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SummeR
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accEssorieS
SOFT & STYLISH
31 RISING SUNS
A wrap with bright colour pops,
ideal for summer evenings.
Look cool in a floaty shawl.
10 SOLSTICE
Chic lacy ankle socks.
12 COLLAR TRIO
Knits
33
for Kids
VINTAGE STYLE
Three ways to upstyle a T-shirt. Classic matine and cardi set.

21 14 TROPICAL TWIST
Patchwork bag and purse combo.
16 LIME SUNDAE
37 BABY LOVE
Adorable knits for newborns.
40 LITTLE IMP!

TwistY heaDband Your sunglasses need this case!

17 SUNSEEKER
The cutest ever stripy hat.
41 BACK TO SCHOOL
A summer flower to enjoy. Pack them off with neat knits.
18 BUTTERFLY BLUE 43 LITTLE ELF
Ankle socks with a fluttery motif. Bright stripy summer socks.
GOOD READ 21 FESTIVAL FASHION 44 FUNKY VEGGIES
6 SORT A touch of glam for campers. Fabulous food-inspired toys.
YOUR STASH 23 FLORAL FINESSE 47 GIFTS FOR GIRLS
Bright ideas Express your inner flower child. Three cute dressing up ideas.
for tidying
up your 25 TRIPLE TOP 49 PUPPET PALS
yarn. Put Three ways with welly toppers. A handful of finger puppets.
those 27 BEACH STYLE 52 ROLL UP, ROLL UP!
scraps to Four accessories for fun in the sun. Traditional cardi for newborns.
good use! 29 LACY HEADBANDS 55 PENCIL CASES
Show off your crowning glory! Three knits to keep desks tidy.

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Roll Up,
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113 Love TokenS 85

CelebRate
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SummeR
FINE DINING
78 BRIGHT MUGS
Garden-inspired mug cosies.
100 DIPPY EGGS
Egg cosies with personality.
PAGE 126 HOW
TO KNIT GUIDE
Lacy jar covers for day or night. 79 HOLIDAY ESSENTIALS 102 OH SEW SIMPLE! STEP-BY-STEP
Four travel must-haves to pack. Perfect gifts for needleworkers. PICTURES TO
59 GARDEN TEA PARTY 104 BREAKFAST SET
Delight guests with pretty knits. GUIDE YOU
Cables set the morning scene.
61 BIRDCAGE VEIL
Beautiful wedding day accessory.
Home Ideas THROUGH
ALL THE
62 ROSE CORSAGE
Dainty floral brooch.
81 LUNCH SET
Light, summery table setting. Quick
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63 WEDDING DELIGHTS Elegant vase cover and coaster.

Four pretty wedding accessories.
65 WEDDING TABLE
Delicate and delightful knits.
109 GARDEN DELIGHT
85 HUG A MUG Perfect for the green-fingered.
Cosy knits for your takeaway cup.
111 QUIRKY KEYRINGS THRIFTY allpaTternS for
skilL levElS,
87 LOVE HEARTS KNITS Even Knit NovicEs!

67 HEARTS & FLOWERS
Decorations for the big day.
69 SWEET SACHET
Store your confetti in style.
Charming charms.
Three textured scented sachets.
113 LOVE TOKENS
90 PERFECT PEGS Heart-filled cards and trinkets.
Retro-style peg bag. 115 PRETTY IN PINK
91 HOME HELPS Beautiful dressing table set.
STASH-BUSTING PROJECTS & GIFTS FOR ALL THE FAMILY

70 PARTY ON Nifty knits for a tidy home. 117 GIFTS FOR MUM
Bright and jolly bunting.
73 AL FRESCO DINING
93 TEA TIME
Cosies for coffees and teas.
Spoil mum with a pretty knit. K
119 HANDBAG ESSENTIALS
Three knits for eating out. 95 SETTLE IN Must-haves for out and about. Wherever you
75 GIFTS FOR DAD Lace to brighten cushions with. 121 FITNESS GIFTS see our K icon on
Special treats for Fathers Day. 98 CLIMBING ROSE Three keep-fit quick knits. pattern pages,
77 HAPPY SNAPS Lovely lacy edging for throws 123 PHONE CASES thats where to
Funky and practical camera strap. and picnic blankets. A trio of snazzy covers. start knitting.

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ONE TO READ
SORT YOUR
STASH!
If you havent cleared out your yarn pile for a while, nows your
chance. A good declutter will save you space, time and money!
E
very knitter is guilty
of hoarding yarn,
however disciplined
they might think they
are. Whether its kept in
immaculately organised order
or simply stacked on the
nearest available surface,
theres usually more than can
be knitted in several lifetimes.
Plus, the pile keeps getting
added to as more and more
wonderful specimens are
spotted. The trouble is that
after a while its easy to forget
just whats in that hoard, never
mind making head or tail of it.
So, however you choose to
store your stash, its well
worth looking through it now
and then. Have a good old
rummage, think about which
yarns you really like and clear
out any you dont want to use.
Lifes too short to knit all the
yarn in the world, so its
definitely too short to knit
yarn you hate!
To make clearing out a bit
easier, and to help keep things
organised, we recommend
arming yourself with five
boxes one for each of the
five categories on the right
and a bin bag, so its easy to
sort your yarn as you go
through it.
Not only will your newly
sorted stash be neater and
easier to use, but
unearthing forgotten
treasures will save you
money on buying new
yarn, and maybe
neglected but lovely odds
and ends will inspire you
to tackle some of the
projects in this collection!
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1 MY FAVOURITE YARN
Maybe you bought it on
holiday, or its discontinued,
or its a unique hand-dyed
yarn. Whatever the reason,
you just had to have it. Its
precious and its far too
lovely to sit in a boring box!
These yarns are the cream
of your collection, so why
not display them as such?
People collect and display
all sorts of things, from
stamps to Royal Doulton,
and showing off your canny
yarn finds is half the fun.
2 I USE THIS A LOT
This box is for your stash
staples. Whether youre
fuelling your sock knitting
obsession or gearing up for
the fifth baby to be born in
your circle of friends this year,
there are some everyday
yarns youll always need to
have on hand.
As youre fishing yarn out
from behind the sofa and
under the bed to put in this
box, think about where youd
actually like to store it it
neednt all be in one
place. For example, if
you only knit cotton
in summer and wool
in winter, it would
make sense to pack
away out-of-season
yarn like you do
clothes. If you like to
SHOW IT OFF
Use open baskets or
pretty bowls to display
your favourite skeins or
balls. You could even
use pieces of your best
dinner service or
precious glassware and
show off two treasures
at once! You might even
inspire visitors to take
up knitting.
A glass bowl displays
yarn to perfection.
knit socks in bed and
jumpers on the sofa,
you might want to
store a particular
yarn close to
where you are
likely to use it. Keep moths
out of your stash!
READY TO GO
Make your own knitting kits by
filling a small bag with the yarn, so wrap your sachets in
yarn, pattern and needles a clean handkerchief. Cedar
youll need. Canvas tote bags blocks need lightly sanding
are perfect and easy to grabevery year or so to remove
as you head out the door! the top layer of wood which
has lost its effectiveness.
STORE IT SAFELY Plastic deteriorates over time,
Keep yarn youre not ready to and there have been reports
use yet safe from moths by of this affecting yarn whites
tucking lavender sachets or going yellow is common but
cedar blocks in with your youre usually fine if the yarn
skeins. Be careful, though: is stored in plastic for less
some plant oils can stain than six months.

3 WHATS IT FOR?
Leftovers from larger
projects, lovely balls you
bought only one of, bright
colours and unusual yarns,
your first laceweight, that
yarn your friend spun for
you This box is for yarns
you like, but havent got
round to knitting with
because, well, theyre just
a bit awkward.
These yarns can be
squirrelled away neatly so
you know where they are,
but theyre not in the way. A
box in the airing cupboard is
ideal. Keep one or two yarns
out where you can see
them, though, and swap
4 NICE, BUT WHAT IS IT?
Was it a gift from your aunt?
Did you buy it at a show? Is it
alpaca? Acrylic? Wool? All
three? No clue whatsoever?
Mystery yarns are perfect
for creating a debate at a
knitting night, but when you
knit with them theyre more of
a nightmare!
If your friends cant figure
out what it is, a couple of
important questions to ask are
Will it felt if I wash it? and
How much have I got?
5 WELL, I KNITTED THE FRONT
While youre sorting your
stash, gather up all your
UFOs (unfinished objects)
and take a look at them. Do
you want to finish any of
them? Do you still like the
pattern or the yarn? Have
you lost weight or stopped
wearing green? Is your
daughter, at 15, a bit too old
for a babygro?
Weve all got projects that
didnt get finished maybe
the yarn didnt work or the
size wasnt quite right, or
maybe you just didnt like it
once it was on the needles.
your viewing skeins around
from time to time in case an
idea leaps out at you while
youre looking at one.
While youre waiting for
inspiration to strike, there
are a couple of ways you can
hurry the muse along
KNIT A SWATCH
Youll find out if you like it,
what the tension is, and it
might even turn into
something. Why not try out
a stitch pattern?
LEAVE A SKEIN OUT
Keeping yarn visible will
remind you why you like it.
WHAT IS IT?
You can find out if a yarn is a
synthetic or natural fibre by
carefully touching a lit match
to a small piece. Acrylic will
melt while natural fibres will
burn reluctantly. Its not easy
to tell if its a blend, though!
HOW DOES IT WASH?
Knit a small tension square
with the yarn and wash it as
you would normally wash your
knits to find out if it felts.
If your UFOs are weighing
you down, its time to do
something about them.
Here are a few options
RIP IT BACK
If you like the yarn but dont
ever want to finish the
project, unravel it, rewind
the yarn and pop it back in
your stash, ready for a
different pattern.
GIVE IT AWAY
Knitting groups are an
amazing help when youre
struggling with a knit, and
HAVE A LOOK ONLINE
Knitting and crochet site
www.ravelry.com has an
amazing searchable list of
patterns. Many libraries
have computers and will
help you get started if you
dont have internet at home.
Can you tell
what it is yet?
HOW MUCH HAVE I GOT?
Weigh the yarn before and
after knitting a square. If it
used 10g and you have 40g
left on the ball, you can knit
another four the same size.
youd be surprised by how
often another knitter will
love a project you hate. If
you cant bear the idea of
undoing all your hard work,
why not hand it over to
another knitter? You could
even swap projects!
FINISH IT
If youre looking for a quick
knit, pick up one of your
abandoned projects with
the work already started,
youll soon have the project
off the needles and ready
to enjoy.
ONE TO READ
LIFES TOO
SHORT TO
KNIT THIS!
ive yourself the
G permission to get rid
of yarns you dont like. It
might have cost you a
fortune or been a gift from
a friend but if you dont
want to use it, dont.
Theres no point in turning a
hobby into a chore!
You dont have to throw
anything away (unless its
got moths in). When youve
gone through your stash,
you can sort through the
bin bag and decide
whether you want to sell it,
swap it or give it to charity.
If youve got a lot of good
quality yarn you could sell it
and spend the proceeds on
yarn you actually want to
knit with. Online auction
sites like ebay.co.uk and
small ads pages are good
places to start.
Have a few friends over
and get them to bring any
yarn they want to get rid of.
Lay on some snacks and
have a swapping party!
Everyone will get some
new yarn without
spending a penny, while
having some fun.
Any yarn can find a new
home in a project for one
charity or another tiny
little scraps are perfect for
hats for smoothie bottles
for Innocents annual Big
Knit campaign. Lots of
other charities feature
knitting as part of their
fund-raising efforts do a
Google search to find one
that suits your interests.
Some charity shops take
yarn, and many schools
appreciate donations, so
ask around and youll find a
good home for every skein.
You can also try local
fairs, fetes and jumble sales.
You could share a
stall with friends
and have a nice
day out while
earning money.
BIN
BAG
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SOFT & STYLISH

Knit Mary Hendersons pretty lace shawl and add
a floaty acccessory to your summer wardrobe.
 SUMMER ACCESSORIES

LACE LACE 4MM
STITCHES WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
QStylecraft, Senses (80% acrylic,
20% mohair, 50g/250m), 2 balls
Lavender (2472)
QA pair of 4mm needles
QA 4mm needle for casting off
(optional)
For yarn stockists contact
Stylecraft 01535 609798
www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk
TENSION
Yarn used knits as lace to this
tension: 18 sts and 22 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over lace st
using 4mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.
L
ight and airy, this delicate shawl
from Mary Henderson will be a
really pretty accessory to wear this
summer. It will go with everything, and
its small enough to be worn as a
neckerchief too.
It looks intricate to knit but the lace
repeat, which is over six rows, is simple
enough that youll soon find yourself
whizzing through it!
K SHAWL
TOP EDGE
Cast on 5 sts using 4mm needles.
Knit 2 rows. The triangle shape is made by
Row 3 K1, kfb, K1, kfb, K1. [7 sts] increasing 4 sts each row.
Row 4 K2, P3, K2.
Row 5 K2, yo, K1, yo, place stitch
marker, K1, yo, K1, yo, K2. [11 sts]
Row 6 K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Row 7 K2, yo, K3, yo, slip marker, K1,
yo, K3, yo, K2. [15 sts]
Row 8 K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Row 9 K2, yo, K5, yo, slip marker, K1,
yo, K5, yo, K2. [19 sts]
Row 10 K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.

PATTERN SET UP
Row 1 K2, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K1, yo, ssk,
K1, yo, slip marker, K1, yo, K1, k2tog, yo,
K1, yo, ssk, K1, yo, K2. [23 sts]
Row 2 and all even rows K2, purl to
last 2 sts, K2.
Row 3 K2, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K3, yo, ssk,
K1, yo, slip marker, K1, yo, K1, k2tog, yo,
K3, yo, ssk, K1, yo, K2. [27 sts]
Row 5 K2, yo, K4, yo, s2kpo, yo, K4, yo
slip marker, K1, yo, K4, yo, s2kpo, yo,
K4, yo, K2. [31 sts]
PATTERN REPEAT
Row 1 K2, yo, *K1, k2tog, yo, K1, yo,
ssk; rep from * to 1 st before marker,
K1, yo, slip marker, K1, yo, *K1, k2tog,
yo, K1, yo, ssk; rep from * to last 3 sts,
K1, yo, K2. [4 sts increased]
Row 2 and all even rows K2, purl to
last 2 sts, K2.
Row 3 K2, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K3, yo,
*s2kpo, yo, K3, yo; rep from * to 3 sts
before marker, ssk, K1, yo, slip marker,
K1, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K3, yo, *s2kpo, yo,
K3, yo; rep from * to last 5 sts, ssk, K1,
yo, K2. [4 sts increased]
Row 5 K2, yo, K4, *yo, s2kpo, yo, K3;
rep from * to last st before marker K1,
yo, slip marker, K1, yo, K4, *yo, s2kpo,
yo, K3; repeat from * to last 3 sts, K1,
yo, K2. [4 sts increased]
Row 6 K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Rows 1-6 form lace repeat.
The st count increases 12 sts per 6-row
Drape it, wrap it, tie it for easy
summer style.
repeat. Work until you have 355 sts,
ending on row 6 of lace repeat.
EDGING
Row 1 K2, yo, *K2, s2kpo, K2, yo, K1,
yo; rep from * to last 9 sts, K2, s2kpo,
K2, yo, K2.
Row 2 K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Repeat rows 1 and 2 twice more for a
total of 6 edge rows.
FINAL 2 ROWS
Row 1 K2, yo, *K7, yo, K1, yo; rep from
* to last 9 sts, K7, yo, K2.
Row 2 K2, purl to last 2 sts, K2.
Cast off loosely using the 4mm
needle if you would like, or any other
loose cast-off technique.
TO MAKE UP
Soak knitting in handwash detergent
for 20 mins. Squeeze out excess
moisture by rolling it gently in a towel.
Pin out on a dry towel using blocking
wires and pins and leave until the shawl
is completely dry.

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 SOLSTICE
Wear Rhian Drinkwaters lacy ankle socks
with a oaty skirt for effortless summer chic.

add
lit tle St ri pe s of lace
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ST ST 4PLY 2MM
RIB, LACE WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
Q Noro, Taiyo Sock (50% cotton,
17% wool, 17% polyamide, 16%
silk, 100g/420m), 1 ball Shade 58
Q A 2mm circular needle, 80cm
long, or set of 2mm DPNs
Q Stitch markers
For yarn stockists contact
Designer Yarns 01535 664222
www.designeryarns.uk.com
TENSION
Yarn used knits as 4ply to this
tension: 35 sts and 52 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over
st st using 2mm needles
MEASUREMENTS
To fit 20 (21: 22)cm foot
circumference
Length is fully adjustable
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.
SUMMER ACCESSORIES
T
hese cute ankle socks will look
wonderful with pumps or
plimsolls. Team them with shorts
or a skirt to show them off to their full
colourful glory.
The cotton/silk blend in the yarn, plus
the ankle length, makes them ideal for
staying cool in summer. Watching the
colours emerge in Noros Taiyo Sock is
just part of the fun add thesimple,
dainty lace pattern and you wont want
to put your knitting down! The slipped stitches on the heel flap help
to make your socks more durable.
LACE PATTERN
Round 1 P1, yo, k2tog, P1, K2, P1, yo,
k2tog, P1.
Round 2 (P1, K2) 3 times, P1.
Round 3 P1, k2tog, yo, P1, K2, P1,
k2tog, yo, P1.
Round 4 (P1, K2) 3 times, P1.
K CUFF
Cast on 54 (60: 66) stitches, using a
long-tail cast on for elasticity. Join in
the round, being careful not to twist. The lace pattern uses a 4-round repeat
Round 1 K2, P1; repeat to end of and runs down the outside of each sock.
round.
Repeat round 1 for a further 9 rounds,
finishing at the end of round 10.
Resume working in rounds.
RIGHT SOCK Next round Pick up 15 (17: 18) sts down
Round 11 K2, work lace pattern, K to left side of flap, place marker (M1), work
end of round. across top of foot in pattern, place
Last round sets lace pattern placement. marker (M2), then pick up 15 (17: 18) sts
Rounds 1236 Repeat round 11, up right side of flap. [84 (94: 100) sts]
following lace pattern as set. Dec round K to 3 sts before M1, k2tog,
K1, work across top of foot in pattern to
LEFT SOCK M2, K1, ssk, K to end. (2 sts decd)
Round 11 K14 (17: 20), work lace Next round Knit.
pattern, K to end of round. Repeat these 2 rounds until 54 (60: 66)
Last round sets lace pattern. sts remain, continuing in pattern across
Rounds 1236 Repeat round 11, top of foot. The sole of the foot
following lace pattern as set. continues in stocking stitch throughout.
Knit until foot measures 5cm less than
HEEL the length of your foot, ending with an
Turn work. even-numbered lace pattern row.
Row 1 Sl1 pwise, P26 (29: 32), turn.
Row 2 (Sl1, K1) 13 (15: 16) times, SHAPE TOE
K1 (0: 1), turn. K to M1. From now on, round begins
Repeat these 2 rows 12 (14: 15) times immediately after marker 1.
more. [26 (30: 32) rows in total] Next round Knit.
Next row Sl1 pwise, P15 (16: 19), p2tog, Dec round K1, ssk, K to 3 sts before
P1, turn. M2, k2tog, K2 (1 st either side of M2),
Next row Sl1, K6 (5: 8), ssk, K1, turn. ssk, K to 3 st before M1, k2tog, K1.
Next row Sl1, P7 (6: 9), p2tog, P1, turn. (4 sts decd)
Next row Sl1, K8 (7: 10), ssk, K1, turn. Repeat these 2 rounds until 18 (20: 22)
Next row Sl1, P9 (8: 11), p2tog, P1, sts remain. Distribute these so there
turn. are 9 (10: 11) sts on each needle tip.
Continue in this way until all the sts Graft remain 18 (20: 22) sts using
have been used up. Kitchener stitch. Weave in all ends.
150 Thrifty Knits 11
 2fastening
All in one,
with
a hook and eye.

