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CK11D 8x10.75.indd 1 2/9/11 3:00 PM Uploaded by The Knitter Editor’s Letter Many of us are ready to embrace summertime now that the days CreativeKnittingMagazine.com are lengthening once again. We anticipate Executive Editor Kara Gott Warner Editor Barb Bettegnies Art Director Brad Snow continuing our knitting projects, but perhaps Publishing Services Director Brenda Gallmeyer Editorial Assistants Jill Case, Laurie Lehman with lighter, summery yarns. Assistant Art Director Nick Pierce Copy Supervisor Deborah Morgan Copy Editors Emily Carter, Amanda Scheerer Technical Editors Charlotte Quiggle, E.J. Slayton, We are ready to pack up our woolly sweaters and accessories, Kathy Wesley Technical Artist Debera Kuntz gently washing and drying them to keep them safe until the Production Artist Supervisor Erin Augsburger Graphic Artists Debby Keel, Edith Teegarden snow falls again. Now we can add linen, cotton, silk and blended Production Assistants Marj Morgan, Judy Neuenschwander yarns for lighter, cooler knitwear. Photography Supervisor Tammy Christian Photography Matt Bowen, Matthew Owen, Shane Pequignot In this issue, we have many new designs to tempt you to cast Photography Assistant John Ruzich Photo Stylists Tammy Liechty, Tammy Steiner on for projects to fit into your busy lives. Gwen Bortner’s City Makeup Artist/Hair Stylist Amy Isch [email protected] Swing jacket features her unique slant on entrelac knitting— Chief Executive Officer David McKee Publisher Mike Klansek this one is going into my personal queue. Nancy Rieck has a VP Product Michele Fortune VP Marketing Greg Deily spring coat, Newbury Street, made to order for this time of year. Magazine Marketing Director Scott Moss Newsstand Consultant Angelo Gandino You’ll see a trendy, graceful look to many of the May designs. 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Timeless Chic 15 Vintage Paris Jacket Stand out in your crowd with a vibrant piece that leaves no doubt: Spring is in the air! 18 Easy Does It A flattering empire tunic is graced with a simple lace stitch on the lower section. 20 Green With Envy This may be your grab-and-go favorite as spring comes to your locale. 22 Newbury Street Lace sleeves and a matching scarf make this coat perfect 38 Go With the Flow for spring. Camisole Keep the layers smooth and 26 Drop-Stitch Delight polished with a modest cami Urban professionals choose to pair with the vest. soft, natural looks to update their wardrobes. Simply Intertwined Wonderful Elegance 41 Timeless Tunic Sleek lines make a powerful 29 Singular Sensation statement when the color 36 Add a lace panel for dramatic announces your arrival. interest and put the focus on your face. 42 Picasso Cardigan Flirty lines gently emphasize 32 and a Side of Lace your playful nature so Keep the knitting simple, but beautifully. deliver an unexpected touch of lace on the sides. 46 Elephant Baby Toy Our adorable toy rattle will 36 Ebb & Flow Vest amuse a teething baby Long and layered is the trend for hours. this season, and here is the place to make your move. 48 Summer Time-Out Throw Quickly knit a light shawl/ throw to ward off those 50 airliner chills. Continued on page 8 Uploaded by The Knitter 6 Creative Knitting may 2011 26 House of New!from White Birches SimplyCircular Circular Knitting Essentials

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Uploaded by The Knitter Keycode CK2311 60 articles of interest 11 Experience Tuscany 58 Take a Tuscan knitting trip 64 with Y2Knit. 50 Log Cabin Throw 30 Shaped Lace Panels 70 For Eternity Wrap & Pillow Lace panels can create Any member of the wedding Love the look of a quilt with many looks; read how party would love to wear this a knitted version in easy-knit to design with this element opulent shawl. garter stitch. which was used to create Singular Sensation. 72 Enchanted Wrist Purse 52 Rounds of Ruffles For her special day, gift the Arrange all your beach bride with a dainty little necessities in our frolicking 60 Stripe Trimmed bag for her handkerchief bag that brings its own waves. Pullover or lip gloss. Is there a crisper look than black on white stripes? We 74 Ring Bearer’s Pillow Graphic love the graphic look. Present the symbols of eternal love on this pillow, to keep as a Effects I Thee Wed reminder of your special day. 55 Caribbean Nights Dance the night away in a flirty 63 Ella’s Evening Gloves top made to shimmer and shine. For the bride or the wedding DEPARTMENTS party, fingerless gloves impart 58 City Swing a special flair. Editor’s Letter, 4 Take a seasonal journey with Creative Letters, 5 a swing jacket that’s right for 64 Perfection Book Reviews, 10 town or country living. Create a wearable memory Fresh Picked Knits, 12 in this sumptuous and Knit Techniques, 92 versatile piece. Yarn & Notions Resource Guide, 93 Knitting Class, 94 66 a Dainty Duo Bolero Standard Abbreviations, 95 66 & Headband Standard Yarn Weight System, 95 Little girls love soft and sweet Skill Levels, 95 things; she’ll wear these long Crochet Class, 97 after strewing petals at In This Issue, 98 your wedding.

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Modern Top-Down Knit Kimono Too: Knitting: Sweaters, Simple Designs Dresses, Skirts & to Mix, Match + Accessories Inspired Layer by the Techniques of (Interweave Press, Barbara G. Walker $26.95) (Stewart, Tabori & Chang, By Vicki Square $27.50) By Kristina McGowan The 20 flattering designs in this book Fans of knitting legend Barbara are inspired by the G. Walker will experience a classic kimono little thrill when they read the shape and other subtitle of this book. Designer Asian-inspired garments. Use lovely colorways Kristina McGowan spent time studying Walker’s classic Knitting and stitch patterning to knit the simplest shapes to From the Top in an attempt to educate herself about top-down create an amazing variety of classic and comfortable construction, which allows the knitter to try on the garment as it wear-to-work sweaters. Designer Vicki Square calls is knit and to create a custom fit. Modern Top-Down Knitting is a the kimono a “blank canvas” on which to showcase combination tutorial/pattern book that includes photo how-tos pattern stitches and details. In the accompanying for the most common top-down skills and a nice range of dresses, instructional DVD, she shares tips and techniques for skirts and wearable accessories. creating and finishing your creations. Visual learners The garments are eminently wearable and feminine, as well as may want to buy the book just to get the DVD! being accessible to all skill levels. The prevalence of stockinette New and intermediate knitters will be delighted to stitch and other easy stitch patterns means that beginners can find they have the skills they need to create fabulous handle many of the projects, while the addition of couture garments. More experienced knitters will use Knit techniques will fascinate those with an eye for detail. Isn’t it nice Kimono Too as a jumping-off point for their own that Ms. McGowan shared the results of her self-improvement Asian-inspired garments. project with the rest of us?

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Knitting draws people together. With e-mail messages to people we know nothing else evidently in common, in Montisi and asked them to spread knitters can strike up a conversation the word. Then we asked each Y2Knit about knitting and a connection Experience Tuscany participant to slip is made. a spare ball of yarn and an extra pair For Y2Knit, this connection of needles in their suitcase. occurs each time we put on Y2Knit We had no idea what to expect Experience knitting retreats. Y2Knit when we gathered in a small piazza Experience Tuscany brings knitters on the main street of Montisi on the from across the United States first Monday morning. A couple of together at a magical, medieval children had already arrived and more village—Montisi, Italy. Imagine the drifted in as the morning progressed. connection you feel as you pick out Parents, grandparents and curious fellow knitters in the train station in adults came by to watch this event. Rome, Chiusi or Sinalunga. As the Mary Jane launched in and got the weeklong stay at the villa continues, children started on the stitches she these connections deepen while had already cast on for them, working knitting and learning new techniques, her way around the table. A couple of A few highlights: learning about Montisi and its helpful adults gave her key words in Irma, 81, and known to everyone residents, and enjoying the local Italian, such as dentro (through) and in the village, ended up joining the cuisine and customs. intorno (around). children in the knitting classes. As During our most recent events in It soon became clear that the soon as she held the needles, her August 2010, we experienced a new language of knitting is universal: hands recalled what to do, and she level of the knitting connection. Mary A few movements with hands holding knit a couple of small purses. Our Jane Escobar, returning for her second needles and yarn, and soon everyone 87-year-old mother, Jane, helped her Y2Knit Experience Tuscany (she spent was working on the knit stitch. sew the seams. two weeks with us in 2008), wondered Joy and wonder filled the small Filippo, the youngest knitter at 8 if she might bring her expertise as a piazza as children and a couple of years old, developed a crush on Mary knitting teacher to the village children. mothers found rows building up on Jane. Not only did he attend daily, We had always wanted to make a their needles. but he brought her presents, insisted knitting connection with Montisi, but The knitting classes (scuola di on being her “date” for a community had never seen a way to do it. We sent maglia) continued for two weeks. dinner and was often wherever the knitters were. Paula, mother of Clara and Dario, beamed as her children learned to knit and pulled her own needles out of her bag, and with a little guidance, remembered how to knit and purl (reverso). Mary Jane showed her the short-row technique to make a ruffled scarf. Fausto, her husband, made sure the children got to knitting classes when she had to work. We loved seeing this kind of family support! Christine, who said she couldn’t sit still long enough to be a real knitter, came in support of her daughter continued on page 91 Uploaded by The Knitter may 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 11 fresh By jill case picked knits Store your straight needles in style with these luxurious bags to suit your taste and your storage needs too!

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Uploaded by The Knitter Timeless Chic ... is style with grace and a certain attitude; what you wear says who you are today.

Uploaded by The Knitter Design by brenda castiel Vintage Paris Jacket Create a dream of the City of Lights with a vintage look to wear with pleasure.

Skill Level Sizes Timeless Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- large, 2X-large, 3X-large) Instructions are given for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes.

Finished Measurement Chic Chest: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56) inches Materials • Sport weight yarn* (232 yds/ 100g per skein): 5 (6, 6, 7, 7, 8) skeins red #822 • Size 5 (3.75mm) 24-inch or 32-inch and set of double-point needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch markers • Stitch holders • Safety pin • 5 (3/4-inch) buttons

*Sample project was completed with Sinfonia (100% mercerized cotton) from Omega.

Uploaded by The Knitter may 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 15 Gauge Body 18 sts and 24 rows = 4 inches/ Cast on 162 (180, 198, 216, 234, 252) 10cm in St st. sts. Mark RS with a safety pin or To save time, take time to piece of scrap yarn. Work in garter st check gauge. for 1 inch, ending with a WS row. Buttonhole row: Work first 3 sts Special Abbreviations in pat, making a buttonhole on Make 1 (M1): Insert LH needle from right front after 1 inch, using 1-Row front to back under strand between Buttonhole technique, complete st just worked and next st on LH row in pat. needle, k1-tbl. Continue to work in garter st until Knit in front and back of same st body measures 3 inches from beg, (kfb): Knit into front and back of ending with a WS row. same st (1 st inc). Inc row (RS): Sl 1, [p1, k1] 3 times, p1, M1, place marker, knit to last 8 sts, Pattern Stitch place marker, M1, [p1, k1] 4 times— 1/2 Rib (multiple of 3 sts + 2) 164 (182, 200, 218, 236, 254) sts. Row 1 (RS): P2, *k1, p2; rep from * Set-up row (WS): Sl 1, [k1, p1] across. 3 times, k2, slip marker, purl to 2nd Row 2: K2, *p1, k2; rep from * marker, slip marker, k2, p1, [k1, p1] across. 3 times. Rep Rows 1 and 2 Next row (RS): Sl for pat. Tip Off 1, [p1, k1] 3 times, Brush up on the p2, slip marker, knit Special Technique cable cast-on with a to 2nd marker, slip 1-Row Buttonhole look at page 94. marker, p2, k1, [p1, (RS): Work first 3 sts in k1] 3 times. pat, take yarn to front, Rep last 2 rows, Knit 4 rows, continuing to dec at slip first st on LH needle pwise, take making 4 more buttonholes 4 (4, each edge as above—60 (70, 78, yarn to back and leave it there; *slip 41/4, 41/4, 41/2, 41/2) inches apart on 84, 90, 100) sts. next st on LH needle, pass previous right front until body measures 131/2 slipped st over it; rep from * until 4 (14, 141/2, 141/2, 151/2, 151/2) inches Beg pat sts have been bound off. Slip last st from beg, ending with Row 1 (RS): K1, ssk, work 1/2 Rib pat back to LH needle and turn work. a WS row. to last 3 sts, end k2tog, k1—58 (68, Take yarn to back and using cable 76, 82, 88, 98) sts. cast-on, cast on 4 sts, pull up loop for Divide for armholes Row 2: P2, knit the knit sts and purl 5th st, but before placing it on the Work 38 (41, 45, 49, 54, 57) sts in the purl sts to last 2 sts, end p2. needle, bring yarn to front, between pat, bind off next 9 (10, 11, 12, 13, Maintaining established Rib pat, last 2 sts, turn. Slip first st on LH 14) sts, k70 (80, 88, 96, 102, 112) for Rep [Rows 1 and 2] 0 (0, 1, 0, 1, 1) needle to RH needle pwise, pass last back, bind off next 9 (10, 11, 12, 13, times—58 (68, 74, 82, 86, 96) sts. cast-on st over slipped st, pull snug, 14) sts, work in pat to end. Work even in pat until armholes complete row in pat. Work 1 row in pat on left measure 7 (7, 71/2, 8, 81/2, 81/2) inches, Be sure to work all sts firmly to front sts. Place right and left front ending with a WS row. prevent the corners from sagging. sts on holders. Shape shoulders Pattern Notes Back Bind off at beg of row [7 (9, 10, 12, Circular needle is used to accom- Note: Read through instructions 12, 14) sts] 4 times. Bind off rem 30 modate large number of stitches. before beg; pat starts before armhole (32, 34, 34, 38, 40) sts for back neck. Do not join; work back and forth in shaping is completed. rows except as noted. With WS facing, join yarn at under- Right Front The body is knitted in 1 piece arm and purl 1 row. Note: Read through instructions from the bottom up. The sleeves are Beg on next row, dec 1 st at before beg; pat starts before armhole knitted separately in rounds and each armhole by k1, ssk, knit to shaping is completed. Continue to then set in. last 3 sts, k2tog, k1 [every RS row] work buttonholes. At front edges, slip first stitch of 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) times—64 (74, 82, 88, With WS facing, slide 38 (41, 45, 49, every row knitwise. 94, 104) sts. 54, 57) right front sts onto needle Uploaded by The Knitter 16 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 from holder. Attach yarn at under- Maintaining front border, beg arm and work a WS row, maintaining 1/2 Rib pat and at the same time, dec front edge pat. 1 st at armhole edge 1 (1, 2, 1, 2, 2) along with Beg on next row, dec 1 st at arm- more times—32 (35, 38, 42, 46, knit hole edge by k2tog [every RS row] 49) sts. DEBBIE MACOMBER 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) times—35 (38, 42, 45, Work even in pat until armhole 50, 53) sts. measures 51/4 (51/4, 51/4, 51/2, 51/2, 53/4) Maintaining front edge pat, work inches, ending with a RS row. A Turn in the Road 4 rows in garter st, continuing to dec at armhole edge—33 (36, 40, Shape neck 43, 48, 51) sts. At beg of row (neck edge), bind off [8 (7, 8, 8, 12, 11) sts] once, [3 sts] 18 projects inspired by Beg pat once, [2 sts] twice, then dec 1 st Debbie’s Novel “A Turn in Row 1 (RS): Work front edge pat to at neck edge [every other row] 3 the Road” marker, work 1/2 Rib pat to last 3 sts, times—14 (18, 20, 24, 24, 28) sts. k2tog, k1—32 (35, 39, 42, 47, 50) sts. Work even until front measures Row 2: Knit the knit sts and purl the same as back to shoulder, ending purl sts. with a WS row. Maintaining established pats, [rep Rows 1 and 2] 0 (0, 1, 0, 1, 1) times— Shape shoulder 32 (35, 38, 42, 46, 49) sts. At beg of RS row, bind off [7 (9, 10, Work even in border and rib pats 12, 12, 14) sts] twice. until armhole measures 51/4 (51/4, 51/4, 51/2, 51/2, 53/4) inches, ending with a Sleeves WS row. Cast on 45 (50, 50, 54, 54, 59) sts, mark beg of rnd and join without Shape neck twisting. Work even in garter st for At beg of row (neck edge), bind off 3 inches. [8 (7, 8, 8, 12, 11) sts] once, [3 sts] Change to St st and work even once, [2 sts] twice, then dec 1 st for 1/2 inch. at neck edge [every other row] 3 Place markers for shaping 1 st AVAILABLE NOW times—14 (18, 20, 24, 24, 28) sts. before and after beg of rnd marker, Work even until front measures removing beg of rnd marker. same as back to shoulder, ending Beg on next rnd, inc by M1 after with a RS row. first marker and before 2nd marker [every 4th rnd] 7 times, then [every Shape shoulder 6th rnd] 4 times—67 (72, 72, 76, 76, At beg of WS row, bind off [7 (9, 10, 81) sts. 12, 12, 14) sts] twice. Work even until sleeve measures 17 (171/2, 171/2, 18, 18, 18) inches Left Front from beg, ending 3 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6) sts Note: Read through instructions before first marker. before beg; pat starts before armhole shaping is completed. Shape cap With RS facing, slide 38 (41, 45, 49, Bind off next 8 (10, 10, 12, 12, 14) #5506 • $14.95 54, 57) left front sts onto needle sts—59 (62, 62, 64, 64, 67) sts. from holder. Attach yarn at under- Beg working in rows, bind off 4 sts A NEW PUBLICATION BY LEISURE ARTS arm and dec 1 st at beg of RS rows at beg of next 2 rows—51 (54, 54, 800. 526. 5111 • www.leisurearts.com (armhole edge) [every other row] 56, 56, 59) sts. 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) times, maintaining Dec 1 st at each edge [every front border pat—35 (38, 42, 45, RS row] 4 times, [every 4th row] 50, 53) sts. twice, [every RS row] 4 times, bind Work 4 rows garter st, continuing off [3 sts] 4 times, [4 sts] twice. Bind established dec at armhole—33 off rem 11 (14, 14, 16, 16, 19) sts. (36, 40, 43, 48, 51) sts. continued on page 76 Uploaded by The Knitter LeisureArts_CKnit_May.inddmay 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.co 1 2/17/11m 17 1:03 PM Design by kim guzman Easy Does It

Skill Level Sizes Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- large, 2X-large) Instructions are given for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes.

Finished Measurements Chest: 34 (38, 42, 451/2, 50) inches Length: 251/2 (261/2, 271/2, 281/2, 291/2) inches

Materials • DK weight yarn* (126 yds/50g per ball): 8 (10, 11, 12, 14) balls croissant #435 • Size 6 (4mm) 24-inch (for small only) or 32-inch (for medium through 2X-large) circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Size 7 (4.5mm) 32-inch circular needle Make your (for hem) • Size E/4 (3.5mm) crochet hook statement with (for neck trim) • Stitch holders subtlety in our • Stitch marker classy tunic *Sample project was completed with Dolce Merino (50% fine merino/50% microfiber) from Universal Yarn Inc. skirted with a bit of fun. Uploaded by The Knitter 18 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 Gauge measures 171/2 (18, 19, 191/2, 201/2) 20 sts and 28 rows = 4 inch/10cm inches from cast-on edge. in St st with smaller needles. To save time, take time to Divide for back & front STORYBOOK check gauge. Next row (RS): Bind off 10 (14, 14, to 16, 18) sts, k75 (82, 91, 98, 108) sts knit Pattern Stitch and place on holder for front, bind Lace (multiple of 6 sts) off 10 (14, 14, 16, 18) sts, knit rem sts Rnd 1: *K1, ssk, yo, k1, yo, k2tog; for back. rep from * around. Rnd 2: Knit around. Back Rnds 3 and 4: Rep Rnds 1 and 2. Working in St st, bind off 1 st at beg Rnd 5: *K1, yo, k2tog, k1, ssk, yo; of next 10 (10, 12, 16, 24) rows—65 rep from * around. (72, 79, 82, 84) sts. Rnd 6: Knit around. Work in St st until armhole mea- Rnds 7 and 8: Rep Rnds 5 and 6. sures 71/2 (8, 8, 81/2, 81/2) inches, end- Rep Rnds 1–8 for pat. ing with a WS row.

Pattern Notes Shape neck & shoulder Body of pullover is worked in 1 K11 (14, 16, 17, 17); join 2nd ball of piece to armhole, and then divided yarn and bind off next 43 (44, 47, 48, for front and back which are worked 50) sts for neck; knit rem sts—11 (14, separately in rows. Sleeves are 16, 17, 17) sts on each side. #5286 • $19.95 worked flat and sewn in place. Working both sides at once with Sweater is designed for a tight fit separate balls of yarn, continue in St with no ease. st until armhole measures 8 (81/2, 81/2, A chart is provided for those 9, 9) inches, ending with a WS row. 15 Felted preferring to work pattern stitch Bind off all sts. Walkabout Characters from a chart. Front Characters Include: Body Place front sts on needle. Join yarn Little Red Riding Hood With larger size needle, cast on and working in St st, bind off 1 st Mary Had a Little Lamb 170 (192, 210, 228, 252) sts. Place at beg of next 14 (14, 16, 20, 26) marker for beg of rnd and join rows—61 (68, 75, 78, 82) sts. Humpty-Dumpty without twisting. Continue in St st (if necessary) Goldilocks and the Three Bears Rnd 1: Knit around. until armhole measures 3 (31/2, 31/2, Humpty-Dumpty and More! Rnd 2: *K1, p1; rep from * around. 4, 4) inches, ending with a WS row. Rnds 3–8: Rep [Rnds 1 and 2] 3 times. Shape neck & shoulder O THE STOR N T IE Rnds 9 and 10: Knit around. Next row (RS): K20 (23, 25, 26, 26); TE S IS join 2nd ball of yarn and bind off next L Size small only 21 (22, 25, 26, 30) sts; knit rem sts— BONUS CD! S Change to smaller needles. 20 (23, 25, 26, 26) sts on each side. P LL LA DO Working both sides at once with Y WITH THE Sizes medium, large, extra-large, separate balls of yarn, bind off at 2X-large each neck edge [1 st] 9 times— Continue with larger needle. 11 (14, 16, 17, 17) sts on each side. A NEW PUBLICATION BY LEISURE ARTS Continue even in St st until 800. 526. 5111 • www.leisurearts.com All sizes armhole measures 8 (81/2, 81/2, 9, 9) Work in Lace pat until body mea- inches, ending with a WS row. sures 141/2 (15, 16, 161/2, 171/2) inches Bind off all sts. from cast-on edge, ending with an even-numbered rnd. Sleeves With smaller needle (for all sizes), With smaller needles, cast on 61 change to St st and work until body (67, 71, 79, 83) sts. continued on page 76 Uploaded by The Knitter LeisureArts_CKnit_May.inddMAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.co 2 2/16/11m 19 4:59 PM Design by geraldine freedman Green With Envy Easy shaping and great texture are the hallmarks of a classic cardigan for spring.

Skill Level Sizes Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- large, 2X-large) Instructions are given for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes.

