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Heather Zoppetti
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Contents Make it! Knits 2014

04 Knitting Pattern Basics

15 A Guide to Reading Charts
Ann Budd

34 Knitting in the Round

Karen Frisa

57 How Much Yarn Do I Need?

Lori Gayle

projects
06 ALAMEDA COWL 62 FLAMBOYANT SHAWL
Jocelyn J. Tunney Maria Leigh
08 LODI CARDIGAN 64 MIXT COWL
Tanis Gray Cirilia Rose
10 VICTOR SHAWL 66 OVERDYED RAGG SCARF
Ruth Garcia-Alcantud Nancy Shroyer
12 EAST HALE CARDIGAN 68 AMSTEL HAT
Alexis Winslow Courtney Kelley
18 BRAZEL BERET 70 NEDERLAND CIRCLE SCARF
Katya Frankel Cecily Glowik MacDonald
20 GRAND PALAIS SHAWL 72 AMYS SLIPPERS
Tanis Gray Amy Palmer
22 A SIGN OF AFFECTION HAT 74 EMERSON HAT
Caitlin ffrench Erica Jackofsky
24 MANGANESE COWL 76 BRYONY CAP
Betty Chang Tammy Eigeman Thompson
26 AMPLIFIED COWL 78 RIBBY SLIPPER SOCKS
Kate Gagnon Osborn Cathy Carron
28 SOLSTICE SCARF 80 FLASH MITTS
Cheryl Beckerich Amy Polcyn
30 WAVED WRAP 82 TWEED SCARFLET
Cheryl Beckerich Sarah Fama
36 MOUNTAIN ASH PULLOVER 84 INSIGNIA SHAWL
Melissa J. Goodale Cecily Glowik MacDonald
38 OANA SHAWL 86 SERPENTINE COWL
Kirsten Kapur Angela Hahn
42 KNUCKLE DOWN MITTS
Erica Jackofsky
44 BIG THOMPSON SCARF
Christa Giles depts
46 VERONICA SLOUCH
Brenda K. B. Anderson 02 STRANDS
50 WAVY LACE CAPELET 92 GLOSSARY
Cecily Glowik MacDonald
95 PROJECT INDEX
52 LEADVILLE COWL
Annie Watts
54 THREES A CHARM TAM
Catherine Shields

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ON THE COVER:
60 AMBROSIA COWL Amstel Hat, page 68.
Katya Frankel
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JOE HANCOCK

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worsted- to bulky-weight yarns that are easy to
substitute. If youre like me, you have a stash of odds
and ends, precious yarns from fiber festivals, bags
of wool bought at discount, homeless skeins that
are waiting for the right pattern to come along. This
issue is for you! All the patterns provide full yarn
information, including the standard yarn weight and an estimated yardage,
so that you can easily pick and choose from your stash or the sale bin
at your favorite shop. If youre new to reading knitting charts (page 15),
working in the round (page 34), or determining yarn needs for a project
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Pattern Basics
CS
BASI
Here are the basic techniques and concepts you need to
know to make the projects in this issue. For more knitting
help, see the glossary on page 92.
Skill Level
Beginner Projects for first-time knitters.
Easy Projects using basic stitches and
simple shaping and finishing.
Intermediate Projects with a variety
of stitch patterns and more complex
construction and shaping methods.
Knitting Needle Sizes
The size of the needle affects the size
of your stitchesthis is very important.
In the United States, we use a simple
numerical system for sizing needles,
starting at 000 and going up to 50. The
rest of the knitting world uses the metric
system for sizing needles, based on the
diameter of the needle in millimeters.
The patterns in this magazine give you
both sizes, listed like this:
Size 7 (4.5 mm)
Thats the U.S. size, then the metric size.
You can use straight needles, circular
needles, or double-pointed needles,
depending on the project and your
preference, but make sure you use the
right size needle.
Picking a Yarn for Your Project
You can use the specific yarns listed in
a pattern or choose your own. Before
buying yarn, heres what you need
toknow:
Always take your pattern with you to
the yarn shop or craft store
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You cant just pick any yarn to make
your project
Certain yarn weights (or thicknesses)
match certain needle sizes
A certain yarn weight + a certain
needle size will make a certain stitch
gauge
To make a project, you need to aim for
the stitch gauge listed in the pattern,
or your project will end up a different
size and the fabric will look different
There are seven basic yarn weights
(see chart at right). Each pattern in this
magazine will tell you the basic yarn
weight of the project; use this info to get
help at your yarn shop. You can tell the
shop owner I need a DK weight and
shell be able to help you right away. If
you go to a big craft store, look at the
recommended needle sizes on the yarn
labels. If the needle size matches the
size in the pattern, its a safe bet the
yarn will work for your project.
Pattern Lingo
work even, work even in patt continue
what you are doing without increas-
ing or decreasing. Youll often find
this phrase right after youve worked
the armhole shaping (bind off and
decreases).
work stitches as they appear this
means that if the next stitch looks like
a knit stitch, you knit it, and if it looks
looks like a purl stitch, you purl it.
* . . . ; rep from * when you see this
combination of asterisk and semicolon,
its shorthand for telling you to repeat
something, e.g., *k2, p2; rep from *
4 times tells you to work the k2, p2
sequence a total of 5 times.
end with a WS row the last row you
work should be a wrong-side row. The
next row will be a right-side row.
end with a RS the last row you work
should be a right-side row. The next row
will be a wrong-side row.
with RS facing as you hold your knitting
ready to knit, youll be looking at what
will be the right side of your project.
place marker markers are used to help
you keep track of groups of stitches. To
place a marker, put a purchased marker
(a little ring) or tie a piece of yarn on
your needle, work the next stitch, and
carry on. Whenever you come to the
ring, simply slip it from the left needle to
the right needle.
bind off in patt as you bind off
stitches, knit the knit stitches and purl
the purl ones.
every other row sometimes your
pattern will tell you to work an increase
or decrease every so often. Most
patterns ask you to work decreases
or increases on right-side rows. Every
other row means working the increases
or decreases on every right-side row;
every fourth row means youll work the
increase or decrease on the first row,
work 3 rows even, then on the next
row (right side), work the increase or
decrease again.
Cast On
To get started, you need to make
stitchesthis is called casting on. The
most basic method is called the long-tail
cast-on. You need a ball of yarn and one
needle to cast on. See glossary for this
technique.
Bind Off
To get the knitting off the needles, you
need to bind off the stitches. See glos-
sary for this technique.
 Seaming and Sewing
Many patterns will require you to seam
edges together. Mattress stitch is the
best method for sewing knitted edges
togetheryou can sew the side edges or
the cast-on and bind-off edges together
with mattress stitch. You can also use
mattress stitch to sew stockinette stitch
and garter stitch fabrics.
Mattress Stitch for Garter Stitch
Step 1: Lay the two pieces next to each
other, right sides facing up. Thread a
tapestry needle with a length of yarn at
least three times as long as the area you
are sewing.
Step 2: Working from the bottom up,
weave the seaming yarn from front to
back on the bottom corner of one piece
and then, from back to front, bring it
through the bottom corner on the other
piece (Figure 1). Pull the yarn snugly to
join the bottom edges.
Step 3: Insert the needle from bottom
to top into the purl bump of a side stitch
on one side. Bring the needle up through
the bottom edge of the slightly higher
Figure 1
Figure 2
stitch on the other piece. Continue
sewing on alternate sides in this fashion
until you finish the seam (Figure 2). Pull
tightly, and the two pieces should join
seamlessly. Weave the yarn end into the
seam for a few inches.
Mattress Stitch for Stockinette
Stitch
Step 1: Lay the two pieces next to each
other, right sides (smooth sides) facing
up. Thread a tapestry needle with a
length of yarn at least three times as
long as the area you are sewing.
Step 2: Working from the bottom up,
weave the seaming yarn from front to
back on the bottom corner of one piece
and then, from back to front, bring
it through the bottom corner on the
Figure 3
Figure 4
other piece as for seaming garter stitch
(Figure 3). Pull the yarn snugly to join
the bottom edges.
Step 3: Insert the needle under the
two horizontal bars between the first
two stitches from the edge on one side
of the seam and then under the two
corresponding bars on the other piece
(Figure4). Continue sewing on alternate
sides in this fashion, pulling the yarn
every so often in the direction of the top
of the seam. When finished, pull tightly,
and the two pieces should join seam-
lessly! Weave end back into the seam
for a fewinches.

CYCA Standard Yarn Weight System

Categories of yarn, gauge ranges, and recommended needle sizes
YARN
WEIGHT
SYMBOL &
CATEGORY
NAMES
TYPE OF Fingering Sock, Sport, Baby DK, Light Worsted, Chunky, Bulky,
YARNS IN Fingering, Worsted Afghan, Craft, Rug Roving
CATEGORY Baby Aran
KNIT GAUGE 3340** sts 2732 sts 2326 sts 2124 sts 1620 sts 1215 sts 611 sts
RANGE* IN
STOCKINETTE
STITCH TO 4
INCHES
RECOM- 1.52.25 2.253.25 3.23.75 3.754.5 4.55.5 mm 5.58 mm 8 mm
MENDED mm mm mm mm and larger
NEEDLE IN
METRIC SIZE
RANGE
RECOM- 000 to 1 1 to 3 3 to 5 5 to 7 7 to 9 9 to 11 11 and
MENDED larger
NEEDLE U.S.
SIZE RANGE
* GUIDELINES ONLY: The above reflect the most commonly used gauges and needle sizes for specific yarn categories.
** Laceweight yarns are usually knitted on larger needles to create lacy, openwork patterns. Accordingly, a gauge range is difficult to determine.
Always follow the gauge stated in your pattern.
See more at www.craftyarncouncil.com/weight.html.

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AlamedaCowl

Z Easy Y
by Jocelyn J. Tunney

U sing increases and decreases makes the fabric skew in a spiraling diago-
nal in this fun accessory. This easy project works up quickly in a worsted-
weight yarn with fairly basic knitting skills.

k4, slm, M1, knit to 2 sts before m, ssk, Close tube:

sl m, k2. Weave in ends. Place 42 sts onto spare
Rnd 2 Knit. needle. With WS tog, join end of tube tog
Rep Rnds 1 and 2 until piece measures using three-needle BO. Remove provisional
23" from CO, ending with Rnd 2. CO, placing 42 sts onto cir needle and 42
Buttonholes: sts onto spare needle. With WS tog, join
Rnd 1 K2, sl m, k2tog, [k2, k2tog] 8 times, end of tube tog using three-needle BO.
k4, M1, sl m, k4, sl m, M1, k3, k2tog, [k2,
k2tog] 7 times, k3, ssk, sl m, k268 sts Finishing
rem. Weave in ends. Handwash in cold water
Rnd 2 K2, sl m, k4, yo, [k3, yo] 7 times, k5, with gentle detergent; block flat to dry.
slm, k4, sl m, k5, yo, [k3, yo] 7 times, k4, Sew buttons near CO end of tube op-
sl m, k284 sts. posite buttonholes.
Rnd 3 K2, sl m, k2tog, knit to m, M1, sl m,
1 2 k4, sl m, M1, knit to 2 sts before m, ssk, Find Jocelyn J. Tunney online:
sl m, k2. www.o-wool.com.
Size 25" long and 9" tall Rnd 4 Knit.
Yarn #4 Medium Weight Worsted, Rep last 2 rnds once, then work Rnd 3
about 400 yards once more. Do not BO.
Shown Here O-Wool Classic Worsted
(100%certified organic merino; 99 yd
[90m]/50 g):
#4401 barn, 4 skeins
Gauge 14 sts and 23 rnds = 4" in Stst
Tools
Size 7 (4.5 mm): 16" circular (cir) needle
Size 7 (4.5 mm) or smaller spare cir
needle
Markers (m)
Waste yarn for provisional CO
Tapestry needle
Eight " buttons

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Cowl
Using a provisional method, CO 84 sts.
Place marker (pm) and join in the rnd.
Set-up rnd K2, pm, k38, pm, k4, pm, k38,
pm, k2.
Rnd 1 K2, sl m, k2tog, knit to m, M1, sl m,

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Lodi Cardigan
K nit a top-down raglan cardigan with garter-stitch elements and
knitted-in buttonholesand no seaming! This quick knit is a
classic in a trans-seasonal worsted weight.
1 2
Sizes 31 (35, 39, 43, 47)" bust;
shown in size 31"
Yarn #4 Medium Weight Worsted,
about 7001100 yards
Shown Here Classic Elite Yarns Solstice
(70%organic cotton, 30%wool; 100yd
[91 m]/ 50g):
#2381 brass button, 7 (8, 9, 10, 11) skeins
Gauge 16 sts and 24 rows = 4" in Stst on
larger needle
Tools
Size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle
Size 7 ( 4.5 mm): 24" cir needle
Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of double-pointed
needles (dpn)
Tapestry needle
Six " buttons
Markers (m)
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Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Notes
L Cardigan is worked from the top down.
L Buttonholes and bands are worked
simultaneously with the body. The first
buttonhole is worked " down from
cast-on edge. Work buttonholes every
312 (334, 4, 4, 414)" after the first but-
tonhole, with the last one being worked
1" up from the bind-off edge.
Stitches
Buttonhole: (worked over 5 garter sts of
left-front band) (RS) K2, yo, k2tog, k1.
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by Tanis Gray
Yoke even in patt until piece measures 9" from
With smaller cir needle, CO 78 (82, 94, underarm. [Work 2 rows in garter st.
98, 106) sts. Do not join. Work in garter Work 2 rows in Stst] 3 times. Change
st (knit every row) for 1". Change to larger to larger cir needle and work even in
cir needle. Next row (RS) K13 (14, 16, 17, patt (Stst with garter edges) until piece
19), place marker (pm) for front, k13 (13, measures 13" from underarm. Change to
15, 15, 15), pm for sleeve, k26 (28, 32, 34, smaller cir needle and work in garter st
38), pm for back, k13 (13, 15, 15, 15), pm for 1". BO all sts pwise.
for sleeve, k13 (14, 16, 17, 19). From this
point, first and last 5 sts of every row will Sleeves
be worked in garter st for front bands, Transfer 49 (53, 59, 63, 67) held sleeves
with buttonholes worked along left front to dpn. CO 3 (5, 5, 7, 7) sts at underarm,
(see Notes and Stitches). knit around sleeve, pm, and join in the
Row 1 (WS) K5, purl to last 5 sts, k5. rnd52 (58, 64, 70, 74) sts total. Shape
Row 2 (RS) *Work to 1 st before m, yo, k1, sleeve: Dec 1 st each side of m every 5th
slm, k1, yo; rep from * 3 more times, work rnd 6 times40 (46, 52, 58, 62) sts rem.
to end8 sts incd. Work even in Stst until piece measures
Rep last 2 rows 17 (19, 21, 23, 25) more 5" from underarm. [Purl 1 rnd, knit 3
times222 (242, 270, 290, 314) sts: 31 rnds] 3 times. Work even in Stst until
(34, 38, 41, 45) sts for each front, 49 piece measures 10" from underarm. [Knit
(53, 59, 63, 67) sts for each sleeve, 62 1 rnd, purl 1 rnd] 5 times. BO all sts pwise.
(68, 76, 82, 90) sts for back. Work 1 WS
row even. Divide body and sleeves: Finishing
(RS) *Work to sleeve m, place sleeve Sew underarm seams. Weave in ends.
sts on holder, CO 3 (5, 5, 7, 7) sts with Block to measurements. Sew buttons to
backward-loop for underarm; rep from right-front band, opposite buttonholes.
* once, work to end130 (146, 162, 178,
194) sts rem for body. Find Tanis Gray online:
www.tanisknits.com.
Body
Z Change to smaller cir needle and work
6 12 (7, 8, 8 12 , 9 12)"
13 (14 12 , 16, 1712 , 18 12)"
1 12 (1 12 , 1 34 , 1 34 , 1 34)"
10 (11 12 , 13, 14 12 , 15 12)"
6 (6 12 , 714 , 8, 8 12)"
body
11"
14"
30 34 (34 34 , 38 12 , 4212 , 46 12)"
31 14 (35 14 , 39 14 , 43 14 , 4714)"
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Victor Shawl
Hats Y
Z Easy

by Ruth Garcia-Alcantud

A big and cozy shawl starts with a picot edge at the bottom, transitions into
garter stitch shaped with short-rows, and finishes with an easy lace pat-
tern. This project requires some intermediate skills, but on size 15 needles, it
k on RS, p on WS

goes quickly! yo

k2tog

using short-rows as foll: *Knit to last k on RS, p on WS ssk

5sts, wrap nextst, turn; rep from * once
more. *Knit to 5sts before previously yo pattern repeat
wrappedst, wrap nextst, turn; rep from *
17 more times12sts rem unwrapped in k2tog
center. Next row (RS) Knit to end, working
wraps tog with wrappedsts. Next row ssk
Edging
(WS) Knit to end, working wraps tog with
pattern repeat
wrappedsts. Work Rows 118 of Edging 17

chart. BOallsts as foll: K2, *transfer 15

bothsts back to left needle, k2tog, k1; rep
from * to end. 13

11
Finishing
9
Block shawl to measurements. Weave in
ends. 7

1 2 Find Ruth Garcia-Alcantud online:

5

www.rockandpurl.com. 3
Size 56" wide and 13" tall
1
Yarn #6 Super Bulky, about 270
10 st repeat
yards Shown Here Blue Sky Alpacas
Bulky (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 45 yd
[41m]/100 g):
#1218 azalea, 6 skeins
Gauge 8sts and 20 rows = 4" in garterst
Tools
Size 15 (10 mm): 46" circular (cir) needle
Tapestry needle
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Z
Shawl
Using the cable method, CO4sts,
BO2sts, slremst to left needle,
*CO5sts, BO2sts, slremst to left nee-
dle; rep from * 33 more times104sts
on left needle. Do not join. Inc row (RS)
K1, yo, knit to lastst, yo, k12sts incd.
Next row Knit. Rep last 2 rows 3 more
times112sts. Knit 4 rows. Shape shawl

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East Hale Cardigan

Z Intermediate Y
by Alexis Winslow

S trong details elevate a simple mens sweater. An offset shoulder seam, garter
trim, I-cord edging, shawl collar, and top-down sleeves make for subtle style.
Though the knitting itself is simple and quick, this pattern requires intermediate
construction techniques, as well as short-rows.