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with a
lacy edge for
evening glamour.

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COLLAR TRIO
Brighten up a plain top, dress or T-shirt with a cute
Peter Pan collar by Miriam McDonald.
 SUMMER ACCESSORIES
K BLACK COLLAR
STOCKING DK 4MM
STITCH WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
Pink collar
Q King Cole, Bamboo Cotton DK
(50% bamboo viscose, 50%
cotton, 100g/230m), 1 ball
Fuchsia (536)
Q A pair of 4mm needles
Q A button
Q A hook and eye
For yarn stockists contact
King Cole, 01535 650230
www.kingcole.co.uk
White collar
Q Patons, 100% Cotton DK
(100% cotton, 100g/210m),
1 ball White (691)
Q A pair of 4mm needles
Q 50cm fine black ribbon
Q 50cm fine white ribbon
For yarn stockists contact
Coats, 01484 681881
www.makeitcoats.com
Black collar
Q Wendy, Supreme Luxury Cotton
DK (100% cotton, 100g/201m),
1 ball Black (1833)
Q A pair of 4mm needles
Q A button
Q 100cm fine black ribbon
For yarn stockists contact
TB Ramsden, 01943 872264
www.tbramsden.co.uk
TENSION
Yarns used knit as DK to this
tension: 24 sts and 32 rows to meas
10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using
4mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
sppo Slip 1 st, purl 1 st, pass
slipped st over
picot cast off (Return last-
worked st from RH needle to LH
needle, cast on 2 sts, cast off 4
sts) to end, fasten off
For a full list, see page 130.
SIDE 1
Cast on 42 sts using 4mm needles.
Row 1 Knit.
Rows 2, 4, 6 & 8 Purl.
Row 3 K15, kfb, (K6, kfb) twice, K9, yf,
k2tog, K1.
Row 5 K16, kfb, (K7, kfb) twice, K9, yf,
k2tog, K1.
Row 7 K17, kfb, (K8, kfb) twice, K7,
k2tog, yf, k2tog, K1.
Row 9 K18, kfb, (K9, kfb) twice, K6,
k2tog, yf, k2tog, K1.
Row 10 P3, sppo, P to end.
Row 11 (K2tog, yf) 24 times, K2tog, K1
Row 12 P to end.
Cast off 3 sts, then continue cast off
using picot cast off (see Abbreviations).
SIDE 2
Cast on 42 sts using 4mm needles.
Row 1 Knit.
Rows 2, 4, 6 & 8 Purl.
Row 3 K1, skpo, yf, K9, (kfb, K6) twice,
kfb, K15.
Row 5 K1, skpo, yf, K9, (kfb, K7) twice,
kfb, K16.
Row 7 K1, skpo, yf, skpo, K7, (kfb, K8)
twice, kfb, K17.
Row 9 K1, skpo, yf, skpo, K6, (kfb, K9)
twice, kfb, K18.
Row 10 P to last 5 sts, p2tog, P3.
Row 11 K1, skpo, (yf, skpo) 24 times.
Row 12 P to end.
Cast off 2 sts, then continue cast off
using picot cast off (see Abbreviations).
TO MAKE UP
Press work. Sew front ends (with the
curve) of both pieces together so
theyre just touching. Sew button
where fronts meet. Fold a length of
black ribbon and sew to back of front
meeting point to create two tails. Cut
2 more lengths of black ribbon and sew
to the top back corners of the collar to
make an adjustable tie.
PINK COLLAR
Cast on 87 sts using 4mm needles.
Row 1 Knit.
Rows 2, 4, 6 & 8 K3, P to last 3 sts, K3.
Row 3 K12, (kfb, K6) 4 times, kfb, K5,
kfb, (K6, kfb) 4 times, K12.
Row 5 K12, (kfb, K7) 4 times, kfb, K7,
kfb, (K7, kfb) 4 times, K12.
Row 7 K3, skpo, K7, (kfb, K8) 4 times,
kfb, K4, kfb, K4, kfb, (K8, kfb) 4 times,
K7, k2tog, K3.
Row 9 K3, skpo, K6, (kfb, K9) 4 times,
kfb, K12, kfb, (K9, kfb) 4 times, K6,
k2tog, K3.
Row 10 K3, p2tog, P to last 5 sts,
p2tog, K3.
Row 11 Skpo, K2, skpo, K3, (kfb, K10) 4
times, kfb, K14, kfb, (K10, kfb) 4 times,
K3, k2tog, K2, k2tog.
Row 12 K3, p2tog, K to last 5 sts,
p2tog, K3.
Row 13 K3, skpo, K1, skpo, K to last 8
sts, k2tog, K1, k2tog, K3.
Row 14 (Skpo) twice, K to last 4 sts,
(k2tog) twice.
Cast off knitwise.
TO MAKE UP
Press work. Sew hook and eye to either
side of collar. Attach button to one
side, right at the edge so it looks like
its between the ends.
WHITE COLLAR
SIDE 1
Cast on 42 sts using 4mm needles.
Row 1 Knit.
Rows 2, 4, 6 & 8 K3, P to end.
Row 3 K15, kfb, (K6, kfb) twice, K12.
Row 5 K16, kfb, (K7, kfb) twice, K12.
Row 7 K17, kfb, (K8, kfb) twice, K7,
k2tog, K3.
Row 9 K18, kfb, (K9, kfb) twice, K6,
k2tog, K3.
Row 10 K3, sppo, P to end.
Row 11 K19, kfb, (K10, kfb) twice, K2,
(k2tog) twice, K3.
Row 12 K3, sppo, P to end.
Row 13 K20, kfb, (K11, kfb) twice,
(k2tog) twice, K2.
Cast off knitwise.
SIDE 2
Cast on 42 sts using 4mm needles.
Row 1 Knit.
Rows 2, 4, 6 & 8 P to last 3 sts, K3.
Row 3 K12, (kfb, K6) twice, kfb, K15.
Row 5 K12, (kfb, K7) twice, kfb, K16.
Row 7 K3, skpo, K7, (kfb, K8) twice, kfb,
K17.
Row 9 K3, skpo, K6, (kfb, K9) twice, kfb,
K18.
Row 10 P to last 5 sts, p2tog tbl, K3.
Row 11 K3, (skpo) twice, K2, (kfb, K10)
twice, kfb, K19.
Row 12 P to last 5 sts, p2tog tbl, K3.
Row 13 K2, (skpo) twice, (kfb, K11)
twice, kfb, K20.
Cast off knitwise.
TO MAKE UP
Press work. Sew front ends (with the
curve) of both pieces together so
theyre just touching. Make a bow using
the black ribbon and sew it in place
where the fronts meet. Cut 2 lengths of
white ribbon and sew to the top back
corners to make an adjustable tie.
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TROPICAL TWIST
Keep all your beach essentials close at hand
with this fun bag by Amanda Jones.

Ideal
stash-busting
project

Th ese lit tle

sq ua re s a re great
fo r kn it ti ng on
th e go !
 SUMMER ACCESSORIES
B
ig and bold, this is the perfect
accessory for a day at the beach.
Each colourful square is knitted
GARTER ST DK 5MM individually and theyre sewn together at
LACE WEIGHT 6MM
the end. Dont forget to make an extra
one for the coin purse you need
somewhere to put that ice cream money!
YOU WILL NEED
Q DMC, Woolly (100% Merino
wool, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each: K BAG
Yarn A Dark Green (082) SQUARE (MAKE 13 IN TOTAL)
Yarn B Orange (10) NOTE Use yarn doubled throughout.
Yarn C Yellow (093) Cast on 59 sts using 6mm needles and
Yarn D Cream (03) Yarn A held doubled.
Yarn E Bright Green (081) Row 1 (RS) K28, s2kpo, K28. [57 sts]
Q A pair of 5mm needles Row 2 K28, P1, K28.
Q A pair of 6mm needles Row 3 K27, s2kpo, K27. [55 sts]
Q Kilt pin (for coin purse) Row 4 K27, P1, K27.
For yarn stockists contact Row 5 K2, (k2tog, yo2, skpo, K1) 4
DMC 0116 275 4000 times, k2tog, yo2, skpo, s2kpo, (k2tog,
www.dmccreative.co.uk yo2, skpo, K1) 5 times, K1. [53 sts]
Row 6 (K4, P1) 5 times, K1, P1, K2, P1,
MEASURMENTS (K4, P1) 4 times, K3.
Each square meas 17x17cm (7x7in) Row 7 K25, s2kpo, K25. [51 sts]
Row 8 K25, P1, K25.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 9 Change to Yarn C, K24, s2kpo,
yo2 wrap yarn around needle K24. [49 sts]
twice Row 10 K24, P1, K24.
For a full list see page 130. Row 11 Change to Yarn B, K23, s2kpo,
K23. [47 sts]
Row 12 K23, P1, K23.
Row 13 K22, s2kpo, K22. [45 sts]
Row 14 K22, P1, K22.
Row 15 K2, (k2tog, yo2, skpo, K1) 3
times, k2tog, yo2, skpo, s2kpo, (k2tog,
yo2, skpo, K1) 4 times, K1. [43 sts]
Row 16 (K4, P1) 4 times, K1, P1, K2, P1,
(K4, P1) 3 times, K3.
Row 17 K20, s2kpo, K20. [41 sts]
19in
50cm
Row 18 K20, P1, K20.
Row 19 Change to Yarn C, K19, s2kpo,
K19. [39 sts]
Row 20 K19, P1, K19.
Row 21 Change to Yarn E, K18, s2kpo,
K18. [37 sts]
Row 22 K18, P1, K18.
50cm Row 23 K17, s2kpo, K17. [35 sts]
19in Row 24 K17, P1, K17.
Row 25 K2, (k2tog, yo2, skpo, K1)
twice, k2tog, yo2, skpo, s2kpo, (k2tog,
yo2, skpo, K1) 3 times, K1. [33 sts]
Row 26 (K4, P1) 3 times, K1, P1, K2, P1,
(K4, P1) twice, K3.
Row 27 K15, s2kpo, K15. [31 sts]
Row 28 K15, P1, K15.
Continue to work decreases as set in
last two rows, working 1 fewer stitch
either side of the sk2po on RS rows and
working a purl st in the centre WS rows,
AT THE SAME TIME, working 2 stripe
as folls:
Working regularly spaced yarn overs Two rows in Yarn A.
every few rows forms the lacy design. Two rows in Yarn C.
The coin purse is made from another
square, like those that make up the bag.
Two rows in Yarn D.
Two rows in Yarn C.
Two rows in Yarn D.
Two rows in Yarn C.
Two rows in Yarn A.
One row in Yarn B.
Change to Yarn E and cont to dec as
set in this colour only until 3 sts rem.
Next row S2kpo, fasten off.
Work 7 more squares this way.
Work 2 squares solely in Yarn B,
2 in Yarn C and 1 in Yarn E.
TO MAKE UP
Join the squares using mattress st as in
the diagram (left), using the square in
Yarn E as the bottom square (shown
folded in the diagram). On the RS using
Yarn A doubled, work a line of chain
stitch along all seams. Sew in all loose
ends and press work.
STRAPS (MAKE 2)
Cast on 9 sts using 5mm needles and
Yarn E held doubled.
Working in garter st, knit every row
until the strap measures 35cm.
Cast off.
Attach the straps to the top points
of the bag.
COIN PURSE
Using any colour you like, make another
square in solid colour but work the rows
in Yarn D as instructed for the multi-
coloured square.
TO MAKE UP
Fold the corners to make an envelope
shape and sew to secure. Use a kilt pin
to fasten.
Make a cord by casting on 25 sts using
5mm needles and Yarn A, and then
casting off on the following row. Attach
cord to the inside of the beach bag and
the corner of the coin purse.
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 Tip Ifleftyouve made the patchwork beach bag on page 14 youll have plenty of yarn
over to make this pretty glasses case as well! Hows that for forward thinking?
The matching set will look fantastic together on your holiday.

ST ST, G ST ARAN 6MM

FAIR ISLE WEIGHT 3MM

YOU WILL NEED

Q DMC, Woolly (100% Merino
wool, 50g/125m) 1 ball of each:
Yarn A Orange (10)
Yarn B Yellow (093)
Yarn C Cream (03)
Yarn D Bright Green (081)
Q A pair of 6mm needles
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q 2 large self-cover buttons
For yarn stockists contact
DMC 0116 275 4000
www.dmccreative.co.uk

TENSION
Yarn used knits as aran (or DK
held double) to this tension:
18 sts and 23 rows to meas
10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using
6mm needles and yarn held
double

MEASUREMENTS
17x9cm (7x3in)

ABBREVIATIONS
K2A Knit 2 sts in Yarn A (K2B is
K2 in Yarn B and so on for the
other colours)
LIME SUNDAE
Protect your shades from scratches with
P2A Purl 2 sts in Yarn A (P2B is
P2 in Yarn B and so on for the Amanda Jones funky glasses case.
other colours)
For a full list see page 130.
K SUNGLASSES CASE
Cast on 30 sts using 6mm needles and
Yarn B held double.
Rows 16 Using Yarn B, knit.
Row 7 (RS) Using Yarn C, knit.
Row 8, 12, 18 & 22 Purl.
Row 9 K2C, (K2A, K2C) to end.
Row 10 P2C, (P2A, P2C) to end.
Row 11 Using Yarn C, knit.
Rows 1316 Using Yarn B, knit.
Row 17 (RS) Using Yarn C, knit.
Row 19 K2C, (K2D, K2C) to end.
Row 20 P2C, (P2D, P2C) to end.
Row 21 Using Yarn C, knit.
Rows 2325 Using Yarn B, knit.
Break yarn. Slip sts to RH needle.
Rows 2631 As rows 1722.
Rows 3235 Using Yarn B, knit.
Rows 3641 As rows 712.
Rows 4247 Using Yarn B, knit.
The buttons are covered with a small FLAP SHAPING
piece of fabric knitted in garter stitch. Rows 1 & 2 Ssk, K to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Row 3 Ssk, K3, cast off 2 sts, K11,
castoff 2 sts, K4, k2tog.
Row 4 Ssk, K4, cast on 2 sts, K12,
caston 2 sts, K2, k2tog. [22 sts]
Rep rows 1 & 2 once more.
Cast off.
COVERED BUTTONS
Cast on 5 sts using 3mm needles and
Yarn A held single.
Working in garter stitch, knit 1 row then
inc 1 st at beg of next 6 rows. [11 sts]
Work 3 rows straight.
Dec 1 st at beg of next 6 rows. [5 sts]
Cast off leaving a long tail.
Use tail to work a running st around
edge of cover. Place button lid in the
centre, pull thread tight and secure.
Position base and snap.
TO MAKE UP
Fold along the centre of the 3rows in
Yarn B. Join sides. Attach buttons.

16 150 Thrifty Knits

 SUMMER ACCESSORIES

STOCKING DK 3MM
STITCH WEIGHT

YOU WILL NEED

Q DMC, Woolly (100% Merino
wool, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each:
Yarn A Orange (10)
Yarn B Yellow (093)
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q A green button
For yarn stockists contact
DMC 0116 275 4000
www.dmccreative.co.uk

TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 28 sts and 40 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over
st st using 3mm needles

SIZE
Approx 15cm (6in) diameter

ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.

SUN SEEKER
K FLOWER
OUTER FLOWER (MAKE 5)
Cast on 4 sts using 3mm needles and
Yarn A.
Row 1 (WS) Purl.
Row 2 (RS) K1, kfb, kfb, K1. [6 sts]
Get in on the oral trend with this simple
Row 3 Purl. but effective ower by Kirstie McLeod.
Row 4 K2, kfb, kfb, K2. [8 sts]
Row 5 Purl.
Row 6 K3, kfb, kfb, K3. [10 sts] Row 24 K1, k2tog, knit to the last 3 sts, Row 7 Purl.
Row 7 Purl. k2tog, K1. [10 sts] Rows 89 Starting with P row, work in st st.
Row 8 K4, kfb, kfb, K4. [12 sts] Row 25 Purl. Row 10 (RS) K1, k2tog, knit to the last
Row 9 Purl. Row 26 K1, k2tog, knit to the last 3 sts, 3 sts, k2tog, K1. [8 sts]
Row 10 K5, kfb, kfb, K5. [14 sts] k2tog, K1. [8 sts] Row 11 Purl.
Row 11 Purl. Row 27 K1, (k2tog) 3 times, K1. [5 sts] Row 12 K1, k2tog, knit to the last 3 sts,
Row 12 K6, kfb, kfb, K6. [16 sts] Row 28 Purl. k2tog, K1. [6 sts]
Row 13 Purl. Row 29 K1, sl1, k2tog, psso, K1. [3 sts] Row 13 Purl.
Row 14 K7, kfb, kfb, K7. [18 sts] Row 30 P3tog. Row 14 K1, (k2tog) 3 times, K1. [5 sts]
Row 15 Purl. Fasten off. Row 15 Purl.
Row 16 K1, k2tog, knit to the last 3 sts, Row 16 K1, sl1, k2tog, psso, K1. [3 sts]
k2tog, K1. INNER FLOWER (MAKE 5) Row 17 P3tog.
Rows 17-19 Starting with P row, work in Cast on 4 sts using 3mm needles and Fasten off.
st st. Yarn B.
Row 20 (RS) K1, k2tog, knit to the last Row 1 (WS) Purl. TO MAKE UP
3 sts, k2tog, K1. [14 sts] Row 2 (RS) K1, kfb, kfb, K1. [6 sts] Weave in all loose ends. With matching
Row 21 Purl. Row 3 Purl. yarn join the petals at the base to make
Row 22 K1, k2tog, knit to the last 3 sts, Row 4 K2, kfb, kfb, K2. [8 sts] a flower shape in each colour. Secure
k2tog, K1. [12 sts] Row 5 Purl. the two flowers together and add the
Row 23 Purl. Row 6 K3, kfb, kfb, K3. [10 sts] button to the centre. Attach to hat.

150 Thrifty Knits 17

BUTTERFLY
BLUE
Knit Rhian Drinkwaters
sweet and simple socks to
match your pretty outfits.

