/
Текст
*«* INSIDE YOUR CABLES USEYOUR 3-IN-1SET £2HEAD IURNER! /^1
rttvafttfCs PALETTE Meet the Team Issue 163 Emma Editor There is no season that I don’t like: spring is full of joy and promise, summer’s light evenings are a real spirit-lifter and the sights and smells of autumn are a treat for the senses. As for winter? I love it! I love bright, cold days and the frosty chills that mean knitwear is a must from dawn till dusk. There is nothing quite like closing the curtains and casting on a new project. This issue, we’ve got some bright and beautiful makes to bring a splash of colour into dark January evenings, starting with Lana Jois’s joyful cover star jumper on page 16. This clever stripy number uses a soothing colour palette that will take you from winter to spring in style. If you’re looking for some single-tone stunners to wear (and wow, we’ve got plenty of those, too!) there is the gorgeous green Climbing Vines cable number on page 71, a pretty yellow lacy cardi on page 60, while Marina Skua’s Amber Apple design on page 49 is beautifully simple with chic puff sleeves for some stand-out style. But, if you do want to go all-out bright, Tonia Lyons has created a wonderful poncho of bold colourblock hues. There are plenty of ideas to make the most of this issue’s cable needles, too - check out the easy one-ball warmer headband on page 22 if you’re new to these stitches (or if you’re a pro looking for a super quick knit!). As always, there is lots to read in between projects, or just for when you fancy taking a break from the needles. We think you’ll really enjoy our Ask the Experts feature this issue, particularly if you’re in need of some advice on combining colours, plus you can meet our latest recruit to Knit Now... Rosie Fletcher from Slipstitch, who will be running us through life as a yarn shop owner. We hope you love our collection of fabulous knits to start 2024 in wonderful woolly style! Happy knitting! “My friends' daughter absolutely adores Wallace and Gromit, so I know that she is going to ask for the fabulous Gromit jumper to be knitted for her!” Gemma Associate Editor “I do love a pair of bright socks (my bedroom chest of drawers is full of them!), so I’ll be popping the colourful pair on page 42 onto my needles this month” Jenny Associate Publisher “Winter is all about keeping cosy, and I’ve got my eye on the Little Houses cowl -1 think the motifs give such a gorgeous effect" □ Perfect patterns All of our patterns go through five stages of expert checks before publication to make sure that they are as clear and accurate as possible. Li Here to help If you need advice with a pattern, more photos or knitting tips, you can email us and we'll help you out. Style and quality We pack every issue with beautiful and useful patterns. If we wouldn’t want to knit it ourselves, we won’t publish it. Li Supporting The Campaign for Wool We love wool and natural fibres, and we'll do our utmost to promote their use in every issue. OUR PROMISES
Inside КПК THIS ISSUE On tKe cover Brushstrokes sweater by Lana Jois, page 16. Modelled by Debora P from Industry Model Management Great reads 28 MODE at Rowan We chat to Chloe Thurlow about life as a Rowan designer 40 A year in a yarn shop In our new column, Rosie Fletcher reveals life behind the scenes in her yarn shop 57 Book review This month, we're loving Barbel Salet’s delightful new book: Knit Artistic Shawls 4 www.craftworld.com
CONTENTS 80 Coming next issue A sneak peak of issue 164 64 The Yarn Circle What’s going on in your yarn community 82 Sheep o£ the month Find out more about Ryeland sheep 76 The basics Essential knitting knowledge Subscribe to Knit issues Regulars 7 What’s new All the latest knitting news 10 Ask the experts Your knitting queries answered, plus discover how to use a colourwheel www.craftworld.com 5
CARO 50 COLOURS | 100% ACRYLIC | ARAN WEIGHT NOW AVAILABLE FROM WOOL WAREHOUSE | READICUT
What’s NEW Here’s our guide to what’s new and exciting in the world of knitting this month BRAND-NEW BERGERE Bergere De France has just released 25 brand-new bright patterns to refresh your little one’s wardrobe and get them excited about dressing for the season. With patterns in a wide range of sizes, there’s something for kids of all ages within this new collection. The yarns used have been picked specially to ensure that they are suitable for children’s sensitive skin, but still deliver a burst of fun! From sweaters to dresses, and even a zip-up hoodie, Bergere de France has got you covered with simple makes to more challenging technical projects. These patterns are available for you to download now directly from the website. www.bergeredefrance.co.uk www.craftworld.com 7
V/ ” / 7» » л г - SENT WITH LOVE Jersey Stamps has released its latest stamp collection, and this time the focus is ‘A History of Knitting in Jersey’. During the 1600s, the knitting industry was essential for the island, and Jersey Stamps has commemorated this important period of time with six beautifully illustrated stamps created in partnership with British illustrator Christopher Wormwell. Pick up yours now from www.jerseystamps.com CHERISHED MAKES King Cole has released two new shades of its delightful Cherish DK - Evergreen and Bilberry. Evergreen makes us think of cosy woodland walks for your little one, and Bilberry has fun pops of purple and blue, so you can create the sweetest garments! Comprising super-soft 100% low-pill cotton, Cherish DK is the go-to yarn for making comfy garments for your little ones, even those with sensitive skin. Plus, the self-variegating shades allow you to create striking patterns on your projects with minimal effort, so you can whip up a jumper or cardigan for your bundle of joy in no time. Check out even more of the fantastic shades on the King Cole website. www.kingcole.com ENDLESS CREATION Yarnsmiths is launching 76 brand-new shades to the Create DK range, making it the largest range of DK shades available in the UK - a grand total of 120 gorgeous colours! These new hues vary from vivid brights to more neutral and sophisticated tones, so you can enjoy even more endless possibilities for your makes. But that’s not all - to accompany these fab new shades, there’s a whole host of new and exciting patterns for you to download directly from the Wool Warehouse website! www.woolwarehouse.com 8 www.craftworld.com
CAST-ON WITH CLOVER The brand-new Takumi ® circular knitting needles from Clover are designed to offer a faster, extra- KNITTING NEWS I WE LOVE BOOKS smooth crafting experience. Made from the finest-quality bamboo, these needles help to reduce hand fatigue and the sharp tips make stranding knitting and splitting yarns a breeze. Plus, the virtually seamless design ensures your knitting journey will be resistance-free; the swivel cord also helps you to transition from side to side, leaving no twists or kinks! These are an essential tool in your knitting stash and we can’t wait to cast- on a new project using them. www.clover-mfg.com A Knitter’s Year by Ida Wirak Trettevik, £19.99, Search Press Here at Knit Now HQ, we’re already thinking about the endless amount of projects we’re excited to make in the new year - and what better place to start than with Ida Wirak Trettevik’s book Д Knitter’s Year\ In this book, Ida carries you through all four seasons, featuring a wide variety of makes from chunky winter jumpers to light and breezy summer tops and even a knitted skirt. With a touch of the Nordic style that we all know and love, A Knitter’s Year is an essential book for those who have set their sights on a completely handmade wardrobe that’ll last them through the seasons. - I. We love The intarsia edit www.instagram.com beatificbrenda Q Q V Brenda’s Instagram page is chunky-knits galore! If you re looking for a quick make that s bursting with colour, then Brenda will definitely have the perfect pattern for you anna_husemann Anna’s intarsia makes are a delight for your eyes, and we’ve fallen head over heels for her warm, earthy colour palette. This hat and scarf set is the perfect way to try out colour blocking and intarsia to striking effect! Q Q V ( If you love chunky knits and tantilising techniques, Jess has everything you need! Her page is a pastel dream and her delicate makes are sure to give your wardrobe a refresh www.craftworld.com 9
Ask the EXPERTS It’s time for our team of knitters to tackle your trickiest questions Kelly asks... “I’m knitting a sweater in autumn shades. They look beautiful together in the skeins, but the pattern just looks a bit flat. Where am I going wrong?” "tech. Editor TKUcMltf 5Д6)5... “You’re not going ‘wrong’ at all, it sounds like you need to add in a little bit of a complementary colour to really fire up the pattern. Your autumn colours are harmonious as they sit alongside each other on the colour wheel. Choose a colour that sits opposite the autumn shades (for reds that would be a green, for example, orange would be a shade of blue). Swap out one of your colours for your complementary shade and the design should spring to life.” Chloe asks... Finn asks... “I recently had a colour consultation as a birthday gift and I apparently suit ‘cool’ reds. What does that mean in yarn terms?” Vck Editor Tricia 5Д6)5... “Often people will say ‘I can’t wear red (or blue/green/pink etc!)’. It means their skin tone is suited to, for example, a warm red rather than a cool red - it’s a matter of choosing a yarn that has a flattering undertone. ‘Cool’ reds such as claret, burgundy and cranberry have an undertone of a blue, purple or black. “I’m working on an intarsia design and it’s mainly cream with brightly coloured motifs. The pattern looks great, but the brightly coloured yarn is visible behind the cream. Is there anything I can do?” ‘Warm’ reds such as poppy, scarlet, coral or brick range have an orange or brown undertone. If possible, hold the yarn under your chin and see how it looks. But remember, if you like it, it will make you feel good so go with it!” Associate Editor “Integrating light and dark colours can be challenging. The best way to avoid this with an intarsia design is to make sure each motif is worked with a separate bobbin of yarn and not stranded across the back of the work (as you would with Fair Isle). It does mean more ends to sew in and can be fiddly, but it will pay off as you shouldn’t have any sections with a colour being carried across it, so there’ll be nothing to show through.” In association with WEST YORKSHIRE SPINNERS 10 www.craftworld.com
It can be daunting when choosing a colour palette for your project, but a few simple tips should get you started on this exciting journey! Begin by familiarising yourself with the colour wheel. A colour wheel is essentially a rainbow in a circular format. You can make a simple colour wheel, print one free from the internet or there are some great ones online that allow you to see the key aspects of colour planning. 1HUES, TINTS AND SHADES Possibly the simplest place to start is with hues. Essentially the pure hue is at the outer edge of the wheel. By adding white or black, you create a tint or a shade. By adding white you will, for example, transform a deep fuchsia pink to a pastel ice, and everything in between. As the colours are all from the same hue, they will combine beautifully. Shades are similar to tints in that they are based on a single hue. However, they are changed by the addition of black. For example, black added to fuchsia may give a rich, deep magenta or burgundy. Adding black to the lightest of the pink hues will give a dusky pale pink. Hues, tints, and shades can be combined and should always harmonize. Vary the proportions for different but stunning effects. Yarn fade sets often follow these principles. 2 HARMONY OR COMPLEMENTARY? Harmonious colours sit nestled together on the colour wheel. For example, reds, oranges and corals will be familiar as autumn shades. Purple, blue and green are also analogous to each other as they sit in the same quadrant of the colour wheel. Analogous colours share a common hue, so they will work together harmoniously. Complementary colours are those which sit opposite each other on the colour wheel. Orange is the complementary colour of blue, pink and green are complementary, as are yellow and purple. These are the colours that make your colour schemes ‘pop’ and are the trickier colours to place. 3 IT’S ALL ABOUT PROPORTIONS With complementary colours, Try it! Look out for online colour palette generators such as www.befunky. com, www.coolors.co or www. canva.com. These programs allow you to import photos or images and generate custom palettes - hours of fun! proportion is more important than with analogous colours, tints, hues and shades. This is because they are directly opposing each other. Using equal proportions of complementary colours tends to make them cancel each other out, diminishing the impact. A small amount of one complementary, on the other hand, reflects the other, enhancing the overall effect. Look to nature to see this at its best. www.craftworld.com 11
Designed by Jane Burns Yarn used Stylecraft Special DK MC: See table 1 ball each in Copper 1029 (CC1), Gold 1709 (CC2), Parchment 1218 (CCS), Grey 1099 (CC4), Walnut 1054 (CC5), Mocha 1064 (CC6), Dark Brown 1004 (CC7) Black 1002 (CC8) & White 1001 (CC9) About the yarn DK; 295m per 100g ball; 100% acrylic Tension 22 sts x 30 rows = 10cm measured over St st on larger needles Needles used 3.25mm straight 4mm straight Other supplies / locking stitch markers / stitch holder / tapestry needle Sizing 4-5 (6-7, 8-9,10-11) years Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations This jumper is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up, with the motif worked from a chart. Wind off smaller balls of yarn before you begin and use a separate end of yarn for each colour section, crossing yarns at colour changes to prevent holes (intarsia technique). Small details such as the eyes and shading lines might be easier to work afterwards using duplicate stitch (Swiss darning). We recommend Elizabeth Zimmermann’s sewn bind-off for a stretchy finish to the neck. S-Lflrt knitting... Back With MC and smaller needles, cast on 76 (84, 88, 92) sts. Starting with a RS row, work 9 (11, 13, 13) rows in 2x2 rib. Next Row (WS): Purl, inc 0 (0, 0, 2) sts evenly across. 76 (84, 88, 94) sts Change to larger needles.** Starting with a к row, work in St st until work measures 25.5 (30, 32, 34.5) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape armholes Cast off 4 (5, 6, 6) sts at start of next 2 rows. 68 (74, 76, 82) sts Cont in St st until Back measures 39.5 (45, 49, 53) cm, ending after a RS row. Next Row (WS): P17 (19, 18, 21), place marker in fabric, p34 (36, 40, 40), place marker in fabric, pl7 (19, 18, 21). Cast off, keeping shoulder seam markers in place. Front Work as given for Back as far as **. Starting with a к row, work 4 (14, 20, 26) rows in St st. Place chart Row 1 (RS): K7 (11, 13, 16) MC, work Row 1 of Chart, k7 (11, 13, 16) MC. Row 2: P7 (11, 13, 16) MC, work Row 2 from Chart, p7 (11, 13, 16) MC. Cont working from chart as now set, with MC at each side until Front measures 25.5 (30, 32, 34.5) cm, ending after a WS row. Chart continues AT THE SAME TIME as armhole and neck shaping, once chart is complete cont in MC only. Shape armholes Cast off 4 (5, 6, 6) sts at start of next 2 rows. 68 (74, 76, 82) sts Cont as set until Front measures 32 (37.5, 41.5, 45.5) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape neck Next Row (RS): K28 (31, 31, 34) MC and turn, leaving rem 40 (43, 45, 48) sts on hold. 28 (31, 31, 34) sts ***Next Row: Purl. Dec 1 st at neck edge every row 5 (6, 6, 6) times. 23 (25, 25, 28) sts 1 4-5Y 6-7Y 8-9Y 10-11Y в pl < A > C Finished chest circ (cm) 67.5 74.5 78 84 A: Front/Back width (cm) 34.5 38 40 42.5 B: Length to underarm (cm) 25.5 30 32 34.5 | C: Total length (cm) 39.5 45 49 53 D: Cuff width (cm) 20 22 23.5 25.5 E E: Sleeve top width (cm) 28 31 34.5 37.5 F F: Sleeve length (cm) 33.5 37 41 45 Stylecraft Special DK Petrol 1708 (MC) 2 2 3 4 4 D > 14 www.craftworld.com
KIDS I Key RS: knit WS: purl □ CC3 CC7 I I MC CC4 {|CC8 CC1 CC5 О CC9 CC2 CC6 Next, dec 1 st at neck edge every RS row 6 (6, 7, 7) times. 17 (19,18, 21) sts Cont in St st until this side of Front matches Back, ending at shoulder edge. Cast off. With RS facing return to held 40 (43, 45, 48) sts, slip first 12 (12, 14, 14) sts onto a holder, rejoin MC and к to end. 28 (31, 31, 34) sts Complete as given for first side from ***. Sleeves Work both the same With MC and smaller needles, cast on 44 (48, 52, 56) sts. Starting with a RS row, work 10 (12,14, 14) rows in 2x2 rib. Change to larger needles. Starting with a к row, work 2 rows in St st. Next Row (RS, inc): KI, ml, к to last st, ml, kl. 2 sts inc’d SIZES 4-5Y, 8-9Y & 10-11Y ONLY: [Work 5 rows even, rep inc row] 3 (-, 4, 4) times. 52 (-, 62, 66) sts ALL SIZES: [Work 7 rows even, rep inc row] 5 (8, 7, 8) times. 62 (66, 76, 82) sts Cont in St st until Sleeve measures 33.5 (37, 41, 45) cm, ending after a WS row. Cast off. Making up: Block pieces to measurements given in table and join Right shoulder seam (from Back marker to outer edge). Neckband With RS facing, smaller needles, MC and starting at Left shoulder, pu and k23 (24, 23, 23) sts down Left neck, kl2 (12, 14, 14) held sts at centre Front, pu and k23 (24, 23, 23) sts up Right neck, pu and k34 (36, 40, 40) from Back. 92 (96, 100,100) sts Starting with a WS row, work 6 (6, 8, 8) rows in 2x2 rib. Cast off using a stretchy method. Finishing Join left shoulder and Neckband seams and remove Back markers. Fold each Sleeve in half lengthwise and placing fold to shoulder seam, pin Sleeve into place. Once happy, sew into position. Weave in all ends. S www.craftworld.com 15
3 “Brushstrokes is a colourful sweater that is easy and quick to make, fun to wear and a great way to use bright, self- striping or variegated yarns” Brushstrokes SWEATER This jumper uses colour-changing yarn to striking effect!
GARMENT I Designed by Lana Jois Need to know... Yarn used King Cole Paradise Beaches King Cole Tropical Beaches About the yarn King Cole Paradise Beaches DK; 255m per 100g ball; 70% acrylic, 30% polyamide King Cole Tropical Beaches DK; 510m per 200g ball; 70% acrylic, 30% polyamide Tension 21 sts x 32 rnds = 10cm measured over Mosaic patt Needles used 3.5mm DPNs 4mm circular, 80cm 4mm DPNs Other supplies / stitch markers / tapestry needle /spare needles or waste yarn Sizing XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, ЗХ, 4X, 5X, 6X), designed to fit with 5-12cm ease The sweater is knitted from the top down, in the round, beginning with the neck, short rows for the back and increases for the yoke. The slip stitch and stripe (Mosaic) pattern is worked from written instructions. The work is split at the underarms to complete the body and sleeves separately. Stitch. рЖп Mosaic pattern Rnds 1-2: With MC, knit. Rnd 3: With CC, *sl 1 wyib, kl; rep from * to end. Rnd 4: With CC, *sl 1 wyib, pl; rep from * to end. Rnds 5-6: With MC, knit. Rnds 7-10: With CC, knit. Rep these 10 rnds for patt. Start Atting... Yoke With MC and smaller DPNs, caston 96 (96,100,100,104, 104, 104, 108, 108, 108) sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Pm to mark start of rnd. Work 4 rnds in 1x1 rib. Change to larger DPNs and then to larger circular needle when needed to accommodate sts. SIZES XS, S,M,L, XL, 2X & 3X ONLY: Next Rnd (Inc): KO (0, 4, 4,0, 0,0, -, -, -), *ml, k8 (8,12, 12,26,26, 26, -, -, -); rep from * to end. 108 sts ALL SIZES: Short Row Shaping Short Row 1 (RS): K27, turn. Short Row 2: DS, p53, turn. Short Row 3: DS, к to next DS, к DS as single st, k5, turn. Short Row 4: DS, p to next DS, p DS as single st, p5, turn. Short Rows 5-10: Rep short rows 3-4 three times. Short Row 11 (RS): DS, к to end of rnd. Next Rnd (inc): With MC and making sure to work DS as single st as you come to it, *k3, ml; rep from * to end. 144 sts Joining in CC as needed, work rnds 2-5 of Mosaic patt. Next Rnd (Inc): With MC, *k4, ml; rep from * to end. 180 sts Work rnds 7-10 of Mosaic patt. Next Rnd (inc): With MC, *k5, ml; rep from * to end. 216 sts Work rnds 2-10 of Mosaic patt. Next Rnd (inc): With MC, *k4 Abbreviations DS: double stitch for German short rows (see Special instructions) See page 78 for all other abbreviations Special instructions German Short Rows DS: After turning, si 1 wyif, then pull yarn over RH needle to create a double stitch (DS) with 2 “legs”. To resolve a DS, knit or purl both legs of st tog as though they were one (4, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 3), ml; rep from * to end. 270 (270, 288, 288, 288, 288, 288, 288, 288, 288) sts Work rnds 2-10 of Mosaic patt, then rep rnds 1-10 once more. SIZES S, M, L, XL, 2X, ЗХ, 4X, 5X & 6X ONLY: Next Rnd (inc): With MC, k- (10, 8, 0,0,0, 0,0,0, 0), *k- (10,10, 6, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 3), ml; rep from * to end. - (296, 316,336, 360, 360, 360, 360, 360, 384) sts Work 19 rnds in patt. SIZES 2X,3X, 4X,5X&6X ONLY: Next Rnd (inc): With MC, k- (-, 0,8,0, 0, 4), *k-(-,-, 20,8,6, 4, 5), ml; rep from nd your size Approximate UK dress size A: Finished chest circ (cm) B: Neck circ (cm) C: Back yoke depth (cm) D: Total length (cm) E: Sleeve top circ (cm) F: Cuff circ (cm) G: Sleeve length (cm) XS S M L XL 2X 3X 4X 5X 10-12 14-16 18-20 22-24 26-28 30-32 85 95.5 105 116 126 136 147 156 168.5 45.5 45.5 47.5 47.5 49.5 49.5 49.5 51.5 51.5 22 23 23 24 25.5 27 28 29.5 31 52.5 53.5 53.5 54.5 56 57.5 58.5 60 61.5 27.5 30.5 32.5 33.5 34.5 37 38 41 42 24 24 25 25 26.5 26.5 26.5 27.5 30.5 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 38 6X 36 177 51.5 32 62.5 44 30.5 38 King Cole Paradise Beaches Champagne 3009 (MC) 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 King Cole Tropical Beaches Sunset Beach 4852 (CC) 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 www.craftworld.com 17
* to end.- (-, 378, 404, 420, 450, 460) sts ALL SIZES: 270 (296, 316, 336, 360, 378, 404, 420, 450, 460) sts Work 15 (0,0,3, 7,11,15,19, 23,27) rnds in patt. Break yarn. Divide for body & sleeves Next Rnd: SI 41 (46, 50, 55, 60, 63, 69, 72, 78,81) sts to RH needle for first half of Back, place next 52 (56, 58, 58, 60, 62, 64,66,68,68) sts on hold for Sleeve, rejoin MC and CC as needed, using backwards loop method cast on 3 (4, 5, 6,6, 8,8,10,10, 12) sts, pm for new start of rnd, using backwards loop method cast on 3 (4, 5,6,6, 8, 8,10,10,12) sts, work next 84 (92,100,110,120, 128,138,144,158,162) sts in patt for Front, place next 52 (56, 58, 58, 60, 62, 64, 66, 68, 68) sts on hold for Sleeve, using backwards loop method cast on 6 (8, 10,12,12,16,16,20,20, 24) sts for underarm, work in patt to end. 178 (200,220, 244,264,286, 308, 328, 354, 373) sts Body Cont in patt on all sts until Body measures 28cm from underarm or desired length, remembering if you make the body longer you may require more yarn. Work 8 rnds in 1x1 rib. Cast off loosely in patt. Sleeves Work both the same Transfer 52 (56, 58, 58, 60, 62, 64, 66, 68, 68) sleeve sts to larger DPNs. With RS facing, larger DPNs and MC, starting at centre of underarm cast-on, pm for start of rnd, pu and k3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 8, 8,10,10,12) sts, work in patt on 52 (56, 58, 58, 60, 62, 64, 66, 68, 68) held Sleeve sts, pu and k3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 8, 8,10, 10,12) sts from rem underarm cast-on edge. Join to work in the rnd. 58 (64, 68, 70, 72, 78, 80, 86, 88, 92) sts If you prefer shorter sleeves, you may want to reduce the number of rnds worked before the first dec rnd Work 28 (16,14, 14,14, 12, 10, 8,10, 8) rnds in patt. Next Rnd (dec): KI, k2tog, work in patt to last 2 sts, ssk. 2 sts deed [Work 27 (15,13,13,13,11, 9, 7, 9, 7) rnds in patt, rep dec rnd] 3(6, 7,1, 7,0, 7,13,7, 13) times. 50 (50, 52, 66, 56, 76, 64, 58, 72, 64) sts SIZES L, 2X, 3X&5X ONLY: [Work - (-, -, 11, -, 9, 7, 7, -) rnds in patt, rep dec rnd] - (-, -, 7, 10, 4, -, 4, -) times. - (-, 52, -, 56, 56, -, 64, -) sts ALL SIZES: Work in patt without shaping until Sleeve measures 35cm or 3cm shorter than desired length. Change to smaller DPNs. Work 10 rnds in lxl rib. Cast off loosely in patt. Finishing Weave in ends and block to measurements given in table. S 18 www.craftworld.com
ACCESSORY I Designed by Need to know... Jo at baa ram ewe Yarn used King Cole Merino Blend 4-ply 1 ball each in Paper White (A), Blossom (B), Slate Blue (C), Mustard (D) & Cranberry (E) About the yarn 4-ply; 180m per 50g ball; 100% wool Tension 22 sts x 23 rows = 10cm measured over patt Needles used 3.5mm straight Other supplies / stitch markers to mark pattern repeats if desired Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations Sizing One size This simple cowl is an enjoyable knit, made even better by the colour changes - and is a great introduction to lace knitting. .. With your first colour, cast on 49 sts. Work from chart or written instructions below, rep rows 1-2 until this colour section measures 23cm, then change to next colour in sequence В, C, D, E or until cowl reaches desired length. Row 1 (RS): K2, *ssk, k2,yo, Aveline COWL Named after a French word meaning ‘beautiful bird’, this super simple but colourful cowl really has the ‘X factor’! kl, yo, k2, k2tog; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2. Row 2 (WS): K2, p to last 2 sts, k2. Rep rows 1-2 until your cowl reaches the desired length (for draping twice around your neck loosely). Cast off. Finishing Weave in ends and block. Sew cast-on and cast-off edges together. Ф | Chart | Key | Repeat Q RS:yo / RS:k2tog • RS: purl RS: Knit \ Ю:йк Buy your yarn... King Cole Merino Blend 4-ply, www.kingcole.com www.craftworld.com 19
Colourblock PONCHO “One of my favourite artists is Piet Mondrian, who uses bold primary colours paired with white and black to create abstract images. I was inspired to use his style for this poncho and created a ‘plaid’ version with simple horizontal stripes paired with vertical stripes using crocheted duplicate stitch” Use primary colours for a show-stopping make 20 www.craftworld.com
GARMENT I------- Designed by Tonia Lyons Need to know... Yarn used Cascade 220 Superwash 1 skein each in Black 815 (A), White 871 (B), Gold Fusion 263 (C), Christmas Red Heather 1922 (D) & Blue Sapphire 311 (E) About the yarn DK; 200m per 100g skein; 100% wool Tension 18 sts x 26 rnds = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 4.5mm circular, 60cm & 100cm Other supplies / stitch markers / 4.5mm crochet hook / tapestry needle Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations Sizing One size This poncho begins by working the first few rows of the hem flat on longer circular needles before joining to work in the round to make it easier to avoid twisting the stitches. Both hem and neckline are worked in Reverse Stocking stitch while the body is worked in Stocking stitch with columns of purl stitches at random intervals which will be used later for working crochet duplicate stitch. Decreases are worked at one set point to give the piece a bold chevron shape. Stitch. Mondrian colour sequence A 2 rnds. C 9 rnds. A 2 rnds. D 5 rnds. A 2 rnds. E 15 rnds. A 2 rnds. В 7 rnds. A 2 rnds. E 15 rnds. A 2 rnds. D 7 rnds. A 2 rnds. C 17 rnds. A 2 rnds. E 7 rnds. A 2 rnds. В 5 rnds. These 105 rnds form colour sequence. Gffit Atting... Hem With A and longer needles, cast on 290 sts. Row 1 (WS): Knit. Row 2: Purl. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Pm to mark start of rnd. Next Rnd: P145, pm, p to end. While the large horizontal stripes require breaking the yarn at each change, that isn't always necessary for A which is used for 2-rnd stripes. If there are 9 rnds or fewer worked in a different colour, carry A up the inside of the work Body Join В and change to shorter needles. Next Rnd: With B, knit. Set-up Rnd: With B, kl7, pl, k61, pl, k23, pl, kl7, pl, k23, sm, kl7, pl, k27, pl, kl3, pl, k27, pl, k56, pl. This rnd sets St st with purl columns. Rnd 1: With B, work in patt to 2 sts before marker, k2tog, sm, ssk, work in 2 sts deed Rnd 2: Work in patt to 2 sts before marker, k2tog, sm, ssk, work in patt to end. 2 sts deed Rnd 3: Work in patt. Break В and rep rnds 1-3 a further 35 times and AT THE SAME TIME work Mondrian colour sequence once in full. 146 sts Neckline Break В and change to A. Rnd 1: Work in patt. Rnds 2-3: Purl. Cast off p-wise. Finishing Block to measurements and weave in ends, using cast-on tail to join edges of first 2 rows. With A and crochet hook, work crochet duplicate stitch using purl columns as a guide (see Special instructions). Weave in rem ends. В Buy your yarn... Cascade 220 Superwash, available from www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Special instructions Crochet duplicate stitch With RS facing and starting at hem edge, hold A at back of work. Insert crochet hook from front to back under first purl bar of purl column. Catch A and pull to front of work. Keeping loop of A on hook, insert hook from front to back under second purl bar. Catch A and pull to front. 2 loops on hook Pull this second loop of A through first loop on hook. 1 loop on hook Cont in this manner, moving up 1 purl st at a time, pulling a loop of A to front of work, then pulling it through loop already on hook. After last st has been made, break yarn and pull end through loop to fasten off. www.craftworld.com 21
Designed by Zoe Clements Need to know... Yarn used West Yorkshire Spinners Illustrious DK 1 ball in Antique Gold About the yarn DK, 225m per 100g ball, 70% Falkland wool, 30% British alpaca Tension 22 sts x 27 rows = 10cm measured over patt Needles used 5mm Other supplies / cable needle / tapestry needle Abbreviations C6F: SI3 onto CN and hold in front, k3 from LH needle, k3 from CN. C6Fp: SI3 onto CN and hold in front, p3 from LH needle, k3 from CN. C6Bp: SI3 onto CN and hold in back, k3 from LH needle, p3 from CN. See page 78 for all other abbreviations Sizing Adult woman Circumference: 40cm unstretched, 52cm stretched This headwarmer is worked flat then seamed together. It features a cable pattern which can be worked either from the chart or the written instructions, whichever you prefer. Quick & easy cable HEADWARMER This cosy accessory is a great way to fight the frost and practise cabling at the same time Cast on 18 sts. Row 1 (RS): КЗ, pl2, k3. Row 2 (WS): Purl. Rep the last 2 rows 19 more times. Work Highclere cable pattern in full from chart or written instructions as follows: Row 1 (RS): C6Fp, p6, C6Bp. Row 2 (WS): КЗ, рЗ, k6, p3, k3. Row 3: РЗ, кЗ, рб, кЗ, рЗ. Row 4: Repeat Row 2. Row 5: P3, C6Fp, C6Bp, p3. Row 6: Кб, рб, k6. Row 7: Рб, кб, рб. Row 8: Repeat Row 6. Row 9: P6, C6F, рб. Row 10: Repeat Row 6. Row 11: Repeat Row 7. Rows 12-17: Repeat rows 6-11. Row 18: Repeat Row 6. Row 19: P3, C6Bp, C6Fp, p3. Row 20: Repeat Row 2. Row 21: Repeat Row 3. Row 22: Repeat Row 2. Row 23: C6Bp, рб, C6Fp. Purl 1 row. Next Row (RS): КЗ, pl2, k3. Next Row (WS): Purl. Rep the last 2 rows 17 more times, then work the RS row once. Cast off p-wise, leaving a long tail for seaming. Finishing Fold headwarmer, seam the two ends together. Block gently - do not stretch at this stage, simply leave to dry flat as this helps retain the bounce in the cables. 22 www.craftworld.com
Crafts of KNITTING < CROCHET YARNS. NOTIONS. MACRAME SUPPLIES, CROSS STITCH A EMBROIDERY KITS PLUS LOTS MOUL 31 Market Place 01845 523625 wan* Qfrrfckrr n&Mft The UJool Lady Derbyshire’s largest yarn shop for all you knitting, crocheting and haberdashery needs. E Stockist of King Cole, Cygnet, Stylecraft, Woolcraft and James C Brett, Knit Pro, Clover and Emma ball. 54a King Street, Alfreton , North East Derbyshire DE55 7DD. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram rippiik; Y3RI1S Unit2/2A Terry Dicken Industrial Estate Station Road Stokesley North Yorkshire TS9 7AE Tel: 01642 711000 Email: Infoa rlpplngyarns.org Website: Rlpplngyarns.co Your local friendly yarn store. Stockists of Rowan, King Cole, Stylecraft and Sirdar Yarns along with a wide range of speciality yarns from Lang Yarns, Schoppel Wolle, Hjertegarn. Workshops, knitting groups and much more 14 Nevi 11 Street, Abergavenny, NP7 5AD OPEN Tuesdays to Saturdays 10am-5pm PHONE/TEXT/WHATSAPP: 0739 777 9931 Follow us: Instagram / Facebook / Twitter @ thewoolcroft Beautiful yarns, fabrics, crafts and gifts. A warm welcome at our Craft Clubs and Workshops every week. Come Visit Us in Abergavenny town centre, the Gateway to Wales. We are a family run wool shop set in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. We stock a wide range of yarns, patterns, and everything else, stacked from floor to ceiling and bursting at the seams 1, Belle Vue, Main Rd, Rollesby, Great Yarmouth NR29 5EG Tel 01493749120 Wool Zone All Things Knitting & Crocheting Stockists of fine yarns, notions and kits. Brands include Adriafil, Birdstreet Yarns, Drops Design, Gusto, Katia, Lang, Opal, Rico, Scheepjes, Schoppelwolle, Stylecraft, WYS and Urth Yarns. Plus friendly service and helpful advice. Wool Zone, 18 Church Street, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6AA. www.woolzone.co.uk Email: julie@woolzone.co.uk Phone: 01572 868480 www.craftworld.com 23
Vote now in our Yarn Industry Awards presented by VOTING IS NOW OPEN! It's time to show your favourites some support YARN INDUSTRY AWARDS 2023 PRESENTED BY CRAFTWORLD Get your voice heard! Now is the time to place your final votes and select your favourite brands, yarn and equipment from the shortlist of entrees we built around your suggestions. We’ve made it super easy to vote, so take a look at the shortlist opposite and visit www.craftworld.com/cms/yarnawards to have your say. You’ll be entered into our incredible prize draw to keep you crafting into the new year. A thank you for your vote To express our thanks for your participation, we’ve prepared a special treat! Every voter will be entered into a fabulous prize draw* to win this amazing Knightshayes craft storage desk from Storage 4 Crafts The Knightshayes workstation is the craft unit of choice for the discerning crafter and is a multi-purpose solution, with space for yarn and knitting supplies. It has vast storage and a flexible desk arrangement which makes it a versatile craft room solution. The unit comes with over 50 plastic boxes and trays, integrated LED lights and you can pick a colour to suit your decor from either Vanilla or Oak. Voting closes 22nd February 2024 -- —r Save the date Mark your calendars and get ready to make your voice heard in the world ofcrafting. Shortlist of nominees announced and final voting opens: 15th November 2023 Final votes closing date: 22nd February 2024 Your winners will be announced: 28th March 2024 UK mainland only. By voting you’ll be automatically entered into the prize draw
C R A F T W© R L D And the nominees are... FAVOURITE YARN BRAND □ James C. Brett □ Stylecraft □ West Yorkshire Spinners □ King Cole □ Scheepjes BEST WORKSHOPS & CLASSES □ Black Sheep Wools □ Truro Wool □ The Yarn Dispensary □ The Lost Sheep Wool Shop □ The Wee Crafty Owl □ Ripping Yarns □ For the Love of Yarn □ Jinty & Baa □ Loop de Loop Studios at Yarn Etc □ The Yarn Cake □ Scon ch Yarn Shop BEST KNITTING NEEDLESAND CROCHET HOOKS □ Addi □ ChiaoGoo □ Clover Crochet Hooks □ KnitPro FAVOURITE INDIE YARN BRAND □ For the Love of Yarn □ Bellwether Yarns □ Perran Yarns □ Cookston Crafts □ Mothy and the Squid □ Blue Fern Yarns □ Peak District Yarns BEST OF BRITISH YARNS □ West Yorkshire Spinners □ Jamiesons of Shetland □ Laxtons □ The Harrogate Yarn Company □ John Arbon Textiles □ Rowan BEST ONLINE RETAILER □ Wool Warehouse □ The Knitting Network □ Love Crafts □ Black Sheep Wools BEST INDEPENDENT PATTERN DESIGNER □ Attic24 □ Bronagh Miskelly □ Janie Crow □ Jennifer Loves Knit □ Stephen West □ Debbie Bliss BEST YARN SHOW OR EVENT □ Yarndale □ Wonderwool Wales □ East Anglia Yarn Festival □ Knitting & Stitching show (London/Harrogate) □ The Glasgow School of Yarn BEST PATTERN DESIGN HOUSE □ King Cole □ Rowan □ Rico □ West Yorkshire Spinners □ Cygnet □ Stylecraft BEST YARN FOR BABIES □ King Cole Baby □ Rico Baby Dream □ Sirdar Snuggle □ Stylecraft Bambino □ West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep BEST ONLINE PERSONALITY □ Bella Coco □ Janie Crow □ Sara at Blacksheep Wools □ LucyAttic24 □ Stephen West Vote for your favourite regional shop... INDEPENDENT RETAILER SOUTH WEST ENGLAND □ Cloth of Gold □ Pins and Needles □ Truro Wool □ Yarn for the Soul INDEPENDENT RETAILER SOUTH EAST □ The Yarn Dispensary □ The Lost Sheep Wool Shop □ The Knitting Nook (formerly Kiddy Goat Yarns) □ Scon ch Yarn Shop □ Loop London □ Over the Hook Yarn Studio INDEPENDENT RETAILER SCOTLAND □ Jinty & Baa Needlecrafts □ The Yarn Cake □ Ginger Twist □ The Wee Crafty Owl □ Wool for Ewe INDEPENDENT RETAILER MIDLANDS □ Nibbles, Needles and Hooks □ Wool Zone □ TTYarn craft □ The Wool Lady □ Knit Nottingham □ Ewe & Ply INDEPENDENT RETAILER INDEPENDENT NORTH ENGLAND □ Yarn Etc □ Black Sheep Wools □ Crafts of Thirsk □ Ripping Yarns □ Wool Shop Direct □ Bellwether Yarns □ Ewe & Yarn RETAILER WALES □ Abakhan □ Florries □ Ammonite Yarns □ Valley Wools □ Bumble Bees □ The Wool Croft Get those votes ready and let your favourite brands and personalities know you’re supporting them! Vote now at www.craftworid.com/cms/yarnawards
Yarn etc*»* 17 Knaresborough Road, Harrogate, NorthYorkshire HG2 7SR Stockists of The Harrogate Yarn Company, Stylecraft, King Cole, Scheepjes, BC Garn, Kremke, Urth Yarns, linouiio Yarns, Grundl, Malabrigo Yarns and more. We run a whole host of workshops in our purpose building workshop space, The Den of Yarniquity. Tel: 01423 885565 Email: orders@yarnetc.co.uk Website: www.yarnetc.co.uk Yarn for the Soul specialises in beautiful natural fibres for knitting, crochet and weaving along with luxury tools and accessories. Stockists of Rowan, Scheepjes, West Yorkshire Spinners and our very own luxurious hand dyed along with Lykke Knit Pro and more. We ship worldwide! Yarn for the Soul, 6 East Street, Warminster, Wiltshire. BA12 9BN Email katie@yarnforthesoul.co.uk Website www.yarnforthesoul.co.uk Tel (01985)219737 Passionate about all thing’s fibre crafty, Welcome to your new Happy place! Stocking a range of wool, fabric, haberdashery etc. www.jintyandbaa.co.uk YARNCAKE The Yarn Cake and Glasgow School of Yarn are two sides of the same fabulous, woolly coin! One that champions natural fibres and British brands in particular. Established in 2010 and 2011 respectively, we love bringing yamy delights to the good folk of Glasgow and further afield - be it at our shop in Glasgow's West End, where we have a wide variety of natural fibres, notions, spinning supplies as well as classes and our popular knit nights, or at GSoY, our annual yam festival currently held at the Trades Hall of Glasgow Valley Wools Based in the Neath Valley, South Wales On-line and in store Stockists for Malabrigo, Rico, Rowan, Schoppel, WYS, Knit Pro, DMC threads and Cross Stitch kits and a lot more, with more to come. vw.valleywools.com tail: valleywools@gmail.com High Street, Glynneath SA11 5AL Our team lives and breathes fibre crafts and we'd love to welcome you in shop, online or at GSoY soon! 26 www.craftworld.com