1 2
Sizes 37 (41, 45, 49)" chest circum-
ference, closed; shown in size 41"
Yarn #4 Medium Aran, 9501400 yards
Shown Here Cascade Yarns Ecological
Wool (100%undyed Peruvian Highland
wool; 478 yd [437m]/ 250 g):
#8019 antique, 2 (3, 3, 3) skeins
Gauge 16 sts and 22 rows = 4" in Stst
on larger needles
Tools
Size 9 (5.5 mm): 36" circular (cir) needle
Size 9 (5.5 mm): set of double-pointed
needles (dpn)
Size 8 (5 mm): 36" cir needle
Size 8 (5 mm): set of dpn
Markers (m)
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle
20" separating zipper
Sewing pins
Sewing needle and matching thread
See the Glossary on page 92 for terms
3 Notes
L The garter-stitch border has a different
row gauge than the stockinette-stitch
body, so short-rows are used to com-
pensate and help the border lie flat.
L Short-rows are also used to shape the
sleeve cap, but the wraps should not be
worked with the wrapped stitches.
L Slip all stitches of I-cord edging purl-
wise with yarn in back.
L Work short-row wraps together with
wrapped stitches when you come to
them.
Body
With smaller cir needle, CO154 (170,
186, 202) sts. Do not join. Set-up row (RS)
Sl3 (I-cord edging; see Notes), k5, place
marker (pm), k2, *p2, k2; rep from * to last
8 sts, pm, k5, p3 (I-cord edging).
Rows 1, 3, and 5 (WS) Sl3, k5, slm, p2, *k2,
p2; rep from * to m, k5, p3.
Rows 2 and 4 Sl3, k5, slm, k2, *p2, k2; rep
from * to m, k5, p3.
k5, knit next st and wrap tog, k1, *p2, k2;
rep from * to m, k5, p3, turn. (WS) Sl3,
k5, wrap next st, turn. (RS) K5, p3.
Rep Rows 16 two more times. Change to
larger cir needle.
* Next row (WS) Sl3, k5, purl next st and
wrap tog, purl to m, k5, p3. Next row (RS)
Sl3, k5, knit to m, k5, p3. Rep last 2rows
once more, then rep WS row once more.
Next row (Short-row sequence) Sl3, k5,
wrap next st, turn. (WS) K5, p3, turn. (RS)
Sl3, k5, knit next st and wrap tog, knit to
m, k5, p3, turn. (WS) Sl3, k5, wrap next
st, turn. (RS) K5, p3. Rep from * until piece
measures 16" from CO, ending with 1WS
row after short-row sequence. Divide for
armholes: (RS) Sl3, k5, slm, k28 (31, 34,
38) and place 118 (131, 144, 156) rem sts
on a holder (keeping m in place)36 (39,
42, 46) sts rem for right front.
Right Front
Shape armhole:
Rows 1, 3, and 5 (WS) Purl to m, k5, p3.

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Z Row 6 (Short-row sequence) Sl3, k5, wrap
next st, turn. (WS) K5, p3, turn. (RS) Sl3,
Row 2 (Dec row) Sl3, k5, knit to last 3 sts,
k2tog, k11 st decd.

4 (4 , 5 , 6)"

6 (6 , 6 , 7)"

4 (4 , 5 , 6)" 5"
2" 6 (6, 7, 7)"

3 (3 , 4, 4)"
14 (15 , 17, 18)"

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6 (6 , 7 , 7)"

back
front front
20" sleeve
body

16"

7 (8 , 8 , 9)"

37 (40 , 44 , 48)"
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Row 4 (Dec row and short-row sequence)
Sl3, k5, wrap next st, turn. (WS) K5, p3,
turn. (RS) Sl3, k5, knit next st and wrap
tog, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k11st decd.
Z Intermediate Y
Row 6 Rep Row21 st decd.
Rep Rows 16 once more, then rep Rows
0 (12, 14, 16) once30 (32, 34, 37)
sts rem. Next row (WS) Rep Row 1. Next
row Sl3, k5, knit to end. Next row Rep
Row1. Next row (Short-row sequence) Sl3,
k5, wrap next st, turn. (WS) K5, p3, turn.
(RS) Sl3, k5, knit next st and wrap tog,
knit to end. Beg collar and neck edge
shaping: Work 3rows even, cont border
at edge. Next row (Incrow and short-row
sequence) Sl3, k1f&b, knit to 1 st before
m, k1f&b, wrap next st, turn. (WS) Knit
to last 3 sts, p3, turn. (RS) Sl3, knit to
m, slm, knit wrap tog with st, ssk, knit to
end1st incd. Rep last 4 rows 3 more
times34 (36, 38, 41) sts: 18 (20, 22,
25) shoulder sts; 16 collar sts. Cont col-
lar shaping: Work 3 rows even. Next row
(Incrow and short-row sequence) Sl3,
k1f&b, knit to 1 st before m, k1f&b, wrap
next st, turn. (WS) Knit to last 3 sts, p3,
turn. (RS) Sl3, knit to end, working wrap
tog with st when you come to it2sts
incd. Rep last 4 rows 4 (5, 5, 6) more
times44 (48, 50, 55) sts: 18 (20, 22,
25) shoulder sts; 26 (28, 28, 30) collar
sts. Work even until armhole measures
9 (10, 11, 12)", ending with a RS
row; about 1 (1, 2, 2)" of front at
armhole will fall to back of shoulder when
seams are joined. Next row (WS) BOall sts
pwise to m, remove m, knit to last 3sts,
p326 (28, 28, 30) sts rem. Back of
collar: Next row (RS) Sl3, knit to end. Next
row (WS) Knit to last 3 sts, p3. Rep last
2 rows until collar section measures 2"
from shoulder BO, ending with a WS row.
Place sts on a holder. Breakyarn.
Back
With RS facing and working from right
to left, transfer 6 (8, 10, 10) sts onto a
separate holder for underarm, transfer
70 (76, 82, 90) sts onto larger cir needle.
Leave rem 42 (47, 52, 56) sts on their
holder. With WS facing, join yarn and
work as foll: Shape armholes:
Row 1 (WS) Purl.
Row 2 (Dec row) K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts,
k2tog, k12 sts decd.
Rep last 2 rows 5 (6, 7, 8) more
times58 (62, 66, 72) sts rem. Work
even in Stst for 24 (24, 26, 26) rows,
ending with a RS row. Armhole mea-
sures about 6 (6, 7, 7)". Shape
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shoulders: Next row (WS) P1, p2tog, purl
to last 3 sts, ssp, p12 sts decd. Next
row (RS) K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog,
k12 sts decd. Rep last 2 rows 8 (9, 10,
11) more times, then WS row 0 (0, 0, 1)
time22sts rem. BOall sts.
Left Front
With RS facing, starting at right side,
transfer 6 (8, 10, 10) sts from holder onto
separate holder, then transfer rem 36
(39, 42, 46) sts onto larger cir needle.
With RS still facing, join yarn and work
as foll: Next row (RS) Knit to last 3 sts, p3.
Shape armhole:
Rows 1 and 3 (WS) Sl3, k5, purl to end.
Row 2 (RS) K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, p31
st decd.
Row 4 (Dec row and short-row sequence)
K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts, p3, turn. (WS)
Sl3, k5, wrap next st and turn. (RS) K5,
p31st decd.
Row 5 (WS) Sl3, k5, purl next st and wrap
tog, purl to end.
Row 6 (RS) Rep Row21 st decd.
Rep Rows 16 once more, then rep Rows
0 (12, 14, 16) once30 (32, 34, 37)
sts rem.
Next row Rep Row 1. Next row (RS) Knit to
last 3 sts, p3. Next row Rep Row 1. Next row
(Short-row sequence) Knit to last 3sts,
p3, turn. (WS) Sl3, k5, wrap next st and
turn. (RS) K5, p3. Beg collar and neck
edge shaping: Next row Sl3, knit to m,
purl next st and wrap tog, purl to end.
Work 2rows even. Next row (Incrow and
short-row sequence) Knit to 3 sts before
m, k2tog, k1, slm, k1f&b, knit to last 4 sts,
k1f&b, p3, turn. (WS) Sl3, knit to m, wrap
next st and turn. (RS) Knit to last 3sts,
p31 st incd. Rep last 4rows 3 more
times34 (36, 38, 41) sts: 18 (20, 22,
25) shoulder sts; 16 collar sts. Cont col-
lar shaping: Next row Sl3, knit to m, purl
next st and wrap tog, purl to end. Work
2 rows even. Next row (Incrow and short-
row sequence) Knit to m, slm, k1f&b, knit
to last 4 sts, k1f&b, p3, turn. (WS) Sl3,
knit to m, wrap next st and turn. (RS)
Knit to last 3 sts, p32 sts incd. Rep last
4 rows 4 (5, 5, 6) more times44 (48,
50, 55) sts: 18 (20, 22, 25) shoulder sts;
26 (28, 28, 30) collar sts. Work even
until armhole measures 9 (10, 11,
12)", ending with a WS row. Next row
(RS) BOall sts kwise before m, remove
m, knit to last 3 sts, p326 (28, 28, 30)
sts rem. Back of collar: Next row (WS)
Knit to last 3sts, p3. Next row (RS) Sl3,
knit to end. Rep last 2 rows until collar
section measures 2" from shoulder BO,
ending with a RS row. Place sts on holder.
Break yarn, leaving a 1 yd tail. Graft collar
pieces using Kitchener st and long tail.
Sew front shoulders and collar to back
shoulders and neck.
Sleeves
Note: The front shoulder pieces are longer
than the back; the shoulder seam is not
at the top of the shoulder but lies on
the back. To determine the top of the
shoulder, place a marker in the center of
the sts on holder at bottom of armhole,
with 3 (4, 5, 5) sts on each side of marker.
Lay the cardigan flat on a table with the
marker on the side fold. Place another
marker at the fold for the shoulder line.
Fold the piece in half the other way, with
markers touching and centered between
halves of the armhole. Place markers at
new folds to divide the armhole into four
equal parts.
With larger dpn, beg at underarm m,
k3 (4, 5, 5) from holder, pick up and
knit 12 (12, 13, 14) sts along armhole to
first quarter m, 15 (16, 18, 19) sts evenly
between each of next 2 m, then 12 (12, 13,
14) sts along rem armhole edge, knit rem
3 (4, 5, 5) sts from holder60 (64, 72,
76) sts. Pm and join in the rnd.
Short-rows (RS) K40 (43, 48, 51), wrap
next st and turn. (WS) P20 (22, 24, 26),
wrap next st and turn. (RS) K21 (23, 25,
27), wrap next st and turn. (WS) P22
(24, 26, 28), wrap next st and turn. Cont
short-row shaping, working 1 more st
at end of each row, until 6 (8, 10, 10)
underarm sts rem.
Next row (RS) Knit to beg-of-rnd m. Cont
working in the rnd. Knit 5 (5, 3, 3) rnds.
Dec rnd Ssk, knit to last 2 sts, k2tog2
sts decd. Rep Dec rnd every 6 (6, 5, 5)
rnds 13 (13, 17, 17) more times32 (36,
36, 40) sts rem. Work even until sleeve
measures 17". Change to smaller dpns.
Next rnd *K2, p2, rep from * around. Rep
last rnd 18 more times. BOall sts loosely
in rib.
Finishing
Weave in ends. With sewing needle and
thread, sew zipper to fronts keeping
I-cord edging " from zipper teeth. On
inside, sew edge of zipper tape to WS.
Block.
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 what the stitches look like when viewed

BACK Making Sense from the right side of the knitting.

Symbols that slant to the left represent

to the left-slanting stitches. Symbols that slant

BASI
CS of Symbols to the right represent right-slanting
stitches. Notice how the symbols in the
charts on page 16 mimic the stitches in
A Guide to Reading Charts the knitted fabrics.
Because charts are presented as
viewed from the right side only, most
symbols represent two different
by Ann Budd maneuversone for right-side rows
and another for wrong-side rows. For
Many beginning knitters pale at the sight of a knitting pat- example, for stockinette stitch, you knit
tern, temporarily paralyzed by the seemingly complicated the stitches on right-side rows and purl
abbreviations and symbols (k2tog, ssk, brackets, paren- them on wrong-side rows. However,
theses, asterisks, . . .). But most knitters quickly realize that charted stockinette stitch shows only
pattern language is actually quite simple; rather than an the right, or knit, side. A list of the most
unbreakable code, it is truly a useful shorthand. Curiously, common symbols and their right- and
wrong-side definitions is presented in
however, many knitters never make the jump to following
the box on page 16.
charted patterns, failing to understand how logical and,
yes, easy to follow, they really are. No stitch: Many stitch patterns,
especially lace, involve increases or
Charts have several advantages over row-by-row knit- decreases that cause the stitch count to
ting instructions written out in words: They let you see rise or fall, thereby requiring the number
at a glance whats to be done and what the pattern will of boxes in a chart to vary from one row
look like knitted; they help you recognize how the stitches to the next. For some patterns, these
relate to one another; and they take up less space than variations are simply represented by
written instructions. These days, more and more patterns uneven chart edges. For other patterns,
are being charted instead of written out row-by-row, and adding or subtracting boxes at the edge
that means it is more important than ever to learn how to of a chart may disrupt the vertical stitch
alignment. In these cases, a special
read them. Once you add this skill to your repertoire, your
symbol for no stitch is used within
choices as a knitter expand nicely.
the center of the chart. These symbols
accommodate missing stitches while
they maintain the vertical integrity of
the pattern. In Make it! Knits, missing
The Anatomy of a Chart rows are read from right to left. stitches are represented by gray shaded
Charts are a visual representation of a Most charts, including the ones in boxes. When you come to a shaded box,
knitted fabric viewed from the right side. Make it! Knits, are plotted on a square simply skip over it and continue to the
Charts are plotted on graph paper so grid. Because knitted stitches tend to be end of the row as if it doesnt exist.
that one square represents one stitch wider than they are tall, motifs worked
and one horizontal row represents one from such charts will appear squatter in Row numbers: Rows are numbered
row of knitting. The symbols or colors in the actual knitting than they appear on along the side of most charts, especially
the squares indicate how to work each the grid. To avoid this discrepancy when long or complicated ones. Row numbers
stitch. For colorwork charts, the colors designing your own project, you can use appearing along the right edge denote
represent yarn colors; for texture work, proportional knitters graph paper (avail- right-side rows to be read from right to
the symbols represent stitch manipula- able at knitting stores). left. Row numbers appearing along the
tions. Unless otherwise specified, charts left edge denote wrong-side rows to be
are read from the bottom to the top, Symbols: Though not all publications read from left to right. For example, if
right to left for right-side rows, and left use exactly the same symbols (for the number 1 is on the right edge of the
to right for wrong-side rows. When knit- example, some use a horizontal dash to chart, that and all subsequent odd-
ting in the round (where the right side denote a purl stitch, others use a dot), numbered rows are right-side rows; all
of the knitting is always facing out), all for the most part, the symbols represent even-numbered rows are worked from

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 the wrong side (from left to right). With
few exceptions, charts in Make it! Knits
designate Row 1 as a right-side row.
For some patterns, this necessitates a
set-up row be worked prior to the first
row of the chart to get the stitches in the
necessary sequence of knits and purls.
Pattern repeats: All charts show at least
one pattern repeat. If the repeat is com-
plex, more than one repeat is charted to
help you see how the individual motifs
look adjacent to each other.
In row-by-row instructions, pat-
tern repeats are flanked by asterisks
or square brackets. On charts, these
repeats are outlined in heavy or colored
boxes, or theyre annotated at the lower
or upper edge of the chart.
Some patterns that are worked back
and forth in rows require extra stitches
to balance a charted pattern. In row-
by-row instructions, such patterns are
reported as repeating over a multiple of
a number of stitches plus extra stitches
(i.e., balanced 2x2 ribbing worked back
and forth is a multiple of 4 stitches plus
2). On charts, these balancing stitches
appear at the right and left margins of
the chart, with the repeat clearly marked
Notice how the stitches mimic the chart
symbols in this simple lace pattern.
pattern repeat
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in between. On right-side rows, work Common Chart Symbols & Definitions
from right to left, working the stitches
on the right edge once, then the repeat right side: knit
wrong side: purl
as many times as necessary, and end
right side: purl
by working the stitches on the left edge wrong side: knit
once. On wrong-side rows, work from
right side: k2tog
left to right, working the stitches on the wrong side: p2tog
left edge once, the repeat box as many
right side: k3tog
times as necessary, and end by working wrong side p3tog
the stitches on the right edge once. right side: ssk
Charts for multisized garments will wrong side: ssp
most likely have different numbers of right side: sl 2 sts individually, k1, p2sso;
edge stitches for the different sizes. wrong side: p2tog and place st on left
needle, pass next st over this st, return st
Read the instructions and chart care- to right needle
fully, and be sure to begin and end as
M Make 1
specified for the size you are making.
yarn over
Helfpul Hints
L If a chart is so small or complicated b
work through back loop of stitch
that it causes your eyes to strain, copy
it onto larger graph paper or make a no stitch
photocopy enlargement. If the chart
involves colorwork and you dont have Right cross: place specified number
of sts onto cable needle and hold in
access to a color photocopier, use back, knit specified number of sts,
colored pencils or markers to color in knit specified number of sts from
cable needle
the appropriate boxes.
L Keep your place while working a Left cross: place specified number
chart by holding a straightedge or of sts onto cable needle and hold in
row finder on the chart and using a front, knit specified number of sts,
knit specified number of sts from
row counter on your knitting needle. cable needle
Comparing Charts & Swatches
The chart symbols for cables indicate the
direction of the cable-twists.
11 11
9 9
7 7
5 5
3 3
1 1
pattern repeat
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 Think of a knitting chart as a short-hand or

' '
cartoon representation of the knitted fabric.
Each square represents one stitch. The
shapes and slants of the symbols imitate the
shapes and slants of the knitted stitches.

You can place the straightedge either

above or below the row youre work-
ing on; placing it on the row above
will let you see how the stitches relate
to the previous row (the one you
just knitted). Once youve worked a
couple of repeats from the chart, you
may be able to look at your knitting
rather than the chart to figure out
what comes next.
L If you plan to design a sweater or other
piece around a charted design, be sure
to center the design over the center
stitch of the piece. Otherwise, you will
end up with a partial repeat at one
edge that isnt mirrored at the other.