Cute and
easy ankle
socks

Woo l and
po ly amide is th e
pe rfect co m b o
fo r so ft and
ha rd -wea ri ng
so cks.
 SUMMER ACCESSORIES
ST ST 4PLY 2MM
LACE WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
QCygnet, Truly Wool Rich 4Ply
(75% wool, 25% polyamide,
50g/205m), 1 ball of
Turquoise (563)
QA 2mm circular needle,
80cm long
For yarn stockists contact
Cygnet 01274 743374
www.cygnetyarns.com
SIZE
To fit a womens medium 21cm
(8in) circumference foot.
Length is variable.
TENSION
Yarn used knits as 4ply to this
tension: 34 sts and 50 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over
st st using 2mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.
W
ith a summery motif in a
vibrant colour, these pretty
ankle socks are perfect for
showing off under a pair of strappy
sandals. Theyre ideal for warm days
when you dont want a longer sock. The
lace pattern is gorgeous, with a delicate
butterfly on the top of the foot echoed
in smaller, simpler butterflies around
the ankle.
Designer Rhian Drinkwater says: I
wanted to design something that said
summer! I also wanted to make sure
theyre practical, so Ive used a yarn
thats machine-washable.
STITCH PATTERNS
SMALL BUTTERFLIES (CHART A)
Round 1 K5, yo, K2, sl2, K1, p2sso, K2,
yo, K4.
Round 2 K6, yo, K1, sl2, K1, p2sso, K1,
yo, K5.
Round 3 K7, yo, sl2, K1, p2sso, yo, K6.
Round 4 K6, yo, K1, sl2, K1, p2sso, K1,
yo, K5.
Round 5 K5, yo, K2, sl2, K1, p2sso, K2,
yo, K4.
LARGE BUTTERFLY (CHART B)
Round 1 K2, k2tog, yo, yo, ssk, K19,
k2tog, yo, yo, ssk, K3.
Round 2 K3, P1, K22, P1, K5.
Round 3 K5, yo, ssk, K17, k2tog, yo, K6.
Round 4 K32.
Round 5 K6, yo, ssk, K15, k2tog, yo, K7.
Round 6 K7, yo, ssk, K13, k2tog, yo, K8.
Round 7 K5, k2tog, yo, K1, yo, ssk, K11,
k2tog, yo, K1, yo, ssk, K6.
Round 8 K4, k2tog, yo, K3, yo, ssk, K9,
k2tog, yo, K3, yo, ssk, K5.
Round 9 K3, k2tog, yo, K5, yo, ssk, K3,
yo, ssk, K2, k2tog, yo, K5, yo, ssk, K4.
Round 10 K32.
Round 11 K2, k2tog, yo, K1, k2tog, yo,
yo, ssk, K2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, K1, yo,
ssk, k2tog, yo, K2, k2tog, yo, yo, ssk,
K1, yo, ssk, K3.
Round 12 K6, P1, K16, P1, K8.
Round 13 (K1, k2tog, yo) twice, (K2, yo,
ssk) twice, yo, sl2, K1, p2sso, yo, (k2tog,
yo, K2) twice, yo, ssk, K1, yo, ssk, K2.
Round 14 K32.
Round 15 K3, yo, ssk, K9, yo, sl2, K1,
p2sso, yo, K9, k2tog, yo, K4.
Round 16 K4, yo, ssk, K19, k2tog, yo, K5.
Round 17 K2, k2tog, yo, K3, yo, ssk, K5,
yo, sl2, K1, p2sso, yo, K5, k2tog, yo, K3,
yo, ssk, K3.
Round 18 K32.
Round 19 K1, k2tog, yo, K2, k2tog, yo,
K1, yo, ssk, K4, yo, sl2, K1, p2sso, yo,
K4, k2tog, yo, K1, (yo, ssk, K2) twice.
Round 20 K32.
Round 21 K2tog, yo, K2, (k2tog, yo, K3,
yo, ssk, K1) twice, k2tog, yo, K3, yo, ssk,
K2, yo, ssk, K1.
Round 22 K32.
Round 23 K2, yo, ssk, K2, yo, ssk, yo,
K2, k2tog, yo, K1, yo, sl2, K1, p2sso, yo,
K1, yo, ssk, K2, yo, k3tog, yo, K2, k2tog,
yo, K3.
Round 24 K32.
Round 25 K3, yo, ssk, K2, yo, ssk, K1,
k2tog, yo, K7, yo, ssk, K1, k2tog, yo, K2,
k2tog, yo, K4.
Round 26 K9, k2tog, yo, K9, yo, ssk,
K10.
Round 27 K4, yo, ssk, K2, k2tog, yo,
K11, yo, ssk, K2, k2tog, yo, K5.
Round 28 K7, k2tog, yo, K13, yo, ssk,
K8.
Round 29 K5, yo, k3tog, yo, K15, yo,
sssk, yo, K6.
Round 30 K5, k2tog, yo, K17, yo, ssk,
K6.
K SOCKS
NOTE The socks are worked from the
toe up to the ankle.
TOE
Cast on 20 sts (10 sts on each needle)
using Judys Magic Cast On. If you
dont know how to do this particular
cast-on you can find a tutorial here:
http://bit.ly/1d8g3zh. Alternatively, use
another toe-up cast-on such as a
Figure-8 cast-on.
Round 1 Knit, ensuring you knit into
the back loops of the second 10 sts to
re-orientate them (if using Judys Magic
Cast On).
Round 2 K1, M1R, K8, M1L, K1; repeat.
Round 3 Knit.
Round 4 K1, M1R, K10, M1L, K1; repeat.
Round 5 Knit.
Continue in this manner (adding 4 sts
every other round) until there are 64 sts
total; 32 on the top of the foot and 32
on the sole.
FOOT
Knit in st st (knit every round) for 5cm.
Work Large Butterfly pattern across the
top of the foot, continuing in st st for
the sole.
Knit in st st for a further 6cm, or until
work meas 6cm less than the length
of your foot.
HEEL
Row 1 K63, wrap and turn.
Row 2 P30, wrap and turn.
Row 3 Knit to 1 st before wrapped st,
wrap and turn.
150 Thrifty Knits 19
 Tip Knitted socks are a great staple for summer because wool is a naturally
breathable fibre. Combine that with a little bit of lace, a fine weight of yarn
and a short ankle style and you have the perfect summer socks for any shoes.

Row 4 Purl to 1 st before wrapped st, CHART A

5
wrap and turn. 4
3
Repeat rows 3 & 4 until there are 12 sts 2
remaining between the wrapped sts 1
15 10 5
(10 wrapped sts on each side).
Next row Knit to first wrapped st, knit
wrap together with st, wrap and turn. CHART B
Next row Purl to first wrapped st, purl 30
29
wrap together with st, wrap and turn. 28
27
Next row Knit to first wrapped st, knit 2 26
25
wraps together with st, wrap and turn. 24
23
Next row Purl to first wrapped st, purl 2 22
wraps together with st, wrap and turn. 21
20
Rep last 2 rows to last st on a knit row. 19
18
Knit the 2 wraps together with the st, 17
16 KEY
then continue in the round. 15
14 K on RS, P on WS (empty square)
When you come to the wrapped st on 13
12 P on RS, K on WS
the other side, pick up 1 st before it, 11
then knit the wraps together with the st. 10 yo
9
Continue to work in the round in st st. 8 ssk
7
When you come to the picked up st, 6 K2tog
5
knit it together with the st after it to 4 K3tog
3
bring the st count back to 64. 2 Sl1, K2tog, psso
Knit 5 rounds. 1
SL2 tog knitwise, K1, psso
30 25 20 15 10 5
Knit Small Butterflies pattern, repeating
4 times around sock.
Knit 5 rounds.
Final round Cast on 2 sts onto left HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS
needles. Cast off 4 sts, then slip st on Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read every
right needle back to left; repeat to end row from right to left (socks are knitted in the round).
of round, then weave in ends. A row of squares represents a row of knitting.

ITS ALL IN THE DETAIL

The simple butterfly lacework pattern

contrasts well with the stocking stitch.

These short ankle socks are so dainty theyll be a hit with teens as well as adults. The
pattern fits a 21cm circumference foot, but you can adjust the length to fit perfectly.
Cygnets Truly Wool Rich 4Ply yarn comes in 23 shades, including bright Raspberry, A clever cast off creates the picot style
Lilac and Geranium perfect for summer parties and special days out. edge a cute finish youll love.

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TwistY heaDband ChunkY banGles

FestiVal fAshioN
Get ready to rave with these must-have accessories
that will complete your look with pizzaz!

ButtoN belT Welly topperS

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 ChunkY banGles TwistY heaDband
YOU WILL NEED BRACELET 1 YOU WILL NEED HEADBAND
Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 12 sts using 4mm needles. Q Rooster, Almerino Cast on 17 sts using 4mm needles.
your stash Garter st 8 rows. St st 6 rows. Work these 14 DK (50% baby Work in st st until work meas 15cm.
Q A pair of 4mm rows 5 times. Work 8 rows g st. alpaca, 50% Merino
needles Cast off. wool, CABLE PATTERN
Q An empty, clean, 50g/113m), 1 ball Row 1 P2, K6, P1, K6, P2.
2-litre plastic fizzy BRACELET 2 Starfish (218) Row 2 and all even rows K2, P6, K1, P6,
drink bottle Cast on 10 sts using 4mm needles. Q A pair of 4mm K2.
Q Sandpaper or Row 1 Knit. Row 2 Purl. Row 3 P1, K9. needles Row 3 P2, K6, P1, K6, P2.
emery board Row 4 P8, K2. Row 5 P3, K7. Row 6 P6, K4. Q Cable needle Row 5 P2, slip 3 sts onto cable needle and
Row 7 P5, K5. Row 8 P4, K6. Row 9 P7, K3. Q 2 stitch markers hold at back of work, K3, K3 from cable
ABBREVIATIONS Row 10 P2, K8. Row 11 K9, P1. Row 12 Purl. Q Tapestry needle needle, P1, slip 3 sts to cable needle and
For a full list, see Rep these 12 rows until knitting meas 23cm. hold at front of work, K3, K3 from cable
page 130. Cast off. TENSION needle, P2.
Yarn used knits as DK Row 7 P2, K6, P1, K6, P2.
BRACELET 3 to this tension: 21 sts Row 8 K2, P6, K1, P6, K2.
Cast on 12 sts using 4mm needles. Work a 2x2 and 28 rows to meas Rep the 8 row cable pattern until thework
rib until knitting meas 23cm. 10x10cm (4x4in) over meas 35cm from cast-on edge, ending
Cast off. stst using 4mm with a row 8 of pattern.
needles Place a marker in the middle of the row.
TO MAKE UP Continue working in st st for another 15cm
Cut 3 x 2.5cm strips of plastic bottle around ABBREVIATIONS from marker.
PATTERN BY MONICA RUSSEL

the circumference. Round off both the ends, For a full list, see Cast off.
PATTERN BY LOUISE BUTT

and smooth away sharp edges with the page 130.

sandpaper or emery board. TO MAKE UP
For all 3 bracelets: with RS facing, join the long Place the 2 ends together with RS facing.
edges. Turn bracelets RS out and thread Join, using mattress stitch.
through a piece of the plastic bottle. Join the
open ends together.

Welly topperS ButtoN belT

YOU WILL NEED TOPPERS YOU WILL NEED BELT
Q Stylecraft, Life Cast on 67 sts using 5mm needles. Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 11 sts using 4mm needles.
Chunky (75% Row 1 (RS) P2, (K3, P2) to end of row. your stash Row 1 P2, ssk, (yon, K1) 3 times, yon,
acrylic, 25% wool, Row 2 K2, (P3, K2) to end of row. Q A pair of 4mm K2tog, P2.
100g/148m), 1 ball Row 3 P2, (K3, P2) to end of row. needles Row 2 K2, P9, K2.
Raspberry Marl Q Four buttons Row 3 P2, ssk, K5, k2tog, P2.
(2347) TWIST PATTERN Row 4 K2, P7, K2.
Q A pair of 5mm Row 1 K2, (p3tog, K2) to end of row. ABBREVIATIONS Work until belt meas 20cm longer than the
needles Row 2 P2, (yf, K1, yrn) to end of row. For a full list, see intended wearers waist measurement,
Row 3 K2, (P3, K2) to end of row. page 130. ending on row 4 of the pattern.
TENSION Row 4 P2, (K3, P2) to end of row. Work garter st for 7.5cm.
Yarn used knits as Repeat this 4-row pattern 3 times more, Cast off.
chunky to this tension: ending with row 4.
14 sts and 20 rows to Continue to work rows 3 & 4 to form a P2, K3 TO MAKE UP
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) rib until the knitting measures 15cm from the Press and block the belt on the WS.
over stst using cast-on edge, ending with row 3. Add buttons to the garter st panel using
5mm needles Next row (RS) P2, (k2tog, P2) to end of row. eyelets in belt and photo as a guide.
Next row K2, (P2, K2) to end of row.
ABBREVIATIONS Rep these last 2 rows until work meas 23cm.
For a full list, see Cast off.
page 130.
TO MAKE UP
Sew up the side seams and weave in any
loose ends.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

PATTERN BY LOUISE BUTT

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Rose BroocH

FloraL finEsse
Express your inner lower child with these sweet
accessories that will brighten up any outfit.

roSe coRsage HeadbanD

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YOU WILL NEED FLOWER Row 15 Sl2, K1, p2sso. [1 st]
Q King Cole, Merino Cast on 96 sts using 4mm needles and Fasten off yarn and pull.
Blend DK (100% Yarn A.
pure new wool, Row 1 (RS) Knit. TO MAKE UP
150g/112m), 1 ball Row 2 (WS) Purl. Coil the flower into shape. Tie the ends at the
of each: Row 3 K2tog 12 times, K to end. centre back of the flower.
Yarn A Scarlet (9) Row 4 *Purl to last 12 sts, p2tog 6 times. Using Yarn C, make 5 bullion knot stitches in
Yarn B Olive (69) Row 5 Cast off the first 5 sts, k2tog, pass the the centre of the flower.
Yarn C Gold (55) last cast-off stitch (i.e. 5th stitch) over, (k2tog) Fix the leaves at the back of the flower with the
Q 4mm needles 11 times more, K to end. RS facing.
Q Brooch pin Rows 68 Rep all from * once more, then row Weave in ends. Attach a brooch pin at the back
4 once. of the flower.
TENSION Row 9 Cast off the first 5 sts, k2tog, pass the
Yarn used knits as DK last cast off stitch (i.e. 5th stitch) over, (k2tog)
to this tension: 22 sts 11 times more. [12 sts]
and 28 rows to meas Row 10 P2tog 6 times. [6 sts]
10x10cm (4x4in) over Cast off.
st st using 4mm
needles LEAF (MAKE 2)
Cast on 3 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn B.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 1 (RS) K1, [(K1, yo) twice, K1] into the
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

For a full list, see next st, K1. [7 sts]

page 130. Row 2 & every alt row Purl.
Row 3 K3, [(K1, yo) twice, K1] into the next st,
K3. [11 sts]
Row 5 Knit.
Row 7 K4, sl2, K1, p2sso, K4. [9 sts] The edges curl
Row 9 K3, sl2, K1, p2sso, K3. [7 sts] in a pretty and
Row 11 K2, sl2, K1, p2sso, K2. [5 sts] realistic way.
Row 13 K1, sl2, K1, p2sso, K1. [3 sts]

HeadbanD Rose CorsagE

YOU WILL NEED ROSE
YOU WILL NEED FLOWER (MAKE 5)
Q Rooster, Almerino Cast on 4 sts using your colour of choice and Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 30 sts using 6mm needles and
DK (50% baby 4mm needles. your stash in pink the pink yarn.
alpaca, 50% Merino Row 1 K4, turn. and green Row 1 Knit.
wool, 50g/113m), Row 2 In the first stitch (K1, P1, K1tbl, P1, Q A pair of 6mm Row 2 Purl.
1 ball of each: K1tbl) turn, K5, turn, P5, turn, K5, turn, needles Row 3 K20, turn.
Starfish (218) (p2tog) twice, then P1. Place the yarn to the Q Brooch back Row 4 Sl1, P to end of row.
Cornish (201) back of your work. On the RH needle (with Row 5 K10, turn.
Brighton Rock (211) the 3 rem sts) slip the 2nd and 3rd sts over ABBREVIATIONS Row 6 Sl1, P9.
Q A pair of 4mm the 1st stitch. For a full list, see Row 7 Knit to end of row.
needles Row 3 Purl remaining sts on LH needle. page 130. Row 8 Purl to end of row.
Q Five ready-made Repeat rows 1-3 three times and then rows Cast off.
pompoms, approx 1 and 2 once more.
76cm flexiblejersey Cast off rem sts purlwise. LEAVES (MAKE 2)
for headband, Cast on 3 sts using 6mm needles and the
oraready-made TO MAKE UP green yarn.
headband, a Sew the cast-on edge and cast-off edge of Row 1 Kfb, K1, kfb. [5 sts]
tapestry needle each flower together. Sew 1 pompom in the Row 2 Purl.
centre of each flower. Row 3 Kfb, K3, kfb. [7 sts]
TENSION Sew 1 flower in the centre of the length of Row 4 Purl.
Yarn used knits as DK jersey and space the other flowers 6cm apart Row 5 Knit.
to this tension: 21 sts across the front of the band. The ties can be Row 6 P2tog, P3, p2tog. [5 sts]
and 28 rows to meas knotted oncethe band is on your head. Row 7 Knit.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 8 P2tog, P1, p2tog. [3 sts]
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD
PATTERN BY MONICA RUSSEL

stst using 4mm Row 9 Sl1, k2tog, psso.

needles Cast off.

ABBREVIATIONS TO MAKE UP
For a full list, see Weave in all loose ends. Roll the rose up
page 130. and sew the base together so its secure,
then sew the leaves in place. Attach the
brooch back to the base of the rose.

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Be prepared for whatever the summer weather brings
with Kirstie McLeods fab welly toppers!

1withGoa girly
bright
colour and a bow.
3 Opt for chic
texture with cables
in cream yarn.

2 Add so me fu nky
stri pe s - so stri ki ng
w ith plai n welli es.
 Tip Because these toppers each use a small amount of yarn, you could raid your stash for
yarn left over from other projects. This is especially so for the striped version. If you
have very small lengths (from a Fair Isle sweater, maybe?), try stripes in several colours.

