15 Free Cute Knitting Patterns for Every Season
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• 1 • 15 Free Cute Knitting Patterns for Every Season Copyright © 2015 by Prime Publishing LLC All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, without written permission from the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles and reviews. Trademarks are property of their respective holders. When used, trademarks are for the benefit of the trademark owner only. Published by Prime Publishing LLC, 3400 Dundee Road, Northbrook, IL 60062 – www.primecp.com Free Knitting Projects Free Crochet Projects Free Quilt Projects Free Craft Projects Free Sewing Projects Free Crochet Afghan Patterns Free Christmas Crafts Free Jewelry Projects Free Holiday Craft Projects Free DIY Wedding Ideas Free Kids’ Crafts Free Paper Crafts • 2 • Letter from the Editors Dear Knitters, Despite what others might think, knitting isn’t just for winter. There are plenty of gorgeous, light, and lacy patterns that can also be made during the warmer months, and all the months in between. As a dedicated knitter, if you’re not knitting now, you’re likely to either be thinking about your next project or searching for more projects to add to your queue. If this describes you, then you’ll love this collection of 15 Free Cute Knitting Patterns for Every Season. As the title suggests, this eBook features patterns for all the seasons: spring, summer, winter, and fall. You’ll have projects to keep you busy all year ‘round. For more free knitting patterns, videos and tips, visit www.AllFreeKnitting.com. Happy Knitting, The Editors of AllFreeKnitting www.AllFreeKnitting.com • 3 • Contents Spring Patterns .................................................................................................... 5 Eyelet Knit Top ..................................................................................................................... 5 Thrifty Market Bag ............................................................................................................... 7 Crossover Knit Top ............................................................................................................... 9 Lovely Tulip Dishcloth......................................................................................................... 13 Summer Patterns ............................................................................................. 15 Lacy Summer Poncho ......................................................................................................... 15 Lacy Butter Wrap ................................................................................................................ 17 Radiance Knit Throw .......................................................................................................... 19 Easy Poncho Pattern .......................................................................................................... 21 Fall Patterns ........................................................................................................ 23 Two Hours or Less Scarf ..................................................................................................... 23 Stylish Cable Scarf .............................................................................................................. 24 Short-Sleeved Hooded Sweater ......................................................................................... 25 Cable Pull-Through Wrap ................................................................................................... 28 Winter Patterns ................................................................................................. 30 Hooded Cable Cardigan ...................................................................................................... 30 Basic Pullover ..................................................................................................................... 35 Classic Drape Sweater ........................................................................................................ 39 • 4 • Spring Patterns Eyelet Knit Top By Bernat Knit a feminine top with lacy eyelet rib and cap sleeves with this free knitting pattern. Knit in only two pieces, this lightweight top is perfect as the days warm up. The soft yarn is a mixture of natural cotton and corn. The sweater design on a short-sleeved shirt is a technique used by far too few knitting patterns, so seize the day and knit this top! Materials • Yarn: Bernat Cot’n Corn (60 g / 2.1 oz) – 5 (5-6-6-7-8) balls of #19244 (Avocado) • Knitting needles: Sizes 4 mm (U.S. 6) and 4.5 mm (U.S. 7) or size needed to obtain gauge Gauge: 20 sts and 26 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] with larger needles in stocking st. Measurements: Finished bust: XS/S (M-L-XL-2/3XL-4XL) 36 (40-44-48-55-63) ins [91.5 (101.5-112-122-139.5-160) cm]. • 5 • Instructions BACK and FRONT (make alike) With Pat across center 55 sts for 6 more smaller needles, cast on 91 (101-111- rows. 