Ann Budd is an author and knitting

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Brazel Beret
C ables, bobbles, and lace make a singular panel in this modern
slouchy hat. Work in the round from the bottom up with a dreamy
worsted weight singles yarn.
1 2
Sizes 16 (17, 19, 21)" brim circumfer-
ence; shown in size 17"
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
210 yards
Shown Here Malabrigo Rios (100% su-
perwash merino, 210 yd [192 m]/100 g):
#96 sunset, 1 skein
Gauge 18 sts and 26 rnds = 4" in Stst on
larger needles. Lace chart = 3" wide
Tools
Size 6 (4 mm): set of double-pointed
needles (dpn)
Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of dpn
Markers (m)
Tapestry needle
Cable needle (cn)
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Z youvisit
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Z sl 1 st onto cn, hold
Hat
Brim: With smaller needles, CO 72 (80,
88, 96) sts, place marker (pm) and join
in the rnd. Work in k2, p2 rib until piece
measures 1 (1, 1, 2)" from CO. Next
brazel beret.indd 19
Make it! Knits
Z Easy Y
by Katya Frankel
rnd *K2, M1; rep from * to end108 (120, to end72 (84, 96, 108) sts rem. Next
132, 144) sts. Change to larger needles. rnd *K2tog, knit to m, sl m; rep from * to
Body: Next rnd K36 (40, 44, 48), pm, end6 sts decd. Rep last rnd 9 (11, 13,
work Rnd 1 (9, 5, 1) of Lace chart over 15) more times12 sts rem. Cut yarn
16sts, pm, knit to end. Cont in patt as leaving a 6" tail.
established through chart Rnd 12, then
rep Rnds 112 of chart 1 (2, 2, 2) more
times. Crown: Set-up rnd K2tog, k16 (18, Finishing
20, 22), pm, k2tog, k16 (18, 20, 22), slm, With tail threaded on yarn needle, draw
work Rnd 1 of Crown chart over 16 sts, tail through rem sts and pull to gather.
slm, k2 (4, 6, 8), [pm, k2tog, k16 (18, Secure tail to WS. Weave in ends and
20, 22)] 3 times102 (114, 126, 138) block lightly.
sts rem. Dec rnd [K2tog, knit to m, sl m]
2times, work next rnd of Crown chart to
m, slm, [knit to m, sl m, k2tog] 3 times, Find Katya Frankel online:
knit to end6 sts decd. Rep Decrnd www.katyafrankel.com.
knit
3more times78 (90, 102, 114) sts rem.
Next rnd [K2tog, knit to m, sl m] 2 times, Bobble: [knit into front, back,
work final rnd of Crown chart, remove and front] all in the same st;
m, [knit to m, sl m, k2tog] 3 times, knit turn, p3; turn, k3tog1 st rem.
k2tog
knit ssk
Bobble: [knit into front, back,
yo
and front] all in the same st;
turn, p3; turn, k3tog1 st rem. sl 3 sts onto cn, hold
to back, k1, k3 from cn
k2tog sl 1 st onto cn, hold
to front, k3, k1 from cn
ssk
Lace
Crown
yo
11
5
sl 3 sts onto cn, hold
9
to back, k1, k3 from cn 3
7
1
to front, k3, k1 from cn beg on 16 sts
5
3
1
16 sts
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 Make it! Knits
Grand Palais Shawl
Z Easy Y
W orked mostly in knit stitches with shaping along the edge, this bulky shawl is
finished with a lace edging that is joined to the body by picking up stitches
and working k2togs. You should know how to work basic lace stitches.
1 2
Size 74" wide and 25" deep at center
point, including lace edging
Yarn #6 Super Bulky, about 520 yards
Shown Here Tahki Yarns Montana
(100% wool; 130yd [120 m]/100 g):
#1 natural, 4 hanks
Yarn distributed by Tahki-Stacy Charles
Inc.
Gauge 8 sts and 20 rows = 4" in garter st
on smaller needle
Tools
Size 13 (9 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle
Size 15 (10 mm): Two double-pointed
needles (dpn)
Tapestry needle
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Z
Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
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Shawl
With cir needle, CO 3 sts. Knit 8 rows.
Next row K1f&b, k1, k1f&b5 sts.
20 Make it! Knits 2014
by Tanis Gray
Inc row K1, k1f&b, knit to last 2 sts, k1f&b, sts. *K2, sl 1 kwise, pick up and knit 1 st
k12 sts incd. from edge, psso, do not turn, slide sts
Rep last 9 rows 16 more times39 sts. to opposite end of dpn; rep from * along
Knit 8 rows. right edge of shawl. BO and attach to lace
Dec row K1, k2tog, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, edging at top edge.
k12 sts decd.
Rep last 9 rows 17 more times3 sts Finishing
rem. BO all sts. Lace border: With cir Weave in ends. Block to measurements.
needle, CO 9 sts. Beg at bottom of one
end of shawl, work lace border up left Find Tanis Gray online: www.tanisknits.com.
side as foll:
Row 1 (RS) K1, yo, k2tog, p1, yo, k1, yo, k2,
k2tog.
Row 2 (WS) P7, yo, p2tog, sl 1 kwise, pick
up and knit 1 st from outer loop at edge of
shawl, psso.
Row 3 K1, yo, k2tog, p1, k1, yo, k1, yo, k2,
k2tog.
Row 4 P8, yo, p2tog, sl 1 kwise, pick up
and knit 1 st from outer loop at edge,
psso.
Row 5 K1, yo, k2tog, p1, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2,
k2tog.
Row 6 P9, yo, p2tog, sl 1 kwise, pick up and
knit 1 st from outer loop at edge, psso.
Row 7 K1, yo, k2tog, p1, k3, yo, k1, yo, k2,
k2tog.
Row 8 P10, yo, p2tog, sl 1 kwise, pick up
and knit 1 st from outer loop at edge,
psso.
Row 9 K1, yo, k2tog, p1, k4, yo, k1, yo, k2,
k2tog.
Row 10 P11, yo, p2tog, sl 1 kwise, pick up
and knit 1 st from outer loop at edge,
psso.
Row 11 K1, yo, k2tog, p1, k8, k2tog.
Row 12 BO 4 sts, p5, yo, p2tog, sl 1 kwise,
pick up and knit 1 st from outer loop at
edge, psso.
Rep these 12 rows 22 more times. BO
loosely. Applied I-cord border: With
dpn and starting at bottom right edge
of shawl, not including border, CO 3
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A Sign of Affection Hat
A quirky fitted hat is worked in the round with knits, purls, short-rows, and
decreases--and just one earflap! This one-skein project would be great for
a variegated yarn.
1 2
Size 10" circumference, relaxed;
stretches to 19"
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
200 yards
Shown Here SweetGeorgia Superwash
Worsted (100% superwash merino; 200
yd [183m]/115g):
black plum, 1 skein
Gauge 18 sts and 24 rnds = 4" in Stst
Tools
Size 8 (5 mm): 16" circular (cir) needle
and set of double-pointed needles (dpn)
Markers (m)
Tapestry needle
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Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
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Z p3, knit wrap tog with wrapped st, wrap
Hat
Using the long-tail method, CO 72 sts.
Place marker (pm) and join in the rnd.
Next rnd *K3, p3; rep from * around. Rep
last rnd 2 more times. Shape earflap
using short-rows as foll:
Short-row 1 (RS) K3, p3, wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 2 (WS) K3, p3, slm, wrap next st,
turn.
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Short-row 3 K3, p3, knit wrap tog with
wrapped st, wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 4 P1, k3, p3, slm, knit wrap tog
with wrapped st, wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 5 P1, slm, k3, p3, k1, knit wrap
tog with wrapped st, wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 6 P2, k3, p3, slm, k1, knit wrap
tog with wrapped st, wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 7 P2, slm, k3, p3, k2, knit wrap
tog with wrapped st, wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 8 P3, k3, p3, slm, k2, knit wrap
tog with wrapped st, wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 9 P3, slm, k3, p3, k3, purl wrap
tog with wrapped st, wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 10 K1, p3, k3, p3, slm, k3, purl
wrap tog with wrapped st, wrap next st,
turn.
Short-row 11 K1, p3, slm, k3, p3, k3, p1, purl
wrap tog with wrapped st, wrap next st,
turn.
Short-row 12 K2, p3, k3, p3, slm, k3, p1, purl
wrap tog with wrapped st, wrap next st,
turn.
Short-row 13 K2, p3, slm, k3, p3, k3, p2, purl
wrap tog with wrapped st, wrap next st,
turn.
Short-row 14 [K3, p3] 2 times, slm, k3, p2,
purl wrap tog with wrapped st, wrap next
st, turn.
Short-row 15 K3, p3, slm, [k3, p3] 2 times,
knit wrap tog with wrapped st, wrap next
st, turn.
Short-row 16 P1, [k3, p3] 2 times, slm, k3,
next st, turn.
Short-row 17 P1, k3, p3, slm, [k3, p3] 2
times, k1, knit wrap tog with wrapped st,
wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 18 P2, [k3, p3] 2 times, slm, k3,
p3, k1, knit wrap tog with wrapped st,
wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 19 P2, k3, p3, slm, [k3, p3] 2
times, k2, knit wrap tog with wrapped st,
wrap next st, turn.
Short-row 20 P3, [k3, p3] 2 times, slm, k3,
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p3, k2, knit wrap tog with wrapped st,
wrap next st, turn.
Next row (RS) P3, k3, p3, slm, [k3, p3]
2times, k3, purl wrap tog with wrapped
st, work in rib to last 10 sts, knit wrap tog
with wrapped st, p3, k3, p3. Work in k3,
p3 rib over all sts until piece measures
5" from CO, measured away from
earlap. Shape crown: Note: Change to dpn
when necessary.
Rnd 1 *Work 10 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end66 sts rem.
Rnd 2 *Work 9 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end60 sts rem.
Rnd 3 *Work 8 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end54 sts rem.
Rnd 4 *Work 7 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end48 sts rem.
Rnd 5 *Work 6 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end42 sts rem.
Rnd 6 *Work 5 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end36 sts rem.
Rnd 7 *Work 4 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end30 sts rem.
Rnd 8 *Work 3 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end24 sts rem.
Rnd 9 *Work 2 sts, p2tog; rep from * to
end18 sts rem.
Rnd 10 *Work 1 st, p2tog; rep from * to
end12 sts rem.
Rnd 11 *P2tog; rep from * to end6 sts
rem.
Finishing
Break yarn, leaving an 8" tail. Thread tail
through rem sts and fasten off. Weave in
ends.
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Manganese Cowl

Z Easy Y
by Betty Chang

P ractice your increase and decrease skills in this otherwise simple cowl. Work-
ing in the round with a combination of knits, purls, and stitch count changes
makes a plush and cozy accessory.

Rnd 13 *[P2tog] 8 times, [k1f&b] 8 times;
rep from * around.
Rnds 1425 *P8, k16; rep from * around.
Rnd 26 *[K1f&b] 8 times, [p2tog] 8 times;
rep from * around.
Rep Rnds126 for patt.
Cowl
CO96sts. Place marker (pm) and join in
the rnd. Purl 2 rnds. Next rnd *[K1f&b]
8 times, p8; rep from * around144sts.
Work Rnds126 of egg carton patt (see
Stitches) once, then work Rnds 125 once
more. Next rnd *P8, [p2tog] 8 times; rep
from * around96sts rem. Purl 1 rnd.
BOallsts pwise.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Block lightly.
Find Betty Chang online: www.bindingoff
.blogspot.com.

1 2

Size 25" circumference and

8" tall
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
260 yards
Shown Here Shibui Merino Alpaca
(50% merino, 50% baby alpaca; 131 yd
[120 m]/100 g):
#2017 velvet, 2 skeins
Gauge 23sts and 28 rows = 4" over egg
carton patt
Tools
Size 8 (5 mm): 20" circular (cir) needle
Marker (m)
Tapestry needle

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Stitches
Egg Carton Pattern: (multiple of 24 sts)
Rnds 112 *K16, p8; rep from * around.

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Amplified Cowl
Z Intermediate Y

by Kate Gagnon Osborn

A graphic lace stitch goes dramatic when worked in a plush, airy chunky-
weight yarn. This pattern requires working in the round, chart reading,
and lace knitting.

Lace chart 5 times100 sts. Work Rnds

28 of chart. Work Rnds 924 three
times. Dec rnd [P3, p2tog, p11, ssp (see
Glossary), p2] 5 times90 sts rem. [Knit
1 rnd, purl 1 rnd] 2 times. Knit 1 rnd. BO
all sts pwise.

Finishing
Block. Weave in ends.

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www.kelbournewoolens.com.

1 2 3
Lace
Size 27" circumference and 12" high. knit
Yarn The Fibre Company Tundra 23
(60%baby alpaca, 30% merino wool, 10% purl 21
silk; 120 yd [110 m]/100g):
snowdrift, 2 skeins yo 19
Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens.
Gauge 14 sts and 23 rnds = 4" in Lace work 3 times 17
k2tog
chart. 15
Tools ssk
Size 10 (6 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle 13
Marker (m)
pattern repeat 11
Tapestry needle
9
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Cowl 3
CO 90 sts. Place marker (pm) and join
in the rnd. [Purl 1 rnd, knit 1 rnd] 4 times. 1
Rnd 1 Work 18-st (inc'd to 20-st) rep of 18 to 20 st repeat

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Solstice Scarf

Z Easy Y
by Cheryl Beckerich

T his generously sized scarf is worked on size 10 needles for both instant
gratification and instant warmth. The simple charted pattern consists of
yarnovers, knits, purls, and decreases.

1 2

Size 72" long and 10" wide.

Yarn #5 Bulky, about 385 yards
Shown Here Cascade Yarns 128 Chunky
(100%wool; 128 yd [117m]/100 g):
#9454 purple mist, 3 skeins
Gauge 13 sts and 16 rows = 4" in lace
chart patt.
Tools
Size 10 (6 mm) needles

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Scarf
k on RS; p on WS yo
CO 34 sts. Knit 2 rows. Work Lace chart
until piece measures 71" from CO, ending
k on WS p2tog
with a RS row. Knit 2 rows. BO all sts
kwise on a WS row.
Lace

Finishing
Weave in ends. Block to measurements. 11

9
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Waved Wrap
A scrunchy stitch pattern gives reversible warmth to a cozy rectangular
shawl. This pattern is more advanced, but lets you play with some
fun and unusual techniques.
1 2 3 the left3 (4, 5) sts on dpn. Raise dpn
Size 68" long, 16" wide at each end,
and 22" wide at center.
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
1000yards
Shown Here Kollge Solace (70% alpaca,
30% silk; 91 yd [83 m]/50 g]:
#7710 seaport, 11 skeins
Gauge 18 sts and 20 rows = 4" in St st.
Tools
Size 8 (5 mm): 2432" circular (cir)
needle
Two removable m, each a different color
One double-pointed needle (dpn) at
least two sizes smaller than main needle
Tapestry needle
Notes
L This shawl is reversible and has no
right side or wrong side. However, in
the instructions the rows are desig-
nated as right side (RS) or wrong side
(WS) to distinguish them from one
by Cheryl Beckerich
another. Place a different color remov-
able marker on each side to indicate
the right side or wrong side.
L The Scrunch Stitch is worked every
9, 13, or 17 rows. Since the repeat is
worked over an odd number of rows, it
alternates from one side of the shawl
to the other.
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Z for 11 rows, ending with a WS row. Next
Stitch Guide
Scrunch Stitch [worked over 3 (4, 5) sts]
[SS3 (4, 5)]: Fold left needle toward you
so that opposite side of work is visible.
Insert dpn from top to bottom into purl
bump of st 6 rows below the 4 (5, 6)
th st on left needle, then insert dpn in
same way into next 2 (3, 4) bumps to
up and hold in back of and parallel to
left needle. [Insert right needle kwise
into st on front needle, then into st on
back needle (this st will be twisted) and
k2tog] 3 (4, 5) times.
Shawl
CO 80 sts. Edging:
Row 1 (WS, see Notes) Purl to last 4 sts,
k4.
Row 2 (RS) P4, knit to end.
Row 3 Rep Row 1.
Body:
Rows 18 P4, [k6, p6] 6 times, k4.
Row 9 P4, [SS3 (see Stitch Guide), k3,
p6] 6 times, k4. Rep last 9 rows 5 more
times, ending with a WS row.
Inc row (RS) P4, *k1, k1f&b, k2, k1f&b, k1,
p1, p1f&b, p2, p1f&b, p1; rep from * once
more, [k6, p6] 4 times, k488 sts. Work
even in patt for 11 rows, ending with a
WS row. Next row (RS) P4, [SS4, k4, p8]
2times, [SS3, k3, p6] 4 times, k4.
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Inc row (WS) P4, [k6, p6] 2 times, *k1,
k1f&b, k2, k1f&b, k1, p1, p1f&b, p2, p1f&b,
p1; rep from * once more, [k8, p8]
2times, k496 sts. Work even in patt
for 11 rows, ending with a RS row. Next row
(WS) P4, [SS3, k3, p6] 2 times, [SS4, k4,
p8] 4 times, k4.
Inc row (RS) P4, [k8, p8] 4 times, k1,
k1f&b, k2, k1f&b, k1, p1, p1f&b, p2, p1f&b,
p1, k6, p6, k4100 sts. Work even in patt
row (RS) P4, [SS4, k4, p8] 5 times, SS3,
k3, p6, k4. Work even in patt for 12 rows,
ending with a RS row. Next row (WS) P4,
SS3, k3, p6, [SS4, k4, p8] 5 times, k4.
Work even in patt for 12 rows, ending
with a WS row. Next row (RS) P4, [SS4, k4,
p8] 5 times, SS3, k3, p6, k4. Work even
in patt for 12 rows, ending with a RS row.
Next row (WS) P4, SS3, k3, p6, [SS4, k4,
p8] 5 times, k4.
Inc row (RS) P4, *[k2, k1f&b] 2 times,
k2, [p2, p1f&b] 2 times, p2; rep from
* once more, [k8, p8] 3 times, k6, p6,
k4108sts. Work even for 15 rows, end-
ing with a WS row. Next row (RS) P4, [SS5,
k5, p10] 2 times, [SS4, k4, p8] 3 times,
SS3, k3, p6, k4.
Inc row (WS) P4, k6, p6, k8, p8, *[k2,
k1f&b] 2 times, k2, [p2, p1f&b] 2 times,
p2; rep from * once more, [k10, p10]
2times, k4116 sts. Work even in patt
for 15 rows, ending with a RS row. Next row
(WS) P4, SS3, k3, p6, SS4, k4, p8, [SS5,
k5, p10] 4 times, k4.
Inc row (RS) P4, [k10, p10] 4 times, [k2,
k1f&b] 2 times, k2, [p2, p1f&b] 2 times,
p2, k1, k1f&b, k2, k1f&b, k1, p1, p1f&b, p2,
p1f&b, p1, k4124 sts. Work even in patt
for 15 rows, ending with a WS row. Next
row (RS) P4, [SS5, k5, p10] 5 times, SS4,
k4, p8, k4. Work even in patt for 16 rows,
ending with a RS row. Next row (WS) P4,
SS4, k4, p8, [SS5, k5, p10] 5 times, k4.
Work even in patt for 15 rows, ending
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with a RS row. Dec row (WS) P4, k1, k2tog,
k2, k2tog, k1, p1, p2tog, p2, p2tog, p1, [k2,
k2tog] 2 times, k2, [p2, p2tog] 2 times,
p2, [k10, p10] 4 times, k4116 sts rem.
Next row (RS) P4 [SS5, k5, p10] 4 times,
Z Intermediate Y
SS4, k4, p8, SS3, k3, p6, k4. Work even
in patt for 15 rows, ending with a WS
row. Dec row (RS) P4, [k10, p10] 2 times,
*[k2, k2tog] 2 times, k2, [p2, p2tog] 2
times, p2; rep from * once more, k8, p8,
k6, p6, k4108 sts rem. Next row (WS)
P4, SS3, k3, p6, [SS4, k4, p8] 3 times,
[SS5, k5, p10] 2 times, k4. Work even in
patt for 15rows, ending with a RS row.
Dec row (WS) P4, k6, p6, [k8, p8] 3 times,
*[k2, k2tog] 2 times, k2, [p2, p2tog] 2
times, p2; rep from * once more, k4100
sts rem. Next row (RS) P4, [SS4, k4, p8]
5 times, SS3, k3, p6, k4. Work even in
patt for 12 rows, ending with a RS row.
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Next row (WS) P4, SS3, k3, p6, [SS4, k4,
p8] 5times, k4. Work even in patt for
12 rows, ending with a WS row. Next row
(RS) P4, [SS4, k4, p8] 5 times, SS3, k3,
p6, k4. Work even in patt for 12 rows,
ending with a RS row. Next row (WS) P4,
SS3, k3, p6, [SS4, k4, p8] 5 times, k4.
Work even in patt for 11 rows, ending with
a RS row. Dec row (WS) P4, k6, p6, k1,
k2tog, k2, k2tog, k1, p1, p2tog, p2, p2tog,
p1, [k8, p8] 4 times, k496 sts rem. Next
row (RS) P4, [SS4, k4, p8] 4 times, [SS3,
k3, p6] 2 times, k4. Work even in patt
for 11 rows, ending with a WS row. Dec
row (RS) P4, [k8, p8] 2 times, *k1, k2tog,
k2, k2tog, k1, p1, p2tog, p2, p2tog, p1;
rep from * once more, [k6, p6] 2 times,
k488 sts rem. Next row (WS) P4, [SS3,
k3, p6] 4 times, [SS4, k4, p8] 2 times, k4.
Work even in patt for 11 rows, ending with
a RS row. Dec row (WS) P4, [k6, p6] 4
times, *k1, k2tog, k2, k2tog, k1, p1, p2tog,
p2, p2tog, p1; rep from * once more,
k480 sts rem. Next row (RS) P4, [SS3,
k3, p6] 6 times, k4.
Rows 18 P4, [k6, p6] 6 times, k4.
Row 9 P4, [SS3, k3, p6] 6 times, k4.
Rep last 9 rows 5 more times, ending
with a RS row. Rep Rows 18 once more,
ending with a RS row.
Edging:
Row 1 (WS) P4, knit to end.
Row 2 Purl to last 4 sts, k4.
Row 3 Rep Row 1.
BO all sts in patt.
Find Cheryl Beckerich online:
www.cherylbeckerichknits.com.
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 circular is easily long enough to work a
40" sweater in the round. But what if