ACCESSORY I--------- Easy breezy HAND WARMERS Treat your hands to these joyful mitts Need to know... Designed by ra Cygnet Design Team Yarn used Cygnet Boho Spirit 1 ball in Festival 6923 Add a splash of rainbow hues to your outfit with these quick and easy mitts. They are made using a simple lace pattern that looks more complicated than it is, making these a lovely beginner make or a quick knit for those with About the yarn Aran; 240m per 100g ball; 100% acrylic Tension 18 sts x 24 rows = 10cm measured over patt on larger needles Needles used 4mm straight 4.5mm straight Other supplies / tapestry needle Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations more experience. Stiteh рЖп Lace patt Row 1 (RS): P2, *k3, p2; rep from * to end. Row 2: K2, *p3, k2; rep from * to end. Row 3: P2, *k2tog, yo, kl, p2; rep from * to end. Row 4: As Row 2. Rows 5-6: Rep rows 1-2. Row 7: P2, *kl, yo, ssk, p2; rep from * to end. Row 8: As Row 2. Rep these 8 rows for patt. Jj With smaller needles, cast on 51 sts. Row 1 (RS): Kl,[p2,k2] 12 times, p2. Buy your yarn... Cygnet Boho Spirit, visit www.cygnetyarns.co.uk to find your local stockist Next Row: *K1, p2, kl; rep Chart Row 2: K2, [p2, k2] 12 times, pl. Rep rows 1-2 three more times, inc 1 st at end of final row. 52 sts Change to larger needles. Work in Lace patt until mitts are 18cm, or preferred length, ending after a RS row. Change to smaller needles. Next Row (WS, dec): P2tog, kl, k2tog, [pl, p2tog, k2] 9 times, p2tog. 40 sts from * to end. Next Row: *P1, k2, pl; rep from * to end. Rep last 2 rows three more times. Cast off in rib. Finishing Join side seam, leaving an opening for thumb 5cm below cast-off edge. Weave in ends and block to measurements. S RS: knit . RS: purl \ WS: purl WS: knit Oyo |/k2tog www.craftworld.com 27
Meet the designer CHLOE THURLOW We caught up with Chloe to find out more about life as one of Rowan’s designers Chloe Thurlow is not only a designer but she also works in the Rowan design office in Yorkshire. She studied Fashion Knitwear and Knitted Textile Design at university where she specialised in machine knitting, but found herself always picking up the needles and going back to hand knitting. Inspired by creating characters and escaping reality, Chloe’s knits are vibrant and playful, with collage and experimentation all part of the process. How are you today? Hi, I’m good, thank you. I’m really excited to be interviewed by Knit Now! What are you knitting? I’ve currently got Charcoal from MODE at Rowan Four Projects Alpaca Classic on my needles, but I’ve chosen to knit it in a green shade. I have to admit this is the second time I’m knitting it, as I shrunk the first one in the washing machine (oops!). But I must knit it again as it’s a great sweater to throw on, and it goes with everything. How did you get your start? Growing up, I really loved dressmaking and dreamt of going into fashion design. But it was when I was 16 and working in a haberdashery, that dream switched to hand knitting. I was moved from the fabric department into the yarn department, which was terrifying at first because my attempts at knitting previously were never that successful. However, being surrounded by the beautiful shades and different yarns all day really made me fall 28 www.craftworld.com
INTERVIEW in love with the idea of not only creating a garment, but also being able to create the fabric too. I always admired the Rowan yarns on the shelves in the haberdashery, and I was so lucky to have Marie Wallin as my hand-knitting tutor at university, which led me more into the Rowan world. After I left university, I joined the Rowan team up in Yorkshire. Who is your biggest woolly inspiration? My biggest woolly inspiration has got to be my mum; if it wasn’t for her being such an inspiration and always being so encouraging, I don’t think I would be where I am today. It was watching my mum sewing and knitting as I grew up that made me want to follow my creative path, and it was my mum who introduced me to all my other woolly inspirations: Kaffe Fassett, Patricia Roberts and so many more. What have been your biggest challenges? I think my biggest challenge, as with many knitters, is staying focused on one knitting project or design. Ideas for new projects are always popping into my head, and then I just want to get started on something new immediately! And your greatest triumphs? It would have to be my book, Daydreamer. My first book will always be my greatest triumph, as it was a true passion project of mine. I was involved with each process every step of the way, from designing the collection, styling the photoshoot in my little flat and even illustrating the layout of the book. What’s the best piece of knitting advice you’ve ever received? It’s not exactly advice, but my textile college tutor always used a term which is now my favourite saying: ‘happy accident’. I’m very much a planner when it comes to designing, but even when you have a certain design planned out on paper, when it comes to knitting it as a swatch, sometimes it ends up looking completely different... but you may love this design “There are no limitations when it comes to knitting” even more; that’s what I like to call a ‘happy accident’! What are some of your favourite yarns to work with and why? My favourite yarns I always turn to are the ones which have Alpaca in them. Alpaca Soft DK, Alpaca Classic, Moordale etc., it’s so warm and soft, but also a really durable yarn, and I especially love how colours in Alpaca wools look so rich and saturated. Do you have any exciting plans you’d like to tell our readers about? I can’t wait for people to see Rowan’s Spring Summer 2024 season. I have lots of designs I’m really proud of and a story in issue 75 of Rowan Magazine, which I worked behind the scenes on, but that’s all I can say! Your beautiful designs Bobbin, Banner, Brocatelle and Bombazine (Rowan Magazine issue 74) are all knitted in Rowan’s new yarn, Fine Tweed Haze. What did you enjoy most about designing with this yam? I was a big fan of its sister yarn, Tweed Haze, before Fine Tweed Haze was the new kid on the block. Of course, I love them as they both have Alpaca in them! Fine Tweed Haze is lovely and lightweight and has a fantastic palette for playing with colourwork. Your gorgeous design Exmoor is the front cover of the new Kid Classic collection, Winter Classics. Can you tell us a little bit more about this design? With knitting, there is always something new to learn and develop and with each new collection, I like to challenge myself with different techniques I might not usually design with. My designing often focuses on colourwork, but this season I’ve really enjoyed combining my love of colourwork with different techniques, which is where the cable and Fair Isle stripes in my design came from. As a regular contributor and tutor for ROWAN CONNECT, what do you enjoy most about these events? I love meeting new people at every event I do. With their virtual platform, it allows you to meet people around the world who you might never have met otherwise. But more than anything, I love teaching people new techniques, because I really do believe there are no limitations when it comes to knitting! www.craftworld.com 29
/. J “I based the colourwork pattern for this on a traditional quilt block design often called ‘School House’, creating a pattern of little houses snuggled together that can also work upside down. I often wear cowls or neckwarmers and wanted to create something that gave the cosiness of being or feeling at home, so I chose doubled up colourwork, which is great for keeping the cold out, without feeling too bulky” Little houses COSY COWL Use contrasting tones for this stand-out design 30 www.craftworld.com
Designed by Anna Elliott Need to know... Yarn used Cygnet Truly Wool Rich 4 Ply 1 ball each in Mustard 5512 (MC) and Turquoise 635 (CC) About the yarn 4-ply; 205m per 50g ball; 75% wool, 25% polyamide Tension 27 sts x 30 rows = 10cm measured over patt Needles used 3mm circular, 40-60cm spare 3mm circular Other supplies / waste yam / 4mm crochet hook / stitch marker / tapestry needle Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations Special instructions Crochetchain provisional cast-on With crochet hook and waste yarn, start with a slip knot and create a single crochet chain (pulling one loop of yarn through loop on hook at a time) until chain is several sts longer than required cast- on number. Break waste yarn and pull it through last chain st to secure. Identify the V sts on front of crochet chain and ‘bumps’ on back. Switch to main knitting needle and working yarn. To provisionally Starting with a provisional cast-on, the cowl is knitted in the round until the colourwork chart has been completed four times. Stitches from the provisional cast-on are then placed on a spare needle and wrong sides placed together to form a double-layered cowl. The two sets of stitches are grafted together to finish. Atting... With MC, provisionally cast on 143 sts using crochet provisional cast-on (see Special Instructions) or your preferred method. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Pm to mark start of rnd. Join CC. Repeating sts 11 times around, work chart four times in full. Break CC and secure, weaving end on WS. Transfer sts from provisional cast-on to spare needle. Keep the needle held as if for knitting in the round as you pass it up through the tube of knitted fabric, so that WS of work are tog and a double- layered tube is formed. The last-worked round of live sts should be on the outer edge on the main needle and held parallel to the spare needle with sts from cast-on on the inner edge. With MC, graft two sets of sts tog using Kitchener stitch. cast on first st, pull a loop of working yarn through first ‘bump’ on back of chain and onto needle. Rep with next ‘bump’ on chain until required number of cast-on sts is reached. To release sts, thread spare knitting needle through RH leg of each st, making sure you are working with the sts that are joined to the crochet chain. When all sts are on needle, carefully undo the end of the crochet chain and unravel it to remove. Finishing Weave yarn end from grafting so that it is hidden inside the double layer. Block to measurements given in schematic. Buy your yarn... Cygnet Truly Wool Rich 4 Ply, visit www.cygnetyarns.co.uk to find your local stockist Chart Aw 5 Wet blocking is recommended to allow colourwork to bloom and even out. All the yarn ‘floats’ (where an unused yarn colour is carried across the back of the work) end up hidden inside once the cowl is doubled up and grafted together. This means you don’t need to worry about securing them at the back, even if on some rows they stretch for 6 or 7 sts. However, to achieve even-looking colourwork, it is still important to maintain a consistent tension and not to allow floats to get too loose or too tight. If this happens, you could try turning your work so that the wrong side is facing outwards as you knit. Having the floats going around the outside of your tube of knitting as you work can help keep tension regular! 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Key knit MC | CC www.craftworld.com 31
JOIN KNIT NOW TODAY! (AM GIBUS DO ИМЕН COMING IN YOUR NEXT , ISSUE isrwfi^ PATTERNS fyl mA и(м(*Ьл SAVE money - just £4 per issue EXCLUSIVE goodies with every issue FREE delivery direct to your door NEVER miss an issue BE THE FIRST to read Knit Now AMAZING step-by-step guides THE BEST tutorials and projects from industry experts BUILD your die collection NEVER be short of inspiration again LEARN new craft skills and techniques fabulous reasons to subscribe! 3 ISSUES FOR JUST £12 CREDIT/ DEBIT CARD DIRECT Debit BEST OPTION THEN £19.99 EVERY 3 MONTHS *Your first 3 issues are just £12. Your Direct Debit will then automatically increase to just £19.99 saving you 60% a year on the full UK cover price. Not sure if Knit Now is for you? We'll refund you for any unmailed issues should you wish to cancel at any time. Offer applies to UK customers only. For overseas rates please visit www.moiemags.com/subscriptions. New subscriptions start at the next available issue. Hurry offer expires 31/03/2024
TAKE YOUR KNITTING TO THE NEXT LEVEL Г/TRY 3 ISSUES FOR JUST * £12 and hP^t Knit Now is the UK’s No.l magazine for patterns projects, featuring easy-to-follow guides and the best designers in every issue. Whatever your experience, subscribe today and see your creativity flourish! Elevate your skills, join today for just £4 per issue! * 8 Ordering is quick and easy... Online: www.practicalsubs.com/8588 Call: 0161 327 0441 (Quote code: PKNITL23) Hurry, this offer expires: 31/03/24
Bright & bold colourwheel CUSHION More than one designer went into the making of this bright beauty was thrilled of the Design Team! “The CoCoCollective is a group of artists at CoCoCare, a day service for people with disabilities, including autism, based in Colchester, Essex. We are inspired by the artists we meet or discover during visits to museums and art galleries to create our own artworks in a variety of techniques. We are part of the artistic community of Colchester and have our own studio. The Colourwheel cushion is a collaboration between us and our facilitator, Anni Howard (pictured above). We all discussed and planned the idea after looking at Kate’s mood board, and we helped out making the pompoms too!”
HOME I-------- Need to know... Designed by Anni Howard and the CoCoCollective Yarn used Ricorumi DK 4 balls in Black 060 (MC) 1 ball each in Yellow 006 (A), Tangerine 026 (B), Orange 027 (C), Red 028 (D), Wine Red 029(E), Berry 015 (F), Purple 020 (G), Midnight Blue 035 (H), Blue 032 (I), Emerald 042 (J), Green 049 (K) & Pistachio 047 (L) About the yarn DK; 57.5m per 25g ball; 100% cotton Tension 20 sts x 40 rows = 10cm measured over G st Needles used 4mm straight 4mm circular, 40cm Other supplies / 2 buttons, 3cm / circular cushion pad, 46cm diameter / tapestry needle / mattress needle or extra- long tapestry needle / pompom maker, 3.5cm, or cardboard circles Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations Sizing This cushion is worked flat in two pieces and is shaped into a circle using short rows. The front segments are knitted in twelve colours to show the primary, secondary and tertiary colours in the colour wheel, each segment separated by two rows of stocking stitch in black. The back is knitted in black throughout. A narrow edging is worked on picked-up stitches around the circumference of the front. After sewing up the cast- on and cast-off edges to form the circle, the back is attached behind the front edging, leaving a gap which is closed after the cushion pad is inserted. Finally, two buttons are tightly sewn to the centre of the cushion and pompoms are attached around the edge. knitting... Front With MC, cast on 40 sts. **Rowl(RS): Knit. Row 2: SI 1, k3, p to end. First Segment Break MC, join A. Row 3: K36, turn. Row 4: K36. Row 5: K32, turn. Row 6: K32. Row 7: K28, turn. Row 8: K28. Row 9: K24, turn. Row 10: K24. Row 11: K20, turn. Row 12: K20. Row 13: K16, turn. Row 14: K16. Row 15: K12, turn. Row 16: K12. Row 17: K8, turn. Row 18: K8. Row 19: K4, turn. Row 20: K4. Row 21: K34, turn. Row 22: K34. Rows 23-24: Rep rows 19-20. Rows 25-26: Rep rows 17-18. Rows 27-28: Rep rows 15-16. Rows 29-30: Rep rows 13-14. Rows 31-32: Rep rows 11-12. Rows 33-34: Rep rows 9-10. Rows 35-36: Rep rows 7-8. Rows 37-38: Rep rows 5-6. Rows 39-40: Rep rows 3-4. Break A, join MC. Row 41: K38, turn. Row 42: K2, p to end. Second Segment Break MCJoin B. Rows 43-80: Rep rows 3-40. Break B, join MC.** Rep from ** to ** 5 more times, changing contrast colours as shown in the photo and diagram. On last segment, do not break off contrast colour. With final contrast colour, cast off k-wise. Back With MC only throughout, work as given for Front. Join cast-on and cast-off edges of Back to form a circle. Run a thread round centre sts to close hole if necessary. Front Edging With MC and circular needle, starting at cast-on edge of front, *pu and k2 sts from row ends of MC stripe, pu and kl9 sts from row ends of contrast segment; rep from * to end. 252 sts Next Row (WS): Purl. Cast off loosely k-wise. Join cast-on and cast-off edges of front and row ends of Front Edging to form a circle. Run a thread round centre sts to close hole if necessary. Finishing Weave in all ends. Block to measurements given in schematic. Sew Back piece to Front behind edging, leaving a 20cm gap. Insert cushion pad. Sew remaining 20cm to finish seam. With long tapestry needle or mattress needle, attach a button to centre of cushion front, threading yarn through to centre of cushion back and pull tight. Attach second button to threaded yarn at centre of cushion back and fasten off. Pompoms Make 12 For each Pompom, choose two colours that are next to each other on the colour wheel. Holding two strands together, make Pompom approximately 3.5cm in diameter. Attach each Pompom to edge of cushion between the two corresponding segments. S Buy your yarn... Ricorumi DK, visit www.rico-design.de/en to find your local stockist www.craftworld.com 35
w u u .wonder* ooluales.co.uk rhrissie (a) wo nd eruooluales.co.uk 36 www.craftworld.com
ACCESSORY ।--------- J Warm & comfy WINDERMER HAT This handy topper will be a winner with everyone www.craftworld.com 37
Need to know... Designed by Yarnsmiths Design Team Yarn used Yamsmiths Create DK 1 ball in Burnt Orange 3120 About the yarn DK; 290m per 100g ball; 100% acrylic Tension 22 sts x 28 rows = 10cm measured over St st on larger needles Needles used 3.25mm straight 4mm straight Other supplies / cable needle / tapestry needle / pompom maker, 6cm Abbreviations C4B: si 2 sts onto CN and hold at back, k2 from LH needle, k2 from CN. C4Bdec: slip next 2 sts onto CN and hold at back, k2tog from LH needle, then k2tog from CN. 2 sts deed C4F: si 2 sts onto CN and hold in front, k2 from LH needle, k2 from CN. C4Fdec: slip next 2 sts onto CN and hold in front, ssk from LH needle, then ssk from CN. 2 sts deed See page 78 for all other abbreviations Sizing This one-ball wonder is perfect for anyone wanting to try cabling, or for experts wanting a quick knit. The yarn is available in a range of gorgeous bright colours, handy neutrals and soft pastels, so there is something that everyone will love. knitting... With smaller needles, cast on 123 sts. Row 1 (RS): KI, *pl, kl; rep from * to end. Row 2: Pl, *kl, pl; rep from * to end. Rep the last 2 rows until rib measures 5cm, ending after a WS row. Next Row (RS, inc): Work 9 sts in rib, *ml, work 2 sts in rib; rep from * to last 10 sts, ml, work 10 sts in rib. 176 sts Change to larger needles. Row 1 (RS): [Kl, pl] 3 times, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4F, k2, p2, *kl tbl, pl, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4F, k2, p2; rep from * to last 7 sts, kl tbl, [pl, kl] 3 times. Row 2: [Pl, kl] 3 times, pl tbl, k2, p8, k2, *pltbl, kl, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl tbl, k2, p8, k2; rep from * to last 7 sts, pl tbl, [kl, pl] 3 times. Row 3: [Pl, kl] twice, p2, kl tbl, p2, k4, C4F, p2, *kl tbl, p2, kl, [pl, kl] 3 times, p2, kl tbl, p2, k4, C4F, p2; rep from * to last 7 sts, kl tbl, p2, [kl, pl] twice. Row 4: [Kl, pl] twice, k2, pl tbl, k2, p8, k2, *pl tbl, k2, pl, [kl, pl] 3 times, k2, pl tbl, k2, p8, k2; rep from * to last 7 sts, pl tbl, k2, [pl, kl] twice. Row 5: [Kl, pl] 3 times, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4B, k2, p2, *kl tbl, pl, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4B, k2, p2; rep from * to last 7 sts, kl tbl, [pl, kl] 3 times. Row 6: As Row 2. Row 7: [Pl, kl] twice, p2, kl tbl, p2, C4B, k4, p2, *kl tbl, p2, kl, [pl, kl] 3 times, p2, kl tbl, p2, C4B, k4, p2; rep from * to last 7 sts, kl tbl, p2, [kl, pl] twice. Row 8: As Row 4. These 8 rows form Cable patt and are also shown in the chart. Cont in patt until work measures approximately 22cm, ending after a Row 4 of patt. Shape top Rows 1-16 are also shown in the chart. Row 1 (RS): P2tog, [kl, pl] twice, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4B, k2, p2, [kl tbl, [pl, kl] twice, p3tog, [kl, pl] twice, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4B, k2, p2] 6 times, kl tbl, [pl, kl] twice, p2tog. 162 sts Row 2: [Kl, pl] twice, kl, pl tbl, [k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, kl, pl, kl, p3, kl, pl, kl, pl tbl] 6 times, k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, [kl, pl] twice, kl. Row 3: P2tog, kl, p2, kl tbl, p2, C4B, k4, p2, [kl tbl, p2, kl, p3tog, kl, p2, kl tbl, p2, C4B, k4, p2] 6 times, kl tbl, p2, kl, p2tog. 148 sts Row 4: Kl, pl, k2, pl tbl, [k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, k2, pl, kl, pl, k2, pl tbl] 6 times, k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, k2, pl, kl. Row 5: P2tog, kl, pl, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4F, k2, p2, [kl tbl, pl, kl, p3tog, kl, pl, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4F, k2, p2] 6 times, kl tbl, pl, kl, p2tog. 134 sts Row 6: Kl, pl, kl, pl tbl, [k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, kl, p3, kl, pl tbl] 6 times, k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, kl, pl, kl. Row 7: P2tog, pl, kl tbl, p2, k4, C4F, p2, [kl tbl, pl, p3tog, pl, kl tbl, p2, k4, C4F, p2] 6 times, kl tbl, pl, p2tog. 120 sts Row 8: K2, pl tbl, [k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, k3, pl tbl] 6 times, k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, k2. Row 9: P2tog, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4B, k2, p2, [kl tbl, p3tog, kl tbl, p2, k2, C4B, k2, p2] 6 times, kl tbl, p2tog. 106 sts Row 10: Kl, pl tbl, [k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, pl, pl tbl] 6 times, k2, p8, k2, pl tbl, kl. 38 www.craftworld.com
ACCESSORY Row 11: Pl, kl tbl, p2tog, C4Bdec, k4, p2tog, [kl tbl, pl, kl tbl, p2tog, C4Bdec, k4, p2tog] 6 times, kl tbl, pl. 92 sts Row 12: Kl, pl tbl, [kl, p6, [kl, pl tbl] twice] 6 times, kl, p6, kl, pl tbl, kl. 78 sts Row 13: Pl, kl tbl, pl, k2tog, C4Fdec, pl, [[kl tbl, pl] twice, k2tog, C4Fdec, pl] 6 times, kl tbl, pl. 71 sts Row 14: Kl, pl tbl, [kl, k3tog, kl, pl tbl, pl, pl tbl] 6 times, kl, k3tog, kl, pl tbl, kl. 43 sts Row 15: Pl, kl tbl, p3tog, [kl tbl, pl, kl tbl, p3tog] 6 times, kl tbl, pl. 29 sts Row 16: Kl, [k3tog, kl] 6 times, k3tog, kl. 15 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Finishing Join seam and block hat to measurements. Make a pompom and sew firmly to top of hat. Weave in all ends. > • XS a wVpw. У У У ^^]C4F □ repeat Key □ RS: knit WS: purl Row 11: C4Bdec Row 13: C4Fdec no stitch www.craftworld.com 39
A YEAR IN A YARN SHOP... , Hello! I’m Rosie Fletcher and I’m thrilled to be writing this column, taking you through a year in a local yarn shop. I’ve owned my shop, Slipstitch, since January 2019 - so this is a really special time of year as it’s our shop's birthday! I remember reaching January 2020 and confidently thinking: ‘Wow, I have done the whole year! I know exactly what to expect running a business’. Little did I know what that year would bring... Chaos and quiet I’d like to say that January is a strange time in the shop but really, every time is a strange time in the shop. The year has certain rhythms to it: < \ \лДу not choo$e Some beautiful wl bright yqrnS Я nd knit yourself Я temperature itanket? The/re fun to do 3nd you cqn m^ke it 9S CoV 35 you tike'. .craftworld.com
I/L©VE bemuse ..У the quiet of August, the chaos of Christmas, and I could set my calendar by the knitters returning as soon as September hits. We run full tilt from then until Christmas Eve - my favourite shift of the year, as last-minute shoppers run in and I wear my cosiest jumper - and then take the weeks between Christmas and the new year off. I always feel a little rusty when I open the doors again in January! Time to get busy However gentle a start I might need, we’re always busy that first week back - after being closed for two weeks, we inevitably have someone rushing back who just needed one more ball to finish a project, or broke one of their needles over the holiday. As well as shutting up shop for a couple of weeks, I also won’t have done any ordering for around three weeks... and that means the new year starts with orders to all of our suppliers to fill our empty shelves. All the festive stock may have gone, but crafters don’t stop needing tapestry needles as soon as January strikes! We’ll also be getting a whole roster of classes running as New Year’s Resolutions kick in and novice knitters vow to finally pick up those new skills. That and the long, dark nights of January, with no festive cheer to look forward to, bring a lot of people through our doors. Winter is a lot more bearable with brightly coloured wools and cosy patterns to fill the evenings. We’ll also be stocking beautiful rainbows of yarn for anyone tackling a Temperature blanket, where a stripe is knitted each day of the year in a colour corresponding to the temperature. Back with a bump! It’s also, very ‘excitingly’... tax season! Running a yarn shop is glorious and I get to share my love of craft every day, but it’s still a business, so while we refill the shelves with new wool, I’ll also be back to payroll and inventory and the accounts. our roster of knitting groups to help people pick up new ski[Ls starts 3g<?in I’5 ...it’s our birthday! I c3n*t wsit to see wh^t 2024 holds |'m not so keen on sorting my t3*eS, though! The usual routine of the shop happens all at once in those early days of January; new stock, classes and admin, and lots and lots of wool! I’m really looking forward to bringing you along with me for the year at Slipstitch - here’s to 2024! See you next month, www.craftworld.com 41
Statement style MISALIGNED SOCKS Toast your toes in these geometric beauties 42 www.craftworld.com
ACCESSORY I Designed by Shuyi Wu Need to know... Yarn used West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply 1 skein each in Liquorice 099 (MC) & Rum Paradise 822 (CC) About the yarn 4-ply; 400m per 100g ball; 75% wool, 25% nylon Tension 36 sts x 36 rows = 10cm measured over patt Needles used 2.5mm DPNs Other supplies / 3 stitch markers / tapestry needle Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations Stag’s tips... When knitting stranded colourwork, spread out the new stitches on the RH needle to maintain appropriate tension. The heel flap uses a garter selvedge, which has purl bumps along the edge instead of a chain. To pick up stitches, simply insert a needle through all the purl bumps, and then knit them. These socks feature a geometric stranded pattern, worked from charts, with no long floats. The socks are worked cuff-down, with a reinforced heel flap and a gusset on the sole. Pair a self- striping yarn with a strongly contrasting solid to create your own unique work of art! knitting... With MC and a stretchy method, cast on 60 (72, 80) sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Pm to mark start of rnd. Cuff Work 14 rnds in 2x2 rib. SIZES S&LONLY: Next Rnd: Knit. SIZE M ONLY: Next Rnd: [K34, k2tog] twice. - (70, -) sts ALL SIZES: Leg Join CC. Repeating sts 6 (7, 8) times around, work in patt from Geo chart to complete the chart 5 times in total. Heel Flap Turn work. The heel flap is worked in MC only, starting with a WS row, over the last 30 (30, 40) sts of the round. Leave rem 30 (40, 40) sts on hold. Rowl(WS):Kl, p28 (28, 38), kl, turn. Row 2: *K1, si 1; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2, turn. Rep rows 1-2 another 17 (19, 21) times, for a total of 36 (40, 44) rows. Heel Turn Rowl(WS):SI 1, pl6 (16, 22), p2tog, pl, turn. 29 (29, 39) heel sts Row 2: SI 1, k5 (5, 7), ssk, kl, turn. 28 (28, 38) heel sts Row 3: SI 1, p to 1 st before gap, p2tog, pl, turn. 1 heel st deed Row 4: SI 1, к to 1 st before gap, ssk, kl, turn. 1 heel st deed Rep rows 3-4 until all heel sts have been worked, ending after a RS row. Do not turn after final row. 18 (18, 24) heel sts Cusseta Foot Resume working in the rnd over all sts. With RS facing and MC, pu and kl8 (20, 22) sts along side of heel flap, pm to mark new start of rnd at instep, work next 30 (40, 40) sts in Geo patt as set, pm, working in Sole patt (alternating MC & CC throughout) pu and kl8 (20, 22) sts along side of heel flap, then cont in Sole patt and k9 (9,12), pm to mark centre of sole, work in Sole patt to end. 84 (98,108) sts Rnd 1 (dec): Work in Geo patt to marker, sm, work in Sole patt to 2 sts before next marker, ssk, sm, k2tog, work in Sole patt to end. 2 sts deed Rnd 2: Work in Geo patt to marker, sm, work in Sole patt as set to end. Rep rnds 1-2 a further 11 (13, 13) times. 60 (70, 80) sts Cont in patt without decreases until foot measures 3.5 (4.5, | Sole chart| Key knit MC CC 4.5) cm shorter than desired foot length and removing sole marker on final rnd. Toe Break CC and cont in MC only. SIZE M ONLY: Set-Up Rnd 1: Rm, k2, pm for new start of rnd, k36, pm to mark end of instep, к to end, removing any rem markers. Set-Up Rnd 2: Kl, ssk, к to 3 sts before instep marker, k2tog, kl, sm, к to end. - (68, -) sts ALL SIZES: Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: Kl, ssk, к to 3 sts before instep marker, k2tog, kl, sm, kl, ssk, к to last 3 sts, k2tog, kl. 4 sts deed Rep rnds 1-2 another 6 (7, 8) times. 32 (36, 44) sts Rep Rnd 2 only another 3 (3, 4) times. 20 (24, 28) sts Break MC, leaving a 20cm tail. Finishing Graft rem instep and sole sts together. Weave in ends and block to measurements given in schematic. > Buy your yarn... West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply, visit www. wy s pi nners .com to find your local stockist www.craftworld.com 43
Owl Tree Crafts 01263 822448 www.owltrc«creft$.co.uk King Cole, Emu, Wendy, Rowan, Opal. Katia. Erika Knight, Urth Yarns and Cygnet Moda, Liberty & Makower Clover. DMC. Knit Pro, Pony. Gutermann Yams, Fabrics. Haberdashery & Sew much morel! Beads. Cross-stitch & a fabulous sock knitting department 24 Church Street. Sheringham. Norfolk. NR26 8QS © Yarn Pile International Yams... Locally King Cole Tinsel is perfect for Christmas projects! Stocking yams and patterns from Stylecraft, Woolcraft, King Cole, Opal, Schoeller & Stahl, James C Brett & Designer Yams, plus Dress it up buttons and Trimits www.yarnpile.co.uk Ideas and inspiration for the modern maker. Stockist of Sirdar, Stylecraft, James C Brett, Hayfield, King Cole and West Yorkshire Spinners. Join us for shopping, craft groups, crochet lessons, workshops and much more! The Hive, inside the Time Counselling & Wellbeing Centre, 66-67 Tredegar Street, Risca, Newport. NP11 6BW. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook athehlvewales 44 www.craftworld.com
GARMENT ।------ Knit this jumper in a super-soft yarn for a cosy addition to his wardrobe) Higbgaie > , PULLOW www.craftworld.com 45
Designed by Need to know... Georgia Farrell Yarn used Rowan Alpaca Soft DK About the yarn DK; 125m per 50g ball; 70% wool, 30% alpaca Tension 27 sts x 33 rnds = 10cm measured over patt on larger needles Needles used 3.25mm circular, 40-80cm 4mm circular, 40-80cm Garment is worked flat; circular needles are recommended to accommodate the number of sts Other supplies / stitch holders or waste yarn / tapestry needle Sizing S (M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations Worked flat in pieces, from bottom up. Stitch patterns 1x2 rib patt Row 1 (RS): Pl, *p2, kl; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 2: Kl, *pl, k2; rep from * to last st, kl. Rep these 2 rows for patt. Main patt Row 1 (RS): Purl. Row 2: Kl, *k2, pl; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3. Row 3: P3, *kl, p2; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 4: Kl, *k2, pl; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3. Row 5: P3, *kl, p2; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 6: Kl, *k2, pl; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3. Rep these 6 rows for patt. Swt Cutting... Back With smaller needles, cast on 134 (149, 161, 173, 185, 200, 212, 227) sts. Work 5cm in 1x2 rib patt, ending after a WS row and dec 1 st at start of final row. 133 (148, 160,172,184,199,211, 226) sts Change to larger needles. Work in Main patt until Back measures 41 (41.5, 42, 42.5, 43, 43.5, 44.5,45.5) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape armholes Keeping patt correct, cast off 8 (9,11,14,15,16,18, 20) sts at start of next 2 rows. 117 (130,138,144,154,167,175, 186) sts Dec 1 st at each end of next row and 8 (10,10,10,11,13, 14,17) foil RS rows. 99 (108, 116,122,130,139,145,150) sts** Cont in patt without shaping until armholes measure 21 (22.5, 24, 25.5, 27, 28.5, 29.5, 30.5) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape shoulders & back neck Next Row (RS): Work 24 (27, 29, 32, 36, 39, 42, 43) sts in patt, turn, leaving rem sts on a stitch holder. ***Row 1: Dec 1 st at neck edge, work in patt to end. 1 st deed Row 2: Work in patt to end. Row 3: As Row 1. 22 (25, 27, 30, 34, 37, 40, 41) sts Row 4: Cast off 11 (12,13,14, 16,18,19, 20) sts, work in patt to end. 11 (13,14,16, 18,19,21,21) sts Row 5: Dec 0 (1,1,1,1,1,1, 1) sts at neck edge, work in patt to end. 11 (12,13,15, 17,18, 20, 20) sts Cast off. With RS facing, slip next 51 (54, 58, 58, 58,61,61,64) sts onto a separate holder for back neck. Rejoin yarn at neck edge and complete as for first side from *** Front Work as for Back to **. 99 (108,116,122,130,139,145, 150) sts Cont in patt without shaping until armholes measure 12 (13.5,14,14.5,16,17.5,18.5, 18.5) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape front neck Next Row (RS): Work 44 (48, 52, 55, 59, 63, 66, 68) sts in patt, turn, leaving rem sts on hold. Work each side of neck separately. * * **Cast off 2 sts at start of next row. 2 sts deed Work 1 row in patt. Rep last 2 rows 7 (9,9, 9, 8,9, 9,8) more times. 28 (28, 32, 35, 41,43, 46, 50) sts Cast off 1 st at start of next row. 1 st deed Work 1 row in patt. Rep last 2 rows 5 (3, 5, 5, 7, 6, 6,9) more times. 22 (24,26, 29, 33, 36, 39, 40) sts Cont without shaping until Front matches Back to start of shoulder shaping, ending at shoulder edge. Shape shoulders Castoff 11(12,13,14,16, 18,19,20) sts at start of next row. 11 (12,13,15,17,18, 20, 20) sts Cast off. With RS facing, slip next 11 (12, 12, 12, 12,13,13,14) sts onto a separate holder for front neck. Rejoin yarn at neck edge and complete as for first side from ****. Sleeves Work both the same With smaller needles, cast on 68 (71, 74, 77,80,83, 83,86) sts. Work in 1x2 rib patt until Sleeve measures 5cm, ending after a WS row and dec 1 st at start of final row. 67 (70, 73, 76, 79, 82, 82, 85) sts Change to larger needles. г ind your size Finished chest circ (cm) A: Front/Back width (cm) B: Length to armhole (cm) C: Total length to shoulder (cm) D: Cuff circ (cm) E: Top sleeve circ (cm) F: Sleeve length (cm) s M L XL 2X 3X 4X 5X 98 109 118 127 135.5 147 155.5 167 49 55 59 64 68 74 78 84 41 41.5 42 42.5 43 43.5 44.5 45.5 62 65 67 69 71 73 75 77 25 26 27.5 28.5 29.5 31 31 32 36 38 40.5 41.5 44 46 48 50 47 49 51 52 53 53 54 54 Rowan Alpaca Soft DK Rainy Day 210 14 14 15 15 16 16 17 17 46 www.craftworld.com
Work 6 rows in Main patt. Bring new sts into Main patt Next Row (RS, inc): Pl, mlp, work in patt to last st, mlp, pl. [Work 7 (7, 7, 7, 7, 5, 5, 5) rows in patt, rep inc row] 10 (10,17, 14,19,6,17, 20) times. 89 (92,109,106,119, 96,118, 127) sts SIZES S, M,XL, 3X,4X& 5X ONLY: [Work 9 (9, -, 9, -, 7, 7, 7) rows in patt, rep inc row] 4 (5, 3, 14,6, 4) times. 97 (102, -, 112, -, 124,130,135) sts ALL SIZES: 97 (102,109,112,119,124, 130,135) sts Cont in patt without shaping until Sleeve measures 47 (49, 51, 52, 53, 53, 54, 54) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape sleeve top Cast off 8 (9,11,14,15,16, 18,20) sts at start of next 2 rows. 81 (84, 87, 84, 89, 92, 94, 95) sts Dec 1 st at each end of next and foil 14 (17,20,24,30,31, 30,34) alt rows, then on foil 19 (17,15,9, 5, 5, 7,3) rows. 13 (14,15,16,17,18,18,19) sts Cast off. Making up: Block pieces to measurements given in table. Join Right shoulder seam. Neckband With RS facing and smaller needles, pu and k26 (27,27, 27, 30, 31, 31, 32) sts down Left front neck, work across 11 (12,12,12,12,13,13, 14) sts from Front holder as follows: p2 (1,1,1,1,0,0,2), [kl, p2] 3 (3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4,4) times, kO (1,1,1,1,1,1,0), pO (1,1,1, 1,0,0,0), pu and k25 (26, 27, 27, 30, 31, 31, 32) sts up Right front neck, pu and k4 sts down Right back neck, work across 51 (54, 58, 58, 58, 61, 61, 64) sts from Back holder as follows: pl (1, 0, 0, 0,0,0,0), [kl, p2] 16 (17,19,19,19, 20, 20, 21) times, kl, pl (1,0,0,0,0,0, 0), pu and k3 (3, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4) sts up Left back neck. Join to work in the rnd and pm for start of rnd. 120 (126,132,132, 138,144,144,150) sts Next Rnd: Pl, *kl, p2; rep from * to last 2 sts, kl, pl. Cont in rib as set for 5cm. Cast off in patt. Finishing Join Left shoulder and neckband seam. Sew in sleeves. Join side and sleeve seams. Weave in ends. S Buy your yarn... Rowan Alpaca Soft DK, visit www.knitrowan.com to find your local stockist www.craftworld.com 47
Knit//r$Crochet/f{$ Double Knitting An irresistible yarn with fun colour changes 10042/10039 Statecraft MvTtMrofVwUKHwjKnn^i Амоем hen For all our latest patterns & yams visit www.sty1ecraft-yams.co.uk f *© For your nearest stockist telephone 01484 848435 www.finefettlefibres.uk British, European & FairTrade Yarn A rauge of parvis for all projects and budgets. Stockists of St^lecraft, James C “Prett, ratons. Anchor and man^ more... 10% off online with code KNIT01 - expire woi/24 48 www.craftworld.com
“I wanted a vintage vibe with a comfortable modern GARMENT I twist for this design with inspiration from the 1940s and late Victorian period. The name is inspired by pomanders; oranges perforated with cloves, which I associate with cosy scents in the depths of winter. ‘Pomander’ comes from the French ‘pomme d’ambre’ or ‘apple of amber’! Amber Apple CARDIGAN Chic and versatile-this cardi is a wardrobe winner!