Finished Measurement Chest: 38 (40, 441/2, 461/2, 51) inches

Materials • Sport weight yarn* (470 yds/ 6 oz per skein): 3 (3, 4, 4, 4) skeins Barbara McClintock • Size 6 (4mm) needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch markers

*Sample project was completed with Susan (100% pima cotton) from Schaefer Yarn.

Uploaded by The Knitter 20 Creative Knitting may 2011 Gauge measures 6 (6, 71/2, 71/2, 9) inches, 24 sts and 28 rows = 4 inches/ ending with a WS row. 10cm in St st. Work Left Front Collar Chart over little To save time, take time to first 30 sts, place marker, work in check gauge. established pat to end. knitted Continue in established pat until Special Abbreviation chart is completed. Note: Diagonal Increase (inc): Inc 1 st by knitting or line on chart represents fold line for purling in front and back of same st. collar lapel. Bind off. Pattern Stitches 10/10 Rib Sleeves Row 1 (RS): *K10, p10; rep from * Note: Work sleeve inc 1 st in from across. each edge. Row 2: Knit the knit sts and purl the Cast on 48 sts. Knit 4 rows. purl sts across. Work in Stripe pat and at the same Rep Row 2 for pat. time, inc 1 st at each end [every 4th row] 30 times—108 sts. Stripe Work even in pat, if necessary, until *Work 10 rows in St st, work 10 rows sleeve measures 171/2 (171/2, 171/2, 171/2, in rev St st; rep from * for pat. 18) inches or desired length. Bind off. Back Bottom section Assembly Cast on 110 (120, 130, 150, 150) sts. Lightly steam pieces. Fold lapels back Work in 10/10 Rib pat until back along lapel fold lines (refer to charts). measures 10 (10, 101/2, 101/2, 11) Sew bottom and top back sec- inches from cast-on edge. tions tog. Sew shoulder seams. With Bind off in pat. center of sleeve at shoulder seam, sew sleeves in place. Sew sleeve Top section and side seams. They’re the best friends Cast on 60 sts. you could ever knit! Work in 10/10 Rib pat until piece Edgings measures 18 (20, 211/2, 231/2, 25) Bottom inches from cast-on edge. With RS facing, pick up and knit Bind off in pat. even along lower body edge easing in fullness, keeping edges Right Front flat and having same number of sts Cast on 60 (60, 70, 70, 80) sts. on each front. Work in 10/10 Rib pat until front Knit 3 rows. Bind off. measures 15 (15, 151/2, 151/2, 16) inches, ending with a WS row. Right front Work Right Front Collar Chart over With RS facing, pick up and knit first 25 sts, place marker, work in even along front edge from lower established pat to end. edge to point of lapel, keeping Continue in established pat until edge flat. chart is completed. Note: Diagonal Knit 3 rows. Bind off. #5144 • $22.95 line on chart represents fold line for A NEW PUBLICATION BY LEISURE ARTS collar lapel. Left front Bind off. With RS facing, pick up and knit 800. 526. 5111 • www.leisurearts.com even along front edge from point of Left Front lapel to lower edge, keeping edge Note: Left front is worked from side flat and having same number of sts edge to front edge. as for right front. Cast on 120 (120, 120, 130, 130) sts. Knit 3 rows. Bind off. Work in 10/10 Rib pat until front continued on page 77 Uploaded by The Knitter LeisureArts_CKnit_May.inddmay 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.co 3 2/17/11m 21 11:40 AM Design by nancy rieck Newbury Street Coat Skill Level Stroll the avenue in a dramatic Sizes spring coat made light with lace Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- large, 2X-large) Instructions are given for sleeves and an airy scarf to match. smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes. Coat Lace (multiple of 7 sts + 4; worked Finished Measurements in rows) Chest: Customized Note: Yarn amounts Gauge Row 1 (RS): *K2, yo, ssk, yo, sk2p, are given for chest circumferences of 36 24 sts and 32 rows = 4 inches/ yo; rep from * to last 4 sts, end k2, (40, 44, 48, 52) inches. 10cm in St st with MC and size yo, ssk. Length: Customized 3 needle. Rows 2 and 4: *K2, yo, k2tog, p3; rep To save time, take time to from * to last 4 sts, end k2, yo, k2tog. Materials check gauge. Row 3: *K2, yo, ssk, k3; rep from * to • DK weight yarn* (135 yds/ last 4 sts, end k2, yo, ssk. 50g per ball): 13 (15, 17, 20, Special Abbreviations Rep Rows 1–4 for pat. 23) balls beige #7617 (MC) TW4: Work Twist 4 pat. • Lace weight yarn* (198 yds/ Make 1 Left (M1L): K1 in top of st Lace (multiple of 7 sts; worked 50g per ball): 2 balls 2 rows below st on RH needle. in rnds) seashore #124 (CC) Make 1 Right (M1R): Rnd 1: *K2, yo, ssk, yo, • Size 3 (3.25mm) 24- and 32-inch K1 in top of st in row sk2p, yo; rep from * (or longer) circular needles or size below next st on Tip Off around. needed to obtain gauge LH needle. Rnds 2 and 4: *P2tog, • Size 4 (3.5mm) 16- and 32-inch (or Place marker (pm): Reverse single yo, p2, k3; longer) circular and set of double- Place a marker to crochet, also known rep from * around. point needles separate fronts, back, as crab stitch, is a Rnd 3: *K2, yo, ssk, k3; • Size 5 (3.75mm) 32-inch (or longer) sleeves and raglans. lovely edging. See rep from * around. circular needle Slip marker (sm): page 97 for details. Rep Rnds 1–4 • Stitch markers Slip marker when you for pat. • Stitch holders come to it. • Cable needle 3/3 Left Cross (3/3LC): Slip next Cable Panel (21-st panel) • Size 12 (1mm) steel crochet hook 3 sts to cn and hold in front, k3, k3 Row 1 (RS): With MC and CC held (to place beads) from cn. tog, TW4, k13, TW4. • Size C/2 (2.75mm) crochet hook 3/3 Right Cross (3/3RC): Slip next Rows 2 and 4: TW4, p13, TW4. • 3 beads 3 sts to cn and hold in back, k3, Row 3: TW4, 3/3LC, k1, 3/3RC, TW4. k3 from cn. Rep Rows 1–4 for pat. *Sample project was completed with Cotton Rich DK (64% cotton/36% nylon) from Cascade Pattern Stitches Special Technique Yarns, and Ritratto (53% viscose rayon/28% kid mohair/10% nylon/9% polyester) from Takhi/ Twist 4 (4-st panel) Place Bead (PB): Work to st to be Stacy Charles. Row 1 (RS): P1, skip 2nd st, k1 in 3rd beaded, place bead on steel crochet st, then k1 in 2nd st, slip both sts off hook, catch st with crochet hook LH needle tog, p1. and lift st off LH needle, slide bead Uploaded by The Knitter 22 Creative Knitting may 2011 onto st, return st with bead to LH needle, knit, purl or chain st. Row 2: K1, p2, k1. Rep Rows 1 and 2 for pat.

Pattern Notes Newbury Coat is worked in 1 piece with raglan shaping from the neck to the underarm, at which point the body and sleeves are worked separately. This coat is designed to be tried on as you knit so that you can customize it to fit your body. Slip edge stitches knitwise on right side rows and purlwise on wrong side rows. Chart for Cable Panel is included for those preferring to work cable pattern from a chart. Cable Panel is worked with 1 strand each of MC and CC held together; use a separate ball of CC for each panel. Change to longer or shorter circular or double-point needles for body and sleeves as needed to accommodate stitches. Knitter may wish to use additional markers to help keep track of pattern panels.

Coat With MC and size 3 needle, cast on 115 sts.

Neckband Row 1 (RS): K23, TW4, k13, TW4, k27, TW4, k13, TW4, k23. Row 2: Sl 1, p22, TW4, p13, TW4, p27, TW4, p13, TW4, p23. Row 3: Sl 1, k22, TW4, k13, TW4, k27, TW4, k13, TW4, k23. Rep Rows 2 and 3 for 1 inch, ending with Row 2. Inc row (RS): Sl 1, k4, M1R, k5, M1R, k4, M1R, k5, M1R, k4, TW4, k13, TW4, k27, TW4, k13, TW4, k4, M1R, k5, M1R, k4, M1R, k5, M1R, k5—123 sts. Next row: Sl 1, p22, TW4, p13, TW4, p27, TW4, p13, TW4, p23.

Raglan Yoke Note: After Row 1, raglan incs are worked every RS row before and after 8-st raglan sections; 8 sts are inc every RS row. New sts are purled on WS Uploaded by The Knitter rows, and will be incorporated into pat as they accumulate. Instructions are given for the first incorporations of new sts into Lace pat on sleeves and TW4 pat on fronts and back. Row 1 (RS): Sl 1, k4, work Cable Panel over next 21 sts, pm (left front); M1R, k1, TW4, k1, M1L (raglan), pm, k11 pm, (left sleeve); M1R, k1, TW4, k1, M1L (raglan); pm, k25, pm (back); M1R, k1, TW4, k1, M1L (raglan); pm, k11, pm (right sleeve), M1R, k1, TW4, M1L (raglan); pm, k1, work Cable Panel over next 21 sts, k5 (right front)—131 sts. Row 2: Sl 1, p4, Cable Panel, sm; p2, TW4, p2; sm, p11, sm; p2, TW4, p2; sm, p25, sm; p2, TW4, p2; sm, p11, p2, TW4, p2; Cable Panel, p5. Rows 3, 5 and 7: *Work in established pat to marker, M1L, sm, k2, TW4, k2 (raglan), sm, M1R; rep from * 3 times, work in established pat to end—155 sts. Rows 4, 6 and 8: Working new sts in Row 17: Working in pat and inc Try on your coat to see how much St st, work even. at raglans as before, work to left deeper your yoke should be. Place Beg Lace pat on sleeves and back. sleeve; M1R, work Lace pat over next your stitches on a piece of waste Row 9 (RS): Work left front to mark- 25 sts, M1L; work to right sleeve; yarn that is long enough to give er, M1L; sm, work raglan, sm; M1R, M1R, work Lace pat over next 25 sts, you plenty of ease. Put the coat on k3, work Lace pat over next 11 sts, M1L; work to end—195 sts. and see how it fits you. Check to see k3, M1L; sm, work raglan, sm; M1R, Rows 18–20: Work pats as estab- whether you need more or fewer k3, work Lace pat over next 25 sts, lished, inc on RS row and working sts for the front, back and sleeves, k3, M1L; sm, work raglan, sm; M1R, new sts in St st—203 sts. or more or fewer rows before the k3, work Lace pat over next 11 sts, Row 21 (add new TW4 panel to underarm join, modifying as neces- k3, M1L; sm, work raglan, sm; M1R, fronts and back): Works pats as sary. Note: Bear in mind that you will work right front—163 sts. established and inc at raglans as be casting on extra underarm stitches Rows 10–12: Work pats as estab- before, work to 5 sts before first at your body join and sleeve area, so lished, inc on RS row and working marker, TW4, k1, M1L; work to first allow for this. The completed yoke new sts in St st—171 sts. back marker, sm, M1R, k1, TW4, work should hit you several inches below Row 13 (beg new Lace rep on as established to 5 sts before 2nd your armpit. sleeves): Work left front to marker, back marker, TW4, k1, M1L; work to You may find that the sleeve sec- M1L; sm, work raglan, sm; M1R, left front marker, sm, M1R, k1, TW4, tion fits your upper arms before the k2, yo, sk2p, yo, work Lace pat over work to end—211 sts. front/back section fits your body. next 11 sts, yo, sk2p, yo, k2, M1L; Row 22: Working new sts in St st, In that case, you will need to stop sm, work raglan, sm; M1R, k5, work work even in pats as established. increasing on the sleeve sections Lace pat over next 25 sts, k5, M1L; Continue to inc at raglans, work- while still increasing for the front sm, work raglan, sm; M1R, k2, yo, ing new sts into Lace pat on sleeves and back. sk2p, yo, work Lace pat over next and adding TW4 panels on fronts If your body and sleeve circumfer- 11 sts, yo, sk2p, yo, k2, M1L; sm, and back as sts accumulate as estab- ences fit you, but you want the yoke work raglan, sm; M1R, work right lished above. to be longer, stop increasing and front—179 sts. work the entire yoke even. Rows 14–16: Work pats as estab- Notes for Custom- When the yoke and depth fit you, lished, inc on RS row and working new Fitting Yoke you are ready to split the sleeves sts and sleeve sts between raglan and The size of your coat will depend from the body. 11-st Lace pat in St st—187 sts. on how many times you repeat the increases. Uploaded by The Knitter 24 Creative Knitting may 2011 Divide body & sleeves ch 6, PB, and ch 1, sl st in ch-2 chs Next row (RS): Change to size 4 below bead, [ch 1, PB, and ch 1, sl st May Lace Scarf needle; removing markers as you in same ch-2 chs below first bead] Skill Level come to them, work to 4 sts past twice, ch 5, sl st and secure beside first marker (center of first raglan); first ch. Finished Size slip last 4 sts of first raglan, all sleeve Approx 8 x 60 inches sts, and first 4 sts of next raglan to May Lace Scarf waste yarn for sleeve to be worked Materials later; cast on 4 sts for underarm; Gauge • Lace weight yarn* (198 yds/ work across back to 4 sts past next 25 sts and 32 rows = 4 inches/ 50g per ball): 2 balls raglan marker; slip last 4 sts of rag- 10cm in pat with smaller needles. seashore #124 lan, all sleeve sts, and first 4 sts of To save time, take time to • Size 4 (3.5mm) 24-inch circular needle last raglan to waste yarn; cast on 4 check gauge. or size needed to obtain gauge sts for underarm; work to end. • Size 6 (4mm) needle (for binding off) Special Technique • Size 12 (1mm) steel crochet hook Body Place Bead (PB): Work to st to (to place beads) Work in established pats until body be beaded, place bead on size 12 • Size C/2 (2.75mm) crochet hook reaches top of your hips. steel crochet hook, catch st with • Glass seed beads: 132 used in sample Change to size 5 needles and crochet hook and lift st off LH work until body measures 11/2 inches needle, slide bead onto st, return st *Sample project was completed with Ritratto less than desired length. Cut CC on with bead to LH needle, knit, purl (53% viscose rayon/28% kid mohair/10% nylon/9% polyester) from Takhi/Stacy Charles. Cable Panels. or chain st. With MC only, work in St st for 11/2 inches. Scarf Bind off all sts. Using smaller needle, cast on 45 sts. Next row (WS): *Slip sts pwise Rows 1, 5, 9 and 13 (RS): Yo, k2tog, across to st to be beaded on Row 2, Sleeves k1, *k2, yo, ssk, yo, sk2p, yo; rep from PB and slip st; rep from * until all 5 Transfer sleeve sts from waste yarn * to last 7 sts, end k2, yo, ssk, k3. beads are placed, slip sts to end. to size 4 circular needle or dpn. Row 2: Yo, k2tog, k1, *k2, yo, k2tog, With a needle 2 sizes larger, loosely Rnd 1: Pick up and knit 4 sts along p1, PB and p, p1; rep from * to last bind off all sts kwise. Secure end, but underarm, placing marker after 2nd 7 sts, end k2, yo, k2tog, k3. do not cut yarn. st for beg of rnd; work in established Rows 3, 7, 11 and 15: Yo, k2tog, k1, pat around. *k2, yo, ssk, k3; rep from * to last Beaded Edging Work even until sleeve measures 7 sts, end k2, yo, ssk, k3. Note: If not familiar with slip stitch 1 inch less than desired length. Rows 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16: Yo, (sl st), single crochet (sc) and chain Work in St st for 1 inch. Bind off all k2tog, k1, *k2, yo, k2tog, p3; rep from stitch (ch), refer to Crochet Class sts kwise. * to last 7 sts, end k2, yo, k2tog, k3. on page 97. Rep Rows 1–16 until scarf mea- With size C crochet hook and RS Finishing sures 56 inches or 4 inches less than facing, ch 1 into end st. Note: If not familiar with single desired length, ending with Row 1. Picot row 1: *Ch 5, PB and ch 1, sl st crochet (sc), slip stitch (sl st) and in ch 2 ch below bead, ch 4, skip 1 reverse single crochet (reverse sc), st, 2 sc; rep from * across, turn and refer to Crochet Class on page 97. sc in end st. With size C crochet hook and CC, Picot row 2: *Ch 6, PB and ch 1, work in reverse sc around all edges. sl st in ch 2-chs below bead, ch 1, Soak coat in cold water, roll in PB and ch 1, sl st in same ch 2 below towel to remove excess moisture. 1 bead, ch 1, PB and ch 1, sl st in Block to measurements and dry flat. same ch 2 below 1 bead, ch 5, sc Sew button on left front at in the “valley” between picots on desired location. row 1; rep from * across. On last triple beaded picot, sc in end st and Button Loop secure—14 picots. With size C crochet hook and CC, Attach yarn to other edge and rep and RS facing, make button loop beaded edging. on right front opposite button as continued on page 79 follows: Attach yarn with a sl st, Uploaded by The Knitter may 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 25 Design by trish warrick Drop-Stitch

Skill Level Delight Sizes Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- The organic flow of nature’s waves large, 2X-large, 3X-large) Instructions are given for smallest size, with larger sizes comes to mind with this easy-knit in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes. top for a casual weekend look. Finished Measurements Chest: 38 (43, 48, 53, 58, 63) inches Row 7: K1, yo, k1, 2yo, k1, 3yo, k1, Knit 1 row. Length: 17 (19, 21, 21, 23, 25) inches 2yo, k1, yo, *k6, yo, k1, 2yo, k1, 3yo, Continue working in pat beg with k1, 2yo, k1, yo; rep from * to last st, Row 3 until 6 (7, 8, 8, 9, 10) pat reps Materials end k1. have been worked for sleeves—13 • Size 5 cabled cotton* (700 yds/16 oz Row 8: K1, drop yo, k1, drop 2yo, (15, 17, 17, 19, 21) total reps, ending per cone; 77 yds/13/4 oz per ball); k1, drop 3yo, k1, drop 2yo, k1, drop with Row 8. 1 cone plus 0 (1, 1, 2, 2, 3) ball(s) yo, *k6, drop yo, k1, drop 2yo, k1, Knit 4 rows. Bind off all sts. desert bloom #188 drop 3yo, k1, drop 2yo, k1, drop yo; • Size 7 (4.5mm) needles or size needed rep from * to last st, Front to obtain gauge end k1. Using backward-loop Rep Rows 1–8 Tip Off method, cast on 76 *Sample project was completed with America’s for pat. (86, 96, 106, 116, Best Cotton Cabled, art. 940 (100% mercerized Be sure to use the speci- 126) sts. perle cotton) from Pisgah Yarn & Dyeing Co. Pattern Note fied cast-ons suggested Work as for back, All yarn overs by the designer; see beg pat with Row Gauge are dropped on fol- page 92. If using both 5 and end each pat 16 sts and 24 rows = 4 inches/10cm lowing row, adding cone and balls of cabled rep with Row 4. Work in Drop St pat. length to the knit cotton, alternate every 2 body and sleeves as To save time, take time to stitches and return- rows to eliminate color for back until same check gauge. ing to the original shade differences. total number of reps stitch count. has been completed. Special Abbreviations Knit 2 rows. Yo twice (2yo): Wrap yarn twice Back around needle. Using backward-loop method, cast Shape neck Yo 3 times (3yo): Wrap yarn 3 times on 76 (86, 96, 106, 116, 126) sts. K39 (44, 47, 51, 55, 59) for right around needle. Beg Drop St pat and [work Rows shoulder; bring yarn to front, slip 1–8] 7 (8, 9, 9 10, 11) times. next st, take yarn to back and Pattern Stitch return st to LH needle, turn and knit Drop St (multiple of 10 sts + 6) Sleeves same 39 (44, 47, 51, 55, 59) sts, turn Rows 1 and 2: Knit across. At end of last pat row, cast on 20 sts and bind off these sts and next 38 Row 3: K6, *yo, k1, 2yo, k1, 3yo, k1, for right sleeve using cable cast-on (38, 42, 44, 46, 48) sts; knit 2 rows on 2yo, k1, yo, k6; rep from * across. method; knit cast-on and estab- last 39 (44, 47, 51, 55, 59) sts for left Row 4: K6, *drop yo, k1, drop 2yo, lished sts to end of row (this is shoulder, turn and bind off all sts. k1, drop 3yo, k1, drop 2yo, k1, drop Row 1 of pat); then cast on 20 sts Sew shoulder, side and under- yo, k6; rep from * across. for left sleeve—116 (126, 136, 146, arm sleeves. ■ Rows 5 and 6: Knit across. 156, 166) sts. schematics on page 85 Uploaded by The Knitter 26 Creative Knitting may 2011 Delight

Uploaded by The Knitter Intertwined Elegance The twists of cables and lace signify the complicated you—the one worth getting to know on a deeper level.

Uploaded by The Knitter Intertwined Design by Elegance Lily M. chin Singular Sensation Light up a dramatic shell with a single lace center panel that is shaped to fit and flair.

Skill Level Sizes Woman’s extra-small (small, medium, large, extra-large) Instructions are given for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes.

Finished Measurements Chest: 331/2 (36, 393/4, 431/2, 461/4) inches Length: 193/4 (20, 201/4, 201/2, 203/4) inches

Materials • Sport weight yarn* (198 yds/ 50g per ball): 4 (4, 4, 5, 5) balls aqua #6803 • Size 4 (3.5mm) 24-inch circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch markers • 2 safety pins • Stitch holders

*Sample project was completed with Mandarin Petit (100% cotton) from SandnesGarn/ Swedish Yarn Imports.

continued on page 82 Uploaded by The Knitter may 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 29 By lily M. chin Shaped Lace Panels Learn to design your own project using panel elements.

Lace is not particularly difficult if the holes get close together. The rounds 25, 45, 69 and 93). This hides you follow the logic of the pattern. Lace Panel chart on page 84 illustrates the extra decreases within the pattern. For every decrease (usually a knit 2 this; notice that as the pattern gets When inserting a shaped lace panel, together or a slip, slip, knit), there is narrower, each repeat takes fewer measure the overall width of the lace an accompanying increase (usually in rows or rounds. pattern, and then take the height or the form of a yarn over, which forms a To go from one size pattern to the length measurement of each repeat. hole as well as an extra stitch). There next, or from a 15-stitch lace pattern This will tell you how much wider that is a system of checks and balances width to a 13-stitch lace pattern width section of the panel is for that particu- to maintain the original stitch count. to an 11-stitch lace pattern width, etc., lar length. On the Singular Sensation Upset the balance, however, and extra use extra decreases. Each lace row is project, each section is similar in increases or extra decreases help followed by a plain row. This row is length. Thus two of the 12-row repeats shape a piece on purpose. used to add an extra set of decreases are used for 24 rows of the 15-stitch In the Singular Sensation top on (see the Lace Panel chart (page 84), lace pattern, two of the 10-row repeats page 29, shaped lace panels in the for 20 rows of the 13-stitch lace pat- front and back form a gusset (or tern, three of the 8-row repeats for 24 godet) for a wider hem which narrows rows of the 11-stitch lace pattern, and to a slimmer top. This concept will not four of the 6-row repeats for 24 rows only shape a top, but a skirt, handbag of the 9-stitch lace pattern. If you want or purse would benefit as well. more sections of a certain width, do Charts help to visualize the lace more row repeats of that particular pattern. Looking at Figure 1, notice pattern width and control it. A short how each increase-decrease combina- ruffle, for instance, might use only one tion is matched together (note that a repeat of each pattern as shown in central decrease actually decreases Figure 2. 2 stitches). Arrows indicate which If the full width is not attainable decrease accompanies which increase. with just one panel, as in a circle skirt, In this pattern, the holes begin farther add multiple panels as shown in away (6 stitches) from the decrease Figure 3. For example, a wider-bottom and move inward, ending up one stitch panel of 25 stitches might lose the away. For a longer pattern, the holes overall effect of the lace pattern and can start even farther away from the the row repeat could be too long. Thus decrease, requiring more rows before using several panels would not only be effective, it could be a design feature.

FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3

Uploaded by The Knitter 30 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 On the whole, use more panels for lon- Don’t limit yourself to just this one colorwork patterns. Insert shaping into ger projects as shown in Figure 4. The lace panel. Take a look through your projects and add your own personality Singular Sensation top uses one panel stitch dictionaries. Chart out the to an existing pattern. Make it unique each on the front and back (a total of patterns, if they are not already and make it your own. Experiment and two), but a longer tunic might use two charted, to see how you can manipu- have fun! ■ panels each on the front and back (a late them and create your own shaped total of four); for a dress, up to eight lace panels. This simple concept can panels could be used. be extended to some cable or even

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Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 31 Design by moira engle And a Side of Lace Simplicity is the rule—with the exception of the lace inset panels along the sides. Skill Level 2/2 Twisted Left Cross (2/2TLC): Pattern Notes Sizes Slip next 2 sts to cn and hold in A chart is provided for those prefer- Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- back, k2-tbl, k2-tbl from cn. ring to work Lace & Cable pattern large, 2X-large, 3X-large) Instructions are Make 1 (M1): Inc by making a back- from a chart. given for smallest size, with larger sizes ward loop over right needle. Body is worked in 1 piece in in parentheses. When only 1 number is rounds to the armhole, and then given, it applies to all sizes. Pattern Stitch divided to work Lace & Cable the front and back Finished Measurements (panel of 21 sts, Tip Off in rows. Chest: 37 (41, 45, 49, 53, 57) inches worked in rnds) Length: 27 (271/4, 28, 281/2, 30, 30) inches Rnd 1: P2, [k1-tbl] 4 When joining another Body times, k1, yo, k2tog- skein of yarn on a pro- With circular needle, Materials tbl, k3, k2tog, yo, k1, ject with no seams cast on 186 (206, • Light worsted weight yarn* [k1-tbl] 4 times, p2. in an inconspicuous 226, 246, 266, 286) (249 yds/125g per hank): Rnds 2, 4 and 6: place, work 1 stitch with sts, mark beg of rnd 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6) hanks begonia #3417 P2, [k1-tbl] 4 times, the old and new yarn (center back) and join • Size 7 (4.5mm) 29-inch circular and p1, k7, p1, [k1-tbl] 4 together (2 strands). without twisting. double-point needles or size needed times, p2. Leave ends long Work in St st until to obtain gauge Rnd 3: P2, [k1-tbl] 4 enough to weave in body measures 11/2 • Stitch markers times, k2, yo, k2tog- later. On the following inches. • Stitch holders tbl, k1, k2tog, yo, k2, row, work the 2 strands Next rnd (turning • Cable needle [k1-tbl] 4 times, p2. together as 1 stitch. rnd): Knit all sts tbl. Rnd 5: P2, 2/2TRC, It makes a barely notice- *Sample project was completed with Super 10 k3, yo, sk2p, yo, k3, able, secure join … with Beg pat Cotton (100% mercerized cotton) from Kertzer. 2/2TLC, p2. no knots! Rnd 1: K36 (41, 46, 51, Rnd 7: P2, [k1-tbl] 4 56, 61), place marker, times, k9, [k1-tbl] 4 work Rnd 1 of Lace & Gauge times, p2. Cable pat over 21 sts, place marker, 20 sts and 24 rnds = 4 inches/ Rnd 8: Rep Rnd 2. k72 (82, 92, 102, 112, 122), place 10cm in St st. Rep Rnds 1–8 for pat. marker, work Rnd 1 of Lace & Cable To save time, take time to pat over 21 sts, place marker, k36 check gauge. Special Technique (41, 46, 51, 56, 61). I-Cord Bind-Off: Cast on 3 sts. *K2, Special Abbreviations k2tog (1 cord st plus 1 edge st); Shape sides 2/2 Twisted Right Cross (2/2TRC): return sts to LH needle; rep from * Note: Work side decs by knitting to 3 Slip next 2 sts to cn and hold in to last 3 sts, end sk2p. Fasten off, sts before panel, ssk, k1, work Lace & front, k2-tbl, k2-tbl from cn. leaving an end to weave in. Cable pat, k1, k2tog; to inc, knit to 1 Uploaded by The Knitter 32 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 Uploaded by The Knitter st before panel, M1, k1, work Lace & Front Cable pat, k1, M1. Note: Read through front instruc- Work in established pat and at the tions before beg; neckline shaping same time, shape sides by dec 1 is worked at the same time as arm- st before and after each pat panel hole shaping. [every 14th rnd] 1 (1, 1, 0, 0, 0) Slip front sts onto needle. time(s), [every 16th rnd] 2 (2, 2, 1, Row 1 (WS): With WS facing, attach 0, 0) time(s), [every 18th rnd] 0 (0, yarn and purl across, placing marker 0, 2, 3, 3) times—174 (194, 214, 234, at center front. 254, 274) sts. Shape armholes as for back, and Continue established pat and inc at the same time, when armholes 1 st before and after each panel measure 1 inch, beg neck shaping [every 14th rnd] 1 (1, 1, 0, 0, 0) on WS row. time(s), [every 16th rnd] 2 (2, 2, 1, 0, 0) time(s), [every 18th rnd] 0 (0, Shape neck 0, 2, 3, 3) times—186 (206, 226, Row 1 (WS): Work to center marker, 246, 266, 286) sts. attach 2nd ball of yarn and com- around armhole edge. Join and purl Work even until body measures plete row. 1 rnd. On next rnd, bind off using 171/2 (173/4, 18, 18, 181/2, 181/2) inches. Working both sides at once with I-Cord Bind-Off. separate balls of yarn, dec 1 st at Divide front & back each neck edge [every RS row] 15 Removing markers as you come to (14, 15, 17, 16, 18) times, then [every Neck Edging them, k40 (44, 47, 51, 55, 58) sts, 4th row] 2 (3, 3, 3, 5, 5) times— With circular needle or dpn and RS bind off 13 (15, 19, 21, 23, 27) sts 17 (19, 20, 21, 22, 22) sts rem for facing, pick up and knit 34 (34, 35, for underarm, k80 (88, 94, 102, 110, each shoulder when all shaping 38, 43, 43) sts along right neck edge, 116) front sts (including st rem on is completed. knit 34 (34, 36, 40, 42, 46) back neck RH needle from underarm bind-off), Work even in St st until front sts, pick up and knit 34 (34, 35, 38, bind off 13 (15, 19, 21, 23, 27) sts for measures same as back to shoulder. 43, 43) sts along left neck edge— underarm, knit to end—80 (88, 94, Shape shoulders as for back. 102 (102, 106, 116, 128, 132) sts. 102, 110, 116) back amd back sts. Purl 1 rnd. On next rnd, bind off Slip front sts to holder. Assembly using I-Cord Bind-Off. Finish neck by Sew shoulder seams. sewing ends neatly into a V at front. Back Fold hem carefully along turning Shape armhole Armhole Edging rnd and pin. Sew in place. ■ Note: Work armhole dec 2 sts from With dpn and RS facing, pick up and edge by ssk at beg of row, and k2tog knit 99 (99, 105, 110, 122, 122) sts

at end of row. 1 3 1 1 3 3 /2 (3 /4, 4, 4 /4, 4 /2, 4 /4)" Row 1 (WS): Purl. STITCH KEY 3 3 1 1 6 /4 (6 /4, 7, 8, 8 /2, 9 /4)" )" 2

Working all sts in St st, dec 1 st at K / 1

each armhole edge [every RS row] K1-tbl 1" , 10 2

P / 6 (8, 9, 10, 12, 13) times—68 (72, 76, 1

Yo )" 2 / , 10

82, 86, 90) sts. 1 2

K2tog / 1 , 30, 30)"

Work even until armhole 2 / Ssk , 18 1 2 / 1

measures 81/2 (81/2, 9, 91/2, 101/2, Sk2p , 9, 9 2 / 101/2) inches. 2/2RTC FRONT/ 1

BACK (8 2 , 28, 28 /

2/2LTC 4 1 / 1 8

Shape shoulders 18 18, , 18, 4 / 3

Bind off at beg of row [5 (6, 6, 7, 27 (27 8 (17 2

7, 7) sts] twice, [6 (6, 7, 7, 7, 7) sts] 7 / 6 1

twice, then [6 (7, 7, 7, 8, 8) sts] 5 17 4 twice. Slip rem 34 (34, 35, 40, 42, 3 37 (41, 45, 49, 53, 57)" 2 46) back neck sts to a holder. 1 35 (39, 43, 47, 51, 55)" LACE & CABLE CHART

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Skill Level Sizes Vest Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- large, 2X-large) Instructions are given Cascading gracefully, the front for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is pieces undulate with every move given, it applies to all sizes. you make. Finished Measurement Back width: 20 (20, 22, 24, 26) inches Lace (multiple of 9 sts + 3) When working a shaping decrease, Materials Row 1 (RS): Knit across. omit the corresponding yarn over in • Worsted weight yarn* (135 yds/ Row 2: Purl across. order to decrease a stitch. 50g per ball): 7 (8, 9, 9, 10) Row 3: *K3, k2tog, k1, yo, k3; balls old lilac #6905 rep from * to last 3 sts, end k3. Left Front • Size 6 (4mm) 24-inch circular needle or Row 4: P3, *p4, yo, p1, p2tog, p2; With larger needle, cast on 81 (81, size needed to obtain gauge rep from * across. 90, 90, 99) sts. • Size 8 (5mm) needle or size needed to Row 5: *K1, k2tog, k1, yo, k5; obtain gauge rep from * to last 3 sts, end k3. Edging • Stitch markers Row 6: P3, *p6, yo, p1, p2tog; Next row (WS): Work 3 sts in rev rep from * across. St st (edge sts), work 75 (75, 84, 84, *Sample project was completed with Classic Silk Rows 7 and 8: Rep Rows 1 and 2. 93) sts in St st, work 3 sts in rev St st (50% cotton/30% silk/20% nylon) from Classic Row 9: K3, *k3, yo, k1, ssk, k3; rep (edge sts). Elite Yarns. from * across. Work 2 more rows in established Row 10: *P2, ssp, p1, yo, p4; rep pat. from * to last 3 sts, end p3. Gauge Row 11: K3, *k5, yo, k1, ssk, k1; Body 20 sts and 33 rows = 4 inches/10cm rep from * across. Set-up pat in 1/1 Rib pat on smaller needles. Row 12: *Ssp, p1, yo, p6; Row 1 (RS): Work 3 sts in rev St st, 18 sts and 27 rows = 4 inches/ rep from * to last 3 sts, end p3. work Row 1 of Lace pat across next 10cm in Lace pat on larger needles. Rep Rows 1–12 for pat. 75 (75, 84, 84, 93) sts, work 3 sts in To save time, take time to rev St st. check gauge. Pattern Notes Rows 2–6: Continue in established Fronts are knit from side to side and pat. Special Abbreviations shaped asymmetrically. Back is knit Continue in established pat, dec Make 1 (M1): Inc 1 by making from lower edge to shoulder. 1 st by p2, p2tog at beg of next and backward loop on right needle. A chart is provided for those [every 6th row] 17 times—63 (63, Slip, slip, purl (ssp): Slip next 2 sts preferring to work the Lace pattern 72, 72, 81) sts. kwise, then slip back to LH needle; from a chart. Work even until front measures p2tog-tbl. This left-leaning dec Stitch count in the Lace pattern 21 inches from beg, ending with a matches ssk on RS. is maintained by working paired WS row. yarn over increases and decreases. Pattern Stitches When shaping, only work a yarn Note: Front neck, side and armhole 1/1 Rib (odd number of sts) over or decrease if the correspond- shaping are worked at the same time; Row 1: K1, *p1, k1; rep from * across. ing decrease or yarn over can be read instructions carefully before beg. Row 2: P1, *k1, p1; rep from * across. worked; otherwise, work the stitches Rep Rows 1 and 2 for pat. in stockinette stitch. Uploaded by The Knitter 36 Creative Knitting may 2011 Shape front neck Inc row (RS): Work to last 3 sts, M1, work 3 sts in rev St st. Ebb & Flow Continue in pat, working Inc row [every 4th row] 4 times, then [every other row] 4 times, working inc sts in St st. At the same time, when front measures 23 inches from cast-on edge, end with a WS row.

Vest Shape side Note: When front measures 25 inches from beg, work 3 edge sts in St st instead of rev St st. Bind off at beg of every RS row [2 sts] 5 (5, 12, 10, 17) times, then [1 st] 12 (12, 5, 7, 0) times. At the same time, when front measures 27 inches from beg, end with RS row— 50 (50, 52, 52, 56) sts.

Shape armhole Next row (WS): Bind off 46 (46, 48, 50, 52) sts, work in pat to end. Dec 1 st at end of row next RS and then [every other row] twice—1 st. Finish off.

Right Front With larger needle cast on 81 (81, 90, 90, 99) sts.

Edging Next row (WS): Work 3 sts in rev St st (edge sts), work 75 (75, 84, 84, 93) sts in St st, work 3 sts in rev St st (edge sts). Work 2 more rows in established pat.

Body Set-up pat Row 1 (RS): Work 3 sts in rev St st, work Row 1 of Lace pat across next 75 (75, 84, 84, 93) sts, work 3 sts in rev St st. Rows 2–6: Continue in established pat. Continue in established pat, dec 1 st by working to last 4 sts, p2tog, work 2 sts in rev St st at end of next row and then [every 6th row] 17 times—63 (63, 72, 72, 81) sts rem.

continued on page 78

Uploaded by The Knitter Design by joЁlle meier rioux Go With the Flow Camisole Wear with our vest for a right-now look.

Finished Measurements Chest: 35 (38, 42, 45, 49) inches

Materials • Worsted weight yarn* (135 yds/ 50g per ball): 7 (8, 9, 11, 12) balls oatmeal #6906 • Size 6 (4mm) double-point needles • Size 7 (4.5mm) 29- to 32-inch circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch markers • Stitch holders or waste yarn

*Sample pattern was completed with Classic Silk (50% cotton/30% silk/20% nylon) from Classic Elite Yarns.

Uploaded by The Knitter 38 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 Gauge Row 3: *K2, k2tog, k3, yo; rep from * Lace pattern, maintain the edge 19 sts and 24 rows = 4 inches/ to last 3 sts, end k3. stitch and do not work a yarn over 10cm in Lace pat on larger needles. Row 4: P3, *yo, p4, p2tog, p1; or a decrease unless you can also 17 sts and 29 rows = 4 inches/ rep from * across. work its accompanying decrease 10cm in garter st on larger needles. Row 5: *K2tog, k5, yo; rep from * to or yarn over; work the stitches in To save time, take time to last 3 sts, end k3. stockinette stitch instead. check gauge. Row 6: *P4, ssp, p1, yo; rep from * to A chart is provided for those last 3 sts, end p3. preferring to work Lace pattern Go With Special Abbreviations Row 7: K3, *yo, k2, ssk, k3; rep from from a chart. Make 1 (M1): Insert LH needle * across. from front to back under horizontal Row 8: *P2, ssp, p3, yo; rep from * to Back strand between last st worked and last 3 sts, end p3. Cast on 96 (103, 110, 117, 124) sts. next st on LH needle, k1-tbl. Row 9: K3, *yo, k4, ssk, k1; rep from Purl across. the Flow Slip, slip, purl (ssp): Slip next 2 sts * across. Set-up row (RS): K1 (edge st), work kwise, then slip back to LH needle; Row 10: *Ssp, p5, yo; rep from * to Row 1 of Lace pat to last st, end k1 p2tog-tbl. This left-leaning dec last 3 sts, end p3. (edge st). matches ssk on RS. Rep Rows 1–10 for pat. Continue working first and last sts in St st and rem sts in Lace pat until Pattern Stitch Pattern Notes back measures 4 inches from cast- Lace (multiple of 7 sts + 3) The first and last stitches are edge on edge, ending with a WS row. Row 1 (RS): *K4, k2tog, k1, yo; stitches and are worked in stock- rep from * to last 3 sts, end k3. inette stitch on the body and garter Shape sides Row 2: P3, *yo, p2, p2tog, p3; stitch on the bodice. Dec row (RS): K1, k2tog, work in pat rep from * across. When working shaping in the continued on page 85

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Uploaded by The Knitter Design by lorna miser Timeless Tunic Sleek lines make a powerful statement when the color is saturated and summery.

Finished Measurements Chest: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52) inches Length: 27 (27, 28, 29, 30) inches

Materials • DK weight linen yarn* (137 yds/50g per skein): 7 (8, 10, 12, 13) skeins turquoise #10 • Size 4 (3.5mm) straight or 24-inch circular and 16-inch circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch holders • 3 (7/8-inch) buttons #12241

*Sample project was completed with Fibra Natura Flax (100% linen) from Universal Yarn Inc., and buttons from JHB International.

continued on page 80 Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 41 Design by brenda castiel Picasso Cardigan Skill Level Sizes Woman’s extra-small (small, medium, large, extra-large, 2X-large) Instructions Make 1 Right (M1R): Inc by insert- Continue in established pats, are given for smallest size, with larger ing LH needle from back to front working rib on right half and Stripe sizes in parentheses. When only 1 num- under horizontal thread between pat on left half, until piece measures ber is given, it applies to all sizes. last st worked and next st on LH 14 (14, 141/2, 141/2, 151/2, 151/2) inches, needle, k1. ending with a WS row. Finished Measurements Chest: 32 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50) inches, not Pattern Stitch Shape armholes including overlapping fronts (based on Stripe Bind off 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 5) sts at beg of back width doubled) *Work 20 rows in St st, 13 rows in next 2 rows, then 3 sts at beg of fol- Length: 213/4 (213/4, 221/4, 223/4, 241/4, rev St st; rep from * for pat. lowing 2 rows—68 (73, 81, 91, 99, 241/4) inches 109) sts. Pattern Notes Dec 1 st at each edge of [every RS Materials Sweater is knit at looser gauge row] 0 (0, 0, 3, 6, 9) times—68 (73, • Sport weight yarn* (200 yds/ than usual to ensure a flowing 81, 85, 87, 91) sts. 45g per skein): 5 (6, 6, 7, 7, 8) drapey look. Work even until armholes mea- skeins apricot & plum jam #1166847 Fronts are wider than back for sure 7 (7, 7, 71/2, 8, 8) inches. • Size 6 (4mm) 24- or 32-inch circular and extra drapiness. They can be over- double-point (for sleeves) needles or lapped and closed with a shawl pin Shape shoulders size needed to obtain gauge if desired. At beg of row, bind off [6 (7, 8, • Stitch markers Work all increases and decreases 9, 9, 9) sts] twice, [6 (6, 8, 8, 8, 9) • Safety pins 1 stitch in from the edge. sts] twice and [6 (7, 7, 6, 6, 6) sts] twice—32 (33, 35, 39, 41, 43) sts. *Sample project was completed with Ewe Silky Back Bind off rem sts. Thing (50% silk/50% merino wool) from Cast on 80 (85, 95, 105, 115, 125) sts. Scarlet Fleece. Row 1 (RS): K1 (2, 0, 2, 0, 2), p2, *k2, Right Front p2; rep from * to last st, k1. Cast on 50 (55, 60, 65, 70, 75) sts. Row 2: P1, k2, *p2, k2; rep from * Row 1 (RS): *K2, p2; rep from * to Gauge to last 1 (2, 0, 2, 0, 2) sts, k1 (2, 0, last 2 (3, 0, 1, 2, 3) st(s), end k2 (3, 0, 20 sts and 28 rows = 4 inches/ 2, 0, 2). 1, 2, 3). 10cm in St st. Rows 3–12: Rep [Rows 1 and 2] Row 2: P2 (3, 0, 1, 2, 3), *k2, p2; rep To save time, take time to 5 times. from * to end. check gauge. Rows 3–12: Rep [Rows 1 and 2] Set up pat 5 times. Special Abbreviations Row 1 (RS): K2 (4, 2, 1, 5, 3), p3, [k4, Row 13: [K4, p3] 7 (7, 8, 9, 10, 10) Increase (inc): Inc 1 by knitting in p3] 5 (5, 6, 7, 7, 8) times, place mark- times, k5 (6, 4, 2, 0, 5). front and then in back of same st. er, k40 (43, 48, 52, 58, 63). Row 14: P5 (6, 4, 2, 0 5), [k3, p4] Make 1 Left (M1L): Inc by inserting Row 2: P40 (43, 48, 52, 58, 63), slip 7 (7, 8, 9, 10, 10) times. LH needle from front to back under marker, p3, [k4, p3] 5 (5, 6, 7, 7, 8) Rep Rows 13 and 14 until front horizontal thread between last st times, p2 (4, 2, 1, 5, 3). measures 14 (14, 141/2, 141/2, 151/2, worked and next st on LH needle, 151/2) inches, ending with a RS row. k1-tbl. Uploaded by The Knitter 42 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 Our ultra-flattering, rippling cardi will have you wishing for more Cardigan cool days to pop it on!