BACK Knitting in the youre knitting a narrow tube, such as an

8" sock?

to the Many methods can be used to work

BASI
CS Round
How to join and knit
small circumferences
by Karen Frisa
Joining in the Round
Once your stitches are cast on, you will
need to join them into a circle. Hold the
knitting with the working yarn coming
from the needle in your right handit
will be attached to your last cast-on
stitch (Figure 1). When you use that yarn
to work the first stitch on the needle in
your left hand (your first cast-on stitch),
the stitches in your right hand are joined
to the stitches in your left hand. You can
see this happen: After you work that
first stitch, pull on the working yarn and
watch the stitches snug up beside each
other. After that first stitch, your work is
joined in the round.
Sometimes youll notice some loose-
ness at the join. This generally disap-
pears after a few rounds.
Joining without a Twist
Instructions will often contain some
variant of join, being careful not to twist
stitches. Twist in this case means I needed a 40" long needle. While this
spiraling or wrapping the cast-on edge
around the needle. Use the small ridge
that forms at the base of the cast-on to
determine whether the cast-on is twist-
ed. Push the ridge toward the center of
the circle and make sure that it hasnt
wrapped around the needle. The loops
of the stitches should run along the
top of the needle without interference.
If youre working with double-pointed
needles, check for twists in the spots
where the double-points meet, too.
It can be tricky to tell whether
your cast-on is twisted, especially if
the stitches are scrunched up on your
needle; they tend to ruffle. Consider
working a row or two before joining. If
you do this, you will need to sew a short
seam during finishing to join the flat
knitting.
Working Methods
When I first started working with
circular needles, I thought that if I was
making a sweater that measured 40",
will work, its much easier to move the
stitches along a shorter needle. A 24"
small tubes in the round: double-pointed
needles, a short circular needle, two
circular needles, or one long circular.
Dont let the method chosen by the
designer keep you from working a piece
just because youd prefer a different
method. In the end, its all just stitches
in a circle.
Double-Pointed Needles
Double-points, or dpn, were the primary
method of knitting small-circumference
tubes for a long time. With double-
points, several needles (usually 3 or
4, see Figure 2) are used to hold the
stitches and another needle is used to
work the stitches. The stitches are often
distributed evenly onto the needles. If
working a stitch pattern, place whole
repeat(s) of the pattern onto each
needle. For working socks, place the
instep stitches onto one needle and
divide the sole stitches between another
two. This is especially helpful if youre
working one stitch pattern on the instep
and another on the sole. The short and
long needles also make it easy to see
the beginning of the round.
Its easiest to cast all of the stitches
onto one needle (a dpn, a spare circular,
or straight needle), then slip them onto
the double-points to distribute them.
If you try to cast some stitches onto
one dpn then more onto another, it can
be difficult to make a nice transition
between the needles.
When working with double-points,
its not uncommon for ladders, or col-
umns of loose stitches, to form between

Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3

Figures 1 and 2: Joining the work in Figure 3: Working with two circular
the round on a circular needle and needles
double-points.
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the needles. To remedy this, work the
first stitch of a needle like normal. To
work the second stitch, insert the right
needle into the stitch as usual, then,
before wrapping the yarn around the
right needle, pull on the working yarn.
Pull hard enough to feel the previous
needle snug up against the new needle.
Keep the yarn taut while wrapping it
around the right needle to form the
new stitch. Finish this stitch as usual.
Doing this for the second stitch on every
needle will prevent ladders.
If you feel like you have a lot of
needles to juggle, remember that you
only need to focus on the two that
youre using to knit; the others are just
acting as short-term stitch holders. Ori-
ent your working needles either above
or below the others so that youre able
to move them freely. The other needles
should not get in your way (much).
Short Circulars
For me, anything shorter than a 16"
circular is short. Short circulars come
in 12", 9", and even 8" lengths. These
needles are challenging to work with
because the solid noncable part of
the needle is much shorter than most
needles. (It needs to be short so that
the ends can meet in a circle.) But once
youre comfortable with them, the work
goes very quickly; no stopping to switch
double-points, find the other end of a
circular, or pull out loopsjust keep
knitting around!
To develop proficiency with these
needles, experiment with different ways
of holding them. Try angling the tips
away from you or pointing them toward
the ceiling or floor to see if the position
is more comfortable for you.
Figure 4
Two Circulars
The two-circular method has been
popularized in recent years. With this
method, half of the stitches are placed
onto one circular needle and the rest are
placed onto another (Figure 3). The key
to this method is to use both ends of the
same needle to work across the stitches
on that needle. After working across
the stitches, drop both ends of the
needle, pick up both ends of the other
needle, and use them to work across the
stitches on that needle.
The two needles do not have to
be the same length. I find it easier
to select the correct needle tip if the
lengths are different. A 16" and a 24" are
convenient, and these are also the two
sizes youd most likely need to make a
sweater, so the set does double duty.
One Long Circular AKA Magic
Loop
This method is closely related to
the two-circulars method. With this
method, half of the stitches are placed
onto the needle, then a loop of the cable
is pulled out and left without stitches,
then the rest of the stitches are placed
onto the needle. The stitches are divided
in half, just like they are with the two-
circulars method, but theyre arranged
on the two tip ends of one long needle,
held parallel (Figure 4). Before starting
to work across the stitches, the tip held
in back is pulled to the right, allow-
ing you to use that tip to knit across
the stitches on the front tip. As youre
working across the stitches, you actually
have two loops: one at each end of the
groups of stitches (Figure 5).
Some people use a 36" needle for
this method, but I find it uncomfortable
Figure 5
Figure 4: Stitches arranged on one lon-
ger circular before joining in the round.
Figure 5: Using the back needle tip to
work across the front tip; the cable of
the needle makes a loop at each end.
with a needle shorter than 40". Some
interchangeable needle sets will let you
join cables together (or come with long
cables). This arrangement makes the
magic loop method much easier.
Placing a marker
Usually a ring marker is placed on the
right needle to mark the beginning of
round. Its slipped from the left needle
to the right needle at the end of every
round. This method works well when
using one circular needle, but when
working with double-pointed needles or
two circulars, the stitch marker will fall
off the needle. Instead, you can mark the
beginning of round by noting where the
cast-on tail hangs and always keep the
stitches on the same needles (dont shift
them around). Its usually easy to follow
up from the cast-on tail to see which
needles it falls between.
Other options:
place the marker one stitch in from the
beginning of round
place a removable marker (such as a
coilless safety pin) in your work just
below the beginning of round and
move it up the work as needed
shift the stitches so that the beginning
of the round is not at the beginning of a
needle; you can then use a ring marker
and it will stay in place
L Note that if you have a ring marker
on your needle and you stop at the
end of a round, the marker will fall off.
Instead, stop one stitch before or one
stitch after the end of the round.
References
Bordhi, Cat. Socks Soar on Two Circular
Needles. Friday Harbor, Washington:
Passing Paws Press, 2001.
Galeskas, Bev. The Magic Loop. East
Wenatchee, Washington: Fiber Trends,
2002.
KAREN FRISA works as a freelance
technical editor for Interweave and other
companies, and she teaches at Stitches
events around the country and at her LYS,
K2TOG.
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Mountain Ash Pullover

Z Easy Y

by Melissa J. Goodale

T his womens pullover uses solid and variegated yarns to create dynamic
stripes. Tubular cast-ons and bind-offs make for a new learning experience,
as well as clean edges. If you can work in the round and work basic shaping, you
can knit this sweater.

Notes from * around. With CC, knit 3 rnds. Next

1 2
Sizes 35 (39, 43, 47, 51)" bust circumfer-
ence; shown in size 35"
Yarn #4 Medium - Worsted in 2 colors
Shown Here Lornas Laces Shep-
herd Worsted (100% merino; 225 yd
[206m]/114 g):
Grant Park (MC), 3 (4, 4, 4, 5) skeins
Washington (CC), 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) skein(s)
Gauge 18sts and 22 rnds = 4" in Stst on
larger needle
L This pullover is worked in the round
from the top down.
L Slipstitches purlwise with yarn in back
unless indicated otherwise.
Yoke
With smaller cir needle, MC, and using
the tubular method for k1, p1 ribbing,
CO108 (108, 114, 114, 120)sts. Place
marker (pm) and join in the rnd. Work
in k1, p1 rib for ". Change to larger
cir needle. Next rnd With CC, *sl1 (see
Notes), k1; rep from * around. With CC,
knit 6 rnds. Inc rnd With CC, *k3, M1;
rep from * around144 (144, 152, 152,
160)sts. With CC, knit 2 rnds. Next rnd
With MC, *k1, sl1; rep from * around.
With MC, knit 1 rnd. Next rnd With CC,
*sl1, k1; rep from * around. With CC, knit
2 rnds. Inc rnd With CC, *k4, M1; rep from
* around180 (180, 190, 190, 200)sts.
With CC, knit 2 rnds. Next rnd With MC,
*k1, sl1; rep from * around. With MC,
knit 3rnds. Next rnd With CC, *sl1, k1; rep
24 (24, 25 , 25 , 26)"
13 (13 , 15 , 16 , 18)"
rnd With MC, *k1, sl1; rep from * around.
With MC, knit 2 rnds. Inc rnd With MC,
*k5, M1; rep from * around216 (216,
228, 228, 240)sts. With MC, knit 2
rnds. Next rnd With CC, *sl1, k1; rep from
around. With CC, knit 1 rnd. Next rnd With
MC, *k1, sl1; rep from* around. With
MC, knit 2 rnds. Inc rnd With MC, k0 (0,
0, 0, 3), *k36 (9, 6, 4, 3), M1; rep from
* to last 0 (0, 0, 4, 3)sts, k0 (0, 0, 4,
3)222 (240, 266, 284, 318)sts. With
MC, knit 6 rnds. Next rnd With CC, *sl1,
k1; rep from * around. With CC, knit 1
rnd. Next rnd With MC, *k1, sl1; rep from
* around. Break CC and cont with MC
only. Work even, if necessary, until piece
measures 8 (9, 9, 10, 11)" from
end of neckband, measured at center
back neck. Divide for body and sleeves:
K34 (37, 41, 44, 49), place next 44 (46,
52, 54, 62)sts on holder for sleeve, then
using the cable method, CO12 (14, 16,
18, 18)sts for underarm, k67 (74, 81, 88,
97), place next 44(46, 52, 54, 62)sts on

Tools 15

(1
8 (9, 9 , 10 , 11)"

Size 7 (4.5 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle 5

,1
and set of double-pointed needles (dpn) 6
Size 8 (5 mm): 16" and 24" cir needles body ,1
6
,1
and set of dpn 6
)"
Markers (m)
Stitch holders
Waste yarn
Tapestry needle
15"
35 (39, 43, 47, 51)" 9 (9 , 9 , 9 , 10)"
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Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
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Z
33 (37 , 41 , 45 , 49)"

36 (40, 44, 48, 52)"

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holder for sleeve, CO12 (14, 16, 18, 18)sts
for underarm, k33 (37, 40, 44, 48)158
(176, 194, 212, 230)sts rem for body.
Body
Next rnd K40 (44, 49, 53, 58), pm for side,
k79 (88, 97, 106, 115), pm for side, k39
(44, 48, 53, 57)79 (88, 97, 106, 115)sts
each for front and back; beg-of-rnd is
at center back. Work even until piece
measures 3" from underarm. Shape
waist: Dec rnd [Knit to 3sts before m,
ssk, k1, slm, k1, k2tog] 2times, knit to
end4sts decd. Work 11rnds even. Rep
Decrnd on next rnd150 (168, 186, 204,
222)sts rem. Work 11 rnds even. Inc rnd
[Knit to 3sts before m, RLI, k3, slm, k3,
LLI] 2 times, knit to end4sts incd. Rep
Incrnd every 12th rnd 2 more times162
(180, 198, 216, 234)sts. Work even until
piece measures 11" from underarm. Next
rnd With CC, *k1, sl1; rep from * around.
With CC, knit 5 rnds. Next rnd With MC,
*sl1, k1; rep from * around. With MC, knit
1 rnd. Next rnd With CC, *k1, sl1; rep from
* around. With CC, knit 9 rnds. Break
CC and cont with MC only. Change to
smaller cir needle. Next rnd With MC,
*sl1, k1; rep from * around. Work in k1,
p1 rib for ". Using the tubular method,
BOallsts.
Sleeves
With MC, larger dpn, and RS facing, beg
at center of underarm, pick up and knit 7
(8, 9, 10, 10)sts along underarm COsts,
k44 (46, 52, 54, 62) held sleevests,
pick up and knit 7 (8, 9, 10, 10)sts along
other half of underarm CO58 (62, 70,
74, 82)sts. Pm and join in the rnd. Dec
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rnd K6 (7, 8, 9, 9), k2tog, k42 (44, 50,
52, 60), ssk, k6 (7, 8, 9, 9)56 (60, 68,
72, 80)sts rem. Work even until piece
measures 2" from underarm. Dec rnd K2,
k2tog, knit to last 4sts, ssk, k22sts
decd. Rep Decrnd every 9 (8, 5, 5, 4)
th rnd 7 (8, 12, 13, 15) more times40
(42, 42, 44, 48)sts rem. Work even until
piece measures 15 (15, 15, 15, 16)"
from underarm. Change to smaller dpn.
Next rnd *Sl1, k1; rep from * around. Work
in k1, p1 rib for ". BO all sts, using the
tubular method.
Finishing
Weave in ends.
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www.scknits.com.
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Oana Shawl

Z Easy Y
by Kirsten Kapur

K nit lace at a big scale with this dramatic shawl. You should be able to
read charts and work lace, as well as manage changing stitch counts, but
this is a great first lace shawl for a newer knitter.

point, increasing upward to the top

edge.
L Fringe is added at the end by looping
8" pieces of yarn through eyelets at
the edge of the shawl.

1 2
Size 74" wide and 21" deep (not including
fringe)
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
500yards
Shown Here O-Wool Classic Worsted
(100%certified organic merino; 99 yd
[90m]/50 g):
#4400 sumac, 5 skeins
Gauge 12 sts and 20 rows = 4" over 8 st
repeat of Chart 2
Tools
Size 10 (6.5 mm): 32" circular (cir)
needle
Markers (m)
Tapestry needle
Size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook
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Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
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Z (pm) as indicated by the blue lines on the
Notes
L This shawl is worked from the bottom
Shawl
CO 4 sts. Do not join.
Row 1 (RS) [K1, yo] 3 times, k17 sts.
Row 2 (WS) K1, yo, k5, yo, k19 sts.
Row 3 K1, yo, k7, yo, k111 sts.
Row 4 K1, yo, k9, yo, k113 sts.
Row 5 K1, yo, k11, yo, k115 sts.
Row 6 K1, yo, k13, yo, k117 sts.
Row 7 K1, yo, k15, yo, k119 sts.
Row 8 K1, yo, k17, yo, k121 sts.
Row 9 [K1, yo] 2 times, ssk, k13, k2tog,
[yo, k1] 2 times23 sts.
Row 10 K1, yo, k3, yo, k2tog, k11, ssk, yo,
k3, yo, k125 sts.
Row 11 K1, yo, k5, yo, ssk, k9, k2tog, yo, k5,
yo, k127 sts.
Row 12 K1, yo, k7, yo, k2tog, k7, ssk, yo, k7,
yo, k129 sts.
Row 13 K1, yo, k9, yo, ssk, k5, k2tog, yo, k9,
yo, k131 sts.
Row 14 K1, yo, k11, yo, k2tog, k3, ssk, yo,
k11, yo, k133 sts.
Row 15 K1, yo, k13, yo, ssk, k1, k2tog, yo,
k13, yo, k135 sts.
Row 16 K1, yo, k33, yo, k137 sts.
Row 17 [K1, yo] 2 times, ssk, k12, k2tog,
yo, k1, yo, ssk, k12, k2tog, [yo, k1] 2
times39 sts.
Row 18 K1, yo, k3, yo, k2tog, k10, ssk,
yo, p3, yo, k2tog, k10, ssk, yo, k3, yo,
k141sts.
Work Row 1 of Chart 1, placing markers
chart43 sts. Work Rows 26 of chart
once53 sts. Work Rows 18 of Chart 2
nine times197 sts. Work Rows 1 and 2
of Chart 2 once more201 sts.