Designed by Marina Skua Need to know... Yarn used Rowan Pebble Island About the yarn DK; 108m per 50g skein; 100% wool Tension 20 (25) sts x 28 (23) rows = 10cm measured over St st (Herringbone st) Needles used 3.25mm circular, 100cm 4mm circular, 60cm & 100cm 4mm DPNs Other supplies / 4 stitch markers / stitch holders / 6 buttons, 1.5cm / tapestry needle Sizing XS (S, M, L, XL, 2X, ЗХ, 4X, 5X), designed to fit with 6-13cm ease Shown in size S on Natasha who is a UK size 10 Abbreviations DS - Double Stitch: SI 1 wyif, pull yarn over RH needle to create a st with 2 legs. On next row, к or p both legs of st tog as though they were one. See page 78 for all other abbreviations This cardigan has an unusual construction and is worked top-down with the band worked at the same time. The band is cast on at back neck and worked in rib, then sts are picked up along its edge for shoulders and centre back. Saddle shoulder pieces are worked in Herringbone Stitch, put on hold, then sts for each front and back are picked up and worked separately as far as underarms. The fronts and back are joined and worked flat to the hem. Sleeve sts are picked up around the armholes, short rows shape the puffed sleeve cap, then the sleeves are worked in the round with gentle shaping. Sts are dramatically decreased just before the Herringbone cuffs. Stitch patterns Herringbone stitch (flat) Row 1 (RS): [SI 1 k-wise] twice, insert LH needle in slipped sts through front loops, wrap yarn k-wise around RH needle, si first st off needle, leaving 2nd st on LH needle, *sl 1 k-wise tbl, si 1 k-wise, insert LH needle in slipped sts through front loops, wrap yarn k-wise around RH needle, si first st off needle, leaving 2nd st on LH needle; rep from * to last st, kl tbl. Row 2: *P2tog, leaving 2nd st on LH needle; rep from * to last st, pl tbl. Rep these 2 rows for patt. Herringbone stitch (in the rnd) Rnd 1 (set-up rnd): *K2tog, slipping only first st off needle, leaving 2nd st on LH needle; rep from * to last st, si next st to RH needle, rm, si st back to LH needle; rep from * once more, si st just worked to LH needle, pm, si st back to RH needle. Rnd 2: SI next st, then si it back to LH needle tbl, *k2tog tbl, slipping only first st off needle, leaving 2nd st on LH needle; rep from * to last st, si next st to RH needle, rm, si st back to LH needle; rep from * once more, si st just worked to LH needle, pm, si st back to RH needle. Rnd 3: SI next st k-wise, then si it back to LH needle, *k2tog, slipping only first st off needle, leaving 2nd st on LH needle; rep from * to last st, si next st to RH needle, rm, si st back to LH needle; rep from * once more, si st just worked to LH needle, pm, si st back to RH needle. Rep rnds 2-3 for patt. Start knitting... Neckband With larger needles, cast on 16 sts using Judy’s Magic Cast-On (8 sts on each needle). Holding needles with tips pointing away and RS facing you, place 8 sts from needle Special instructions Judy's Magic Cast-On Tie a slipknot leaving a tail 4 times the length of the intended cast-on. Using circular needles with a long cable, hold both ends in Right hand, one in front of the other. Place slipknot on back needle with tail end at back. Take both ends of yarn in Left hand, and then separate them using index finger and thumb with tail end over index finger and working end over thumb. Keeping Left hand static and moving both needles in Right hand only, move tip of front needle over and under tail end of yarn so that yarn wraps around front needle and finishes between needles. Then move tip of back needle over and under working end of yarn so that yarn wraps around back needle and finishes between needles. Cont wrapping yarn in this way, alternating needles, until desired number of sts is reached. to the Left on hold. Turn needle ready to work over rem 8 sts from WS. Rowl(WS): Pl, [pl, kl] 3 times, kl. Row 2: [Kl, pl] 3 times, k2. Row 3: SI 1 wyif, [pl, kl] 3 times, kl. Note: The slipped edge is the neck edge, and the edge with garter bumps will later have sts picked up from it. Find your size Approximate UK dress size A: Finished chest (cm) B: Length from underarm (cm) C: Armhole depth (cm) D: Top sleeve circ (cm) E: Cuff circ (cm) F: Sleeve length (cm) XS S M L XL 2X 3X 4X 5X 6 8 10-12 14-16 18-20 22-24 26-28 30-32 34-36 84 94 104 114 124 134 144 154 164 28.5 28.5 28.5 28.5 28.5 28.5 28.5 28.5 28.5 20.5 21 22.5 24 25.5 27 28.5 29 30.5 57.5 60.5 64.5 68.5 73 77 83.5 87.5 91.5 16 16.5 17 17.5 18 18.5 19.5 20.5 24 59 59 59 59 59 59 59 59 59 Rowan Pebble Island Macaroni 029 11 12 13 15 16 17 19 20 21 50 www.craftworld.com
Rep rows 2-3 another 16 (17, 17, 17, 19, 19,21,21,21) times. Drop yarn, place these 8 sts on hold and return held 8 sts from cast-on to LH needle, ready to work from RS. Join new ball of yarn. Row 1 (RS): K2, [pl, kl] 3 times. Row 2: Kl, [kl, pl] 3 times, pl. Row 3: SI 1 k-wise, [kl, pl] 3 times, kl. Rep rows 2-3 another 16 (17, 17, 17, 19, 19,21,21, 21) times, then rep Row 2 once more. Shoulder Set-up Row 1 (RS): SI 1 k-wise, [kl, pl] 3 times, kl, pm, turn work 90 degrees clockwise, pu and kl9 (19, 19, 19, 21, 21, 23, 23, 23) sts along G st edge for Left Shoulder, pm, pu and k28 (28, 30, 30, 32, 32, 34, 34, 36) sts for Back, pm, pu and kl9 (19, 19, 19, 21, 21, 23, 23, 23) sts for Right Shoulder, work across held sts as [kl, pl] 3 times, k2. 82 (82, 84, 84, 90, 90, 96, 96, 98) sts Right Shoulder Drop yarn, place 8 neckband sts just worked on hold. The first ball of yarn is now in position to work Right Shoulder sts from WS (work over 19 (19, 19, 19, 21, 21, 23, 23, 23) shoulder sts, leaving rem sts on cable of needle). Row 1 (WS): Kl, starting with Row 2, work Herringbone Stitch (flat) to 1 st before marker, kl, turn. Row 2: Kl, work Herringbone Stitch (flat) to last st, kl. Rep these 2 rows another 7 (7, 8, 9,10, 11, 11, 11,11) times, then work 1 more WS row. Place sts on hold and break yarn. Left Shoulder Place 8 left neckband sts on hold, rm and rejoin yarn ready to work RS over 19 (19, 19, 19, 21, 21, 23, 23, 23) Left Shoulder sts, leaving rem sts on cable of needle. Row 1 (RS): Kl, starting with Row 1, work Herringbone Stitch to 1 st before marker, kl, turn. Row 2: Kl, work Herringbone Stitch to last st, kl. Rep rows 1-2 another 7 (7, 8, 9,10,11,11,11,11) times, then work 1 more RS row. Place sts on hold, do not break yam. Back With RS facing and starting at held sts edge of Left Shoulder, pu and kl7 (17,19, 21, 23, 25, 25, 25, 25) sts along edge of Left Shoulder, pm, k28 (28, 30, 30, 32, 32, 34, 34, 36) Back sts, pm, pu and kl7 (17,19, 21, 23, 25, 25, 25, 25) sts along edge of Right Shoulder. 62 (62, 68, 72, 78, 82, 84, 84, 86) sts Short Row 1(WS): Kl, pto marker, sm, p to marker, sm, pl, turn. Short Row 2: DS, sm, к to marker, kl, turn. Short Row 3: DS, sm, p to marker, sm, p to previous DS, p4, turn. Short Row 4: DS, к to marker, sm, к to marker, sm, к to 4 sts after previous DS, turn. Rep short rows 3-4 another 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4) times. Next Short Row (WS): DS, p to marker, rm, p to marker, rm, p to last st, kl. Resume working over all 62 (62, 68, 72, 78, 82, 84, 84, 86) Back sts and cont in St st with 1-st Garter borders until St st section measures 13.5 (12.5, 13, 13.5,13.5, 13.5, 13.5,12.5,12.5) cm at outer armhole edge, ending after a WS row. Next Row (RS, inc): K2, mil, к to last 2 sts, mlr, k2. 2 sts /лсУ Rep inc row every RS row a further 3(6, 7,8, 9, 11, 12, 15, 17) times. 70 (76, 84, 90, 98,106,110,116,122) sts Cast on 2 (2, 2,3, 3,3,4, 4, 4) sts at start of next 2 rows. 74 (80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 118, 124,130) sts Break yarn, place sts on hold. Right Front With RS facing, larger needles and starting at held shoulder sts side, pu but do not work 17 (17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 25, 25, 25) sts along edge of Right Shoulder, pm, place 8 neckband sts on RH needle after these picked-up sts. 25 (25, 27, 29, 31, 33, 33, 33, 33) sts Row 1 (WS): SI 1 wyif, rejoin yarn, [pl, kl] 3 times, kl, sm, pl7 (17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 25, 25, 25). Row 2: К to marker, sm, [kl, pl] 3 times, k2. Short Row 1: SI 1 wyif, [pl, kl] 3 times, kl, sm, p4, turn. Short Row 2: DS, work in patt to end, turn. Short Row 3: Work in patt to previous DS, p4, turn. Rep short rows 2-3 another 2(2, 2,3, 3,4,4, 4, 4) times, then rep Short Row 2 once more. Shapeneck Note: Armhole shaping starts before neck incs are complete; read to end of section before continuing. Work 3 (3, 3, 5, 5, 7, 7, 7, 7) rows as set. Next Row (RS, neck inc): К to marker, mlr, sm, work as set to end. 1 neck st inc’d Inc at neck edge every 6th row a further 5 (6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 8, 9, 9) times, then every 4th row 4 (3, 4, 3, 4, 3, 4, 3, 4) times. AT THE SAME TIME, when 45 (41, 43, 45, 47, 47, 49, 45, 45) rows have been worked in Neck Shaping section, start armhole shaping. Armhole Inc Row (RS): K2, mil, work as set to end including any neck incs. 1 arm hole st inc’d www.craftworld.com 51
GARMENT -------1 Inc at armhole edge every RS row a further 3 (6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12,15,17) times. Cast on 2 (2, 2,3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) sts at start of next RS row, then work 1 row straight. 41 (44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 63, 66, 69) sts Break yarn, place sts on hold. Left Front With RS facing, return held 8 neckband sts to LH needle without working, pm, rejoin yarn, pu and kl7 (17,19, 21, 23, 25, 25, 25, 25) sts along edge of shoulder. 25 (25, 27, 29, 31, 33, 33, 33, 33) sts Next Row (WS): P17 (17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 25, 25, 25), sm, kl, [kl, pl] 3 times, pl. Short Row 1 (RS): SI 1 к-wise, [kl, pl] 3 times, kl, sm, k4, turn. Short Row 2: DS, p to marker, sm, work as set to end, turn. Short Row 3: Work as set to previous DS, k4, turn. Rep short rows 2-3 another 2 (2, 2,3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 4) times, then rep Short Row 2 once more. Shape neck Note: Armhole shaping starts before neck incs are complete; read to end of section before continuing. Work 4 (4, 4, 6, 6, 8, 8, 8, 8) rows as set. Next Row (RS, neck inc): Work as set to marker, sm, mil, к to end. 1 neck st incd Inc at neck edge every 6th row a further 5 (6, 6, 7, 7,8, 8,9, 9) times, then every 4th row 4 (3, 4, 3, 4, 3, 4, 3, 4) times. AT THE SAME TIME, when 46 (42, 44, 46, 48, 48, 50, 46, 46) rows have been worked in Neck Shaping section, start armhole shaping. Armhole Inc Row (RS): Work as set to last 2 sts including any neck incs, mlr, k2. 1 armhole st incd Inc at arm hole edge every RS row a further 3 (6, 7, 8, 9, 11,12, 15,17) times. Work 52 www.craftworld.com 2 rows straight, then cast on 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3, 4, 4, 4) sts at start of next WS row. 41 (44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 63, 66, 69) Sts Join Fronts & Back Row 1 (RS): Work as set over Left Front, backward loop cast on 8 (12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 24, 28, 32) sts, with RS facing к across held 74 (80, 88, 96, 104, 112, 118, 124,130) Back sts, backward loop cast on 8 (12, 14,16,18, 20, 24, 28, 32) sts, with RS facing return held 41 (44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 63, 66, 69) Right Front sts to needles and к to marker, sm, kl, pl, kl, k2tog (buttonhole), pl, k2. 171 (191, 211, 231, 251, 271, 291, 311, 331) sts Row 2: Sil wyif, pl, kl, pl, yo (buttonhole), pl, kl, pl, sm, p to marker, sm, work as set to end. 172 (192, 212, 232, 252, 272, 292, 312, 332) sts Last two rows form buttonhole. *Work as set for 12 rows, work 2 buttonhole rows; rep from * a further 3 times. Work 2 buttonhole rows, work 6 rows in patt. Hem Change to smaller needles. Rib Row 1 (RS): Work as set to marker, *pl, kl; rep from * to 2 sts before marker, p2tog, sm, work as set to end. 171 (191, 211, 231, 251, 271, 291, 311, 331) sts Work in rib as now set for another 5 rows. Maintaining rib, work buttonhole over next 2 rows. Work 6 more rows in rib. Cast off. Sleeves Work both the same With RS facing, larger needles and starting at centre underarm, pu and k44 (47, 51, 55, 58, 62, 67, 71, 75) sts as far as shoulder sts, pm, return held 19 (19, 19, 19, 21, 21, 23, 23, 23) shoulder sts to LH needle, *k2, mil; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3, pm, pu and k44 (47, 51, 55, 58, 62, 67, 71, 75) sts ending at centre underarm. Pm and join to work in the rnd. 115 (121,129,137,146, 154, 167,175,183) sts Short Row 1 (RS): К to marker, sm, к to marker, sm, kl, turn. Short Row 2: DS, sm, p to marker, sm, pl, turn Short Row 3: DS, к to previous DS, k3, turn. Short Row 4: DS, p to previous DS, p3, turn. Rep last 2 rows a further 1 (1,1, 1, 2, 2, 2, 3, 3) times. Next Short Row: DS, к to previous DS, k5, turn. Next Short Row: DS, p to previous DS, p5, turn. Rep last 2 rows a further 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6) times. Next Row (RS): DS, к to end, removing shoulder markers. Resume working in the rnd over all sts. Knit 14 rnds. Next Rnd (dec): Kl, k2tog, к to last 3 sts, ssk, kl. 2 sts deed L Buy your yarn... Rowan Pebble Island, visit www.knitrowan.com to find your local stockist Rep these 15 rnds a further 8 times. 97 (103, 111, 119, 128, 136, 149,157, 165) sts Knit 14 rnds. Next Rnd: [K4 (2, 2, 2, 1, 1, 0, 0, 2), k2tog] 6 (1, 7, 13, 12, 20, 2, 4, 15) times, [k3 (3, 3, 1, 2, 2, 1, 1, 1), k2tog] 5 (19, 11,5, 14,4, 47, 47, 15) times, [k4 (2, 2, 2,1, 1, 0, 0, 2), k2tog] 6 (1, 7, 13, 12, 20, 2, 4, 15) times. 80 (82, 86, 88, 90, 92, 98, 102, 120) sts Next Rnd: *K2tog; rep from * to end. 40 (41, 43, 44, 45, 46, 49, 51, 60) sts Cuff Work in Herringbone st (in the rnd) for 12 rnds. Cast off k-wise. Finishing Starting at outer edge of neck band and working out to Sleeve join, embroider a row of chain stitch along each of edge of Herringbone shoulder pieces, where Front & Back sts were picked up. Attach buttons to correspond with buttonholes. Block to measurements and weave in all ends. S
gg WOOL ла WAREHOUSE Order online: www.wooiwarehouje.co.uk Ipt.m Mtfi >**hiyil WOOL ЛМ WAREHOUSE Order onine: www.woolworehoujexo.uk Phone uk 01926 882818 or 0600 505 3300 Email us: helk>a-woo*warehouse.co.uk FREE def very on UK orden over £30 www.craftworld.com 53
Cheery ocean pal CLOWNFISH 54 www.craftworld.com
TOY Need to know... Designed by Sachiyo Ishii Yarn used Any DК yarn 4g in orange (A) oddments in black (B) & white (C) Why not try King Cole Dollymix DK 1 ball in Orange (144) Oddments in Black (048) & White (001) About the yarn DK; 73m per 25g ball; 100% acrylic Tension 25 sts x 36 rows = 10cm measured over St st Tension is not important, make sure your sts are tight enough to avoid stuffing show-through Needles used 3mm DPNs Other supplies /3mm crochet hook / toy stuffing / chenille or tapestry needle Sizing 19cm long Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations The Clownfish pieces are worked flat, but double-pointed needles are used to make the stripes easier. Slide sts across the needles as indicated in order to access the yarn previously dropped. Do not break yarn unless instructed. The top and base fins are added after the clownfish is made up using crochet. Atting... Body & Tail Starting with the tail. With B, cast on 14 sts. Join in A. Rows 1-4: With A and starting with a к row, work in St st. Join in C. Rows 5-6: With C, work in St st. Row 7 (RS): With B, knit, do not turn work. Slide sts to other end of needle to use attached yarn. Row 8 (RS): With A, knit. Row 9: With A, p2, [pfb, p2] 4 times. 18 sts Row 10: With A, knit. Row 11: With A, [p2, pfb] 6 times, do not turn. 24 sts Slide sts to other end of needle to use attached yarn. Row 12 (WS): With B, purl. Row 13: With C, knit. Row 14: With C, p4, [pfb, p4] 4 times. 28 sts Row 15: With C, knit, do not turn. Slide sts to other end of needle to use attached yarn. Row 16 (RS): With B, knit, do not turn. Slide sts to other end of needle to use attached yarn. Rows 17-21: With A, work in St st. Row 22: With B, purl, do not turn. Slide sts to other end of needle to use attached yarn. Row 23: With C, p2tog, [p2tog, pl] 8 times, p2tog. 18 sts Row 24: With C, k2, [k2tog, k2] 4 times. 14 sts Row 25: With C, purl. Row 26: With B, knit. Rows 27-29: With A, work in St st. Row 30: With A, k2, [k2tog, k2] 3 times. 11 sts Row 31: With A, [p2tog] 5 times, pl. 6 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Side Fins Make 2 With B, cast on 12 sts. Row 1 (RS): Knit. Break В and join A. Rows 2-3: Starting with a p row, work in St st. Row 4: [Pl, p2tog] 4 times. 8 sts Row 5: [K2tog] 4 times. 4 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Making up: Sew Body & Tail seam, leaving a gap for stuffing, stuff body, avoiding tail section, and close gap. Using photo as a guide, with matching yarn sew through both layers of body at start of tail section using back stitch. Sew seams of each side of Side Fin, noting that fins are not stuffed. Attach Side Fins to body. With B, embroider French knots as eyes. Top Fin After fish is made up and stuffed, join A to tail end of top of body. With crochet hook and inserting hook into the top of the fish each time, work in crochet as follows: 1 chain, 1 double crochet, 1 half treble, 1 treble. Change to С. 1 double crochet, slip stitch, 1 double crochet, 1 treble. Change to B. 3 chain. Change to A. 3 chain, 3 treble, slip stitch. Fasten off. Base Fin Join A to tail end of underside of body. With crochet hook and inserting hook into the underside of the fish each time, work in crochet as follows: 1 double crochet, 1 half treble, 2 treble, 1 double crochet, slip stitch. Fasten off. > www.craftworld.com 55
WEST YORKSHIRE SPINNERS * Nourish, Nurture, Rest and Renew this Autumn Introducing four new shades of Retreat Super Chunky - our luxurious yarn with a delicate twist, gentle halo and all the great natural qualities of roving, ideal for beautiful knitting and crochet projects. For every ball of Retreat sold, we donate to the mental-health charity, Mind. Discover your local stockist at wyspinners.com ©ООО 01535 664500
Book review 5 reasons why you’ll love KNIT ARTISTIC £7^ АМЖ7Т Enjoy combining wonderful В—I ,Л \ I colours and patterns for 011Г1Л1 wear-forever knits When Barbel Sa let’s book popped onto the desk at KN HQ, we just knew that we had to share it with you. Last issue, we featured the glorious Rise Like a Phoenix design, and we thought you might like to see a little more of what the book contains. Each shawl is a wonderful work of art with a palette selection to excite, whether you prefer bold and bright, or more subtle combinations. i The colourwork designs We all like a bit of colour in our lives, and Barbel has seamlessly combined stand- out hues with designs that are as eye-catching as they are harmonious. l Subtle gradients sit I alongside bold shades, * with joyful bursts of colour that bring her - beautiful designs to life. We love the turquoise and terracotta version of Fire Lilies with a subtle L blue running through the make, topped off with a bright | turquoise border. The turquoise and terracotta version of Fire Lilies Is an eye-catching combination 2 Techniques to learn andtry At first glance, Knit Artistic Shawls looks like it is aimed at the most proficient knitters - the colourwork designs appear intricate and detailed. But fear not! There is something for all abilities in the gorgeous tome, even for knitters wanting to try their hand at their first large triangular shawl. There are pages of techniques to help, from swatch ing and steeking, through colour arrangement to borders and blocking. If you’re starting out, check out the Easygoing shawl. 3 Packed with heirloom makes Carefully curated yarn choices ensure that all your hard work will last a life time. Barbel combines beautifully soft fibres, including 100% lambswool, Shetland and Norwegian yarns and supersoft cashmere, to name a few, for luxurious knits that will look as good in years to come as Tracery is a stand-out pattern 5 they do when your new shawl first comes off the needles. Gondwana in turquoise-green and sand-nature combines timeless colours that’ll span the decades. 4 The fabulous pattern combinations One of the most impressive aspects of the book is how defined the patterns on the shawls are - even on the more subtle colour combinations, the patterns really pop! Some of the designs are architectural and geometric in style, while others have a nature-inspired finish. We love how Barbel explains where her inspiration for each came from - Arabesque was the result of a visit to the old town of Marrakech, Ginkgo by the gentle beauty of ginkgo trees, and Easygoing was inspired by a door that Barbel saw on a visit to Kent! 5 Ageless style for all If you’re anything like us, you’ll have a cupboard bursting with a variety of shawls... but there is always room for one more! Shawls are so versatile - the perfect cover-up for when the sun goes down on summer evenings, a comforting woolly hug for chilly winter nights spent on the sofa. But, whatever the occasion, a well- chosen shawl is a stylish cover- up that spans the generations, and you’ll be spoilt for choice in the selection contained in Knit Artistic Shawls. www.craftworld.com 57
ЮТОР TIPS for cable knits key property you’re looking for is stitch definition - you want to be able to see those lovely cable stitches you’ve created! A smooth, round, bouncy Here’s a round-up of the Knit Now team’s top tips for mastering this rewarding technique wool yarn is often the go-to for cable knits, but you can experiment with adding a lovely light mohair yarn such as Rowan Kidsilk Haze to add some fluffiness without losing definition. Cable needles Metal cable needles can be handy for quick knits, but if you’re * * - using a slippery yarn, use a bamboo needle to avoid dropping stitches. Experiment with different shapes of cable needles to find out what works best for you - you can start practising straight away using your 3-in-l set. Charts made easy In Knit Now, cable patterns always come with both charted and written instructions, but elsewhere you may find chart-only patterns. Don’t worry though - they’re not as complex as they look. Each square represents one stitch, and you read the rows in the same direction as you knit. If you struggle to follow the chart, get out your highlighters No needle? No problem! Set yourself free of the cable needle altogether by learning to cable without a cable needle! This is particularly useful for small cables of only two or three stitches. There are lots of great tutorials online - start with the one on the Modern Daily Knitting blog at www.modernciailyknitting.com and colour-code the squares, or use Post-it notes to help you keep your place. Stitch markers really are a knitter’s best friend when it comes to cable patterns! Place a marker between each pattern repeat to help you keep your place. If you have some lockable markers, pop one at the end of every 10th row to help you keep count of rows, too. 58 www.craftworld.com
FEATURE Mistakes happen There’s no such thing as a perfect knitter, so don’t beat yourself up if you make a mistake! You can drop down and re-knit a section if you need to. First, run a DPN through the stitches below where the mistake happened. Next, drop all the stitches above that point to create a ladder, then simply rework the pattern correctly, using the ladders as the working yarn. Keeping count Keeping count of which row you’re on when knitting cables can be tricky, but here’s a little tip - place the tip of your needle at the hole in your cable (where it twists); this is your cable row. From there, you can count rows up or down. Brilliant blocking Cabled stitch patterns don’t really come to life until the finished piece has been washed and blocked. Don’t judge your WIF? particularly if you’re using a lovely woolly yarn that will bloom with washing. It may look a bit uneven as you’re knitting but a nice gentle soak and shaping when wet will do wonders. Don’t stress If you can knit and purl, you can do cables! Just take it one stitch at a time and remember you’re only doing normal knitting stitches in a different order. www.craftworld.com 59
CARDIGAN Choose this delicate design for an all-occasion cover-up 60 www.craftworld.com
GARMENT I Designed by Bergere de France Design Team Need to know... Yarn used Bergere de France Merinos Lin About the yarn DK; 114m per 500g ball; 50% wool, 50% linen Tension 24 sts x 28 rows = 10cm measured over patt on larger needles Needles used 3.5mm straight 4mm straight Other supplies / locking stitch markers / 5 buttons, 2.2cm / tapestry needle Sizing S (M, L, XL, 2X) designed to fit with 2-5 cm ease See table for finished measurements Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations This cardigan is worked flat in pieces from the bottom up with long sleeves. You can choose to work the Diamond lace pattern from a chart or written instructions, whichever you prefer. patterns ixi rib patt Row 1 (RS): Kl, *pl, kl; rep from * to end. Row 2: *P1, kl; rep from * to last st, pl. Rep these 2 rows for patt. Double Moss st Row 1 (RS): *K1, pl; rep from * to last st, kl. Row 2: *P1, kl; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 3: *P1, kl; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 4: *K1, pl; rep from * to last st, kl. Rep these 4 rows for patt. Diamond patt Row 1 (RS): K8, k2tog, yo, k9. Row 2 & all WS rows: P19. Row 3: K7, k2tog, yo, kl, yo, ssk, k7. Row 5: K6, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, ssk, k6. Row 7: K5, k2tog, yo, k5, yo, ssk, k5. Row 9: K4, k2tog, yo, k7, yo, ssk, k4. Row 11: КЗ, k2tog, yo, k9, yo, ssk, k3. Row 13: K4, yo, k4, sk2p, k4, yo, k4. Row 15: K5, yo, k3, sk2p, k3, yo, k5. Row 17: K6, yo, k2, sk2p, k2, yo, k6. Row 19: K7, yo, kl, sk2p, kl, yo, k7. Row 21: K8, yo, sk2p, yo, k8. Row 22 (WS): Purl. Rep these 22 rows for patt. knitting... Back With smaller needles, cast on 107 (117,127, 139,151) sts. Work in lxl rib until Back measures 4cm, ending after a WS row. Change to larger needles. Row 1 (RS): Work 21 (25, 29, 33, 37) sts in Double Moss st, work Row 1 of Diamond patt, work 27 (29, 31, 35, 39) sts in Double Moss st, work Row 1 of Diamond patt, work 21 (25, 29, 33, 37) sts in Double Moss st. This row sets position of patts. Cont as set until Back measures 33 (34, 34, 35, 36) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape raglans Maintaining patt, cast off 2 (4, 5, 9,12) sts at start of next 2 rows. 103 (109, 117,121, 127) sts Next Row (RS, dec): K2, k2tog, work as set to last 4 sts, ssk, k2. 2 sts deed Next Row: Work as set. Rep these 2 rows 30 (32, 35, 36, 37) more times and AT THE SAME TIME when Back measures approximately 51 (51, 51, 51, 59) cm after a Row 22 of Diamond patt, change to work those sts in St st for rem raglan shaping, maintaining Double Moss sections throughout. 41 (43, 45, 47, 51) sts Cast off. Left Front With smaller needles, cast on 51 (55, 61, 67, 73) sts. Work in lxl rib until Left Front measures 4cm, ending after a WS row. Change to larger needles.** Row 1 (RS): Work 21 (25, 29, 33, 37) sts in Double Moss st, work Row 1 of Diamond patt, work 11 (11, 13, 15, 17) sts in Double Moss st. This row sets position of patts. Cont as set until Left Front measures 33 (34, 34, 35, 36) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape raglan & neck Read through the whole section before beginning, raglan and neck shaping occur simultaneously and there is also a change of stitch pattern. Maintaining patt, cast off 2 (4, 5, 9, 12) sts at start of next row. 49 (51, 56, 58, 61) sts Work 1 row as set. Next Row (RS, dec): K2, k2tog, work as set to end. 1 st deed Next Row: Work as set. Rep these 2 rows 27 (29, Find your size Approximate UK dress size Finished chest (cm) A: Back width (cm) B: Front width (cm) C: Length to armhole (cm) D: Total length (cm) E: Cuff width (cm) F: Top sleeve width (cm) G: Sleeve length (cm) Mais 10959 s M L XL 2X 8 10-12 14-16 18-20 22-24 88.5 96 105 115 125 45 49 53 58 63 21.5 23 25.5 28 30.5 33 34 34 35 36 56 58 60 62 64 24 24.5 25.5 27 28 33 36 39 43 47 44 44 44 44 44 Bergere de France Merinos Lin 9 10 10 12 12 www.craftworld.com 61
Special instructions No-cut buttonholes Using a threaded tapestry needle, pick up horizontal strand of stitch where you want to place buttonhole, pull it up and attach it 2 rows higher with a few little stitches on WS of work. Repeat with horizontal strand below first strand, and attach it in the same way, 2 rows down. 32, 33, 34) more times and AT THE SAME TIME when Left Front measures 49 (51, 53, 55, 57) cm, cast off at start of WS rows (neck edge) as follows: Cast off 9 (9, 11, 12, 14) sts once, cast off 3 sts once, cast off 2 sts once, [cast off 1 st] 4 times, cast off rem 3 sts. AT THE SAME TIME when Left Front measures approximately 51 (51, 51, 51, 59) cm after a Row 22 of Diamond patt, change to work those sts in St st for rem shaping, maintaining Double Moss sections throughout. Right Front Work as given for Left Front as far as **. Row 1 (RS): Work 11(11, 13, 15, 17) sts in Double Moss st, work Row 1 of Diamond patt, work 21 (25, 29, 33, 37) sts in Double Moss st. This row sets position of patts. Cont as set until Right Front measures 33 (34, 34, 35, 36) cm, ending after a RS row. Shape raglan & neck Read through the whole section before beginning, raglan and neck shaping occur simultaneously and there is also a change of stitch pattern. Maintaining patt, cast off 2 (4, 5, 9,12) sts at start of next row. 49 (51, 56, 58, 61) sts Next Row (RS, dec): Work as set to last 4 sts, ssk, k2. 1 st deed Next Row: Work as set. 62 www.craftworld.com
GARMENT I Rep these 2 rows 27 (29, 32, 33, 34) more times and AT THE SAME TIME when Right Front measures 49 (51, 53, 55, 57) cm, cast off at start of RS rows (neck edge) as follows: Cast off 9 (9,11,12, 14) sts once, cast off 3 sts once, cast off 2 sts once, [cast off 1 st] 4 times, cast off rem 3 sts. AT THE SAME TIME when Right Front measures approximately 51 (51, 51, 51, 59) cm after a Row 22 of Diamond patt, change to work those sts in St st for rem shaping, maintaining Double Moss sections throughout. Left Sleeve With smaller needles, cast on 57 (59, 61, 65, 67) sts. Work in lxl rib until Sleeve measures 4cm, ending after a WS row. Change to larger needles. Row 1 (RS): Work 19 (20,21, 23, 24) sts in Double Moss st, work Row 1 of Diamond patt, work 19 (20, 21, 23, 24) sts in Double Moss st. This row sets position of patts. Cont as set until Sleeve measures 7cm, ending after a WS row. Next Row (RS, inc): Kl, ml, work as set to last st, ml, kl. 2 sts inc’d [Work 9 (5, 5, 5, 3) rows as set, rep inc row] 1 (6, 3,13, 7) times. 61 (73, 69, 93, 83) sts [Work 9 (7, 5, 1, 3) rows as set, rep inc row] 8 (6,12, 5, 14) times. 77 (85, 93,103, 111 sts Cont as set without shaping until Sleeve measures 44cm, ending after a WS row. Shape raglans Work Back edge as for Back and Front edge as for Left Front, then cast off at start of WS rows as follows: cast off 5 sts once, cast off 3 sts once, cast off 2 sts once, cast off rem 4 sts. AT THE SAME TIME when Sleeve measures approximately 59cm after a Row 22 of Diamond patt, change to work those sts in St st for rem raglan shaping, maintaining Double Moss sections throughout. Right Sleeve Work as given for Left Sleeve, reversing raglan shapings to match Right side of Back and Right Front. Making up: Block pieces to measurements and join both shoulder seams. Right Front Band With RS facing, smaller needles and starting at Right Front cast-on edge, pu and kll7 (123, 127, 133,137) sts up Front edge. 117 (123,127, 133,137) sts Work in lxl rib for 3cm. Cast off in rib. Left Front Band With RS facing, smaller needles and starting at Left Front neck edge, pu and kll7 (123, 127, 133,137) sts down Front edge. 117 (123,127, 133, 137) sts Work in lxl rib for 3cm. Cast off in rib. Neckband With RS facing, smaller needles and starting at Right Front neck, pu and kl49 (153,157, 161,165) sts around neck edge. Work in lxl rib for 3cm. Cast off in rib. Finishing Join raglan seams. Mark position for top button 1.5cm from top edge, bottom button 2cm from lower edge and rem 3 buttons spaced evenly between on each Front band. Make 5 no-cut buttonholes on your chosen side (see Special Instructions) and attach buttons to correspond with buttonholes. Weave in all ends. S Chart Key www.craftworld.com 63
when you shop local! FREE Show your love and support for your local yarn shop and claim your FREE KnitPro gift when youshop in store! Cheshire, Qo\A/_|n Ourspedalist U ^7 VV III shopsstock the top brands Including WYS, King Cole, Stylecraft, Rico and Sirdar supported by hundreds of patterns and books. We sell tools and accessories from Knit Pro, Milward and Prym. Marple: 0161427 2529 Buxton: 01298 26636 enquiries@myknittingyarn andwool.co.uk www.myknittingyamandwooLco.uk Spend £15 in store and claim your pair of KnitPro Symfonie interchangeable 4mm tips PLUS an 80cm cord, all for free! weeL AND CRAFTS A family run yarn store based in Burbage, Leicestershire offering yarns from Stylecraft, James C Brett, WYS and more with a range of accessories from Milward, Knit Pro and others. We also carry a selection of fabrics, DMC embroidery threadsand needlecraft kits. Contact details Woolandcrafts.co.uk Unit 3b, The Courtyard, Fairway Centre, Coventry Road, Burbage LE10 2HL 01455238768 FRE from •x“-"« KnitPro Symfonie I И H interchangeable tips WB I g® I И И И H by shopping at one IXI l(^g)ft)<^epar,wpatlng Northvmbe-rlancJ Name. Address Email. ‘Minimum instore spend of £15 applies.To take advantage of this offer please send us your receipt along with this voucher to Knit Now, Practical Publishing Suite G2, Vitality House, 217 Wellington Road South, Stockport SK2 6NG with your contact details. Gift will be sent direct from Practical Publishing Ltd within 28 days. While stocks last. Please ensure all your details are completed in black ink. UK offer only. Only stores listed on pages Yam Circle pages of Knit Now issue 161 are participating in this 64 www.craftworld.com