Uploaded by The Knitter Shape armhole Rep Rows 13 and 14 until insert Bind off 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 5) sts at beg of measures 10 (10, 11, 11, 111/2, next row, then 3 sts at beg of follow- 111/2) inches. ing WS row—44 (49, 53, 58, 62, Bind off in pat. 67) sts. Dec 1 st at armhole edge by Right Insert ssk on knit sts or p2tog on purl Note: This square will sewn into sts, [every WS row] 3 (4, 5, 6, 8, 9) side seam between right front and times—41 (45, 48, 52, 54, 58) sts. right back. Work even in pat until armhole Cast on 50 (50, 54, 54, 58, 58) sts. measures 5 (5, 5, 51/2, 6, 6) inches, Row 1 (RS): K2, *p2, k2; rep from * ending with a WS row. to end. Row 2: P2, *k2, p2; rep from * to Shape neckline end. At neck edge, bind off [14 (16, 16, Rows 3–12: Rep [Rows 1 and 2] 19, 21, 24) sts] once, [2 sts] 3 times, 5 times. then dec 1 st [every RS row] 3 (3, 3, Change to Stripe pat and work 4, 4, 4) times—18 (20, 23, 23, 23, even until insert measures 10 (10, 24) sts. 11, 11, 111/2, 111/2) inches. Work even in pat until armhole Bind off all sts. measures 7 (7, 7, 71/2, 8, 8) inches, ending with a RS row. Left Sleeve With dpn, cast on 40 (44, 48, 52, 56, Shape shoulder 60) sts, place marker and join, taking At armhole edge, bind off [6 (7, Shape neckline care not to twist sts. 8, 9, 9, 9) sts] once, [6 (6, 8, 8, 8, 9) At neck edge, bind off [14 (16, 16, Rnds 1–12: Work in k2, p2, rib. sts] once, and [6 (7, 7, 6, 6, 6) sts] 19, 21, 24) sts] once, [2 sts] 3 times, Rnds 13–16: K1 (3, 2, 4, 2, 4), p3, once—0 sts. then dec 1 st [every WS row] 3 (3, [k4, p3] 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) times, k1 (3, 3, 4, 4, 4) times—18 (20, 23, 23, 23, 1, 3, 2, 4). Left Front 24) sts. Inc rnd: K1, M1R, work in estab- Cast on 50 (55, 60, 65, 70, 75) sts. Work even in pat until armhole lished pat to last st, M1L, k1—42 (46, Row 1 (RS): K2 (3, 0, 1, 2, 3), *p2, k2; measures 7 (7, 7, 71/2, 8, 8) inches, 50, 54, 58, 62) sts. rep from * to end. ending with a WS row. Working new sts into rib pat, rep Row 2: *P2, k2; rep from * to last 2 Inc rnd [every 4 rnds] 6 times, [every (3, 0, 1, 2, 3) st(s), end p2 (2, 0, 1, 2, Shape shoulder 6 rnds] 4 times, and then [every 8 2), k0 (1, 0, 0, 0, 1). At armhole edge, bind off [6 (7, rnds] 5 (4, 5, 4, 5, 6) times—72 (74, Rows 3–12: Rep [Rows 1 and 2] 8, 9, 9, 9) sts] once, [6 (6, 8, 8, 8, 9) 80, 82, 88, 94) sts. 5 times. sts] once, and [6 (7, 7, 6, 6, 6) sts] Work even until sleeve measures Change to Stripe pat and work once—0 sts. 17 (171/2, 171/2, 18, 18, 18) inches even until front measures 14 (14, or desired length to underarm, 141/2, 141/2, 151/2, 151/2) inches from Left Insert ending last rnd 2 (2, 3, 3, 4, 4) sts cast-on edge, ending with a WS row. Note: This square will be sewn into before marker. side seam between left front and Shape armhole left back. Shape cap Bind off 3 (3, 4, 4, 5, 5) sts at beg Cast on 50 (50, 54, 54, 58, 58) sts. Note: The cap is worked back and of next row, then 3 sts at beg of Row 1 (RS): K2, *p2, k2; rep from * forth in rows. following RS row—44 (49, 53, 58, to end. Bind off 4 (4, 6, 6, 8, 8) sts work 62, 67) sts. Row 2: P2, *k2, p2; rep from * to in pat to end—68 (70, 74, 76, 80, Dec 1 st at armhole edge [every end. 86) sts. RS row] 3 (4, 5, 6, 8, 9) times—41 Rows 3–12: Rep [Rows 1 and 2] Bind off 2 sts at beg of next 4 (45, 48, 52, 54, 58) sts. 5 times. rows—60 (62, 66, 68, 72, 78) sts. Work even until armhole mea- Row 13: K2 (2, 1, 1, 3, 3), p3, [k4, p3] Dec 1 st at each edge of [every RS sures 5 (5, 5, 51/2, 6, 6) inches, ending 6 (6, 7, 7, 7, 7) times, k3 (3, 1, 1, 3, 3). row] 3 (4, 5, 6, 7, 9) times, [every 4 with a RS row. Row 14: P3 (3, 1, 1, 3, 3), k3, [p4, k3] rows] 0 (0, 0, 4, 2, 3) times, [every RS 6 (6, 7, 7, 7, 7) times, k2 (2, 1, 1, 3, 3). row] 9 (8, 9, 1, 4, 3) times—36 (38, 38, 46, 46, 48) sts. Uploaded by The Knitter 44 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 Bind off 2 sts at beg of next 4 (4, Note: Ribbing should be blocked flat. Row 1 (WS): Purl across. 4, 2, 2, 0) rows—28 (30, 30, 42, 42, Sew shoulder seams. Sew in sleeve Row 2 (RS): *K2, inc; rep from * 48) sts. caps, easing as necessary. to end. Bind off 3 sts at beg of next 4 (4, Sew left insert to left front with Work even in St st for 4 rows. 4, 8, 8, 10) rows—16 (18, 18, 18, 18, k2, p2 ribbing aligned along front Bind off very loosely allowing 18) sts. edge; sew bound-off edge of left edge to curl. Bind off rem sts. insert to left back edge (see diagram). Right front edging Right Sleeve Rep for right insert, aligning rib With RS facing, pick up and knit With dpn, cast on 40 (44, 48, 52, 56, edge to right front and bound-off 3 sts for every 4 rows between lower 60) sts, place marker and join, taking edge to right back edge. edge to base of neck edging. care not to twist sts. Sew rem side seams. Row 1 (WS): Purl across. Rnds 1–12: Work in k2, p2, rib. Row 2 (RS): *K2, inc; rep from * Change to Stripe pat and work Finishing across. 4 rnds. Neck edging Work even in St st for 4 rows. Continue in Stripe pat and shape With RS facing, beg at right center Bind off very loosely allowing as for left sleeve. front neck edge, pick up and knit edge to curl. 1 st in each bound-off st and approx Assembly 3 sts for every 4 rows around neck Left front edging Block to finished measurements. edge to left center front. Work as for right front edging. ■

LEFT FRONT LEFT BACK RIGHT BACK RIGHT FRONT

61/2 (61/2, 7, 73/4, 81/4, 81/2)"

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16 (17, 19, 21, 23, 25)" / " " 1 10 (10, 11, 11, 11 11, 11, (10, 10 4 4 / / 3 )" 3 )" 2 (5 2 / , 8, 8)" 2 2 / 1 / 2 1 / 1 SLEEVE 1 5 , 18, 18, 18)" 18, , 18, , 15 2 , 21 / 2 2 / 1 / 1 )" 1 2 / 1 , 17 , 15 2 7 (7, 7, 7 7, 7 (7, / 2 1 / 1 RIGHT LEFT , 11 2 / , 20, 21 , 20, 1 2 / , 14 FRONT FRONT 1 2 / 1 17 (17 17

1 3 1 1 3 14 /2 (14 /4, 16, 16 /2, 17 /2, 18 /4)" 19 (19, 19 (19, 19 14 (14, 14 (14, 14 10 (11, 12, 13, 14, 15)" Insert 3 1 1 1 8 (8 /4, 9 /2, 10 /2, 11 /4, 12)" 10 (10, 11, 11, 11 11, 11, (10, 10 Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 45 Design by nancy anderson Elephant Baby Toy

Skill Level Finished Size Approx 7 inches high

Materials • Sock weight yarn* (213 yds/ 50g per skein): 1 skein faded jeans #3970 • Size 1 (2mm) set of 4 double-point or circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch marker • Polyester fiberfill • Small scrap of off-white felt • Embroidery floss in black and off-white • Embroidery needle • Plastic ball cat toy with enclosed bell • Baby teething ring with opening

*Sample project was completed with Red Heart Heart & Sole (70% superwash wool/30% nylon) from Coats & Clark.

Gauge 32 sts and 30 rnds = 4 inches/ Entertain a wee one with a tiny 10cm in St st. Exact gauge is not critical to this treasure that’s easily made with project. Gauge should be firm enough to prevent stuffing self-striping yarn. from showing. Uploaded by The Knitter 46 Creative Knitting may 2011 Special Abbreviation Rnd 1: Kfb in each st around—12 sts. Knit in front and back (kfb): Inc 1 Rnd 2: *K1, kfb; rep from * around— Exotic Handmade Knitting by knitting into front and back of 18 sts. same st. Rnd 3: *K2, kfb; rep from * around— Needles & Crochet Hooks 24 sts. Pattern Notes Rnd 4: *K3, kfb; rep at Reasonable Prices Toy is worked in the Tip Off from * around—30 sts. round beginning at Rnd 5: *K4, kfb; rep the bottom. Front For safety’s sake, use from * around—36 sts. legs end in I-cord embroidery for face Rnd 6: *K5, kfb; rep loops for attaching details. See how on from * around—42 sts. teething ring/rattle. page 91. Rnd 7: *K6, kfb; rep Cat toy is inserted from * around—48 sts. in head to provide Rnd 8: *K7, kfb; rep additional rattle sound. from * around—54 sts. Eyes are cut out of felt, embroi- Rnd 9: *K8, kfb; rep from * around— dered and sewn onto the head. 60 sts. Please do not use buttons or other Rnds 10–24: Knit around. attached objects which may present Rnd 25: *K8, k2tog; rep from * a choking hazard. around—54 sts. Rnd 26: *K7, k2tog; rep from * Head & Body around—48 sts. Cast on 6 sts, divide on 3 needles. Rnd 27: *K6, k2tog; rep from * Place marker for beg of rnd and join around—42 sts. without twisting. Rnd 28: Knit around. continued on page 90 LaurelHillOnline.com

Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 47 Design by julie gaddy Summer Time-Out

Skill Level Finished Size Approximately 45 inches square Throw Materials • DK weight yarn* (89 yds/ Curl up with a great book and 50g per skein): 11 skeins coral #9504 a light throw when your • Size 8 (5mm) 24-inch circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge schedule permits. • Stitch markers Row 8: K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, Rep last 2 rows until throw mea- *Sample project was completed with Pima slip marker, knit to next marker, slip sures 41 inches, or 3 inches less than Tencel (50% pima cotton/50% tencel) from marker, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, sl desired length from cast-on edge, Cascade Yarns. 1p wyif. ending with a WS row. Rows 9–12: Rep [Rows 7 and 8] Gauge twice more. Top border 17 sts and 23 rows = 4inches/ Row 13: Rep Row 7. Row 1 (RS): K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, 10cm in St st, after blocking. Row 14: K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, k1, k5, k1, *yo, p2tog; rep from * to Gauge is not critical to this project. slip marker, k5, place marker, k1, *yo, last 13 sts, removing markers on p2tog; rep from * to last 13 sts, end each side of center St st panel, Pattern Notes k1, place marker, k5, slip marker, k1, k1, k5, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, A circular needle is used to [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, sl 1p wyif. sl 1p wyif. accommodate the large number of Row 15: K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, Row 2: K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, stitches. Do not join; work back and slip marker, p5, slip marker, k1, *yo, p5, k1, *yo, p2tog; rep from * to st forth in rows. p2tog; rep from * to st before next before next marker, k1, p5, k1, Each row ends slip 1 purlwise with marker, k1, slip marker, p5, slip [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, sl 1p wyif. the yarn in front. At the beginning marker, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, Rows 3–6: Rep [Rows 1 and 2] of each row, keep yarn in back and sl 1p wyif. twice more. pull it across back of work to knit Rows 16–19: Rep [Rows 14 and Row 7: K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, the first stitch. This forms a smooth 15] twice. knit to last 7 sts, removing center border on the sides of the throw. 2 markers, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, To keep slip-stitch edge smooth, Body sl 1p wyif. join new skeins of yarn between the Note: On following rows, slip markers Row 8: K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, purl border and stockinette stitch center. as you come to them. to next marker, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, Next row (RS): K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, sl 1p wyif. Throw k1, k5, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, Rows 9–12: Rep [Rows 7 and 8] Bottom border place marker, k150, place marker, twice. Cast on 186 sts. k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, k5, k1, [yo, Row 13: Rep Row 7. Rows 1 (WS)–6: K2, *yo, p2tog; p2tog] twice, k1, sl 1p wyif. Rows 14–20: K2, *yo, p2tog; rep rep from * to last 2 sts, k1, sl 1p wyif. Next row: K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, from * to last 2 sts, removing rem Row 7: K2, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, p5, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, purl to markers, k1, sl 1p wyif. place marker, purl to last 7 sts, place next marker, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, Bind off loosely. marker, end k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, k1, p5, k1, [yo, p2tog] twice, k1, Block throw to finished size.■ sl 1p wyif. sl 1p wyif. Uploaded by The Knitter 48 Creative Knitting may 2011 Uploaded by The Knitter Design by amy polcyn Log Cabin

Skill Level Finished Sizes Throw Throw: Approx 36 x 46 inches Pillow: 14 inches square

Materials • Worsted weight yarn* (185 yds/ & Pillow 85g per skein): 3 skeins each foliage #0012 (A); ocean spray #0005 (B); 2 skeins each loden forest #0020 (C); green sheen #0004 (D); Savor the hues of summer in a peacock #0021 (E); 1 skein soft sunshine #0003 (F) quilt-look throw for the cabin • Size 9 (5.5mm) 32-inch circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge or a picnic. • 14-inch square pillow form

*Sample project was completed with Country (75% microdenier acrylic/25% merino wool) Throw Front from NaturallyCaron.com. Center Block Center Block With E, cast on 16 sts. Work in garter Gauge With E, cast on 40 sts. Work in garter st for 6 inches. Bind off all sts. 16 sts and 32 rows = 4 inches/ st for 13 inches. Bind off all sts. 10cm in garter st. Strip 1 To save time, take time to Strip 1 With F, pick up and knit 1 st for check gauge. With D, pick up and knit 1 st for every slipped st along RH edge every slipped st along LH edge of of block. Work in garter st for Pattern Notes center block. Work in garter st for 2 inches. Bind off all sts. Circular needle is used to 3 inches. Bind off all sts. Referring to pillow diagram for accommodate large number of Referring to throw diagram for sequence, color, size and direction stitches. Do not join; work back sequence, color, size and direction to knit, continue adding strips, and forth in rows. to knit, continue adding strips, working in same manner as strip 1. Yarn amounts are sufficient to working in same manner as strip 1. complete both the throw and Assembly the pillow. Finishing Block pieces to size. Sew front and Slip first stitch of each row purl- Block to size. back tog on 3 sides. Insert pillow wise throughout. This will make it form and sew last side. ■ easier to pick up the correct number Pillow diagrams on page 81 of stitches; pick up and knit 1 stitch in each slipped stitch (1 stitch for Back every 2 rows). With A, cast on 56 sts. Work in garter st for 14 inches. Bind off all sts.

Uploaded by The Knitter 50 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 Log Cabin Throw & Pillow

Uploaded by The Knitter Design by drops design for garnstudio

Playful flounces ripple the surface of this bag made to carry the essentials for work or play.

Skill Level Finished Measurement Approx 113/4 inches wide x 101/2 inches high

Materials • Worsted weight yarn* (82 yds/ 50g per ball): 6 balls light blue #29 (MC) and 1 ball white #16 (CC) • Size 4 (3.5mm) straight and 2 (24-inch) circular needles or size needed to obtain • Size 8 (5mm) 32-inch circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch markers

*Sample project was completed with DROPS Paris (100% cotton) from Garnstudio.

Gauge 19 sts = 4 inches/10cm with smaller needles in Seed St. 17 sts and 22 rows = 4 inches/ Rounds of 10cm with larger needles in St st. To save time, take time to check gauge. Ruffles Uploaded by The Knitter 52 Creative Knitting MAY 2011 Pattern Stitch Ruffle 4 Seed St (even number of sts in rnds) Work same as Ruffle 1. Work Ruffle 4 TM Rnd 1: *K1, p1; rep from * around. and body tog as for Ruffle 1. CraftCruises Rnd 2: Purl the knit sts and knit the With smaller needle and MC, purl Knitting Cruises Bermuda w/ Judy Pascale, purl sts. 1 rnd. Canadian Rail w/ Joan Schrouder, Rep Rnd 2 for pat. Next rnd: *K2, k2tog; rep from * Alaska w/ Jared Flood, Canada New around—84 sts. England w/ Donna Druchunas, Bag Work in Seed St pat for 2 inches. Knit & Ski Steamboat w/ Cat Bordhi Body Next rnd: Knit around. & Lucy Neatby, South America w/ Mary Jane Mucklestone & Cynthia Using smaller circular needle and Next rnd: Purl around. LeCount or Musk Ox & Glaciers MC, cast on 112 sts. Place marker on Bind off kwise. w/ Beth Brown-Reinsel needle and join without twisting to www.craftcruises.com work in rnds. Assembly 877-97-CRAFT Work Seed St pat for 2 inches. Fold with ruffled sides tog and sew Next rnd: Purl around. Do not cut bottom edge. Turn right side out. yarn. Set aside. Handle Ruffle 1 Make 2 Using larger needle and CC, cast on Using smaller straight needles and A full line of needle art supplies, 168 sts. Place marker on needle and MC, cast on 6 sts. shipped worldwide join without twisting to work in rnds. Row 1: *K1, p1; rep from * across. Next rnd: Purl around. Row 2: *P1, k1; rep from * across. www.NewEnglandNeedleArts.com Change to MC and knit 8 rnds. Rep Rows 1 and 2 until handle VISIT US ONLINE TODAY Change to smaller circular needle. measures 14 inches. We can order 70,000+ needle art items Next rnd: *K1, k2tog; rep from * Bind off in pat. Get 10% off your first website order. around—112 sts. Referring to photo, sew 1 handle Next rnd: Purl around. to each side of bag. ■ Ebay Store: Evening Stitches Also look for us on Amazon.com

Join ruffle & body Place ruffle on outside of body with WS of ruffle facing RS of body. Using 2nd smaller circular needle, knit 1 ruffle st tog with 1 body st around—112 sts. With smaller needle, continue in Seed St pat for 2 inches. Set piece aside.

Ruffle 2 Work same as Ruffle 1. Work Ruffle 2 and body tog as for Ruffle 1. With smaller needle, continue in Seed St pat for 2 inches (make sure to work same number of rnds as between Ruffles 1 and 2).

Ruffle 3 Work same as Ruffle 1. Work Ruffle 3 Rounds of and body tog as for Ruffle 1. With smaller needle, continue in Seed St pat for 2 inches (make sure to work same number of rnds as between previous ruffles).

Ruffles Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 53 Graphic Effects Enhance the contrast of black and white with a splash of red for a memorable flourish.

Uploaded by The Knitter Design by Marlaina Bird Caribbean Nights Spice up your nightlife with an asymmetric layer of slinky shimmer.

Finished Measurements Chest: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50) inches Length at longest point: 293/4 (301/2, 31, 313/4, 321/4) inches

Materials • Worsted weight yarn* (100 yds/ 40g per hank): 8 (9, 10, 11, 12) hanks wrought iron #4471 • Size 8 (5mm) 24-inch circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge • Stitch markers

*Sample project was completed with Seduce (47% rayon/25% linen/17% silk/11% nylon) from Berroco Inc.

Uploaded by The Knitter may 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 55 Gauge 16 sts and 22 rows = 4 inches/ 10cm in St st (after hanging; it is important to measure it that way). To save time, take time to check gauge.

Special Abbreviation Slip, slip, purl (ssp): Slip next 2 sts kwise, then slip back to LH needle; p2tog-tbl.

Pattern Notes Design is intended to be very close-fitting. For a looser fit, choose a larger size. Circular needle is used to accom- (121, 123, 126, 128), place marker, marker, place marker, k5, remove modate large number of stitches. knit to end of row, cast on 96 sts— marker; join 2nd ball of yarn, k5, Do not join; work back and forth 246 (252, 256, 262, 266) sts. place marker, knit to end. in rows. Next row (WS): K5, place marker, Next row (WS): Working front and Garment is worked sideways purl to last marker, end k5. back with separate balls of yarn, [k5, from cuff of sleeve to opposite Work even in St st, keeping 5 sts purl to next marker, k5] twice. armhole edge with garter edgings at each edge in garter st until body Continue to shape lower edges as at neck and bottom edges, which measures 2 inches from armhole established, and at the same time, are worked as you go. edge, ending with a WS row. beg on this row, dec 1 st at each Work decreases 1 stitch in from neck edge [every other row] 11 (16, the garter border on both neck and Shape bottom edges 11, 10, 5) times, then [every 3rd row] bottom edges. Note: Read through instructions 16 (14, 21, 25, 32) times—80 sts When decreasing on right side, before continuing; neckline shaping each side. work the decrease as a slip, slip, knit is worked at the same time as lower Continue to work even in St st (ssk) at the beginning of row or as edge shaping. until body measures 17 (19, 21, 23, knit 2 together (k2tog) at the end of Work in established pat, dec 1 st at 25) inches from armhole edge. a row. When decreasing on wrong each end on next row, then [every 4 Bind off all sts. side, work the decrease as purl 2 (6, 6, 6, 8) rows] 15 times—214 (220, together (p2tog) at the beginning of 224, 230, 234) sts. Assembly row, or as slip, slip, purl (ssp) at the Sew sleeve and side seams, leaving end of the row. Divide for front & back 3 inches open at bottom of longer At the same time, when body mea- side and 8 inches on shorter side. ■ Sleeve sures 4 (5, 5, 5, 5) inches from arm- Cast on 92 (104, 112, 124, 132) sts. hole edge, knit to 5 sts before 2nd Beg with a RS row, work in St st until sleeve measures 2 inches from 20" 24" beg, ending with a WS row.

Shape sleeve Continuing in St st, dec 1 st at each BODY side on next row, then [every 4 (3, 3,

3, 3) rows] 18 (21, 23, 26, 28) more 21, 23, 25)" (19, 17 times—54, (60, 64, 70, 74) sts.

Work even in St st until sleeve 4 (5, 5, 5)" Direction measures 17 (17, 18, 18, 18) inches SLEEVE from cuff, ending with a WS row. of knitting

Body 18)" 18, 18, (17, 17 1 1 1 Cast on 96 sts, turn. 13 /2 (15, 16, 17 /2, 18 /2)" Next row: K5, place marker, k118 23 (26, 28, 31, 33)" Uploaded by The Knitter 56 Creative Knitting may 2011 Evening Flared Jumper Modest Hug Preemie outfit Shadows design by Lorna Miser, design by Mareva Lynde designs by Cardi Courtesy of Red Heart Beth ann Beck design by Ann E. Smith

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Just sign in with your e-mail address and you have full access to those extra patterns as long as the current issue is online! Newsstand buyers can sign in with theUploaded limited-time by The Knitter code KD0049. Design by Gwen Bortner City Swing Skill Level Sizes Woven-look entrelac beguiles Woman’s extra-small (small, medium, large, extra-large, 2X-large, 3X-large) the senses in a stellar look Instructions are given for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When for the avenue. only 1 number is given it applies to all sizes.