121-137-157) sts. 1st row: (RS). K1. *P1. K1. Rep from * to Shape neck: end of row. Rep last row of Seed St Pat 7 Next row: (RS). Pat 18 (23-28-33-41-51) times more. sts. Seed St Pat next 7 sts. Cast off center 41 sts. Change to larger needles. Seed St Pat next 7 sts (including st after 1st row: (RS). P2 (1-6-5-1-5). *K3. P3. cast off). Pat 18 (23-28-33-41-51) sts. Rep from *, ending last rep with P2 (1-6- 5-1-5). Cont in pat on last 25 (30-35-40-48-58) 2nd and alt rows: K2 (1-6-5-1-5). *P3. sts, working Seed St Pat across 7 sts at K3. Rep from *, ending last rep with K2 neck edge until neck measures 4 ½” (1-6-5-1-5). [11.5 cm], ending with a RS row. 3rd row: P2 (1-6-5-1-5). *yrn. Sl1. K2tog. psso. yrn, P3. Rep from *, ending last Shape shoulder: Cast off 8 (10-12-13-16- rep with P2 (1-6-5-1-5). 19) sts beg next and following alt row. 5th row: P2 (1-6-5-1-5). *K1. yfwd. Sl1. Work 1 row even. Cast off rem 9 (10-11- K1. psso. P3. Rep from *, ending last rep 14-16-20) sts. With WS facing, join yarn with P2 (1-6-5-1-5). to rem sts and work to correspond to 6th row: As 2nd row. other side, reversing all shapings. Rep last 6 rows for pat until work from beg measures approx. 18 (18 ½ -19-19- FINISHING 20-21)” [45.5 (47-48-48-51-53.5) cm], Sew shoulder seams. Place markers on ending with 6th row of pat. side edges 8 (8 ½-9-9-10-11)” [20.5-23- 23-25.5-28) cm] down from shoulder Place pat for neck shaping: seams. 1st row: (RS). Pat 18 (23-28-33-41-51) sts. K55. Pat 18 (23-28-33-41-51) sts. With RS of work facing and smaller 2nd row: Pat 18 (23-28-33-41-51) sts. needles, pick up and K67 (71-75-75-79- (K1. P1) 27 times. K1. Pat 18 (23-28-33- 83) sts evenly between markers. Work 7 41-51) sts. Seed St Pat is now in rows in Seed St Pat as given for Back position. Cont in pat, working Seed St and Front. Cast off in pat. Sew side and armband seams. • 6 • Thrifty Market Bag By Lily Sugar ’n Cream This bag is small enough to keep tucked away when you’re not using it, but large enough to expand and fit all your groceries. This free knitting pattern is easy to make and totally practical for everyday use. It also looks chic and adorable, so it can live in the kitchen when not in use and not look ugly against the décor. Materials • Lily® Sugar’n Cream® (Ombres 340 g/12 oz) – 1 ball • Knitting needles: sizes 4 mm (U.S. 6) and 10 mm (U.S. 15) or size needed to obtain gauge. Gauge: 21 sts and 27 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] with smaller needles in stocking st. Measurements: Approx 15 ins [38 cm] long, excluding handles. • 7 • Instructions Body: With smaller needles, cast on 24 sts. Knit 5 rows, noting 1st row is WS. 6th row: (RS). *(K1. P1. K1) in next st. Rep from * to end of row. 72 sts. Change to larger needles and proceed as follows: 1st row: (WS). Sl1. Purl to end of row. 2nd row: Sl1. *K2tog. Do not slip sts off needle. K2togtbl into same sts. Slip 2 sts off needle – Cluster 2tog made. Rep from * to last st. K1. 3rd row: Sl1. Purl to end of row. 4th row: Sl1. K1. *Cluster 2tog. Rep from * to last 2 sts. K2. 5th row: As 3rd row. Rep 2nd to 5th rows until work from beg measures 18 ins [45.5 cm], ending with a WS row. Change to smaller needles and proceed as follows: Next row: (RS). (K3tog) 24 times. 24 sts. Knit 5 rows. Cast off. Handles: With RS of work facing and smaller needles, pick up and knit 30 sts along side of bag. Cast on 80 sts. 110 sts in total. Knit 6 rows. Cast off knitwise (WS). Rep for other side. Sew sides of each handle). • 8 • Crossover Knit Top By Bernat This pretty, feminine top features a crossover V-neckline, lace detail, and flattering empire waist. This particular knitting pattern can be adjusted from size XS to 5XL and the suggested yarn is a soft, natural blend of corn and cotton in a simple gray. You can wear it either on its own or with a long-sleeved shirt beneath for added warmth. Materials • Bernat Cot’n Corn (60 g/2.1 oz) 19128 (Water) Sizes XS/S (M-L-XL-2/3XL-4/5XL) – 6 (7-7-8-9-9) balls • Knitting needles: Sizes 4 mm (U.S. 6) and 4.5 mm (U.S. 7) or size needed to obtain gauge. Size 4 mm (U.S. 6) circular knitting needle 36” [90 cm] long for edging. • 1 st. holder. Gauge: 20 sts and 26 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] with larger needles in stocking st. • 9 • Measurements: Finished bust: XS/S 36” [91.5 cm] M 39” [99 cm] L 43” [109 cm] XL 47” [119.5 cm] 2/3XL 55” [139.5 cm] 4/5XL 63” [160cm] Instructions BACK **With smaller needles, cast on 104 Next row: (WS). Purl, dec 14 (13-14-15- (111-122-133-148-170) sts. 10-12) sts evenly across. 90 (98-108- Work 10 rows in garter st (knit every 118-138-158) sts,** Change to smaller row) noting 1st row is WS. needles and work 10 rows in garter st. Change to larger needles and proceed in Change to larger needles and proceed in stocking st for 26 (28-28-32-34-38) pat as follows: rows, ending with a purl row. 1st row: (WS). Purl. 2nd row: K5 (3-3-3-5-5). *P3. K2tog. Shape armholes: Cast off 6 (8-9-10-9- yfwd. K6. Rep from *, ending last rep 12) sts beg next 2 (2-2-2-4-4) rows.