6-aivit>ric/^hire< Patches Habeidasheiy & Handmade Large range of fabrics & yarn Haberdashery including buttons & ribbons Workshops and weekly social groups Sewing Machine servicing & repairs 9 All Sainis Passage, Huntington, Cambridgeshire, PE29 jPN 69 High Street, Sutton, Ely, CB6 ?NL www.patcheshaberdasheiy.co.uk Find us on Facebook too: Patches Haberdashery i .knit An independent family run shop An Aladin’s Cave stocking a wide range of natural and synthetic yam suitable for every pocket. Inc WYS, Woolcraft,Wendy, Stylecraft, King Cole, Bretts, Katia Rico & Malibrego Plus pattens & Accessories Knitting yarn specialists stocking Stylecraft, Rico, Malabrigo, Janies C Brett, West Yorkshire Spinners, and Katia as well as cross stitch, tapestry and haberdashery supplies. DMC Select Partner. We also provide a bespoke picture framing service. Birmingham House, 22 Alban Square, Aberaeron SA460AH 01545 905051 www.rosemaryswoolshop.co. uk Email: enquiries@rosemaryswoolshop.cauk Blue Button Designs 3-7 latton Road Sale Cheshire M33 ZEB T 07540 634351 F @BlueButtonDesigns E djpproducts@msn.com We stock Lots of lovely yarns including Rico, Bergere, James C Brett, Sirdar, Wendy, WY Spinners and Macrame yams plus knitting accessories and so much more Craft and gift shop selling wool, haberdashery, fabric, jewellery, and gifts. Suppliers of James C Brett, Wendy, Stylecraft, West Yorkshire Spinners, Rico, Sirdar, Emma Ball, Corienne Lapierre Bothy Threads & Hand Dyed Wools. Classes available please contact us for more info. The Crafty Wee Pie 37 Affinity Sterling Mills Outlet Devon Way, Tillicoultry Clackmannanshire, FK13 6HQ. 07580008750 Thecraftyweepie@hotmail.com Mid falamoraw Pe-rb^hire- -----ar Woolshopdirect an Aladdin's cave for yarn lovers. 36, Marple Road, Charlesworth, Glossop, Derbyshire SK13 5DA tel: 07586 343438 Facebook: woolshopdirect I We have a huge selection of Stylecraft, Rico, James C Brett, King Cole, Adriafil, Jarol and Woolcraft yarn available. New stock added weekly. Also patterns, buttons, crochet hooks, needles, etc. л Expert, friendly advice with parking at the door. Open daily from 10 am - 5pm. F Saturday 10am -3pm. Closed Tuesday and Sunday. |w North Yorkshire- Me- of Wi^hf $£ Knit Knacks A friendly local shop stocking Stylecraft, James C Brett, Adriafil and Woolcraft yarns plus DMC silks. Weekly Sit ‘n’ Stitch sessions and Crochet groups. Range of haberdashery and lots of knitting and crochet patterns. 11 Sandown Road Lake, Isle of Wight, PO36 9JL 01983 716890 www.facebook.com/knitknacksiow www.knitknacksiow.co.uk North Yorkshire- Kert Unravel and Unwind C.I.C Yams, tools and handmade gifts from artisans in Medway. shop.unravelandunwind.co.uk Weekly Craft & Chat Sessions Wed, Thur&Fri- 10am Free Weekly Crochet Group Mon-Wed 7pm, Tue 1pm, Thur& Sat 2pm £8pp Knitting and Sewing by appointment Stocking James C Brett, Wendy Wools, Cygnet, Rico, Emu Yarns 57 Green St, Gillingham ME71AE unravelandunwind@gmail.com Northumberland Visit Us and Be Inspired 1 I 1 I L Am mon ice Yam vCf ’ IJ*nm»jfrt RumI INmrtyclurt < MliniTUK3Mlto.fthlA М144Э ФФЮ EWE S YARN Delightful squishy yams in beautiful colours from Stylecraft, WYS, Lion Brand, Malabrigo, exquisite hand-dyed skeins, plus patterns, Knit Pro and 3 weekly Zoom Knit 7 Natters. 18 Millgate, Thirsk, YO7 1AA www.eweandyarn.co.uk 01845 527978 Yarn etc held in a relaxed creative environment. We're stockists of The Harrogate Yam Co, Malabrigo, Lang & Hjertegarn 17 Knaresborough Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SR Tel. 01423 885 565 Web. www.yametc.co.uk Email, orders@yarnetc.co.uk AmbloPin Cushion Purveyors of Clothing Repairs i Alterations Inc Bnd.il / Dry Cleaning / Haberdashery Wool / Fabric / Patterns / Craft Supplies Dressmaking / MtUnery / L ampshades ' Courses Studio & Cratt Room Hre/ Holiday Cottage Contact us on the details betow 01665 714 584 / info@amb4ep<rxushk>n.couk See facebook page for opeomg hours Facebooki'ambleprKUshioo www.amb4rpiFKushion.co.uk Midlands Wif'fchirC' We have Christmas covered with loads of gift ideas, kits, fabrics, yarn and haberdashery to choose from as well as sewing machines and if you don’t know what to choose we have gift cards too - all available instore or online so whatever your budget or skill level we have got something for you! www.clothofgold.com We’re a family-run business stocking a range of yam and accessories. We’re always happy to help with knitting and crochet queries. The Halesowen Knitting Centre 75 High Street, Halesowen B631EQ 01215500201 enquiry@withitwitch.co.uk www.withitwitch.co.uk Knitting Crochet Needlework Haberdashery 2b Snuff Street, teviz*. SN10 1DU ОГООЗ 584151 WrtWjJcVkCSWUOlihcp.COxA Stitcbery 18 High Street Upton upon Severn Worcs WR8 OHB Mob: 07989 407748 shirleydupton-stitchery.co.uk www.upton-stitchery.com www.craftworld.com 65
Betty the BUNBLEBEE Betty loves to hide away in her bluebell house until she’s ready to buzz from flower to flower 66 www.craftworld.com
TOY Designed by Barbara Prime Need to know... Yarn used Scheepjes Cahlista 2 balls each in Jet Black 110 (A) & Cornflower 511 (D) 1 ball each in Topaz 179 (B) & Snow White 106 (C) About the yarn Aran; 85m per 50g ball; 100% cotton Tension 22 sts x 28 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 4mm circular, 60cm Other supplies / toy stuffing / pair of safety eyes, 18mm / oddment of pink yarn / waste yarn / tapestry needle Sizing 13cm tall Abbreviations See page 78 for all abbreviations This fun bunblebee toy and bluebell flower are worked flat, but using circular needles because of the many increases and very round shape. Is it a bun or is it a bee? That’s the fun of bunimals! Start knitting... BUNBLEBEE Body With A, cast on 10 sts. Row 1 & all WS rows: Purl. Row 2: Kl, [ml, kl] 8 times, kl. 18 sts Row 4: Kl, [ml, k2] 8 times, kl. 26 sts Row 6: Kl, [ml, k2] 12 times, kl. 38 sts Row 8: Kl, [ml, k3] 12 times, kl. 50 sts Row 10 (eye positions): K14, pl, k20, pl, kl4. Row 12: K6, [ml, k3] 14 times, k2. 64 sts Row 14: Knit. Row 16: K6, [ml, k4] 14 times, k2. 78 sts Row 17-39: Cont in St st, working 5 more rows in A, 6 rows in B, 6 rows in A, then 6 rows in B. Change to A. Row 40: КЗ, [k3, k2tog] 14 times, k5. 64 sts Row 42: Knit. Row 44: КЗ, [k2, k2tog] 14 times, k5. 50 sts Break A and change to B. Row 46: Knit. Row 48: Kl, [k2, k2tog] 12 times, kl. 38 sts Row 50: Kl, [kl, k2tog] 12 times, kl. 26 sts Row 52: Kl, [kl, k2tog] 8 times, kl. 18 sts Row 54: Kl, [k2tog] 8 times, kl. 10 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Wings Make 2 With C, cast on 12 sts. Row 1 & all WS rows: Purl. Row 2: Kl, [k2, ml, kl, ml, k2] twice, kl. 16 sts Row 4: Knit. Row 6: Kl, [k3, ml, kl, ml, k3] twice, kl. 20 sts Row 8: Knit. Row 10: Kl, [k3, s2kp, k3] twice, kl. 16 sts Row 12: Kl, [k2, s2kp, k2] twice, kl. 12 sts Row 14: Kl, [kl, s2kp, kl] twice, kl. 8 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Legs Make 6 With A, cast on 17 sts. Row 1-3: Starting with a p row, work in St st. Row 4 (RS): Kl, [kl, k2tog] 5 times, kl. 12 sts Row 5: Pl, [p2tog] 5 times, pl. 7 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Finishing Body: Weave in yarn ends into areas of same colour to avoid show-through. Attach safety www.craftworld.com 67
“I love watching the bees visiting my garden, especially when they try to push their big, fuzzy bodies into small, cup-shaped flowers. This very round and happy bee was inspired by those in my garden, with a bluebell flower which is, maybe, not quite big enough! eyes at purled stitches of Row 10. With cast-on yarn end, gather cast-on sts, and sew seam partway. With opposite yarn end, sew towards head, leaving an opening for stuffing. Stuff, then finish seam. Face: Embroider mouth with B. Embroider cheeks with pink yarn. Cut three 20cm lengths of A, knot at one end, then plait tightly together. Before knotting other end, thread plait onto tapestry needle, insert above one eye, exiting above second eye to make antennae. Remove needle, knot second end, and trim excess yarn. Wings: Sew seam towards cast-on edge, then weave in this yarn end. Sew Wings to top Body, with seams facing down. Legs: Sew seam, leaving cast-on end open. Add a small amount of stuffing. Place Legs on underside of Body, 3 per side, 3cm from seam, with a 2cm gap between each. Attach by sewing all around cast-on edge. BLUEBELL Flower Cup With D, cast on 8 sts. Row 1 & WS rows to Row 19: Purl. Row 2: Kl, [ml, kl] 6 times, kl. 14 sts Row 4: Kl, [ml, kl] 12 times, kl. 26 sts Row 6: Kl, [ml, k2] 12 times, kl. 38 sts Row 8: Knit. Row 10: Kl, [ml, k3] 12 times, kl. 50 sts Row 12: Knit. Row 14: Kl, [ml, k4] 12 times, kl. 62 sts Row 16: Knit. Row 18: Kl, [ml, k5] 12 times, kl. 74 sts Row 20: Kl, [ml, kl2] 6 times, kl. 80 sts Row 21 (WS): Pl, [kl, pll, kl] 6 times, pl. Row 22: Kl, [pl, kll, pl] 6 times, kl. Row 23-46: Rep rows 21-22 twelve times. Row 47: K2tog, pll, kl, [kl, pll, kl] 4 times, kl, pll, ssk. 78 sts Row 48: Pl, kll, pl, place rem sts on hold on waste yarn in 5 sections of 13 sts each (for 5 separate petals). 13 sts Petals Row 49 (WS): SI 1 wyib, p to last st, kl. Row 50: SI 1 wyif, ssk, к to last 3 sts, k2tog, pl. 2 sts deed Row 51-56: Rep rows 49-50 three times. 5 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. **With RS facing, return next section of 13 sts to needles and join D. Next Row (RS): Pl, kll, pl. Rep rows 49-56. Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Rep from ** until all 6 petals are complete. Finishing Gather cast-on stitches tog, and sew seam as far as base of Petals. S 68 www.craftworld.com
ACCESSORY I--------- Double duty Designed by Fatimah Hinds Need to know... CABLE COWL Combining lace, cables and merino wool, Yarn used World of Wool Marble DK 6 balls in Sunrise MY04 About the yarn DK; 110m per 50g ball; 80% Merino wool, 20% silk Tension 12 sts x 14 rows = 10cm measured over St st with 2 strands held tog Needles used 8mm straight Other supplies / cable needle / stitch markers (optional) / tapestry needle Abbreviations C6B - cable 6 back: Slip 3 sts onto CN, hold at back, k3 from LH needle, k3 from CN. C6F - cable 6 forward: Slip 3 sts onto CN, hold in front, k3 from LH needle, k3 from CN. See page 78 for all other abbreviations Sizing One size 122cm Lace pattern Cable twist pattern this cowl will keep you cosy all winter This cowl is worked flat from end to end holding two strands of yarn at the same time. Once knitting is complete, the cowl is blocked and then seamed. Stitch patterns Lace Patt Row 1 (RS): Silk-wise, kl, [yo, ssk] 5 times, kl2, [yo, ssk] 5 times, k2. Row 2: SI 1 к-wise, kl, p32, k2. Row 3: SI 1 к-wise, kl, [k2tog, yo] 5 times, kl2, [k2tog, yo] 5 times, k2. Row 4: As Row 2. These 4 rows form patt. Cable Twist Patt Row 1 (RS): Silk-wise, kl, [yo, ssk] 5 times, C6B, C6F, [yo, ssk] 5 times, k2. Row 2: SI 1 к-wise, kl, p32,k2. Row 3: SI 1 к-wise, kl, [k2tog, yo] 5 times, k3, C6F, k3, [k2tog, yo] 5 times, k2. Row 4: As Row 2. These 4 rows form patt. St^rt fc/vitting... With two strands of yarn held tog, cast on 36 sts. Key Knit 2 rows. Work Lace patt 3 times in full from chart or written instructions. **Work Cable Twist patt once from chart or written instructions. Work Lace patt 5 times. Work Cable Twist patt once. Work Lace patt once. Rep from ** 9 more times. Work Lace patt twice. Next Row (RS): Purl. Cast off loosely leaving a 60cm tail. Finishing Weave in ends and block to measurements being careful not to overstretch. Seam together cast-on and cast-off edges using the tail from the WS:X * WS:^it V slipk-wise О УО \ “к / ^tog C6B C6F □ work 5 times cast-off edge. www.craftworld.com 69
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR YOUR NEAREST STOCKIST PEEASE VISIT WWW.CyGNETyARNS.COM OR CALL 01274 743374 Woollies for Winter Knitting 24 www.craftworld.com
Climbing Vines cable SWEATER Snuggle up in this wear-anywhere cosy knit www.craftworld.com 71
Designed by DROPS Design Team Need to know... Yarn used DROPS Air About the yarn Aran; 150m per 50g ball; 65% alpaca, 28% polyamide, 7% wool Tension 17 sts x 22 rows = 10cm measured over St st on larger needles Needles used 3.5mm DPNs 3.5mm circular, 80cm 5mm DPNs 5mm circular, 80cm Other supplies / stitch markers / locking stitch marker / stitch holders / cable needle / tapestry needle Sizing S (M, L, XL, 2X, 3X) designed to fit with 9-20 cm ease See table for finished measurements Abbreviations C8B: SI 4 sts onto CN, hold at back, k4 from LH needle, k4 from CN. C8F: SI 4 sts onto CN, hold in front, k4 from LH needle, k4 from CN. See page 78 for all other abbreviations The Front and Back are started separately to form a split hem, then joined to work the Body in the rnd as far as the armholes. The work is divided again and finished flat, ending at the neck. Sleeves are begun at the cuff in the rnd, then the sleeve cap is worked flat and the pieces sewn together. Finally, a double neckband is worked in the rnd to finish. When working flat, continue using circular needles, turning at the end of each row as though working on straight needles. StitcK Pattern A Rnds 1-4: P2, k8, p2. Rnd 5: P2, C8B, p2. Rnds 6-10: P2, k8, p2. Rep these 10 rnds for patt Pattern В Rnds 1-4: [P2, k8] twice, p2. Rnd 5: P2, C8B, p2, C8F, p2. Rnds 6-10: [P2, k8] twice, p2. Rep these 10 rnds for patt. Gtert knitting... Front Hem With smaller circular needles, cast on 114(122,130,146, 154,170) sts. Purl 1 row. Rowl(RS):K2, [k2, p2] 5 (6, 6, 8, 8, 10) times, k2, [pl, k2] twice, [p2, k2] 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6) times, p2, k2, [pl, k2] twice, p2, [k2, pl] twice, [k2, p2] 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) times, k2, [pl, k2] twice, [p2, k2] 5 (6, 6, 8, 8, 10) times, k2. Row 2: K2, [p2, k2] 5 (6, 6, 8, 8, 10) times, p2, [kl, p2] twice, [k2, p2] 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6) times, k2, p2, [kl, p2] twice, k2, [p2, kl] twice, [p2, k2] 5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) times, p2, [kl, p2] twice, [k2, p2] 5 (6, 6, 8, 8, 10) times, k2. These 2 rows set rib. Cont as set until Front measures 8cm, ending after a WS row. Break yarn and leave sts on hold. Back Hem With smaller circular needles, cast on 114(122,130, 142, 154,166) sts. Purl 1 row. Row 1 (RS): K2, [k2, p2] 27 (29, 31, 34, 37, 40) times, k4. Row 2: K2, [p2, k2] 27 (29, 31, 34, 37, 40) times, p2, k2. These 2 rows set rib. Cont as set until Back measures 8cm, ending after a WS row. Do not break yarn. Body Change to larger circular needles. Next Row (RS, joining): K2, [k2tog, k2] 13 (14, 15, 14, 13, 12) times, [k2tog, кЗ] 1 (1, 1, 5, 9,13) times, [k2tog, k2] 13 (14, 15, 14,13,12) times, k2tog, kl, pm, with RS facing work across sts of Front as follows: k2 (1, 2, 1, 2, 2), [k2tog, k3 (3, 4, 3, 5, 3)] 1 (1,1, 2, 1, 2) times, [k2tog, k3 (3, 4, 2, 4, 3)] 1 (2,1, 2, 2, 3) times, [k2tog, k3 (3, 4, 3, 5, 3)] 1 (1,1, 2,1, 2) times, k2tog, kl (1, 2,1, 2, 1), work Row 1 of Patt A from chart or written instructions, k3 (3, 2, 2,1, 1), k2tog, k5 (5, 2, 2, 3, 3), [k2tog, k2] 1 (1, 1,1, 2, 2) times, [k2tog, кЗ] 0 (0,1,1, 1,1) times, [k2tog, kl] 0 (0, 1,1,1,1) times, work Row 1 of Patt В, k3 (3, 2, 2, 1, 1), k2tog, k5 (5, 2, 2, 3, 3), [k2tog, k2] 1 (1, 1, 1, 2, 2) times, [k2tog, кЗ] 0 (0,1,1, 1,1) times, [k2tog, kl] 0 (0, 1,1, 1, 1) times, work Row 1 of Patt A, k2 (1, 2, 1, 2, 2), [k2tog, k3 (3, 4, 3, 5, 3)] 1 (1,1, 2,1, 2) times, [k2tog, k3 (3, 4,2,4, 3)] 1(2,1, 2, 2, 3) times, [k2tog, k3 (3, 4, 3, 5, 3)] 1 (1, 1, 2,1, 2) times, k2tog, kl (1, 2,1, 2, 1), join to work in the rnd and pm for start of rnd. 188 (200, 212, 232, 252, 272) sts total; 86 (92, 98,108, 118,128) sts for Back, 102 (108, 114, 124, 134,144) sts for Front Next Rnd: К to marker, sm, kl6 (19, 20, 25, 27, 32), work Patt A, kl2 (12, 14, 14, 17, 17), work Patt B, kl2 (12,14, 14, 17, 17), work Patt A, к to end. Rep this rnd until Body measures 32 (33, 34, 35, 36, 37) cm, ending after an even numbered rnd of patts and finishing 2 (3, 4, 5, 6, 7) sts before end of rnd. ind your size Approximate UK dress size A: Body circ (cm) B: Length to armhole (cm) C: Full length (cm) D: Cuff circ (cm) E: Top sleeve circ (cm) F: Sleeve length (cm) Parrot Green 43 s M L XL 2X 3X 8 10-12 14-16 18-20 22-24 26-28 101 108.5 115.5 127 139 150.5 32 33 34 35 36 37 58 60 62 64 66 68 28.5 29.5 29.5 31 32 33 40 42.5 43.5 46 48.5 49.5 50 49 49 46 44 43 DROPS Air 8 9 10 11 12 13 72 www.craftworld.com
GARMENT I------- Divide for armholes Next Rnd: Cast off 4 (6, 8, 10, 12, 14) sts, к to 2 (3, 4, 5, 6, 7) sts before marker, cast off 4 (6, 7,10, 12, 14) sts, work as set to end. Cont on 98 (102, 106, 114, 122, 130) sts attached to working yarn for Front, leaving rem 82 (86, 90, 98, 106) sts on hold for Back. Front Next Row (WS): Kl, work as set to last st, kl. Next Row: Kl, work as set to last st, kl. These 2 rows set patt with 1-st G st borders. Cont as now set until Front measures 48 (50, 51, 53, 54, 56) cm, ending after a WS row. Next Row (RS): K16(19, 20, 25, 27, 32), work Patt A, kl2 (12, 14, 14, 17, 17), p2, [k2tog] 4 times, p2, [k2tog] 4 times, p2, к 12 (12,14, 14,17,17), work Patt A, к to end. 90 (94, 98, 106,114,122) sts Next Row: Work 36 (38, 39, 43, 46, 50) sts as set, cast off next 18 (18, 20, 20, 22, 22) sts, work as set to end. 36 (38, 39, 43, 46, 50) sts Cont on sts attached to working yarn for Left Front. Shape neck b shoulder Read the whole of this section before beginning, shaping at neck and shoulder occur simultaneously. Maintain patt throughout. Neck Dec Row (RS): Work | Chart В I 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Buy your yarn... DROPS Air, available from www. woolwarehouse.co.uk www.craftworld.com 73
GARMENT ч to last 5 sts, k2tog, k3. 1 st deed Work this row on next and foil 4 RS rows. AT THE SAME TIME when this side of Front measures 52 (54, 56, 58, 60, 62) cm, on next row work as set until 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7) sts rem at armhole edge, w&t, and work back. Turn, work until 8 (10,10,12, 12,14) rem at armhole edge, w&t, and work back. Cont in this manner, working 4 (5, 5, 6, 6, 7) fewer sts each time and until there are 7 (3, 4, 2, 5, 3 sts rem. Work back over these sts, then work 1 row over all 31 (33, 34, 38, 41, 45) sts working [k2tog] 4 times over the cable sts of Patt A. 27 (29, 30, 34, 37, 41) sts Cast off. Return held 36 (38, 39, 43, 46, 50) sts to larger needles and work second side to match, reversing shapings to dec using ssk 3 sts in from neck edge. Back With WS facing, return held 82 (86, 90, 98, 106,114) sts to larger needles. Next Row (WS): Kl, p to last st, kl. Next Row: Knit. These 2 rows set St st with 1-st G St borders. Cont as set until Back measures 52 (54, 56, 58, 60, 62) cm, ending after a WS row. Insert a locking marker centre of row. Shape neck b shoulders Read the whole of this section before beginning, shaping at neck and shoulder occur simultaneously. Maintain patt throughout. Work as set to last 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6) sts, w&t, and work to last 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6) sts, w&t, and work to last 8 (8, 8,10, 10,12) sts, w&t, and work to last 8 (8, 8, 10,10,12) sts. Cont in this manner, working 4 (4, 4, 5, 5, 6) fewer sts each time and until there are 3 (5, 6, 4, 7, 5) sts rem on each side. Work back over these sts, then work 1 row over all 27 (29, 30, 34, 37, 41) sts. Cast off on next row. AT THE SAME TIME, when work measures 55 (57, 59, 61, 63, 65) cm, cast off central 24 (24, 26, 26, 28, 28) sts for neck (12 (12, 13,13,14,14) sts at each side of marker). Work neck dec row to match Front on next 2 RS rows. Finish each shoulder separately. Sleeves Work both the same With smaller DPNs, cast on 64 (68, 68, 68, 72, 72) sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Pm to mark start of rnd. Knit 1 rnd. Work in 2x2 rib until Sleeve measures 8cm. Change to larger DPNs. Next Rnd: Kl (1, 1, 2, 1, 2), [k2tog, k2] 5 (7, 7, 6, 6, 4) times, [k2tog, k2 (1, 1, 3,2,3)] 5(3, 3,3,5, 7) times, [k2tog, k2] 5 (7, 7, 6, 6, 4) times, k2tog, kl (0, 0, 1,1 1). 48 (50, 50, 52, 54, 56) sts Cont in St st until Sleeve measures 10 (10, 12, 12, 10, 13) cm. Next Rnd (inc): K2, ml, к to last 2 sts, ml, k2. 2 sts incd [Work 7 (5, 5, 3, 3, 3) rnds in St st, rep inc rnd] 9 (10,11, 12, 13, 13) times. 68 (72, 74, 78, 82, 84) sts Cont straight in St st until Sleeve measures 50 (49, 49, 46, 44, 43) cm. Now work back and forth in rows (maintaining St st) until Sleeve measures 51 (51, 51, 49, 48, 47) cm, ending after a WS row. Cast off. Making up: Block pieces to measurements and join both shoulder seams. Fold each sleeve in half lengthwise and placing fold at shoulder seam, sew sleeve into place with row edges of flat section matching armhole cast-off. Neckband With RS facing, smaller DPNs and starting at Left shoulder seam, pu and k96 (96, 104, 104, 112,112) sts evenly around neckline. Work in 2x2 rib until neckband measures 13 (13, 15, 15, 17, 17) cm. Cast off loosely. Finishing Fold neckband double towards inside and sew down loosely. To avoid the neck being tight and rolling outwards, it is important that this seam is elastic. Weave in all ends. S 74 www.craftworld.com
с о LITTLEWOOLSHOP .сом Rowan Island Blend Emu Classic Aran With Wool Tweed James C Brett Aurora DK Woolcraft With Love James C Brett Marble 4 Ply Cygnet Everyday Pato DK Woolcraft New Fashion DK Emu Funfair Helter Skelter DK DK Sirdar Snuggly DK Chunky Cygnet Glittery DK ALPINE | Sirdar Alpine Super Chunky Jarol Baby Rambler Aran Cygnet JellyBaby Chenille Chunky Stylecraft Knit Me Crochet Me James C Brett Noggin Super Chunky Order online: www.littlewoolshop.com or Call: 01495 239416
THE BASICS Essential KNITTING SKILLS If you’re a new knitter or returning after a break, here’s our guide to some of the most common stitches used in this issue Knit (k) Step 1: Insert RH needle from left to right into front of next st. Step 2: Wrap yarn clockwise around RH needle. Step 3: Holding working yarn firmly, pull loop through. Step 4: Drop old st off LH needle. 1 knit st has been made. Step 1: Insert RH needle from right to left into front of next st. Step 2: Wrap yarn anti-clockwise around RH needle. Step 3: Holding working yarn firmly, pull loop through. Step 4: Drop old st off LH needle. 1 purl st has been made. Divide sts equally between two needles. Cut yarn, leaving a long tail, and thread onto a darning needle (DN). Insert DN p-wise into 1st st on front needle and pull yarn through. SKP or ssk? There are lots of different ways to work a left-leaning decrease but we like the ‘improved ssk’ method (shown opposite) best because it gives a neat-looking decrease. However, you can always change this for an ‘SKP’ or ‘sll, kl, psso’ decrease if you prefer and your pattern will still work. Insert DN к-wise into 1st st on back needle and pull yarn through. * Insert DN k-wise into 1st st on front needle and slip the st off needle. Insert DN p-wise into next st on front needle and pull the yarn through. Insert DN p-wise into 1st st on back needle and slip this st off the needle. Insert DN к-wise into next st on back needle and pull yarn through.* Rep from * to * until all sts have been worked. End to end: Lay pieces RS up and together. Thread yarn onto darning needle (DN). Secure two corners at RH edge. Working from right to left, * insert DN under the ‘V’ of the next st in top piece, pull gently, insert DN under the ‘V’ of the opposite st in bottom piece, pull gently; rep from * until seam is complete. Side to side: Lay pieces RS up and together. Thread yarn onto darning needle (DN). Secure two corners at RH edge. Pull apart slightly so you can see the ‘ladder’ of horizontal strands between columns of sts. Working from right to left, *with DN, catch first ‘rung’ of ladder on RH piece. Catch the opposite ‘rung’ on LH piece and pull gently until the two edges meet; rep from * until seam is complete. 76 www.craftworld.com
THE BASICS Between knit sts: Start with yarn at back. Bring yarn forward from back to front between the needles and back over the RH needle. Between purl sts: With the yarn at the front of the work, take it from front to back over the top of the RH needle, continue round, under RH needle, and hold to front ready to purl next st. Between a knit and a purl st: Start with yarn at back. Bring yarn forward between the needles, take from front to back over the top of the RH needle, round RH needle and hold to front to purl next st. Between a purl and a knit st: Start with yarn at back. Take yarn back over top of RH needle and then bring it between the two needles so that the yarn is not at the back of the work. Knit next st. Make one (mi) Step 1: Insert the RH needle into the next st k-wise, then slip it onto the RH needle without knitting it. Central double decrease (cdd) Step 1: Insert RH needle from front to back into next 2 sts on LH needle. Slip these two sts k-wise tog onto RH needle without knitting them. Step 2: Insert the RH needle into the next st p-wise, then slip onto the RH needle. You have 2 slipped sts on the RH needle, 1 slipped k-wise, 1 slipped p-wise. Step 2: Knit the next st on LH needle. Note that the two slipped sts are sitting unworked behind the st you have just knitted. Step 3: Insert the tip of the LH needle from left to right up into the front of the two slipped sts (the RH needle is behind the LH needle). Knit these two sts tog. Step 3: Insert the tip of the LH needle from left to right into the front of the two slipped sts and lift the two slipped sts over the knitted st. Step 1: Insert LH needle from back to front below the strand between the two needles, lifting the strand onto the LH needle. Step 2: Insert the tip of the RH needle from front to back into the front of the new loop on the LH needle. Knit this st. Step 1: Make a slipknot, leaving a long tail of yarn approximately three times the length of the cast-on edge. Place slipknot on needle and draw up. Hold needle in RH. Step 2: Holding working yarn tensioned with LH fingers, hook left thumb under working yarn from back to front. Insert the tip of the needle into front of loop on left thumb. Tail yarn is still held tensioned in RH at this point. Step 3: Use RH to bring tail yarn up under needle, from right to left. Take it between thumb and needle, over the top of the needle, and hold tensioned to right. You should wrap the yarn clockwise around the needle as if to knit. Step 4: Lift loop on left thumb over tip of needle, remove thumb and draw up working yarn. Two sts on RH needle (slipknot counts as one st). Repeat steps 2-4 until number of sts required has been cast on. www.craftworld.com 77
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Abbreviations 1x1 rib kl, pl ribbing LH needle. Knit this new st 2x2 rib k2, p2 ribbing through the front loop. alt Alternate 1 st inc’d beg Beginning mb Make bobble CC Contrast colour MC Main colour cdd Centred double decrease P Purl - slip 2 stitches knitwise p-wise Purlwise together, knit 1, pass slipped p2tog/ stitches over p3tog Purl two/three together Circ Circumference patt Pattern cm Centimetres pm Place marker CN Cable needle prev Previous C2B Cable 2 backwards - si st onto psso Pass slipped stitch over CN, hold at back, kl from LH PU Pick up needle, kl from CN rem Remaining C2F Cable 2 forwards - si st onto rep Repeat CN, hold in front, kl from LH Rev St st Reverse stocking stitch. needle, kl from CN As stocking stitch, but knit co nt Continue side is ‘wrong’ side dec Decrease RH Right hand DPN Double-pointed needle rm Remove marker foil Following rnd Round g Grammes RS Right side G st Garter stitch. Knitting flat: Knit sk2p Slip 1, knit 2 together, pass every row. Knitting in the round: slipped stitch over Knit and purl alternate rounds skp Slip 1, knit 1, pass slipped i-cord К all sts on DPN. Without stitch over turning, slide sts to other si Slip end of needle. Rep until cord sm Slip marker reaches desired length ssk Slip one knitwise, slip one inc Increase purlwise, knit two slipped incl Including stitches together к Knit ssp Slip one, slip one, purl two k-wise Knitwise slipped stitches together kfb/pfb Knit/purl one through the st Stitch front then through the back St st Stocking stitch. Knitting flat: (same stitch) Alternate knit and purl rows. k2tog/ Knitting in the round: Knit k3tog Knit two/three together all rounds LH Left hand tbl Through back loop ml Make one by lifting the bar tog Together between stitches onto LH w&t Wrap and turn. Slip next stitch needle and knitting into it onto RH needle, take yarn to mil Insert the LH needle from opposite side of work between front to back under the strand needles, slip same stitch of yarn between the st just back onto LH needle. Turn worked and the next st on the work ready to begin working in LH needle. Knit this new st opposite direction through the back loop. WS Wrong side 1 st incd wyib With yarn in back mlr Insert the LH needle from wyif With yarn in front back to front under the strand yo Yarn over of yarn between the st just [] Repeat instructions worked and the next st on the 0 Alternative sizes HAPPY ТО HELP For a step-by-step guide to the basics, head to wwwxraftworld.com/cms/new-year-new-craft-introduction-to-knitting EDITORIAL Head of Content Kate Heppell Editor Emma Cant Associate Editor Gemma Poole Technical Editors Michelle Hazell, Tricia Gilbert Sub-Editors Andrea Petrie, Eve Torbitt Lead Designer Ian Danby Photographers Tym Leckey, Laura Conroy Covermount & Packaging Designer Stephanie Grundy CONTRIBUTORS Bergere de France, Jane Burns, Cygnet, DROPS, Anna Elliott, Anni Howard, Sachiyo Ishii, Lana Jois, Tonis Lyons, Barbara Prime, Rowan, Marina Skua, Yarnsmiths, Shuyi Wu ADVERTISING Advertising enquiries Chris Cooke chris.cooke@practicalpublishing.co.uk PUBLISHING Associate Publisher Jenny Conduit Group Publisher (Operations) Becky Tutton Group Buying & Licensing Controller Lucy Pedder-Blythe Group Business Development Manager Chris Cooke Head of Product Carol Kavanagh Strategy & Insights Director Dave Cusick Managing Director Danny Bowler Group Managing Director Robin Wilkinson Subscription Enquiries Tel: 0161 327 0441 subscriptions@practicalpublishing.co.uk OTHER ENQUIRIES customerservice@practicalpublishing.co.uk Tel: 0161 327 0440 DISTRIBUTION Newstrade Seymour Distribution Ltd CONTACT Practical Publishing International Ltd, Suite G2, Vitality House, 217 Wellington Road South, Stockport SK2 6NG www.practicalpublishing.co.uk Tel: 0161 327 0440 b|« PRACTICAL ^PUBLISHING international Knit Now is published by Practical Polishing International Ltd. All material © Practical Publishing International Ltd. The style and mark of Knit Now is used under licence from Practical Publishing International Holdings Ltd. No material in whole or in part may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form whatsoever without the prior written consent of Practical Publishing International Ltd. The publisher welcomes contri- butions from readers. All such contributions and submissions to the magazine are sent to and accepted by the publisher on the basis of a nonexclusive transferable worldwide licence unless otherwise agreed in writing prior to first publication. Such submissions are also subject to being used, reproduced, modified, published, edited, translated, distributed and displayed in any media or medium, or any form, format or forum now known or hereafter developed, for any purpose, in perpetuity. Stock images provided by Shutterstock, Inc. Knit Now (ISSN 2047-4911) MIX Paper from responsible sources FSC* C008161 78 www.craftworld.com
Pyjama NEW OUTFIT RELEASED EACH WEEK Summer staple NIT BILL' TODAY! Autumn knitwear Winter essentials Join the UK’s friendliest online knitting club and get instant access to hundreds of toy patterns, including our exclusive Billy doll and his five outfits. Join now: letsknit.co.uk
Next month in Use colour and texture for a MAGIC WIMER MIX-UP Patterns you'll love to make for the whole family ► FASHION-FORWARD KNITS Chic jumpers, fabulous layers and cosy accessories ► TOYS AND TREATS Sweet knitwear, plus cute characters for little ones ► PATTERNS GALORE Gorgeous designs for your new year style ISSUE 164 ON SALE 25TH JANUARY 80 www.craftworld.com
Content subject to change. www.craftworld.com 81
Sheep of the month RYELAND Expert grazers and top-quality wool producers, the Ryeland sheep breed has been well-loved by farmers, crafters and even royalty for centuries! ORIGINS Ryeland sheep are one of the oldest British sheep breeds, and a lot of their origin has been lost over time. However, they are thought to be derived from the Spanish Merino. The Ryeland breed got its name from the monks of Leominster, who bred the sheep and grazed them on the rye pastures. According to the Ryeland Flock Book Society, the breed is numerically healthy in the UK and their flock numbers have risen over the years. Despite this, the flock sizes have decreased owing to most breeders keeping Ryeland sheep as a ‘hobby’ breed rather than for commercial farming. This is thanks to their docile and easy-to- handle nature. THE SHEEP Typically, Ryeland sheep are a medium- sized breed without horns. Previously, they have been popular for crossbreeding with Dorset, Lincoln, Cotswold and Leicester sheep in an attempt to improve a variety of different breeds. In terms of crossbreeding, Ryelands were also poll gene, which produced sheep without horns. When bred with the Dorset breed, the Poll Dorset was born! Ryeland sheep are known for their white wool, but they sometimes produce coloured lambs. Coloured Rye lands, as they’re known, have no white wool gene and therefore will only produce other Coloured Ryelands when bred together. THE WOOL Ryeland sheep were once considered to have one of the finest fleeces of all British breeds at the time. Their superior wool quality was attributed to their grazing habits and the excellent pastoral conditions in the areas in which they were kept. During the 16th century, Queen Elizabeth I was supposedly gifted a pair of stockings made from Ryeland wool and, as a result, she swore to only wear clothing made from the breed! The fleece from a Ryeland sheep is considered to be soft, fluffy and highly desired by hand spinners because of its springy and elastic nature. It is warm to wear owing to the crimp of the individual fibres which, once spun into YARN SPOTLIGHT Turn Acre farm creates wool and fibre products using fleece from a mixture of their own family flocks and those of hand-picked British breeders. The hand-spun yarn that they produce is often born, and always, reared, sheared, processed and spun in Calder Valley, Yorkshire unless stated otherwise on their products. Through their website, you can buy individual balls of yarn or yarn kits to create delightful projects from bags to hats and cushions. www.turnacre.co.uk significant in the development of the Poll Dorset, as they were used to produce the yarn, creates air pockets which will keep you warm even in the coldest of seasons. 82 www.craftworld.com
woollies
TUNISIAN HOOK + PATTERN BOOK Issue 102 ON SALE NOW!. learanewskiMswtthoureasihewte^ ef /- 4w. ast-minute stash-busting gift L 4^ wrap ideas w^f^ Lcr Ш UK'S NO.l CROCHET MAG47INF „ «I ' С/ AMAZING AMI6URUMI ONfWMAKGj Joan & more! Digi edition via CraftWorld SUH-COSY ACCESSORIES 51 PATTERNS BCute garments forki Amazing home decor QuickSeasygifts INSIDE: 10% off your yarn shop, all the latest news Кш то (к ran ,.1ШМ I. TREATS JUST FOR YOU! Order your copy today at www.craftstash.co.uk ЙИЯИ 5 n СлчЛ Stash V EVERYTHING PAPERCRAFT ALL your favourite craft magazines and more! 55!Г—
бСвдШ to Precious Knits for Baby Your go-to collection of patterns that little ones will love. Whether you’re searching for a special heirloom gift to welcome a newborn, or looking for a cute make youngsters will adore, we’ve got you covered with more than 30 patterns for baby and beyond. There is nothing quite like handmade knitwear to create the ‘ah-factor’, like the super-sweet Nosegay set on page 39, the stripy jumper on page 28 and the Barley twist cardi on page 30. There are plenty of delicate designs to get your needles clicking and the compliments coming. Alternatively, if you’re on the lookout for something seriously fun, check out the choice of joyful ideas, including the Elephant parade blanket on page 24 and the Lucy Lamb mitts on page 34. We’ve got a host of nursery makes to excite babies and older kids, too, including heirloom gifts and story time friends for you to make. Dressed in her sailor suit, Blakeney Bunny on page 54 is the perfect pal for an imaginative story time, Walking gnome on page 52 is fun for kids and adults and we know that you’ll fall in love with Larry the labradoodle on page 64. For cosy time, there are cushions to brighten the nursery, and blankets in soft yarns that’ll soothe baby to sleep in a cloud of gentle fibres. Turn to page 7 and flick through for makes like the gorgeously fun hedgehog blanket on page 14. We hope that you enjoy making some (or all!) of the patterns in Precious Knits for Baby. Happy knitting! www.craftworld.com 3