Finished Measurement reversible, so it is recommended that Special Technique Back width: 17 (19, 21, 23, 25, 27, each tier be worked as a left-leaning Reversible Pick-Up (10 sts) 29) inches tier. At end of tier, flip fabric over and Row 1: [Pick up and knit 1 st, yo] Note: This is approx 1/2 of finished chest. work the following tier again as a 9 times, pick up and knit 1 st— left-leaning tier. 19 sts. Materials Row 2: Work in pat, working each • Sport weight yarn* (437 yds/ Garter Rectangle (GR) picked-up st and yo tog across to 150g per ball): 3 (3, 4, 5, 5, 6, 6) Set-up rows: Work 2-row Reversible last st, work last st in pat—10 sts. balls #2100 Pick-Up—10 sts. • Size 5 (3.75mm) 24-inch circular needle Row 1 and all odd-numbered Left Front or size needed to obtain gauge rows: K10. Tier 1: Cast on 10 sts. Work 20 rows Row 2 and all even-numbered in garter st. *Sample project was completed with Zauberball rows: K9, k2tog (1 st from GR with Tier 2: First rectangle: Cast on 10 sts; Starke 6 (75% superwash wool/25% nylon) from 1 st from unit in previous tier). beg with Row 2, work DSR. 2nd Skacel Collection Inc. Rep last 2 rows until 10 sts from rectangle: Work 2-row Reversible unit in previous tier have been Pick-Up across unit in previous tier, Gauge joined to GR. work 20 rows in Double Seed St. 22 sts and 44 rows = 4 inches/ Tier 3: First rectangle: Cast on 10 sts, 10cm in garter st. Double Seed Rectangle (DSR) beg with Row 2, work GR. 2nd 23 sts and 42 rows = 4 inches/ Set-up rows: Work 2-row Reversible rectangle: Work GR. 3rd rectangle: 10cm in Double Seed St. Pick-Up—10 sts. Work 2-row Reversible Pick-Up Row 1: [K1, p1] 5 times. across unit in previous tier, work Pattern Stitches Row 2: [K1, p1] 4 times, k1, p2tog 20 rows in garter st. Double Seed St (even number of sts) (1 st from DSR with 1 st from unit in Tier 4: Cast on 10 sts, beg with Rows 1 and 2: *K1, p1; rep from * previous tier). Row 2, work DSR. Work 2 DSR. Work across. Row 3: [P1, k1] 5 times. 2-row Reversible Pick-Up across unit Rows 3 and 4: *P1, k1; rep from * Row 4: [P1, k1] 4 times, p1, k2tog in previous tier, work 20 rows in across. (1 st from DSR with 1 st from unit in Double Seed St. Rep Rows 1–4 for pat. previous tier). Tier 5: Cast on 10 sts, beg with Row Rep Rows 1–4 until 10 sts from 2, work GR. Work 3 GR. Work 2-row Entrelac unit in previous tier have been Reversible Pick-Up, across unit in Note: The following entrelac units are joined to DSR. used for fronts of sweater. Each unit is continued on page 87 Uploaded by The Knitter 58 Creative Knitting may 2011 Swing

Uploaded by The Knitter Design by lois young Stripe Trimmed

Skill Level Pullover Sizes Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- large, 2X-large) Instructions are given Crisp white with black-accented for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is borders is a perennial favorite. given, it applies to all sizes.

Finished Measurements Chest: 35 (39, 43, 47, 51) inches Row 1: Sl 1, pick up MC from under Back Length: 23 (24, 241/2, 251/2, 26) inches CC, k8, pick up 2nd strand of CC Work Rows 1–4 of Band pat for from under MC, k1. 171/2 (191/2, 211/2, 231/2, 251/2) inches, Materials Row 2: Sl 1, pick up MC from under ending with Row 3, then bind off • Worsted weight yarn* (185 yds/ CC, k8, pick up strand of CC from all sts kwise on WS—75 (83, 91, 99, 100g per skein): 5 (6, 7, 8, 9) under strand of MC, k1. 107) ridges. skeins white #800 (MC), 1 skein Row 3: With CC, sl 1, k8, pick up Change to larger needles. With black #899 (CC) 2nd strand of CC from under main MC, pick up and knit 75 (83, 91, 99, • 2 size 6 (4.25mm) double-point needles strand, k1. 107) sts, and at the same time, inc • Size 7 (4.5mm) needles or size needed Row 4: Sl 1, pick up main strand of by M1 15 (17, 19, 21, 23) sts evenly to obtain gauge CC from under 2nd strand, k9. (approx every 5 ridges)—90 (100, Rep Rows 1–4 for pat. 110, 120, 130) sts. *Sample project was completed with Saucy Work back and forth in St st until (100% cotton) from Reynolds. Pattern Notes back measures 14 (141/2, 15, 151/2, 16) To obtain chained edge on band, inches, ending with a WS row. slip first stitch of every row with Gauge yarn in front of work. Take yarn to Shape armholes 20 sts and 29 rows = 4 inches back of work for remainder of row. Bind off 9 (10, 11, 12, 13) sts at beg in St st. Row gauge is harder to match of next 2 rows, then dec 1 st at each 17 ridges = 4 inches in Band pat. than stitch gauge. If more or fewer edge [every RS row] 4 (5, 6, 7, 8) To save time, take time to ridges of band are needed to obtain times—64 (70, 76, 82, 88) sts. check gauge. correct length, adjust as follows: Work even until armholes Count number of ridges and sub- measure 61/2 (7, 7, 71/2, 71/2) inches, Special Abbreviation tract this number from total stitches ending with a WS row. Make 1 (M1): Inc by making a back- needed after body or sleeve; pick- ward loop over right needle. up and knit stitches. The difference Shape neck is number of stitches that must be K 16 (18, 20, 22, 24); attach 2nd ball Pattern Stitch increased or decreased evenly for of yarn and bind off 32 (34, 36, 38, Band (panel of 10 sts) body or sleeve. 40) sts, k 16 (18, 20, 22, 24). With CC and dpn, cast on 10 sts. Work all decreases and increases Working both sides at once with Knit 1 row. Cut an extra strand of CC, 1 stitch in from edge: slip, slip, knit separate balls of yarn, dec 1 st at 31/2 yds each for body and sleeves, (ssk) on right-hand edge, knit 2 each neck edge [every RS row] 3 7 yds for neck opening. together (k2tog) on left-hand edge. continued on page 86 Uploaded by The Knitter 60 Creative Knitting may 2011 Pullover

Uploaded by The Knitter I Thee Wed The promises made for a lifetime of love extend from the ceremony to years beyond.

Uploaded by The Knitter Design by Jae Koscierzynski Ella’s Evening Gloves

Skill Level Sizes Woman’s small (medium, large) Instructions are given for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes.

Finished Measurement Hand circumference: 51/2 (7, 81/4) inches

Materials • DK weight yarn* (220 yds/100g per skein): 1 (2, 2) skein(s) off-white #3718 Elegance is embodied in a pair • Size 4 (3.5mm) double-point needles or size needed to obtain gauge of long beaded wristlets for your • Stitch marker • Stitch holder special day or night • 476 (576, 672) 6/0 seed beads

Gauge Make 1 (M1): Insert LH needle *Sample project was completed with Ultra Pima 26 sts and 32 rnds = 4 inches/ from front to back under horizontal (100% pima cotton) from Cascade Yarns. 10cm in St st. strand between last st worked and To save time, take time to next st on LH needle, k1-tbl. check gauge. Slip marker (SM): Slip marker from work to st to be wrapped, take yarn LH to RH needle as you come to it. to back between needles, slip next Special Abbreviations st to RH needle, bring yarn forward, Knit 1 st with bead (k1b): Insert Wrap and Turn (W/T): On RS rows, return slipped st (which is now RH needle kwise in next st, wrap work to st to be wrapped, bring wrapped) to LH needle; turn, leaving yarn around needle, moving bead yarn forward between needles, slip rem sts unworked. up close to needle and pushing it next st to RH needle, move yarn to To hide wraps: Use tip of RH needle through st as you bring needle back, return slipped st (which is now to pick up wrap and work wrap tog back through. wrapped) to LH needle; turn, leav- with wrapped st. ing rem sts unworked. On WS rows, continued on page 89 Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 63 Design by sara louise harper Perfection

Skill Level Elegance is the look to grace Sizes the ceremony and for many Woman’s small (medium, large, extra- large, 2X-large) Instructions are given for occasions afterward. smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes. Row 6: K1, [k2tog, yo] twice, k5, yo, (p2tog) at the beginning and slip, k1—12 sts. slip, purl (ssp) at the end. Finished Measurements Row 8: K3, [yo, k2tog] twice, k1, Chest: 40 (44, 48, 52, 56) inches k2tog, yo, k2tog—11 sts. Back Length: 241/4 (251/4, 251/4, 261/4, Row 10: K4, yo, k2tog, yo, k3tog, Cast on 116 (126, 138, 150, 162) sts 261/4) inches yo, k2tog—10 sts. and work in St st until Row 12: K5, yo, back measures 16 (161/2, Materials k3tog, yo, k2tog— Tip Off 16, 161/2, 16) inches, • Sport weight yarn* (120 yds/ 9 sts. ending with a WS row. 50g per skein): 12 (14, 15, 17, Rep Rows 1–12 To learn more about 19) skeins pearl grey #18 until required length seaming with a Shape armhole • Size 4 (3.5mm) needles or size needed to corner, ending 3-needle bind-off, see Bind off 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) to obtain gauge with Row 6. page 92. sts at beg of next 2 • Stitch holders rows, then dec 1 st at Corner each edge [every other *Sample project was completed with DROPS Row 1: K10, turn. row] 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) times—92 (98, Cotton Viscose (54% Egyptian cotton/ Row 2: Sl 1, [yo, k2tog] twice, k1, 106, 114, 122) sts. 46% viscose) from Garnstudio. k2tog, yo, k2tog. Work even until armhole mea- Row 3: K8, turn. sures 71/2 (8, 81/2, 9, 91/2) inches, end- Row 4: Sl 1, yo, k2tog, yo, k3tog, ing with a WS row. Gauge yo, k2tog. 23 sts and 32 rows = 4 inches/ Row 5: K6, turn. Shape neck 10cm in St st. Row 6: Sl 1, yo, k3tog, yo, k2tog. K24 (28, 30, 34, 36); attach 2nd skein To save time, take time to Row 7: K6, turn. of yarn and bind off center 44 (42, check gauge. Row 8: [K2tog, yo] twice, k1, yo, k1. 46, 46, 50) sts, knit to end—24 (28, Row 9: K8, turn. 30, 34, 36) sts on each side. Special Abbreviation Row 10: [K2tog, yo] twice, k3, yo, k1. Dec 1 st at each neck edge [every Slip, slip, purl (ssp): Slip next 2 sts Row 11: K10, turn. row] 4 times—20 (24, 26, 30, 32) sts kwise, then slip back to LH needle; Row 12: [K2tog, yo] twice, k5, yo, k1. on each side. p2tog-tbl. Row 13: K12. Place sts on holders. Beg Lace Edging pat with Row 8 Pattern Stitches and continue to next corner. Right Front Lace Edging Note: Read through front instruc- Cast on 9 sts. Pattern Note tions before beg; neckline shaping is Row 1 and all RS rows: Knit across. Work decreases 1 stitch in from worked at the same time as arm- Row 2: K3, [k2tog, yo] twice, k1, yo, each edge on right-side (RS) rows hole shaping. k1—10 sts. by working slip, slip, knit (ssk) at Cast on 52 (58, 64, 70, 76) sts and Row 4: K2, [k2tog, yo] twice, k3, yo, the beginning and knit 2 together work in St st until front measures k1—11 sts. (k2tog) at the end. On wrong-side (WS) rows, work purl 2 together continued on page 88 Uploaded by The Knitter 64 Creative Knitting may 2011 Perfection

Uploaded by The Knitter Designs by tRish warrick A Dainty Duo Bolero & Headband

Skill Level Sizes Child’s 2–4 (6–8, 10–12) Instructions are given for smallest size, with larger sizes in parentheses. When only 1 number is given, it applies to all sizes.

Finished Measurements Chest: 26 (30, 34) inches Length: 91/4 (93/4, 11) inches

Materials • DK weight yarn* (122 yds/ 50g per skein): 3 (3, 4) skeins #9210 pink • Size 6 (4mm) straight (for bolero) and 2 dpns (for headband) needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Size F/5 (3.75mm) crochet hook The flower girl will • Steel crochet hook that fits through hole in beads (optional) love this sweet duo of • 3/8-inch-wide pink plastic headband • 3 (3mm) glass beads bolero and headband.

*Sample project was completed with Ashton (50% baby alpaca/40% fine merino/10% silk) from Plymouth Yarn Co.

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UploadedE-MAIL by ADDRESSThe Knitter SWARE-A Send No Money Now! Invoice will be included with your shipment. Past due balances subject to a late fee of $1.95. Gauge 24 sts and 28 rows = 4 inches in Eyelet pat. To save time, take time to check gauge.

Pattern Stitch Eyelet (multiple of 6 sts +3) Rows 1, 3, 9 and 11: Knit across. Rows 2 and all even-numbered rows: Purl across. Row 5: K1 *k3, yo, ssk, k1; rep from * to last 2 sts, end k2. Row 7: K1, *k1, k2tog, yo, k1, yo, ssk; rep from * to last 2 sts, end k2. Row 13: K1, *yo, ssk, k4; rep from * to last 2 sts, yo, ssk. Row 15: K1, *k1, yo, ssk, k1, k2tog, yo; rep from to last 2 sts, end k2. Row 16: Purl across. Rep Rows 1–16 for pat.

Pattern Notes Eyelet pattern is formed by paired yarn overs and decreases. When shaping neck in order to keep stitch count correct, only work eyelet pattern yarn over when enough stitches remain to work its corre- 31/2 (4, 41/2) inches, or desired length Row 2: P1 (edge st), work Row 2 of sponding slip, slip, knit (ssk) or knit to armhole, ending with a WS row. Eyelet pat to last 6 sts, p2, 2 together (k2tog) decrease. k2, p2. When working a neck shaping Shape armhole Continue in established pat until decrease, omit the corresponding Bind off 6 sts at beg front measures 31/2 (4, yarn over in order to decrease of next 2 rows—65 41/2) inches, or desired a stitch. (77, 89) sts. Tip Off length to armhole, Continue even in ending with a RS row. Bolero pat until armhole New to cable cast-on? measure 53/4 (53/4, Learn the method on Shape armhole Back 61/2) inches. page 94. Next row (WS): Using cable cast-on method, cast on Bind off. Bind off 6 sts, work 77 (89, 101) sts. in pat to end—34 Right Front (40, 46) sts. Bottom border Using cable cast-on method, cast on Work 4 (4, 2) rows even in pat, Row 1 (RS): K3, p2, *k1, p2; rep from 40 (46, 52) sts. ending with a WS row. * to last 3 sts, k3. Row 2: P3, k2, *p1, k2; rep from * to Bottom border Shape neck last 3 sts, end p3. Row 1 (RS): K2, p2, *k1, p2; rep from Next row (RS): K2, p2, k2 (front * to last 3 sts, k3. border), ssk, work in pat to end— Body Row 2: P3, k2, *p1, k2; rep from * to 33 (39, 45) sts. Row 1 (RS): K1, work Row 1 of Eyelet last 2 sts, end p2. pat across to last st, k1. Next row: Work in pat across. Row 2: P1, work Row 2 of Eyelet pat Body Rep last 2 rows 15 (17, 21) more across to last st, p1. Row 1: K2, p2, k2 (front border), times—18 (22, 24) sts. Continue in established pat, work- work Row 1 of Eyelet pat over next Work even, if necessary, until arm- ing first and last sts in St st and rem 33 (39, 45) sts, k1 (edge st). hole measures 53/4 (53/4, 61/2) inches. sts in Eyelet pat until back measures Bind off. Uploaded by The Knitter 68 Creative Knitting may 2011 Left Front Finishing Using cable cast-on method, cast on Sew upper sleeve edge to body 40 (46, 52) sts. underarm. Sew underarm and side seams. Bottom border Row 1 (RS): K3, p2, *k1, p2; rep from Edging * to last 2 sts, k2. Note: If not familiar with chain (ch), Row 2: P2, k2, *p1, k2; rep from * to single crochet (sc) and slip stitch (sl last 3 sts, end p3. st), refer to Crochet Class, page 97. With RS facing, join yarn at bottom Body of right front; sl st in same st as join- Row 1 (RS): K1 (edge st), work Row ing, *ch 1, sl st in next st; rep from 1 of Eyelet pat over next 33 (39, 45) * evenly along right front, in each sts, k2, p2, k2 (front border). bound-off st across back neck and Row 2: P2, k2, p2, work Row 2 of along left front. Note: Pick up 1 st in Eyelet pat to last st, p1. each row or bound-off st, skipping a st Continue in established pat until as needed to keep work flat. front measures 31/2 (4, 41/2) inches, or Fasten off. desired length to armhole, ending with a WS row. Headband With dpn, cast on 4 sts. *K4, do not Shape armhole turn, slide sts to opposite end of Next row (RS): Bind off 6 sts, work in needle, bring yarn tightly across pat to end—34 (40, 46) sts. back of work; rep from * until I-cord made to LH needle] 5 times; rep Work 5 (5, 3) rows even in pat, is long enough to cover plastic from * across—10 sts. ending with a WS row. headband. Bind off. Cut yarn and thread through Insert headband in I-cord, and sts, pull closed to form a 5-petaled Shape neck sew ends closed. flower. Bring yarn tail to RS through Next row (RS): Work in pat to center of flower and use to sew last 8 sts, k2tog, k2, p2, k2—33 Flower on bead. Sew flower to headband, (39, 45) sts. Make 3 anchoring bead at the same time. ■ Next row: Work in pat across. Using cable cast-on method, cast Rep last 2 rows 15 (17, 21) more on 35 sts. *K1, [k2tog, return st just times—18 (22, 24) sts. Work even, if necessary, until armhole measures 53/4 (53/4, 61/2) inches. Bind off. 1 5 (6, 7)" 3 (3 /2, 4)"

Sleeves STITCH KEY 13 (15, 17)"

With RS facing, pick up and knit 65 )"

K on RS, p on WS 2 / (65, 71) sts evenly around armhole Yo 1 K2tog opening. (4, 4 2 / )" 1 Ssk 2 BACK / 3 Next row (WS): P1, work Row 2 of 1 , 6 4

Eyelet pat across to last st, p1. / 3

Continue in established pat, work- 16 (5 4 15 / 3 )" ing first and last sts in St st and rem 14 5 2 /

13 1 sts in Eyelet pat until 18 (26, 34) 12 , 6 SLEEVE 11 (11, 12)" (11, 11 11 4 / rows are completed (pick-up row 10 3 , 11)" 4

9 / (5 3 4 counts as Row 1). 8 / 3 )" 2 (9

7 5 / 4 1 6 / 1 RIGHT LEFT

5 9 Bottom border 4 FRONT FRONT (4, 4

3 2 / Row 1 (RS): K3, p2, *k1, p2; rep from 2 1 1 1 1 1 3 6 /2 (7 /2, 8 /2)" * to last 3 sts, k3. Rep Row 2: P3, k2, *p1, k2; rep from * to Note: Arrows indicate last 3 sts, end p3. EYELET CHART direction of knitting. Bind off loosely in pat. Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 69 Design by leah gallikeR For Eternity Wrap

Silky whispers of simple lace will transform any look to the next level of chic.

Skill Level Finished Size Approx 22 x 62 inches (excluding fringe)

Materials • Medium weight ribbon yarn* (77 yds/50g per hank): 7 hanks tofu #4101 • Size 13 (9mm) needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Size G/6 (4mm) crochet hook (for fringe)

*Sample project was completed with Bonsai (97% bamboo/3% nylon) from Berroco Inc.

Uploaded by The Knitter 70 Creative Knitting may 2011 Gauge Wrap 9 sts = 4 inches/ 10cm in pat. Cast on 50 sts. To save time, Beg with Row 1, work in pat until take time to wrap measures approx 62 inches, check gauge. ending with Row 2 or Row 4 of pat. Bind off Pattern Stitch Tip Off all sts loosely. (multiple of 6 sts + 2) Love the look of Row 1 (RS): K1, *yo, fringe but don’t Fringe k2tog; rep from * to know how? Learn Following Fringe last st, end k1. the easy details on instructions on page Row 2: Knit across. page 92. 92, make Single-Knot Row 3: K1, *k2tog, Fringe across each yo; rep from * end, using 1 (16-inch) to last st, end k1. strand for each fringe. Attach 1 Row 4: Knit across. fringe in each st across. Trim even Rep Rows 1–4 for pat. as needed. ■

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Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 71 Design by michelle heaney

The bride will love a tiny clutch to keep her handkerchief close at hand for happy tears.

Skill Level Finished Size 41/2 x 91/2 inches

Materials • Worsted weight yarn* (92 yds/ 50g per ball): 2 balls ivory #01 • Size 6 (4.5mm) needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Size G/6 (4mm) crochet hook • 120 (6mm) beads or pearls (optional) • 2 hook-and-eye sets for closure (optional)

*Sample project was completed with Bambool (80% bamboo/20% merino wool) from Elsebeth Lavold.

Gauge 25 sts and 20 rows = 4 inches/ 10cm in pat. Enchanted To save time, take time to check gauge.

Special Abbreviations Knit in front and back (kfb): Inc by knitting in front and then in back of Wrist same st. Slide bead (SB): Slide bead close to needle. Purse

Uploaded by The Knitter 72 Creative Knitting may 2011 Pattern Stitch Beaded Cluster Row 1 (RS): Knit across. Row 2: SB, p1 *p5 wrapping yarn twice around needle for each st, SB, p1; rep from * across. Row 3: K1, *CL, k1; rep from * across. Row 4: P1, *k5 dropping extra wraps, p1; rep from * across. Row 5: Knit across. Row 6: P3, SB, p1, p5 wrapping yarn twice around needle for each st, *SB, p1, p5 wrapping yarn twice around needle for each st; rep from * to last 4 sts, SB, p4. Row 7: K4, CL, *k1, CL; rep from * to last 4 sts, k4. Row 8: P4, k5 dropping extra wraps, *p1, k5 dropping extra wraps; rep from * to last 4 sts, p4. Rep [Rows 1–8] 6 times. Rep Rows 1 - 8 for pat.

Special Technique Cluster (CL): Slip 5 sts to RH needle, dropping extra wraps, slide same 5 sts back to LH needle, [wrapping yarn twice around needle for each st, k1-tbl, p1, k1-tbl, p1, k1-tbl] through 5 sts tog.

Pattern Notes If using pearls or beads, string them onto yarn before starting. When working the Cluster, individual stitches and wraps will be Row 2: Bind off 6 sts pwise slipping tight on needle. Make sure all 1 bead through last bind-off st, *p5 stitches and wraps are drawn wrapping yarn twice around needle through to make the stitch. for each st, SB, p1; rep from * to end. The designer lined Rows 3 and 4: Work in the clutch and pat across. added a zipper at Tip Off Row 5: Bind off 6 sts the top. If a lining is When sewing side kwise, knit to end. Enchanted desired, 1/2 yard of seams, match beads Row 6: Bind off 6 sts Fold bottom half of clutch RS tog matching fabric and on edges. pwise, p2, SB, p1, *p5 so that flat edge meets about 1 inch a 9-inch zipper are wrapping yarn twice before first set of dec. Beg at needed. around needle for bottom corner, with crochet hook, each st, SB, p1; rep from * to last sl st side seam tog to top edge, Clutch 4 sts, SB, p4. ch 51 for wrist loop, sl st in corner, Cast on 55 sts. Rows 7 and 8: Work in pat across. turn and sc in each ch. Work sc Work [Rows 1 - 8 of Beaded Cluster Bind off kwise. along edge of flap to opposite side, pat] 6 times. sl st opposite seam. Finishing If desired, line with fabric Flap Note: If not familiar with chain (ch), and zipper. Purse Row 1: Bind off 6 sts kwise, knit single crochet (sc) and slip stitch Use hook-and-eye closures to to end. (sl st), refer to Crochet Class, page 97. hold flap closed.■ Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 73 Design by lorna miser

Skill Level Finished Size Pillow top: 8-inch diameter A bit of lace will bear the symbols Materials • DK weight cotton yarn* of eternal love for the wedding (115 yds/50g per skein): 1 skein Gena #41119 and beyond. • Size 5 (3.75mm) set of 5 double-point and 16-inch circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge • Size E/4 (3.5mm) crochet hook • Stitch markers • 32 size 6 beads in desired color • Beading needle Ring • 8-inch-diameter round satin pillow (handmade or purchased), not including ruffle • Approx 12 inches 3/8-inch-wide coordinating ribbon • Sewing thread and needle Bearer’s *Sample project was completed with Fibra Natura Cottonwood (100% organic cotton) from Universal Yarn Inc.