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Top Edge
Row 1 (RS) K1, yo, k5, yo, ssk, k8, k2tog,
sl m, yo, knit to next m, yo, sl m, ssk, k8,
k2tog, yo, k5, yo, k1203 sts.
Row 2 (WS) K1, yo, k7, yo, k2tog, k6, ssk,
Z Easy Y

sl m, yo, knit to next m, yo, sl m, k2tog,

k6, ssk, yo, k7, yo, k1205 sts.
Row 3 K1, yo, k9, yo, ssk, k4, k2tog, sl m,
yo, knit to next m, yo, sl m, ssk, k4, k2tog,
yo, k9, yo, k1207 sts.
Row 4 K1, yo, k11, yo, k2tog, k2, ssk, sl m,
yo, knit to next m, yo, sl m, k2tog, k2, ssk,
yo, k11, yo, k1209 sts.
Row 5 K1, yo, k13, yo, ssk, k2tog, sl m, yo,
knit to next m, yo, sl m, ssk, k2tog, yo,
k13, yo, k1211 sts.
Row 6 K1, yo, k15, ssk, sl m, yo, knit to next
m, yo, sl m, k2tog, k15, yo, k1213 sts.
BO all sts.

Finishing
Block shawl to measurements. Weave in
ends.

Fringe
Cut 430 pieces of yarn 8" long. Holding
2 pieces of yarn tog, fold in half. With
crochet hook, pull the folded end of the
yarns through an eyelet on the edge of k on RS; p on WS
the shawl. Secure by pulling the ends of
p on RS; k on WS
the yarn through the folded end. Rep for
all 215 eyelets. k on RS; p on WS yo

p on RS; k on WS k2tog on RS
Find Kirsten Kapur online:
www.throughtheloops.typepad.com. k on RS; p on WS yo ssk on RS

p on RS; k on WS k2tog on RS ssk on WS

yo ssk on RS k2tog on WS

k on RS; p on WS k2tog on RS ssk on WS pattern repeat

p on RS; k on WS ssk on RS k2tog on WS marker placement

yo ssk on WS pattern repeat

k2tog on RS k2tog on WS marker placement

Chart 1
ssk on RS pattern repeat
5
ssk on WS marker placement
3

k2tog on WS 1
Begin on 37 sts
pattern repeat
Chart 2
marker placement
7

1
8 st repeat

Begin on 53 sts

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Knuckle Down Mitts
V ery brief and very simple, this unisex mitt design is a great project for leftover
yarns. If you have trouble using double-pointed needles, try working the one-
long circular method of knitting in the round.
1 2
Sizes 6 (8)" palm circumference and
5 (7)" wrist circumference; shown in
size 6"
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
200 yards of MC and less than 200 yards
of CC
Show Here Sweet Georgia YarnSuper-
wash Worsted (100% superwash merino
wool; 200 yd [183 m]/115 g):
nightshade (MC), 1 skein
tumbled stone (CC), 1 skein
Gauge 28 sts and 26 rnds = 4" in paradid-
dle rib patt relaxed on larger needles; 20
sts and 27 rnds = 4" in rev Stst on larger
needles
Tools
Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of double-pointed
needles (dpn)
Size 5 (3.75 mm): set of dpn
Markers (m)
Waste yarn
Tapestry needle
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Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Z to CC and knit 1 rnd. BO all sts using the
knuckle down mitts.indd 43
by Erica Jackofsky
Stitches
Paradiddle Rib: (multiple of 8 sts)
Rnd 1 *K1 through back loop (tbl), p1,
k2tbl, p1, k1tbl, p2; rep from * to end.
Rep Rnd1 every rnd for patt.
Right Mitt
With CC and smaller dpn, CO 40 (48)
sts. Cut CC and join MC. Place marker
(pm) and join in the rnd. Cuff: Knit 1 rnd.
Work in paradiddle rib (see Stitches) until
piece measures 1 (1)" from CO. Change
to larger dpn. Adjust stitch markers:
Remove beg-of-rnd m, p8 (10), pm for
new beg of rnd. Hand: Next rnd Work in
established rib patt over 22 (26) sts,
p18 (22). Rep last rnd 4 (6) more times.
Shape thumb gusset:
Rnd 1 Work 22 (26) sts in patt, p3 (4), M1,
p5 (6), M1, p10 (12)42 (50) sts.
Rnds 2, 4, and 6 Work even.
Rnd 3 Work 22 (26) sts in patt, p3 (4), M1,
p7 (8), M1, p10 (12)44 (52) sts.
Rnd 5 Work 22 (26) sts in patt, p3 (4), M1,
p9 (10), M1, p10 (12)46 (54) sts.
Size 8" only:
Rnd 7 Work 26 sts in patt, p4, M1, p12, M1,
p1256 sts.
Rnd 8 Work even.
Both sizes:
Next rnd Work 22 (26) sts in patt, p3 (4),
place next 11 (14) sts on waste yarn, then
using the backward-loop method, CO
5 (6) sts over thumb gap, p10 (12)40
(48) sts. Upper palm: Next rnd Work 22
(26) sts in patt, purl to end. Rep last rnd
4 (5) more times, or until palm measures
1" less than desired length. Work para-
diddle rib over all sts for 5 rnds. Change
sewn method. Thumb: Using CC and
larger dpn, pick up and knit 5 (6) sts in
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thumb CO, k11 (14) held thumb sts16
(20) sts. Knit 1 rnd. BO all sts. Try using
the sewn BO for a decorative option (see
our online Glossary).
Left Mitt
Work as for right mitt to thumb gusset.
Shape thumb gusset:
Rnd 1 Work 22 (26) sts in patt, p10 (12),
M1, p5 (6), M1, p3 (4)42 (50) sts.
Rnds 2, 4, and 6 Work even.
Rnd 3 Work 22 (26) sts in patt, p10 (12),
M1, p7 (8), M1, p3 (4)44 (52) sts.
Rnd 5 Work 22 (26) sts in patt, p10 (12),
M1, p9 (10), M1, p3 (4)46 (54) sts.
Size 8" only:
Rnd 7 Work 26 sts in patt, p12, M1, p12,
M1, p456 sts.
Rnd 8 Work even.
Both sizes:
Next rnd Work 22 (26) sts in patt, p10 (12),
place next 11 (14) sts on waste yarn, then
using the backward-loop method, CO 5
(6) sts over thumb gap, p3 (4)40 (48)
sts. Complete as for right mitt.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Do not block ribbing.
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www.fiddleknits.com.
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Big Thompson Scarf

Z Easy Y

by Christa Giles

A n easy scarf is worked in biasing garter stitch with eyelet rows. Simple in-
creases and decreases create the diagonal graphic. A completely reversible
scarf worked on large needles makes for a fun and functional knit.

L All shaping occurs at the end of rows:

one stitch is increased at the end of
every row on Side A (increasing to 31
stitches), while one stitch is decreased
at the end of every row on Side B
(returning count to 30 stitches).

Stitches
Bias Garter Stitch:
Row 1 (Side A) Knit to last 2 sts, k1f&b,
k131 sts.
Row 2 (Side B) Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog,
k130 sts rem.
Rep Rows12 for patt; 1 ridge = 2 rows.

Scarf
CO 30 sts. Work Rows 1and 2 of bias
garter st (see Stitches) 6 times12 rows;
1 2 6 ridges. **6-row eyelet section:
Rows 1 and 5 (Side A) K1, *yo, k2tog; rep
Size 6" wide and 88" long from * to last st, yo, k131 sts.
Yarn #5 Bulky, about 435 yards Rows 2 and 4 Work Row2 of bias garter st.
Shown Here Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa Row 3 Work Row1 of bias garter st.
(90% merino, 10% cashmere; 87 yd Row 6 Work Row2 of bias garter st.
[78 m]/50 g): Work Rows 1 and2 of bias garter st 12
#4809 aquarius (navy), 5 skeins times24 rows; 12 ridges. Rep from
Gauge 14 sts and 26 rows (13 ridges) = ** 12 times more13 eyelet sections
4" in garter st total. Work 6-row eyelet section once
Tools more. Work Rows 1and 2 of bias garter
Size 11 (8 mm) needles st 5 times10 rows; 5 ridges. BO all sts
Tapestry needle kwise.

See the Glossary on page 92 for terms Finishing

Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Z Weave in all ends. Block if desired.

Find Christa Giles online:

Notes www.christagiles.com.
L Because the scarf has no right or
wrong side, the sides are referred to as
Side A and Side B. For ease of working,
mark Side A. Count ridges on Side A
only.

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Veronica Slouch

Z Easy Y
by Brenda K. B. Anderson

T he chunky cable in this hat makes the perfect frame for three special buttons.
This quick project requires knitting in the round, reading a chart, and working
cables and decreases.

then work Rows 920 once more, work

See the Glossary on page 92 for terms
Z Z
you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Hat
Brim: With smaller cir needle, CO 75
(81) sts. Place marker (pm) and join in
the rnd. Set-up rnd Work Cable chart over
12 sts, pm, *k1tbl, p1; rep from * to last
st, k1tbl. Cont in patt as established for
6 more rnds81 (87) sts. Change to
larger cir needle. Body: Next rnd Work in
chart patt to m, knit to end. Cont in patt
as established through Row 20 of chart,
1 2
Rows 2123 (2122) of chart once.
Larger size only:
Dec rnd (Row 23 of chart) Work chart to
m, sl m, k3, [k2tog, k9] 6 times81 sts
rem.
Both sizes:
Shape crown: Note: Change to dpn when
necessary.
Rnd 1 Work chart to m, sl m, knit to end.
Rnd 2 Work chart to m, sl m, [k9, k2tog,
k10] 3 times76 sts rem: 16 chart sts, 60
sts in St st.
Rnd 3 Rep Rnd 1 72 sts rem: 12 chart sts,
60 sts in St st.

Sizes 18 (20)" brim circumference,

21 (23)" circumference at widest point,
and 9" tall; shown in smaller size.
Yarn #5 Bulky, about 210 yards
Shown Here Malabrigo Chunky (100%
pure merino wool; 104 yd [95 m]/100 g):
#83 water green, 2 skeins
Gauge 14 sts and 20 rows = 4" in St st
on larger needle; 18-st cable panel = 3"
wide.
Tools
Ribbingsize 7 (4.5 mm): 16" circular (cir).
Bodysize 10 (6 mm): 16" cir and set of
double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size
if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Markers (m)
Cable needle (cn)
Tapestry needle
Three 1" buttons

Notes
L This hat is worked in the round from
the bottom up.

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Rnd 4 Work chart to m, sl m, k4, [k2tog,

k5] 8 times64 sts rem: 12 chart sts, 52
sts in St st.
Rnd 5 Rep Rnd1.
Rnd 6 Work chart to m, sl m, k1, [k2tog,
k4] 8 times, k354 sts rem: 10 chart sts,
Z Easys Y

44 sts in St st.
Rnd 7 Rep Rnd1.
Rnd 8 Work chart to m, sl m, [k3, k2tog]
8 times, k444 sts rem: 8 chart sts, 36
sts in St st.
Rnd 9 Rep Rnd1.
Rnd 10 Work chart to m, sl m, k4, [k2tog,
k2] 8 times34 sts rem: 6 chart sts, 28
sts in St st.
Rnd 11 Rep Rnd1.
Rnd 12 Work chart to m, sl m, k2, [k2tog,
k1] 8 times, k224 sts rem: 4 chart sts,
20 sts in St st.
Rnd 13 Rep Rnd122 sts rem: 2 chart sts,
20 sts in St st.
Rnd 14 [k2tog] 11 times11 sts rem.
Break yarn, leaving a 6" tail. With tail
threaded on a tapestry needle, draw tail
through rem sts and pull to gather.

Finishing
Weave in ends. Block. Sew one button at
Cable
center of each cable.

Find Brenda K. B. Anderson on Ravelry as 35

yarnville.
33

31
knit
29

purl 27

25
k1tbl
23
k2tog
21

ssk 19

17
p2tog
work 2 times 15
M1R
13
M1L
11
sl 1 st onto cn,
hold in back, k3, p1 from cn 9

sl 3 sts onto cn, MR ML 7

hold in front, p1, k3 from cn MR ML
MR ML 5
sl 3 sts onto cn,
hold in back, k3, k3 from cn
3
sl 3 sts onto cn,
hold in front, k3, k3 from cn 1
12 to 18 to 2 sts

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Wavy Lace Capelet

Z Easy Y
by Cecily Glowik MacDonald

Knitneedles.
an easy capelet in a wavy lace pattern with a super-bulky yarn on large
You dont need to read charts to work this lace!

See the Glossary on page 92 for terms Capelet

Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Z With smaller needle, CO 114 (132, 150,
Stitch Guide
Rib Pattern: (multiple of 9 sts + 6)
Row 1 : (RS) K2, *k4, p5; rep from * to last
4 sts, p2, k2.
Row 2 : Knit the knits and purl the purls.
Rep Rows 12 for patt.
168) sts. Do not join. Work in rib patt (see
Stitch Guide) for 4 rows. Buttonhole row:
(RS) Work in patt to last 5 sts, yo, p2tog,
p1, k2. Work 5 more rows in rib. Rep But-
tonholerow. Work 1 more row in rib. Work
Rows 116 of wavy lace (see Stitch Guide).
Change to larger needle and work Rows
116 once more. BO all sts kwise on RS.

Wavy Lace: (multiple of 9 sts + 6) Finishing

Rows 1, 3, 5, and 7: (RS) K2,*k2, ssk, k2tog, Block piece to measurements. Sew
k2, yo, k1, yo; rep from * to last 4sts, k4. buttons about 6" in from left-hand edge,
1 2 Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl. aligned with buttonholes. Weave in ends.
Rows 9, 11, 13, and 15: K2, *k2, yo, k1, yo, k2, Block again, if desired.
ssk, k2tog; rep from * to last 4 sts, k4.
Sizes 32 (38, 44, 50)" circumference Row 16: Purl. Find Cecily Glowik MacDonald online:
at top, buttoned, and 11" long. Capelet Rep Rows 116 for patt. www.cecilyam.wordpress.com.
shown measures 32".
Yarn #6 Super Bulky
Shown Here Blue Moon Fiber Arts Icelan-
dic (100% wool; 250 yd [229 m]/226 g):
winter solstice, 1 (1, 2, 2) skein(s)
Gauge 11 sts and 16 rows = 4" in wavy
lace on smaller needle.
Tools
Sizes 13 (9 mm) and 15 (10mm): 32"
circular (cir) needles.
Tapestry needle
Two 1" buttons.

Notes
L Capelet is worked back and forth
in rows on circular needle, from
the neck down, and is designed to
overlap several inches at neck edge.
Button placement may be adjusted as
desired.
L The1 bottom edge measures 43 (4934 ,
56 2 , 63 2)" wide.
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Leadville Cowl
Z Easy Y
T his cowl is worked in the round, then folded in half and seamed to cre-
ate the double layers. One side features an easy lattice cable, while the
other is worked in ribbing.
1 2
Size 25" circumference and 8" tall
Yarn #5 Bulky, about 360 yards
Shown Here The Fibre Company Tundra
(60% baby alpaca, 30% merino wool,
10% silk; 120 yd [110 m]/100 g):
mink, 3 skeins.
Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens.
Gauge 17 sts and 22 rnds = 4" in Lattice
patt on larger needle.
Tools
Size 9 (5.5 mm) needles
Size 10 (6 mm): 24" circular (cir)
needles
Marker (m)
Cable needle (cn)
Tapestry needle.
Notes
L Cowl is worked in the round and then
the cast-on and bind-off edges are
sewn together to form a doubled fab-
ric with the ribbing on the inside and
the Lattice pattern on the outside.
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Leadville Cowl.indd 52
by Annie Watts
See the Glossary on page 92 for terms
Z Z
knit
you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
purl
Cowl k2tog
With smaller needle, CO 108 sts. Place
marker (pm) and join in the rnd. Next p2tog
rnd K1, *p2, k2; rep from * to last 3 sts,
p2, k1. Rep last rnd until piece measures M1L
2" from CO. Change to larger needle
and cont in rib patt until piece measures M1 pwise
3" from CO. Work Rows 116 of Lattice
chart 2 times, working Row 11 of chart as sl 1 st onto cn, hold in back,
k1, p1 from cn
foll: K1, *p1, M1P, p1, k2tog; rep from * to sl 1 st onto cn, hold in front,
last st, sl last st to right needle, remove p1, k1 from cn
m, return slipped st to left needle, k2tog,
pattern repeat
pm. Work Rows 19 of chart once more
piece measures about 11" from CO. Next
rnd K1, *p2, k2; rep from * to last 3 sts, p2,
Lattice
k1. Cont in rib patt until piece measures
12" from CO. Change to smaller needle
and cont in patt until work measures 18" ML ML 15
from CO. BO all sts loosely in patt.
13
Finishing
Weave in ends. Turn cowl inside out. Fold MP MP 11 *
CO edge up and BO edge down and seam
them tog. Turn cowl right side out, wash, 9
and lay flat to dry, adjusting cowl so that ML ML 7
lattice panel is centered on outside. Lay-
ing a tall glass in the center of the cowl to
5
separate the sides will help expedite the
drying of the thick layers. MP MP 3
Find Annie Watts online: 1
www.wattsolak.com. 4 st repeat
* Work as given in directions
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Three's a Charm Tam

Z Intermediate Y
by Catherine Shields

A dense cable pattern makes for a rich and rustic beret. If youre ready to chal-
lenge yourself with a complex chart while working up a small project, this hat
is for you!