W
elly toppers really are the
most appealing things,
adding a splash of colour to
ST ST, RIB CHUNKY 8MM any old pair of boots or wellies. This trio
CABLE WEIGHT
from Kirstie McLeod give you the option
to go for vibrant colour and bows, jazzy
stripes or a texture-rich cream cabled
YOU WILL NEED pair. Whether you end up wearing them
Q King Cole, Magnum Chunky on a camping trip this summer or saving
(25% wool, 75% acrylic, them for colder weather in autumn, we
100g/110m) think they make up the perfect
Bow toppers collection of quick knits. Why not knit all
2 balls of Aqua (348) three sets of welly toppers so that youll
Striped toppers have a pair to suit every outfit?
1 ball of each: Kirstie says: Wellies are a necessity
Damson (345) and Fern (346) even in summer. They can be quite plain
Cable toppers so I came up with something practical
2 balls of Champagne (10) and attractive you could use to spice
Q A set of 8mm DPNs them up. For a quirky look, switch the order of
Q Cable needle the stripes on the second topper.
For yarn stockists contact
King Cole 01535 650230 K BOW BOOT TOPPER (MAKE 2)
www.kingcole.co.uk Cast on 48 sts using 8mm DPNs and
Aqua yarn. Place 16 sts on 3 needles. measures 11cm.
TENSION Join into the round, placing a stitch Knit 2 rounds.
Yarn used knits as chunky to this marker to mark the beginning of Change to Fern yarn and knit 2 rounds.
tension: 12 sts and 18 rows to the round. Change to Damson yarn and knit 2
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st Round 1 (K2, P2); repeat to end of rounds.
using 8mm needles round. Repeat these last 2 rounds until the
Repeat round 1 until the knitting knitting measures 20cm.
ABBREVIATIONS measures 11cm. Cast off.
C6F Cable 6 front: place next Next round Knit.
3 sts on cable needle at front of Continue to knit each round until the Weave in all loose ends.
work, K next 3 sts, K 3 sts from knitting measures 22cm from the
cable needle cast-on edge. CABLE BOOT TOPPER (MAKE 2)
For a full list, see page 130. Cast off. Cast on 48 sts using 8mm DPNs and
Champagne yarn. Place 16 sts on each
BOW (MAKE 2) of 3 needles. Join into the round,
Cast on 8 sts using 8mm DPNs and placing a stitch marker to mark the
Aqua yarn. beginning of the round.
Row 1 Knit. Round 1 (K2, P2); repeat to end
Row 2 Purl. of round.
Continue to work in st st until the Repeat round 1 until the knitting
knitting measures 12cm from the measures 11cm.
cast-on edge. Next 4 rounds (K6, P2); repeat to end
Cast off. of round.
Next round (C6F, P2); repeat to end
TO MAKE UP of round.
Weave in all loose ends on toppers Next round (K6, P2); repeat to end
and bows. Form the bow shape by of round.
wrapping spare yarn round the centre Repeat these 6 round 2 times more.
of the knitting and pulling tight. Fasten Next round (K6, P2); repeat to end
the yarn off and attach to boot topper. of round.
Cast off in pattern.
STRIPED BOOT TOPPER (MAKE 2)
Cast on 48 sts using 8mm DPNs and Weave in all loose ends.
Damson yarn. Place 16 sts on each of 3
needles. Join into the round, placing a
stitch marker to mark the beginning of
the round.
Round 1 (K2, P2); repeat to end of
To add contrast in colour and texture, round.
try ribbon instead of a knitted bow. Repeat round 1 until the knitting

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BangleS Flip-Flop boW

Beach stylE
Turn heads on the sand with these super-quick,
super-stylish accessories.

SummeR floweR Wavy baG

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 Flip-Flop boW BangleS
YOU WILL NEED BOW YOU WILL NEED KNITTED BANGLES
Q Rico Design, Cast on 5 sts using 3mm needles. Q Any DK, aran or Cast on 12 sts using needles stated.
Essentials Merino Starting with a knit row, st st 2 rows. chunky yarn from Row 1 Knit.
DK (100% Merino ** Next row Kfb, K to last st, kfb. [7 sts] your stash Row 2 Purl.
wool, 50g/120m), Next row Purl. Q For chunky use
Next row Kfb, K to last st, kfb. [9 sts] 5mm dpns; for Cont in st st until work fits around bangle.
1 ball Azalea (004)
Next row Purl. aran use 4mm Cast off.
Q A pair of 3mm
Starting with a knit row, st st 2 rows. dpns; for DK use
needles
Next row K2tog, K to last 2 sts, k2tog. 3mm dpns TO MAKE UP
Q Oddments of
[7 sts] Q Bangles Sew the cast-on ends together, put the
cream DK yarn,
Next row Purl. bangle inside the knitting and slip stitch the
tapestry needle Next row K2tog, K to last 2 sts, k2tog. [5 sts] ABBREVIATIONS knitting closed. Fasten off the yarn.
Next row Purl.** For a full list, see
TENSION
Starting with a knit row, st st 4 rows. page 130.
Yarn used knits as DK
Repeat from ** to **.
to this tension: 22 sts
Work 2 rows in st st.
and 28 rows to meas
Cast off.
10x10cm (4x4in) over
stst using 3mm
BAND
needles
Cast on 3 sts using 3mm needles.
Starting with a knit row, work in st st for 3cm.
ABBREVIATIONS Cast off.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

For a full list, see

page 130. TO MAKE UP
Weave in loose ends. With the cream yarn, Swiss
darn over a few stitches for the dotty pattern.
Join cast-on and cast-off ends to form a tube,
You could add
then with seam at back, wrap the band round
sequins, beads
the middle of the bow and sew in place. Attach and buttons.
to flip-flops.

Wavy baG SummeR floweR

YOU WILL NEED STITCH PATTERN YOU WILL NEED FLOWER (MAKE 5)
Q King Cole, Row 1 Knit. Row 2 Purl. Row 3 *(P2tog) twice, (m1, K1) 3 Q Rico Design, Cast on 3 sts using 3mm needles and Lilac.
Bamboo Cotton times, m1, (p2tog) twice; rep from * to end of row. Cotton Soft DK Row 1 and all alt rows Purl.
(50% cotton, Row 4 Purl. (50% cotton, 50% Row 2 Kfb, K1, kfb. [5 sts]
50% bamboo, acrylic, 50g/ Row 4 Kfb, K3, kfb. [7 sts]
SIDES (MAKE 2) Row 6 Kfb, K5, kfb. [9 sts]
100g/230m), 125m), 1 ball of
Cast on 66 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn A. Row 8 Kfb, K7, kfb. [11 sts]
1 ball of each: each: Lilac (008),
Work 4 rows g st. Work 2 reps of pattern. Row 10 Kfb, K9, kfb. [13 sts]
Yarn A Blue (521), Pistachio (005)
Change to Yarn B. Work 2 reps of pattern. Starting with a P row, st st 5 rows.
Yarn B Ice (518), Change to Yarn C. Work 2 reps of pattern.
Q A pair of 3mm
Next row K2tog, K to last 2 sts, k2tog. [11 sts]
Yarn C Peacock needles
Work all 3 colours a total of 4 times. Next row P2tog, P to last 2 sts, p2tog. [9 sts]
(531) Cast off. (This edge is the base of the bag.) Q A button Rep these last 2 rows until 3 sts remain.
Q A pair of 4mm Q A brooch pin Cast off.
needles STRAP
Q 1.8m of 2.5cm-wide Cast on 10 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn A. MEASUREMENTS LEAF
tape, Row 1 Knit. Row 2 Purl. Row 3 Knit. Row 4 Knit. 12cm circumference Cast on 3 sts using 3mm needles and
Q Sewing thread to Rep these 4 rows for approx 53cm (to cover half the Pistachio.
base and one side of the bag), ending with row 2. ABBREVIATIONS Row 1 and all alt rows Purl.
match yarn A,
Next row Cast on 5 sts using cable method at beg of For a full list, see Row 2 Kfb, K1, kfb. [5 sts]
Q A button
row, K across all 15 sts. page 130. Row 4 Kfb, K3, kfb. [7 sts]
TENSION Next row Cast on 5 sts using cable method at beg of Row 6 Kfb, K5, kfb. [9 sts]
row, K across all 20 sts. Row 8 Kfb, K7, kfb. [11 sts]
Yarn used knits as
Cont in patt for 70cm, ending with row 2. Starting with a P row, st st 5 rows.
DK to this tension:
Next row Cast off 5 sts, K across rem sts. Next row K2tog, K to last 2 sts, k2tog. [11 sts]
22 sts and 28 rows to
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Next row Cast off 5 sts, K across rem sts. Next row Purl.
meas 10x10cm
PATTERN BY LOUISE BUTT

Cont in pattern until this 3rd section meas same as 1st Rep these last 2 rows until 3 sts remain.
(4x4in) over stst section, ending with row 3. Cast off. Next row K3tog.
using 4mm needles Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
ABBREVIATIONS Stitch tape down centre of WS of strap. Fold edges TO MAKE UP
For a full list, see over tape and join. With WS facing, join first narrow Weave in all loose ends. Fold petals in half and
page 130. section of strap to base and side of bag, starting at join cast-on edges together to form a simple
centre of bag base. Rep for other side of strap. flower shape. Attach button to RS of flower.
Sew leaf to back of flower, sew on brooch pin.
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VintaGe stylE

Lacy HeadbAnds
Show off your crowning glory at its best with
one of these great-looking headbands.

Light lacE SlimlIne bAndo

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YOU WILL NEED HILLS AND VALLEY LACE STITCH BAND FOR MIDDLE
Q UK Alpaca, DK (70% NOTE Work with a multiple of 13 sts. NOTE This can be omitted if a plain headband
superfine alpaca, Rows 1-4 *K1, P1; rep from * to last st K1 is preferred.
30% Bluefaced (moss stitch). Cast on 11 sts using 4mm needles.
Leicester wool, Row 5 P1, *sl1, K1, psso, K3, yo, K1, yo, K3, Next row Knit through back of loops.
50g/112m), 2 balls k2tog, P2; rep from * to last st, P1. Row 1 *K1, P1; rep from * to last st, K1.
Wine Row 6, 8, 10 &12 Purl. Repeat row 1 until work meas approx 12cm.
Q A pair of 4mm Row 7 P1, *sl1, K1, psso, K2, yo, K3, yo, K2, Wrap your strip around the headband where
needles k2tog, P2; rep from * to last st, P1. you joined the seam and join it with RS facing
Q A pair of 4mm Row 9 P1, *sl1, K1, psso, K1, yo, k2tog, yo, K1, using a mattress st.
needles yo, sl1, K1, psso, yo, K1, k2tog, P2; rep from *
Q A stitch holder to last st, P1.
Row 11 P1, *sl1, K1, psso, yo, k2tog, yo, K3,
TENSION yo, sl1, K1, psso, yo, k2tog, P2; rep from * to
Yarn used knits as DK last st, P1.
to this tension: 16 sts
and 26 rows to meas MAIN HEADBAND PATTERN
10x10cm (4x4in) over Cast on 91 sts using 4mm needles.
lace pattern using Knit through back of loops to form a
4mm needles neat edge.
Row 1 *K1, P1; rep from * to last st, K1.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 2 *P1, K1; rep from * to last st, P1.
PATTERN BY MONICA RUSSEL

For a full list, see Change to 4mm needles.

page 130. Work rows 1-12 of Hills and Valley pattern
twice and then repeat rows 1-4 once more.
Change to 4mm needles.
Next 2 rows as rows 1 and 2 of ribbing. Ruching the
Cast off. headband gives it
With RS facing, join the seams using a a trendy retro look.
mattress st.

SlimlIne bAndo Light lace

YOU WILL NEED HEADBAND
YOU WILL NEED HEADBAND
Q Wendy, Supreme Cast on 8 sts using 3mm needles. Q Wendy, Supreme Cast on 10 sts using 3mm needles.
Cotton 4ply (100% Row 1 (RS) Knit. cotton 4ply (100% Row 1 (RS) Knit.
mercerized cotton, Row 2 (WS) Purl. mercerized Row 2 (WS) Purl.
100g/267m), 1 ball These 2 rows form st st. cotton,100g/267m), These 2 rows form st st.
Cream (1851) Cont in st st 8 rows more, ending with 1 ball Mushroom Cont in st st for 8 rows more (or until there is
Q A pair of 3mm a WS row. (1821) enough length to wrap the hair band).
needles Q A pair of 3mm Next row (RS) *(K1, yo, K1) into the next st;
Q Tapestry needle PATTERN needles rep from * to end. [30 sts]
Q Snag-free hair band Row 1 (RS) K4, k2tog, K1, yo, K1. Q Tapestry needle Next row (WS) K1, P to last st, K1.
Row 2 and every alternate row (WS) K1, P to Q Snag-free hair band
TENSION last st, K1. PATTERN
Yarn used knits as DK Row 3 K3, k2tog, K1, yo, K2. TENSION Row 1 (RS) K1, *P1, k2tog, yo, K1, yo, ssk, P1;
to this tension: 28 sts Row 5 K2, k2tog, K1, yo, K3. Yarn used knits as DK rep from * 3 times more, K1.
and 36 rows to meas Row 7 K1, k2tog, K1, yo, K4. to this tension: 28 sts Row 2 (WS) K1, *K1, P5, K1; rep from * 3
10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 8 K1, P to last st, K1. and 36 rows to meas times more, K1.
st st using 3mm These 8 rows form patt. 10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 3 K1, *P1, K5, P1; rep from * 3 times
needles Cont in patt until the length, when slightly st st using 3mm more, K1.
stretched, meas 45cm from cast on (or enough needles Row 4 As row 2.
ABBREVIATIONS to go round your head), ending with a WS row. These 4 rows form patt.
For a full list, see Cont in st st for 10 rows. ABBREVIATIONS Cont in patt until the piece meas 45cm from
page 130. Cast off. For a full list, see cast on (or enough to go round your head),
page 130. ending with a RS row.
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

TO MAKE UP Next row (WS) *P3tog; rep from * to end. [10 sts]
Gently apply steam iron to shape. Work in st st for 10 rows.
Wrap both ends of the main piece (st st Cast off.
section) onto the snag-free hair band
and graft to secure, or sew in place if TO MAKE UP
you prefer. Gently apply steam iron to shape.
Wrap both ends of the main piece (st st
section) onto the snag-free hair band and
graft to secure.

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Short rows in stocking stitch create pops
of bright colour in Emma Vinings wrap.
 Tip The beauty of short row shaping is that you get undulating curvy shapes in your
knitted fabric without having to increase or decrease stitches. If you havent tried
short row shaping before, try a small piece until youve mastered it.

T
wo skeins of Malabrigo Lace are WRAP
all you need to create this scarf. Using 4mm needles and Yarn A, cast
The colour combination of the on 289 sts.
ST ST LACE 4MM lovely lace yarn from Malabrigo reminds Row 1 (RS) Using Yarn B, knit.
GARTER ST WEIGHT
me of the sun in the sky on a beautiful Row 2 (WS) K5, P to last 5 sts, K5.
summers day, says Emma Vining. She Rows 3 & 4 Work as rows 1 & 2.
has made the most of the contrasting Row 5 Using Yarn A, K7, *work one set
YOU WILL NEED shades with a short-row stitch pattern of patt, K11; rep from * to last 18 sts,
Q Malabrigo Lace (100% baby that creates bright pops of colour along work one more set of patt, K7.
Merino wool, 50g/430m), the length of the fabric. You work each Row 6 K5, P13, (K11, P11; rep to last 7
1 skein of each: little sun separately before knitting sts), P2, K5.
Yarn A Frank Ochre (35) along to the position for the next one. Rows 710: Using Yarn B, work as rows
Yarn B Tuareg (98) Its easy once youve got the hang of it! 1-4.
Q A pair of 4mm needles Row 11 Using Yarn A, K18, *work one
For yarn stockists contact set of patt, K11; rep from * to last 7 sts,
Malabrigo Yarn K STITCH PATTERN K7.
www.malabrigoyarn.com The pattern is a multiple of 22 sts plus Row 12 K18, (P11, K11; rep to last 7 sts),
15 sts worked over 12 rows plus 4 rows. K7.
TENSION Short rows are all worked within the Rep these 12 rows 5 times more, then
Yarn used knits as lace to this same row. rows 1-4 once more.
tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to Using Yarn A, knit 1 row.
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over K7, wrap & turn. Cast off loosely purlwise.
pattern using 4mm needles Sl1, P2, w&t.
Sl1, K4, w&t. TO MAKE UP
MEASUREMENTS Sl1, P6, w&t. Weave in loose ends.
130x30cm (51x12in) after blocking Sl1, K8, w&t. Block work according to any yarn care
Sl1, P10, w&t. instructions on the ball band, and the
SPECIAL TECHNIQUES Sl1, K10. measurements given (left).
w&t Wrap and turn
Short-row shaping To minimise
gaps in the short-row shaping
sets, a stitch is wrapped before
the work is turned:
To wrap stitches on a knit row
Knit the number of stitches
stated, bring yarn to front of
work, slip next stitch purlwise,
take yarn to back of work and
return slipped st to LH needle
without working it, turn work
To wrap stitches on a purl row
Purl the number of stitches stated
in the pattern, slip next stitch
purlwise, take yarn to back of
work and return slipped st to LH
needle without working it, take
yarn to front, turn work
On the following row and in the
sets of short-row shaping, when
working a wrapped stitch, K or P
the wrap together with the stitch

ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.

Each sun is worked

separately before knitting
along to the next one.

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 Jacket
& cardigan
designs

we lo ve th e si mple
ga rter stitch
butt on band.

VINTAGESTYLE
Wrap babies and toddlers in Wendy Yarns classic
pair: a stylish matine jacket and cosy cardigan.
 Tip The yarn used is a practical blend of nylon and acrylic, which makes it hard-wearing
and machine-washable. Peter Pan DK is available in over 40 shades, so if white
doesnt take your fancy there are plenty of colours to choose from!

T
his classically styled set of DIVIDE FOR ARMHOLES
matine jacket and cardigan is Next row (RS) K28 (31: 34) and slip these
lovely and will bring back sts onto a stitch holder for right front, cast
ST ST DK 4MM memories of traditional layettes. Made off next 6 sts, K until there are
CABLE WEIGHT
in a pairing of plain, lace and cable stitch 50 (56: 62) sts on right needle and slip
patterns, theres plenty of variation to these sts onto another stitch holder for
keep a keen knitter happy. back, cast off 6 sts, K to end.
YOU WILL NEED Work on this last set of 28 (31: 34) sts only
Q Wendy, Peter Pan DK (55% for left front.
nylon, 45% acrylic, 50g/170m), K MATINE JACKET
Pure White (300) NOTE Work body in one piece to SHAPE LEFT FRONT
Q A pair of 4mm needles armholes. Next row (WS) K6, P to end.
Q Stitch holders This last row sets the sts front opening
Q Buttons: 3 for jacket, Cast on 143 (159: 175) sts using 4mm edge 6 sts worked as K sts on every row
5-7 for cardigan needles. with all other sts now worked in st st.
For yarn stockists, contact Knit 2 rows, ending on WS row. Keeping sts correct throughout as now set,
TB Ramsden 01943 872264 cont as foll:
www.tbramsden.co.uk COMMENCE PATTERN Dec 1 st at armhole edge of next 3 rows,
Row 1 (RS) K6, *yfwd, sl1, k2tog, psso, then on foll 2 (3: 4) alt rows. [23 (25: 27) sts]
TENSION yfwd, K5; rep from * to last st, K1. **Cont straight until armhole meas 6 (7: 7)
Yarn used knits as DK to this Row 2 and every foll alt row K6, P to cm ending at front opening edge.
tension: 24 sts and 32 rows to last 6 sts, K6.
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st Row 3 As row 1. SHAPE NECK
using 4mm needles Row 5 K6, *K3, yfwd, sl1, K1, psso, K1, Next row Patt 8 (9: 9) sts and slip these sts
k2tog, yfwd; rep from * to last 9 sts, K9. onto stitch holder, patt to end.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 7 K6, *yfwd, sl1, k2tog, psso, [15 (16: 18) sts]
For a full list see page 130. yfwd, K1; rep from * to last 5 sts, K5. Dec 1 st at neck edge of next 3 rows, then
Row 8 K6, P to last 6 sts, K6. on foll 2 (2: 3) alt rows. [10 (11: 12) sts]
This matine jacket and These 8 rows form patt. Cont straight until armhole meas 10 (11:
cardigan are Designs 3A Cont straight in patt until body meas 16 12)cm ending at armhole edge.
and 3B from Wendy. (18: 21)cm from cast-on edge, ending on
For more patterns, visit RS row. SHAPE SHOULDER
www.tbramsden.co.uk Next row (WS) K6, P4 (2: 0), p2tog, *P3, Cast off 5 (5: 6) sts at beg of next row.
p2tog; rep from * to last 11 (9: 7) sts, P5 (3: Work 1 row.
1), K6. [118 (130: 142) sts] Cast off rem 5 (6: 6) sts.

FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE 0-6 mths 6-12 mths 1 yr 2 yrs 3 yrs
TO FIT cm 41 46 51 56 61
CHEST in 16 18 20 22 24
ACTUAL cm 46 51 56 61 66
CHEST in 18 20 22 24 26
JACKET cm 26 29 33 - -
LENGTH in 10 11 13 - -
CARDIGAN cm 22 25 29 33 38
LENGTH in 8 9 11 13 15
cm 12 15 19 23 27
SLEEVE
in 4 6 7 9 10
YARN Wendy, Peter Pan (50g/170m skeins), Pure White (300)
Matine jacket 2 2 3 3 4
Cardigan 2 2 3 3 4

SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, weve colour-coded
the sizing instructions. Simply follow our colour-coded measurements.

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SHAPE BACK
With WS facing, rejoin yarn to 50 (56: 62)
sts left on stitch holder for back, work
1 row.
Working in st st throughout, cont as foll:
Dec 1 st at each end of next 3 rows, then
on foll 2 (3: 4) alt rows. [40 (44: 48) sts]
Cont straight until back matches left front
to start of shoulder shaping, ending on a
WS row.
SHAPE SHOULDERS
Cast off 5 (5: 6) sts at beg of next 2 rows,
then 5 (6: 6) sts at beg of foll 2 rows.
Leave rem 20 (22: 24) sts on a stitch holder.
SHAPE RIGHT FRONT
With WS facing, rejoin yarn to 28 (31: 34)
sts left on stitch holder for right front.
Next row (WS) P to last 6 sts, K6.
Next row (Buttonhole row) K2, k2tog,
yfwd (to make a buttonhole), K to last 2 sts,
k2tog.
These last 2 rows set the sts front
opening edge 6 sts worked as K sts on
every row with all other sts now worked
in st st.
Keeping sts correct throughout as now set,
cont as foll:
Dec 1 st at armhole edge of next 2 rows,
then on foll 2 (3: 4) alt rows. [23 (25: 27) sts]
Make a further 2 buttonholes as before
when armhole meas 3 (3.5: 3.5)cm and 5
(6: 6)cm complete as given for left front
from **.
SLEEVES (BOTH ALIKE)
Cast on 28 (30: 32) sts using 4mm needles.
Work in garter st for 6 (8: 10) rows, ending
on a WS row.
Starting with a K row, cont in st st
throughout as foll:
Inc 1 st at each end of next and foll 7 (7: 5)
alt rows, then on every foll 4th row until
there are 48 (54: 58) sts.
Work straight until sleeve meas 12 (15: 19)
cm, ending on a WS row.
SHAPE TOP
Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows.
[42 (48: 52) sts]
Dec 1 st at each end of next 3 rows, then
on foll 4 (4: 5) alt rows, then on foll 7 (9: 9)
rows, ending on a WS row.
Cast off rem 14 (16: 18) sts.
TO MAKE UP
Join shoulder seams by top-sewing.
NECK BORDER
With RS facing and using 4mm needles,
slip 8 (9: 9) sts left on right front stitch
holder onto right needle, rejoin yarn and
KNITS FOR KIDS
The lace pattern is a
beautiful contrast with
the simplicity of the
stocking stitch yoke.
pick up and K13 (13: 15) sts up RS of neck, K
across 20 (22: 24) sts left on back stitch
holder, dec 1 st at centre, pick up and K13
(13: 15) sts down left side of neck, then K
across 8 (9: 9) sts left on feft front stitch
holder. [61 (65: 71) sts]
Starting with a P row, work in st st for 3
rows, ending on a WS row.
Next row (RS) K1, *yfwd, k2tog; rep from *
to end. Starting with a P row, work in st st
for 3 rows, ending on a WS row.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Fold neck border in half to the inside along
the eyelet row and stitch in place. Join the
sleeve seams, insert the sleeves and sew
on the buttons.
CARDIGAN
BACK
Cast on 56 (62: 68: 74: 80) sts using 4mm
needles.
Work in garter st for 8 (8: 10: 10: 12) rows,
ending on a WS row. Starting with a K row,
cont in st st throughout as foll:
Cont straight until back meas 12 (14: 17: 20:
24)cm from cast-on edge, ending on a
WS row.
SHAPE RAGLAN ARMHOLES
Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows.
[50 (56, 62, 68, 74) sts]
Next row (RS) K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 3
sts, k2tog, K1.
Next row P1, p2tog, P to last 3 sts, p2tog
tbl, P1.
Working all raglan decreases as set by last
2 rows, dec 1 st at each end of next 1 (1: 3:
3: 5) rows, then on every foll alt row until 18
(20: 22: 24: 26) sts rem.
Work 1 row, ending on a WS row.
Break yarn and leave sts on a stitch holder.
LEFT FRONT
Cast on 31 (34: 37: 40: 43) sts using 4mm
needles.
Work garter st for 8 (8: 10: 10: 12) rows,
ending on a WS row.
COMMENCE PATTERN
Row 1 (RS) K to last 17 sts, yfwd, sl1, k2tog,
psso, yfwd, K5, yfwd, sl1, k2tog, psso,
yfwd, K6.
Row 2 and every foll alt row K6, P to end.
Row 3 As row 1.
Row 5 K to last 14 sts, yfwd, sl1, K1, psso,
K1, k2tog, yfwd, K9.
Row 7 K to last 17 sts, (yfwd, sl1, k2tog,
psso, yfwd, K1) 3 times, K5.
Row 8 K6, P to end.
These 8 rows form patt.
Keeping patt correct throughout, cont as
foll:
Cont straight until left front matches back
to start of raglan armhole shaping, ending
on a WS row.
SHAPE RAGLAN ARMHOLE
Cast off 3 sts at beg of next row.
[28 (31: 34: 37: 40) sts]
Work 1 row.
Working all raglan decreases in same way
as for back, dec 1 st at raglan armhole
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 Tip For a different look, try a contrasting shade of yarn on the collar or front band. Both
bright colours and pastels will work equally well. Alternatively, sew on decorative or
novelty buttons remember to make sure they match the size of the buttonholes.

edge of next 3 (3: 5: 5: 7) rows, then on

every foll alt row until 17 (18: 20: 21: 22) A pretty picot
edging adorns the
sts rem.
neckband of the
Work 1 row, ending on a WS row. little jacket.
SHAPE NECK
Next row (RS) K1, sl1, K1, psso, K to last 6
(7: 7: 8: 9) sts and turn, leaving rem 6 (7: 7:
8: 9) sts on a stitch holder.
[10 (10: 12: 12: 12) sts]
Dec 1 st at neck edge of next row.
[9 (9: 11: 11: 11) sts]
Dec 1 st at each end of next and foll 2 (2: 3:
3: 3) alt rows. [3 sts]
Work 1 row.
Next row (RS) K1, sl1, K1, psso.
Work 1 row.
Next row K2tog and fasten off.
Mark positions for 5 (5: 6: 6: 7) buttons
along left front opening edge first to
come in row 5, last to come just above
neck shaping and rem 3 (3: 4: 4: 5) buttons
evenly spaced between.

RIGHT FRONT
Cast on 31 (34: 37: 40: 43) sts using 4mm
needles.
Work in garter st for 4 rows, ending on a
WS row.
Next row (RS) (Buttonhole row) K2,
k2tog, yfwd (to make first buttonhole),
K to end.
Making further buttonholes as required
in this way to correspond with positions
marked on left front for buttons and
noting that NO FURTHER REFERENCE
WILL BE MADE TO BUTTONHOLES,
cont as foll:
Work in garter st for a further 3 (3: 5: 5: 7)
rows, ending on a WS row.
COMMENCE PATTERN
Row 1 (RS) K6, yfwd, sl1, k2tog, psso,
yfwd, K5, yfwd, sl1, k2tog, psso, yfwd,
K to end.
Row 2 and every foll alt row P to last 6 sts,
K6.
Row 3 As row 1.
Row 5 K9, yfwd, sl1, K1, psso, K1, k2tog,
yfwd, K to end.
Row 7 K6, (yfwd, sl1, k2tog, psso, yfwd,
K1) 3 times, K to end.
Row 8 As row 2.
These 8 rows form patt.
Keeping patt correct throughout, cont
as foll:
Cont straight until right front matches
back to start of raglan armhole shaping,
ending on a RS row.
SHAPE RAGLAN ARMHOLE
Cast off 3 sts at beg of next row.
[28 (31: 34: 37: 40) sts]
Working all raglan decreases in same way
as for back, dec 1 st at raglan armhole
edge of next 3 (3: 5: 5: 7) rows, then on
every foll alt row until 17 (18: 20: 21: 22)
sts rem.
Work 1 row, ending on a WS row.
SHAPE NECK
Next row (RS) K6 (7: 7: 8: 9) and slip these
sts onto a stitch holder, K to last 3 sts,
k2tog, K1. [10 (10: 12: 12: 12) sts]
Dec 1 st at neck edge of next row.
[9 (9: 11: 11: 11) sts]
Dec 1 st at each end of next and foll 2 (2: 3:
3: 3) alt rows. [3 sts]
Work 1 row.
Next row (RS) K2tog, K1.
Work 1 row.
Next row K2tog and fasten off.
SLEEVES (BOTH ALIKE)
Cast on 28 (30: 32: 34: 36) sts using 4mm
needles.
Work in garter st for 8 (8: 10: 10: 12) rows,
ending on a WS row.
Starting with a K row, cont in st st
throughout as foll:
Inc 1 st at each end of next and every foll
alt (alt, alt, alt, 4th) row until there are 46
(46: 44: 40: 68) sts.
1ST, 2ND, 3RD & 4TH SIZES ONLY
Inc 1 st at each end of every foll 4th row
until there are 48 (54: 58: 64) sts.
ALL SIZES
Work straight until sleeve meas 12 (15: 19:
23: 27)cm, ending on a WS row.
SHAPE RAGLAN
Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows.
[42 (48: 52: 58: 62) sts]
Working all raglan decreases in same way
as for back, dec 1 st at each end of next 3
(5: 7: 9: 11) rows, then on every foll alt row
until 10 sts remain.
Work 1 row, ending on a WS row.
Break yarn, leave rem 10 sts on a holder.
TO MAKE UP
Join raglan seams by top-sewing.
NECK BORDER
With RS facing, using 4mm needles, slip 6
(7: 7: 8: 9) sts from right front stitch holder
to right needle, rejoin yarn and pick up and
K10 (10: 12: 12: 12) sts up RS of neck, K10
left on right sleeve stitch holder, K20 (22:
24: 26: 28) sts left on back stitch holder,
and K10 left on left sleeve stitch holder,
pick up and K10 (10: 12: 12: 12) sts down
left side of neck, then K 6 (7: 7: 8: 9) sts from
left front holder. [72 (76: 82: 86: 90) sts]
Knit 1 row, ending on a WS row.
Row 2 (RS) K2, k2tog, yfwd (to make last
buttonhole), K to end.
Work garter st for 4 rows, ending on RS row.
Cast off knitwise (on WS).
Join side and sleeve seams by top sewing.
Sew on buttons. Press seams.

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 c
anudt ko ut
ee p One-night knits

PatchWork Ball

baBy lovE
Tots and parents will love these cute little knits
because theyre soft, cuddly and ideal for gift-giving.

ClassiC boOteeS boW tie booteeS

150 Thrifty Knits 37
 PatchWork Ball
YOU WILL NEED PENTAGON (1 WHITE, 1 PINK)
Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 46 sts using 3mm needles.
your stash in pink, Row 1 and every alt row Purl.
blue and white Row 2 K2tog, K6, *sl1, k2tog, psso, K6; rep
Q A pair of 3mm from * 4 times, sl1, K1, psso. [36 sts]
needles Row 4 K2tog, K4, *sl1, k2tog, psso, K4; rep
Q Toy stuffing from * 4 times, sl1, K1, psso. [26 sts]
Row 6 K2tog, K2, *Sl 1, k2tog, psso, K2; rep
MEASUREMENTS from * 4 times, sl1, K1, psso. [16 sts]
41cm (16in) Row 8 K2tog, *sl1, k2tog, psso; rep from * 4
circumference times, sl1, K1, psso. [6 sts]
Row 10 Sl1, K1, psso, sl1, K1, psso. [3 sts]
ABBREVIATIONS Break yarn. Run end through rem 3 sts. Draw
For a full list, see close and seam two edges together.
page 130.
HEXAGON (4 BLUE, 3 WHITE, 3 PINK)
Cast on 55 sts using 3mm needles.
Row 1 and every alt row Purl.
Row 2 K2tog, K6, *sl1, k2tog, psso, K6; rep
from * 5 times, sl1, K1, psso. [43 sts]
Row 4 K2tog, K4, *sl1, k2tog, psso, K4; rep
from * 5 times, sl1, K1, psso. [31 sts]
Row 6 K2tog, K2, *sl1, k2tog, psso, K2; rep
PATTERN BY LOUISE BUTT
SQUARE (2 WHITE, 2 PINK, 1 BLUE)
Cast on 9 sts using 3mm needles.
Starting with a knit row, st st 11 rows.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
With WS facing, join 5 hexagons to each
pentagon to create 2 flowers. Now place
squares into the 5 v shapes on one flower.
Join this side to the other flower, leaving one
seam undone. Turn right way out and stuff
firmly. Join final seam.
To add bells, make
a small bag to put
them in to secure
them inside the ball.

from * 5 times, sl1, K1, psso. [19 sts]

Row 8 K2tog, * sl1, k2tog, psso; rep from * 5
times, sl1, K1, psso. [7 sts]
Row 10 Sl 1, K2tog, psso, K1, sl1, k2tog,
psso.
Break yarn. Run end through rem 3 sts. Draw
close and seam two edges together.

boW tie booteeS ClassiC boOteeS

YOU WILL NEED BOOTEE
YOU WILL NEED SOLE
Q Sirdar, Snuggly Tiny Cast on 5 sts using 4mm needles. Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 26 sts using 4mm needles.
Tots Tender (90% Next row Knit. your stash in a Row 1 Purl.
acrylic, 10% Next row Inc 1, knit to last st, inc 1. [7 sts] colour of your Row 2 K1, *kfb, K9, kfb, K2, kfb, K9, kfb, K1;
polyester, 50g/ Rep the last 2 rows until you have 11 sts. choice repeat from * to end. [30 sts]
137m), 1 ball Crystal Cont in g st until meas 7.5cm from cast-on row. Q A pair of 4mm Row 3 Purl.
Blue (976) Next row K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, k2tog. [9 sts] needles Row 4 K1, *kfb, K11, kfb, K2, kfb, K11, kfb,
Q Sirdar, Snuggly 4ply Next row Knit. K1; repeat from * to end. [34 sts]
(55% nylon, 45% Rep the last 2 rows until you have 5 sts. ABBREVIATIONS Row 5 Purl.
acrylic, 50g/226m), k1wrap3 Knit 1 st, Row 6 K1, *kfb, K13, kfb, K2, kfb, K13, kfb,
1 ball White (251) UPPER wrapping yarn round K1; repeat from * to end. [38 sts]
Q A pair of 4mm Next row Purl. needle 3 times Work 5 rows stocking stitch.
needles Next row Inc into every st. [10 sts] wrap st Yb, pass the Next row Knit 24 sts, turn.
Q A 3mm crochet Rep these 2 rows once more. [20 sts] next 4 sts on to the Next row Sl1, K8, k2tog, turn.
hook Cont in st st for 10 rows. RH needle dropping Next row Sl1, P8, p2tog, turn.
Q Spare needle Next row K5, cast off 10, K5. the extra sts, yf, pass Repeat these last 2 rows until you have 26
Working on these 5 sts, st st 20 rows, leave the the 4 sts back to LH sts across both needles. Purl to end of row.
TENSION sts on a spare needle. Rejoin yarn, rep for the needle, yb, pass the Work a K1, P1 rib for 5 rows. Knit 2 rows.
Yarn used knits as DK other side. sts to RH needle Next row (RS) K1, *(K1wrap3) 4 times, K1;
to this tension: 22 sts Cast off using 3-needle cast-off (see page 129 For a full list, see rep from * to end of row.
and 28 rows to meas for technique). Sew sole to upper. page 130. Next row P1, *wrap st, P1; rep from * to
10x10cm (4x4in) over end of row.
st st using 4mm BORDER Knit 2 rows.
needles Start at back of bootee. Use 3mm hook to work Cast off.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

a round of double crochet into top edge.

ABBREVIATIONS Round 2 Ch 2, tr into the next 20 dc, then dc TO MAKE UP
For a full list, see across the front 10 dc and tr into the remaining Sew up the sole and back seam. Weave in
page 130. dc, slip st into the 2nd ch. all the loose ends.
Ch 50 sts, turn, dc into each ch st. Work 2 tr
into back of the bootee. Make another tie, slip
st into next tr.
Fasten off.

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 Tip This hat will look even cuter with pompoms bobbing about in the corners. Use a
pompom maker or cardboard to make a pair using either of the colours of yarn
(or both together!). Make sure you secure them tightly so baby cant pull them off.

So easy to kn it - th e
!
pe rfect ne w ba by gi ft
STOCKING DK 3MM
STITCH WEIGHT

YOU WILL NEED

Q Deramores, Baby DK
(55% nylon, 45% acrylic,
50g/170m), 1 ball of each:
Yarn A Sky Blue (003)
Yarn B Apple Green (007)
Q A pair of 3mm needles
For yarn stockists, contact
Deramores 0800 488 0708
www.deramores.com

TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 18 sts and 23 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 3mm needles

ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.

T
his stripy hat couldnt be easier to
knit a few rows of rib here, a few
rows of stocking stitch there, then
fold it over, stitch it up and voila!
LITTLE IMP!
Keep little ones warm on a blustery
K HAT seaside trip with Kirstie McLeods
Cast on 80 (88: 96) sts using 3mm
needles and Yarn A.
adorable stripy hat.
Row 1 Knit.
Row 2-7 (K1, P1) to end of row.
Change to yarn B.
Starting with a knit (RS) row, continue in FIND YOUR SIZE
st st for 6 rows.
Change to Yarn A, work 6 rows in st st. SIZE 0-6 mths 6-12 mths 1-2 yrs
Repeat the 6x6 row stripe pattern until cm 35 40 45
TO FIT
hat meas 16 (18: 20)cm from the cast-on
HEAD in 13 15 17
edge, ending on a WS row.
Cast off. YARN Deramores, Baby DK (50g/170m skeins)

TO MAKE UP
Yarn A Sky Blue (003) 1 1 1
With the RS facing, sew the seam Yarn B Apple Green (007) 1 1 1
together matching up the stripes. Fold
the hat in half and join the top edge. SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, weve colour-coded
Weave in all loose ends. the sizing instructions. Simply follow our colour-coded measurements.