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Assembly Sew shoulder seams. 6¾ (7, 7½, 7½, 8½, 8¾)" " )" 4 / 4 / 3 3 Neckband 5 , 24 4 With RS facing / 3 , 18, 18)" , 18, 2

and beg at right / 1 , 24 4 / front, pick up and knit 86 (91, 97, 97, 1 1¾ (1¾, 2¼, 2½, 3, 2¾)" SLEEVE , 17 2 / 7 (7, 7½, 8, 8½, 8½)" 7 (7, 1 108, 114) sts around neck. , 23 4

/ BODY Row 1: Knit across. 3 , 22 4

Row 2: *K7, k2tog; rep from * to last / 3 5 (1, 7, 7, 0, 6) st(s), knit to end— 17 (17, 17 (21 4 /

77 (81, 87, 87, 96, 102) sts. 1

Rows 3–5: Knit across. 21 (14, 14½, 14½, 15½, 15½)" 15½, 14½, 14½, (14, 2 / Bind off all sts kwise. 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56)" 1 10 (11, 11, 12, 12, 13)" Set sleeves into armholes. 13 Block sweater. Sew buttons opposite buttonholes. ■

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Row 1 (RS): Knit Shape cap Neckline trim across. Bind off 5 (7, 7, 8, 9) sts at beg of Note: If not familiar with chain stitch Row 2: *K1, p1; next 2 rows—51 (53, 57, 63, 65) sts. (ch), single crochet (sc) and slip stitch rep from * to last Bind off 1 st at beg of next 40 (sl st), refer to Crochet Class, page 97. st, end k1. (42, 42, 48, 48) rows—11 (11, 15, With crochet hook and RS facing, Rows 3–8: Rep 15, 17) sts. join yarn with sl st at either shoulder [Rows 1 and 2] Bind off. seam, ch 1, sc evenly around 3 times. neckline, join with sl st to first sc, Work in St st until sleeve measures Finishing fasten off.■ 21/2 inches from beg, ending with a Block to measurements. WS row. Seam shoulders. Sew sleeve seam

1 3 1 1 and set sleeves into armholes. 8 /2 (8 /4, 9 /2, 9 /2, 10)"

3 1 1 2 (2 /4, 3, 3 /2, 3 /2)" 8 7 STITCH KEY 6 5 K on RS )" , 9, 9)" 5" 2 2 / 4 / 1 3 Yo 1

2 , 8 K2tog 2 , 29 / )" 2 1 1 / 2 / 1 Rep Ssk 1 8 (8 , 28 , 20 2 / 2 / 1 LACE CHART FRONT/BACK 1 , 27 2 / )" 1 4 / 1

1 (26 , 9 /2 2

4 2 (2, 3, 3, 3 )" / / 1 (18, 19, 19 19, (18, 1 2 / 1 25 , 9 2 / 17 1 , 8 2 / 1 "

2 1

/ 34 (38, 42, 45 /2, 50)" 1 (8 SLEEVE 4 2 / 1 8 1 1 12 (13 /2, 14, 16, 16 /2)" 41 (44, 49, 53, 59)"

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Neck Next row: Knit, dec 1 st at each With RS facing, shoulder and every 10th st across , 21)"

2 TOP BACK 10" /

pick up and knit back of neck. 1 even along neck Knit 2 rows. , 20 , 11)" 2 2 / / 1 edge from point Bind off. ■ 1 , 10

of right front 2 / BOTTOM BACK 1 lapel around neck edge to point of left front 20 (20, , 18)" 2 / 1 lapel, keeping edge flat. 1 1 18 (20, 21 /2, 23 /2, 25)" 10 (10, 10 , 17

SLEEVE 2 /

1 Note: Arrows indicate direction of knitting. , 17 2 / 1 (17 2

/ 4" 1 1 1 6 (6, 7 /2, 7 /2, 9)" 17 18"

8" 5" , 21)" 2 / 1 , 20 2 , 13)" / 1 2 /

1 RIGHT 4" FRONT

, 11 LEFT 2 / 1 , 9)"

FRONT 2 / 1 20 (20, , 7 2 / 1

1 1 1 1 10 (10, 11 (10, 10 20 (20, 20 /2, 20 /2, 21)" 10 (10, 11 /2, 11 /2, 13)"

Note: Arrow indicates 6 (6, 7 Note: Arrow indicates direction of knitting. direction of knitting.

STITCH KEY K on RS, p on WS 36 35 P on RS, k on WS 34 33 32 31 30 30 29 29 28 28 27 27 26 26 25 25 24 24 23 23 22 22 21 21 20 20 19 19 18 18 17 17 16 16 15 15 14 14 13 13 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9 8 8 7 7 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 Fold line Fold line RIGHT FRONT COLLAR CHART LEFT FRONT COLLAR CHART

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Work even until Continue in established pat until front measures back measures 7 (7, 8, 8, 9) inches 21 inches from from beg, ending with a WS row. beg, ending with a WS row. Shape armholes Bind off 4 (4, 5, 6, 6) sts at beg of Note: Front neck, next 2 rows, then bind off 3 (3, 3, 4, side and armhole shaping are worked 5) sts at beg of following 2 rows— at same time; read instructions care- 76 (76, 83, 88, 95) sts. fully before beg. Dec 1 st at each side on next RS row, then [every other row] 3 (1, 2, Shape front neck 3, 4) time(s)—68 (72, 77, 80, 85) sts. Inc row (RS): Work 3 sts in rev St st, Work even in pat until armhole M1, work in pat to end. Back measures about 5 (5, 51/2, 6, 6) Continue in pat, working Inc row With larger inches, ending with a Lace pat [every 4th row] 4 times, then [every needle cast on Row 7 or Row 1. other row] 4 times, working inc sts 90 (90, 99, 108, 117) sts. Change to smaller needles. in St st. At the same time, when front Next row (WS): Dec 29 (29, 32, 31, measures 23 inches from cast-on Edging 36) sts evenly across—39 (43, 45, edge, end with RS row. Next row (WS): Work in rev St st. Work 49, 49) sts. 2 more rows in established pat. Beg with RS row work 2 rows in Shape side 1/1 Rib. Note: When front measures 25 inches Body Inc 1 st at each side on next row, from beg, work 3 edge sts in St st Set up pat (RS): Work 3 sts in St st and then [every 4th row] 10 (10, 10, instead of rev St st. (edge sts), work Row 1 of Lace pat 10, 11) times, working inc sts into Bind off at beg of every WS row across next 84 (84, 93, 102, 111) sts, 1/1 Rib pat—61 (65, 67, 71, 73) sts. [2 sts] 5 (5, 12, 10, 17) times, then work 3 sts in St st (edge sts). Work even until armhole mea- [1 st] 12 (12, 5, 7, 0) times. At the sures 9 (9, 91/2, 10, 101/2) inches, same time, when front measures 12 ending with a WS row. Place marker 11 27 inches from beg end with a 10 on each side of center 21 (23, 25, 9 WS row—50 (50, 52, 52, 56) sts. 8 27, 27) sts. 7 6 5 Shape armhole 4 STITCH KEY 3 Next row (RS): Bind off 46 (46, 48, 2 Yo 1 K on RS, p on WS 50, 52) sts, work in pat to end. Rep Dec 1 st at beg of next RS row and Ssk on RS, ssp on WS K2tog on RS, p2tog on WS then [every other row] twice—1 st. LACE CHART Finish off. 1 1 1 1 9 (9, 9 /2, 10, 10 /2)" 9 (9, 9 /2, 10, 10 /2)" 7 (7, 8, 8, 9)" 7 (7, 8, 8, 9)" 1 1 2 (2, 2, 2 /4, 2 /2)" armhole armhole side seam 1 1 3 3 2" 8 /2 (9, 9 /2, 9 /4, 9 /4)" 2" )" 5" 5" 2 / side seam )" 1 2 / 2" 1 , 10, 10 , 10, 2 / 1 , 20, 21 2 / 1 RIGHT LEFT 28" 28"

BACK FRONT 25" 25" FRONT 9 (9, 23" 23" 18 (18, 19 (18, 18 7 (7, 8, 9)" 7 (7,

3 1 3 3 7 /4 (8 /2, 8, 9 /4, 9 /4)"

3 3 15 (16, 17, 17 /4, 18 /4)"

20 (20, 22, 24, 26)" 18 (18, 20, 20, 22)" 18 (18, 20, 20, 22)" Uploaded by The Knitter 78 Creative Knitting may 2011 Shape neck Assembly pick up and knit 54 (54, 57, 59, 62) Next row (RS): Work in pat to first Block pieces to measurements. sts to shoulder seam, then 47 (47, marker, join 2nd ball of yarn and Sew shoulder seams. 49, 51, 53) sts to front underarm–– bind off center 21 (23, 25, 27, 27) sts, 101 (101, 106, 110, 115) sts. work in pat to end. Left armhole trim Next row (WS): Knit across. Working both sides at once with With RS facing and smaller needles Bind off all sts kwise. separate balls of yarn, bind off at and beg at left front underarm, pick each neck edge [3 (4, 4, 4, 4) sts] up and knit 47 (47, 49, 51, 53) sts to Back neck trim once, then [2 sts] once. Dec 1 st shoulder seam, then 54 (54, 57, 59, With RS facing and smaller needles [every RS row] 4 times––10 (10, 10, 62) sts to back underarm—101 (101, and beg at right shoulder, pick up 11, 12) sts on each side. 106, 110, 115) sts. and knit 40 (44, 46, 48, 48) sts along Continue in pat until armhole Next row (WS): Knit across. back neck edge. measures 11 (11, 111/2, 12, 121/2) Bind off all sts kwise. Next row (WS): Knit across. inches from beg of armhole Bind off all sts kwise. shaping, ending with a WS row. Right armhole trim Sew side seams. ■ Bind off rem shoulder sts. With RS facing and smaller needles and beg at right back underarm,

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Finishing Soak scarf in STITCH KEY cold water. K on RS, p on WS Roll in towel to 4 P on RS, k on WS 3 TW4 remove excess 2 1 3/3RC moisture. Block 3/3LC to measurements CABLE PANEL CHART and dry flat, using blocking wires if desired. ■

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Gauge Pillow Top chain st (ch), refer to Crochet Class 20 sts and Using dpn, cast on 8 sts. Divide sts on page 97. 28 rows = among 4 needles and knit with 5th. Cut yarn, leaving an end approx 4 inches/10cm Knit 1 rnd. 7 yds long. Thread 32 beads onto in St st. Rnd 1: [Yo, k1] 8 times—16 sts. yarn using beading needle. To save time, Rnd 2: Knit around. *Insert crochet hook into next take time to Rnd 3: [Yo, k2, place marker] 3 sts as if to p3tog, wrap yarn check gauge. 8 times—24 sts. around hook, pull loop through, Rnd 4: Knit around. ch 3, slide a bead up to hook, ch 3; Pattern Note Rnd 5: [Yo, knit to marker] 8 times— rep from * around. Join last ch 3 to Pillow top begins in the center and 32 sts. first, cut yarn, fasten off. is worked outward. When there are Rep Rnds 4 and 5 until there are Block pillow top thoroughly. Sew enough stitches, change from dou- 12 sts between markers, ending pillow top to satin pillow as shown ble-point needles to circular needle with an even rnd—96 sts. in photo. Attach ribbons to hold and use a different-color stitch wedding rings. ■ marker for beginning of round. Beaded bind-off Note: If not familiar with crocheted

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Gauge Left front bodice 24 sts and On right needle, cast on 8 sts, then 32 rows = 4 with WS facing, purl across 50 (56, inches/10cm in 62, 68, 74) left front sts—58 (64, 70, St st (after wash- 76, 82) sts. ing and drying). Work even in St st until left front To save time, measures 7 (7, 71/2, 8, 81/2) inches, take time to ending with a RS row. check gauge. Shape neck as for right front, binding off on WS rows. Back Sew 8 cast-on sts to inside behind Cast on 108 (120, 132, 144, 156) sts. right front. Work in St st for 18 (18, 181/2, 19, Join front and back shoulders 191/2) inches, ending with a RS row. using 3-needle bind-off (page 92). Neck Edging Using circular needle, pick up and Armholes Sleeves knit approx 25 sts along right front Next row (WS): Knit across. Pick up and knit 108 (108, 114, 120, neck edge, knit across 42 back neck Continue in St st until armholes 126) sts between armhole ridges. sts, pick up and knit approx 25 sts measure 9 (9, 91/2, 10, 101/2) inches. Work in St st, dec 1 st at each edge along left front neck edge. Work in Place sts on holder for shoulders [every 4th row] 12 times, then [every St st for 4 rows. Bind off all sts. and neck. RS row] 12 times—60 (60, 66, 72, Sew buttons to left front bodice 78) sts. to correspond with buttonholes. Front Work even until sleeve measures Sew sleeve and side seams. Work as for back to armhole. 10 (10, 10, 91/2, 91/2) inches or desired Block by washing and shaping Knit 1 row. length. Bind off all sts. to dry. ■

Right front bodice Next row (WS): P58 (64, 70, 76, 82). Turn, leaving rem sts unworked for left front bodice. Work in St st on these sts only until bodice measures 1 inch, ending with a WS row. BACK Buttonhole row (RS): K3, bind off 4, knit to end. Next row: Purl across, casting on 4 sts over bound-off sts.

)" 7" 2 /

*Work even in St st for 21/2 (21/2, 1

23/4, 3, 31/4) inches, work buttonhole 2" row; rep from * once. , 10, 10 , 10, 2 / 1

Work even for 1 inch, ending with 14)" 13, 12, (11, 10 a WS row. 9 (9, 10 (10,(11, 10,11, 12,91/2 ,12)" 91/2)" Shape neck At neck edge, bind off [13 sts] once, then [2 sts] 6 times—33 (39, 45, 51, FRONT

57) sts. 28, 29, 30)" 27 (27, Work even until front measures same as back to shoulders, place sts on holder. 18 (20, 22, 24, 26)"

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17-B 2" 13-D 5"

9-C 4"

5-B 5" " " 2 2 / / 1 1-E 1 6-A 2" 2-D 3"

18-E 3" 18-E 3" 14-A 3" 12-B 13" 8-A 4" 10-B 5 10-B 16-A 1 16-A 4-C 1" 5-C 2" 1 3-F 3 /2"

1 1-E 7-D 2 /2"

6" 6-A 3" 11-E 2" 2-F 2"

4-A 3" 1 8-B 2" 15-C 4 /2" 3-B 2"

1 7-D 4" 19-B 4 /2"

PILLOW FRONT THROW Note: Numbers indicate sequence of knitting; Note: Numbers indicate sequence of knitting; letters indicate color. letters indicate color. Measurements indicate width of each strip. Measurements indicate width of each strip. Arrows indicate direction of knitting. Arrows indicate direction of knitting.

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Gauge Rnd 50: P2, k2, yo, k2, sk2p, k2, yo, to *, [k1, p1], ending k1 over next 47 25 stitches k2, p2. (51, 57, 63, 67) sts. and 32 rows = Rnd 52: P2, k3, yo, k1, sk2p, k1, yo, Rnd 2: K48 (52, 58, 64, 68), *p2, k15, 4 inches/10cm k3, p2. p2*, k95 (103, 115, 127, 135), rep in St st (steam- Rnds 54–68: Work [Rnds 46–53] from * to *, k47 (51, 57, 63, 67). blocked). once, then rep Rnds 46–52. Rnd 3: [P1, k1] over next 48 (52, 58, Lace Panel pats: 19-St = 3 inches/ Rnd 69: P2, k4, sk2p, k4, p2—13 sts. 64, 68) sts, *p2, [k1, p1] 7 times, k1, 7.6cm; 17-St = 21/2 inches/6.35cm; p2*, [k1, p1], ending k1 over next 95 15-St = 21/4 inches/5.7cm; 13-St = 13-St Lace Panel (worked in rnds) (103, 115, 127, 135) sts, rep from * 2 inches/5cm; 11-St = 11/2 inches/ Rnd 70: P2, yo, k3, sk2p, k3, yo, p2. to *, [k1, p1], ending k1 over next 47 3.8cm. Rnds 71, 73 and 75: P2, k9, p2. (51, 57, 63, 67) sts. To save time, take time to Rnd 72: P2, k1, yo, k2, sk2p, k2, yo, Rnds 4 and 5: Rep Rnds 2 and 3. check gauge. k1, p2. Rnd 6: K48 (52, 58, 64, 68), *work Rnd 74: P2, k2, yo, k1, sk2p, k1, yo, Rnd 1 of 19-St Lace Panel pat*, k95 Pattern Stitches k2, p2. (103, 115, 127, 135), rep from * to *, 19-St Lace Panel (worked in rnds) Rnds 76–92: Work [Rnds 70–75] k47 (51, 57, 63, 67). Rnds 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11: P2, k15, p2. twice, then rep Rnds 70–74. Rnd 7: P1, k47 (51, 57, 63, 67), *work Rnd 2: P2, yo, k6, sk2p, k6, yo, p2. Rnd 93: P2, k3, sk2p, k3, p2—11 sts. next rnd of Lace Panel pat*, k47 (51, Rnd 4: P2, k1, yo, k5, sk2p, k5, yo, 57, 63, 67), p1, k47 (51, 57, 63, 67), k1, p2. 11-St Lace Panel (worked in rnds) rep from * to *, k47 (51, 57, 63, 67). Rnd 6: P2, k2, yo, k4, sk2p, k4, yo, Rnd 94: P2, yo, k2, sk2p, k2, yo, p2. Rnd 8: K48 (52, 58, 64, 68), *work k2, p2. Rnds 95 and 97: P2, k7, p2. next rnd of Lace Panel pat*, k95 Rnd 8: P2, k3, yo, k3, sk2p, k3, yo, Rnd 96: P2, k1, yo, k1, sk2p, k1, yo, (103, 115, 127, 135), rep from * to *, k3, p2. k1, p2. k47 (51, 57, 63, 67). Rnd 10: P2, k4, yo, k2, sk2p, k2, yo, Rep Rnds 94–97 for pat. Work as for Rnds 7 and 8, con- k4, p2. tinuing with Lace Panel pat until Rnd 12: P2, k5, yo, k1, sk2p, k1, yo, 11-St Lace Panel (worked in rows) body measures 12 inches from k5, p2. Row 1 (RS): P2, yo, k2, sk2p, k2, yo, p2. beg, ending with Rnd 8 (an odd- Rnds 13–24: Rep Rnds 1–12. Row 2: K2, p7, k2. numbered rnd). Vertical lines of Rnd 25: P2, k6, sk2p, k6, p2—17 sts. Row 3: P2, k1, yo, k1, sk2p, k1, yo, alternating purl/knit sts at sides k1, p2. are center of underarms; place a 17-St Lace Panel (worked in rnds) Row 4: K2, p7, k2. safety pin in each. Rnd 26: P2, yo, k5, sk2p, k5, yo, p2. Rep Rows 1–4 for pat. Rnds 27, 29, 31, 33 and 35: P2, Beg armhole borders k13, p2. Pattern Notes Note: Continue to work established Rnd 28: P2, k1, yo, k4, sk2p, k4, yo, Body is worked in the round, and Lace Panel pat between markers. k1, p2. then divided for the armholes and Rnd 1: Work in pat to 8 (10, 10, 12, Rnd 30: P2, k2, yo, k3, sk2p, k3, yo, worked back and forth. 12) sts before 2nd pin, p1, [k1, p1] k2, p2. Slip markers as you come to them. 8 (10, 10, 12, 12) times, work in pat Rnd 32: P2, k3, yo, k2, sk2p, k2, yo, A chart is provided for those to 8 (10, 10, 12, 12) sts before end k3, p2. preferring to work Lace Panels marker (first pin), [p1, k1] 4 (5, 5, 6, Rnd 34: P2, k4, yo, k1, sk2p, k1, yo, pattern from a chart. 6) times. k4, p2. Rnd 2: P1, [k1, p1] 4 (5, 5, 6, 6) times, Rnds 36–44: Rep Rnds 26–34. Body work as for Rnd 8 above. Rnd 45: P2, k5, sk2p, k5, p2—15 sts. Cast on 228 (244, 268, 292, 308) sts. Rnd 3: Work in pat to 10 (12, 12, 14, Mark beg of rnd and join without 14) sts before 2nd pin, p1, [k1, p1] 15-St Lace Panel (worked in rnds) twisting. 10 (12, 12, 14, 14) times, work to Rnd 46: P2, yo, k4, sk2p, k4, yo, p2. Rnd 1: [P1, k1] over next 48 (52, 58, 10 (12, 12, 14, 14) sts before end Rnds 47, 49, 51 and 53: P2, k11, p2. 64, 68) sts, *place marker, p2, [k1, marker, [p1, k1] 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) times. Rnd 48: P2, k1, yo, k3, sk2p, k3, yo, p1] 7 times, k1, p2, place marker*, Rnd 4: P1, [k1, p1] 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) times, k1, p2. work [k1, p1] ending k1 over next 95 work as for Rnd 8. (103, 115, 127, 135) sts, rep from * Uploaded by The Knitter 82 Creative Knitting may 2011 Rnd 5: Work in pat to 12 (14, 14, 16, 16) sts before 2nd pin, p1, [k1, p1] 12 (14, 14, 16, 16) times, work in pat to 12 (14, 14, 16, 16) sts before end marker, [p1, k1] 6 (7, 7, 8, 8) times.

Divide for front & back Next rnd: [P1, k1] 6 (7, 7, 8, 8) times, work in pat to 5 (8, 9, 11, 11) sts before 2nd pin, *bind off next 11 (17, 19, 23, 23) sts*, work in pat across next 95 (97, 107, 115, 123) sts, rep from * to * once.