EDITORIAL Senior Editor Emma Cant Sub-Editors Andrea Petrie, Eve Torbitt Associate Editor Gemma Poole Lead Designer Ian Danby Photographers Tym Leckey, Renata Stonyte CONTRIBUTORS Amanda Berry, Vikki Bird, Sarah Dennis, Kim Dickinson, Catherine Hughes, Sachiyo Ishii, Helen Metcalfe, Danielle Parkin, Barbara Prime, Claire Slade. Sirdar, Stylecraft, Cilla Webb ADVERTISING Account Manager Chris Cooke chris.cooke@practicalpublishing.co.uk PUBLISHING Group Buying & Licensing Controller Lucy Pedder-Blythe Group Business Development Manager Chris Cooke Group Publisher (Operations) Becky Tutton Head of Product Carol Kavanagh Strategy & Insights Director Dave Cusick Managing Director Danny Bowler Group Managing Director Robin Wilkinson DISTRIBUTION Seymour Distribution Ltd Craft Store Distribution stacey.oldman@practicalpublishing.co.uk CONTACT Practical Publishing International Ltd, Suite G2 Vitality House, 217 Wellington Road South, Stockport SK2 6NG customerservice@practicalpublishing. co.uk www.practicalpublishing.co.uk Tel: 0161 327 0440 SUBSCRIPTION ENQUIRIES Tel: 0161 327 0441 subscriptions@practicalpublishing.co.uk OTHER ENQUIRIES Tel: 0161 327 0440 customerservice@practical publishing.co.uk Precious Knits for Baby Is published by Practical Publishing International Ltd. All matertai C Practical Publishing International Ltd. The style and mark of Precious Knits for Baby Is used under licence from Practical Pubishlng International Holdings ltd No material In whole or in part may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form whatsoever without the prior written consent of Practical Pubishlng International Ltd The publisher welcomes contributions from readers. All such contrtoubons and submissions to the magazine are sent to and accepted by the publisher on the basis of a non-exclusive transferable worldwide licence unless otherwise agreed m writing prior to first publication. Such submissions are also subject to being used, reproduced, modified, published, edited, translated, distributed and displayed in any media or medium, or any form, format or forum now known or hereafter developed, for any purpose, in perpetuity Precious Knits for Baby (ISSN 2047^911К Published by Practical Publishing International Ltd Stock images provided by Shutterstock, Inc. PRACTICAL ^□publishing INTERNATIONAL £5 FSC MIX Paper from responsible sources FSC* C008161 4 www.craftworld.com
Shoreline blanket 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 24 28 30 32 34 36 39 44 Marmalade cardi 48 52 54 58 60 61 64 Flamingo cushion Beach hut cushion Find abbreviations on page 67 Toys may not be suitable for babies and very young children. Toys with small parts are not suitable for children under three years of age. All elements should be securely sewn on - if in doubt, omit or embroider them - and ensure a suitable safety toy stuffing is used. Children should never be left unattended with toys. The publishers are not responsible for any safety issues arising from any items made using the pattern and instructions contained within Precious Knits for Baby. IN THE NURSERY Hedgehog blanket Lacy stripes shawl Tiddies doorstop Fruity bunting Elephant parade blanket OUTAND ABOUT Stripy jumper Barley twist cardi Little roar top Lucy Lamb mitts Slip stitch baby set Nosegay set Mickelton cardi IT’S PLAYTIME Walking gnome Blakeney Bunny Lucy Lamb Little kitty Love-a-hug bear Larry the labradoodle www.craftworld.com 5
CRAFTW$RLD New releases lechniques 0 AYEAR OF MAGAZINES ONLY Get instant access to every new digital edition of Love Sewing, Knit Now and Simply Cards & Papercraft with your CraftWorld Premium membership JUST FOR YQW » * Worth over EW! Concealed lip* «n*d* ea * Top tips tor sevnng vetvvt •S/zes’ < XS-XL ' IK PLUS! Ж Exclusive monthly giveaways Ж Instant access to the Preminin library Ж Ж '1ООО8 of bonus patterns, digi stamps $ SVGs Ж UPGRADE TODAY at www.craftworld.com/cms/premium
NURSERY Create a soothing space that little ones will love with these beautiful baby makes /
400g DK 10cm 20 sts over St st Designed by Catherine Hughes Yarn used Hayfield Double Knitting with Wool 4 balls in Softmint 106 86x96cm BLANKET This cosy coverlet makes a perfect gift for new babies About the yarn DK; 300m per 100g ball; 80% acrylic, 20% wool Tension 20 sts x 29 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 4mm circular, 80cm Other supplies 4 stitch markers cable needle Sizing 86x96cm Abbreviations C6B: Cable 6 back. SI3 onto CN and hold in back, k3 from LH needle, k3 from CN. C6F: Cable 6 front. SI3 sts onto CN and hold in front, k3 from LH needle, k3 from CN. See page 67 for all other abbreviations Stylecraft Life DK will work well for this project. Choose from the range at www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk The Shoreline blanket features an off-centre cabled panel with simple textured patterning on either side, surrounded by a seed-stitch border. Slipped stitches are used at the start of each row to create a neat edge. Border Using the cable cast-on method, cast on 168 sts. Row 1: Pl, *kl, pl; rep from * to last st, kl. Row 2: Sil wyif, *pl, kl; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 3: Sil wyib, *kl, pl; rep from * to last st, kl. Rep the last 2 rows 6 more times. Shoreline Pattern Row 1 (set-up row, WS): Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, pm, p38, pm, p44, pm, p62, pm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 2: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [pl, klO, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, [p2, kl2] 3 times, p2, sm, kl, [pl, klO, pl] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 3: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [plO, k2] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [k2, plO] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 4: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [k9, p2, kl] 5 times, kl, sm, p2, C6B, C6F, p2, kl2, p2, C6B, C6F, p2, sm, kl, [kl, p2, k9] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 5: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [p8, k2, p2] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [p2, k2, p8] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 6: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [k7, p2, k3] 5 times,kl, sm, [p2, kl2] 3 times, p2, sm, kl, [k3, p2, k7] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 7: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [рб, k2, p4] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [p4, k2, рб] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 8: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [k5, p2, k5] 5 times, kl, sm, p2, C6B, C6F, p2, kl2, p2, C6B, C6F, p2, sm, kl, [k5, p2, k5] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 9: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [p4, k2, рб] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [рб, k2, p4] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 10: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [k3, p2, k7] 5 times, kl, sm, [p2, kl2] 3 times, p2, sm, kl, [k7, p2, k3] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 11: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [p2, k2, p8] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [p8, k2, p2] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 12: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [kl, p2, k9] 5 times, kl, sm, p2, C6B, C6F, p2, kl2, p2, C6B, C6F, p2, sm, kl, [k9, p2, kl] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 13: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [k2, plO] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [plO, k2] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 14: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [pl, klO, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, [p2, kl2] 3 times, p2, sm, kl, [pl, klO, pl] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 15: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [plO, k2] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [k2, plO] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 16: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [k9, p2, kl] 5 times, kl, sm, p2, kl2, p2, C6F, C6B, p2, kl2, p2, sm, kl, [kl, p2, k9] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 17: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [p8, k2, p2] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [p2, k2, p8] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 18: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [k7, p2, k3] 5 times, kl, sm, [p2, kl2] 3 times, p2, sm, kl, [k3, p2, k7] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 19: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, 8 www.craftworld.com
sm, pl, [рб, k2, p4] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [p4, k2, p6] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 20: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [k5, p2, k5] 5 times, kl, sm, p2, kl2, p2, C6F, C6B, p2, kl2, p2, sm, kl, [k5, p2, k5] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 21: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [p4, k2, p6] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [p6, k2, p4] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 22: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [k3, p2, k7] 5 times, kl, sm, [p2, kl2] 3 times, p2, sm, kl, [k7, p2, k3] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 23: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [p2, k2, p8] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [p8, k2, p2] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Row 24: Sil wyib, [kl, pl] 5 times, kl, sm, kl, [kl, p2, k9] 5 times, kl, sm, p2, kl2, p2, C6F, C6B, p2, kl2, p2, sm, kl, [k9, p2, kl] 3 times, kl, sm, [pl, kl] 6 times. Row 25: Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, sm, pl, [k2, plO] 3 times, pl, sm, [k2, pl2] 3 times, k2, sm, pl, [plO, k2] 5 times, pl, sm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Rep rows 2-25 9 more times. Rep rows 2-14 once. Next Row (WS): Sil wyif, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl, rm, p38, rm, p44, rm, p62, rm, [kl, pl] 6 times. Border Row 1: Sil wyib, *kl, pl; rep from * to last st, kl. Row 2: Sil wyif, *pl, kl; rep from * to last st, pl. Rep the last 2 rows 6 more times. Cast off in pattern. Finishing Weave in ends and block to size. h. CATHERINE SAYS: “The Shoreline blanket will provide a cosy extra layer, so your baby can be warm and snug at home or when enjoying the great outdoors’’
300g DK 10cm 20 sts over St st One size Designed by Kim Dickinson CUSHION Yarn used Cygnet Pure Wool Superwash DK 5 balls in Kingfisher 2837 (MC) 1 ball in Rose Pink 2134 (CC) About the yarn DK; 104m per 50g ball; 100% pure new wool Tension 20 sts x 27 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 4mm straight Other supplies 45cm square cushion pad 5 buttons, 2-2.5cm 2 sequins (optional) Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing One size Give your baby’s nursery an injection of tropical sunshine with this fun intarsia cushion! 45cm E g 45cm - « 10 www.craftworld.com
JjV Yl(AJTWC( Top tip! Use a sticky note to keep track of your place when working the colour chart KIM SAYS: “Nothing says summer like pink flamingos, so this is a great accessory to add a bright burst of seasonal fun to the nursery’’ The cushion is knitted in one piece with fold lines and the side seams are then sewn. The body of the cushion is worked in St st and the button band in Moss st. The flamingo colourwork is worked using the intarsia method and the chain stitch detail is then added. Before starting, wind off one ball of the MC into three separate balls and the CC into two, ready for the colourwork. Twist the colours together at each colour change to avoid any holes. Moss st Row 1 (RS): *K1, pl; rep from * to end. Row 2: *P1, kl; rep from * to end. Rep these two rows for patt. Qtcwt With MC, cast on 90 sts. Work 16 rows in Moss st. Starting with a к row, work 84 rows in St st. Next Row (RS, fold line): Purl. Starting with a p row, work 31 rows in St st. Next Row (RS): K7, work Flamingo chart joining in separate balls of yarn for each section, k7. Next Row: P7, work Flamingo chart, p7. Rep these two rows until chart has been worked once in full. Starting with a к row, work 32 rows in St st. Next Row (RS, fold line): Purl. Starting with a p row, work 28 rows in St st. Work 8 rows in Moss stitch. Next Row (buttonhole): [Kl, pl] 4 times, *yo, k2tog, [kl, pl] 8 times, rep from * 3 more times, yo, k2tog, [kl, pl] 4 times. Work 8 rows in Moss st. Cast off. Finishing Weave in ends. Fold the cushion piece at the fold lines and use mattress stitch to sew the side seams together. Attach the 5 buttons and make sure they line up with the buttonholes. With MC, embroider chain-stitch around the edge of the flamingos, chain-stitch a wing and leg as shown in the photo. Attach the sequins/beads in position for the eyes, if using. H www.craftworld.com 11
450g over One DK St st size Designed by Kim Dickinson УилЬ CUSHION Bring a little splash of seaside fun into the nursery with this cosy cushion Yarn used Lana Gatto Merino Sport DK 4 balls Sky 5 (MC) 1 ball each in Lilac 11 (CC1), Maize Yellow 43 (CC2), Marshmallow 7 (CC3), White 1 (CC4) & Mercury 32 (CC5) About the yarn DK; 125m per 50g ball; 100% Merino wool Tension 21 sts x 28 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 5mm straight Other supplies 45cm cushion pad tapestry needle Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations This cushion is knitted in one piece with fold lines, and side seams are then sewn. The beach hut colourwork is worked using intarsia and chain stitch detail is added. With MC, cast on 96 sts. Row 1 (RS): *K1, pl; rep from * to end. Row 2: *P1, kl; rep from * to end. Rows 3-14: Rep rows 1-2 6 more times. Rows 15-98: Starting with a К row, work 84 rows in St st. KIM SAYS: “I was inspired by the beach huts that are iconic to the British seaside holiday, and I love the candy pastel shades and fresh feel this cushion has” Sizing One size 45cm 45cm Row 99 (RS, fold line): Purl. Rows 100-188: Beginning with Row 1 of the chart (WS, purl) work chart in St st, repeating sts 3 times across the row in the following order: CC1, CC2, CC3. Rows 189-210: With MC and starting with a к row work 22 rows in St st. Row 211 (RS, fold line): Purl. Rows 212-240: Starting with a p row, work 29 rows in St st. Row 241: *K1, pl; rep from * to end. Row 242: *P1, kl; rep from * to end. Rows 243-246: Rep rows 241-242 twice more. Row 247: [Kl, pl] 5 times, kl, *yo, k2tog, [pl, kl] 11 times; rep from * twice more, yo, k2tog, [pl, kl] 5 times, pl. Row 248: *P1, kl, rep from * to end. Row 249: *K1, pl, rep from * to end. Rows 250-254: Rep rows 248-249 twice more, then rep Row 248 once more. Cast off. Making up Sew the side seams using mattress stitch. Using CC5, chain-stitch the outline of the roofs and doors. Attach four buttons to the buttonband to secure the cushion opening. Weave in all loose ends. Ъ 89 87 85 83 81 79 77 75 73 71 69 67 65 63 61 59 57 55 53 51 49 47 45 43 41 39 37 35 33 31 29 27 25 23 21 19 17 15 13 11 7 5 3 3231302928272625242322212019181716151413121110 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 3231302928272625242322212019181716151413121110 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 MC СС1/СС2/ССЗ □ CC4 3 3 3 S 3 S £ £2 £ 3 3 3 S 3 2 2 3 Й 2 ? 5 S 5 2 3 3 3 2 S £ 3 Я £ 12 www.craftworld.com
Top tip! Before starting the colourwork, split the yarn into separate balls to allow you to work the intarsia method www.craftworld.com 13
This blanket with cute hedgehogs and their Yam used young is perfect for a new baby to snuggle up in King Cole Fashion Aran 4 balls in Camel 1517 (MC) 1 ball each in Acorn 1654 (CC1), Islay 438 (CC2) & Black 48 (CC3) About the yarn Aran; 200m per 100g ball; 70% acrylic, 30% wool Tension 18 sts x 25 rows to 10cm measured over St st Needles used 5mm circular, 80cm Other supplies yarn bobbins 8 stitch markers Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing 96.5x67cm 96.5cm Make it your way Choose your colours from the gorgeous selection of King Cole Fashion Aran at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk This blanket is knitted from the bottom up, with a moss stitch border knitted as the rest of the blanket is worked. The hedgehogs are knitted into the blanket using the intarsia technique. Circular needles are used to accommodate the large number of stitches. The blanket is knitted flat in rows. Stttctfv Moss Stitch Row 1 (RS): Sil p-wise wyib, *kl, pl; rep from * to final st, kl. Row 2: Sil p-wise wyif, *pl, kl; rep from * to final st, pl. Start Using MC, cast on 174 sts. Border Work 6 rows in Moss st. Main Body Row 1 (RS): Sil p-wise wyib, [kl, pl] twice, pm, к to last 5 sts, pm, [kl, pl] twice, kl. Row 2: Sil p-wise wyif, [pl, kl] twice, sm, p to m, sm, [pl, kl] twice, pl. Rep these two rows 25 more times for 52 main body rows in total. Chart Placement Row (RS): Sil p-wise wyib, [kl, pl] twice, sm, k5, pm, k56 from Large hedgehog chart, [pm, k5, pm, k44 from Small hedgehog chart] twice, pm, k5, sm, [kl, pl] twice, kl. Continue working in St st, maintaining the moss stitch borders as established, incorporating the charts between the stitch markers as you work. Once all 40 rows of the Small hedgehog chart have been worked, remove the markers corresponding to these charts and continue to work the Large hedgehog chart between the remaining markers, working all other sts in MC. Once all 51 rows of the Large hedgehog chart have been worked, remove the markers corresponding to this chart and work all sts in MC. Starting with a WS row, work a further 53 rows in St st, maintaining the borders as established. Upper Border Work 6 rows Moss stitch. Cast off all sts loosely. Finishing Weave in all ends. Wash the blanket, following any instructions on the yarn band. Squeeze out any excess water, then lay the blanket out to the measurements provided and leave to dry. S 14 www.craftworld.com
VIKKI SAYS: “I’ve always loved hedgehogs, and several friends have recently chosen woodland themes for the nurseries r new babies, so I thought that hedgehogs would make an excellent image for a baby blanket” I of their ' thot hm Small hedgehog Large hedgehog “S:kl,lt MC CC1 MCC2 BCC3 WS: purl 56 55 54 53 52 51 50 49 48 47 46 45 44 43 42 4140 39 38 37 36 35 34 33 32 3130 29 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 1716 151413 121110 9 87654321 к 8 www.craftworld.com 15
10cm 20 sts 600g over One DK St st size Designed by Stylecraft Design Team Yarn used Wondersoft DK 6 balls in Cream 7207 About the yarn DK; 294m per 100g ball; 100% acrylic Tension 20 sts x 30 rows = 10cm over patt Needles used 3.25mm straight 4mm straight Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing One size SHAWL This pretty lace shawl is an elegant gift for any new arrival 110cm 110cm The main body of the shawl is knitted flat and the side borders are worked by picking up stitches. Qt&rt MAIN BODY Bottom Border Using smaller needles, cast on 241 sts. Row 1: Knit. Row 2: Knit. These 2 rows form G st. Work in G st for 4 more rows, ending with a WS row. Row 7: Kl, * yo, k2tog, rep from * to end. Work in G st for 5 more rows, ending with a WS row. Change to larger needles. Row 13: КЗ, k2tog, [k6, k2tog] 29 times, k4. 211 sts Row 14: Purl. ** Row 15: Knit. Row 16: Purl. Rep last 2 rows once more. Lace Patterns Now work in patt as follows: Row 1: Kl, * yo, k2tog, rep from * to end. Rows 2 & every foil alt row: Purl. Row 3,5 & 7: Knit. Row 9: * K6, [k2tog, yo] 4 times, rep from * to last st, kl. Row 11: * K5, [k2tog, yo] 4 times, kl, rep from * to last st, kl. Row 13: * K4, [k2tog, yo] 4 times, k2, rep from * to last st, kl. Row 15: * КЗ, [k2tog, yo] 4 times, k3, rep from * to last st, kl. Row 17: * K2, [k2tog, yo] 4 times, k4, rep from * to last st, kl. Row 19: * Kl, [k2tog, yo] 4 times, k5, rep from * to last st, kl. Row 21: * [K2tog, yo] 4 times, k6, rep from * to last st, kl. Rows 23,25 & 27: Knit. Row 29: As Row 1. Rows 31,33 & 35: Knit. Row 37: Kl, * k4, k2tog, yo, kl, yo, si 1, kl, psso, k5, rep from * to end. Row 39: Kl, * k3, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, si 1, kl, psso, k4, rep from * to end. Row 41: Kl, * k2, k2tog, yo, k5, yo, si 1, kl, psso, k3, rep from * to end. Row 43: Kl, * kl, k2tog, yo, k7, yo, si 1, kl, psso, k2, rep from * to end. Row 45: Kl, * k2tog, yo, k9, yo, si 1, kl, psso, kl, rep from * to end. Rows 47,49 & 51: Knit. Row 53: Rep Row 1. Rows 55, 57 & 59: Knit. Row 61: Rep Row 9. Row 63: Rep Row 11. Row 65: Rep Row 13. Row 67: Rep Row 15. Row 69: Rep Row 17. Row 71: Rep Row 19. Row 73: Rep Row 21. Row 75, 77 & 79: Knit. Row 81: Rep Row 1. Rows 83,85 & 87: Knit. Row 89: Kl, * kl, yo, si 1, kl, psso, k4, rep from * to end. Row 91: Kl, * k2, yo, si 1, kl, psso, k3, rep from * to end. Row 93: Kl, * k3, yo, si 1, kl, psso, k2, rep from * to end. Row 95: Kl, * k4, yo, si 1, kl, psso, kl, rep from * to end. Row 97: Kl, * k4, k2tog, yo, kl, rep from * to end. Row 99: Kl, * k3, k2tog, yo, k2, rep from * to end. Row 101: Kl, * k2, k2tog, yo, k3, rep from * to end. Row 103: Kl, * kl, k2tog, yo, k4, rep from * to end. Rows 105,107 & 109: Knit. Row 110: Purl. These 110 rows form patt. Rep all 110 patt rows once more, then rows 1-87 again, ending with a RS row. 16 www.craftworld.com
*** Next Row: РЗ, kfb in next st, [рб, kfb in next st] 29 times, p4. 241 sts Top Border Change to smaller needles. Work in G st for 6 rows, ending with a WS row. Next Row: Kl, * yo, k2tog, rep from * to end. Work in G st for 4 more rows, ending with a RS row. Cast off k-wise (on WS). Side Borders Both alike With RS facing and using smaller needles, pick up and knit 251 sts evenly along the row-end edge of Main Body, between the cast-on and cast-off edges. Work in G st for five rows, ending with a WS row. Next Row: Kl, * yo, k2tog, rep from * to end. Work in G st for four more rows, ending with a RS Row. Cast off k-wise on WS. Making up Pin out Shawl to measurements given. Cover with clean, damp tea towels and leave to dry. See ballband for washing and further care instructions. Ъ www.craftworld.com 17
-«Ill 100g DK 10cm 22 sts over St st One size 7АЙА {fe- strip» CAT DOORSTOP This cute knit is the perfect bedroom accessory Designed by Kim Dickinson for little ones, and it only uses one ball of yarn Yarn used Stylecraft Wondersoft Merry Go Round 1 ball in Candy Crush 3144 About the yarn DK; 294m per 100g ball; 100% premium acrylic Tension 22 sts x 30 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 4mm straight Other supplies toy stuffing thick card, cut to a 12cm diameter circle rice to weigh down the doorstop oddments of pink & black yarn The body is worked in one piece, then seamed. A thick card circle keeps base flat and a bag of rice keeps doorstop weighted. Ears are worked in one piece, seamed and attached to head. Tail is worked in one piece and seamed, stuffed and attached to body. Facial features are embroidered on. Start Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing One size Make it your way Choose your colours from the gorgeous selection of Stylecraft Wondersoft Merry Go Round at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Body Cast on 9 sts. Row 1 (RS): [Kfb] to end. 18 sts Row 2 & all WS rows: Purl. Row 3: Kl, *kfb, kl; rep from * to last st, kl. 26 sts Row 5: *Kfb, kl; rep from * to end. 39 sts Row 7: *Kfb, k2; rep from * to end. 52 sts Row 9: *K1, kfb, k2; rep from * to last 4 sts, kl, kfb, kl, kfb. 66 sts Row 11: K8, [kfb, kl5] 3 times, kfb, k9. 70 sts Row 13: K8, [kfb, kl6] 3 times, kfb, klO. 74 sts Row 15: K8, [kfb, kl7] 3 times, kfb, kll. 78 sts Row 17: K8, [kfb, kl8] 3 times, kfb, kl2. 82 sts Row 19: K8, [kfb, kl9] 3 times, kfb, kl3. 86 sts Row 21: K8, [kfb, k20] 3 times, kfb, kl4. 90 sts Row 23: K8, [kfb, k21] 3 times, kfb, kl5. 94 sts Row 25: K8, [kfb, k22] 3 times, kfb, kl6. 98 sts Row 27: K8, [kfb, k23] 3 times, kfb, kl7. 102 sts Rows 29-42: Beg with a к row, work 14 rows in St st. Row 43: Kl, [k2tog, k8] 10 times, kl. 92 sts Rows 44-52: Beg with a p row, work 9 rows in St st. Row 53: Kl, [k2tog, k7] 10 times, kl. 82 sts Rows 54-62: Beg with a p row, work 9 rows in St st. Row 63: Kl, [k2tog, k6] 10 times, kl. 72 sts Rows 64-68: Beg with a p row, work 5 rows in St st. Row 69: Kl, [k2tog, k5] 10 times, kl. 62 sts Rows 70-72: Beg with a p row, work 3 rows in St st. Row 73: Kl, [k2tog, k4] 10 times, kl. 52 sts Row 75: Kl, [k2tog, k3] 10 times, kl. 42 sts Row 77: Kl, [k2tog, k2] 10 times, kl. 32 sts Row 79: Kl, [k2tog, kl] 10 times, kl. 22 sts Row 81: Kl, [k2tog] 10 times, kl. 12 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Ears Make 2 Cast on 12 sts. Rows 1-4: Beg with a к row, work 4 rows in St st. Row 5: K2tog, к to last 2 sts, ssk. 2 sts deed Row 6: Purl. 18 www.craftworld.conn
к • • KIM SAYS: Tiddies the cat is a cute addition to any home! She helps keep the door open and lets the summer breeze In" J_rv K/arser ТШ' Mio Л*' Top tip! Pin the ears before attaching them to make sure the positioning is correct Rows 7-14: Rep last 2 rows 4 more times. 2 sts Row 15: Kfb, к to last st, kfb. 2 sts incd Row 16: Purl. Rows 17-22: Rep last 2 rows 3 more times. 10 sts Rows 23-26: Beg with a к row, work 4 rows in St st. Cast off. Tail Cast on 10 sts. Row 1: Kfb, к to last st, kfb. 2 sts inc’d Row 2 & all WS rows: Purl. Row 3: Knit. Rows 5-12: Rep rows 1-4 twice more. 16 sts Rows 13-16: Rep rows 1-2 twice more. 18 sts Row 17: As Row 1. 22 sts Rows 18-70: Beg with a p row, work 53 rows in St st. Row 71: Kl, [k2tog, kl] to end. 15 sts Row 72: Purl. Row 73: Kl, [k2tog] to end. 8 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Making up Work a gathering thread along cast-on edge of Body and draw cast-on sts tog. Join side seam halfway. Push thick card circle into the base and position the rice bag on top. Stuff with toy stuffing. Cont to stuff as you go, finish joining side seam. Fold each Ear in half, matching cast-on and cast-off edges and join side seams. Position Ears at top of Body and attach. Beg at cast-off edge of Tail, stuff and join side seam until the inc section. Attach cast-on edge and rem side seam to back of Body. Wrap Tail around Body, and secure tip of Tail to front as shown in picture. With oddments of black and pink yarn, embroider facial features using the picture as a guide. Is www.craftworld.com 19
-«a Illi St st One size Designed by Sarah Dennis Yarn used Stylecraft Classique Cotton 4-ply 2 balls in each of Sunshine 3662 (A), Soft Lime 3663 (B), Poppy 3672 (C) & White 3660 (D) UITY BUNTING Add some zest to the nursery by hanging these tasty fruits along the wall About the yarn 4-ply; 182m per 50g ball; 100% cotton Tension 30 sts x 38 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 2.75mm DPNs, set of 5 3mm long straight or 3mm circular, 80cm Other supplies toy stuffing oddment of black yarn for embroidery Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing Fruit: each 8-10cm wide Bunting: 160cm long, or desired length 160cm 15cm IWAMAM- 8-10cm These fruit pieces can be used as bunting or why not turn them into a bright mobile to hang in the nursery window? Fruits are knitted in the round, so make sure to read the instructions carefully before you begin. WATERMELON With smaller needles and C, cast on 6 sts. Row 1(RS): Knit. Row 2: Purl. Rep the last 2 rows twice more. Row 7: K6, turn work 90° clockwise, use another DPN to pu and k6 from side edge, turn work again, use another DPN to pu and k6 along cast-on edge, turn work again, pu and k6 from side edge onto fourth DPN. 24 sts Work in rnds from this point. Rnd 1: [Kl, ml, k4, ml, k7] twice. 28 sts Rnd 2 & every foil alt rnd: Knit. Rnd 3: [Kl, ml, k6, ml, k7] twice. 32 sts Rnd 5: [Kl, ml, k8, ml, k7] twice. 36 sts Rnd 7: [Kl, ml, klO, ml, k7] twice. 40 sts Cont working this way, inc 4 sts every alt rnd until the rnd [Kl, ml, k20, ml, k7] twice has been worked. 60 sts Next Rnd: Knit. Short row shaping **Next Row: K21, w&t. Next Row: P18, w&t. Next Row: K15, w&t. Next Row: P12, w&t. Next Row: K9, w&t. Next Row: P6, w&t. Next Row: K21.** Rep from ** to ** once more. Break C and join in D. Resume working in the rnd over all sts. Work 2 rnds in St st without shaping. Break D and join in B. Work 4 rnds in St st without shaping. Next Rnd: K24, cast off 6 sts, k23 (not including st rem on RH needle from casting off), cast off 6 sts (use the first st of the next rnd to cast off the final st of this rnd). You will now have two separate sets of 24 sts. Working only on first set of 24 sts proceed as follows: Work 6 rows in St st. Next Row: Cast on 30 sts, turn, cast off 30 sts. Leave two sets of sts on needles. Making up: Stuff lightly, fold upper flap over and graft the two sets of sts tog using a length of В and Kitchener stitch. Join side seams. Use an oddment of black yarn to swiss darn seeds onto the slice. LIME With smaller needles and B, cast on 6 sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: *Kfb; rep from * to end. 12 sts Rnd 3: *Kfb, kl; rep from * to end. 18 sts Rnd 4: *Kfb, k2; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 5: *Kfb, k3; rep from * to end. 30 sts Rnd 6: Knit. Rnd 7: *Kfb, k4; rep from * to end. 36 sts Rnds 8-19: Knit. **Rnd 20: *K2tog, k4; rep from * to end. 30 sts Rnd 21: Knit. Rnd 22: *K2tog, k3; rep from * to end. 24 sts Start to stuff from this point, adding more stuffing as you complete the Lime. 20 www.craftworld.com
W Top tip! F Leave long ends when 1 casting on/off and joining in new colours, that way you will always have a length of yarn to sew up with, and fewer ends to sew in к when completing i the fruits Rowan’s Summerlite 4-ply ' yarn will work well for this project. Choose from the range at . www.love j L. crafts.com A www.craftworld.com 21
Rnd 23: *K2tog, k2; rep from * to end. 18 sts Rnd 24: *K2tog, kl; rep from * to end. 12 sts Rnd 25: *K2tog; rep from * to end. 6 sts Rnd 26: [Sk2p] twice. 2 sts Next Row: Cast on 28 sts, к to end. 30 sts Next Row: Knit. Cast off. Making up: Close hole at base of Lime. PINEAPPLE With smaller needles and A, cast on 8 sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: *Kfb; rep from * to end. 16 sts Rnd 3: *Kfb, k2, kfb; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 4: *Kfb, k4, kfb; rep from * to end. 32 sts Rnd 5: *Kfb, k6, kfb; rep from * to end. 40 sts Rnd 6: *Kfb, k3, pl, k4, kfb; rep from * to end. 48 sts Rnd 7: *P1, k3, pl, kl; rep from * to end. Rnd 8: *[K1, pl] twice, k2; rep from * to end. Rnd 9: *K2, pl, k3; rep from * to end. Rnd 10: As Rnd 8. Rnd 11: As Rnd 7. Rnd 12: *K5, pl; rep from * to end. Rep rnds 7-12 3 more times, then rep rnds 7-9 once more. Start stuffing from this point, adding more stuffing as you complete the Pineapple. Rnd 34: *Ssk, k8, k2tog; rep from * to end. 40 sts Rnd 35: *Ssk, k6, k2tog; rep from * to end. 32 sts Rnd 36: *Ssk, k4, k2tog; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 37: *Ssk, k2, k2tog; rep from * to end. 16 sts Rnd 38: *Ssk, k2tog; rep from * to end. 8 sts Break A and join in B. Rnds 39 & 40: Knit. Rnd 41: *Cast on 15 sts, kl5, turn, kl5, turn, cast off 15 sts, pass st from RH needle onto LH needle and knit this st tog with next st, pass st from RH needle onto LH needle; rep from * until 1 st remains on LH needle, cast on 30 sts, turn, k30, pu and kl from base of first leaf, turn. Cast off rem sts. Making up: Close small holes at base and top of Pineapple. STRAWBERRY Note: When working the sl3, si these sts p-wise with the yarn on the WS (inside) of the work. Do not pull the yarn too tightly across the back of these sts. With smaller needles and C, cast on 8 sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: *Kfb; rep from * to end. 16 sts Rnd 3: Knit. Rnd 4: *Kfb, k2, kfb; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 5: Knit. Rnd 6: *Kfb, k4, kfb; rep from * to end. 32 sts Rnd 7: Knit. Join in A. Rnd 8: With A, *sl3, kl; rep from * to end. Rnd 9: With A, *sl3, pl; rep from * to end. Rnd 10: With C, *kfb, k6, kfb; rep from * to end. 40 sts Rnd 11: With C, knit. Rnd 12: With A, *sl2, kl, sll; rep from * to end. Rnd 13: With A, *sl2, pl, sll; rep from * to end. Rnds 14 & 15: With C, knit. Rnd 16: With A, *kl, sl3; rep from * to end. Rnd 17: With A, *pl, sl3; rep from * to end. Rnds 18 & 19: With C, knit. Rep rnds 12-17 once more. Rnd 26: With C, *kfb, k8, kfb; rep from * to end. 48 sts Rnd 27: With C, knit. Rnd 28: With A, *sl3, kl; rep from * to end. Rnd 29: With A, *sl3, pl; rep from * to end. Rnds 30 & 31: With C, knit. Rnd 32: With A, *sll, kl, sl2; rep from * to end. Rnd 33: With A, *sll, pl, sl2; rep from * to end. Rnds 34 & 35: With C, knit. Rep rnds 28-32 once more. Rnd 42: With C, *kfb, klO, kfb; rep from * to end. 56 sts Rnd 43: Knit. Rnd 44: With A, *sl4, kl, sl3, kl; rep from * to last 2 sts, sl2. Rnd 45: With A, *sl4, pl, sl3, pl; rep from * to last 2 sts, sl2. Break A. Start stuffing from this point, adding more stuffing as you complete the Strawberry. Rnd 46: *Ssk, к 10, k2tog; rep from * to end. 48 sts Rnd 47: *Ssk, k8, k2tog; rep from * to end. 40 sts Rnd 48: *Ssk, k6, k2tog; rep from * to end. 32 sts Rnd 49: *Ssk, k4, k2tog; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 50: *K2tog; rep from * to end. 12 sts Rnd 51: *K2tog; rep from * to end. 6 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Hull (worked flat) With smaller needles and B, cast on 4 sts. Row 1 (RS): Knit. Row 2: K2, kfb, kl. 5 sts Row 3: Kl, kfb, k3. 6 sts Row 4: K4, kfb, kl. 7 sts Row 5: Kl, kfb, k5. 8 sts Row 6: K6, kfb, kl. 9 sts Row 7: Kl, kfb, k7. 10 sts Row 8: K7, k2tog, kl. 9 sts Row 9: Kl, k2tog, k6. 8 sts Row 10: K5, k2tog, kl. 7 sts Row 11: Kl, k2tog, k4. 6 sts Row 12: КЗ, k2tog, kl. 5 sts Row 13: Kl, k2tog, k2. 4 sts Rep rows 2-13 three more times. Next Row: Cast on 30 sts, к to end. 34 sts Next Row: Knit. Cast off. Making up: Close small hole at base of Strawberry, sew Hull to top of Strawberry, easing inner edge to fit around body, and leaving central stalk free for hanging. With smaller needles and A, cast on 12 sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: *K2, kfb; rep from * to end. 16 sts Rnd 3: Knit. Rnd 4: *Kfb, k2, kfb; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 5: Knit. Work in St st until Banana measures 6cm from cast-on. With a tapestry needle and length of yarn D, sew the white yarn through every st, leaving the sts on the DPNs. 22 www.craftworld.com