1 2 3 Rnds 2 and 4 Purl.
Size 20" circumference at brim, 30"
circumference at widest point.
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
250 yards
Shown Here Tahki Yarns Tara Tweed
(80% wool, 20% nylon; 122 yd [112 m]/
50 g):
#013 rosewood, 2 balls
Yarn distributed by Tahki-Stacy
Charles Inc.
Gauge 17 sts and 30 rnds = 4" in Trinity
St on larger needle; 30 sts of Cable chart
= 5" wide.
Tools
Brimsize 3 (3.25 mm): 16" circular (cir)
needles.
Bodysize 5 (3.75 mm): 24" cir and set
of double-pointed needles (dpn).
Markers (m)
Cable needle (cn)
Tapestry needle
See the Glossary on page 92 for terms
Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Z Work in k1, p1 rib for 1". Inc rnd *[P1f&b, p1]
Notes
L Slip all stitches purlwise unless other-
wise indicated.
Stitch Guide
Sk2p: Sl1 kwise, k2tog, pass slipped st
over2 sts decd.
Trinity Stitch: (multiple of 4 sts)
Rnd 1 *Sk2p, [p1, yo, p1] in same st; rep
from * to end.
Rnd 3 *[P1, yo, p1] in same st, sk2p; rep
from * to end.
Rep Rnds14 for patt.
Hat
Brim: With smaller needle, CO 90 sts.
Place marker (pm) and join in the rnd.
3 times, p1, [k1, M1] 3 times, p1, [M1, k1]
2 times, [p1f&b] 4 times, [k1, M1] 2times,
p1, [M1, k1] 3 times, [p2, M1P] 3times,
p1, pm; rep from * to end150sts: 50 sts
between each pair of m. Body: Change to
larger cir needle. Next rnd *Work Trinity
St (see Stitch Guide) over 8 sts, p2, work
Row 1 of Cable chart over 30 sts, p2,
work Trinity St over 8 sts; rep from * to
end. Cont in patt as established through
Row 35 of chart. Shape crown:
Rnd 1 *[P2tog] 2 times, p6, work Row36
of chart, p6, [p2tog tbl] 2 times; rep from
* to end138 sts rem.
Rnd 2 *P8, work Row37 of chart, p8; rep
from * to end.
Rnd 3 *[Sl1 kwise] 3 times, k2tog, p3sso,
[p1, yo, p1] in same st, p2, work Row38
of chart, p2, sk2p, p3; rep from * to
end126 sts rem.

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 1 st from right needle to
left needle, pass 2nd st
on left needle over first st,
sl st to right needle; rep
from * once more

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sl 1 st onto cn, hold in
back, k2, p1 from cn

Rnd 4 *P6, work Row39 of chart, p6; rep knit p3tog sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in
from * to end. front, p1, k2 from cn
Rnd 5 *[P2tog] 2 times, p2, work Row40 purl p3tog tbl sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in
of chart, p2, [p2tog tbl] 2 times; rep from back, k2, k2 from cn
Z Intermediate Y

* to end114 sts rem. sk2p, return st from right

Rnd 6 *P4, work Row41 of chart, p4; rep
from * to end.
Rnd 7 *[P2tog] 2 times, work Row42 of
chart, [p2tog tbl] 2 times; rep from * to
end102 sts rem.
Rnd 8 *P2, work Row43 of chart, p2; rep
from * to end.
Rnd 9 *P2tog, work Row44 of chart,
p2tog tbl; rep from * to end84 sts rem.
Rnd 10 *P1, work Row45 of chart, p1; rep
from * to end.
Cont in patt, working p1 before and after
each chart section, through Row56 of
chart, changing to dpn when neces-
sary9 sts rem. Break yarn, leaving a 10"
tail. Thread tail through rem sts and pull
tight to gather.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Block if desired.
Find Catherine Shields online: www
.studiomarlowe.com.
Z Tech Tip Y
4 needle to left needle, sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in
front, k2, k2 from cn
pass 2nd st on left needle
over first st, sl st to right
needle sl 1, sl 1 st onto cn, hold
in back, return sl st from
right needle to left needle,
[sl 1 kwise] 2 times, k1, k2tog, return sl st from
5
*pass 1 sl st over, return cn to left needle, k2tog
1 st from right needle to
left needle, pass 2nd st sl 1 kwise, sl 1 st onto cn,
on left needle over first st, hold in front, k1, psso,
sl st to right needle; rep sl 1 kwise from cn, k1, psso
from * once more
sl 1, sl 2 sts onto cn, hold
in back, return sl st from
sl 1 st onto cn, hold in
right needle to left needle,
back, k2, p1 from cn
k2tog, k1, k2 from cn
sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in
sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in
front, p1, k2 from cn
back, k2, k1 from cn,
Cable sl 1 kwise from cn to
sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in
5 56 right needle, k1, psso
back, k2, k2 from cn
5
54
5
sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in
front, k2, k2 from cn 52
50
sl 1, sl 1 st onto cn, hold
in back, return sl st from
4 48
right needle to left needle,
k2tog, return sl st from 46
cn to left needle, k2tog
sl 1 kwise, sl 1 st onto cn,
44

The cables in this hat are simple enough hold in front, k1, psso, 42
to provide perfect practice for cabling sl 1 kwise from cn, k1, psso
40
without a cable needle, and the tweedy
yarn is sticky enough to keep you sl 1, sl 2 sts onto cn, hold 38
in back, return sl st from
from accidentally dropping stitches right needle to left needle, 36
as you get used to the technique. See k2tog, k1, k2 from cn
Beyond the Basics, Interweave Knits, 34

Fall 2009, or www.knittingdaily.com/ sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in

32
back, k2, k1 from cn,
losethatcableneedle.
sl 1 kwise from cn to 30
right needle, k1, psso
28

26

24

22

20

18

16

14

12

10

30 sts
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 yarn label for the weight of the ball of

BEYO
ND How Much Yarn yarn. Youll save yourself an extra step
later on if you work with the same sys-
the tem reported on the yarn labelgrams

BASI
CS Do I Need? or ounces. Lets say that the yarn for
our example project contains 109 yards
(100 meters) in each 50-gram skein.
A Mathmatical Approach Therefore, youll want to find out the
weight of the swatch in grams.
For our example, lets suppose that
the swatch weighs 10 grams. (If you
by Lori Gayle weighed your swatch in ounces, multiply
the number of ounces by 28.35 to get
Suppose you have a fabulous idea for an original sweater. grams.) You can now determine the
Youve studied instructions for similar garments, covered weight of yarn in each square unit of
scraps of paper with sketches and notes, and youre knitted fabric:
confident that you can figure out how to knit your dream 10 grams 25 square inches = 0.4
project. One question remains: how much yarn to buy? grams per square inch
Depending on your personality, you may want to wing (10 grams 161.3 square cm = 0.06
grams per square cm)
ittake an educated guess and cross your fingersor you
may want to do some swatching and figuring and come
Swatch Length Method This method
up with a careful and, likely, accurate estimate. is based on the length of yarn required
to knit the swatch. Unravel the swatch
(after measuring it, of course). If neces-
sary, stretch the unraveled yarn slightly
to straighten out any kinks (but avoid
Winging It for a solid-color childs pullover worked pulling it tight, especially very elastic
If you want to wing it, consider referring in one stitch pattern. yarns, or you will get an artificially long
to one of the many reference guides result) and use a yardstick (or yard-
that give yarn requirements based on Step One: Knit a Swatch age counter, spinners niddy-noddy, or
garment size and yarn thickness (see Like many other knitting adventures, weavers warping board) to measure
some recommendations on page 59), the first step in determining yarn needs the total length. Lets say that the yarn
but keep in mind that the information involves making a swatch, for which from the unraveled swatch measures
in them is intended to be used only as you will need at least a single skein of 21.8 yards (19.9 meters). You can now
a general rule of thumb. Alternatively, your chosen yarn. You can use the same determine the length of yarn in each
purchase yarn according to amounts swatch to determine gauge. square unit of knitted fabric:
given for a similar sweater in a pub- Knit a generous swatchat least 5" 21.8 yards 25 square inches = 0.87
lished pattern, if you trust that the yarn (12.7 cm) square. Lets assume for our yards per square inch
amounts there are correct. To arrive at example that the gauge of your stitch (19.9 meters 161.3 square centimeters
a more dependable estimate based on pattern works out perfectly to 20 stitch- = 0.12 meters per square centimeter)
the details of your particular project, es and 28 rows in 4" (10 cm). If you cast
apply the easy-to-follow mathematical on 25 stitches and make a 5" (12.7 cm) Step Two: Draw a Schematic
formulas here. square swatch, you will have a piece of The next step is to determine how many
fabric knitted in your pattern stitch that square inches or centimeters there
Using Your Math covers 25 square inches (161.3 square are in the entire garment by drawing a
To estimate yarn needs accurately you cm). You now need to discover either schematic. Heres a quick technique for
need to determine how many ounces/ the weight of the swatch or the length of getting a good estimate. If your algebra
grams or yards/meters of the chosen yarn used in it. skills are still sharp, feel free to use a
yarn are required to produce a piece of more exact method.
knitted fabric of a certain size. Then you Swatch Weight Method For this meth- Draw a sketch of all the garment
need to determine the sizes of all your od, a digital scale or triple-beam balance pieces laid out as if you were going to
garment pieces. is ideal, but postal or kitchen scales, cut them out of imaginary rectangles of
The following example walks you which measure in fractions of grams/ fabric. Remember to include elements
through the estimation of yarn required ounces, will also work well. Check the not typically shown on schematics like

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 neckbands, button bands, armhole
bands, collars, pockets, and facings. The
illustration below shows the pieces of
our project arranged on three rect-
angles. Note: If youre planning to work
your project in the round, still draw the
pieces as if they had been cut apart like
the ones in the example.
The back and front fit into a rectangle
that measures 16" x 30" (40.5 cm x
76 cm), or 480 square inches (3078
square cm). The sleeves fit into another
rectangle (one sleeve is drawn upside-
down to nestle close to its mate) that
measures 11" x 23" (28 cm x 58.5 cm),
Drawing a Schematic to Estimate Yarn Needs
16"
40.5 cm
13"
33 cm
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or 253 square inches (1638 square cm).
The shaded areas in the rectangle, which
represent areas of no knitting, allow for an
extra fudge factor in the estimate. The
neckband is shown on the third rectangle,
measuring 1" x 18" (2.5 cm x 46 cm), or
18 square inches (115 square cm). In our
sample, the neckband is 1" (2.5 cm) deep
and weve given a generous estimate for
the length of twice the back neck width
plus twice the front neck depth.
Step Three: Add it All Together
The next step is to add the areas of the
three rectangles. Our sample sweater
30"
76 cm
23"
58.5 cm
7" 3"
18 cm 7.5 cm
11"
28 cm
will require about 751 square inches
(4831 square cm) of knitted fabric.
Remember that the yarn chosen for this
project contains 109 yards (100 cm) in
each 50-gram skein.
If you used the Swatch Weight
Method, you know that each square inch
weighs 0.4 grams, and each square cen-
timeter weighs 0.062 grams. Multiplying
these weights by the total area required
gives you the total weight of yarn required:
751 square inches x 0.4 grams per
square inch = 300.4 grams
(4831 square cm x 0.06 grams per
square cm = 289.9 grams)
1"
2.5 cm
18"
46 cm
Drawing a schematic this way
allows you to determine how many
square inches or centimeters there
are in an entire garment.
 Each of these estimates requires
approximately six 50-gram skeins.
If you used the Swatch Length
Method, you know that each square
inch takes 0.87 yards of yarn, and each
square centimeter takes 0.12 meters.
Multiplying these lengths by the total
area required gives you the total length
of yarn required:
751 square inches x 0.87 yards per
square inch = 653.4 yards
(4831 square cm x 0.12 meters per
square cm = 579.7 meters)
Each of these estimates requires
approximately six 109-yard
(100-m)skeins.
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The slight differences between the
answers are the result of rounding the
numbers up or down. It is always a good
idea to add an additional 10% safety
margin to cover any minor errors in
weighing or measuring, and to accom-
modate design changes that may occur
as you knit the garment. In this case, an
extra 10% would bring the estimate to
6.6 skeins, or a purchase of 7 skeins.
Lori Gayle is a technical editor for many
knitting publications.
Resources!
To determine typical yarn yardage
requirements for different kinds of
projects in different yarns, check out
these tools:
The Knitters Handy Guide to Yarn
Requirements by Ann Budd, available
at www.interweavestore.com
The Nancys Knit Knacks Yarn Yardage
Estimator Kard, available at www
.nancysknitknacks.com
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Ambrosia Cowl
Z Easy Y

by Katya Frankel

K nit up in an unusual combination of rib and garter, the Ambrosia Cowl is a

perfect project for a skein of lofty alpaca. You should be able to keep track of
stitches and work basic cables and decreases.

1 2

Size 21" circumference and 9" tall.

Yarn #5 Bulky, about 150 yards
Shown Here Artesano Aran (50% al-
paca, 50%Peruvian highland wool; 144yd
[132m]/100 g):
#C859 walnut, 1skein
Gauge 14 sts and 26 rnds = 4" in garter st.
Tools
Size 8 (5 mm): 16" circular (cir) needles
Markers (m)
Cable needle (cn)
Tapestry needle
Cowl Rnd 6 Purl to 2 sts before m, p2tog, slm,
CO 3 sts, place marker (pm), 1/2 LPC, p1, k1, *p3, k1; rep from * to
See the Glossary on page 92 for terms CO 89sts92sts. Pm and join in the rnd. end1st decd.
Z youvisit
dont know. For our master glossary,
KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Z Rnd 1 K3, sl m, sl1 (see Notes), *p3, sl1; Rep Rnds 36 ten more times81 sts
rep from * to end. rem. BO all sts.
Rnd 2 P3, sl m, 1/2 LPC (see Stitch Guide),
Notes p1, k1, *p3, k1; rep from * to end. Finishing
L Slip stitches purlwise with yarn in Rnd 3 Knit to m, remove m, k2, pm, sl1, p1, Weave in ends and block lightly.
back. sl1, *p3, sl1; rep from * to end.
Rnd 4 Purl to m, sl m, 1/2 LPC, *p3, k1; rep Find Katya Frankel online:
Stitch Guide from * to end. www.katyafrankel.com.
1/2 LPC: Sl1 st onto cn, hold in front, p2, Rnd 5 Knit to m, remove m, k2, pm, sl1,
k1 from cn. *p3, sl1; rep from * to end.

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Flamboyant Shawl
B egin this shawl at one tip, increase to the widest point, then decrease to the
second tip. The ruffled edge is worked by picking up stitches and working
short-rows. This is a great project for practicing slightly more intermediate skills.
1 2
Size 56" from tip to tip and 11" at
widest point.
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
480 yards
Shown Here Manos del Uruguay Rit-
tenhouse Merino 5-ply (100% extrafine
merino; 240 yd [220 m]/100 g):
#509 maroon, 2hanks
Yarn distributed by Fairmount Fibers
Gauge 18 sts and 32 rows = 4" in
garterst.
Tools
Size 7 (4.5mm): 29" circular (cir) needle
Tapestry needle
See the Glossary on page 92 for terms
Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Z along CO edge454 sts total. Do not
Notes
L This shawl is worked in garter stitch
from tip to tip, increasing stitches to
center point, and then decreasing
stitches to end. Stitches are picked up
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by Maria Leigh
along one long shaped edge for ruffle. Finishing
L Ruffle is shaped using short-rows. Block piece to measurements. Weave in
Since the short-rows are worked in ends.
garter stitch, there is no need to work
the wraps together with the wrapped Find Maria Leigh online:
stitches. www.amigurumikr.com.
L Piece is worked back and forth in rows.
A circular needle is used to accommo-
date the large number of stitches.
L Slip stitches at beginning of wrong-
side rows purlwise with yarn in front.
Bring yarn to back of work again
before knitting the next stitch.
Shawl
Usingthe long-tail method, CO 3 sts. Do
not join. Work incs:
Rows 1, 3, and 5 (WS) Sl1 (see Notes), k2.
Rows 2 and 4 Knit.
Row 6 (RS) Knit to last 2 sts, k1f&b, k1
1 st incd.
Rows 7, 9, and 11 Sl1, knit to end.
Rows 8 and 10 Knit.
Rep Rows611 thirty-six more times, end-
ing with a WS row40 sts. Work decs:
Row 1 (RS) Knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1
1 st decd.
Rows 2, 4, and 6 Sl1, knit to end.
Rows 3 and 5 Knit.
Rep Rows16 thirty-six more times,
ending with a WS row3 sts rem. Shape
ruffle: Next row (RS) K1, k2tog, turn piece
clockwise and work [k1, p1] into each
slipped st along long shaped edge, turn
piece clockwise and pick up and knit 2sts
join. Beg short-rows:
Short-Rows 1 and 2 Knit to last 16 sts, wrap
next st, turn.
Short-Row 3 Knit to 16 sts before wrapped
st, wrap next st, turn.
Rep Row3 eleven more times, ending
with a RS row.
Knit 3 rows across all sts. BO all sts.
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Mixt Cowl

Z Easy Y
by Cirilia Rose

T wist the cast-on a couple times before joining this cowl in the round
to get a Mbius shape. An easy lace pattern is worked in long rounds
from top to bottom.

1 2

Size 48" circumference and 11" high.

Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
400 yards
Shown Here Berroco Boboli (42%
wool, 35%acrylic, 23% viscose; 206 yd
[189m]/3 oz [100 g]):
#5329 jammie, 2 balls
Gauge 14 sts and 14 rows = 4" in lace
patt.
Tools
Size 9 (5.5 mm): 24" circular (cir) needle
Marker (m)
Tapestry needle

Cowl
Using the long-tail method, CO 168 sts.
Twist CO row twice before joining. Place
marker (pm) and join in the rnd. Purl 1
rnd. Lace patt:
Rnd 1 : *Ssk, k1, yo; rep from * around.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rep Rnds 1 and 2 until piece measures 11"
from CO. Purl 1 rnd. BO all sts pwise.

Finishing
Weave in ends. Gently block if desired.

Find Cirilia Rose online:

www.ciriliarose.com.

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Overdyed Ragg Scarf

Z Easy Y

by Nancy Shroyer

A n easy knitted lace scarf is worked in blocks of three colors. Worked in two
pieces from the ends to the center, the scarf is grafted at the center with Kitch-
ener stitch. An easy two-row lace pattern is completely reversible.

was worked for the entirety of one
skein. The hot pink skein was divided
in half for the two sections at the
center of the scarf, which create one
section equal to the others once the
two halves are grafted together.
L To avoid having to weave in tails, knit
to the end of the row before a color-
change row; break off yarn leaving
almost no tail. Rip back about 10
stitches and spit-splice the yarn. Wait
a few minutes to dry and complete
row.
1 2
Stitches
Size 6" wide and 97" long, after Double Decrease (dbl dec): Sl 2 sts tog
blocking kwise, k1, p2sso2 sts decd.
Yarn #4 Medium Aran in 3 colors, about
150 yards of 2 and 75 of 3rd color Scarf
Shown Here Nashua Handknits Snowbird First half: With natural and the knitted
(72% wool, 28% alpaca; 73 yd [66 m]/ method, CO 27 sts. Knit 1 WS row.
50 g): Row 1 (RS) Sl 1 pwise with yarn in back
#2315 natural, 2 skeins (wyb), k1, *yo, k1, dbl dec (see Stitches),
#1792 coral, 2 skeins
#5764 hot pink, 1 skein
Yarn distributed by Westminster Fibers
Gauge 16 sts and 17 rows = 4" in lace
patt
Tools
Size 10 (6.5 mm) needles
Tapestry needle
k1, yo, k1; rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 2 (WS) Sl 1 pwise wyb, knit to end.
Rep last 2 rows 40 more times. Join
coral and work Rows 1and 2 forty-two
times. Join hot pink and work Rows1 and
2 nineteen times, then work Row1 once
morehot pink section measures about
9"; piece measures about 48" from
CO. Cut yarn. Place sts on holder. Work
2nd half as for first. Cut yarn, leaving a
25" tail for grafting. Leave sts on needle.
Finishing
With RS facing, place 27 sts of first half
onto empty needle. Use Kitchener st to
graft sts tog. Weave in ends. Pin to mea-
surements and block by spraying liberally
with water. Letdry.
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Notes
L Scarf is worked in two pieces worked
from the cast-on edge to the center
of the scarf. The live stitches of both
pieces are then grafted together.
L For the sample scarf, each color block
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Amstel Hat

Z Easy Y
by Courtney Kelley

A simple chevron, elaborated and repeated, becomes a rippling allover texture

in this four-cornered hat. An unusual cast-on makes for a neat beginning at
the top of the hat; you can use a simpler cast-on if you prefer.