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Summer holidays have to end sometime, but at least
thats an excuse for using these neat knits!

calCulatOr casE Water bottLe moNster

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YOU WILL NEED COVER TO MAKE UP
Q King Cole, Cast on 22 sts using 4mm needles and With Black yarn, sew a running stitch up the
Cottonsoft DK (100% Cherry yarn. centre of the front, and sew the spots to the
cotton, 100g/210m), Row 1 Knit. front. Glue or lace your knitting to the cover
1 ball Cherry (719) Row 2 Knit. of the book. Stick eyes to the garter stitch.
Q King Cole, Merino Row 3 K1, P to last st, K1.
Blend DK (100% new Rep rows 2 and 3 until knitting meas 12cm,
wool, 50g/112m), ending on a purl row.
1 ball Black (48)
If you glue the cover
Q A pair of 4mm
Change to Black yarn and work in garter on, a specialist fabric
needles
stitch for 6cm, ending on a WS row. glue like Gtermanns
Q 4mm crochet hook
is ideal for the job.
Q Pocket memo pad,
stick-on eyes, glue, Change back to Cherry yarn.
Next row Knit.
TENSION Next row K1, P to last st, K1.
Yarn used knits as DK Rep the last 2 rows until work meas 11.5cm,
to this tension: 22 sts ending on a knit row.
and 28 rows to meas Next row Knit.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Cast off and weave in loose ends.
st st using 4mm
needles SPOTS (MAKE 5)
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

With Black yarn and a 4mm crochet hook,

MEASUREMENTS make a magic loop.
10x7cm (4x2in) Round 1 Ch 3, work 11 tr into the loop and ss
to the 3rd ch at the beg of the round to join.
ABBREVIATIONS Pull up the magic loop to close the hole as
For a full list, see much as possible. [12 sts]
page 130. Fasten off yarn.
Weave in all loose ends.

Water bottLe moNster calCulatOr coveR

YOU WILL NEED COVER
YOU WILL NEED BOTTLE COVER
Q Stylecraft, Life DK Cast on 34 sts using 4mm needles. Q King Cole, Splash Cast on 50 sts using 4mm needles.
(75% acrylic,25% Working in garter stitch (knit every row), work DK (100% acrylic, Work in 1x1 rib (K1, P1) for 5 rows.
wool, 100g/298m), until the piece measures 11cm or desired 100g/292m), 1 ball Row 1 K1, *K4, P2; rep from * to last st, K1.
1 ball of Olive length. of Seaspray (810) Row 2 P1, *K2, P4; rep from * to last st, P1.
(2302) Cast off loosely. Q A pair of 4mm Rep these 2 rows 2 more times.
Q A pair of 4mm needles Row 7 K1, P1, *K4, P2; rep from * to last 2 sts, P1,
needles TO MAKE UP K1.
Q Felt Sew side seam and decorate with buttons TENSION Row 8 P1, K1, *K2, P4; rep from * to last st, K1, P1.
Q Fabric glue and felt to personalise (see photo for a Yarn used knits as DK Rep these 2 rows 2 more times.
Q Buttons suggestion of how to do this). to this tension: 22 sts Row 13 K1, *P2, K4; rep from * to last st, K1.
Q A water bottle and 28 rows to meas Row 14 P1, *P4, K2; rep from * to last 3 sts, K2, P1.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Rep these 2 rows 2 more times.
TENSION st st using 4mm Row 19 K2, P2, *K4, P2; rep from * to last 4 sts, K4.
Yarn used knits as DK needles Row 20 P4, *K2, P4; rep from * to last 4 sts, K2, P2.
to this tension: 22 sts Rep these 2 rows 2 more times.
and 30 rows to meas MEASUREMENTS Row 25 K3, P2, *K4, P2; rep from * to last 3 sts, K3.
10x10cm (4x4in) over 15x8cm (6x3in) Row 26 P3, *K2, P4; rep from * to last 5 sts, K2, P3.
st st using 4mm Rep these 2 rows 2 more times.
needles ABBREVIATIONS Row 31 *K4, P2; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.
For a full list, see Row 32 P2, *K2, P4; rep from * to end of row.
ABBREVIATIONS page 130. Rep these 2 rows 2 more times.
For a full list, see Row 37 K1, *K4, P2; rep from * to last st, K1.
page 130. Row 38 P1, *K2, P4; rep from * to last st, P1.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Rep these 2 rows 2 more times.

PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

Cast off.

TO MAKE UP
Weave in all loose ends. With RS facing, sew
Sew buttons to
together the long seam and then the cast-off
felt circles to
row. Turn the right way out.
make eyes.

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 KNITS FOR KIDS

STOCKING 4PLY 2MM

STITCH WEIGHT

YOU WILL NEED

Q Lang, Jawoll Superwash
(75% wool, 28% nylon, 7%
acrylic 50g/210m), 1 ball of
each: Red 60 and New Leaf 116
Q A 2mm circular needle,
80cm long
For yarn stockists contact
ArtYarn 01529 240510
www.artyarn.co.uk

TENSION
Yarn used knits as 4ply to this
tension: 36 sts and 47 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over
spiralled st s using 2mm
needles Co lo urfu l, co sy
SIZES so cks w ill be a jo y
Small (Medium, Large) to fit foot
circumference 16 (17: 18)cm
to ju m p ab out in !
Actual foot circumference of sock
13 (14: 15)cm

ABBREVIATIONS
sm Slip marker
For a full list see page 130.
LITTLE ELF
Kids will love Rhian Drinkwaters cute
striped socks in bright summer colours.

K SOCKS HEEL Next round Knit, changing yarn to

CUFF
Cast on 48 (52: 56) st in New Leaf, using
2mm needles and a long-tail cast on for
elasticity. Join in the round, being careful
not to twist.
Round 1 K2, P2; repeat to end.
Repeat round 1 for a further 8 rounds,
finishing at the end of round 9.
LEG
Round 10 With Red, knit.
Round 11 With New Leaf, knit.
Round 12 With Red, knit.
Round 13 With New Leaf, knit.
Do not break the yarn as you knit each
round, pick up the yarn left from the
previous round in that colour. After a few
rounds you will notice that the two
colours spiral around each other rather
than striping, with no jog at the end of
the round.
Cont in this pattern until the sock meas
approx 10cm, ending with a Red round.
K28 in New Leaf, turn.
Row 1 Sl1 pwise, P23 (25: 27), turn.
Row 2 (Sl1, K1) 12 (13: 14) times, turn.
Repeat these 2 rows 11 (12: 13) times
more. [24 (25: 28) rows in total]
Next row Sl1 pwise, P14 (15: 16), p2tog,
P1, turn.
Next row Sl1, K7, ssk, K1, turn.
Next row Sl1, P8, p2tog, P1, turn.
Next row Sl1, K9, ssk, K1, turn.
Next row Sl1, P10, p2tog, P1, turn.
Continue in this way until all the sts
have been used up.
Resume working in rounds.
Next row Pick up 13 (14: 15) sts down
left side of flap, place marker (M1), knit
across top of foot, place marker (M2),
change to Red, then pick up 13 (14: 15)
sts up right side of flap.
Dec round K to 3 sts before M1, k2tog,
K1, knit across top of foot to M2,
change to New Leaf, K1, ssk, K to end.
spiral colours as before.
Rep these 2 rounds, changing colours
as set, until 48 (52:56) sts rem.
Knit until foot meas 4cm less than the
desired length of foot.
TOE
K to M1. From now on, round begins
immediately after marker 1. Toe is knit
entirely in New Leaf.
Dec round K1, ssk, K to 3 sts before
M2, k2tog, K1, sm, K1, ssk, K to 3 st
before M1, k2tog, K1. [4 sts decreased]
Next round Knit.
Repeat these 2 rounds until 20 (24: 28)
sts rem. Distribute these so there are
10 (12: 14) sts on each needle
[10 (12: 14) on the top, 10 (12: 14) on
the bottom].
Cast off 1 stitch at each end of each
needle, then graft the remaining 16
(20: 24) sts using Kitchener stitch.

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FUNKY VEGGIES
Heres a fun way to help kids love healthy food!
Louise Butts fab friends are just so lovable.
 KNITS FOR KIDS

NOTE Leave eyes off all items for AUBERGINE

STOCKING DK 3MM
STITCH WEIGHT
K CARROT
YOU WILL NEED
Q Stylecraft, Special DK (100%
acrylic, 100g/295m)
Carrot
1 ball of each: Jaffa (1256) and
Bright Green (1259)
Aubergine
1 ball of each: Emperor (1425)
and Bottle (1009)
Sweetcorn
1 ball of each: Sunshine (1114)
and Bright Green (1259)
Beetroot
1 ball of each: Burgundy (1035)
and Bottle (1009)
Q A set of 3mm DPNs
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q A 3.5mm crochet hook
Q Toy stuffing
Q Stick-on eyes
For yarn stockists contact
Stylecraft 01535 609798
www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk
TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 3mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list, see page 130.
children under three.
Cast on 4 sts using Jaffa and 3mm
DPNs. Work an i-cord for 3 rows.
Next row K1, kfb, K1, kfb. [6 sts]
Distribute the sts over 3 needles.
Knit 2 rounds.
Next round *K1, m1, K1; rep from * on
each needle. [9 sts]
Knit 2 rounds.
Next round *K2, m1, K1; rep from * on
each needle. [12 sts]
Knit 5 rounds.
Next round K2, m1, K2; rep from * on
each needle. [15 sts]
Knit 8 rounds.
Next round *K2, m1, K3; rep from * on
each needle. [18 sts]
Knit 5 rounds.
Next round *K3, m1, k1; rep from * on
each needle. [21 sts]
Knit 2 rounds.
Next round *K2, m1, K3, m1, K2; rep
from * on each needle. [27 sts]
Knit 5 rounds.
Next round *K5, m1, K4; rep from * on
each needle. [30 sts]
Knit 5 rounds.
Next round *K5, m1, K5; rep from * on
each needle. [33 sts]
Knit 10 rounds.
Next round *K5, m1, K6; rep from * on
each needle. [36 sts]
Knit 20 rounds.
Stuff carrot almost to the needles.
Next round *K3tog; rep from * all round.
Knit 2 rounds.
Add more stuffing.
Next 2 rounds *K2tog; rep from * all
round.
Cut yarn, thread through rem sts, pull
tight and fasten off.
CARROT LEAVES (MAKE 6)
Using a 3.5mm crochet hook and Bright
Green, insert hook into top of carrot
and loop under one knitted (V) stitch.
Draw yarn through, leave 13cm tail.
Work 25 chain sts.
Leave 2 ch, work 7 dc, 1 ss, then turn
work and work 1 ss, 5 dc, 1 ss.
Fasten off.
Work 5 further leaves varying the
lengths of the chains and amount of
doubles worked.
TO MAKE UP
Darn in yarn ends on tips of leaves, but
secure yarn tails at top of carrot. Attach
the eyes.
Cast on 6 sts using 3mm needles and
Emperor. Distribute sts over 3 DPNs.
[2 sts per needle]
Knit 1 round.
Next round Kfb every st. [12 sts]
Knit 1 round.
Next round Kfb every st. [24 sts]
Knit 2 rounds.
Next round Kfb every st. [48 sts]
Knit 3 rounds.
Next round *K1, Kfb; rep from * all
round. [72 sts]
Knit 20 rounds.
Next round *K2tog, K6; rep from * all
round. [63 sts]
Knit 3 rounds.
Next round *K2tog, K5; rep from * all
round. [54 sts]
Knit 3 rounds.
Next round *K2tog, K4; rep from * all
round. [45 sts]
Knit 6 rounds.
Next round With 15 sts per needle,
*K6, k2tog, K7; rep from * on each
needle. [42 sts]
Knit 3 rounds.
Next round *(K2tog, K5), twice per
needle. [36 sts]
Knit 10 rounds.
Next round *K5, k2tog, K5; rep from *
on each needle. [33 sts]
Knit 3 rounds.
Next round *K2, k2tog, K3, k2tog, K2;
rep from * on each needle. [27 sts]
Knit 2 rounds.
Next round *K3tog; rep from * to end
of round. [9 sts]
Stuff aubergine as much as possible.
Knit 1 round.
Next round *K3tog; rep from * to end
of round. [9 sts]
Draw yarn through rem sts, fasten off.
AUBERGINE STALK AND LEAVES
Cast on 6 sts using 3mm DPNs and
Bottle. Distribute sts over 3 needles.
Knit 9 rounds.
Next round Kfb into every st. [12 sts]
Knit 1 round.
Next round *K1, m1, K2, m1, K1; rep
from * on each needle. [18 sts]
Knit 2 rounds.
Next round *K2, m1; rep from * to end
of round. [27 sts]
Knit 3 rounds.
Working on the first 9 sts only:
**Row 1 Knit.
Row 2 and all even rows Purl.
Row 3 K3, m1, K3, m1, K3.
Rows 5, 7 & 9 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts,
K2tog, K1.
Row 11 K1, k3tog, K1.

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you dont want to use stick-on eyes you could embroider them using a
of satin stitch for the whites and French knots for the pupils.
You could even embroider some irises and eye lashes for extra personality!
Row 12 P3tog, fasten off, darn in end**.
Rejoin yarn and rep from ** to ** twice
with rem sts.
Attach the eyes.
SWEETCORN
NIBS
NOTE This is worked as a square but is
actually used as a diamond when the
sweetcorn is constructed.
Cast on 48 sts using 3mm needles
and Sunshine.
Row 1 (WS) K2, *(K1, P1, K1) into next
st, p3tog; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.
Rows 2 & 4 Purl.
Row 3 K2, *p3tog, (K1, P1, K1) into next
st; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.
Work these 4 rows until work meas 14cm.
Cast off.
HUSK
NOTE You start knitting at the base/
stalk of the husk.
Cast on 12 sts using 3mm needles
and Bright Green.
Work 6 rows of K1 x P1 rib.
Next row K1, P1, kfb, m1, P1, (K1, P1)
twice, kfb, m1, P1, K1, P1.
Work 3 rows K1 x P1 rib.
Next row (K1,P1) twice, kfb, m1, P1, K1,
P1, kfb, m1, P1, K1, P1, kfb, m1, P1, K1,
P1. [22 sts]
Work 5 rows K1 x P1 rib.
Next row (K1, P1) twice, (kfb, m1, P1,
K1, P1) 3 times, (K1, P1) twice, kfb, m1,
P1, (K1, P1) twice. [34 sts]
Work 7 rows K1 x P1 rib.
Next row [(K1, P1) twice, kfb, m1, P1,
K1, P1] twice, (K1, P1, kfb, m1, P1) twice,
(K1, P1) twice, kfb, m1, P1, (K1, P1) twice.
[44 sts]
Place marker at end of row.
Work K1 x P1 rib for 8.5cm from marker.
Next row **(K1, P1) twice, k3tog, (P1, K1)
twice, p3tog, (K1, P1) twice **, k3tog, P1,
then from ** to ** once more. [30 sts]
Work 5 rows K1 x P1 rib.
Next row (K1, P1) twice, k3tog, (P1, K1)
twice, p3tog, K1, P1, K3tog, (P1, K1)
twice,p3tog, (K1, P1) twice. [22 sts]
Work 3 rows K1 x P1 rib.
Next row K1, P1, k3tog, P1, k3tog, P1,
K1, p3tog, K1, P1. [10 sts]
Work 1 row K1 x P1 rib.
Next row K1, p3tog, k3tog, p3tog. [4 sts]
Work 1 row K1 x P1 rib.
Next row K2tog, k2tog.
Thread yarn through rem sts and fasten
off, darning in end.
TO MAKE UP
With WS of the yellow square facing
upwards, fold over the diagonal corners
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so that they overlap by 2.5cm and tack
together. Turn over and youll see that
the corn nibs line up horizontally. With
the front of the yellow piece facing
upwards, place it on the green husk
part so that the top point of the yellow
piece is 1cm below the top cast-off
point of the green piece. Fold the
green husk over on to the yellow cob,
stretching it slightly and pin into place.
Using back stitch, with little stitches on
the RS of the work, join each side of the
tip of the husk to the corn part for
12.5cm on each side. Stuff the cone you
just created. Now join the rest of the
husk to the corn nibs, stretching and
shaping as you go. Before you reach
the stalk part, stuff the rest of the corn.
At the stalk oversew along the The carrot leaves are crocheted but you
selvedges. Attach the eyes.
could knit i-cords instead.
BEETROOT
Cast on 6 sts using 3mm DPNs and
Burgundy. Distribute sts over 3
needles. [2 per needle]
Round 1 Kfb every st. [12 sts]
Knit 3 rounds.
Round 2 *Kfb, K1; rep from * to end of
round. [18 sts]
Knit 3 rounds.
Next round *Kfb, K1; rep from * to end
of round. [27 sts]
Knit 5 rounds.
Next round *Kfb, K1; rep from * to last
st Kfb. [41 sts]
Knit 5 rounds.
Next round *Kfb, K2; rep from * to last
2 sts, K2. [52 sts] A drop of glue will secure the eyes, but
Knit 2 rounds. keep them away from small children.
Next round *K2tog, K2; rep from * to
last 2 sts, K2. [39 sts]
Knit 5 rounds. Row 7 Kfb, K6, Kfb.
Next round *K2tog, K1; rep from * to Work 7 rows st st.
end of round. [26 sts] Next row Ssk, K6, k2tog.
Knit 5 rounds. Next row P2tog, P4, p2tog.
Next round * K2tog, K1, rep from * to Next row Ssk, K2, K2tog.
last 2 sts, K2. [18 sts] Next row P2tog twice, slip 1st st over
Now stuff your beetroot. 2nd st and fasten off.
Knit 3 rounds. Darn in end. With long tail of Burgundy,
Next round K2tog all round. [9 sts] embroider a line up the centre of each
Pack in last lot of stuffing, cut a long tail leaf using back st to create the vein.
of yarn and leave sts on the needles Press and block each leaf.
while you make the leaves.
TO MAKE UP
BEETROOT LEAVES (MAKE 8) Join the bases of all 8 leaf stalks with a
Cast on 2 sts with 3mm needles and stitch or two, then insert into the hole on
Burgundy. Work st st for 10cm ending the top of the beetroot. Thread a needle
on a P row. Cut yarn leaving a long tail with the tail end of yarn that you left on
and join in Bottle yarn. the main part and thread through the 9
Row 1 Kfb twice. rem sts. Remove needles and pull thread
Rows 2, 4 & 6 Purl. tightly and fasten off. Work a few sewing
Row 3 Kfb, K2, Kfb. sts to secure the leaf stalks in place.
Row 5 Kfb, K4, Kfb. Attach the eyes.
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LegwaRmers Bow banD

Gifts for Girls

These fun little knits are brilliant for parties,
dressing up or just having fun!

