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FREE NEW AMERICAN KNITS: CLASSIC SPORTSWEAR PATTERNS PDF Amy Christoffers | 128 pages | 25 Jul 2014 | Interweave Press Inc | 9781620330999 | English | Loveland, CO, United States 13 Top Lace Knitting Patterns Different colors and yarn textures make very different scarves and for those who are a little more adventurous in their knitting, exciting patterns can really bring about that special touch to perfect your personal look. In this article we have assembled a collection of various scarves. Some are quick and easy, while others may require a little more patience and skill, but they are all much more than just a piece of clothing to keep you warm. Knit one for yourself or knit for friends and family, as you are sure to get lots of compliments on your creativity. So there you go, plenty of inspiration to renew your wardrobe. Now you just have to pick whichever pattern is right for your style, get out those knitting needles, and have fun! Go to the next page to warm up with the simple sparkle scarf. Knit in simple garter stitch, this easy-to-make scarf can be completed in just a couple of evenings. The sparkling yarn is irresistible in all colors. You'll be amazed at how New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns different looks you New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns achieve just by changing the yarn. Don't be afraid to experiment! Binding off -- BO. Casting on -- CO. Garter stitch. Knit stitch -- k. Weaving in yarn tails. Exact gauge is not important; scarf can be slightly wider or narrower. Yarn: yards m medium weight mohair blend yarn with glitz or use 2 yarns held together as 1, yards m mohair blend and yards m glitzy thread or thin yarn. We used: Trendsetter Yarns Dune: red 91, 2 balls red scarf ; blue 39, 2 balls blue scarf ; green 93, 2 balls green scarf. Cast on 20 stitches, leaving 4" 10cm tail. Work in garter stitch knit every row until scarf measures about 52" cmor keep knitting until just enough yarn remains to bind off all stitches and secure yarn tail about 4 times New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns scarf width plus 6 inches [15cm]. Bind off all stitches loosely; try to match the same elasticity as the cast-on edge. Cut yarn, leaving 4" 10cm tail. Thread tapestry needle and weave through bound-off stitches to secure. Weave in yarn tail at cast-on edge in same manner. There may come a time when temptation has won and you've collected far more yarn than you can knit in the near future. You must store it properly so it will be ready when you are. Sunlight, mildew, and moths are the three major enemies of yarn. Store extra yarn away from direct sunlight so it won't fade. Avoid mildew by making sure the yarn is completely dry before you store it and by allowing enough air to circulate in the storage box. Use a cardboard box with a loose-fitting lid or a New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns storage box with the lid partially off or you can drill a few holes in the box. To discourage the third enemy, moths, cedar blocks or sachets are a nicer-smelling option than mothballs. This dazzling scarf is a bold and beautiful fashion statement. Best of all, large needles make the ribbon yarn incredibly quick and easy to knit! Change to garter stitch knit every row until piece measures approximately 50 inches cm. New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns 1 row. Knit final row. Bind off. Weave in loose ends. N ote: It may help to use open stitch New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns to identify where you want to place the New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns beforehand. Cut 60 strands of yarn, each 18 inches Divide the strands into 12 groups, each with 5 fringe strands. It is very important to make sure you are inserting the crochet hook above the second row -- otherwise, the weight of the fringe will not be supported. Fold the 5 fringe strands in half and hold cut ends together to create a loop. Place loop on hook and pull it halfway through the knitted piece. New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns hook still in place, pull cut ends of fringe through the loop to make knot. Pull fringe ends to tighten. Repeat fringing at the opposite end of the scarf. Trim all fringes to 8 inches If confetti sounds like fun and good times, then popcorn is a definite must! The New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns scarf pattern is for the popcorn scarf. A traditional vertically striped scarf takes a quirky twist with poufs of color that "pop" out of the pattern. Very quick to knit, this scarf is all about fun. Yarn: Single-color bulky yarn, about yards m ; super bulky yarn with colored flecks, about 86 yards 79m. With yarn A, cast on stitches. Knit 4 rows. Knit 1 more row with yarn A. Bind off all stitches. Now we've looked at a few new and funky scarf designs, so perhaps it is time to try out the most classic of scarf designs, the striped scarf. For a splash of color, this simple ribbed scarf is great for kids and grown-ups alike! It's also just the thing for showing team spirit: Choose your favorite team's colors, and everyone will know you're a fan. Row 1: Knit first stitch through back loop, knit 2, purl 2 across row until 3 stitches remain, knit 2, bring yarn to front of work and slip last stitch purlwise. Row 2: Knit first stitch through back loop, New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns 2, knit 2 across row until 3 stitches remain, purl 2, bring yarn to front of work and slip last stitch purlwise. Repeat the row color sequence 5 more times, then work rows Scarf should measure about 83" cm. Bind off in pattern. There are 7 fringe groups across each short end of the scarf. You will need 84 strands total 28 of each coloreach 12 inches Separate the strands into 14 fringe groups, New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns with 6 strands 2 of each color. Fold 6 fringe strands in half and hold cut ends together to create a loop. Trim all fringes to 5 inches Would you like to learn how to make a scarf that is just a little different from the rest? Go to the next page to get the free pattern for a braided scarf. When working thin stripes, carry unused yarn up the side so you have fewer ends to weave in when you're done knitting. Braiding adds another dimension to an otherwise very simple pattern. Choose a soft yarn -- it will follow the curves of the braid better than a stiffer one. Row 2: Slip first stitch knitwise, purl 1, knit 1 to end of row, ending with a purl stitch. Lay the 3 single-ribbed strips next to each other on a flat surface. With threaded tapestry needle, use mattress stitch to sew the strips together along the inside edges for 1" 2. Sew the unbraided strip ends together using mattress stitch along the inside edges for 1" 2. For each fringe, cut three 11" 28cm pieces of yarn 54 fringe strands total. Fold 3 fringe strands in half and hold cut ends together to create a loop. Trim all fringes to 5" 10cm. Different-size needles and more than one yarn transform a simple garter stitch into an New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns texture and design. Create the New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns by leaving a tail at the beginning and end of every row and tying on a new piece of yarn. Begin with a size 7 needle, then switch needle sizes at the beginning of every row, alternating between size 7 and size Row 1: Tie a new piece of yarn A to the tail, leaving a 7" 18cm tail. Knit across. Cut the yarn, leaving a 7" 18cm tail at the end. Continue in this manner, following the scarf pattern, each time leaving a 7" 18cm tail at the beginning and end of the row. For a little more warmth, go to the next page and try a great tube scarf made with soft and fuzzy yarn. Try using scrap yarn from other projects to make this scarf. Because much of its appeal comes from the differing weights and colors of yarn, you can stretch your imagination to create any combo you like. This beautiful tube scarf offers not one, but three great options: Toss it on as a regular scarf, wrap it around your neck as a lovely cowl, or pull it over your head to wear as a hood. Use thin, fuzzy yarns on big circular needles for maximum stretch. Cast on 33 stitches very loosely and join into a circle, taking care not to twist stitches. Knit each round until scarf measures 56" cm. Cut yarn, leaving about a 20" 61cm tail. Bind off by threading New American Knits: Classic Sportswear Patterns yarn tail onto a tapestry needle and pulling it through each live stitch as if making backward sewing stitch. Free Knitting Patterns | HowStuffWorks When you're just starting to learn to knit, it can be difficult to know how to read a knitting pattern. They often seem to be written in code, full of abbreviations that the pattern just assumes you know the meaning of and terms that can be difficult to decode.