In, Peel (worked flat) **Row 1: K8. Leave rem sts on spare needle. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: Ssk, k4, k2tog. 6 sts Row 4: Purl. Row 5: Ssk, k2, k2tog. 4 sts Row 6: Purl. Row 7: Ssk, k2tog. 2 sts Row 8: P2tog. 1 st Fasten off.** Rejoin C to rem sts and rep from ** to ** twice more. Stuff this lower part of the Banana. Using 3 DPNs and working on the inside of the Banana, pick up the stitch loops just below the white thread and place these loops on the DPNs (these will be your sts for working the top of the Banana). 24 sts Join in D and work in St st until this section of the Banana measures 2cm from the picked-up sts. Rnd 18: *Ssk, k2, k2tog; rep from * to end. 16 sts Add more stuffing from this point as you complete the Banana. Rnd 19: Knit. Rnd 20: *Ssk, k2tog; rep from * to end. 8 sts Rnd 21: *K2tog; rep from * to end. 4 sts Break D and join in B. Rnd 20: [K2tog] twice. 2 sts Next Row: Cast on 28 sts, к to end. 30 sts Next Row: Knit. Cast off. Making up: Close hole at base of Banana. Sew in loose ends, remove white thread between Banana sections by pulling gently. Work a short line of running stitch lengthways at centre, pull gently to gather and create a bend in the Banana, secure firmly. CHERRIES With smaller needles and C, cast on 12 sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: *K2, kfb; rep from * to end. 16 sts Rnd 3: Knit. Rnd 4: *Kfb, k2, kfb; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 5: Knit. Rnd 6: *Kfb, k4, kfb; rep from * to end. 32 sts Rnds 7 & 8: Knit Rnd 9: *Kfb, k6, kfb; rep from * to end. 40 sts Rnds 10-12: Knit. Rnd 13: *Ssk, k6, k2tog; rep from * to end. 32 sts Rnds 14 & 15: Knit. Rnd 16: *Ssk, k4, k2tog; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 17: Knit. Rnd 18: *Ssk, k2, k2tog; rep from * to end. 16 sts Start stuffing from this point, adding more stuffing as you complete the Cherry. Rnd 19: Knit. Rnd 20: *Ssk, k2tog; rep from * to end. 8 sts Rnd 21: *K2tog; rep from * to end. 4 sts Break C and join in B. Rnd 20: [K2tog] twice. 2 sts *** FIRST CHERRY ONLY: Next Row: Cast on 28 sts, к to end. 30 sts Next Row: Knit. Cast off. Work a second Cherry in the same way as far as *** and complete as follows: Next Row: Cast on 13 sts, к to end. 15 sts Next Row: Knit. Cast off 12 sts, к to end. 3 sts Break C. Leaf (worked flat) Join in B. Row 1: Kfb, kl, kfb. 5 sts Row 2 & every foil alt row: Knit. Row 3: K2, yo, kl, yo, k2. 7 sts Row 5: КЗ, yo, kl, yo, k3. 9 sts Row 7: K4, yo, kl, yo, k4. 11 sts Row 9: Ssk, k7, k2tog. 9 sts Row 11: Ssk, k5, k2tog. 7 sts Row 13: Ssk, k3, k2tog. 5 sts Row 15: Ssk, kl, k2tog. 3 sts Row 17: Sk2p. 1 st Fasten off. Making up: Close hole at base of each cherry, sew base of leaf halfway up stem of first cherry. PEAR With smaller needles and B, cast on 12 sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: *Kfb; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnd 3: Knit. Rnd 4: *Kfb, kl; rep from * to end. 36 sts Rnds 5-7: Knit. Rnd 8: *Kfb, k2; rep from * to end. 48 sts Rnds 9-18: Knit. Rnd 19: *K2, k2tog; rep from * to end. 36 sts Rnds 20-24: Knit. Rnd 25: *K1, k2tog; rep from * to end. 24 sts Rnds 26-30: Knit. Start to stuff from this point, adding more stuffing as you complete the Pear. Rnd 31: *K2tog; rep from * to end. 12 sts Rnds 32-34: Knit. Rnd 35: *K2tog; rep from * to end. 6 sts Rnd 36: [Sk2p] twice. 2 sts Next Row: Cast on 28 sts, к to end. 30 sts Next Row: Knit. Cast off. Making up: Close hole at base of Pear. LEMON With smaller needles and A, cast on 6 sts. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Work rnds 1-7 as for the Lime. 36 sts Rnd 8: Knit. Rnd 9: *Kfb, k5; rep from * to end. 42 sts Rnds 10-21: Knit. Rnd 22: *K2tog, k5; rep from * to end. 36 sts Rnd 23: Knit. Complete as for Lime from **. Making up: Close hole at base of Lemon. STRING With larger needles and D, cast on 400 sts. Row 1: Knit. Cast off. The length of the string can be extended by adding a multiple of 20 sts for every extra piece of fruit. Making up: Fold last 5cm of string back on itself at each end and stitch to form hanging loop. Sew fruits to string approximately 15cm apart, attaching the first fruit approximately 27.5cm from the end of the string. Weave in any remaining ends. Is www.craftworld.com 23
F Schachenmayr Original Originals Wool 85 will work well for this project. Choose from the range at www.schachen may r .com CO Keep babies comfy and cosy in this gorgeous blanket with intarsia elephants - perfect for boys and girls alike 24 www.craftworld.com
a 550g Aran over St st One size This cute elephant design is perfect for the nursery. Choose bright hues to fit in with the colour scheme - you could even do the characters in different colours. Designed by Vikki Bird Yarn used King Cole Merino Blend Aran 8 balls Scarlet 009 (MC) 2 balls Stone 904 (CC1) 1 ball each in Aran 776 (CC2) & Black 775 (CC3) About the yarn Aran; 80m per 50g ball; 100% Pure New Wool Tension 18 sts x 25 rows = 10cm measured over St st Judy’s Magic Cast-On: Hold two DPNs together so that they are parallel to one another. Make a slip knot and place the loop on the top needle (needle 2, the other needle is needle 1). Bring the tip of needle 1 over the tail yarn, around and under the yarn then back up, making a loop around needle 1. Pull the loop snug around the needle. Rep with needle 2 and the working yarn. Rep these steps until you have cast on the necessary number of sts. To work the sts, drop the yarn tail, then turn the needles over so that needle 1 is on the top. Pick up the working yarn and knit the sts from needle 1, then knit into the back of the loops of the sts on needle 2 (this only needs to be done on the first rnd, sts on future rnds will all be normal). MIL: From the front, lift the loop between sts with left needle, knit into back of loop. Needles used 5mm circular, 80cm or longer- the blanket is knitted flat but the circular needle is required for length 5mm DPNs Other supplies dark grey embroidery thread bobbins & chart row marker 6 stitch markers tapestry needle & darning needle Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing One size MIR: From the back, lift the loop between sts with left needle, knit into front of loop. Qtart Main Blanket With MC and circular needle, cast on 163 sts. Row 1: SI 1 p-wise wyib, *kl, pl; rep from * to end. Rep Row 1 5 more times. Row 7 (RS): SI 1 p-wise wyib, [kl, pl] twice, kl53, [pl, kl] twice, pl. Row 8 (WS): SI 1 p-wise wyib, kl, pl, kl, pl55, [kl, pl] twice. Rep the last 2 rows 26 more times. E о о CD Next Row: SI 1 p-wise wyib, [kl, pl] twice, k7, pm, work Row 1 of Small elephant chart, pm, k2, pm, work Row 1 of Small elephant chart, pm, k2, pm, work Row 1 of Large elephant chart, pm, k7, [pl, kl] twice, pl. Keeping St st with Moss st borders as set, continue until Small elephant chart has been worked in full. Next Row: SI 1 p-wise wyib, kl, pl, kl, p8, sm, work Row 40 of Large elephant chart, sm, p96, removing markers as you go, [pl, kl] twice. Keeping St st with Moss st borders as set, continue until Large elephant chart has been worked in full. 70cm Work Row 8 once, removing markers. Work rows 7-8 30 times. Work Row 1 6 times. Cast off loosely in patt. Small Elephant Ears Make 2 Using Judy’s Magic Cast-On with CC1 and DPNs, cast on 12 sts (6 sts each needle). Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Pm to mark beg of rnd. Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: K5, MIL, k2, MIR, k5.14 sts Rnd 3: Kl, MIR, k5, MIL, k2, MIR, k5, MIL, kl. 18 sts Rnds 4-11: Knit. Rnd 12: Kl, ssk, kl2, k2tog, kl. 16 sts Rnds 13-15: Knit. Rnd 16: K5, k2tog, k2, ssk, k5.14 sts Rnd 17: Knit. Rnd 18: K4, k2tog, k2, ssk, k4.12 sts Rnd 19: Kl, ssk, k2tog, k2, ssk, k2tog, kl. 8 sts Break yarn, arrange so there are 4 sts per needle and use Kitchener st to graft the live sts tog. Large Elephant Ear Using Judy’s Magic Cast-On with CC1 and DPNs, cast on 8 sts (4 sts each needle). Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Pm to mark beg of rnd. Rnd 1: Knit. Rnd 2: Kl, MIR, k2, MIL, k2, MIR, k2, MIL, kl. 12 sts Rnd 3: Kl, MIR, k4, MIL, k2, MIR, k4, MIL, kl. 16 sts Rnd 4: Kl, MIR, kl4, MIL, kl. 18 sts Rnd 5: K8, MIL, k2, MIR, k8. 20 sts Rnd 6: Knit. Rnd 7: Kl, MIR, kl8, MIL, kl. 22 sts Rnds 8-14: Knit. Rnd 15: Kl, ssk, kl6, k2tog, kl. 20 sts Rnds 16-18: Knit. Rnd 19: Kl, ssk, kl4, k2tog, kl. 18 sts Rnds 20-23: Knit. Rnd 24: K6, k2tog, k2, ssk, k6.16 sts Rnd 25: K5, k2tog, k2, ssk, k5.14 sts Rnd 26: Kl, ssk, kl, k2tog, k2, ssk, kl, k2tog, kl. 10 sts Rnd 27: Kl, cdd, k2, cdd, kl. 6 sts Break yarn, arrange so there are 3 sts per needle and use Kitchener st to graft the live sts together. Making up With CC3, Swiss-darn pupils as shown on chart. Darn in ends of Ears, taking note of which corner had the cast on tail; this is the free corner. Pin ears into position using the photographs as a guide. Use back stitch to st along the straight portion of the vertical edge. Using dark grey embroidery thread, use chain stitch to define legs. Wash, block and dry blanket flat. Weave in all ends. H www.craftworld .com 25
Large elephant Small elephant 26 www.craftworld.com
-«Illi ____ 10cm ©ад ф 20 sts DK over Newborn St st - 3 years Designed by Sirdar Design Team Yarn used Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK 2 (3, 3, 4) balls in Pebble 006 (MC) 1 ball in Little Linen 344 (CC) About the yarn DK; 116m per 50g ball; 75% wool, 20% silk, 5% cashmere Tension 22 sts x 28 rows = 10cm over St st with larger needles Needles used 4mm straight Other supplies stitch holders 6 buttons Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing 0-6 months (6-12 months, 1-2 years, 2-3 years) designed to fit with 4cm ease 24 (28, 32,38) cm 15 (17, 20, 24) cm 45 (50,55,60) cm STRIPY JUMPER This jumper is knitted in a luxuriously soft yarn that’s sure to be a favourite with babies and toddlers This jumper is knitted flat, then seamed together. It’s made in simple, rectangular pieces - perfect for a beginner. Qfitcffb ptzfterrv Stripe sequence Rows 1-8: Using contrast yarn. Rows 9-16: Using main yarn. These 16 rows form stripe sequence. BACK Using your smaller needles and MC cast on 49 (55, 61, 67) sts. Row 1 (RS): Knit. This row forms G st. Work 3 rows in G st. Change to larger needles and beg with a knit row working in St st and stripe sequence work for the remainder of the back as follows: Continue until back measures 14 (17, 20, 25) cm finishing after a RS row. Next Row (dec row): Using MC, kl2 (14, 7, 7), k2tog, [k21 (23,13,15), k2tog] 1 (1, 3, 3) times, kl2 (14, 7, 7). 47 (53, 57, 63) sts The back should measure approximately 23 (25, 28, 30) cm across at this point. Using MC only, continue in G st until back measures 19 (23, 27, 32) cm finishing after a WS row. ** Work 20 (20, 20, 24) rows. Neck shaping & shoulder edging With the RS of the work facing you divide for the neck as follows: Next Row: K16 (18,19, 22), turn, slip the remaining 31 (35, 38, 41) sts onto a stitch holder. You will come back to these 31 (35, 38, 41) sts later to work the second side of the neck. You will now have 16 (18,19, 22) sts on the needle. Work 7 rows in G st. Cast off. To work the second side of neck, return the 31 (35, 38, 41) sts left on a stitch holder onto the main needle. With the RS of the work facing you rejoin yarn to remaining sts and work as follows: Next Row: Cast off 15 (17, 19, 19) sts, knit to end. 16 (18,19, 22) sts Work 7 rows in G st. Cast off. FRONT Work as given for Back to **. Neck shaping With the RS of the work facing you divide for the neck as follows: Next Row: K16 (18,19,22), turn, slip the remaining 31 (35, 38, 41) sts onto a stitch holder. You will come back to these 31 (35, 38, 41) sts later to work the second side of the neck. You will have 16 (18,19,22) sts on the needle. Work 19 (19,19,23) rows in G st. Shoulder edging Work 3 rows in G st. Next Row (Buttonhole Row): K2 (2, 3, 3), yfwd, k2tog, [k3 (4, 4, 5), yfwd, k2tog] twice, k2 (2, 2, 3). Work 4 rows in G st. Cast off. To work the second side of the neck return the 31 (35, 38, 41) sts left on a stitch holder onto the main needle. With the RS of the work facing you rejoin yarn to remaining sts and work as follows: Next Row: Cast off 15 (17, 19, 19) sts, knit to end. 16 (18, 19, 22) sts 28 www.craftworld.com
О(лЬ Work 19 (19,19, 23) rows in G st. Shoulder edging Work 3 rows in G st. Next Row (Buttonhole row): K2 (2, 2, 3), k2tog, yfwd, [k3 (4, 4, 5), k2tog, yfwd] twice, k2 (2, 3, 3). Work 4 rows in G st. Cast off. SLEEVES Both alike Using smaller needles and MC cast on 31 (31, 33, 33) sts, work 4 rows in G st. Change to larger needles and, beg with a knit row working in stocking stitch and stripe sequence, work the remainder of the sleeve as follows: Work 19 (11,11,11) rows, working an increase row for the 3rd and every following 8th (4th, 4th, 4th) row (there will be 7 (3, 3, 3) rows straight between increase rows). Increase rows are worked as follows: kl, ml, к to last st, ml, kl. 37 (37, 39, 39) sts Work 10 (24, 30, 42) rows, working an increase row for the 10th (6th, 6th, 6th) and every following 0 (6th, 6th, 6th) row (there will be 9 (5, 5, 5) rows straight between increase rows). 39 (45, 49, 53) sts Continue without further shaping until sleeve is 15 (17, 20, 24)cm finishing after a WS row. Shape sleeve top Cast off 2 (3, 2, 3) sts at beg of the next 6 (6, 4, 8) rows. 27 (27, 41, 29) sts Cast off 3 sts at beg of the next 6 (6, 10, 6] rows. 9 (9,11,11) sts Cast off. Making up Place front shoulder edgings over back shoulder edgings and join together at side edge. Fold Sleeves in half lengthways. Place folds to shoulder seams and sew Sleeves in position for approximately 10 (11,12,13) cm from top of shoulders. Join side and Sleeve seams. Sew on buttons. Pin garment to measurements given and cover with damp cloths. See ballband for washing and care instructions. Ъ. Make it your way Choose your colours from the gorgeous selection of Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Top tip! A nice loose cast-on makes cuffs easier to slip on and off www.craftworld.com 29
Vikki Bird Yarn used MillaMia Naturally Soft Aran 2 balls in Magenta Cables make this the perfect textural gift for a new baby, and the cute buttons are a lovely finishing touch About the yarn Aran; 80m per 50g ball; 100% Merino wool Tension 18 sts x 26 rows = 10cm measured over St st on 5mm needles Needles used 4.5mm circular needles, 40cm 5mm circular needles, 40cm 4.5mm DPNs Other supplies 10 stitch markers (A-J) cable needle 2 lengths of waste yarn 6 x 13mm diameter buttons Abbreviations C4B: SI 2 sts from LH needle to CN and hold at back of work, k2, k2 from CN. C4F: SI 2 sts from LH needle to CN and hold in front of work, k2, k2 from CN. See page 67 for all other abbreviations Sizing 0-6 months, designed to fit with 5cm positive ease. See schematic for finished The cardigan is knitted from the top down, with cables running between the raglan increases. After the yoke, the sleeve sts are held while the body is worked. The body includes increases to create an A-line shape; finally, the sleeves are returned to the needles and knitted in the round. Right Barley Twist Row 1 (RS): C4B. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: Knit. Row 4: As Row 2. Left Barley Twist Row 1 (RS): C4F. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: Knit. Row 4: As Row 2. Qtoort YOKE With larger needles, cast on 48 sts. Row 1 (WS): Sil p-wise wyif, k3, pm (J), k5, pm (I), p4, pm (H), k2, pm (G), p4, pm (F), klO, pm (E), p4, pm (D), k2, pm (C), p4, pm (B), k5, pm (A), k4. Row 2 (RS): Sil p-wise wyif, к to marker B, ml, sm, work Row 1 of Right Barley Twist from chart or written instructions, sm, ml, к to marker D, ml, sm, work Row 1 of Left Barley Twist from chart or written instructions, sm, ml, к to marker F, ml, sm, work Row 1 of Right Barley Twist, sm, ml, к to marker H, ml, sm, work Row 1 of Left Barley Twist, sm, ml, к to end. 8 sts /nc’d Row 3: Sil p-wise wyif, к to marker I, sm, work next row of Right Barley Twist, sm, к to marker G, sm, work next row of Left Barley Twist, sm, к to marker E, sm, work next row of Right Barley Twist, sm, к to marker C, sm, work next row of Left Barley Twist, sm, к to end. Continue to work Right and Left Barley Twist patts as set, repeating rows 1-4 to end of Yoke. Row 4 (RS, buttonhole): Sil p-wise wyif, к to marker B, mlr, sm, work Right Barley Twist, sm, mil, к to marker D, mlr, sm, work Left Barley Twist, sm, mil, к to marker F, mlr, sm, work Right Barley Twist, sm, mil, к to marker H, mlr, sm, work Left Barley Twist, sm, mil, к to marker J, kl, yo, k2tog, kl. 8 sts inc'd After this buttonhole row, place a buttonhole every 10 rows. Row 5: Sil p-wise wyif, к to marker I, sm, work Right Barley Twist, sm, к to marker G, sm, work Left Barley Twist, sm, к to marker E, sm, work Right Barley Twist, sm, к to marker C, sm, work Left Barley Twist, sm, к to end. Row 6: Rep Row 2. 72 sts Row 7: Rep Row 5. Rep last 2 rows once more. 80 sts Next Row (RS): Sil p-wise wyif, к to marker A, p to marker B, mlr, sm, work Right Barley Twist, sm, mil, p to marker D, mlr, sm, work Left Barley Twist, sm, mil, p to marker F, mlr, sm, work Right Barley Twist, sm, mil, p to marker H, mlr, sm, work Left Barley Twist, sm, mil, p to marker J, sm, к to end. 8 sts inc’d Next Row: Sil p-wise wyif, к to marker I, sm, work Right Barley Twist, sm, к to marker G, sm, work Left Barley Twist, sm, к to marker E, sm, work Right Barley Twist, sm, к to marker C, sm, work Left Barley Twist, sm, к to end. Rep last 2 rows eight times more, working 2 further buttonholes. 152 sts Remove all markers. Separate sleeves Next Row (RS): Sil p-wise wyif, k22, cast on 4 sts, transfer next 30 sts to 30 www.craftworld.com
O(st wut holder, k38, cast on 4 sts, transfer next 30 sts to holder, k23. 92 sts BODY Next Row (WS): Sll p-wise wyif, k3, pm, p21, pm, p42, pm, p21, pm, k4. Continue working buttonholes where required. Row 1 (RS): Sll p-wise wyif, к to end. Row 2: Sll p-wise wyif, к to first marker, p to final marker, к to end. Row 3: К to 1 st before second marker, mlr, kl, sm, kl, mil, к to 1 st before third marker, mlr, kl, sm, kl, mil, к to end. 4 sts inc'd Row 4: As Row 2. Row 5: As Row 1. Row 6: As Row 2. Rep last 6 rows twice more, then rows 1-3 once. 108 sts Remove all markers. Border Change to smaller needles. Rows 1-3: Sll p-wise wyif, к to end. Row 4 (RS, buttonhole): Sll p-wise wyif, к to last 3 sts, yo, k2tog, kl. Rows 5-7: Sll p-wise wyif, к to end. Cast off. SLEEVE Transfer held 30 sts to DPNs. With RS facing, pu and k6 sts from underarm cast-off edge of body. 36 sts Join to work in the rnd. Next Rnd: K29 from sleeve, k2tog (1 sleeve st and 1 picked-up st), k2, pm to mark end of rnd. 35 sts Next Rnd: P2, p2tog (1 picked-up st and 1 sleeve st), p to end. 34 sts Next Rnd: Knit. Next Rnd: Purl. Repeat last 2 rnds until sleeve measures 2.5cm. Cast off k-wise. Repeat for second sleeve. Finishing Weave in ends. Sew buttons to left button band corresponding to buttonholes in right band. Block to measurements shown in schematic. И Use the backward loop method to cast on underarm stitches. There will be 5 garter ridges on the right-hand side between buttonholes. Remembering this saves having two row counters Left barley twist Make it your way Choose your colours from the gorgeous selection of MillaMia Naturally Soft Aran at www.Iovecrafts.com www.craftworld.com 31
100g over Newborn Aran St st - 3 years Designed by Claire Slade Yarn used TOP This super-soft yarn is perfect for making quick gifts for babies Sublime Evie 1 (2, 2, 2) balls in Fondant 510 About the yarn Aran, 115m per 50g ball; 94% cotton, 6% nylon Tension 18 sts x 24 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 4.5mm circular, 40cm 4.5mm DPNs Other supplies 3 (4, 4, 4) buttons 4 stitch markers 2 stitch holders or waste yarn tapestry needle Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing 0-3 months (6-9 months, 12-18 months, 2-3 years) 25 (26.5. 29.5, 32) cm Little Roar is knitted in one piece from the top down. It is knitted flat to the bottom of the buttonholes, then the sleeve stitches are put on hold and the body is worked in the round. Finally, the sleeves are worked in the round as well. Qtart feyJtfixxty... The buttonholes are worked at the same time as yoke shaping - read ahead. YOKE With circular needle, cast on 46 (50, 54, 66) sts. Work 4 rows in G st. Set-up Row (RS): K9 (10, 11, 13), ml, kl, pm, ml, k5 (5, 5, 7), ml, pm, kl, ml, kl4 (16, 18, 22), ml, kl, pm, ml, k5 (5, 5, 7), mlR, pm, kl, ml, k5 (6, 7, 9), k2tog, yo, k2. 54 (58, 62, 74) sts Row 1: K4, p to last 4 sts, k4. Row 2: * К to 1 st before marker, ml, kl, sm, ml, к to marker, ml, sm, kl, ml; rep from * once more, к to end. 8 sts inc’d Rep the last 2 rows 8 (9, 10,11) more times, then Row 1 once more. AT THE SAME TIME make a buttonhole every 8 (6, 6, 6) rows by working k2tog, yo, k2 at the end of the row. 126 (138, 150,170) sts: 25 (27, 29, 33) on each sleeve, 20 (22, 24, 27) on each front, 36 (40, 44, 50) on back 32 www.craftworld.com
Out Divide for armholes Next Row (RS): Cast off 4 sts, к to marker, rm, si next 25 (27, 29, 33) sts onto stitch holder, cast on 3 sts, rm, к to marker, rm, si next 25 (27, 29, 33) sts onto stitch holder, cast on 3 sts, rm, к to end. 78 (86, 94,106) sts Join to work in the rnd. Pm to mark beg of rnd. BODY Work in St st until piece measures 14 (15, 17, 19) cm from underarm. Next Rnd: Purl. Next Rnd: Knit. Rep the last 2 rnds once more. Cast off. SLEEVES With RS facing, place 25 (27, 29, 33) sleeve sts onto DPNs and rejoin yarn. Knit across these sts, then pu and k3 at the underarm. 28 (30, 32, 36) sts Join to work in the rnd. Pm to mark beg of rnd. Next 3(4, 4, 6) rnds: Knit. Next Rnd: Purl. Next Rnd: Knit. Rep the last 2 rnds once more. Cast off. Repeat for other sleeve. Finishing Sew buttons onto button ba nd to correspond to buttonholes. Sew the cast-off edge of the buttonband to the back of the buttonhole band. Weave in ends and block to dimensions given in schematic. Ъ. CLAIRE SAYS: “The length of this top can be easily adjusted by knitting more or fewer rounds before the bottom edging” www.craftworld.com 33
40-70g DK 25 sts over G st 16- 20cm Designed by Barbara Prime MITTS These cute mitts are sure to become Yarn used Any smooth DK yarn 25 (35, 45)g of cream (MC) 15 (20, 25)g of grey (CC) Tension 25 sts x 45 rows = 10cm measured over G st Needles used 3.25mm DPNs Other supplies 2 stitch markers waste yarn black yarn to embroider face 4 black buttons 2 safety pins tapestry needle hand-sewing needle & thread Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing XS (S, M) - approximate age 2-3 yrs (4 yrs, 5-6 yrs) Circumference: 14 (16,18) cm Length: 16 (18, 20) cm a firm favourite with little ones These mitts are knitted in the round from the cuff to the lambs’ noses. The stitches for the thumbs are placed on waste yarn to knit at the end. Start CUFF Both mitts With CC, cast on 30 (34, 38) sts. Distribute evenly between 3 DPNs. Join to work in the rnd, being careful not to twist. Rnd 1: *K1, pl; rep from * to end. Rep last rnd 4 more times. Break CC and join MC. Work 17 (21, 25) rnds in G st (knit even rnds, purl odd rnds). Left Mitt Thumb Placement Rnd 1: Pl, pm, p4, pm, p25 (29, 33). Rnd 2: Kl, sm, ml, к to marker, ml, sm, k25 (29, 33). 2 sts inc'd Rnds 3-5: Work in G st. Rnds 6-13: Rep rnds 2-5 twice. 36 (40, 44) sts SIZE M ONLY: Rnd 14: As Rnd 2. 46 sts ALL SIZES: Work 4 (4, 5) rnds in G st. Next Rnd: Kl, place next 10 (10, 12) sts on waste yarn for thumb, turn work and cast on 4 sts, turn back to RS and knit to end. 30 (34, 38) sts Right Mitt Thumb Placement Rnd 1: P25 (29, 33), pm, p4, pm, pl. Rnd 2: K25 (29, 33), sm, ml, к to marker, ml, sm, kl. 2 sts inc’d Rnds 3-5: Work in G st. Rnds 6-13: Rep rnds 2-5 twice. 36 (40, 44) sts SIZE M ONLY: Rnd 14: As Rnd 2. 46 sts ALL SIZES: Work 4 (4, 5) rnds in G st. Next Row: K25 (29, 33), place next 10 (10,12) sts on waste yarn for thumb, turn work and cast on 4 sts, turn back to RS and kl. 30 (34, 38) sts BODY OF MITTEN Both mitts Work 15 (19, 23) rnds in G st. (Lengthen or shorten here, if necessary.) Break MC and join CC. Next 10 rnds: Knit. Shape Top Rnd 1: [K4 (5, 6), k2tog, k3, ssk, k4 (5, 6)] twice. 26 (30, 34) sts Rnds 2-4: Knit. Rnd 5: [КЗ (4, 5), k2tog, k3, ssk, k3 (4, 5)] twice. 22 (26, 30) sts Rnd 6 & foil even rnds: Knit. Rnd 7: [K2 (3, 4), k2tog, k3, ssk, k2 (3, 4)] twice. 18 (22, 26) sts Rnd 9: [Kl (2, 3), k2tog, k3, ssk, kl (2, 3)] twice. 14 (18, 22) sts SIZE XS ONLY: Next Rnd: Knit. SIZE S & M ONLY: Rnd 11: [К - (1, 2), k2tog, k3, ssk, к - (1,2)] twice. - (14,18) sts SIZE S ONLY: Next Rnd: Knit. SIZE M ONLY: Rnd 13: [Kl, k2tog, k3, ssk, kl] twice. 14 sts Next Rnd: Knit. ALL SIZES: Next Rnd: [Kl, ssk, kl, k2tog, kl] twice. 10 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Thumb Place sts from waste yarn onto 2 DPNs. With third DPN and MC, pick up and knit 6 sts across cast-on sts on palm. Join to 34 www.craftworld.com
0(/t anA, work in the rnd. 16 (16,18) sts Next Rnd: K10 (10, 12), ssk, k2, k2tog. 14 (14,16) sts Next 14 (16,18) rnds: Knit. (Lengthen or shorten here, if necessary.) Next Rnd: [K2tog] to end. 7 (7, 8) sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Ears Make 4 Knit flat. With CC, cast on 5 sts. Row 1 & all WS rows: Purl. Row 2: Knit. Row 4: K2, ml, kl, ml, k2. 7 sts Row 6: Knit. Row 8: K2, ml, k3, ml, k2. 9 sts Row 10: Knit. Row 12: Kl, ssk, k3, k2tog, kl. 7 sts Row 14: Kl, ssk, kl, k2tog, kl. 5 sts Row 16: Kl, s2kp, kl. 3 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Finishing Weave in ends on WS, closing holes around thumb. Use safety pins to hold Ears on back of Mitten. Sew Ears to Mitten with CC yarn; do not catch palm side of Mitten. Sew ears down all the way around or leave tips free. Weave in ends on WS. Remove safety pins. With black yam, embroider nose and mouth. Sew buttons for eyes, or embroider with black yarn. H BARBARA SAYS: “This was the perfect opportunity to combine my Lucy Lamb toy on page 58 with a simple mitten shape, creating an accessory that kids will love!” www.c raft wo rld.com 35
This adorable cardi, blanket and hat trio has a Yam used lovely texture in this super-soft cotton yarn King Cole Cottonsoft DK Cardi 1 (2, 2, 2) balls in Lime (MC) 1 (1,1, 2) balls in Sage (CC) Hat 1 (1,1,1) ball in Sage (MC) 1 (1,1,1) ball in Lime (CC) Blanket 2 balls in Sage (MC) 1 ball in Lime (CC) About the yarn DK; 210m per 100g ball; 100% cotton Tension 22 (25) sts x 28 (48) rows = 10cm measured over St st (patt) Needles used 4mm straight, 35cm 3.25mm straight, 35cm Other supplies 4 buttons (cardi only) tapestry needle Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing 0-6 months (6-12 months, 1-2 years, 2-3 years) Knitted flat on straight needles, this set is made up of a simple slip-stitch pattern that creates a cosy, stylish, textured knit for those cooler summer days. pixfterrv Slip-stitch pattern Row 1 (RS): With CC, kl, *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to end. Row 2: With CC, kl, *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to end. Rows 34: With MC, knit. Row 5: With CC, k2, *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to last st, kl. Row 6: With CC, k2, *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to last st, kl. Rows 7-8: With MC, knit. Stmt CARDI BACK With MC and smaller needles, cast on 49 (55, 61, 65) sts. Work 3 rows in G st. Next Row (WS, inc): K4 (7, 10, 6), ml, [k6, ml] 7 (7, 7, 9) times, k3 (6, 9, 5). 57 (63, 69, 75) sts Change to larger needles. Work in Slip-stitch pattern, from chart or written instructions, until piece measures 24 (28, 32, 36) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape shoulders Cast off 9 (10, 11, 12) sts at beg of next 2 rows. 39 (43, 47, 51) sts Cast off 9 (10, 11, 13) sts at beg of next 2 rows. 21 (23, 25, 25) sts Cast off. LEFT FRONT With MC and smaller needles, cast on 27 (29, 33, 34) sts. Work 3 rows in G st. Next Row (WS, inc): КЗ (4, 6, 3), ml, [k7, ml] 3 (3, 3, 4) times, k3 (4, 6, 3). 31 (33, 37, 39) sts Change to larger needles. Work in Slip-stitch pattern until piece measures 19 (23, 26, 30) cm, ending after a RS row. Shape neck Next Row (WS): Cast off 5 (5, 5, 4) sts, work in pattern to end. 26 (28, 32, 35) sts Decrease 1 st at neck edge on next 3 rows, then following 5 (5, 7, 7) RS rows. 18 (20, 22, 25) sts Work even until piece measures 24 (28, 32, 36) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape shoulder Next Row (RS): Cast off 9 (10, 11, 12) sts, work in pattern to end. 9 (10,11, 13) sts Work 1 row even. Cast off. RIGHT FRONT With MC and smaller needles, cast on 27 (29, 33, 34) sts. Work 3 rows in G st. Next Row (WS, inc): КЗ (4, 6, 3), ml, [k7, ml] 3 (3, 3, 4) times, k3 (4, 6, 3). 31 (33, 37, 39) sts Change to larger needles. Work in Slip-stitch pattern until piece measures 19 (23, 26, 30) cm, ending after a WS row. Shape neck Next Row (RS): Cast off 5 (5, 5, 4) sts, work in pattern to end. 26 (28, 32, 35) sts Work 1 row even. Decrease 1 st at neck edge on next 3 rows, then following 5 (5, 7, 7) RS rows. 18 (20, 22,25) sts Work even until piece measures 24 (28, 32, 36) cm, ending after a RS row. Shape shoulder Next Row (WS): Cast off 9 (10, 11, 12) sts, work in pattern to end. 9 (10,11, 13) sts Work 1 row even. Cast off. 36 www.craftworld.com
Out (W\JL SLEEVES With MC and smaller needles, cast on 31 (31, 33, 33) sts. Work 3 rows in G st. Row 4: K7 (7, 8, 8), ml, [k6, ml] 3 times, k6 (6, 7, 7). 35 (35, 37, 37) sts Change to larger needles. Work in Slip-stitch pattern, increasing 1 st at each end of 7th and every foil 10th (6th, 6th, 8th) row 4 (1, 2,10) times. 45 (39, 43, 59) sts SIZES 6-12M & 1-2Y ONLY: Increase 1 st at each end of every foil - (8th, 8th, -) row - (5, 6, -) times. - (49, 55, -) sts ALL SIZES: Work even until sleeve measures 15 (17, 20, 24) cm, or length required, ending after a WS row. Shape cap Cast off 2 sts at beg of next 20 (16,24, 20) rows. 5(17, 7,19) sts SIZES 6-12M & 2-3Y ONLY: Cast off 3 sts in patt at beg of next 4 rows. - (5, 7) sts ALL SIZES: Cast off. www.craftworld.com 37
Neckband Join shoulder seams. With RS facing, using MC and smaller needles, pu and k28 (29, 34, 34) sts evenly along right side of neck, pu and kl9 (21, 23, 23) sts from cast-off sts at back of neck, then pu and k28 (29, 34, 34) sts evenly along left side of neck. 75 (79, 91, 91) sts Work 2 rows in G st. Cast off. Finishing Fold sleeves in half lengthways, then, placing folds to shoulder seams, sew in position approximately 10 (11,12,13) cm either side from top of shoulder. Join side and sleeve seams. Using crochet chains or ribbon, make four button loops and sew on front edge. Sew on buttons to correspond. Block to the measurements given in schematic. HAT With MC and smaller needles, cast on 71 (77, 83, 91) sts. Work 3 rows in G st. Row 4: K4 (7, 3, 7), ml, [k7, ml] 9 (9,11, 11) times, k4 (7, 3, 7). 81 (87, 95,103) sts Change to larger needles. Work in Slip-stitch pattern, from chart or written instructions, until piece measures 10 (12,13,14) cm, ending after a Row 4 or Row 8 of pattern. Shape crown Row 1: With CC, [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib, kl, sll p-wise wyib] 16 (17, 18, 20) times, kl (2, -, -), [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib, k2] - (-, 1, -) times, [k2tog, kl] - (-, -, 1) times. 65 (70, 76, 82) sts Row 2: With CC, kl (2, 2, 2), *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to end. Rows 3-4: With MC, knit. Row 5: With CC, [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib, kl, sll p-wise wyib] 12 (13,15, 16) times, [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib, k2] 1 (1, -, -) times, k- (-, 1, 2). 52 (56, 61, 66) sts Row 6: With CC, k2 (2, 1, 2), *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to end. Rows 7-8: With MC, knit. Row 9: With CC, [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib, kl, sll p-wise wyib] 10 (11, 12, 13) times, k2 (1, 1, 1). 42 (45, 49, 53) sts Row 10: With CC, k2 (1,1,1), *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to end. Rows 11-12: With MC, knit. Row 13: With CC, [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib, kl, sll p-wise wyib] 8 (8, 9, 10) times, k2 (-, -, -), [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib, k2] - (1, -, -) times, [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib, kl] - (-, 1, -) times, [k2tog, kl] - (-, -, 1) times. 34 (36, 39, 42) sts Row 14: With CC, k2 (2, 1, 2), *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to end. Rows 15-16: With MC, knit. Row 17: With CC, [k2tog, sll p-wise wyib] 11 (11,12, 13) times, kl (-, -, -), [k2tog, kl] - (1,1, 1) times. 23 (24, 26, 28) sts Row 18: With CC, kl (2, 2, 2), *sll p-wise wyib, kl; rep from * to end. Row 19: With MC, kl (-, -, -), [k2tog] 11 (12, 13, 14) times. 12 (12,13, 14) sts Row 20: With MC, [k2tog] 6 (6, 6, 7) times, к - (-, 1, -). 6 (6, 7, 7) sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Finishing Join back seam. Make a pompom and attach to top of hat. Block to measurements given in schematic. BLANKET With MC and smaller needles, cast on 101 sts. Work 3 rows in G st. Row 4: K5, ml, [k7, ml] 13 times, k5. 115 sts Change to larger needles. Work in Slip-stitch pattern, from chart or written instructions, until piece measures 60cm, ending after a RS row. Next Row: K5, k2tog, [k6, k2tog] 13 times, k4. 101 sts Change to smaller needles and work 3 rows in G st. Cast off. Side Edging Both alike With RS facing, using smaller needles and MC, pu and kl35 sts evenly along side edge. Work 4 rows in G st. Cast off. Finishing Block blanket to measurements given in schematic. X Slip-stitch pattern 5 4 3 2 1 Blanket 61cm 38 www.craftworld.com
О(лЬ wuL CARD! AND HAT SET The combination of delicate blossoms and picot edging on these pieces makes them especially pretty, and interesting to knit too! www.craftworld.com 39
A /2 LL 100g over 0-24 DK St st months Designed by Stylecraft Design Team Crochet Rowers Make 6 for each cardigan, or 3 for the hat Using 3mm crochet hook, make 6 ch, si st to 1st ch to form a ring. Rnd 1:1 ch (1 ch counts as 1 de), work 15 de into ring, ss to 1st de. Rnd 2: (2 ch, 1 tr into each of next 2 de, 2 ch, si st into next de) 5 times. Fasten off. Yarn used Wondersoft 4-ply Projects use 1 ball each in Petal Pink 1030 About the yarn 4-ply; 422m per 100g ball; 100% acrylic Tension 28 sts x 36 rows = 10cm over St st Needles used 3.25mm straight 2.75mm straight Pfb: P into the front of the next st as normal but, before dropping the stitch off the needle, work a second p st into back of the loop. Note on symmetrical decreasing Throughout the pattern you’re asked to work decreases at the garment’s edges. You can work these decreases in lots of ways, but our favourite way is this: On RS rows, decs on the right hand side of the pattern piece are worked by knitting the first stitch of the row, then working a k2tog. For decs on the left hand, к to the last 3 sts, ssk, kl. Other supplies 3mm crochet hook 1 button for each cardigan Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing Preemie (newborn, 3 months, 6-12 months, 12-24 months) On WS rows, decs on the left hand side of the pattern piece are worked by p the first st of the row, then working a p2togtbl. Fbr decs on the right hand, p to the last 3 sts, p2tog, pl. Qtxrt ROUND NECK CARDIGAN LEFT FRONT Using smaller needles, cast on 23 (27, 31, 35, 37) sts and work 4 rows in St st. Next Row (Picot Row): *K2tog, yo, rep from * to last st, Kl. Beg with WS row, work 4 rows of St st. throughout, cont until left front measures 10 (11,14,17,20) cm from picot row, ending with a WS row. ** Shape armhole Next Row: Cast off 3 sts, knit to end. 20 (24, 27, 31,34) sts Next Row: Purl. Work 2 (2,2, 4, 4) rows dec 1 st at armhole edge in every row. 18 (22,25, 27, 30) sts Work 5 (7, 5, 7, 7) rows dec 1 st at armhole edge in next and every foil alt row. 15 (18, 22,23,26) sts Work 6 (4,8,8,12) rows without shaping. Shape neck Next Row: Cast off 3 (3, 3, 4, 5) sts, purl to end. 12 (15,19,19,21) sts Work 2 (2,2,2, 4) rows dec 1 st at neck edge in every row. 10 (13,17,17,17) sts Work 7 (11,13,13,11) rows dec 1 st at neck edge in next and every foil alt row. 6 (7,10,10,11) sts Work 3 rows without shaping. Cast off rem 6 (7,10,10,11) sts. RIGHT FRONT Work as given for left front until **. Next Row: Knit. Shape armhole Next Row: Cast off 3 sts, purl to end. 20 (24,27, 31, 34) sts Work 2 (2,2, 4, 4) rows dec 1 st at armhole edge in every row. 18 (22,25,27, 30) sts Work 5 (7, 5, 7, 7) rows dec 1 st at armhole edge in next and every foil alt row. 15 (18,22,23,26) sts Work 5 (3, 7, 7,11) rows without shaping. Shape neck Next Row: Cast off 3 (3, 3, 4, 5) sts, knit 3M & 6-12M ONLY Next Row:P-(-, 15,17,-), p2tog, p to end. - (-, 30, 34, -) sts ALL OTHER SIZES: Next Row: Purl to end. 23 (27, -, -, 37) sts ALL SIZES: Change to smaller needles and working in St st 40 www.craftworld.com