Shape armholes Row 1 (RS): [K1, p1] 3 times, ssk, work in pat to last 8 sts, k2tog, [p1, k1] 3 times—93 (95, 105, 113, 121) sts for back; place front sts on holder to be worked later. Row 2 (WS): Slip first st pwise, purl to lace panel, work WS of Lace Panel, purl to last st, slip last st pwise. [Rep last 2 rows] 6 (6, 7, 8, 10) more times—81 (83, 91, 97, 101) sts. Work even on rem sts, maintaining established edge trims until back measures 53/4 (6, 61/4, 61/2, 63/4) inches from beg of armhole shaping, ending with a WS row. (5, 7, 10, 10), [p1, k1] 3 times—19 Work even on 81 (83, 91, 97, 101) (18, 20, 23, 23) sts each side. sts until front measures 43/4 (5, 51/4, Shape back neck Row 8 and rem WS rows: Working 51/2, 53/4) inches from beg of armhole Row 1 (RS): [K1, p1] 3 times, k11 (10, both shoulders at once with sepa- shaping, ending with a WS row. 12, 15, 15), [p1, k1] 9 (10, 11, 11, 12) rate balls of yarn, slip first st pwise, times, work Lace Panel, [k1, p1] 9 purl to last st, sl last st pwise. Shape front neck (10, 11, 11, 12) times, k11 (10, 12, 15, Row 9: First shoulder, [k1, p1] 3 Row 1 (RS): [K1, p1] 3 times, k15 15), [p1, k1] 3 times. times, k5 (4, 6, 9, 9), k2tog, [p1, k1] 3 (14, 16, 19, 19), [p1, k1] 7 (8, 9, 9, 10) Rows 2, 4 and 6 (WS): Slip first st times; 2nd shoulder, [k1, p1] 3 times, times, work Lace Panel, [k1, p1] 7 (8, pwise, purl to lace panel, work WS ssk, k5 (4, 6, 9, 9), [p1, k1] 3 times— 9, 9, 10) times, k15 (14, 16, 19, 19), of Lace Panel, purl to last st, slip last 18 (17, 19, 22, 22) sts each side. [p1, k1] 3 times. st pwise. Row 11: [K1, p1] 3 times, k4 (3, 5, 8, Rows 2, 4 and 6 (WS): Slip first st Row 3: [K1, p1] 3 times, k9 (8, 10, 13, 8), k2tog, [p1, k1] 3 times; [k1, p1] pwise, purl to lace panel, work WS 13), [p1, k1] 10 (11, 12, 12, 13) times, 3 times, ssk, k4 (3, 5, 8, 8), [p1, k1] of Lace Panel, purl to last st, slip last work Lace Panel, [k1, p1] 10 (11, 12, 3 times—17 (16, 18, 21, 21) sts st pwise. 12, 13) times, k9 (8, 10, 13, 13), [p1, each side. Row 3: [K1, p1] 3 times, k13 (12, k1] 3 times. Row 13: [K1, p1] 3 times, k3 (2, 4, 7, 14, 17, 17), [p1, k1] 8 (9, 10, 10, 11) Row 5: [K1, p1] 3 times, k7 (6, 8, 11, 7), k2tog, [p1, k1] 3 times; [k1, p1] times, work Lace Panel, [k1, p1] 8 (9, 11), [p1, k1] 11 (12, 13, 13, 14) times, 3 times, ssk, k3 (2, 4, 7, 7), [p1, k1] 10, 10, 11) times, k13 (12, 14, 17, 17), work Lace Panel, [k1, p1] 11 (12, 3 times—16 (15, 17, 20, 20) sts [p1, k1] 3 times. 13, 13, 14) times, k7 (6, 8, 11, 11), each side. Row 5: [K1, p1] 3 times, k11 (10, 12, [p1, k1] 3 times. Bind off rem sts. 15, 15), [p1, k1] 9 (10, 11, 11, 12) Row 7: [K1, p1] 3 times, k7 (6, 8, 11, times, work Lace Panel, [k1, p1] 9 11), [p1, k1] 3 times; join separate Front (10, 11, 11, 12) times, k11 (10, 12, 15, ball of yarn and bind off center 43 With RS facing, slip front sts back on 15), [p1, k1] 3 times. (47, 51, 51, 55) sts; 1 st on RH needle needle, join yarn and shape Row 7: [K1, p1] 3 times, k11 (10, after bind-off, [p1, k1] 3 times, k6 armholes as for back. 12, 15, 15), [p1, k1] 3 times—23 Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 83 (22, 24, 27, 27) sts worked total; join separate ball of 101 100 yarn and bind off center 35 (39, 43, 43, 47) sts—1 st 99 4-rnd/row rep 98 on RH needle after bind-off, [p1, k1] 3 times, k10 (9, 97 96 11, 14, 14), [p1, k1] 3 times. 95 94 Row 8 and rem WS rows: Working both shoulders 93 92 at once with separate balls of yarn, slip first st pwise, 91 90 purl to last st, slip last st pwise. 89 88 Row 9: First shoulder, [k1, p1] 3 times, k9 (8, 10, 13, 87 86 13), k2tog, [p1, k1] 3 times; 2nd shoulder, [k1, p1] 85 84 3 times, ssk, k9 (8, 10, 13, 13), [p1, k1] 3 times—22 83 82 (21, 23, 26, 26) sts each shoulder. 81 80 Row 11: [K1, p1] 3 times, k8 (7, 9, 12, 12), k2tog, 79 78 [p1, k1] 3 times; [k1, p1] 3 times, ssk, k8 (7, 9, 12, 12), 77 76 [p1, k1] 3 times—21 (20, 22, 25, 25) sts each side. 75 74 Row 13: [K1, p1] 3 times, k7 (6, 8, 11, 11), k2tog, 73 72 [p1, k1] 3 times; [k1, p1] 3 times, ssk, k7 (6, 8, 11, 11), 71 70 [p1, k1] 3 times—20 (19, 21, 24, 24) sts each side. 69 68 Row 15: [K1, p1] 3 times, k6 (5, 7, 10, 10), k2tog, 67 66 [p1, k1] 3 times; [k1, p1] 3 times, ssk, k6 (5, 7, 10, 10), 65 64 [p1, k1] 3 times—19 (18, 20, 23, 23) sts each side. 63 62 Row 17: [K1, p1] 3 times, k5 (4, 6, 9, 9), k2tog, [p1, k1] 61 60 3 times; [k1, p1] 3 times, ssk, k5 (4, 6, 9, 9), [p1, k1] 59 58 3 times—18 (17, 19, 22, 22) sts each side. 57 56 Row 19: [K1, p1] 3 times, k4 (3, 5, 8, 8), k2tog, [p1, k1] 55 54 3 times; [k1, p1] 3 times, ssk, k4 (3, 5, 8, 8), [p1, k1] 53 52 3 times—17 (16, 18, 21, 21) sts each side. 51 50 Row 21: [K1, p1] 3 times, k3 (2, 4, 7, 7), k2tog, [p1, k1] 49 48 3 times; [k1, p1] 3 times, ssk, k3 (2, 4, 7, 7), [p1, k1] 47 46 3 times—16 (15, 17, 20, 20) sts each side. 45 44 Bind off all sts. 43 42 41 40 Finishing 39 38 Block piece to measurements. 37 36 Sew shoulder seams. ■ 35 34 33 32 31 30 29 28 27 26 3 1 1 25 12 /4 (13, 14 /4, 15 /4, 16)" 24 23 1 1 3 3 1 22 7 /2 (8 /4, 8 /4, 8 /4, 9 /2)" )" 4 21 / 1 20 19 1"

2" STITCH KEY 18 , 8, 8

4 17 /

3 K on RS, p on WS 16 15 , 7 P on RS, k on WS 2

/ 14 BODY 1 Yo 13

(7 12 4

/ Sl 1, k2tog, psso 1 11 7 " 10 2 /

1 9 8 12 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 3 1 1 33 /2 (36, 39 /4, 43 /2, 46 /4)" LACE PANEL CHART SHAPED LACE PANELS SHAPED LACE CHART 1 3 1 1 36 /2 (39, 42 /4, 46 /2, 49 /4)"

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1 1 1 29 (31 /2, 34, 36 /2, 39, 41 /2)"

3 3 3 3 3 9 /4 (11, 11 /4, 12 /4, 13 /4, 14 /4)" 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 /2 (9 /2, 10 /2, 11, 11 /2, 12)" 29 (31 /2, 34, 36 /2, 39, 41 /2)" " " 4 4 / / 1 1

FRONT BACK 8 (9, 10, 10, 11, 12)" 11, 10, 8 (9, 10, 8 (9, 10, 10, 11, 12)" 11, 10, 8 (9, 10, 17 (19, 21, 23, 25)" (19, 17 17 (19, 21, 23, 25)" (19, 17

1 1 1 1 1 1 19 (21 /2, 24, 26 /2, 29, 31 /2)" 5" 19 (21 /2, 24, 26 /2, 29, 31 /2)" 5" 9 (10, 11, 11, 12, 13)" 12, 11, 11, 9 (10, 9 (10, 11, 11, 12, 13)" 12, 11, 11, 9 (10,

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to last 3 sts, ssk, Rep Inc row [every 16th row] 3 (3, Slip 4 sts from holder onto dpn k1—94 (101, 108, 0, 0) times, then [every 24th row] 0 and work as for first strap. 115, 122) sts. (0, 2, 0) times––74 (81, 89, 96) sts. Rep Dec row Finishing [every 8th row] 2 All sizes Block to measurements. Sew side (0, 0, 0, 0) times, Work even until bodice measures seams, sewing bodice area by weav- [every 10th 9 (9, 91/4, 91/2, 91/2) inches, ending ing needle through loops at very row] 4 (6, 0, 0, 0) with a WS row. edge in order to achieve a flat seam. times, [every 12th row] 0 (0, 5, 0, 0) Bind off all sts. Mark back for position of straps times, [every 30th row] 0 (0, 0, 2, 0) opposite. Try on and adjust length times, [every 32nd row] 0 (0, 0, 0, 2) Front of I-cord if necessary. Tack ends of times—82 (89, 98, 111, 118) sts. Work as for back until front mea- I-cords to back at marked points. ■ Work even until back measures sures same as back to bind-off edge, 141/2 (15, 15, 151/2, 16) inches from ending with a WS row. cast-on edge, ending with a Row 5 Bind off 17 (19, 21, 22, 24) sts, k4, of pat. place 4 sts just worked on holder; Next row (WS): Purl across. bind off next 32 (35, 39, 44, 48) sts, , 15)" 2 / Next row (RS): Knit across, dec 16 k4, bind off rem sts. 1 , 14

(16, 15, 17, 14) sts evenly—66 (73, 2 / 83, 94, 104) sts. Straps 1 , 14 2 / 1

Change to dpn, *k4, do not turn; )" 2 / Bodice slide sts to opposite end of needle, 1 , 9 2 / 14 (14 14 )" 1 Work even in garter st for 2 inches. pull yarn tightly across back of work; 2 / 1 , 9 4

rep from * until I-cord is 14 (141/2, / 1 Sizes small (medium, large and 141/2, 141/2, 15) inches or desired , 25, 25 4 / X-large) only length. Bind off, do not finish off. , 16)" 9 (9, 1

FRONT/ 2 / Inc row: K1, M1, work in pat to last BACK 1 st, M1, k1—68 (75 85, 96) sts. 10

9 (24, 24 2 /

8 1 7 23

6 15 15, (15, 2 /

5 1 4

STITCH KEY 14 3 1 1 1 17 /2 (19, 21, 22 /2, 24 /2)" Yo 2 1 K on RS, p on WS 1 1 1 1 Rep 15 /2 (17 /4, 19 /2, 22, 24 /2)" Ssk on RS, p2tog-tbl on WS K2tog on RS, p2tog on WS 1 3 1 3 LACE CHART 20 /4 (21 /4, 23 /4, 24 /4, 26)" Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 85 Stripe trimmed pullover continued from page 60

times—13 (15, 17, 19, Work even until sleeve measures 21) sts each side. 81/2 (9, 91/2, 10, 10) inches, ending Work even until with a WS row. armholes measure 8 (81/2, 81/2, 9, 9) Shape top inches, ending with Dec 1 st at each edge [every WS a WS row. row] 4 (5, 6, 7, 8) times. Bind off rem 72 (77, 77, 82, 82) sts. Shape shoulders Bind off at beg of row [5 (5, 6, 7, 7) Assembly sts] twice, [4 (5, 6, 6, 7) sts] twice and Block pieces to measurements. [4 (5, 5, 6, 7) sts] twice. Sew shoulder seams. Set in sleeves, sewing upper 2 (21/4, 21/2, 23/4, 3) Front inches of top edge of each side of Work as for back to armholes, end- sleeve to underarm bind-off sts; ing with a WS row. Bind off 9 (10, 11, match dec rows of armhole shaping 12, 13) sts at beg of next 2 rows— to those of sleeve top. Sew sleeve 72 (80, 88, 96, 104) sts. and underarm seams.

Divide for yokes Neckband Next row (RS): K1, ssk, k25 (29, 33, Work band as for back until it 37, 41), k2tog, k1; attach 2nd ball of measures 38 (391/2, 40, 411/2, 42) yarn and bind off 10 sts; k1 (st rem inches. Bind off. from neck bind-off), ssk, k25 (29, 33, Sleeves Pin band to front opening and 37, 41), k2tog, k1—29 (33, 37, 41, 45) Work band as for back for 15 (16, sew in place, lapping right end over sts each side. 16, 17, 17) inches—62 (66, 68, 72, left at center front. ■ Working both sides at once with 74) ridges. separate balls of yarn, dec 1 at each Change to larger needles. With armhole edge [every RS row] 3 (4, 5, MC, pick up and knit 62 (66, 68, 72, 6, 7) times, and at the same time, dec 74) sts, and at the same time, inc by 1 at each neck edge [every 4th row] M1 12 (13, 13, 14, 14) times evenly 13 (14, 15, 16, 17) times—13 (15, 17, (approx every 5 ridges)—74 (79, 81, 19, 21) sts each side. 86, 88) sts. At the same time, when front Work back and forth in St st, inc measures same as back to shoulder, 1 st at each edge [every 4th row] shape shoulders as for back. 3 (4, 4, 5, 5) times—80 (87, 89, 96, 98) sts.

1 1 1 1 1 1 7 /2 (8, 8 /2, 9, 9 /4)" 7 /2 (8, 8 /2, 9, 9 /4)" 1 1 3 1 1 3 2 /2 (3, 3 /2, 3 /4, 4)" 2 /2 (3, 3 /2, 3 /4, 4)" " 2 1" / 1" 1 , 9, 9)" 2 , 9, 9)" 2 2 / / 1 1 , 8 , 8 2 2 , 26)" , 26)" / / 2 2 1 1 / / 1 1 8 (8 8 (8 , 16)" , 25 , 25 , 16)" 2 2 2 2 / / / / 1 1 1 1

SLEEVE 10)" , 10, 2 /

FRONT BACK 1 , 15, 15 , 15, , 15, 15 , 15, (9, 9 2 2 2 / / / 1 1 1 3 1 2 4 4 1 23 (24, 24 23 (24, 24 16 (16 / , 17, 19 / , 19 / )" 8

14 (14 14 15 (16, 16, 17, 17)" 14 (14 14

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previous tier, work 20 rows in garter st. Continue alternating tiers of DSR and GR, adding 1 more rectangle per tier until 8 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14) tiers are completed. Next tier: Continue alternating DSR and GR tiers and work 8 (9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14) rectangles. Bind off all sts on last unit. Next tier and all subsequent tiers: Work 1 rectangle less than previous tier. Bind off all sts on last unit.

Right Front Work as for Left Front. Opposite side of fabric will be the RS for the Right Front.

Back Cast on 94 (105, 116, 127, 138, 149, 160) sts. Sleeve 14) times—74 (84, 88, 92, 98, Work in garter st for 180 (200, 220, Place marker 8 (9, 91/2, 10, 101/2, 11, 102, 106) sts. 240, 260, 280, 300) rows. 111/2) inches from shoulder seam on Work even until sleeve measures Bind off all sts. front and back. Using shoulder seam 11 (11, 11, 11, 10, 10, 9) inches. as center of sleeve, pick up and knit Bind off all sts in pat. Assembly at a rate of 1 st for each st or every Rep for 2nd sleeve. Sew shoulder seams, leaving center 2 rows along armhole opening—92 4–7 inches at center open for back (104, 110, 116, 122, 128, 134) sts. Finishing neck. Measurement should be 1–2 Work in Double Seed St, dec 1 st Sew underarm and side seams. inches less than actual back neck at each edge [every 10 (10, 8, 8, Block as necessary. ■ measurement. 8, 6, 6) rows] 9 (10, 11, 12, 12, 13, )" 2 / 1 , 9)" 4 / 3 , 27)" 2 / , 11, 11 , 11, 1 , 8 2 / 2 , 27)" 1 / 2 1 / 1 , 25 2 )" / 1 2 / 1 , 25 , 8, 8 2 2 / / 1 , 10, 10 , 10, 1 2 / LEFT/RIGHT , 15 1 BACK 2 / FRONT 1 (7, 7 (7, 2 / 1 6 8 (9, 9 16 (18, 20, 22, 23 (18, 16 , 12, 13, 14 13, , 12, 2 3 1 1 1 3 / 14 (15 /4, 17 /2, 19 /2, 21/4, 23, 24 /4)" 1 16 (18, 20, 22, 23 (18, 16 17 (19, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29)" Note: Fronts are worked from 11 (11, 11, 11, 10, 10, 9)" corner to corner with opposite Note: Arrows indicate 8 (9, 10 sides used as RS. direction of knitting.

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14 (15, 15, 16, 16) 19 (19, 13, 13, 23) times, then [every shoulders using 3-needle bind-off inches, ending 0 (0, 3, 3, 0) rows] 0 (0, 8, 8, 0) times. (page 92), then set in sleeves, sew with a WS row. At the same time, when front side and sleeve seams. measures 16 (161/2, 16, 161/2, 16) Shape neck & inches, bind off 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) sts at Sleeve Edging armhole beg of RS row, then dec 1 st at arm- Work 5 (5, 5, 6, 7) reps of Lace Dec 1 st at neck edge at beg of next hole edge [every RS row] 6 (7, 8, 9, Edging pat, then rep Rows 1–6. Bind row, then [every 4 (4, 4, 4, 3) rows] 10) times. Continue to work neck off all sts on Row 7. 19 (19, 13, 13, 23) times, then [every decs until 20 (24, 26, 30, 32) sts rem, Rep for 2nd sleeve. 0 (0, 3, 3, 0) rows] 0 (0, 8, 8, 0) times then work even until front measures Block lace, stretching it out At the same time, when front mea- same as back to shoulder. Place rem gently to length of sleeve edge. sures 16 (161/2, 16, 161/2, 16) inches, sts on holder. Sew to sleeves. bind off 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) sts at beg of WS row, then dec 1 st at armhole Sleeves Body Edging edge [every RS row] 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) Cast on 52 (52, 58, 58, 70) sts and Note: Lace starts at right underarm times. Continue to work neck decs work in St st, inc 1 st at each edge seam, and then goes around sweater until 20 (24, 26, 30, 32) sts rem, then [every 7 (6, 6, 5, 6) rows] 17 (20, to finish at same spot. Measurements work even until front measures 20, 23, 20) times—86 (92, 98, 104, in these instructions are a guideline; same as back to shoulder. Place rem 110) sts. check often for proper length. When sts on holder. Work even until sleeve measures turning corners, place lace on your 15 (151/2, 16, 161/2, 161/2) inches or sweater to check for length, and Left Front desired length to underarm, ending adjust as needed. Note: Read through front instructions with a WS row, keeping in mind that Work 6 (7, 7, 8, 9) reps of Lace before beg; neckline shaping lace will add another 2 inches. Edging pat, then work Corner. is worked at the same time as Work 32 (33, 35, 36, 37) reps of armhole shaping. Shape cap Lace Edging pat, then work Corner. Cast on 52 (58, 64, 70, 76) sts and Bind off 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) sts at beg of Work 18 (21, 21, 24, 27) reps of Lace work in St st until front measures next 2 rows, then dec 1 st at each Edging pat, then bind off all sts. 14 (15, 15, 16, 16) inches, ending edge [every other row] 6 (7, 8, 9, 10) Block lace, then pin evenly around with a WS row. times—62 (64, 66, 68, 70) sts. sweater and sew in place. Sew ends Bind off loosely. of lace tog. Shape neck & armhole Block sweater once more, paying Dec 1 st at neck edge at end of next Assembly particular attention to lace around row, then [every 4 (4, 4, 4, 3) rows] Block pieces to measurements. Join edges of sweater. ■ )" )" )" 4 / 4 4 / / 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 /2 (4 /4, 4 /2, 5, 5 /2)" 3 /2 (4 /4, 4 /2, 5, 5 /2)" 1 7 (7, 8, 8, 8)" " , 10 4 , 10 , 10 4 / / 4 4 3 / / )" 3 3 3 4 / 1 " , 9 , 9 , 9 4 4 / / 4 4 )" / / 1 1 2 1 1 / , 26 1 4 / , 9 1 , 9 , 9 4 / 4 4 / / 3 3 3 , 16 2 / , 26 1 (8 , 16)" 4

(8 (8 SLEEVE 4 , 16)" , 16)" / 2 / 4 4 / 2 2 1 / / 1 / / 1 1 1 1 1 8 8 8 BACK

RIGHT LEFT , 25 4 / 1 , 16, 16 , 16,

FRONT FRONT 2 / 1 , 16, 16 , 16, , 16, 16 , 16, 16 , 16, 2 / 2 2 (25 / / 1 4 1 1 / 1 15 (15 15 24 15 (16, 17, 18, 19)" 16 (16 16 14 (15, 15, 16, 16)" 16, 15, (15, 14 16)" 16, 15, (15, 14 10 16 (16 16 16 (16 16 9 (10, 11, 12, 13)" 9 (10, 11, 12, 13)" 20 (22, 24, 26, 28)" 9 (9, 10, 10, 12)"

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Left Glove Rnd 3: K2, [k1b, k1] 3 times, k1, SM, Rnd 2: *K3, k1b, k1, k1b, k3; rep Pre-string 162 M1, k1, M1, SM, *k2, [k1b, k1] from * to last 10 sts, end k4, k1b, k1, (203, 244) beads 3 times, k1; rep from * around— k1b, k3. on yarn. Make 39 (48, 57) sts. Rnd 3: *K2, [k1b, k1] 3 times, k1; rep slip knot, leaving Rnd 4: K3, k1b, k1, k1b, k6, *k3, k1b, from * to last 10 sts, SM, M1, k1, M1, approx 60-inch k1, k1b, k3; rep from * around. SM, k2, [k1b, k1] 3 times, k1—39 (48, tail and string 63 Rnd 5: K4, k1b, k4, SM, M1, k3, 57) sts. (72, 77) beads M1, SM, *k4, k1b, k4; rep from * Rnd 4: *K3, k1b, k1, k1b, k3; rep onto tail. around—41 (50, 59) sts. from * to last 13 sts, end k6, k1b, k1, Cast on 64 (73, 78) sts using long- Rnd 6: Knit around. k1b, k3. tail method, and at the same time, Rnd 7: K9, SM, M1, knit to marker, Rnd 5: *K4, k1b, k4; rep from * to last slide bead from tail yarn up to nee- M1, SM, knit to end—43, (52, 61) sts. 13 sts, SM, M1, k3, M1, SM, k4, k1b, dle after each st except last st. Rnds 8–13: Rep [Rnds 6 and 7] k4—41 (50, 59) sts. Divide sts onto dpn. Place marker 3 times—49 (58, 67) sts. Rnd 6: Knit around. and join to work in rnds, being Rnd 14: K22, slip 13 sts between Rnd 7: Knit to marker, SM, M1, knit careful not to twist sts. markers onto holder, remove to marker, M1, SM, knit to end— Knit 5 rnds. markers, knit to end of rnd. 43, (52, 61) sts. Dec rnd: K1, k2tog, knit to last 2 sts, Rnds 8–13: Rep [Rnds 6 and 7] 3 skp—62 (71, 76) sts. Hand times—49 (58, 67) sts. Continue in St st and rep Dec Rnds 1 and 2: Knit around. Rnd 14: Knit to marker, slip 13 sts rnd [every 4 (4, 5) rnds] 13 (13, 11) Rnd 3: K25 (32, 32), W/T, p14 between markers on to holder, times—36 (45, 54) sts. (19, 19), W/T, k12 (16, 16), W/T, p10 remove markers, knit to end of rnd. Work even in St st until glove (13, 13), W/T, k8 (10, 10), W/T, p6 measures 71/2 (71/2, 73/4) inches from (7, 7), W/T, knit to end of rnd, hiding Hand cast-on edge. wraps as you come to them. Rnds 1 and 2: Knit around. Rnd 4: Knit around, hiding wraps as Rnd 3: K25 (32, 32), W/T, p14 (19, Bead band you come to them. 19), W/T, k12 (16, 16), W/T, p10 (13, For large size only Bind off as follows: K1, *k1b, 13), W/T, k8 (10, 10), W/T, p6 (7, 7), Remove marker, k5, place marker for pass st over, rep from * to last st, k1, W/T, knit to end of rnd, hiding wraps new start of rnd. psso, break yarn and pull through as you come to them. rem st. Rnd 4: Knit around, hiding wraps as All sizes you come to them. Rnd 1: *K4, k1b, k4; rep from * Thumb Bind off as follows: K1, *k1b, pass around. Return 13 sts to dpns and divide st over; rep from * to last st, k1, psso, Rnd 2: *K3, k1b, k1, k1b, k3; rep from among 3 dpns, pick up and knit 2 break yarn and pull through rem st. * around. (2, 4) sts—15 (15, 17) sts. Rnd 3: *K2, [k1b, k1] 3 times, k1; Place marker for beg of rnd and Thumb rep from * around. join to work in rnds. Work as for left thumb. Rnd 4: Rep Rnd 2. Work in St st until thumb mea- Block. ■ Rnds 5–7: Rep Rnd 1. sures 1 inch or desired length. Rnd 8: Rep Rnd 3. Bind off as follows: K1, *k1b, pass Rnd 9: *K1, [k1b, k1] 4 times; rep st over; rep from * to last st, k1, psso, )" from * around. break yarn and pull through rem st. 4 / 3 1"