(pm) and join in the rnd. Next rnd [K1, Finishing

k1f&b] 4 times12 sts: 3 sts on each Pull CO tail to close hole in center. Weave
needle. Work Rnds 110 of Chevron chart, in ends and block.
changing to larger cir needle when neces- knit
sary88 sts: 22 sts on each needle. Work
Rnds 1124 two times, then work Rnds Find Courtneypurl
Kelley online:
2530. Change to smaller cir needle and www.kelbournewoolens.com.
work chart Rnd 3172 sts rem. Contknit in rib
no stitch
patt as established for 1. BO all sts.
purl 2 k1f&b
1 2
knit no stitch p3tog
Size 20" brim circumference, with ribbing
stretched. purl 2 k1f&b pattern repeat
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
140yards no stitch p3tog
Shown Here The Fibre Company Chevron
Road to China (65% baby alpaca, 15% 2 k1f&b pattern repeat 31
silk, 10%camel, 10% cashmere; 69 yd
[63m]/1oz [50 g]): p3tog
29

blue tourmaline, 2 skeins 27

Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens pattern repeat
Gauge 16 sts and 28 rows = 4 in charted 25
patt (Rows 1124) on larger needles.
23
Tools
Bodysize 8 (5 mm): 16" circular (cir) 21
and set of 5 double-pointed needles (dpn)
19
Brimsize 6 (4 mm): 16 cir. needle
Marker (m) 17
work 2x
Tapestry needle
15

13
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11

2 2 9
2 2
Notes 2 2 7

L Hat is worked from the top down.

2 2
2 2 5
2 2
2 2 3
Hat 2 2
2 2 1
Using the Emily Ocker method, CO 8 sts,
divided evenly over 4 dpn. Place marker 3 to 22 st repeat

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Nederland Circle Scarf

Z Easy Y
by Cecily Glowik MacDonald

W ork in the round and follow a cable chart with this warm, chunky, oversized
cowl. Its a quick project, once you are familiar with the chart, and makes a
great unisex gift.

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slightly stretched open.
knit
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Scarf www.cecilyam.wordpress.com.
purl
CO 240 sts. Place marker (pm) and join
in the rnd. Work Rnds 116 of Cable and pattern repeat
Rib chart 2 timespiece measures about
6" from CO. Loosely BO all sts in patt. sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in
front, k1, p1, (k1, p1)
from cn

sl 4 sts onto cn, hold in

knit
back, k2, p2, (k2, p2)
from cn
purl
sl 4 sts onto cn, hold in
front, k2, p2, (k2, p2)
pattern repeat
from cn

sl 2 sts onto cn, hold in

front, k1, p1, (k1, p1)
from cn
1 2
sl 4 sts onto cn, hold in
Cable and
back, k2, Rib
p2, (k2, p2)
Size About 6" wide and 48" in from cn
circumference.
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about sl 4 sts onto cn, hold in 15
front, k2, p2, (k2, p2)
290yards
from cn 13
Shown Here Alpaca with a Twist High-
lander (45% baby alpaca, 45% merino
11
wool, 8% microfiber, 2% viscose; 145 yd
[133m]/100 g): 9
#4012 Scots pine, 2 skeins
Gauge 20 sts and 21 rnds = 4" in cable 7
and rib patt.
Tools 5
Size 8 (5 mm): 29" circular (cir) needle
Marker (m) 3
Cable needle (cn)
Tapestry needle 1
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by Amy Palmer

L ined with needlefelted roving, these top-down slipper socks are worked both
flat and in the round, in a cozy knit-and-purl stripe pattern. Theyre sized for
men and women, and the foot length is adjustable.

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1 2 3 Row 3: K6, p42 (48).
Sizes 9 (10)" foot circumference, 10
(12)" leg circumference, and 9 (10)" long
from heel to toe (see Notes about sizing).
Foot length is adjustable.
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
320 yards
Shown Here Halcyon Botanica (100%
wool; 160yd [146 m]/113 g)
#32 blue (#47 olive), 2 skeins
Gauge 18 sts and 35 rows = 4" in welting
patt, unstretched; 19 sts and 26 rows = 4"
in St st.
Tools
Size 7 (4.5 mm)16" circular (cir) needles
and set of double-pointed (dpn) needles
Markers (m)
Tapestry needle
Spare dpn in same size (or smaller) as
main needles
Roving or fleece for lining (Halcyon
Marvelous Merino shown here)
Needlefelting needle and needlefelting
sponge/foam for holding behind work
Six " buttons.
Notes
L These slipper socks are worked with
positive ease to accommodate the
fiber lining. Choose the circumfer-
ence size closest to your actual foot
circumference. Work the foot at least
" longer than your actual foot length.
L If desired, use a longer circular needle
and work the slippers in the round
using the magic-loop method.
Stitch Guide
Welting Pattern in Rows:
Row 1 : (RS) Knit.
Rows 2 and 3: Purl.
Row 4: Knit.
Rep Rows 14 for patt.
Welting Pattern in Rounds:
Rnds 1 and 2: Purl.
Rnds 3 and 4: Knit.
Rep Rnds14 for patt.
Double Moss Stitch: (multiple of 4 sts)
Rnds 1 and 2: *P2, k2; rep from * to end.
Rnds 3 and 4: *K2, p2; rep from * to end.
Rep Rnds14 for patt.
Right Slipper
With cir needle, CO 48 (54) sts. Do
not join. Work welting patt in rows (see
Stitch Guide) as foll:
Row 1 : (RS) Knit. (First 6 sts make up the
buttonhole band.)
Row 2 : (WS) Purl.
Row 4: K42 (48), p6.
Rep Rows14 once more. Buttonhole row:
(RS) *K3, yo, k2tog, k1, work in patt to
end. Work in patt for 13 (15) more rows.
Rep from * once more. Rep Buttonhole
row. Work in patt for 7 more rows, ending
with Row4piece should measure about
5 (5)" from CO. Note: You can change to
dpn at this point or work on one long cir
needle. Joining rnd: (RS) Knit to last
6 sts, sl last 6 sts to spare dpn; with RS
still facing, fold piece into a tube with
sts on spare needle held behind first
6 sts (buttonhole band); place marker
(pm) for beg of rnd and *knit 1 st from
buttonhole band tog with 1 st from spare
needle; rep from * 5 more times, knit to
end of rnd42 (48) sts rem. Cont to
work in the rnd as foll: Work Rnds14 of
welting patt in rnds (see Stitch Guide) 2
times. Piece measures 1" from joining
rnd. Heel: Heel is worked over 21 (24)
sts. Turn piece and work short-rows (see
Glossary) as foll:
Short-Row 1: (WS) P20 (23), wrap next st,
turn.
Short-Row 2: (RS) K19 (22), wrap next st,
turn.
Short-Row 3: P18 (21), wrap next st, turn.
Short-Row 4: K17 (20), wrap next st, turn.
Cont to work 1 fewer st between wrapped
sts on every row; last row is worked as
foll:
Short-Row 16: (RS) K5 (8), wrap next st,
turn.
Pick up wrapped sts as foll:
Short-Row 17: (WS) P5 (8), purl wrapped st
and its wrap tog, wrap next st, turn.
Short-Row 18: K6 (9), knit wrapped st and
its wrap tog, wrap next st, turn.
Short-Row 19: P7 (10), purl wrapped st and
its 2 wraps tog, wrap next st, turn.
Short-Row 20: K8 (11), knit wrapped st and
its 2 wraps tog, wrap next st, turn.
Rep Short-Rows 19and 20, working
1 more st every row before picking up
double-wraps, until last row worked is:
Short-Row 32: (RS) K20 (23), knit wrapped
st and its 2 wraps tog, ending at original
beg of rnd; do not turn.
Foot:
Rnd 1 : Work welting patt in rnds over 21
(24) sts, pm, k3, work double moss st
(see Stitch Guide) over 16 (20) sts, k2.
First 21 (24) sts make up the instep and
last 21 (24) sts make up the sole.
Work in patt as established until foot
measures 2 (2)" less than total
desired length. Toe:
Rnd 1 : K1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts of instep,
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k2tog, k1, sl m, k1, ssk, knit to last 3 sts of
sole, k2tog, k14stsdecd.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rep last 2 rnds 6 (7) times more14
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(16) sts rem. Cut yarn, leaving a 12" tail.
Divide sts evenly between 2 needles and
use Kitchener st to grafttoe.
Left Slipper
With cir needle, CO 48 (54) sts. Do not
join. Work welting patt in rows as foll:
Row 1 : (RS) Knit. (Last 6 sts make up the
buttonhole band.)
Row 2 : (WS) Purl.
Row 3: P42 (48), k6.
Row 4: P6, k42 (48).
Rep Rows14 once more. Buttonhole
row: (RS) Work to last 6 sts, k1, ssk, yo,
k3. Work as for right slipper, with band
worked at end of RS rows, to Joining row,
ending with patt Row4. Joining row: (RS)
Knit to last 6 sts (buttonhole band sts);
sl last 6 sts to spare dpn; with RS still fac-
ing, fold piece into a tube with buttonhole
band sts on spare needle in front of first
6 sts of row; *knit 1 st from buttonhole
band tog with 1 st from cir needle; rep
from * 5 more times42 (48) sts rem.
Pm for beg of rnd and cont to work in the
rnd as foll: Work Rnds14 of welting patt
in rnds 2 times. Heel:
Short-Row 1: (RS) K20 (23), wrap next st,
turn.
Short-Row 2: (WS) P19 (22), wrap next st,
turn.
Cont as for right slipper, reversing RS and
WS rows, until last row worked is:
Short-Row 32: (WS) P20 (23), purl
wrapped st and its 2 wraps tog, ending at
original beg of rnd, wrap next st, turn.
Foot: Resume working in the rnd as foll:
Rnd 1 : K3, work double moss st over 16
(20) sts, k2, pm, work welting patt in
rnds over 21 (24) sts.
First 21 (24) sts make up the sole and last
21 (24) sts make up the instep. Complete
as for right slipper.
Finishing
Weave in ends. Turn slipper inside out.
Tear roving into wide strips roughly 10"
long. Using a felting needle, beg at toe,
lightly needlefelt roving into the slipper,
attaching roving to foot in 2" increments.
Cont needlefelting until foot and top
of foot are covered. Beg at heel, lightly
needlefelt roving into slipper leg. Turn
slipper right side out. Attach buttons to
leg, opposite buttonholes.
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Emerson Hat
Z Beginner Y
Thestitches,
Emerson Hat is worked flat in a pattern of knits, purls, and slipped
then whipstitched with a contrasting color for a visible seam.
Sizes 18 (20)" brim circumference
and 8 (9)" tall; shown in size 20"
Yarn #3 Light DK, about 160 yards
Shown Here Filatura di Crosa Zara
Plus (100%superwash merino; 77 yd
[70m]/50 g):
#28 charcoal gray (MC), 2 balls (see
Notes)
#12 camel (CC), about 3 yd (3.2 m)
Yarn distributed by Tahki-Stacy Charles
Inc.
Gauge 16 sts and 26 rows = 4" in double
rice st on larger needles; 18 sts = 4" in
double rice st on smaller needles
Tools
Size 6 (4 mm) needles
Size 7 (4.5 mm): straight and set of
double-pointed (dpn) needles
Markers (m)
Tapestry needle
Notes
L The sample hat used all of two balls
of yarn; consider purchasing an extra
ball for assurance.
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Stitch Guide
Double Rice Stitch in Rows: (even
number of sts)
Row 1 : (RS) Sl 1 kwise with yarn in back
(wyb), *k1, p1; rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 2 : Sl 1 pwise with yarn in front (wyf),
purl to end.
Row 3: Sl 1 kwise wyb, *p1, k1; rep from * to
last st, k1.
Row 4: Sl 1 pwise wyf, purl to end.
Rep Rows 14 for patt.
Double Rice Stitch in Rounds: (even
number of sts)
Rnd 1 : *K1, p1; rep from * around.
Rnd 2: Knit.
Rnd 3: *P1, k1; rep from * around.
Rnd 4: Knit.
Rep Rnds 14 for patt.
Hat
With CC and smaller needles, CO 84
(92) sts. Change to MC. Purl 1 row. Work
double rice st in rows (see Stitch Guide)
ending with a RS row. Change to larger
needles. Cont in patt until piece mea-
sures 6 (7)" from CO, ending with
Row 3. Do not turn. Change to dpn. Place
marker (pm) and join in the rnd. Shape
crown:
Rnd 1 : *K21 (23), pm; rep from * 3 more
times.
Rnd 2: *K1, ssk, work in double rice st in
rnds (see Stitch Guide) to 3 sts before m,
k2tog, k1; rep from * 3 more times8sts
decd.
Rep Rnd 2 every rnd 7 (8) more
times20 sts rem. Next rnd: *K1, sl 1
kwise, k2tog, psso, k1; rep from * 3 more
times12 sts rem. Next rnd: *K1, ssk; rep
from * 3 more times8 sts rem. Cut
yarn, thread tail through rem sts, and
fasten off.
Finishing
With CC threaded on a tapestry needle,
use whipstitch to sew seam. Cont whip-
stitch up along crown dec line to center
top of hat. Weave in loose ends. Block
hat as desired, taking care not to stretch
fabric beyond desired circumference.
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Bryony Cap

Z Easy Y
by Tammy Eigeman Thompson

S imple, chunky cables dress up a rustic hat with a deep ribbed brim. You
should be able to work in the round, work basic cable crosses, and shap-
ing. The yarn used here is a thick-and-thin worsted that knits up closer to
an Aran or chunky weight.

Cable Pattern: (multiple of 12 sts) around80 sts rem.

1 2
Size 22" brim circumference.
Yarn #4 Medium Aran, about 280 yards
Shown Here Manos del Uruguay Wool
Clsica Naturals (100% wool; 138 yd
[126m]/100g):
#702 gray, 2 skeins
Yarn distributed by Fairmount Fibers
Gauge 18 sts and 19 rows = 4" in cable patt;
16 sts and 19 rows = 4" in 11 rib (stretched)
Tools
Size 10 (6.5 mm) 16" circular (cir)
needles and set of double-pointed (dpn)
needles
Marker (m)
Cable needle (cn)
Tapestry needle
Rnds 14: Knit.
Rnd 5: *3/3 RC (see Stitch Guide), k6; rep
from * around.
Rnds 69: Knit.
Rnd 10 : *K6, 3/3 LC (see Stitch Guide);
rep from * around.
Rep Rnds110 for patt.
Hat
Brim: With cir needle, CO 88 sts. Place
marker (pm) and join in the rnd. Work in 11
rib (see Stitch Guide) until piece measures
4" from CO. Crown: *K11, M1; rep from *
around96 sts. Work Rnds 110 of cable
patt (see Stitch Guide) 2 timespiece
measures about 9" from CO. Shape crown,
changing to dpn when necessary:
Rnds 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11: Knit.
Rnd 2: *K1, ssk, k7, k2tog; rep from *
Rnd 4: *K1, ssk, k5, k2tog; rep from *
around64 sts rem.
Rnd 6: *K1, ssk, k3, k2tog; rep from *
around48 sts rem.
Rnd 8: *K1, ssk, k1, k2tog; rep from *
around32 sts rem.
Rnd 10 : *Ssk, k2tog; rep from *
around16sts rem.
Rnd 12 : [K2tog] around8 sts rem.
Cut yarn, leaving a 12" tail. Thread tail
onto tapestry needle and run through
rem sts. Cinch to close.
Finishing
Weave in all loose ends.
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Stitch Guide
3/3 RC: Sl 3 sts to cn and hold in back, k3,
k3 from cn.
3/3 LC: Sl 3 sts to cn and hold in front, k3,
k3 from cn.

11 Rib: (multiple of 2 sts)

Rnd 1 : *K1, p1; rep from * around.
Rep Rnd1 for patt.

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Ribby Slipper Socks
C athy Carron turns simple ribs into plush, striking texture with a chunky yarn
in these slipper socks. Cozy and comfortable, a clever construction makes the
socks easy to knit in five sizes, from toddler to adult.
1 2
Sizes 4 (4, 4, 6, 6)" foot circum-
ference and 6 (7, 9, 10, 12)" from tip
of toe to back of heel. To fit toddler (child,
small woman, large woman, man).
Yarn #6 Super Bulky and #4 Medium
Shown Here Blue Sky Alpacas
Bulky (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 45 yd
[41m]/100 g):
MC, 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) ball(s)
Blue Sky Alpacas Worsted Hand
Dyes (50% alpaca, 50% wool; 100 yd
[91 m]/100 g):
CC, 1ball (all sizes).
Shown in colors as foll:
Toddler:
MC: #1003 porcupine (light khaki)
CC: #2014 olive
Child:
MC: #1002 silver mink (light beige)
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by Cathy Carron
CC: #2007 light blue 7)" from toe tip. Leg opening: Working
Small woman (not shown): back and forth in rows, cont in 11 rib for
MC: #1003 porcupine (light khaki) 3 (3, 4, 4, 5)" morepiece measures
CC: #2001 dungaree blue 6 (7, 9, 10, 12)" from toe. Join back
Large woman: of heel: Place 9 (9, 9, 12, 12) sts onto
MC: #1001 lynx (medium khaki) each of 2 dpn. Holding these dpn parallel
CC: #2014 olive with RS tog, use the three-needle BO
Man: to join back of heel. Cuff: With smaller
MC: #1002 silver mink (light beige) dpn, CC, and RS facing, beg at top of
CC: #2001 dungaree blue heel seam, pick up and knit 36 (36, 40,
Gauge 15 sts and 15 rows = 4" in 11 rib 44, 48) sts around leg opening. Divide
with MC on larger needles, relaxed; 14 sts sts onto 3 dpn and join in the rnd. Work
and 23 rows = 4" in 22 rib with CC on in 22 rib for 4 (4, 5, 5, 5)". BO all sts
smaller needles, relaxed. loosely in rib. Weave in loose ends. With
Tools MC threaded on a tapestry needle, close
Size 11 (8 mm) set of double-pointed any rem hole at toe.
(dpn) needles
Size 8 (5 mm): set of 4 double-pointed Find Cathy Carron online:
(dpn) needles www.cathycarron.com.
Marker (m)
Tapestry needle
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Slipper
With MC and larger needles, CO 12 sts.
Divide sts evenly onto 3 dpn, place maker
(pm) to indicate beg of rnd, and join in
the rnd.
Rnd 1 : Knit.
Rnd 2: *K1, k1f&b; rep from *
around18 sts.
Rnd 3: Knit.
Sizes large woman and man only:
Rnd 4: *K2, k1f&b; rep from *
around24 sts.
Rnd 5: Knit.
All sizes:
Rnd 6: *K1, p1; rep from * around.
Rep Rnd 6 until piece measures 3 (4, 5, 6,
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Flash Mitts
Z Beginner Y

by Amy Polcyn

Agreat beginner project, these mitts are worked flat in an easy knit-and-
purl rib. Sew up the sides and leave a hole for the thumb and youre done!