Bunny ears
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 boW banD LegwaRmers
YOU WILL NEED LEGWARMERS
YOU WILL NEED STRAP
Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 16 sts using 3mm needles. Q Sirdar, Bonus DK Cast on 46 sts using 4mm needles.
your stash Row 1 K4, P1, K6, P1 K4. (100% acrylic, Start cuff rib:
Q A pair of 3mm Row 2 P4, K1, P6, K1, P4. 100g/280m), 1 ball Row 1 (RS) Sl1, P2, *K2, P3; rep from * to last
needles Work these 2 rows for 50cm (20in) or desired Cerise (984) 3 sts, K2, P1.
Q 2.5cm (1in) Velcro length with a 2.5cm (1in) overlap for fastening. Q A pair of 4mm Row 2 Sl1, P2, *K3, P2; rep from * to last
Cast off. needles 3 sts, K3.
ABBREVIATIONS These 2 rows form the rib pattern; rep them
For a full list, see BOW TENSION 5 times more. [12 rows]
page 130. Cast on 8 sts using 3mm needles. Work the Yarn used knits as DK Start the zigzag pattern:
bow in st st, inc and dec on the foll rows: to this tension: 22 sts Row 1 Sl1, P2, *k2tog, yo, P3; rep from * to
Rows 9 & 15 K1, M1, K to last st, M1, K1. and 28 rows to meas last st, P1.
Rows 12 & 18 P1, M1, P to last st M1, P1. 10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 2 & every alt row Work sts as they
Work rows in between in st st. st st using 4mm appear, purling the yos.
Work 4 rows st st. needles Row 3 Sl1, P1, *k2tog, yo, P3; rep from * to
Rows 23 & 29 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, K2tog, K1. last 4 sts, k2tog, yo, P2.
Rows 26 & 32 P1, sl1 ,P1, psso, P to last 3 sts, ABBREVIATIONS Row 5 Sl1 *k2tog, yo P3; rep from * to end of
p2tog, P1. For a full list, see row.
Rep rows 932 once more. St st 2 rows. Cast off. page 130. Row 7 Sl1, * yo, sl1, K1, psso, P3; rep from *
to end of row.
BOW MIDDLE Row 9 Sl1, P1, yo. sl1, K1, psso, * P3, yo, sl1,
Cast on 6 sts. St st for 18 rows. Cast off. K1, psso; rep from * to last 2 sts, P2.
Row 11 Sl1, P2, * yo, sl1, K1, psso, P3; rep
TO MAKE UP from * to last 3 sts, yo, sl1, K1, psso, P1.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Fold strap in half lengthways with RS facing. These 12 rows form the pattern; rep them
PATTERN BY LOUISE BUTT

Join the long edge and turn RS out. Press flat. 2 times more. [3 pattern repeats]
Fold 1st diamond of Bow in half with RS facing, Rep the rows 1 & 2 for the cuff rib for 12 rows
join down each side. Turn RS out. Repeat for and cast off in the rib pattern.
2nd diamond. Wrap Bow Middle around centre
of bow, fasten in place. Join bow onto strap and TO MAKE UP
sew Velcro or elastic to the ends of strap. Sew up the seam and weave in all loose ends.

bunnY earS
YOU WILL NEED OUTER EAR (MAKE 2) Row 1 Knit.
Q Millamia, Naturally Cast on 26 sts using 3mm DPNs and Row 2 Purl.
Soft Merino (100% Storm, divide over 3 DPNs as foll: Row 3 K1, m1, K to last 2 sts, m1, K1. [12 sts]
extra fine Merino N1: 6 sts, N2: 13 sts, N3: 7 sts. Rows 46 Work in st st as set.
wool, 50g/125m), Join into the round taking care not to Row 7 Work as row 3. [14 sts]
1 ball of each: twist sts. Rows 814 Work in st st.
Storm (02) and Rounds 1 & 2 Knit. Row 15 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1.
Petal (122) Round 3 (Inc) N1: K to last 2 sts, kfb, K1, N2: [12 sts]
Q A pair of 3mm K1, kfb, K to last 2 sts, kfb, K1, N3: K1, kfb, K Rows 1622 Work in st st.
needles to end. [30 sts] Row 23 Work as row 15. [10 sts]
Q A set of 3mm Rounds 46 Knit. Rows 2428 Work in st st.
DPNs Round 7 Repeat round 3. [34 sts] Row 29 Work as row 15. [8 sts]
Q A child-sized pink Rounds 818 Knit. Rows 3034 Work in st st.
hair band Round 19 (Dec) N1: K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1, Row 35 Work as row 15. [6 sts]
Q Pipe cleaners N2: K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1, N3: K1, Rows 3638 Work in st st.
ssk, K to end. [30 sts] Row 39 Work as row 15. [4 sts]
TENSION Rounds 2024 Knit. Leave a long tail of yarn. Using a tapestry
Yarn used knits as Round 25 Repeat round 19. [26 sts] needle, thread through rem 4 sts and pull tight
4ply to this tension: Rounds 2632 Knit. to draw top to a point.
25 sts and 34 rows to Round 33 As round 19. [22 sts]
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) Rounds 3440 Knit. TO MAKE UP
over st st using 4mm Round 41 As round 19. [18 sts] Sew a pink inner into the centre of each ear.
needles Rounds 4244 Knit. Make a frame of pipe cleaners to fit around the
Round 45 As round 25. [14 sts] inner edge of each ear (twisting the pipe
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

ABBREVIATIONS Using N3, knit across sts on N1, 7 sts on cleaners around each other to join). Sew the
For a full list, see 2 needles. bottom of each ear closed. Bring the outer
page 130. Kitchener stitch the top of the ear closed. bottom corners of each ear towards the
centre of the ear and sew in place to slightly
INNER EAR (MAKE 2) curve the bottom on the ear. Attach each ear
The inner ear is worked flat. to the headband by sewing through the ear
Cast on 10 sts using 3mm and Petal. and around the band.

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 PUPPET PALS
These woodland creatures, designed by
kids can
help make
these!
Jane Burns, will add extra fun to playtime.

Th ese mig ht be de si gn ed
ow
fo r kids, but we all kn
li ke
so me grown- ups who d
a set ju st as much!
 Tip These puppets would make a lovely gift if you know anyone who works with children,
as theyd come in handy for all sorts of activities: teaching about animals, bringing
stories to life, or simply as a treat when the kids have been good.

W
e dont know about you, but Row 8 K1, s2kpo, K1. [3 sts]
weve fallen in love with these Row 9 P3tog.
little critters. Constructed of
ST ST DK 3MM simple pieces with a bit of embroidery TO MAKE UP
GARTER ST WEIGHT
for individual personality, theyll be Fold ears in half at base and sew to
quick to make. You could even get the secure. Work a couple of French knots
kids themselves involved with knitting inside the ear. Sew to head using image
YOU WILL NEED some of the simpler pieces. as a guide. Using Yarn C, Swiss darn on
Q Stylecraft, Alpaca DK chin using image as a guide. Thread
(80% acrylic, 20% alpaca, some strands of Yarn C through cheeks
100g/240m), 1 ball of K FOX and secure for whiskers. Using Yarn B,
Yarn A Storm (6014) HEAD work French knots for the eyes and
QStylecraft, Life DK (75% acrylic, Cast on 8 sts using Yarn C, distribute nose, using the photo on page 49 as a
25% wool, 100g/298m), evenly over 3 DPNs and join into the guide. Sew head to body.
1 ball of each: round taking care not to twist.
Yarn B Mixtures Charcoal (2323) Rounds 1 & 2 Knit. RABBIT
Yarn E Cream (2305) Round 3 *K1, M1; rep from * to end. HEAD
QStylecraft, Special DK [16 sts] Using Yarn A, work as given for Fox
(100% acrylic, 100g/295m), Rounds 4 & 5 Knit. Head without changing colour.
1 ball of each: Round 6 *K2, M1; rep from * to end.
Yarn C Copper (1029) [24 sts] BODY
Yarn D Mocha (1064) Rounds 79 Knit. Using Yarn A, work as given for Fox
Q A set of 3mm DPNs Body, omitting the Chest Panel.
Q A 2.5mm crochet hook Change to Yarn E.
Q Darning needle Rounds 10 & 11 Knit. EARS (MAKE 2)
Q Toy stuffing Round 12 *K1, k2tog; rep from * to Cast on 5 sts using Yarn C.
For yarn stockists contact end. [16 sts] Row 1 Purl.
Stylecraft 01535 609798 Rounds 13 & 14 Knit. Row 2 Knit.
www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk Round 15 *K2tog; rep from * to end. Row 3 Purl.
[8 sts] Row 4 K1, M1, knit to last st, M1, K1.
TENSION [7 sts]
Yarn used knits as DK to this Place a running stitch through cast-on Row 5 Purl.
tension: 26 sts and 26 rows to stitches and pull tight to close, leaving Repeat rows 4 & 5 once more. [9 sts]
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over a long tail. Stuff head, thread tail Row 8 Knit.
st st using 3mm needles through rem 8 sts, pull tight to close Row 9 Purl.
and secure with stitches. Row 10 K3, s2kpo, K3. [7 sts]
MEASUREMENTS Row 11 Purl.
Each puppet is approx 9cm tall, BODY Row 12 K2, s2kpo, K2. [5 sts]
excluding ears Cast on 12 sts using Yarn C, distribute Row 13 Purl.
evenly over 3 DPNs and join into the Row 14 K1, s2kpo, K1. [3 sts]
ABBREVIATIONS round taking care not to twist. Row 15 P3tog.
s2kpo Slip next 2 stitches as if to Rounds 115 Knit.
knit, knit next st, pass both Cast off. TO MAKE UP
slipped stitches over this knitted Weave in ends. Using Yarn B, work French knots for
stitch (2 stitches decreased) eyes and darn on nose and mouth,
For a full list see page 130. CHEST PANEL using image as a guide. Sew ears in
Cast on 4 sts using Yarn E. place. Sew head to body.
Row 1 Purl.
Row 2 Knit. RACCOON
Repeat rows 1 & 2 four times in total. HEAD
Cast off. Cast on 8 sts using Yarn B, distribute
Sew to front of body. over 3 DPNs and join into the round
taking care not to twist.
EARS (MAKE 2) Rounds 1 & 2 Knit.
Cast on 5 sts using Yarn C. Round 3 *K1, M1; rep from * to end.
Row 1 Purl. [16 sts]
Row 2 Knit. Change to Yarn E.
Row 3 Purl. Rounds 4 & 5 Knit.
Row 4 K1, M1, knit to last st, M1, K1. Round 6 *K2, M1; rep from * to end.
[7 sts] [24 sts]
Row 5 Purl. Change to Yarn B.
Row 6 K2, s2kpo, K2. [5 sts] Rounds 79 Knit.
Row 7 Purl. Round 10 Knit.

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Change to Yarn E.
Round 11 Knit.
Round 12 *K1, k2tog; rep from * to
end. [16 sts]
Change to Yarn A.
Rounds 13 & 14 Knit.
Round 15 *K2tog; rep from * to end.
[8 sts]
Place a running stitch through cast-on
stitches and pull tight to close, leaving
a long tail. Stuff head, thread tail
through rem 8 sts, pull tight to close
and secure with stitches.
EARS (MAKE 2)
Cast on 11 sts using Yarn B.
Row 1 Purl.
Break yarn, leaving a long tail. Using
tapestry needle, thread through all 11
sts and pull tight to form ear shape.
Sew to head using image as a guide.
Using Yarn E, Swiss darn nose and eyes
onto face.
BODY
Cast on 12 sts using Yarn A, distribute
evenly over 3 DPNs and join into the
round taking care not to twist.
*Rounds 1 & 2 Knit.
Change to Yarn B.
Rounds 3 & 4 Knit.*
Rep from * to * 3 times in total.
Change to Yarn A.
Rounds 1316 Knit.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Sew head to body. Weave in ends.
HEDGEHOG
HEAD
Using Yarn D, work as for Rabbit Head.
STEP-BY-STEP M1 MAKE 1 INCREASE
1 Insert the point of the 2 Next slip the yarn back on
right-hand needle under the to the left-hand needle,
loop or line of yarn that lies ready for knitting.
between the two stitches.
KNITS FOR KIDS
BODY
Using Yarn D, work as given for Rabbit
Body.
SPINES
Using 2.5mm crochet hook and lengths
of Yarn B approx 10cm long, slip the
hook under a stitch on the head, fold
the strand of yarn in half and place it
over the hook. Pull through and tie
loose ends through the loop to secure.
Using image as guide apply spines to
head and down back of body.
TO MAKE UP
Sew head to body. Using Yarn B work
French knots for eyes and Swiss darn
nose and mouth.
OWL
HEAD Each animal is a variation on a basic
Cast on 8 sts using Yarn D, distribute shape, with different ears and colours.
evenly over 3 DPNs and join into the
round taking care not to twist.
Rounds 1 & 2 Knit.
Round 3 *K1, M1; rep from * to end. tapestry needle, thread through all 9
[16 sts] sts and pull tight to form eye, secure
Rounds 4 & 5 Knit. with a stitch and darn in ends. Sew to
Round 6 *K2, M1; rep from * to end. front of head, Swiss darn on features
[24 sts] using image as guide.
Rounds 715 Knit.
Cast off. BODY
Using Yarn E, work as given for Rabbit
Place running stitches though cast-on Body and Swiss darn feathers on using
stitches and pull tight to close. Stuff image as guide.
head and fold in half, sew top closed,
pinching the top corners to form ears. WINGS (MAKE 2)
Place a couple of stitches to hold Cast on 5 sts using Yarn D.
shape. Rows 112 Knit.
Cast off.
EYES (MAKE 2)
Cast on 9 sts using Yarn E. TO MAKE UP
Row 1 Purl. Sew wings in place and sew head
Break yarn, leaving a long tail. Using to body.
3 Insert the point of the 4 Pull the yarn all the way
right-hand needle into the through and youll have
back of the stitch as if to knit. anextra stitch on your
right-hand needle.
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 Yo u ll lo ve kn it ti ng
all in th e ca rdi in th is
stocking vi brant co lo ur .
stitch!

ROLL UP,
ROLL UP!
This classic cardi by Lisa Richardson is
a timeless addition to a babys wardrobe.
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 KNITS FOR KIDS

STOCKING DK 3MM
STITCH WEIGHT 4MM
YOU WILL NEED
QRowan, Baby Merino Silk DK
(66% superwash wool, 34% silk,
50g/135m); in Candy (695) or
Bluebird (684)
QA pair of 3mm needles
QA pair of 4mm needles
QButtons: 5 x 1018 from Coats
Crafts (blue cardi), 5 x BN1365
from Bedecked (pink cardi)
For yarn stockists, contact
Rowan 01484 681881
www.knitrowan.com
TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 4mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.
From Rowans Just Baby,
a collection of 19
gorgeous knits.
A
simple raglan-sleeved cardigan
in stocking stitch, this will be
quick to knit in readiness for a
new arrival. Even the neckline and
button bands are knitted in stocking
stitch so its perfect for beginners, too.
K CARDIGAN
BACK
Cast on 62 (64: 66: 68: 70: 72: 74) sts
using 3mm needles.
Beg with a K row, work in st st for 4 rows,
ending with RS facing for next row.
Change to 4mm needles.
Cont in st st, shaping side seams by dec
1 st at each end of 13th (13th: 15th: 15th:
17th: 17th: 19th) and foll 14th (14th: 16th:
16th: 18th: 18th: 20th) row.
[58 (60: 62: 64: 66: 68: 70) sts]
Work 11 (13: 15: 17: 15: 17: 19) rows,
ending with RS facing for next row.
(Back meas approx 13.5 (14: 16: 16.5:
17.5: 18: 20)cm allowing first few rows to
roll to RS.)
SHAPE RAGLAN ARMHOLES
Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows.
[52 (54: 56: 58: 60: 62: 64) sts]
Next row (RS) K2, k2tog, K to last 4 sts,
sl1, K1, psso, K2.
[50 (52: 54: 56: 58: 60: 62) sts]
Working all raglan armhole decreases as
set by last row, dec 1 st at each end of
4th and 0 (0: 0: 1: 1: 1: 1) foll 4th rows.
[48 (50: 52: 52: 54: 56: 58) sts]
Work 3 rows, ending with RS facing for
next row.
Next row (RS) (Fancy dec row) K2,
k2tog, (K3, M1, k2tog) twice, K to last 14
sts, (sl1, K1, psso, M1, K3) twice, sl1, K1,
psso, K2.
[46 (48: 50: 50: 52: 54: 56) sts]
Rep last 4 rows 2 (3: 2: 2: 2: 2: 1) times
more. [42 (42: 46: 46: 48: 50: 54) sts]
Work 3 rows, dec 1 st at each end of 2nd
of these rows.
Rep the fancy dec row once more.
[38 (38: 42: 42: 44: 46: 50) sts]
Rep the last 4 rows 2 (1: 2: 2: 2: 3: 4) times
more. [30 (34: 34: 34: 36: 34: 34) sts]
Work 1 (3: 3: 1: 3: 1: 1) rows, dec 1 st at
each end of - (2nd: 2nd: -: 2nd: -: -) of
these rows and ending with RS facing for
next row.
Cast off remaining 30 (32: 32: 34: 34: 34:
34) sts.
POCKET LININGS (MAKE 2)
Cast on 13 (14: 14: 15: 15: 16: 16) sts
using 4mm needles.
Beg with a K row, work in st st for 14 (14:
16: 18: 18: 20: 22) rows, ending with RS
facing for next row.
Break yarn and leave sts on a holder.
LEFT FRONT
Cast on 30 (31: 32: 33: 34: 35: 36) sts
using 3mm needles.
Beg with a K row, work in st st for 4 rows,
ending with RS facing for next row.
Change to 4mm needles.
Cont in st st, shaping side seams by dec
1 st at beg of 13th (13th: 15th: 15th: 17th:
17th: 19th) row.

FIND YOUR SIZE

SIZE 0-3 mths 3-6 mths 6-9 mths 6-12 mths 12-18 mths 2 yrs 3 yrs
TO FIT cm 41 43 45 47 49-51 53 55
CHEST in 16 17 17 18 19-20 21 21
ACTUAL cm 53 55 56 58 60 62 64
CHEST in 21 21 22 23 23 24 25
cm 25 26.5 28 29.5 31 32.5 34
LENGTH
in 9 10 11 11 12 12 13
cm 12 14.5 17 19 21 23.5 26
SLEEVE
in 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
YARN Rowan, Baby Merino Silk DK (50g/135m skeins)
Candy 2
(695) 3 3 3 3 4 4

Bluebird 2 3 3 3 3 4 4
(684)

SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, weve colour-coded
the sizing instructions. Simply follow our colour-coded measurements.