Rnd 10: Rep Rnd 3. , 4 2 / 1

Rnds 11 and 12: Rep Rnd 1. Right Glove )" 4 / (4 3 2 /

Work as for left glove to thumb 1 , 7 4 2 / Thumb gusset gusset. 1 GLOVE (7 2

Rnd 1: K4, k1b, k4, place marker, M1, / 1 place marker *k4, k1b, k4; rep from * Thumb gusset 7 1 1 around—37 (46, 55) sts. Rnd 1: *K4, k1b, k4; rep from * to 5 /2 (7, 8 /4)" Rnd 2: K3, k1b, k1, k1b, k4, *k3, k1b, last 9 sts, place marker, M1, place 3 1 k1, k1b, k3; rep from * around. marker, k4, k1b, k4—37 (46, 55) sts. 9 /4 (11 /4, 12)" Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 89 elephant baby toy continued from page 47

Rnd 29: *K5, k2tog; Rnd 16: *K2, k2tog; rep from * rep from * around— around—9 sts. 36 sts. Rnd 17: *K1, k2tog; rep from * Rnd 30: *K4, k2tog; around—6 sts. rep from * around—30 sts. Rnd 18: K2tog, k4—5 sts. Rnd 31: Knit around. Beg working in I-cord, *slide sts to Rnd 32: *K3, k2tog; rep from * opposite end of dpn, k5, do not around—24 sts. turn; rep from * for 14 rnds. K2tog, Rnd 33: Knit around. k1, k2tog—3 sts. Rnd 34: *K3, kfb; Cut yarn, leaving 6-inch end, pull rep from * around—30 sts. end through rem sts and fasten off. Rnd 35: *K4, kfb; Form I-cord section into a loop rep from * around—36 sts. and sew securely to end of arm. Rnd 36: *K5, kfb; rep from * around—42 sts. Back Legs Rnd 37: *K6, kfb; rep from * Make 2 around—48 sts. Cast on 16 sts, divide on 3 needles. Rnd 38: *K7, kfb; rep from * Place marker and join to work in around—54 sts. rnds. Rnds 39–44: Knit around. Rnds 1–20: Knit around. Rnd 14: *K2, k2tog; rep from * Rnd 45: *K8, kfb; rep from * Rnd 21: *K1, kfb; rep from * around—18 sts. around—60 sts. around—24 sts. Rnd 15: *K1, k2tog; rep from * Rnds 46–53: Knit around. Rnd 22: *K2, kfb; rep from * around—12 sts. Rnd 54: *K8, k2tog; rep from * around—32 sts. Rnd 16: K2tog around—6 sts. around—54 sts. Rnds 23 and 24: Knit around. Cut yarn, pull end through rem Rnd 55: *K7, k2tog; rep from * Rnd 25: *K2, k2tog; rep from * sts and fasten off. Leave yarn tail on around—48 sts. around—24 sts. cast-on edge for sewing to body. Rnd 56: *K6, k2tog; rep from * Rnd 26: *K1, k2tog; rep from * around—42 sts. around—16 sts. Trunk Rnd 57: *K5, k2tog; rep from * Rnd 27: *K2tog; rep from * Cast on 16 sts, divide on 3 needles. around—36 sts. around—8 sts. Place marker and join to work Rnd 58: *K4, k2tog; rep from * Rnd 28: K2tog around—4 sts. in rnds. around—30 sts. Cut yarn, pull end through rem sts Rnds 1–8: Knit around. Stuff bottom portion with fiberfill, and fasten off. Stuff lightly and Rnd 9: *K2tog, k6; rep from * around insert cat toy in head portion. set aside. —14 sts. Rnd 59: *K3, k2tog; rep from * Rnds 10–14: Knit around. around—24 sts. Ears Rnd 15: *K2tog, k5; rep from * Rnd 60: *K2, k2tog; rep from * Make 2 around—12 sts. around—18 sts. Cast on 21 sts, divide on 3 needles. Rnd 16: Purl around. Rnd 61: *K1, k2tog; rep from * Place marker and join to work in rnds. Rnd 17: *K2tog, k4; rep from * around—12 sts. Rnds 1–3: Knit around. around—10 sts. Rnd 62: K2tog around—6 sts. Rnd 4: *K6, kfb; rep from * around— Rnd 18: Purl around. Finish stuffing head, close open- 24 sts. Rnd 19: *K2tog; rep from * ing with yarn tail. Rnd 5: *K3, kfb; rep from * around— around—5 sts. 30 sts. Cut yarn, pull end through rem Front Legs Rnd 6: *K4, kfb; rep from * around— sts and fasten off. Leave yarn tail on Make 2 36 sts. cast-on edge for sewing to body. Cast on 16 sts, divide on 3 needles. Rnds 7–11: Knit around. Place marker and join to work in rnds. Rnd 12: *K4, k2tog; rep from * Tail Rnds 1–14: Knit around. around—30 sts. Cast on 3 sts, *slide sts to opposite Rnd 15: *K2, k2tog; rep from * Rnd 13: *K3, k2tog; rep from * end of dpn, k3, do not turn; rep from around—12 sts. around—24 sts. * for 7 rnds. Fasten off; trim yarn Uploaded by The Knitter 90 Creative Knitting may 2011 ends to approximately 1/2 inch for from felt. Using 6 strands of black tassel. Use other yarn end to sew floss, embroider a pupil in each eye tail to body. using a French knot. Define eyelids by making a line of outline stitch Assembly across midsection of eyes. Attach Referring to photo for placement, eyes to head by sewing securely EYE TEMPLATE pin arms, legs, ears and trunk to around felt shape, using off-white Cut from single layer head and body. Attach by sewing embroidery floss. of felt; embroider pupils and securely with yarn tails. Insert teething ring into I-cord eyelids as shown using French knots & simple ■ Shape trunk into an upward curve loops. running or outline stitch. with yarn tail, then stuff lightly with fiberfill. Using yarn tail from cast-on edge, thread through trunk to tip and pull snugly to cause trunk to crinkle or gather. Run end back through trunk and fasten off securely. For eyes, referring to Eye Template, cut out eye shapes FrenchFrench Knot Knot Outline Stitch

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Serafina. I helped her figure out how to an extra-large glass for her wine to of the village we had previously only make a collar, including how to do the show his appreciation. observed. We were no longer visitors, long-tail cast-on. None of the Italian On the last day, Mary Jane had we were part of the community. We knitters used circular needles, so the children draw for prizes. What love sharing this piece of Tuscany, she knit hers flat and seamed it (and a surprise when the bambino di along with knitting techniques! finished it before we left). Montisi (children of Montisi) brought Mary Jane has already reserved When we dined out at a local out presents for Mary Jane, Jane, her rooms for 2011 as have several establishment, the manager, whose Susan and myself. others. For more information, visit teenage son and daughter were among We treasure these tokens of the most y2knitexperience.net. We’ll be the faithful new knitters, brought the amazing knitting class, but more than in Montisi Sept. 24–Oct. 1 and maestra di maglia (knitting teacher) anything, they gave us entrée into a bit Oct. 1–8, 2011. ■

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Working Short Rows Backwards Loop Wrap/Turn (W/T) Cast-On This method of working the shoulder avoids holes Photo A This is the first cast-on that many or a staggered bound-off edge. knitters learn. It’s very easy to Work as follows: do, but the first row is a little *Work to indicated turning point, take yarn to right challenging to work. It’s a handy side of fabric (in front on knit row, in back on purl one to use if you need to cast on row), slip next stitch purlwise, take yarn to wrong stitches at the beginning or end side of fabric (Photo A). Photo B of a row. Turn work. Slip stitch, purlwise to right needle Step 1: Pick up the working yarn (Photo B). with your left hand to create a loop. Repeat from * until short rows are completed. Step 2: Twist the loop around a half When all wraps are completed, work across row turn to the right, until it crosses using the following method to work wrap and over itself. stitch together. Photo C Step 3: Put the loop on the needle On knit side, insert tip of right needle into wrap, and pull the working yarn to tighten. then into stitch and knit them together (Photo C). On purl side, insert tip of right needle into wrap from right side, lift it onto left needle, then purl stitch and wrap together.

3-Needle Bind-Off Use this technique for seaming two edges together, such as when joining a shoulder seam. Hold the edge stitches on two separate needles with right sides together. With a third needle, knit together a stitch from the front needle with one from the back. Repeat, knitting a stitch from the front needle with one from the back needle once more. Slip the first stitch over the second. Repeat knitting, a front and back pair of stitches together, then bind one off.

Single-Knot Fringe A Hold specified number of strands A A B B B C C C for one knot of fringe together, and D D D then fold in half. Hold afghan with right side facing you. Use crochet hook to draw folded end through space or stitch from right to wrong side (Figures 1 and 2), pull loose ends through folded section (Figure 3) and draw knot up firmly (Figure 4). Space knots as indicated FringeFringeFringe in pattern instructions. FIGURE 1 FIGURE 2 FIGURE 3 FIGURE 4

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Long-Tail Cast-On Pull yarn loop through remove the stitch from the left needle. Place Leaving an end about an inch the stitch with right right needle behind left needle and knit again long for each stitch to be needle point. into the back of the same stitch. Slip original cast on, make a slip knot on Slide the stitch off stitch off left needle. the right needle. the left needle. The new Place the thumb and index fin- stitch is on the right Increase (purl) ger of your left hand between the needle. Purl the next stitch in the yarn ends with the long yarn end usual manner, but don’t over your thumb, and the strand Purl (p) remove the stitch from from the skein over your index With yarn in front, insert tip the left needle. Place right needle behind left finger. Close your other fingers of right needle from back needle and purl again into the back of the same over the strands to hold them to front through next stitch stitch. Slip original stitch off left needle. against your palm. Spread your on the left needle. Bring thumb and index fingers apart yarn around the right nee- Invisible Increase (M1) and draw the yarn into a “V.” dle counterclockwise. With There are several ways to make or increase Place the needle in front of the strand right needle, draw yarn one stitch. around your thumb and bring it underneath back through the stitch. this strand. Carry the needle over and under Slide the stitch off the left Make 1 with Left Twist (M1L) the strand on your index finger. needle. The new stitch is Insert left needle from Draw through loop on thumb. on the right needle. front to back under the Drop the loop from your thumb and draw horizontal loop between up the strand to form a stitch on the needle. the last stitch worked Repeat until you have cast on the number of and next stitch on left stitches indicated in the pattern. Remember to Bind-Off needle. count the beginning slip knot as a stitch. Binding off (knit) With right needle, Knit first two stitches on knit into the back of Cable Cast-On left needle. Insert tip of this loop. This type of cast-on left needle into first stitch worked on right To make this increase is used when adding needle and pull it over the second stitch and on the purl side, insert left stitches in the middle or completely off the needle. needle in same manner at the end of a row. Knit the next stitch and repeat. When and purl into the back of Make a slip knot on one stitch remains on right needle, cut the loop. the left needle. Knit yarn and draw tail through last stitch to Make 1 with Right a stitch in this knot fasten off. Twist (M1R) and place it on the left Binding off (purl) Insert left needle from needle. Insert the right Purl first two stitches back to front under the needle between the on left needle. Insert horizontal loop between last two stitches on the tip of left needle into the last stitch worked and left needle. Knit a stitch first stitch worked on right needle and pull next stitch on left needle. and place it on the left it over the second stitch and completely off With right needle, needle. Repeat for each the needle. knit into the front of stitch needed. Purl the next stitch and repeat. When one this loop. stitch remains on right needle, cut yarn and To make this increase on the purl side, insert Knit (k) draw tail through last stitch to fasten off. left needle in same manner and purl into the Insert tip of right front of the loop. needle from front to Increase (inc) Make 1 with Backward Loop over the back in next stitch on Two stitches in one right needle left needle. stitch With your thumb, make a loop over the Bring yarn under Increase (knit) right needle. and over the tip of Knit the next stitch in the the right needle. usual manner, but don’t Uploaded by The Knitter 94 Creative Knitting may 2011 Decrease Slip, Slip, (dec) Knit (ssk) Knit 2 together Slip next two (k2tog) stitches, one at a Put tip of right time, as if to knit needle through next two stitches on left nee- from left needle Slip the loop from your thumb onto the dle as to knit. Knit these two stitches as one. to right needle. needle and pull to tighten. Purl 2 together (p2tog) Insert left Make 1 in top of Put tip of right needle in front of stitch below needle through both stitches and Insert tip of right needle next two stitches work off needle into the stitch on left on left needle as to together. needle one row below. purl. Purl these Knit this stitch, then two stitches as one. Slip, Slip, Purl (ssp) knit the stitch on the Slip next two left needle. stitches, one at a time, as to knit from left needle Standard Abbreviations to right needle. [ ] work instructions within k knit Slip these stitches brackets as many times k2tog knit 2 stitches together sk2p slip 1, knit 2 together, back onto left as directed kwise knitwise pass slip stitch over the needle keeping ( ) work instructions within LH left hand knit 2 together—2 stitches parentheses in the place m meter(s) decreased them twisted. Purl directed M1 make 1 stitch sl slip these two stitches ** repeat instructions following MC main color sl 1kwise slip 1 knitwise together through the asterisks as directed mm millimeter(s) sl 1pwise slip 1 purlwise back loops. * repeat instructions following oz ounce(s) sl st slip stitch(es) the single asterisk as p purl ssk slip, slip, knit these 2 stitches directed pat(s) pattern(s) together—a decrease " inch(es) p2tog purl 2 stitches together st(s) stitch(es) Skill Levels approx approximately psso pass slipped stitch over St st stockinette stitch beg begin/begins/beginning pwise purlwise tbl through back loop(s) CC contrasting color rem remain/remains/remaining tog together ch chain stitch rep repeat(s) WS wrong side cm centimeter(s) rev St st reverse wyib with yarn in back Projects for first-time knitters using basic cn cable needle stockinette stitch wyif with yarn in front knit and purl stitches. Minimal shaping. dec decrease/decreases/ RH right hand yd(s) yard(s) decreasing rnd(s) rounds yfwd yarn forward dpn double-point needle(s) RS right side yo (yo’s) yarn over(s) g gram(s) skp slip, knit, pass stitch over— inc increase/increases/increasing one stitch decreased Projects using basic stitches, repetitive stitch patterns, simple color changes, and simple shaping and finishing. Standard Yarn Weight System Categories of yarn, gauge ranges, and recommended needle sizes

Yarn Weight Symbol & Category Names Projects with a variety of stitches, such as basic cables and lace, simple intarsia, Fingering, Sock, Worsted, Type of Yarns in 10-Count Sport, DK, Light Chunky, Bulky, double-point needles and knitting in the Category Crochet Fingering, Baby Worsted Afghan, Craft, Rug Roving Thread Baby Aran round needle techniques, mid-level shaping and finishing. Knit Gauge* Ranges in Stockinette Stitch to 33– 27–32 sts 23–26 sts 21–24 sts 16–20 sts 12–15 sts 6–11 sts 4 inches 40 sts** Recommended Needle 1.5– 2.25– 3.25– 3.75– 4.5– 5.5– in Metric Size Range 2.25mm 3.25mm 3.75mm 4.5mm 5.5mm 8mm 8mm Projects using advanced techniques and Recommended Needle 11 and stitches, such as short rows, Fair Isle, more U.S. Size Range 000 to 1 1 to 3 3 to 5 5 to 7 7 to 9 9 to 11 larger intricate intarsia, cables, lace patterns and * GUIDELINES ONLY: The above reflect the most commonly used gauges and needle sizes for specific yarn categories. numerous color changes. ** Lace weight yarns are usually knitted on larger needles and hooks to create lacy, openwork patterns. Accordingly, a gauge range is difficult to determine. Always follow the gauge stated in your pattern. Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 95 KNITTING CLASS continued KNITTING NEEDLES CONVERSION CHART Basic Stitches U.S. 0 12345678910101/2 11 13 15 Garter Stitch Metric(mm) 221/4 23/4 31/4 31/2 33/4 441/2 551/2 66 1/2 8910 On straight needles knit every row. When working in the back piece, not along the outer edge you would do nothing, and if you round on circular or double-point where the edges tend to curve or roll. are making the largest size, you needles, knit one round then purl would k1. one round. Gauge The single most important factor in Glossary Stockinette Stitch determining the finished size of a knit bind off—used to finish an edge On straight needles knit right-side item is the gauge. Although not as cast on—process of making founda- rows and purl wrong-side rows. important for flat, one-piece items, it tion stitches used in knitting When working on circular or double- is important when making a clothing decrease—means of reducing the point needles, knit all rounds. item that needs to fit properly. number of stitches in a row It is important to make a stitch- increase—means of adding to the Reverse Stockinette Stitch gauge swatch about 4 inches square number of stitches in a row On straight needles purl right-side with recommended patterns and intarsia—method of knitting a mul- rows and knit wrong-side rows. On needles before beginning. ticolored pattern into the fabric circular or double-point needles, purl Measure the swatch. If the number knitwise—insert needle into stitch all rounds. of stitches and rows are fewer than as if to knit indicated under “Gauge” in the pat- make 1—method of increasing Ribbing tern, your needles are too large. Try using the strand between the last Combines knit and purl stitches with- another swatch with smaller-size stitch worked and the next stitch in a row to give stretch to the gar- needles. If the number of stitches place marker—placing a purchased ment. Ribbing is most often used for and rows are more than indicated marker or loop of contrasting yarn the lower edge of the front and back, under “Gauge” in the pattern, your onto the needle for ease in working a the cuffs and neck edge of garments. needles are too small. Try another pattern repeat The rib pattern is established on swatch with larger-size needles. purlwise—insert needle into stitch the first row. On subsequent rows Continue to adjust needles until as if to purl the knit stitches are knitted and purl correct gauge is achieved. right side—side of garment or stitches are purled to form the ribs. piece that will be seen when worn Working From Charts selvage stitch—edge stitch used to Reading Pattern Instructions When working with more than one make seaming easier Before beginning a pattern, look color in a row, sometimes a chart is slip, slip, knit—method of decreas- through it to make sure you are provided to follow the pattern. On ing by moving stitches from left familiar with the abbreviations that the chart each square represents needle to right needle and working are used. one stitch. A key is given indicating them together Some patterns may be written for the color or stitch represented by slip stitch—an unworked stitch more than one size. In this case the each color or symbol in the box. slipped from left needle to right smallest size is given first and others When working in rows, odd-num- needle, usually as if to purl are placed in parentheses. When only ber rows are usually read from right wrong side—side that will be inside one number is given, it applies to to left, and even-number rows from when garment is worn all sizes. left to right. work even—continue to work in You may wish to highlight the Odd-number rows represent the the pattern as established without numbers for the size you are making right side of the work and are usually working any increases or decreases before beginning. It is also helpful knit. Even-number rows represent the work in pattern as established— to place a self-sticking note on the wrong side and are usually purled. continue to work following the pat- pattern to mark any changes made When working in rounds, every row tern stitch as it has been set up or while working the pattern. on the chart is a right-side row, and is established on the needle, working read from right to left. any increases or decreases in such Measuring a way that the established pattern To measure pieces, lay them flat on Use of Zero remains the same a smooth surface. Take the measure- In patterns that include various sizes, yarn over—method of increasing ment in the middle of the piece. For zeros are sometimes necessary. For by wrapping the yarn over the right example, measure the length to the example, k0 (0,1) means if you are needle without working a stitch armhole in the center of the front or making the smallest or middle size, Uploaded by The Knitter 96 Creative Knitting may 2011 crochet class

Here are the crochet stitches that are used for the projects in this issue.

Crochet Abbreviations Double Crochet (dc) Half Double Crochet (hdc) ch chain stitch Yo, insert hook in st, yo, pull through Bring yarn over hook from back to dc double crochet st, (yo, pull through 2 loops) 2 times. front, insert hook in indicated hdc half double crochet chain stitch. sc single crochet Draw yarn through the chain stitch sl st slip stitch and onto the hook. a yo yarn over aa Bring yarn over the hook from a a back to front and draw it through all three loops on the hook in Single one motion. Crochet (sc) bbb Insert the hook in the second chain b b through the center of the V. Bring a a the yarn over the hook from back to front. cc a cc a Draw the yarn through the chain c stitch and onto the hook. Again bring yarn over the hook dd b d from back to front and draw it dd through both loops on hook. b b For additional rows of single b crochet, insert the hook under c both loops of the previous stitch instead of through the center of c the V as when working into the Reverse Single Crochet cc Half Double Crochet chain stitch. (reverse sc) Chain 1 (a). Skip first stitch. Working Half Double Crochet from left to right, insert hook in next Slip StitchHalf (sl Double st) Crochet stitch from frontDoubleDouble CrochettoCrochet back (b), draw up Insert hook under both loops of the Double Crochet a a loop on hook,Double yarn Crochet over, and draw stitch, bring yarn over the hook through both loops on hook (c). from back to front and draw it a through the stitch and the loop on the hook. a A a

b B bb b Slip Stitch Chain (ch) b c Yo, pull through lp on hook. c Single Crochet C c Single Crochet c c

Single Crochet Reverse Single Crochet Chain Stitch Uploaded by The Knitter MAY 2011 CreativeKnittingMagazine.com 97 in this issue

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