Out amt ^(bcjutM^ to end. 12 (15,19,19,21) sts Next Row: Purl. Work 2 (2,2, 2,4) rows dec 1 st at neck edge in every row. 10 (13,17,17,17) sts Work 7 (11,13,13,11) rows dec 1 st at neck edge in next and every foil alt row. 6 (7,10,10,11) sts Work 3 rows without shaping. Cast off. BACK Using smaller needles cast off 51 (59, 65, 73, 79) sts and work 4 rows in St st. Next Row (Picot Row): *K2tog, yo, rep from * to last st, Kl. Beg with WS row, work 4 rows of St st. Next Row: P25 (29, 32, 36, 39), p2tog, p to end. 50 (58, 64, 72, 78) sts Change to smaller needles and working in St st throughout, cont until Back measures 10 (11,14,17,20) cm from picot row, ending with a WS row. Shape armholes Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows. 44 (52, 58, 66, 72) sts Work 2 (2,2, 4, 4) rows dec 1 st at each end of every row. 40 (48, 54, 58, 64) sts Work 5 (7, 5, 7, 7) rows dec 1 st at each end of next and every foil alt row. 34 (40, 48, 50, 56) sts Work 19 (21,27, 27, 31) rows without shaping. Cast off. SLEEVES Both alike Using smaller needles cast on 35 (35, 39, 39, 43) sts and work 4 rows in St st. Next Row (Picot Row): *K2tog, yo, rep from * to last st, kl. Beg on WS, work 4 rows of of St st. Next Row: P17 (17,19,19, 21), p2tog, p to end. 34 (34, 38, 38, 42) sts Change to smaller needles and working in St st throughout, work 19 (35, 42, 47, 61) rows with inc rows on the 7th and every foil 6th (7th, 7th, 5th, 6th) row as follows: Increase Row (RS): Kl, ml, к to last st, ml, kl. Increase Row (WS): Pl, ml, p to last st, ml, pl. 40 (44, 50, 56, 62) sts Cont without shaping until sleeve measures 8 (12,15,17, 20) cm from picot row, ending with a WS row. Shape sleeve top Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows. 34 (38, 44, 50, 56) sts Work 2 (2,2, 4,4) rows dec 1 st at each end of every row. 30 (34, 40, 42, 48) sts Work 6 (8,6,8,8) rows dec 1 st at each end of next and every foil alt row. 24 (26, 34, 34,40) sts Cast off 4 (3, 2,2,2) sts at beg of next 4 (6,12,12,14) rows. 8 (8,10,10,12) sts Cast off. Neckband Join shoulder seams. With RS facing, using smaller needles, pick up and knit 13 (15,16,17,17) sts evenly along right side of neck, 22 (26, 28, 30, 34) sts evenly from back of neck and 13 (15, 16,17,17) sts along left side of neck. 48 (56, 60, 64, 68) sts Next Row: Knit. Proceed as follows: Row 1: Pl, *k2, p2, rep from * to last 3 sts, k2, pl. Row 2: Kl, *p2, k2, rep from * to last 3 sts, p2, kl. Rep 1st and 2nd rows twice. Cast off in rib. Right Front Border With RS facing, using smaller needles commencing at picot row pick up and knit 44 (48, 60, 72,84) sts evenly along right front and 6sts evenly along neckband. 50 (54, 66, 78, 90) sts Next Row: Knit. Commencing with 1st row of 2x2 rib work 2 rows. Next Row: Rib to last 5 sts, cast off 2 sts, rib 2. Next Row: Rib 3, cast on 2 sts, rib to end. Work 2 rows more in rib. Cast off in rib. Left Front Border With RS facing, using smaller needles pick up and knit 6 sts evenly along neckband and 44 (48,60, 72,84) sts evenly along left front to picot row. 50 (54, 66, 78, 90) sts Next Row: Knit. Commencing with 1st row of 2x2 rib work 6 rows. Cast off. Making up Fold Sleeves in half lengthways, then placing folds to shoulder seams sew Sleeves in position. Join side and sleeve seams. Fold first 5 rows of Front, Back and Sleeves in half onto WS and whipstitch loosely in position. Sew on flowers and button as in photograph. See ball band for pressing and care instructions. V-NECK CARDIGAN LEFT FRONT Work as given for left front of Round Neck Cardigan until ** is reached. Shape armhole & front Next Row: Cast off 3sts, knit to last 2sts, K2tog. 19 (23, 26, 30, 33) sts Next Row: Purl. Work 2 (2,2, 4, 4) rows dec 1 st at armhole edge in every row AT THE SAME TIME dec 1 st at front edge in next and foil www.craftworld.com 41
- (-, 2nd, 2nd) row. 16 (20,23,24,27) sts Work 5 (7, 5, 7, 7) rows dec 1 st at armhole edge in next and every foil alt row AT THE SAME TIME dec 1 st at front edge in next and every foil alt row. 10 (12,17,16,19) sts Work 2 (4,6, 2,6) rows dec 1 st at front edge only in every foil 2nd row. 9(10,14,15,16) sts Work 12 (12,16, 20,20) rows dec 1 st at front edge in every foil 4th row. 6 (7,10,10,11) sts Work 5 rows without shaping. Cast off. RIGHT FRONT Work as given for left front of Round Neck Cardigan until ** is reached. Shape front Next Row: K2tog, knit to end. 22 (26,29,33,36; sts Shape armhole Next Row: Cast off 3sts, purl to end. 19(23,26, 30,33) sts Work 2 (2,2, 4, 4) rows dec 1 st at front edge in next and foil - (-, -, 2nd, 2nd) row AT THE SAME TIME dec 1 st at armhole edge in every row. 16 (20,23,24,27) sts Work 5 (7, 5, 7, 7) rows dec 1 st at front edge in next and every foil alt row AT THE SAME TIME dec 1 st at armhole edge in next and every foil alt row. 10 (12,17,16,19) sts Work 2 (4,6, 2, 6) rows dec 1 st at front edge only in every foil 2nd row. 9(10,14,15,16) sts Work 12 (12,16, 20, 20) rows dec 1 st at front edge in every foil 4th row. 6 (7,10,10,11) sts Work 5 rows without shaping. Cast off. BACK Work as given for back of Round Neck Cardigan. SLEEVES Both alike Work as given for Sleeves of Round Neck Cardigan. Border Join shoulder seams. With RS facing, using smaller needles and commencing at picot row pick up and knit 31 (34,43, 53, 64) sts evenly along right front to first dec, 25 (28, 32, 35, 38) sts evenly along shaped edge, 22 (26, 28, 30, 34) sts evenly from back of neck, 25 (28, 32, 35, 38) sts evenly along shaped edge and 31 (34, 43, 53,64) sts along left front to picot row. 134 (150,178,206,238) sts Next Row: Knit. Commencing with 1st row of 2x2 rib work 2 rows. Next Row: Rib 27 (30,39, 49, 60), cast off 2 sts, rib to end. Next Row: Rib to last 27 (30, 39, 49,60) sts, cast on 2 sts, rib to end. Work 2 rows more in rib. Cast off in rib. Making up Work as given for Round Neck Cardigan. HAT Using smaller needles and thumb or backwards loop method, cast on 89 (95, 101,107,115) sts and work 4 rows in St st. Next Row (Picot Row): *K2tog, yo, rep from * to last st, Kl. Change to larger needles and cont until Hat measures 11 (12,13,14,15) cm. Commencing with WS, work 4 rows of St st. Next Row: Purl. Cont in St st until Hat measures 11 (12, 13,14,15) cm from picot row, ending with a RS row. SIZES PREEMIE, NEWBORN, 3M & 6-12M ONLY: Pl, pfb, p43 (46, 49, 51, -), pfb, p to end. 91 (97,103,109, -) sts 12-24M ONLY: Purl. - (-, -, -, 115) sts Shape crown Row 1: Kl, [k2tog, k4] 15 (16,17,18, 19) times. 76 (81, 86, 91, 96) sts Row 2 & every alt row: Purl. Row 3: Kl, [k2tog, k3] 15 (16,17,18, 19) times. 61 (65, 69, 73, 77) sts Row 5: Kl, [k2tog, k2] 15 (16,17,18, 19) times. 46 (49, 52, 55, 58) sts Row 7: Kl, [k2tog, kl] 15 (16,17,18, 19) times. 31 (33, 35, 37, 39) sts Row 9: Kl, [k2tog] 15 (16,17,18,19) times. 16 (17,18,19,20) sts Row 10: [P2tog] 8 (8,9,9,10) times, P- (1,-, 1,-). 8 (9, 9,10,10) sts Break off yam. Thread yarn through rem sts and fasten off. Making up Join back seam. Fold first 4 rows of St st onto WS and whipstitch loosely in position. Sew on flowers. See ball band for pressing and care instructions. И Illi Bl 8 (12, 15, 17, 20) cm 31 (34, 36, 38, 41)cm 8J12, IS, 17, 20) cm 31 (36, 41, 46, 51) cm 42 www.craftworld.com
MEG A YARN PACK Y‘B ISSUE И NEW! /our infri CROCHET» Elii KNITTING OUT NOW! INLCUDES / Six GaIIs of yarn INSIPE- — • . EAty-hut |roj, too/ PATTERNS to create & ^i|+/ they 'll love / (rochet hook camper van exclusive db Crochet these cuties tonight.1 _raoiCAT j Timeless designs I Year-round ddcor AWESOME PROJECTS Ml INSIDE! *Digi edition via CraftWorld 4___ TOAD-ALLY Order your copy today at www.craftstash.co.uk "•jUe.e с*осне* . KNITTING 4 Craft Stash V EVERYTHING PAPERCRAFT ALL your favourite craft magazines and more! 53ЯЯ9 Й
-«Illi 10cm 31 sts 4-ply over Newborn rib - 2 years Designed by Helen Metcalfe Yarn used Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk 4-ply 3(3, 4, 5, 5) balls in Molly 407 About the yarn 4-ply; 170m per 50g ball; 75% extra fine Merino wool, 20% silk, 5% cashmere Tension 31 sts x 39 rows = 10cm measured over rib pattern on larger needles Needles used 2.75mm circular, at least 60cm 3mm circular, at least 60cm Other supplies stitch holder cable needle tapestry needle 5 x 16mm buttons Abbreviations C4B: slip next 2 sts to CN and hold at back of work, k2 from LH needle, then k2 from CN. C4F: slip next 2 sts to CN and hold in front of work, k2 from LH needle, then k2 from CN. T4B: slip next 2 sts to CN and hold at back of work, k2 from LH needle, then p2 from CN. T4F: slip next 2 sts to CN and hold in front of work, p2 from LH needle, then k2 from CN. p2togtbl: purl 2 sts together through the back loop. See page 67 for all other abbreviations Sizing 03 (3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24) months Yhic&^orb CARDIGAN This pattern, knitted in a beautifully soft yarn, is a treat for cable lovers The body of this cardigan is constructed in one piece from the bottom up until the armholes, then the two front pieces and back are worked separately. It features set-in sleeves which are knitted flat, the front trim is picked up and knitted once the main body is complete. The cable pattern at centre stage is a simple, easy- to-memorise repeat. Body Cable Panel Front panel is worked over 24 sts, working repeat section twice. Back panel is worked over 56 sts, working repeat section 6 times. Row 1 (RS): P2, *k4, p4; rep from * to last 6 sts, k4, p2. Row 2: K2, *p4, k4; rep from * to last 6 sts, p4, k2. Row 3: P2, *C4B, p4; rep from * to last 6 sts, C4B, p2. Row 4: As Row 2. Rows 5-8: Rep the last 4 rows once more. Row 9: *T4B, T4F; rep from * to end. Row 10: P2, *k4, p4; rep from * to last 6 sts, k4, p2. Row 11: K2, *p4, C4F; rep from * to last 6 sts, p4, k2. Row 12: As Row 10. Row 13: *T4F, T4B, rep from * to end. Rows 14-15: As rows 2-3. Row 16: As Row 2. Decrease Cable Panel Row 1 (RS): P2, k4, p2, p2togtbl, k4, p2tog, p2, k4, p2. 22 sts Row 2: K2, [p4, k3] twice, p4, k2. Row 3: P2, C4B, pl, p2togtbl, C4B, p2tog, pl, C4B, p2. 20 sts Row 4: [K2, p4] 3 times, k2. Row 5: P2, k4, p2, ssk, k2tog, p2, k4, p2. 18 sts Row 6: K2, p4, k2, p2, k2, p4, k2. Row 7: P2, C4B, pl, p2togtbl, p2tog, pl, C4B, p2. 16 sts Row 8: K2, p4, k4, p4, k2. Upper Cable Panel Row 1 (RS): C4B, p4, C4B. 12 sts Row 2: P4, k4, p4. Row 3: K4, p4, k4. Row 4: P4, k4, p4. Qtairt fanilfyify... BODY With smaller needle cast on 170 (178, 186,194, 202) sts. Row 1 (RS): *K1, pl; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2. Row 2: P2, *kl, pl; rep from * to end. Rep these two rows until work measures 2cm, ending with a WS row. Change to larger needles. In Row 1 establish cable panel by starting with Row 7 (7,15, 3, 11) of Body Cable Panel pattern from chart or written instructions. Row 1: P3, [kltbl, p2] twice, work Body Cable Panel over next 24 sts, p3 (3, 2, 3, 3), [kltbl, p2] 7 (8,10,11,12) times, p- (1, -, 1), work Body Cable Panel over next 56 sts, p2 (3, 2, 2, 3), [kltbl, p2] 7 (8, 10,11, 12) times, pl (1, -, 1,1) work Body Cable Panel over next 24 sts, p2, [kltbl, p2] twice, pl. Row 2: КЗ, [pl, k2] twice, work Body Cable Panel over next 24 sts, k3 (3, 2, 3, 3), [pl, k2] 7 (8,10, 11, 12) times, к - (1, -, -, 1), work Body Cable Panel over next 56 sts, k2 (3, 2, 2, 3), [pl, k2] 7 (8,10,11,12) times, kl (1, -, 1,1), work Body Cable Panel over next 24 sts, [k2, pl] twice, k3. Rep these last two rows until work measures approximately 10 (14,17, 19.5, 22.5) cm, ending with Row 6 of Body Cable Panel pattern. Right Front Set-Up SIZES 0-3M & 3-6M ONLY: Next Row (RS): P3, [kltbl, p2] twice, 44 www.craftworld.com
Out w\j(t work Body Cable Panel over next 24 sts, p3, kltbl, pl (2, -, -, -), turn, working on these sts only until right front is complete. 38 (39, -, -) sts SIZES 6-12M, 12-18M & 18-24M ONLY: Next Row (RS): P3, [kltbl, p2] twice, work Body Cable Panel over next 24 sts, p- (-, 2, 3, 3), [kltbl, p2] - (-, 1, 2, 2) time(s), p- (-, 2, -, 1), turn, working on these sts only until right front is complete. - (-, 40, 42, 43) sts ALL SIZES: Next Row & all following WS rows unless otherwise stated: Work sts as they appear, к all к sts, p all p sts. Next Row: Work in patt as established by set-up row until 3 sts remain, p2tog, pl. 1 st dec’d Rep these last two rows 2 (3, 3, 3, 3) more times. 35 (35, 36, 38, 39) sts Switch to working Decrease Cable Panel pattern from chart or written instructions, beginning with Row 1. Row 1 (RS): P3, [kltbl, p2] twice, work Decrease Cable Panel over next 24 sts, p2 (2, 3, 3, 3), к - (-, -, 1,1) tbl, p - (-, -, 1, 2). 33 (33, 34, 36, 37) sts Row 2 (WS): К - (-, -, 1, 2), p - (-, -, 1,1), k2 (2, 3, 3, 3), work Decrease Cable Panel over next 22 sts, [k2, pl] twice, k3. Continue in this manner until Decrease Cable Panel has been completed. Front cable panel now consists of 16 sts, return to working Body Cable Panel pattern. 27 (27, 28, 30, 31) sts Right front neck edge shaping Next Row (RS): Pl, p2togtbl, [kltbl, p2] twice, work row 9 of Body Cable Panel, p2 (2, 3, 3, 3), k- (-, -, 1,1) tbl, p- (-, -, 1, 2). 26 (26, 27, 29, 30) sts Next Row: K- (-, -, 1, 2), p- (-, -, 1,1), k2 (2, 3, 3, 3), work row 10 of Body Cable Panel chart, [k2, pl] twice, k2. Maintain pattern and continue to decrease one st at the beg of every RS row until 14 rows of Body Cable Panel have been completed, ending with row 6. 20 (20, 21, 23, 24) sts Switch to working Upper Cable Panel pattern from chart or written instructions, beginning with Row 1. Next Row (RS): Pl, p2togtbl, pl, work Upper Cable Panel, p4 (4, 5, 5, 5), k- (-, -, 1,1) tbl, p- (-, -, 1, 2). 19 (19, 20, 22, 23) sts Next Row: K- (-, -, 1, 2), p- (-, -, 1,1), k4 (4, 5, 5, 5), work Upper Cable Panel, k3. Next Row: Pl, p2togtbl, work Upper www.craftworld.com 45
^^111 HELEN SAYS: “This design is all about a simple cable panel paired with rib to create a heavily textured garment; I love how the cable structure works in multiples of eight, perfect for varying panel sizes” Cable Panel, p4 (4, 5, 5, 5), k- (-, 1, 1) tbl, p- (-, 1, 2). 18 (18,19, 21,22) sts Next Row: K- (-, 1, 2), p- (-, 1,1), k4 (4, 5, 5, 5), work Upper Cable Panel, k2. Next Row: P2, work Upper Cable Panel, p4 (4, 5, 5, 5), k- (-, -, 1,1) tbl, p- (-, 1, 2). Next Row: K- (-, 1, 2), p- (-, 1, 1), k4 (4, 5, 5, 5), work Upper Cable Panel, k2. Rep these last two rows until work measures 21 (25, 29, 32, 35) cm from cast-on, finishing with a WS row. Cast off. BACK With RS facing, rejoin yarn to held 132 (139,146,152,159) body sts. Cast off 4 (6, 8, 8,10) sts purlwise, p2 (2,1, 3, 3) {not including st rem on RH needle from cast-off}, [kltbl, p2] 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) times, p- (1, -, 1), work Body Cable Panel over next 56 sts, p2 (3, 2, 2, 3), [kltbl, p2] 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) times, pl (1, 2, 2), turn. Continue to work on the 86 (88, 90, 94, 96) sts just worked for back, rem 42 (45, 48, 50, 53) sts are on hold for left front. Next Row: КЗ (3, 2, 4, 4), [pl, k2] 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) times, k- (1, 1), work Body Cable Panel over next 56 sts, k2 (3, 2, 2, 3), [pl, k2] 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) times, kl (l,-,2,2). Maintaining pattern, dec 1 st at each edge of next 3 (4, 4, 4, 4) RS rows. 80 (80, 82, 86, 88) sts Continue in patt without shaping until back measures 21 (25, 29, 32, 35) cm from cast-on, ending with a WS row. Maintaining pattern, cast off 18 (18, 19, 21, 22) sts at beg of next 2 rows. Leave rem 44 sts on a stitch holder. Left Front Set-Up Next Row: Cast off 4 (6, 8, 8,10) sts purlwise, p- (1, 1, 2) {not including st rem on RH needle from cast-off}, [kltbl, p2] 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) time(s), pl (1, -, 1,1) work Body Cable Panel over next 24 sts, p2, [kltbl, p2] twice, pl. 38 (39, 40, 42, 43) sts Next Row & all following WS rows unless otherwise stated: Work sts as they appear, к all к sts, p all p. Next Row: Pl, p2tog tbl, work in patt as established for set-up row to end. 37 (38, 39, 41, 42) sts Rep these last two rows 2 (3, 3, 3, 3) more times. 35 (35, 36, 38, 39) sts Switch to working Decrease Cable Panel pattern from chart or written instructions, beg with Row 1. Row 1 (RS): P- (-, -, 1, 2), k- (-, -, 1, 1) tbl, p2 (2, 3, 3, 3), work Decrease Cable Panel over next 24 sts, [p2, kltbl] twice, p3. 33 (33, 34, 36, 37) sts Row 2 (WS): КЗ, [pl, k2] twice, work Decrease Cable Panel over next 22 sts, k2 (2, 3, 3, 3), p- (-, -, 1,1), k-(-,-, 1, 2). Continue in this manner until Decrease Cable Panel has been completed. Front cable panel now consists of 16 sts, return to working Body Cable Panel pattern. 27 (27, 28, 30, 31) sts Left front neck edge shaping Next Row (RS): P- (-, -, 1, 2), k- (-, -, 1,1) tbl, p2 (2, 3, 3, 3), work row 9 of Body Cable Panel, [p2, kltbl] twice, p2tog, pl. 26 (26, 27, 29, 30) sts Next Row: K2, [pl, k2] twice, work row 10 of Body Cable Panel, k2 (2, 3, 3, 3), p- (-, 1, 1), k- (-, -, 1, 2). Maintain pattern and continue to decrease one st at the end of every RS row until 14 rows of Body Cable Panel have been completed, ending with row 6. 20 (20, 21, 23, 24) sts Switch to working Upper Cable Panel pattern from chart or written instructions, beg with Row 1. Next Row (RS): P- (-, -, 1, 2), k- (-, -, 1,1) tbl, p4 (4, 5, 5, 5), work Upper Cable Panel, pl, p2tog, pl. 19 (19, 20,22, 23) sts Next Row: КЗ, work Upper Cable Panel, k4 (4, 5, 5, 5), p- (-, -, 1,1), k- (-, -, 1, 2). Next Row (RS): P- (-, -, 1,2), k- (-, -, 1,1) tbl, p4 (4, 5, 5, 5), work Upper Cable Panel, p2tog, pl. 18 (18,19,21,22) sts Next Row: K2, work Upper Cable Panel, k4 46 www.craftworld .com
О(лЪ wut (4, 5, 5, 5), p-(-,1, l),k-(-,-, 1, 2). Next Row (RS): P- (-, 1, 2), k- (-, 1,1) tbl, p4 (4, 5, 5, 5), work Upper Cable Panel, p2. Next Row: K2, work Upper Cable Panel, k4 (4,5, 5, 5), p-(-, -, 1, 1), k-(-,-, 1,2). Rep these last two rows until work measures 21 (25, 29, 32, 35) cm from cast-on, ending with a WS row. Cast off. SLEEVES Work both the same With smaller needles cast on 52 (52, 58,61, 61) sts. Row 1 (RS): *K1, pl; rep from * to last - (-, 1,1) st, k- (-, -, 1,1). Row 2: P- (-, -, 1,1), *kl, pl; rep from * to end. Rep these two rows until work measures 2cm. Change to larger needles. Row 1: P3, *kltbl, p2; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 2 & all other WS rows unless otherwise stated: Work sts as they appear, к all к sts, p all p sts. SIZES 0-3M & 12-18M ONLY: Row 3 (RS, Inc): P2, ml, pl, *kltbl, p2; rep from * to last 4sts, kl tbl, pl, ml, p2. 54 (-, -, 63, -) sts Maintaining patt, increase 1 st at each end of every following 6th (-, -, 8th, -) RS row, incorporating new sts into patt until there are 70 (-, -, 79, -) sts. Work 1 (-, -, 5, -) row(s) without shaping, ending with a WS row. SIZES 3-6M & 18-24M ONLY: Row 3: P3, *kltbl, p2; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 4: Work even. Row 5: P2, ml, pl, *kltbl, p2; rep from * to last 4sts, kl tbl, pl, ml, p2. - (54, 63) sts Maintaining patt, increase 1 st at each end of every following - (6th, -, - 8th) RS row, incorporating new sts into patt until there are - (70, -, -, 79) sts. Work - (3, -, -, 7) rows without shaping, ending with a WS row. SIZE 6-12M ONLY: Row 3: P3, *kltbl, p2; rep from * to last st, pl. Row 4: Work even. Row 5: P2, ml, pl, *kltbl, p2; rep from * to last 4sts, kl tbl, pl, ml, p2. - (-, 60, -f -) sts Maintaining rib patt, alternate between increasing 1 st each end of every following 6th then 8th RS row, incorporating new sts into patt until there are - (-, 76, -, -) sts. Work 5 rows without shaping, ending with a WS row. ALL SIZES: Cast off 2 (3, 4, 4, 5) sts at the beg of the next 2 rows. 66 (64, 68, 71, 69) sts Cap shaping Maintaining rib patt, decrease 1 st at each end of every RS row. AT THE SAME TIME, starting with Row 2 (6,2, 4,6) decrease 1 st at each end of every 2nd (2nd, 3rd, 3rd, 3rd) WS row. i 24 (24, 26, 28,28) rows have been worked, 30 (30, 32, 33, 33) sts § Cast off 4 sts at the beg of the next 4 rows. S Cast off rem 14 (14,16,17,17) sts. Join shoulder seams in preparation « for knitting Front Trim. Front Trim With RS facing, using smaller needle and starting at bottom edge of right front, evenly pu and k61 (72, 85, 93, 101) sts up right front edge, knit 44 sts from stitch holder, pu and k61 (72, 85, 93,101) sts down left front edge. 166 (188, 214, 230, 246) sts Starting with a WS row work 6 rows in 1x1 rib. Next Row (WS): Work 6 sts in rib, turn, work across these 6 sts in rib again, then once more. * Break yarn and rejoin to sts on LH needle. Work 10 (11,12,13,14) sts in rib, turn, work across these sts in rib again, then once more; rep from * 3 more times. 5 buttonholes made Break yarn and rejoin to sts on LH needle, work in rib to end, then rib across these sts twice more. Work a further 5 full rows in lxl rib. Cast off in rib. Making up Weave in ends. Join Sleeves to Body and sew Sleeve seams. Sew buttons to buttonband corresponding with buttonholes. Block to measurements given in schematic. Ъ 51 (53.5, 56, 58.5, 61) cm Body cable panel Decrease cable panel RS: knit WS: purl X p2togtbl [/ P2tog 4 2 Upper Cable Panel 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 3 1 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 RS: purl WS: knit no stitch [Z | repeat www.craftworld.com 47
200- over Newborn 500g St st - 7 yrs DK Designed by Sirdar Design Team Yarn used Sirdar Snuggly DK 2 (2, 3, 3,4, 5) balls in Pumpkin Patch 458 About the yarn DK; 165m per 100g ball; 55% Nylon, 45% acrylic Tension 22 sts and 28 rows = 10cm over St st 22 sts and 36 rows = 10cm over Marmalade patt Needles used 4mm straight 3.25mm straight Other supplies stitch holder Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing 0-6 months (6-12 months, 1-2 years, 2-3 years, 4-5 years, 6-7 years) designed to fit with 4 (4, 4, 3, 4, 6) cm ease 24 (28, 32, 36, 40, 46) cm YhcuryncwJb JUMPER This delicious unisex pullover is sized to fit between newborn and seven years This round-neck raglan jumper is knitted in flat pieces and then partially seamed. The neckband is picked up and knitted flat before the final back shoulder seam is joined. Marmalade Stitch Using larger needles, cast on a multiple of 6. Row 1: *P3, k3, rep from * to end. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: *K3, p3, rep from * to end. Row 4: Purl. Back using smaller needles cast on 58 (66, 70, 78, 86, 90) sts. Row 1: * K2, p2, rep from * to last 2 sts, k2. Row 2: P2, * k2, p2, rep from * to end. These 2 rows will now be referred to as 2x2 rib. Work 5 (5, 5, 7, 7, 7) rows more in 2x2 rib. Next Row: P4 (2, 6, 2, 7, 4), p2tog, [p4 (4, 5, 4, 3, 6), p2tog] 8 (10, 8, 12, 14,10) times, p4 (2, 6, 2, 7, 4). 49 (55, 61, 65, 71, 79) sts Change to larger needles and proceed as follows: Row 1: P2 (0, 2, 0,1, 0), k3 (2, 3, 1, 3, 2), * p3, k3, rep from * to last 2 (5, 2, 4, 1, 5) sts, p2 (3, 2, 3,1, 3), kO (2, 0, 1,0,2). Row 2: Purl. Row 3: K2 (0, 2, 0,1, 0), p3 (2, 3, 1, 3, 2), * кЗ, p3, rep from * to last 2 (5, 2, 4,1, 5) sts, k2 (3, 2, 3, 1, 3), pO (2, 0, 1,0,2). Row 4: Purl. These four rows set Marmalade patt. Cont in patt until back measures 8 (10, 12,14,17,21) cm, ending with a WS row. Change to smaller needles. Next Row: Knit. This row will now be referred to as G st. Work 3 rows more in G st. Change to larger needles. Row 1: Knit. Row 2: Purl. These 2 rows will now be referred to as St st. Working in St st (throughout) cont until back measures 12 (15, 18, 21, 24, 29) cm ending with a WS row. *** Shape raglan Cast off 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5) sts at beg of next 2 rows. 43 (49, 55, 57, 63, 69) sts 6-7Y ONLY: Row 1: Kl, si, kl, psso (raglan edge), knit to last 3 sts, k2tog (neck edge), kl. 67 sts Row 2: Pl, p2tog, purl to last 3 sts, p2togtbl, pl. 65 sts Rep 1st and 2nd rows once. 61 sts ALL SIZES: Row 1: Kl, si, kl, psso, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, kl. 41 (47, 53, 55, 61, 59) sts Row 2: Purl. 1st and 2nd rows set raglan shapings. ** Work 24 (28, 30, 32, 36, 34) rows dec 1 st at each end as before in next and every foil alt row. 17 (19, 23, 23, 25, 25) sts **** Leave rem 17 (19, 23, 23, 25, 25) sts on stitch holder. FRONT Work as given for Back to **. Work 14 (18,20,20, 24,22) rows dec 1 st at each end as before in next and every foil alt row. 27 (29, 33, 35, 37, 37) sts Shape neck Next Row: Kl, si, kl, psso, k8 (8, 8, 10,10, 10), turn, slip rem 16 (18, 22, 48 www.craftworld.com
Top tip! Always finish your row before putting down your knitting - your St st will be much smoother Make it your way Choose your colours from the gorgeous selection of Sirdar Snuggly DK at www.sirdar.com 22, 24, 24) sts onto a stitch holder. 10 (10,10,12,12,12) sts Next Row: P2tog (neck edge), purl to end. 9 (9, 9, 11,11,11) sts Next Row: Kl, si, kl, psso, knit to last 2 sts, k2tog. 7 (7, 7, 9, 9, 9) sts Next Row: Purl. Work 4 (4, 4, 6, 6, 6) rows dec 1 st at each end as before in next and every foil alt row. 3 sts Next Row: Kl, si, kl, psso. 2 sts Next Row: P2tog. Cast off. With RS facing, working on rem 16 (18, 22, 22, 24, 24) sts, slip next 5 (7,11, 9, 11,11) sts onto a stitch holder, rejoin yarn to rem 11 (11,11,13,13,13) sts and knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, kl. 10 (10, 10,12,12,12) sts Next Row: Purl to last 2 sts, p2tog (neck edge). 9 (9, 9,11,11, 11) sts Next Row: K2tog, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, kl. 7 (7, 7, 9, 9, 9) sts Next Row: Purl. Work 4 (4, 4, 6, 6, 6) rows dec 1 st at each end as before in next and every foil alt row. 3 sts Next Row: K2tog, kl. 2 sts Next Row: P2tog. Cast off. Sleeves Both alike Using smaller needles cast on 38 (38, 42, 42, 46, 50) sts. Work 7 (7, 7, 9, 9, 9) rows in 2x2 rib. Next Row: P3 (3, 4, 4, 2, 4), p2tog, [p3 (3, 2, 2, 3, 2) p2tog] 6 (6, 8, 8, 8, 10) times, p3 (3, 4, 4, 2, 4). 31 (31, 33, 33, 37, 39) sts Change to larger needles and proceed as follows: Row 1: K2 (2, 3, 3, 0, 0), p3 (3, 3, 3, 2, 3), * кЗ, p3, rep from * to last 2 (2, 3, 3, 5, 0) sts, k2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 0), pO (0, 0, 0, 2, 0). Row 2: Purl. Row 3: P2 (2, 3, 3, 0, 0), k3 (3, 3, 3, 2, 3), * p3, k3, rep from * to last 2 (2, 3, 3, 5, 0) sts, p2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 0), kO (0, 0, 0, 2, 0). Row 4: Purl. From 1st to 4th row sets patt. www.craftworld.com 49
Work 2 (О, 0,2,6, 6) rows more in patt. Keeping continuity of patt as set inc 1 st at each end of next and every foil 6th (6th, 6th, 6th, 10th, 10th) row to 35 (43, 47, 37, 51, 55) sts, working inc sts in patt. 0-6M & 2-3Y ONLY: Inc 1 st at each end of every foil 8th row to 39 (45) sts, working inc sts in patt. ALL SIZES: Work 2 (0, 2, 0, 2, 0) rows in patt without shaping. Change to smaller needles. Work 4 rows in G st without shaping. Change to larger needles. Working in st-st (throughout) proceed as follows: Inc 1 st at each end of 1st (3rd, 3rd, 5th, 5th, 9th) row. 41 (45, 49, 49, 53, 57) sts Cont without shaping until sleeve measures 15 (17, 20, 24, 29, 33) cm, ending with a WS row. Shape raglan Cast off 3 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5) sts at beg of next 2 rows. 35 (39, 43, 41, 45, 47) sts Row 1: Kl, si, kl, psso, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, kl. 33 (37, 41, 39, 43, 45) sts Row 2: Purl. Row 3: Knit. Row 4: Purl. From 1st to 4th row sets raglan shapings. Work 0 (0, 0, 8, 8, 8) rows dec 1 st at each end of next and every foil 0 (0, 0, 4th, 4th, 4th) row as before. 33 (37, 41, 35, 39, 41) sts Row 1: Kl, si, kl, psso, knit to last 3 sts, k2tog, kl. 31 (35, 39, 33, 37, 39) sts Row 2: Purl. 1st and 2nd rows set raglan shapings. Work 20 (24, 26, 20, 24, 26) rows dec 1 st at each end of next and every foil alt row as before. 11 (11,13,13,13, 13) sts Cast off rem 11 (11,13,13,13, 13) sts. Neckband Join raglan seams, leaving left back raglan open. With RS facing and using smaller needles, pick up and knit 11 (11, 13, 13, 13, 13) sts across top of left sleeve, 9 (9, 9, 11, 12, 12) sts down left side of neck, 5 (7,11, 9,11,11) sts left on a stitch holder at front of neck, 9 (9, 9, 11, 12, 12) sts up right side of neck, 11 (11,13,13,13,13) sts across top of right sleeve and work across 17 (19, 23, 23, 25, 25) sts left on a stitch holder at back of neck as follows: K17 (19, 23, 6, 25, 25), [k2tog, k6] 0 (0, 0, 2, 0, 0) times, kO (0, 0, 7, 0, 0). 62 (66, 78, 78, 86, 86) sts Starting with 2nd row of 2x2 rib work 5 rows in rib. Cast off. Making up: Join left back raglan and neckband seams. Join side and sleeve seams. Pin out garment to the measurement given. Cover with damp cloths and leave until dry. See ball band for washing and further care instructions, н 50 www.craftworld .com
Sit a selection of these gorgeous characters on the nursery bookshelf to add some cheer to baby’s room Toys may not be suitable for babies and very young children, so you might prefer to leave the following patterns until they are a little older. Stuffing must have the appropriate labelling, and consider any safety issues with detachable ribbons, buttons, eyes, etc. If in doubt, leave them out. Never leave children unattended with toys.
Designed by Sachiyo Ishii Yarn used Anchor tapestry wool 2 skeins each in Beige 9442 (A) and Brown 8098 (B), 1 skein in Yellow 8020 (C) Rowan Felted Tweed DK, 10g in Watery (D) Small amounts of red, yellow & dark brown DK Small amount of white fleecy chunky yarn (Sirdar Snowflake chunky, white) About the yarn Anchor Tapestry Wool: DK; 10m per 5g skein; 100% wool Tension 26 sts x 38 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 2.75mm straight Other supplies Chenille needle or tapestry needle with fairly sharp point & a large eye 3mm crochet hook toy stuffing Sizing 16cm tall Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Make it your way Choose your gnome’s jumper colour from the gorgeous selection of Rowan Felted Tweed DK at www.rowan.com GNO This little guy hides a fun secret - you can pop your fingers into his legs and make him walk! This pattern is knitted flat and seamed. There is some fiddly sewing-up but other than that, the stitches are simple enough for even beginners to try. Start Body & Head Using A, cast on 9 sts. Row 1 (WS): Purl. Row 2: [Kfb] 9 times. 18 sts Row 3: Purl. Row 4: [Kl, kfb] 9 times. 27 sts Rows 5-21: Starting with a p row, work 17 rows in St st. Row 22 (shape neck): [Kl, k2tog] 9 times. 18 sts Row 23: Purl. Row 24: K5, [kfb] 8 times, k5. 26 sts Rows 25-29: Starting with a p row, work 5 rows in St st. Row 30 (shape eyeline): K5, [k2tog, kl] 5 times, k6. 21 sts Rows 31-36: Starting with a p row, work 6 rows in St st. Row 37: [P2, p2tog] to last st, pl. 16 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Legs Work both the same Worked from the waist to the foot. With B, cast on 20 sts. Starting with a к row, work 25 rows in St st. Next Row: [P2, p2tog] 5 times. 15 sts Next Row: Knit. Cast off. Boots Work both the same With C, cast on 10 sts. Row 1(WS): Purl. Row 2: [Kfb] 10 times. 20 sts Row 3 (WS, edge): Knit. Rows 4-7: Starting with a к row work 4 rows in St st. Row 8: K5, cast off next 10 sts, к to end. 10 sts Row 9: Working across all sts, pl, [pfb] 8 times, pl. 18 sts Rows 10-13: Starting with a к row, work 4 rows in St st. Cast off. Hands Work both the same With A, cast on 10 sts. Starting with a p row, work 5 rows in St st. Next Row: [K2tog] 5 times. 5 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Jumper Worked from the front to back, knitted in one piece. With D, cast on 24 sts. Rows 1 & 2: Knit. Rows 3-11: Starting with a к row, work 9 rows in St st. Row 12: [P6, p2tog] 3 times. 21 sts Rows 13-26: Starting with a К row, work 14 rows in St st. Row 27 (neck opening): K5, cast off next 11 sts, к to end. 10 sts Row 28: P5, cast on 11 sts, p to end. 21 sts Rows 29-42: Starting with a к row, work 14 rows in St st. Row 43: [K6, kfb] 3 times. 24 sts Row 44 (opening for fingers): P5, cast off next 14 sts, p to end. 10 sts Row 45: K5, cast on 14 sts, к to end. 24 sts Rows 46-53: Starting with a p row, work 8 rows in St st. Rows 54-55: Knit. Cast off k-wise. With RS facing, pu and kl8 sts from the shoulder edge. Starting with a p row, work 6 rows in St st. Next Row: P2tog, p to last 2 sts, p2tog. 16 sts Next 3 rows: Knit. Cast off k-wise. Beard With white fleecy chunky yarn, cast 52 www.craftworld.com
on 12 sts. Row 1: Knit. Row 2: Ssk, к to last 2 sts, k2tog. 2 sts deed Rep Row 2 four more times. 2 sts Next Row: K2tog and fasten off. Hat With red, cast on 28 sts. Rows 1-9: Starting with a p row, work 9 rows in St st. Row 10: [K4, k2tog] 4 times, k4. 24 sts Rows 11-13: Starting with a p row, work 3 rows in St st. Row 14: [K2, k2tog] 6 times. 18 sts Rows 15-17: Starting with a p row, work 3 rows in St st. Row 18: [Kl, k2tog] 6 times. 12 sts Rows 19-21: Starting with a p row, work 3 rows in St st. Row 22: [K2tog] 6 times. 6 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Belt With dark brown, cast on 4 sts. Knit 45 rows. Cast off. Buckle Work both the same With В and crochet hook, make 5 chains. Fasten off. Sew each trouser leg seam. Connect both trouser legs at the top for about 1cm with the seam on inner side of the leg. For the Boots, work a gathering thread with cast-on end along the cast-on edge and draw tightly. Sew the rest of the sole and side seam of the Boot. Stuff front and close the opening of the top of the foot with over- cast stitches. Pierce from the top to base a couple of times and gently pull to flatten the sole. Insert the trouser leg and secure boot with a few stitches. Sew the body seam and stuff, avoiding the neck area. Stuff Body lightly. Work a gathering thread along the neck and draw tightly. With the same yarn, work a gathering thread around the eyeline if desired. Attach Legs halfway along the back of the Body. Seam the Jumper, insert hand in sleeve and secure with stitches. Attach Jumper to the gnome’s neck. Attach Belt on the edge of the opening and secure it to the front of the Body with a few stitches. Attach Buckle. Seam Hat, roll 1cm of the edge and attach it to Head. Attach Beard. To create a nose, make a French knot with A. With dark brown, French-knot eyes.
