches, K13 thumb stitches. You now have 16 stitches.
• Knit 14 rounds even.
• Next round: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 8 stitches.
• Next round: *K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 4 stitches.
• Cut yarn, leaving an 8" (20.5 cm) tail. Thread tail onto tapestry needle and draw through remaining stitches twice. Pull up snug and fasten off.

Finishing

• Repeat for other mitten. Weave in ends.

Silk Opera Clutch

Designed by Gwen Steege

Seductively silk and plenty large enough to carry your glasses or cell phone, lipstick, comb, and credit card: What more do you need for an evening at the opera? The stitch pattern is taken from Barbara Walker’s A Treasury of Knitting Patterns.

• Finished Measurements: Approximately 7.5" (19 cm) wide and 5" (12.5 cm) tall
• Yarn: Debbie Bliss Pure Silk, 100% silk, 1.75 oz (50 g)/137 yds (125 m), Pale Green
• Needles: US 6 (4 mm) straight needles or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 26 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Tapestry needle, 6" (15 cm) hex-open handbag frame, 0.25 yd (23 cm) lining material, coordinating thread, sewing needle

Stitch Pattern

Butterfly

Rows 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 (RS): K2, *slip 5 wyif, K5; repeat from * to last 7 stitches, slip 5, K2.

Rows 2, 4, 6, and 8: Purl.

Row 10: P4, *(insert right-hand needle down through the 5 loose strands, lift the strands onto the left-hand needle, and purl them together with the first stitch on the left-hand needle), P9; repeat from * to last 4 stitches, P4.

Rows 11, 13, 15, 17, and 19: K7, *slip 5 wyif, K5; repeat from * to last 12 stitches, slip 5, K7.

Rows 12, 14, 16, and 18: Purl.

Row 20: P9, *(insert right-hand needle down through the 5 loose strands, lift the strands onto the left-hand needle, and purl them together with the first stitch on the left-hand needle), P9; repeat from *.

Knitting the Front of the Bag

• Cast on 59 stitches.
• Work Rows 1–20 of Butterfly pattern 3 times.

Working the Ribbing

• Rows 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9: P3, *K3, P2; repeat from * to last 6 stitches, K3, P3.
• Rows 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10: K3, *P3, K2; repeat from * to last 6 stitches, P3, K3.
• Bind off in purl.

Knitting the Back of the Bag

• Work as for front.

Finishing and Assembling

• With RS together, use backstitch to sew bag pieces together at bottom, taking care that the bind-off edges are at the top and matching pattern as closely as possible.
• Fold bag in half with WS together, and use mattress stitch to invisibly stitch side seams together.
• To determine lining size, measure assembled bag. Add 1" (2.5 cm) to the width and length, then double the length. Cut a piece of lining fabric to these dimensions, fold the piece in half widthwise, RS together, and stitch the side seams, taking 0.5" (1.3 cm) seam allowances.
• Put the hex-open frame together, following package instructions, then fold the top of the lining over the frame, forming a casing. Turn the raw edge under and hemstitch the lining to the frame. (The WS of the lining should face out.)
• Slip the knitted bag over the lining and frame. Turn the top edge to the outside about 0.75" (2 cm) to form a decorative cuff; allowing 2 rows of the ribbing to show above the end of the pattern stitch. Blind stitch the top fold of the bag to the top fold of the lining, then blind stitch the cuff in place.

Downtown Lamb’s Wool Clutch

Designed by Cirilia Rose

This scrumptious yarn knit at a tight gauge makes a simple woven cable along the top and deep ruching in the body stand out in high relief. A neat wrist strap elevates the clutch from cute to functional.

• Sizes and Finished Measurements: Approximately 12" (31 cm) wide × 4.5" (12 cm) tall
• Yarn: Manufacturer J. Knits Charming, 80% lambs wool/10% cashmere/10% angora, 3.5 oz (100 g)/280 yds (256 m), Iowa
• Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) straight needles plus 1 extra for bind off or size you need to obtain correct gauge
• Gauge: 24 stitches = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
• Other Supplies: Metal sew-on snaps, cable needle, stitch holder, tapestry needle, two strips of plastic canvas, ¾” (2 cm) × 10" (25 cm)
• Abbreviations:
  • C4F (cable 4 front) Place next 2 stitches on cable needle and hold in front, K2, K2 from cable needle
  • C4B (cable 4 back) Place next 2 stitches on cable needle and hold in back, K2, K2 from cable needle

Stitch Pattern

Woven Cable

Row 1 (RS): K2, *C4F; repeat from * to last 2 stitches, K2.

Row 2: Purl.

Row 3: K4, *C4B; repeat from * to last 4 stitches, K4.

Row 4: Purl.

Repeat rows 1–4 for pattern.

Knitting the Sides

• Using a provisional method, cast on 80 stitches. Knit 2 rows. Work rows 1–4 of Woven Cable pattern 3 times. Purl 1 row.
• Next row: *K1, kfb; repeat from *. You now have 120 stitches. Work even in stockinette stitch for 4.5" (11.5 cm), ending with a WS row.
• Next row (RS): *K1, K2tog; repeat from *. You now have 80 stitches. Place all stitches on holder. Repeat for other side but leave the stitches live and on the needle.

Joining the Sides

• Transfer held stitches from side to a needle. With RS of bag sides together, use the spare needle and the three-needle bind off) to join the pieces. This is the bottom of the bag.

Knitting the Top Facing

• Undo the provisional cast-on from one side of the bag and place the live stitches on a needle. Knit in stockinette stitch until hem facing measures same depth as woven cable section, approximately 1.5" (4 cm). Bind off. Repeat for other side.
• Sew the side seams from the three-needle bind-off to the top bound-off edges. Fold the facing to the inside, tucking a strip of plastic canvas under hem for body.

Knitting the Wrist Strap

• Cast on 60 stitches and knit 10 rows. Bind off. Fold strap in half and sew the ends together and along the top-border seamline on one side.

Finishing

• Weave in ends. Sew snap to center of hem facing. Embellish the bag with a charm (included with Charming skein) if desired.