Stitches from BO edge and one 212" below the

K2, P2 Rib: (multiple of 4 sts + 2)
Row 1 (RS) K2, *p2, k2; rep from * to end.
Row 2 (WS) P2, *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
Rep Rows 1 and 2 for patt.
Mitt (Make 2)
CO 34 sts. Work in k2, p2 rib (see
Stitches) for 7". BO all sts in rib (knitting
the knit sts and purling the purl sts as you
BO).
first. Rep on other edge. Fold mitt in
half lengthwise so that pins at each
edge match up. Use mattress st to sew
seam from CO edge to the lowest pin.
Leave the next 212" open for thumb
opening, then sew a seam from highest
pin to BO edge. Weave in all ends.
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www.amypolcyn.com.

Finishing
With one mitt laid flat, place 2 pins
along one side edge as foll: one 1" down

1"
1

Size 712" hand circumference (stretched) 212"

and 7" long
Yarn #4 Medium Worsted, about
210 yards
Shown Here Lornas Laces Green Line
Worsted (100% organic merino; 210 yd
[191 m]/100g):
#501 argyle (red/blue), 1 skein 312"
Gauge 18 sts and 25 rows = 4" in rib patt,
stretched
Tools
Size 8 (5 mm) needles
4 pins
Tapestry needle

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Tweed Scarflet

Z Beginner Y
by Sarah Fama

T his cowl is just a rectangle of knitting, all in garter stitch, with a simple accent of
four buttons to keep it closed. This is a great beginner project, consisting of knit
stitches, a short piece of knitting, and super-simple buttonholes.

project along to make sure that your
buttonholes can stretch enough to
accommodate the button diameter.
L Sometimes it can be difficult to find
buttons with eyes large enough to be
sewn with yarn. If thats the case, use
a regular sewing needle and matching
thread.
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Z holes, taking care to align the buttons
WS row, so next row will be on RS. But-
tonhole row (RS) K4, yo, k2tog, k12, ssk, yo,
k42 buttonholes; no change in st count.
Knit 31 rows, ending with a WS row.
Work buttonhole row once more. Knit 7
rows. BO all sts.
Finishing
Block to measurements. Sew buttons on
RS of scarflet, on end opposite button-
with the buttonholes. Weave in ends.

Scarflet Find Sarah Fama on Ravelry as Caryatid.

CO 24 sts. Beg with a RS row (mark this
side; see Notes), work in garter st (knit
every row) until piece measures 21" from
COabout 84 garter ridges. End with a
1

Size 5" wide and 26" long

yarnover (yo)
Yarn #4 Medium - Worsted, about
130 yards After knitting the stitch before the
Shown Here Berroco Blackstone Tweed yarnover, bring the yarn forward
(65% wool, 25% mohair, 10% angora; between the needle tips. When you
130 yd [119 m]/50 g): knit the next stitch, bring the yarn
#2637 plum island, 1 skein up and over the right-hand needle to
Gauge 18 sts and 32 rows (16 ridges) = 4" the back of the work again, ready to
in garter st knit the next stitch. The strand that
Tools travels over the top of the needle is
Size 7 (4.5 mm) needles the yarnover, and it counts as one
Tapestry needle stitch.
Four 34" buttons

Notes
L For ease of working, mark the right
side with a removable marker or piece
of yarn looped through the front of a
stitch.
L To count rows in garter stitch, count
purl ridges instead of individual rows.
One ridge equals two rows of knitting.
L When choosing buttons, bring your
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Insignia Shawl

Z Easy Y
by Cecily Glowik MacDonald

B egin with a long cast-on and decrease every row to make a wide and shallow
triangular shawl. Worked all in knit stitches, the stripe pattern is achieved by
changing needle sizes.

1 2

Size 18" at widest point (neck to lower

back point) and 69" long from end to end
Yarn #4 Medium Weight Worsted,
about 650 yards
Shown Here Brown Sheep Company
Cotton Fleece (80% cotton, 20%merino;
215 yd [197 m]/50g):
#CW-345 gold dust, 3 skeins
Gauge 14 sts and 26 rows = 4" in garter
stripe patt, alternating needle sizes, as
directed
Tools make it easier to see which side you as foll: Dec row K1, k2tog, knit to last 3 sts,
Size 7 (4.5 mm): 29" circular (cir) needle are working. ssk, k12 sts decd. Rep Dec row every
Size 10 (6.5 mm): 29" cir needle row 118 more times4 sts rem; piece
Tapestry needle Stitches should measure about 18" from CO.
Garter Stripe Pattern: Next row Ssk, k2tog2 sts rem. Next row
See the Glossary on page 92 for terms Rows 18 With larger needle, knit. K2tog1 st rem. Fasten off lastst.
Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
Z Rows 916 With smaller needle, knit.
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Rep Rows 116 for patt. Finishing
Weave in ends. Block to measurements.
Notes Shawl
L After you have worked a few rows, With larger needle, CO 242 sts. Work Find Cecily Glowik MacDonald online:
you may want to place a marker to Row 1 of garter stripe patt (see Stitches). www.cecilyam.wordpress.com.
indicate the right side of the fabric, to Cont in patt throughout and shape shawl

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Serpentine Cowl
Z Intermediate Y

by Angela Hahn

A slightly more advanced project, this cowl is worked in the round and calls for
chart reading and lace knitting. Patterning is worked every round, creating
rapid diagonal movement and revealing the bold motif in relatively little space.

9 sts before m, k2tog, k2, yo, k1, k2tog,

k1, p1, sl m; rep from * around12 sts
decd. Rep Dec rnd every rnd 3 more
times132sts rem. Work Rnds 120 of
Serpentine chart once, then rep Rnds114
once more.
Dec Rnd 1 : *K5, ssk, k2, k2tog, k3, k2tog,
k5, p1; rep from * around114sts rem.
Dec Rnd 2: *Ssk, p1, [p2tog] 2 times, k2tog,
k1, ssk, p1, p2tog, p1, k2tog, k1; rep from *
around72 sts rem.
Next rnd : *K1, p3, k2; rep from * around.
Rep last rnd 5 more times. BO all sts
loosely in patt.
1 2 3
Finishing
Size 16" top circumference, 27" bot- Weave in ends. Block to measurements.
tom circumference, and 8" high.
Yarn #4 Medium Aran, about 300 yards Find Angela Hahn online:
Shown Here Cascade Yarns Cash www.knititude.com.
Vero (55%merino extrafine wool, 33%
microfiber acrylic, 12% cashmere; 98 yd
[90m]/50g):
#026 burgundy, 3 skeins. Serpentine
Gauge 19 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st;
22 sts and 29 rows = 4" in chart patt. knit 19
Tools
Size 8 (5 mm): 20" circular (cir) needles purl
17
Markers (m)
15
Tapestry needle. yo
13
See the Glossary on page 92 for terms
Z you dont know. For our master glossary,
visit KnittingDaily.com/glossary.
Z k2tog
11

ssk 9

Cowl k3tog
7
CO 180 sts. Place marker (pm) and join
in the rnd. 5
sssk
Rnd 1 : *K1, p3, k2; rep from * around, pm 3
after every 30th st around (after every
pattern repeat
5th patt rep). 1
Rnds 27: Work in rib patt as established. 22 st repeat
Dec rnd : *K1, ssk, k1, yo, k2, ssk, knit to

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k1f&b knit into front and back of same st

want more
k2tog knit two stitches together
kwise knitwise
LC left cross
m(s) marker(s)
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p purl right-hand side.
p1f&b purl into front and back of same st
p2tog purl two stitches together
patt(s) pattern(s) 2 (3, 4, 5) Stitch One-Row Buttonhole
pm place marker
Work to where you want the buttonhole to begin, bring yarn to front, slip one purl-
psso pass slipped stitch over
wise, bring yarn to back (Figure 1). *Slip one purlwise, pass first slipped stitch over
p2sso pass two slipped stitches over second; repeat from * one (two, three, four) more time(s). Place last stitch back on
pwise purlwise left needle (Figure 2), turn. Cast on three (four, five, six) stitches as follows: *Insert
RC right cross right needle between the first and second stitches on left needle, draw up a loop,
rem remain(s); remaining and place it on the left needle (Figure 3); repeat from * two (three, four, five) more
rep repeat; repeating times, turn. Bring yarn to back, slip first stitch on left needle onto right needle and
rev St st reverse stockinette stitch pass last cast-on stitch over it (Figure 4), work to end of row.
rib ribbing
rnd(s) round(s)
RS right side
rev sc reverse single crochet
sc single crochet
sk skip Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4
sl slip
sl st slip stitch (sl 1 st pwise unless otherwise
indicated)
ssk slip 1 kwise, slip 1 kwise,
k2 sl sts tog tbl (decrease) Backward-Loop Cast-On
ssp slip 1 kwise, slip 1 kwise, p2 sl sts tog tbl *Loop working yarn as shown and place it on needle
(decrease) backward (with right leg of loop in back of needle).
st(s) stitch(es) Repeat from *.
St st stockinette stitch
tbl through back loop
tog together
Cable Cast-On
WS wrong side
If there are no established stitches, begin with a slipknot, knit one stitch in slipknot and
wyb with yarn in back
slip this new stitch to left needle. *Insert right needle between first two stitches on left
wyf with yarn in front
needle (Figure 1). Wrap yarn as if to knit. Draw yarn through to complete stitch (Figure 2)
yo yarn over and slip this new stitch to left needle as shown (Figure 3). Repeat from *.
* repeat starting point (i.e., repeat from *)
** repeat all instructions between asterisks
() alternate measurements
and/or instructions
[] instructions that are to be worked as a
group a specified number of times Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3

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Emily Ockers Circular Beginning Long-Tail Cast-On

Make a simple loop of yarn with the short end hanging down
(Figure 1). With a crochet hook, *draw a loop through main loop,
then draw another loop through this loop (Figure2). Repeat from
* for each stitch to be cast on (Figure 3). After several inches have
been worked, pull on the short end (shown by arrow) to tighten
the loop and close the circle.
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3
Leaving a long tail (about 12" to 1" [1.3 to 2.5 cm] for each
stitch to be cast on), make a slipknot and place on right
needle. Place thumb and index finger of left hand between
yarn ends so that working yarn is around index finger and tail
end is around thumb. Secure ends with your other fingers and
hold palm upward, making a V of yarn (Figure 1). Bring needle
up through loop on thumb (Figure 2), grab first strand around
index finger with needle, and go back down through loop on
thumb (Figure 3). Drop loop off thumb and, placing thumb
back in V configuration, tighten resulting stitch on needle
(Figure 4).

I-Cord (Applied)
When attaching to an edge without live stitches: With double-
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4
pointed needle, cast on number of stitches directed in pattern.
With right side of garment facing, *pick up and knit one stitch
from edge, slide stitches to opposite end of double-pointed
needle, knit to last two stitches, knit two together through the
back loop; repeat from * for I-cord.
Make 1 (M1) Increases
Left Slant (M1L) and Standard M1 With left needle tip, lift
strand between needles
from front to back
(Figure 1). Knit lifted
loop through the back
Kitchener Stitch (St st Grafting) Figure 1 (Figure 2).
Step 1: Bring threaded needle
through front stitch as if Figure 2
to purl and leave stitch on
needle. Right Slant (M1R) With left needle tip, lift
Step 2: Bring threaded needle strand between needles
through back stitch as if from back to front
to knit and leave stitch on (Figure 1). Knit lifted loop
needle. through the front
Step 3: Bring threaded needle through first front stitch as if to Figure 1
(Figure 2).
knit and slip this stitch off needle. Bring threaded needle
through next front stitch as if to purl and leave stitch on Figure 2
needle.
Step 4: Bring threaded needle through first back stitch as if to purl Purl (M1P)
(as illustrated), slip this stitch off, bring needle through next For purl versions, work as above, purling lifted loop.
back stitch as if to knit, leave this stitch on needle.
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until no stitches remain on needles.

Mattress Stitch Seam

With RS of knitting facing, use
threaded needle to pick up one
Knitted Cast-On bar between first two stitches
Place slipknot on left needle if there are no established stitches. on one piece (Figure 1), then
*With right needle, knit into first stitch (or slipknot) on left nee- corresponding bar plus the bar
dle (Figure 1) and place new stitch onto left needle (Figure 2).
above it on other piece (Figure 2).
Repeat from *, always knitting into last stitch made. Figure 1 Figure 2
*Pick up next two bars on first
piece, then next two bars on other
(Figure 3). Repeat from * to end of seam, fin-
ishing by picking up last bar (or pair of bars) at
the top of first piece.
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3

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glossary

Provisional Cast-On Ssp (Single Decrease)

Place a loose slipknot
on needle held in your
right hand. Hold waste
yarn next to slipknot and
around left thumb; hold
Holding yarn in front,
slip two stitches knit-
wise one at a time onto
right needle (Figure1).
Figure 1 Figure 2
Slip them back onto left Figure 1

working yarn over left needle and purl the two

index finger. *Bring needle forward under waste yarn, over stitches together through Figure 2

working yarn, grab a loop of working yarn (Figure 1), then bring
needle to the front, over both yarns, and grab a second loop
(Figure2). Repeat from *. When youre ready to use the cast-on
stitches, pick out waste yarn to expose live stitches.
Short-Rows (Knit Side)
Work to turning point, slip next stitch purlwise (Figure 1), bring the
yarn to the front, then slip the same stitch back to the left needle
(Figure 2), turn the work around and bring the yarn in position
for the next stitchone stitch has been wrapped and the yarn
is correctly positioned to work the next stitch. When you come
to a wrapped stitch on a subsequent knit row, hide the wrap by
working it together with the wrapped stitch as follows: Insert right
needle tip under the wrap from the front (Figure 3), then into the
stitch on the needle, and work the stitch and its wrap together as a
singlestitch.
Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3
back loops (Figure 2).
Standard Bind-Off
This is the most common, and for many knitters, the only
method for binding off. Use this method for edges that will
be sewn into seams or finished in some way (such as stitches
being picked up and knitted). Slip 1 stitch, *knit 1 stitch, insert
left needle tip into first stitch on right needle, pass this stitch
over the second stitch, and off the needle1 stitch remains on
right needle and 1 stitch has been bound off. Repeat from *.
Three-Needle Bind-Off
Place stitches to be joined onto two
separate needles. Hold them with right
sides of knitting facing together. Insert a
third needle into first stitch on each of the
other two needles and knit them together
as one stitch. *Knit next stitch on each
needle the same way. Pass first stitch over
second stitch. Repeat from * until one stitch remains on third
needle. Cut yarn and pull tail through last stitch.

Tubular Cast-On for K1, P1 Rib (Even Number of Stitches)

Leaving a tail as for long-tail cast-on, make a slipknot on right
Short-Rows (Purl Side)
needle (counts as the first purl stitch). Insert your left thumb
Work to the turning point, slip the next stitch purlwise to the
and index finger between two strands, with tail end on thumb
right needle, bring the yarn to the back of the work (Figure 1),
side. To create the next knit stitch (Figure 1), bring needle
return the slipped stitch to the left needle, bring the yarn to the
toward you, under front strand, up between strands, over back
front between the needles (Figure2), and turn the work so that
strand to grab it and pull it under front strand to make loop
the knit side is facingone stitch has been wrapped and the
on needle. To create the next purl stitch (Figures 2 and 3), take
yarn is correctly positioned to knit the next stitch. To hide the
needle away from you, over both strands, under both strands,
wrap on a subsequent purl row, work to the wrapped stitch, use
up to grab front strand and pull it under back strand to make
the tip of the right needle to pick up the wrap from the back,
loop on needle. Continue alternating knit and purl stitches,
place it on the left needle (Figure 3), then purl it together with
ending with a knit stitch. Turn work. Keeping strands crossed
the wrapped stitch.
to preserve the last cast-on stitch, work 1 row as foll: *p1, k1;
rep from * to end.

Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3

Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3

Ssk (Single Decrease)

Slip two stitches knitwise
one at a time (Figure 1). Whipstitch
Insert point of left needle With right side of work facing and working
into front of two slipped Figure 1 one stitch in from the edge, bring threaded
stitches and knit them needle out from back to front along edge of
together with right needle knitted piece.
(Figure 2). Figure 2

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 project index

Alameda Cowl Lodi Cardigan Victor Shawl East Hale Cardigan Brazel Beret
Page 06 Page 08 Page 10 Page 12 Page 18

Grand Palais Shawl A Sign Of Affection Hat Manganese Cowl Amplified Cowl Solstice Scarf
Page 20 Page 22 Page 24 Page 26 Page 28

Waved Wrap Mountain Ash Pullover Oana Shawl Knuckle Down Mitts Big Thompson Scarf
Page 30 Page 36 Page 38 Page 42 Page 44

Veronica Slouch Wavy Lace Capelet Leadville Cowl Threes a Charm Tam Ambrosia Cowl
Page 46 Page 50 Page 52 Page 54 Page 60

Flamboyant Shawl Mixt Cowl Overdyed Ragg Scarf Amstel Hat Nederland Circle Scarf
Page 62 Page 64 Page 66 Page 68 Page 70

Amys Slippers Emerson Hat Bryony Cap Ribby Slipper Socks Flash Mitts
Page 72 Page 74 Page 76 Page 78 Page 80

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Tweed Scarflet Insignia Shawl Serpentine Cowl
Page 82 Page 84 Page 86

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