54 www.craftworld.com
200g over One DK St st size Designed by Cilla Webb Yarn used Stylecraft Special DK 80g Mocha 1064 (MC) 40g Turquoise 1068 (CC1) 20g Shrimp 1132 (CC2) 60g White 1001 (CC3) About the yarn DK; 295m per 100g ball; 100% acrylic Tension 28 rows x 21 sts = 10cm measured over St st BUNNY This bunny is quick and easy to knit, and little ones will have fun dressing her up in her sailor outfit Needles 3.5mm straight Other supplies tapestry needle toy stuffing 2 safety eyes (optional) white, black & brown embroidery thread for facial features crochet hook 1 small button (optional) 2 stitch markers 1 removable stitch marker pompom maker or cardboard circles Abbreviations Pfb: Purl in the front and back of the stitch. 1 st inc’d See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing Approximately 35cm tall This nautical bunny loves nothing more than to take trips out to sea! With her snazzy little sailor’s dress and a bobble beret, she is ready for her next seaside adventure. The bunny is worked flat in pieces that are then seamed together. The detail of the facial features is added using embroidery. The pieces are stuffed and joined together as you go along. Start BUNNY Legs Make 2 the same With MC, cast on 22 sts. Row 1 & all WS rows: Purl. Row 2: Kl, [kfb] 20 times, kl. 42 sts Rows 3-17: Starting with a p row, work 15 rows in St st. Row 18: K7, [k2tog] 14 times, k7. 28 sts Row 20: K7, [k2tog] 7 times, k7. 21 sts Rows 21-49: Work 29 rows in St st. Row 50: K4, [k2tog] twice, k5, [k2tog] twice, k4. 17 sts Cast off loosely. Making up: Starting at cast-on edge, sew up the bottom of the foot and cont along the back seam. Stuff the leg. Arms Make 2 the same With MC, cast on 8 sts for top of arm. Row 1 (RS): Kfb, к to end. 1 st inc’d Row 2: Pfb, p to end. 1 st inc’d Rows 3-4: Rep rows 1-2. 12 sts Row 5: Cast on 2 sts, к to end. 14 sts Row 6: Cast on 2 sts, p to end. 16 sts Rows 7-16: Work 10 rows in St st. Row 17: [Kl, kfb, k2] 4 times. 20 sts Rows 18-42: Work 25 rows in St st. Row 43: [Kl, k2tog, kl] 5 times. 15 sts Row 44: Purl. Row 45: [K2tog, kl] 5 times. 10 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Making up: Sew along the side seam. Stuff the arm. Body With MC, cast on 16 sts. Rows 1-2: Starting with a к row, work 2 rows in St st. Row 3 (RS): Kl, [kfb] 14 times, kl. 30 sts Rows 4-8: Work 5 rows in St st. Row 9: Kl, [kfb] 28 times, kl. 58 sts Rows 10-36: Work 27 rows in St st. Row 37: Kl, [k2tog] 28 times, kl. 30 sts Rows 38-42: Work 5 rows in St st. Row 43: Kl, [k2tog] 14 times, kl. 16 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Making up: Sew along the side seam and stuff. Attach the Arms and Legs to the Body. With CC3, make pompom for tail and attach to bottom of back. Head With MC, cast on 17 sts for front of Head. Rows 1-2: Starting with a к row, work 2 rows in St st. Row 3 (RS): [Kl, kfb] 8 times, kl. 25 sts Rows 4-6: Work 3 rows in St st. Row 7: [Kl, kfb, kl] 8 times, kl. 33 sts Rows 8-10: Work 3 rows in St st. Row 11: [K2, kfb, kl] 8 times, kl. 41 sts Rows 12-14: Work 3 rows in St st. Row 15: [K2, kfb, k2] 8 times, kl. 49 sts Rows 16-18: Work 3 rows in St st. Row 19: [КЗ, kfb, k2] 8 times, kl. 57 sts Rows 20-22: Work 3 rows in St st. Row 23: [КЗ, kfb, k3] 8 times, kl. 65 sts Rows 24-42: Work 19 rows in St st. Row 43: [КЗ, k2tog, k3] 8 times, kl. 57 sts Row 44 & foil WS rows: Purl. Row 45: [K2, k2tog, k3] 8 times, kl. 49 sts Row 47: [K2, k2tog, k2] 8 times, kl. 41 sts Row 49: [Kl, k2tog, k2] 8 times, kl. 33 sts Row 51: [Kl, k2tog, kl] 8 times, kl. 25 sts www.craftworld.com 55
Row 53: [K2tog, kl] 8 times, kl. 17 sts Row 54: [P2tog] 8 times, pl. 9 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Making up: Use mattress stitch to join seam, leaving a gap at the cast-on edge to stuff and add facial features. With MC, make two small sts where the eyes will be and pull them inwards to create eye sockets. Attach safety eyes. With embroidery thread, embroider white lines below the eyes and brown lines just above. Stuff and gather the cast-on sts and close gap. Using black thread, sew a Y shape for the nose and mouth. Secure the Head to the Body. Ears Make 2 the same With MC, cast on 16 sts. Rows 1-2: Starting with a к row, work 2 rows in St st. Row 3 (RS): [Kfb, k6, kfb] twice. 20 sts Row 4 & all WS rows to Row 66: Purl. Row 5: [Kfb, k8, kfb] twice. 24 sts Rows 6-10: Work 5 rows in St st. Row 11: [Kfb, klO, kfb] twice. 28 sts Rows 12-16: Work 5 rows in St st. Row 17: [Kfb, kl2, kfb] twice. 32 sts Rows 18-38: Work 21 rows in St st. Row 39: [Kfb, kl4, kfb] twice. 36 sts Rows 40-48: Work 9 rows in St st. Row 49: [K2tog, kl4, k2tog] twice. 32 sts Rows 50-54: Work 5 rows in St st. Row 55: [K2tog, kl2, k2tog] twice. 28 sts Row 57: [K2tog, к 10, k2tog] twice. 24 sts Row 59: [K2tog, k8, k2tog] twice. 20 sts Row 61: [K2tog, k6, k2tog] twice. 16 sts Row 63: [K2tog, k4, k2tog] twice. 12 sts Row 65: [K2tog, k2, k2tog] twice. 8 sts Row 67: [K2tog] 4 times. 4 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Making up: Use mattress stitch to join side seam. Do not stuff. Attach Ears to each side of Head. DRESS With CC1, cast on 104 sts. Rows 1-2: Work 2 rows in G st. Rows 3-6: Starting with a к row, work 4 rows in St st. Row 7: With CC2, knit. Rows 8-11: With CC3, work 4 rows in St st. Rows 12-15: With CC1, work 4 rows in St st. Rows 16-33: Rep rows 7-15 twice more. Row 34: With CC2, purl. Change to CC3. 56 www.craftworld .com
фв » CILLA SAYS: “Did you know that sailors originally put bobbles on their hats to protect their heads from bashing into things when the sea got rough?” Rows 35-42: Work 8 rows in St st. Row 43 (RS): [K2tog] 52 times. 52 sts Row 44 & foil WS rows: Purl. Row 45: Kll, cast off 6 sts, к until there are 18 new sts on RH needle, cast off 6 sts, kll. 40 sts First Side Back Working only on 11 sts attached to working yarn, cont as follows: Rows 46-50: Work 5 rows in St st. Break yarn. Front With WS facing, rejoin ССЗ to centre 18 sts and cont as follows: Rows 46-50: Work 5 rows in St st. Break yarn. Second Side Back With WS facing, rejoin yarn to rem 11 sts and cont as follows: Rows 46-50: Work 5 rows in St st. Joining Row Row 51: Working across all sts to join, k40. Cast off. Making up: Use mattress stitch to join back seam as far as Row 46, leaving a gap in the seam for the tail. With crochet hook, create a small button loop at top of back seam. Attach small button to correspond with loop on opposite side. Sleeves Work both the same With CC1, cast on 20 sts. Row 1-3: Work 3 rows in G st. Change to CC3. Row 4 (WS): Purl. Row 5: K2, [kl, kfb] 8 times, k2. 28 sts Row 6-10: Starting with a p row, work 5 rows in St st. Row 11: Cast off 5 sts, к to end. 5 sts deed Row 12: Cast off 5 sts, p to end. 5 sts deed Row 13-14: Rep rows 11-12. 8 sts Cast off. Making up: Use mattress stitch to join seam. Attach sleeve to armhole in Dress. Collar With CC3, cast on 90 sts. Row 1 (RS): Cast off 3 sts, k28, [k2tog] twice, pm, k20, pm, [k2tog] twice, к to end. 83 sts Row 2: Cast off 3 sts, к to end, slipping markers. 80 sts Change to CC1. Row 3: Cast off 3 sts, к to 4 sts before marker, [k2tog] twice, sm, k20, sm, [k2tog] twice, к to end. 7 sts deed Row 4: Cast off 3 sts, p to end, slipping markers. 3 sts deed Change to CC3. Rows 5-12: Rep rows 3-4 four more times. 30 sts Row 13: Cast off 4 sts, rm, k20, rm, [k2tog] twice, к to end. 24 sts Row 14: [P2tog] 12 times. 12 sts Cast off. Making up: Drape Collar around the bunny’s shoulders with points to the front. Use a few stitches to keep in place. Bow With CC2, cast on 20 sts. Starting with a к row, work 4 rows in St st. Cast off. Making up: Use mattress stitch to join row edges for back seam. Wrap a length of yarn around the middle to create a Bow and secure. Attach to the Collar. HAT With CC1, cast on 72 sts. Row 1 (RS): *K2, pl; rep from * to end. Row 2: *K1, p2; rep from * to end. Row 3-6: Rep rows 1-2 twice more. Starting with a к row and CC2, cont in St st and AT THE SAME TIME work in stripe pattern of [4 rows CC2, 4 rows CC3] to end. Rows 7-8: Work 2 rows in St st. Row 9: [КЗ, kfb, k2] 12 times. 84 sts Rows 10-12: Work 3 rows in St st. Row 13: [КЗ, kfb, k3] 12 times. 96 sts Rows 14-16: Work 3 rows in St st. Row 17: [K4, kfb, k3] 12 times. 108 sts Row 18 & foil WS rows: Purl. Row 19: K2, [k6, k2tog, k5] 8 times, k2. 100 sts Row 21: K2, [k5, k2tog, k5] 8 times, k2. 92 sts Row 23: K2, [k5, k2tog, k4] 8 times, k2. 84 sts Row 25: K2, [k4, k2tog, k4] 8 times, k2. 76 sts Row 27: K2, [k4, k2tog, k3] 8 times, k2. 68 sts Row 29: K2, [k3, k2tog, k3] 8 times, k2. 60 sts Row 31: K2, [k3, k2tog, k2] 8 times, k2. 52 sts Row 33: K2, [k2, k2tog, k2] 8 times, k2. 44 sts Row 35: K2, [k2, k2tog, kl] 8 times, k2. 36 sts Row 37: K2, [kl, k2tog, kl] 8 times, k2. 28 sts Row 39: K2, [kl, k2tog] 8 times, k2. 20 sts Row 41: [K2tog] 10 times. 10 sts Making up: Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Use mattress stitch to join back seam. With CC1, make pompom and attach to top of Hat. SHOES Make 2 the same With CC3, cast on 24 sts. Row 1 (WS): Knit. Row 2: Kl, [kfb] 22 times, kl. 46 sts Rows 3-5: Work 3 rows in G st. With removable stitch marker, mark end of Row 5. Rows 6-9: Starting with a к row, work 4 rows in St st. Row 10: Fold work towards Row 6, and working pairs of matching sts from Row 6 tog with each next st, k2tog to end. 46 sts Change to CC1. Rows 11-21: Starting with a p row, work 11 rows in St st. Row 22: Cast off 11 sts, к to end. 35 sts Row 23: Cast off 11 sts, p to end. 24 sts With removable stitch marker, mark beg of Row 23. Rows 24-25: Work 2 rows in St st. Row 26: Fold work towards Row 23, and working pairs of matching sts from Row 23 tog with each next st, k2tog to end. 24 sts Rows 27 & 29: Purl. Row 28: K6, [k2tog] 6 times, k6. 18 sts Row 30: КЗ, [k2tog] 6 times, k3. 12 sts Row 31: [P2tog] twice, p4, [p2tog] twice. 8 sts Rows 32-35: Work 4 rows in St st. Cast off. Making up: Join heel and side seam. Fold last 8 sts down and secure. With CC3, attach a small bow to the front of shoe. Finishing Weave in any rem ends. Ъ. www.craftworld.com 57
Designed by Barbara Prime Yarn used 25g cream DK (MC) 15g grey DK (CC) About the yarn DK; 100% acrylic Tension 26 sts x 34 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 3mm straight Other supplies 9mm safety eyes yarn to embroider face toy stuffing tapestry needle Abbreviations s2kp: sl2 tog (as if to k2tog), kl, pass slipped sts over. See page 67 for all other abbreviations Sizing Height: 20cm This cute little toy is a quick and simple knit using any DK yarn This toy is knitted flat and features simple shaping. The arms, legs and face are worked in stocking stitch while the woolly bits are worked in garter stitch. Start Legs Make 2 With CC, cast on 9 sts. Rows 1 & 3: Purl. Row 2: K2, *ml, kl; rep from * to end. 16 sts Row 4: K2, *ml, k2; rep from * to end. 23 sts Row 5: Pll, kl, pll. Row 6: Kll, pl, kll. Row 7: Pll, kl, pll. Rows 8-9: As rows 6-7. Row 10: K7, s2kp, kl, pl, kl, s2kp, k7. 19 sts “If your stitches aren’t adding up, check that you are using the correct ‘ml’ stitch.” Row 11: P7, p2tog, kl, p2tog tbl, p7.17 sts Rows 12-19: Work 8 rows in St st, starting with a purl row. Row 20: K2, ssk, k9, k2tog, k2. 15 sts Row 21-23: Work 3 rows in St st, starting with a purl row. Break CC and join MC. Rows 24-33: Work 10 rows in St st, starting with a knit row. Row 34: Kl, [k2tog] to end. 8 sts Break yarn and thread through sts. Pull tight to gather. Thread cast-on Tail through cast-on stitches and pull tight to gather. Sew part-way up back Leg seam, stuff Leg, and sew closed. Optionally, to improve shape of foot: thread a length of CC yarn on a tapestry needle, insert needle at base of foot, and exit at top of toes (column of purl sts). Tie ends of yarn together, pulling tight to separate toes, then weave yarn ends into foot. Body With MC, cast on 21 sts. Row 1 & all WS rows: Knit. Row 2: Knit. Row 4: [K4, ml] twice, k5, [ml, k4] twice. 25 sts Row 6: Knit. Row 8: K5, [ml, k5] 4 times. 29 sts Row 10 & 12: Knit. Row 14: [K6, ml] twice, k5, [ml, k6] twice. 33 sts Rows 16 & 18: Knit. Row 20: K14, ml, k5, ml, kl4. 35 sts Rows 21-31: Knit. Row 32: K4, ml, k27, ml, k4. 37 sts Row 34: K5, ml, k27, ml, k5. 39 sts Row 36: Knit. Row 38: K15, ssk, k5, k2tog, kl5. 37 sts Row 40: Knit. Row 42: K14, ssk, k5, k2tog, kl4. 35 sts Row 44: Knit. Row 46: K13, ssk, k5, k2tog, kl3. 33 sts Row 48: Knit. Row 50: Kl, [k2tog] to end. 17 sts Row 52: Kl, [k2tog] to end. 9 sts Break yarn and thread through sts. Pull tight to gather. Sew up back seam from last row to cast-on, leaving cast-on edge open. Stuff Body. Tail With MC, cast on 8 sts. Rows 1-21: Knit. Break yarn and thread through sts. Pull tight to gather. Sew seam from Tail tip to cast-on edge, adding a tiny amount of stuffing as you sew. Leave cast-on edge open. Arms Make 2 With CC, cast on 6 sts. Row 1 & all WS rows: Purl. Row 2: Kl, *ml, kl; rep from * to end. 11 sts Row 4: Kl, *ml, k2; rep from * to end. 16 sts Row 6: Knit. Row 8: КЗ, k2tog, k6, ssk, k3. 14 sts 58 www.craftworld.com
Rows 9-17: Work 9 rows in St st, starting with a purl row. Row 18: КЗ, k2tog, k4, ssk, k3. 12 sts Rows 19-21: Work 3 rows in St st, starting with a purl row. Break CC and join MC. Rows 22-29: Work 8 rows in St st, starting with a knit row. Row 30: [K2tog] to end. 6 sts Break yarn and thread through sts. Pull tight to gather. Sew up seam, leaving an opening. Stuff and sew closed. Head Begin at back. With MC, cast on 8 sts. Rows 1 & 3: Knit. Row 2: Kl, *ml, kl; rep from * to end. 15 sts Row 4: Kl, *ml, kl; rep from * to end. 29 sts Rows 5-9: Knit. Row 10: K4, *ml, k3; rep from * to last st, kl. 37 sts Rows 11-23: Knit. Break MC and join CC. Row 24: Knit. Row 25 & foil WS rows: Purl. Row 26: Knit. Row 28: K15, k2tog, k3, ssk, kl5.35 sts Row 30: K10, ssk, pl, kl, k2tog, k3, ssk, kl, pl, k2tog, klO. 31 sts Purl sts on Row 30 mark eye location. Row 32: [K4, ssk] twice, k2tog, k3, ssk, [k2tog, k4] twice. 25 sts Row 34: [КЗ, ssk] twice, k5, [k2tog, k3] twice. 21 sts Row 36: [K2, ssk] twice, k5, [k2tog, k2] twice. 17 sts Row 38: Knit. Row 40: [Ssk] 4 times, kl, [k2tog] 4 times. 9 sts Break yarn and thread through sts. Pull tight to gather. Attach safety eyes or buttons at purl sts on Row 30. Sew up seam from nose to back of Head, leaving an opening. Stuff, smoothing and shaping as you go, sew closed. Embroider a nose and mouth. Ears Make 2 With CC, cast on 12 sts. Row 1 & all WS rows: Purl. Row 2: Knit. Row 4: КЗ, ml, k6, ml, k3.14 sts Row 6: K4, ml, k6, ml, k4. 16 sts Rows 7-11: Work 5 rows in St st, starting with a purl row. Row 12: КЗ, k2tog, k6, ssk, k3. 14 sts Row 14: K2, k2tog, k6, ssk, k2. 12 sts Row 16: [Kl, k2tog] twice, [ssk, kl] twice. 8 sts Break yarn and thread through sts. Pull tight to gather. Sew seam from Ear tip to base. Fold Ear in half length-wise, and make a couple of stitches at cast-on edge to hold. Sew cast-on edge of Ear to Head, with seam facing forward. Finishing Sew Head to cast-on edge of Body. To attach Arms: thread a length (45cm) of yarn through Body at shoulder position . on one side (side seam, 3cm below upper body edge) exiting at same position on other side of Body. Thread yarn through top of one Arm, make short stitch, then thread yarn back through Arm and Body, to starting position. Thread yarn through second Arm, make a short stitch, then thread yarn back through second Arm to other side of Body. Pull yarn gently to tighten Arms to Body. Then pass yarn through Arms and Body 34 more times, in same manner as before, finishing where you began. Tie a secure knot with yarn ends, and weave into Body. Attach Legs to Body in same way, 2.5cm from lower Body edge. (Note: this method makes jointed Arms. For a simpler method, sew tops of Arms and Legs in position with several whip stitches.) Sew cast-on edge of Tail to centre of lower back, in line with where Legs are attached. Ъ BARBARA SAYS: “One of my most popular designs was a fuzzy lamb toy. As much as I love that design, I’ve wanted to try a different, more sheepish style that would appeal to kids and adults alike. This toy uses simple stitches and shaping to make the perfect little friend’ www.craftworld.com 59
Ост 200g DK Designed by Catherine Hughes One size About the yarn DK; 312m per 100g ball; 24 sts over St st Yarn used King Cole Panache DK 1 ball Oatmeal 2061 (MC) 1 ball Pasture 2060 (CC) 50% wool, 50% acrylic P’KITTY This little feline friend is quick and easy to knit Tension 24 sts x 34 rows = 10cm measured over St st Needles used 3.25mm, straight & DPNs Other supplies 10g toy safety stuffing 2 black 6mm safety eyes (optional) Im black yarn/ embroidery thread stitch marker Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing One size Safety note: If you are making this as a gift for a child, please consider the potential choking hazards of various elements. For example, it is safer to stitch the eyes using embroidery thread Little Kitty is worked flat on undersized needles to give a dense fabric, suitable for stuffing, l-cord is used for her tail. Base With MC, cast on 6 sts. Row 1: Kfb into each st. 12 sts Row 2: Knit. Row 3: K2, [kfb] twice, k4, [kfb] twice, k2. 16 sts Row 4: Knit. Row 5: K2, [kfb] 4 times, k4, [kfb] 4 times, k2. 24 sts Row 6: Knit. Row 7: K4, [kfb] 4 times, k8, [kfb] 4 times, k4. 32 sts Row 8: Knit. Row 9: K6, [kfb] 4 times, kl2, [kfb] 4 times, k6. 40 sts Rows 10-11: Knit. Row 12: Purl. Change to CC. Body Rows 13-16: Knit. Row 17: Knit. Row 18: Purl. Rows 19-32: Rep rows 17-18 seven more times. Rows 33-36: Knit. Change to MC. Head Row 37 (RS): Knit. Row 38: Purl. Rows 39-46: Rep rows 37-38 four more times. Row 47: K2tog to end. 20 sts Row 48: Purl. Row 49: K2tog to end. 10 sts Row 50: Purl. Row 51: K2tog to end. 5 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Tail With MC and DPNs, cast on 5 sts. Work i-cord until the tail measures 14cm. Row 1: K2tog, kl, k2tog. 3 sts Row 2: Knit. Row 3: Sk2p. Break yarn and thread through rem st. Pull tight to fasten. Ears Both alike With MC, cast on 12 sts. Row 1 (RS): Кб, pm, K6. Row 2 (WS): Purl. Row 3: Knit to 2 sts before marker, k2tog, sm, ssk, к to end. 10 sts Row 4: Purl. Rep the last two rows until 2 sts remain. Rm. Leaving a long tail, break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Finishing Attach safety eyes (if used). Sew seam from the Head to the Base, leaving a gap at the bottom of the Body. Stuff the toy firmly. Tuck the cast on end of the Tail inside the gap in the Body seam. Sew the Body seam, catching the Tail within it. Position the Tail as shown in the photos, then stitch through the Tail to attach it to the Body. Fold each Ear in half along the decrease line, WS together, then sew around the outer edges. Sew each Ear to the Head along the fold line. Embroider facial features using image as a guide. Weave in all ends. 60 www.craftworld.com
BEAR This cute companion is an easy knit and makes a great gift for the ones you love www.craftworld.com 61
-«ilia 150g over 23cm DK G st tall Designed by Kim Dickinson Yarn used Patons Diploma Gold DK 2 balls in Almond 06204 (MC) 1 ball in Cherry 06139 (CC) About the yarn DK; 120m per 50g ball; 55% wool, 25% acrylic, 20% nylon Tension 22 sts x 44 rows = 10cm measured over G St Needles used 4mm straight Other supplies stitch holder toy stuffing small amount of brown yarn for eyes & nose Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing 23cm tall The whole bear is knitted in garter stitch to give a lovely cosy texture. Each piece is knitted flat, and then seams are joined. Qtart kni&nfy... BODY With MC, cast on 40sts. Row 1: K9, [kfb] twice, kl8, [kfb] twice, k9. 44 sts Rows 2-4: Knit. Row 5: K10, [kfb] twice, k20, [kfb] twice, klO. 48 sts Rows 6-8: Knit. Row 9: Kll, [kfb] twice, k22, [kfb] twice, kll. 52 sts Rows 10-12: Knit. Row 13: K12, [kfb] twice, k24, [kfb] twice, kl2. 56 sts Rows 14-16: Knit. Row 17: K13, [kfb] twice, k26, [kfb] twice, kl3. 60 sts Rows 18-20: Knit Row 21: K14, [kfb] twice, k28, [kfb] twice, kl4. 64 sts Rows 22-24: Knit Row 25: K15, [kfb] twice, k30, [kfb] twice, kl5. 68 sts Rows 26-50: Knit Row 51: Kl, [k2tog, k9] 6 times, kl. 62 sts Row 52 & all even rows to Row 66: Knit. Row 53: Kl, [k2tog, k8] 6 times, kl. 56 sts Row 55: Kl, [k2tog, k7] 6 times, kl. 50 sts Row 57: Kl, [k2tog, k6] 6 times, kl. 44 sts Row 59: Kl, [k2tog, k5] 6 times, kl. 38 sts Row 61: Kl, [k2tog, k4] 6 times, kl. 32 sts Row 63: Kl, [k2tog, k3] 6 times, kl. 26 sts Row 65: Kl, [k2tog, k2] 6 times, kl. 20 sts Row 67: Kl, [k2tog, kl] 6 times, kl. 14 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. HEAD Start at base of Head. With MC, cast on 12 sts. Row 1: [Kfb, kl] 6 times. 18 sts Row 2 & all even rows to Row 14: Knit. Row 3: [Kfb, k2] 6 times. 24 sts Row 5: [Kfb, k3] 6 times. 30 sts Row 7: [Kfb, k4] 6 times. 36 sts Row 9: [Kfb, k5] 6 times. 42 sts Row 11: [Kfb, k6] 6 times. 48 sts Row 13: [Kfb, k7] 6 times. 54 sts Row 15: [Kfb, k8] 6 times. 60 sts Rows 16-42: Knit. Row 43: [K2tog, k8] 6 times. 54 sts Row 44 & all even rows to Row 54: Knit. Row 45: [K2tog, k7] 6 times. 48 sts Row 47: [K2tog, k6] 6 times. 42 sts Row 49: [K2tog, k5] 6 times. 36 sts Row 51: [K2tog, k4] 6 times. 30 sts Row 53: [K2tog, k3] 6 times. 24 sts Row 55: [K2tog] 6 times. 12 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. ARMS Make 2 Start at top of arm. With MC, cast on 4sts Row 1: Kl, [kfb] twice, kl. 6 sts Row 2 & all even rows to Row 8: Knit. Row 3: Kl, [kfb] 4 times, kl. 10 sts Row 5: КЗ, [kfb] 4 times, k3. 14 sts Row 7: K5, [kfb] 4 times, k5. 18 sts Row 9: K7, [kfb] 4 times, k7. 22 sts Rows 10-44: Knit. Row 45: Kl, [k2tog, k2] 5 times, kl. 17 sts Rows 46 & 48: Knit. Row 47: Kl, [k2tog, kl] 5 times, kl. 12 sts Row 49: Kl, [k2tog] 5 times, kl. 7 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. NOSE With MC, cast on 42 sts. Rows 1-4: Knit. Row 5: [K2tog, k4] 7 times. 35 sts Row 6 & all even rows to Row 12: Knit. Row 7: [K2tog, k3] 7 times. 28 sts Row 9: [K2tog, k2] 7 times. 21 sts Row 11: [K2tog, kl] 7 times. 14 sts Rowl3: [K2tog] 7 times. 7 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. EARS Make 2 With MC, cast on 10 sts. Rows 1-8: Knit. Row 9: K2tog, k6, k2tog. 8 sts Rows 10 & all even rows to Row 18: Knit. Row 11: K2tog, k4, k2tog. 6 sts Row 13: K2tog, k2, k2tog. 4 sts Row 15: Kfb, k2, kfb. 6 sts Row 17: Kfb, k4, kfb. 8 sts Row 19: Kfb, k6, kfb. 10 sts Rows 20-27: Knit. Cast off. FEET & LEGS Make 2 Foot With CC, cast on 2 sts. Row 1 (RS): [Kfb] twice. 4 sts 62 www.craftworld.com
Row 2 & all even rows to Row 22: Knit. Row 3: Kfb, k2, kfb. 6 sts Row 5: Kfb, k4, kfb. 8 sts Row 7: Knit. Row 9: Kfb, k6, kfb. 10 sts Row 11: Knit. Row 13: Kfb, k8, kfb. 12 sts Row 15: Knit. Row 17: Kfb, klO, kfb. 14 sts Row 19: Knit. Row 21: Kfb, kl2, kfb. 16 sts Row 23: K7, turn. Row 24: Knit. Row 25: K6, turn. Row 26: Knit. Row 27: K2tog, k3, turn. 1 st deed Row 28: Knit. Slip sts on to RH needle and with WS facing rep rows 23-28.14 sts Next Row: Knit across all sts. Next Row: Cast on 16 sts, к to end. 30 sts Rep last row once more. 46 sts Knit 4 rows. Break CC and join MC. Leg Row 1: K21, [k2tog] twice, k21. 44 sts Row 2 & all even rows to Row 8: Knit. Row 3: K20, [k2tog] twice, k20. 42 sts Row 5: K14, k2tog, k3, [k2tog] twice, k3, k2tog, kl4. 38 sts Row 7: K13, k2tog, k2, [k2tog] twice, k2, k2tog, kl3. 34 sts Row 9: K12, k2tog, kl, [k2tog] twice, kl, k2tog, kl2. 30 sts Rows 10-29: Knit. Cast off. BOW-TIE HEART Make 2 With CC, cast on 4 sts. **Row 1 (RS): Kfb, k2, kfb. 6 sts Rows 2 & 4: Knit. Row 3: Kfb, k4, kfb. 8 sts* * Break yarn and put sts on holder. With CC, cast on 4 sts. Work from ** to **. Put both pieces on needle with RS facing. 16 sts Rows 5-8: Knit. Next Row (dec): K2tog, к to last 2 sts, k2tog. 2 sts deed Next Row: Knit. Rep last 2 rows 4 more times. 6 sts Rows 19-21: Knit. Cast off. BOW-TIE CENTRE With CC, cast on 6 sts. Rows 1-22: Knit. Cast off. Making up: Weave in ends. Join side seam of Body and stuff. Join side seam of Head and stuff, thread yarn through cast-on edge and pull tight to close: this makes bottom of Head. Join bottom of Head to cast-off edge of Body. Fbr Arms, join side seam leaving increased section open, stuff and attach increase and cast-on sections to top of Body. Join side seam of Nose and, using brown yarn, embroider on a nose as shown in picture. Stuff and join cast-on edge to centre of Head, and embroider ' eye using brown yarn just above Nose as shown in picture. For Ears, fold in half and join side seams, pinch slightly and join cast-on and cast-off edges to either side of Head. For Feet and Legs, join two large cast-on edges to either side of increase section so edges come together at original cast-on point. Join side seam of Leg and stuff, ensuring to keep heart shape of Feet, and stuffing very lightly at top of leg by cast-off edge. Create flat edge by pressing cast-off edge together and sew to base of Body so the Body sits on Legs as shown in the picture. For Bow Tie, take two heart pieces and sew cast-off edges together, wrap middle piece around this section and join cast-on and cast-off edges, attach to Bear under chin, h in »> KIM SAYS: “I wanted to make a bear with a difference, and the heart-shaped feet and bow tie really add a cute twist” www.craftworld.com 63
10cm 15 sts 250g & over One 200g St st size Designed by Amanda Berry Yarn used Bernat Sheepy 1 ball in Bunny Brown (MC) Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK 1 ball each in Black 965 (CC1) & Cornflower 610 (CC2) About the yarn Bernat Sheepy Super Chunky; 136m per 250g ball; 100% nylon Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK; DK; 280m per 100g ball; 100% acrylic Tension 15 (24) sts x 18 (30) rows = 10cm measured over rev St st (St st) using MC (CC) and larger (smaller) needles Needles used 3.5mm straight 4.5mm straight Other supplies toy filling pair of toy safety eyes, 15mm 1 bone-shaped button lockable stitch markers tapestry needle Abbreviations See page 67 for all abbreviations Sizing 26cm tall If you can’t get your hands on Bernat Sheepy, Lion Brand Go for Fleece Sherpa should work this project. Check the amount needed, and make sure to swatch first. Choose from the range at www.lionbrand.com The dog is worked using needles several sizes smaller than suggested on the yarn band to ensure a dense fabric so the stuffing cannot be seen. Working the body in Rev St st makes sure the outside is even fluffier! Head With MC and larger needles, cast on 9 sts. Start at back of Head. Row 1 (WS): Knit. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: [Kfb] 9 times. 18 sts Row 4: Purl. Row 5: [Kl, kfb] 9 times. 27 sts Row 6: Purl. Row 7: [K2, kfb] 9 times. 36 sts Rows 8-22: Work 15 rows in Rev St st. Row 23: K6, [k2tog, kl] 4 times, [kl, k2tog] 4 times, k6. 28 sts Row 24: Purl and mark the 10th and 18th sts for eye positions. Row 25: K6, [k2tog] 8 times, k6. 20 sts Rows 26-38: Work 13 rows in Rev St st. Row 39: Kl, [k2tog, kl] 6 times, kl. 14 sts Row 40: Purl. Row 41: [K2tog] 7 times. 7 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Ears Make 2 With MC and larger needles, cast on 5 sts. Start at top. Row 1: Knit Row 2: Kfb, k3, kfb. 7 sts Rows 3-4: Knit. Row 5: Kfb, k5, kfb. 9 sts Rows 6-8: Knit. Row 9: Kfb, k7, kfb. 11 sts Rows 10-20: Knit. Row 21: K2tog, к to end. 1 st dec’d Row 22: К to last 2 sts, k2tog. 1 st deed Rows 23-26: Rep Rows 21-22 twice. 5 sts Row 27: As Row 21. 4 sts Row 28: [K2tog] twice. 2 sts Row 29: K2tog and fasten off. Eyebrows Make 2 With MC and larger needles, cast on 8 sts. Cast off. Body With MC and larger needles, cast on 9 sts. Start at bottom. Row 1 (WS): Knit. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: [Kfb] 9 times. 18 sts Row 4: Purl. Row 5: [Kl, kfb] 9 times. 27 sts Row 6: Purl. Row 7: [K2, kfb] 9 times. 36 sts Rows 8-20: Work 13 rows in Rev St st. Row 23: [K2tog, kl4, k2tog] twice. 32 sts Rows 24-28: Work 5 rows in Rev St st. Row 29: [K2tog, kl2, k2tog] twice. 28 sts Rows 30-34: Work 5 rows in Rev St st. Row 35: [K2tog, klO, k2tog] twice. 24 sts Rows 36-40: Work 5 rows in Rev St st. Row 41: [K2tog, k8, k2tog] twice. 20 sts Rows 42-44: Work 3 rows in Rev St st. Row 45: [K2tog, k6, k2tog] twice. 16 sts Row 46: Purl. Cast off. Hind Legs Make 2 With MC and larger needles, cast on 16 sts. Start at top. Rows 1-18: Starting with a к row, work 18 rows in Rev St st. Row 19 (WS): K2, [kfb] 12 times, k2. 28 sts Rows 20-24: Work 5 rows in Rev St st. Row 25: [K2tog] 14 times. 14 sts Row 26: Purl. Row 27: [K2tog] 7 times. 7 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Front Legs Make 2 With MC and larger needles, cast on 4 sts. Start at top. Row 1 (WS): Kfb, к to last st, kfb. 2 sts incd Row 2: Purl. Rows 3-12: Rep rows 1-2 five times, marking each end of final row. 16 sts Rows 13-22: Work 10 rows in Rev St st. Row 23: K2, [kfb] 12 times, k2. 28 sts Rows 24-28: Work 5 rows in Rev St st. Row 29: [K2tog] 14 times. 14 sts Row 30: Purl. Row 31: [K2tog] 7 times. 7 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Tail With MC and larger needles, cast on 12 sts. Start at bottom. Rows 1-22: Starting with a к row, work 22 rows in Rev St st. Row 23 (WS): [K2tog] 6 times. 6 sts Break yarn and thread through rem sts. Pull tight to fasten. Nose With CC1 and smaller needles, cast on 10 sts. Start at top. Row 1 (RS): Knit. Row 2: Purl. www.craftworld.com 65
Row 3: Kfb, k8, kfb. 12 sts Row 4: Purl. Row 5: K2tog, к to last 2 sts, ssk. 2 sts deed Rows 6-9: Rep Rows 4-5 twice. 6 sts Row 10: Purl. Cast off. Collar With CC2 and smaller needles, cast on 4 sts. Rows 1-2: Knit. Row 3 (RS): Kl, [kfb] twice, kl. 6 sts Row 4: K2, p2, k2. Row 5 (RS, buttonhole): КЗ, yo, k2tog, kl. Row 6: K2, p2, k2. Row 7: Knit. Row 8: K2, p2, k2. Rep Rows 7-8 until Collar measures 23cm long. Cast off working k2tog in the first 2 sts and last 2 sts. Making up: Over-sew the seams on fluffy pieces. Head: Insert eyes at marked sts. Sew side edges tog, stuffing as you sew, and gather cast-on sts tog at back of Head. Eyebrows: Sew cast-off edge onto the Head above eye. Ears: Sew cast-off edge of each ear onto top of Head with longest side edge facing front. Nose: Attach to top of snout with cast-on edge attop. Sew around all edges, adding a few scraps of black yarn underneath g Nose before finishing to pad it out. Body: Sew side edges tog and gather cast-on sts tog at bottom (seam runs down centre back). Stuff Body through neck opening at cast-off edge. Sew underside of Head onto neck of Body. Front Legs: Sew side edges tog from cast-off up to markers. Add stuffing and remove markers. Sew open side edges at tops of the legs (Rows 1-12) onto front of Body. Top edge of leg is positioned 8cm below neck. Hind Legs: Sew side edges tog, add stuffing, and sew cast-on edge onto bottom sides of Body with seamed edge of leg facing bottom. Tail: Sew side edges tog (seam runs down underside). Add stuffing and sew cast-on edge onto back of Body. Collar: Attach button onto the cast-off end. Wrap around neck and fasten. Is AMANDA SAYS: “I recommend pinning a note on each piece to remind you what they are and which is the RS to help when making up” 66 www.craftworld.com
_ _ _ _ _ 3 - ABBREVIATIONS Here’s a quick guide to all of the abbreviations we’ve used in this book о ^^111 III II !»- 1x1 rib kl, pl ribbing pm Place marker 7 — 2x2 rib k2, p2 ribbing prev Previous — alt Alternate psso Pass slipped stitch over 8 — beg Beginning pu Pick up — CC Contrast colour rem Remaining 9 — cdd Centred double decrease - slip 2 rep Repeat stitches knitwise together, knit 1, pass slipped stitches over Rev St st Reverse stocking stitch. As stocking stitch, but knit side is the ‘wrong’ side 10 — cm Centimetres RH Right hand — CN Cable needle rm Remove marker II — C2B Cable 2 backwards - si st onto CN, hold rnd Round — in back, kl from LH needle, kl from CN Row 1 \UU 1 1VI Row 12 - C2F Cable 2 forwards - si st onto CN, hold in front, kl from LH needle, kl from CN RS Right side — cont Continue sk Skip 13 — dec Decrease Sk2p Slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slipped — stitch over 14 DPN Double-pointed needle 1 foil SKP Slip 1, knit 1, pass slipped stitch over — Following g Grammes si sm Slip stitch - slip p-wise unless specified Slip marker I cz 1Э — G st Garter stitch. Knitting flat: Knit every row. Knitting in the round: Knit and purl ssk Slip one knitwise, slip one purlwise, knit 16 alternate rounds two slipped stiches together i-cord К all sts on DPN. Without turning, slide ssp Slip one, slip one, purl two slipped stitches together sts to other end of needle. Rep until 1 1 cord reaches desired length st Stitch ' in Inches St st Stocking stitch. Knitting flat: Alternate Iff 1 kJ inc Increase knit and purl rows. Knitting in the round: Knit all rounds —— incl Including Knit 19 к tbl Through back loop k-wise Knitwise tog Together 20 • w&t Wrap and turn. Slip next stitch onto RH kfb Knit one through the front then through needle, take yarn to opposite side of - the back (same stitch) work between needles, slip same stitch 2\ - k2tog Knit two together back onto LH needle. Turn work ready to Л. 1 LH Left hand begin working in opposite direction — WS Wrong side 22 - ml Make one (lifted increase) mb Make bobble wyib wyif With yarn in back With yarn in front 2^ - — MC Main colour Purl yo Yarn over P p-wise Purlwise [] Repeat instructions 24 p2tog patt Purl two together Pattern о Alternative sizes 74 _ www.craftworld.com 67
Inside your issue of KNITS for baby SOFT AND COSY WOOllIfSTW LITTLE ONES WILL LOVE 15. 111111111111' Ilf Joyful designs for bahw and beuotld Стге9а'?1 0 ' 74470 90103 7 (7 <7