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 Tip Ifalternative
you think buttons are a bother to fasten and you dont want to include them, an
is to stitch ribbons in the corners of the neckline and tie them in a bow.
Remember not to knit the buttonholes, though!
[29 (30: 31: 32: 33: 34: 35) sts]
Work 1 (1: 1: 3: 1: 3: 3) rows, ending with
RS facing for next row.
PLACE POCKET
Next row (RS) K8 (8: 8: 8: 9: 9: 9), slip
next 13 (14: 14: 15: 15: 16: 16) sts onto a
holder and, in their place, K across
13 (14: 14: 15: 15: 16: 16) sts of first pocket
lining, K8 (8: 9: 9: 9: 9: 10).
Dec 1 st at side seam edge of 12th (12th:
14th: 12th: 16th: 14th: 16th) row.
[28 (29: 30: 31: 32: 33: 34) sts]
Work 11 (13: 15: 17: 15: 17: 19) rows,
ending with RS facing for next row.
SHAPE RAGLAN ARMHOLE
Cast off 3 sts at beg of next row.
[25 (26: 27: 28: 29: 30: 31) sts]
Work 1 row.
Working all raglan armhole decreases as
set by back raglan armholes, dec 1 st at
armhole edge of next and 1 (1: 1: 2: 2: 2:
2) foll 4th rows.
[23 (24: 25: 25: 26: 27: 28) sts]
Work 3 rows, ending with RS facing for
next row.
Next row (RS) (Fancy dec row) K2,
k2tog, (K3, M1, k2tog) twice, K to end.
[22 (23: 24: 24: 25: 26: 27) sts]
Rep last 4 rows 2 (2: 2: 2: 2: 2: 1) times
more. [20 (21: 22: 22: 23: 24: 26) sts]
Work 3 rows, dec 1 (0: 1: 1: 1: 1: 1) st
at raglan armhole edge of 2nd of
these rows.
Rep the fancy dec row once more.
[18 (20: 20: 20: 21: 22: 24) sts]
Rep the last 4 rows 0 (0: 0: 0: 0: 0: 1) times
more. [18 (20: 20: 20: 21: 22: 22) sts]
Work 2 (2: 2: 0: 0: 2: 2) rows, dec 1 st at
raglan armhole edge of 2nd row and
ending with WS facing for next row.
[17 (19: 19: 20: 21: 21: 21) sts]
SHAPE FRONT NECK
Cast off 7 (7: 7: 8: 7: 7: 7) sts at beg of
next row. [10 (12: 12: 12: 14: 14: 14) sts]
Dec 1 st at neck edge of next 4 (5: 5: 5: 5:
5: 5) rows, then on foll 0 (0: 0: 0: 1: 1: 1) alt
row and at same time dec 1 st at raglan
armhole edge of next and foll 1 (2: 2: 2:
3: 3: 3) alt rows. [4 sts]
Work 0 (1: 1: 1: 1: 1: 1) row, ending with
RS facing for next row.
Next row (RS) K1, sl1, k2tog, psso.
Next row P2.
Next row K2tog, fasten off.
RIGHT FRONT
Cast on 30 (31: 32: 33: 34: 35: 36) sts
using 3mm needles.
Beg with a K row, work in st st for 4 rows,
ending with RS facing for next row.
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Change to 4mm needles.
Cont in st st, shaping side seams by dec 1
st at end of 13th (13th: 15th: 15th: 17th:
17th: 19th) row.
[29 (30: 31: 32: 33: 34: 35) sts]
Work 1 (1: 1: 3: 1: 3: 3) rows, ending with RS
facing for next row.
PLACE POCKET
Next row (RS) K8 (8: 9: 9: 9: 9: 10), slip next
13 (14: 14: 15: 15: 16: 16) sts onto a holder
and, in their place, K across 13 (14: 14: 15:
15: 16: 16) sts of second pocket lining, K8
(8: 8: 8: 9: 9: 9).
Complete to match left front, reversing
shapings.
SLEEVES
Cast on 27 (29: 29: 31: 31: 33: 33) sts using
3mm needles.
Beg with a K row, work in st st for 4 rows,
ending with RS facing for next row.
Change to 4mm needles.
Cont in st st, shaping sides by inc 1 st at
each end of 3rd and every foll alt (alt: alt:
4th: 4th: 4th: 4th) row to 43 (37: 33: 49: 49:
45: 43) sts, then on every foll 4th (4th: 4th:
6th: 6th: 6th: 6th) row until there are
47 (49: 51: 53: 55: 57: 59) sts.
Cont straight until sleeve meas 12 (14.5: 17:
19: 21: 23.5: 26)cm, ending with RS facing
for next row.
SHAPE RAGLAN
Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows.
[41 (43: 45: 47: 49: 51: 53) sts]
Next row (RS) K2, k2tog, K to last 4 sts, sl1,
K1, psso, K2.
Next row P2, p2tog tbl, P to last 4 sts,
p2tog, P2.
Rep last 2 rows 2 (2: 3: 3: 3: 3: 4) times
more. [29 (31: 29: 31: 33: 35: 33) sts]
Next row (RS) K2, k2tog, K to last 4 sts,
sl1, K1, psso, K2.
Next row Purl.
Rep last 2 rows 10 (11: 10: 11: 12: 13: 12)
times more. [7 sts]
Next row (RS) K2, sl1, k2tog, psso, K2.
Next row Purl.
Cast off rem 5 sts.
TO MAKE UP
Press, then join all raglan seams.
Mark points along front opening edges
2 rows up from cast-on edge.
BUTTON BAND
With RS facing and using 3mm needles,
pick up and knit 48 (49: 54: 57: 58: 61: 66)
sts evenly along one front opening edge
(left front for a girl or right front for a boy)
between neck shaping and marked point
The stocking stitch edges will naturally
curl up at the neckline and cuffs.
near cast-on edge.
Beg with a P row, work in st st for 5 rows,
ending with RS facing for next row.
Cast off.
BUTTONHOLE BAND
Work to match button band, picking up
sts along other front opening edge and
with the addition of 5 buttonholes
worked in row 2 as folls:
For a girl
Row 2 (RS) K5 (6: 7: 6: 7: 6: 7), *yfwd,
k2tog (to make a buttonhole), K8 (8: 9:
10: 10: 11: 12); rep from * 3 times more,
yfwd, k2tog (to make 5th buttonhole),
K1.
For a boy
Row 2 (RS) K2, *yfwd, k2tog (to make a
buttonhole), K8 (8: 9: 10: 10: 11: 12); rep
from * 3 times more, yfwd, k2tog (to
make 5th buttonhole), K4 (5: 6: 5: 6: 5: 6).
For a girl or a boy
When all 5 rows are complete, cast off.
NECKBAND
With RS facing and using 3mm
needles, beg and ending 2 rows down
from front band, cast off edges, pick up
and knit 14 (16: 16: 17: 18: 18: 18) sts up
right side of neck, 5 sts from top of right
sleeve, 30 (32: 32: 34: 34: 34: 34) sts from
back, 5 sts from top of left sleeve, then
14 (16: 16: 17: 18: 18: 18) sts down left
side of neck.
[68 (74: 74: 78: 80: 80: 80) sts]
POCKET TOPS (BOTH ALIKE)
Slip 13 (14: 14: 15: 15: 16: 16) sts left on
pocket holder onto 3mm needles and
rejoin yarn with RS facing.
Beg with a K row, work in st st for 2 rows,
ending with RS facing for next row.
Cast off.
Press, then join all seams. Weave in all
loose ends. Attach button using a
matching thread.
 c
anudt ko ut
ee p One-night knits
ChequEred Case

PenciL caseS
Desks, lockers and school bags will be so
much tidier with pens and pencils neatly stored.

feLted StripeS DiagoNal sTripeS

150 Thrifty Knits 55
 ChequEred Case
YOU WILL NEED CASE Row 3 K1, *sl1, K1; rep from * to end.
Q Stylecraft, Life DK NOTE Slip all sl1 sts pwise. Row 4 K1, *yf, sl1, yb, K1; rep from * to end.
(75% acrylic, 25% Row 5 K2, *sl1, K1; rep from * to last st, K1.
wool, 100g/298m), FIRST EDGING Row 6 K2, *yf, sl1, yb, K1; rep from * to last
1 ball of each: Cast on 61 sts using 3mm needles and st, K1.
Yarn A Silver Grey Yarn A. Cast off.
(2341) Row 1 K1, *sl1, K1; rep from * to end.
Yarn B Cranberry Row 2 K1, *yf, sl1, yb, K1; rep from * to end. TO MAKE UP
(2319) Row 3 K2, *sl1, K1; rep from * to last st, K1. With WS facing, fold in half, bring the cast-off
Q A pair of 3mm Row 4 K2, *yf, sl1, yb, K1; rep from * to last and cast-on edges together, join side seams
needles, st, K1. using mattress stitch, and sew zip in place.
Q A pair of 4mm
needles BODY
Q 15cm zip, needle Change to 4mm needles and Yarn B.
and thread Row 1 K1, *sl1, K1; rep from * to end.
Row 2 K1, *yf, sl1, yb, K1; rep from * to end.
TENSION Change to Yarn A.
Yarn used knits as DK Row 3 K2, *sl1, K1; rep from * to last st, K1.
to this tension: 22sts Row 4 K2, *yf, sl1, yb, K1; rep from * to last
and 30 rows to meas st, K1.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Continue working last 4 rows, which form the
st st using 4mm pattern for the pencil case body, until piece
needles meas 13cm from cast-on edge, ending after
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

a row 2.
MEASUREMENTS
18x7cm (7x2in) SECOND EDGING
Change to 3mm needles and Yarn A.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 1 K2, *sl1, K1; rep from * to last st, K1.
For a full list, see Row 2 K2, *yf, sl1, yb, K1; rep from * to last This case is really simple knit a rectangle, fold it, sew it
page 130. st, K1. and stitch in a zip. Youll be done in no time.

DiagoNal sTripeS feLted StripeS

YOU WILL NEED PENCIL CASE
YOU WILL NEED PENCIL CASE
Q King Cole, Splash Cast on 1 st using 4mm needles. Q Jamieson & Smith Cast on 63 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn A.
DK (100% acrylic, Row 1 Kfb. [2 sts] 2ply Jumper Work 4 rows in st st, starting with a knit row.
100g/292m), 1 ball Row 2 Kfb, K1. [3 sts] Weight (100% Join in Yarn B (do not break off A, but carry up
Seaspray (810) Row 3 Kfb, K2. [4 sts] Shetland wool, side of work), and work 4 rows in st st using B.
Q A pair of 4mm Row 4 Kfb, K3. [5 sts] 25g/115m), 1 ball Continue to work in alternating 4 row stripes
needles Row 5 Kfb, K4. [6 sts] of each: of Yarns A and B until piece meas approx
Q An 18cm zip, needle Continue to increase into the 1st stitch as set Yarn A Blue (18) 23cm from cast-on edge.
and thread until you have 65 sts. Yarn B Red (93) Cast off.
Next row K2tog, K to end of row. [64 sts] Q A pair of 4mm
TENSION Next row K2tog, K to end of row. [63 sts] needle TO MAKE UP
Yarn used knits as DK Continue to decrease at the start of the row as Q Six small buttons Fold RS together to make a pocket 8cm deep
to this tension: 22 sts set until you have 1 st remaining. (with a 7cm flap). Sew side seams and weave in
and 28 rows to meas Fasten off yarn. TENSION all ends. Turn RS out.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Yarn used knits as DK
st st using 4mm TO MAKE UP to this tension: 21 sts TO FELT
needles Lay your knitting out flat and fold over so the and 27 rows to meas Wearing washing-up gloves, plunge knitted
opening runs up the centre front of the case. 10x10cm (4x4in) over piece into very hot water and agitate
MEASUREMENTS Pin and sew the ends together. st st using 4mm vigorously. Every so often, squeeze out the
22x11cm (8x4in) Turn the right way out and, with the zip needles before felting piece and plunge into very cold water.
undone, attach the zip to the opening of the Continue to alternate between very hot and
ABBREVIATIONS case. Sew the seams closed and thread some MEASUREMENTS very cold waters, rubbing fabric vigorously
PATTERN BY JEN ARNALL-CULLIFORD

For a full list, see yarn through the zip tab. 30x7cm (11x2in) until the desired level of felting is achieved.
page 130. Lay flat and allow to dry.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list, see TO FINISH
page 130. Carefully use a sharp craft or Stanley knife to
cut 6 small buttonholes in the flap. These can
be edged in a contrasting colour by simple
oversewing of the edges. Sew on buttons to
match holes.

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 FINE DINING
Make dinner a classy affair with
Lace for
intermediate
knitters
Amanda Jones lace jar covers.

y
Upcy cle yo ur ol d, empt
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ja rs and gi ve th em a ne
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 Tip Although Amanda Jones, the designer, used a creamy, woolly yarn for these lace
jar covers, any DK yarn can be used and you can get some wonderful effects. A silky
coloured yarn, for example, containing a tea light would look marvellous and mysterious.
LACE DK 3MM
STITCHES WEIGHT 4MM
YOU WILL NEED
Q A DK yarn from your stash in
a creamy colour
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q A pair of 4mm needles
Q A cable needle
Q 3 jars in the following sizes:
23.5cm circumference x 8cm
high (Bonne Maman style jar)
23cm circumference x 10cm
high (straight-sided jar)
27cm circumference x 14cm
high (family-size mayonnaisejar)
For yarn stockists contact
Coats 01484 681881
www.makeitcoats.com
TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over
st st using 3mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
s2kpo Sl2 as if to k2tog, K1, pass
slipped sts over
MB Make bobble: knit into front
and back of next st 3 times
making 6 sts, then pass each st
over first st
For a full list see page 130.
This delicate lace pattern is worked over
eight stitches, repeated around the cover.
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F
ood tastes better when its served
up in style, dont you think? So add
a hintof elegance to your table
with these lace jar covers. Fill them with
sweets or nuts for a treat to dip into.
They make lovely vases too flowers
look beautiful during the day, or when it
starts to grow dark just pop a tea light in
the bottom for a lovely lantern.
Each size features a different lace
pattern for a co-ordinated look, so you
wont get bored halfway through.
K BONNE MAMAN STYLE JAR COVER
Cast on 41 sts using 3mm needles.
Row 1 (RS) K1, *P1, K1; rep from * to
end.
Row 2 P1, *K1, P1; rep from * to end.
Change to 4mm needles and start patt.
Row 1 (RS) K1, *K1, k2tog, yo, K1, yo,
skpo, K2; rep from * to end.
Row 2 and every foll WS row Purl.
Row 3 K1, *k2tog, yo, K3, yo, skpo, K1;
rep from * to end.
Row 5 K1, *K1, yo, skpo, yo, s2kpo, yo,
K2; rep from * to end.
Row 7 K1, *K2, yo, sl1, k2tog, psso, yo,
K3; rep from * to end.
Row 9 K1, yo, skpo, K1, *K2, k2tog, yo,
K1, yo, skpo, K1; rep from * to last 5 sts,
K2, k2tog, yo, K1.
Row 11 K2, yo, skpo, *K1, k2tog, yo,
K3, yo, skpo; rep from * to last 5 sts, K1,
k2tog, yo, K2.
Row 13 K1, k2tog, yo, K1, *K2, yo, skpo,
yo, s2kpo, yo, K1; rep from * to last 5
sts, K2, yo, skpo, K1.
Row 15 K2tog, yo, K2, *K3, yo, s2kpo,
yo, K2; rep from * to last 5 rows, K3, yo,
skpo.
Row 16 Purl.
Repeat rows 17.
Next row (WS) P1, *K1, P1; rep from *
to end.
Work 1 row of K1, P1 rib as set.
Cast off in K1, P1 rib as set.
TO MAKE UP
Press work. Join seam.
STRAIGHT-SIDED JAM JAR COVER
Cast on 39 sts using 3mm needles.
Work 2 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Change to 4mm needles and start patt.
Row 1 (RS) K1, yo, *skpo, K6, yo; rep
from * to last 6 sts, skpo, K4.
Row 2 and every foll WS row Purl.
Row 3 K2, yo, *skpo, K3, k2tog, yo, K1,
yo; rep from * to last 5 sts, skpo, K3.
Row 5 K1, k2tog, yo, *skpo, K1, k2tog,
yo, sk2po, yo; rep from * to last 4 sts,
skpo, K2.
Row 7 K2, yo, K1, yo, *sk2po, (yo, K1)
3 times, yo; rep from * to last 3 sts,
skpo, K1.
Row 9 K5, *yo, skpo, K6; rep from * to
last 2 sts, yo, skpo.
Row 11 K3, k2tog, *yo, K1, yo, skpo,
K3, k2tog; rep from * to last 2 sts,
yo, K2.
Row 13 K2, k2tog, *yo, sk2po, yo,
skpo, K1, k2tog; rep from * to last 3 sts,
yo, skpo, K1.
Row 15 K1, k2tog, *(yo, K1) 3 times, yo,
sk2po; rep from * to last 3 sts, yo, K1,
yo, K2.
Row 16 Purl.
Repeat rows 115.
Change to 3mm needles and work
2 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Press work. Join seam.
MAYONNAISE JAR COVER
Cast on 49 sts using 3mm needles.
Work 2 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Change to 4mm needles and start patt.
Row 1 (RS) P1, *yo, K1, MB, K1, yo,
sk2po, yo, k2tog, yo, K2, sk2po, K2,
yrn, P1; rep from * to end.
Row 2 and every foll WS row K1, *P15
K1; rep from * to end.
Row 3 P1 *yo, K5, yo, sk2po, yo, K2,
sk2po, K2, yrn, P1; rep from * to end.
Row 5 P1, *yo, K2, sk2po, K2, yo, skpo,
yo, K1, sk2po, K1, yo, K1, yrn, P1; rep
from * to end.
Row 7 P1, *yo, K2, sk2po, K2, yo, skpo,
yo, sk2po, yo, K1, MB, K1, yrn, P1; rep
from * to end.
Row 9 P1, *yo, K2, sk2po, K2, yo,
sk2po, yo, K5, yrn, P1; rep from * to
end.
Row 11 P1, *(yo, K1) twice, sk2po, K1,
yo, k2tog, yo, K2, sk2po, K2, yrn, P1;
rep from * to end.
Row 12 K1, *P15, K1; rep from * to end.
Rep rows 112 until you have
completed 3 full patt reps ending on
WS row.
Change to 3mm needles and work
2 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Press work. Join seam.
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Mug hugS

GardeN tea partY

Teatime will be even lovelier when you adorn
your table with these gorgeous knits.

Jar cOvers NapkiN ringS

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 Mug hugS
YOU WILL NEED MUG HUG Next row (Buttonhole row, RS) K2, BH3, K2.
Q Sirdar, Country Style NOTE Make buttonhole over 3 sts using the Next row K1, P to last st, K1.
4ply (40% nylon, one-row buttonhole technique: bring yarn to Cast off.
30% wool, 30% the front, sl next st, take Yarn Back and keep it
acrylic, 50g/226m), at the back, sl next st, psso, (sl1, psso) twice TO MAKE UP
1 ball of each: more. You have cast off 3 sts. Turn, make 3 Weave in ends. Block the piece to
Yarn A Rose cable cast-on, then make 4th cable cast-on measurements. Attach a button to
Garden (631) or but keep the yarn in front. Turn, sl1, psso. non-buttonhole side of the piece.
Parchment (404) Cast on 21 sts using 3mm needles and
Yarn B Cream (411) Yarn A.
Q A pair of 3mm Preparation row (WS) Using Yarn A, Purl.
needles Row 1 (RS) Using Yarn B, K4, sl1, *K3, sl1; rep
Q One button for from * to last 4 sts, K4.
each mug hug Row 2 (WS) Using Yarn B, K4, yf, sl1, yb, *K3,
yf, sl1, yb; rep from * to last 4 sts, K4.
TENSION Row 3 Using Yarn A K1, *sl1, K1; rep from * to
Yarn used knits as 4ply end.
to this tension: 28 sts Row 4 Using Yarn A, K1, yf, sl1, yb, K1; rep
and 36 rows to meas from * to end.
10x10cm (4x4in) over The above 4 rows form patt.
st st using 3mm Cont in patt until piece meas 25cm from cast
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

needles on, ending on row 4.

Next row (RS) Knit.
MEASUREMENTS Next row (WS) Cast off 7 sts, P to end.
26.5x7cm long, ex tab Next row Cast off 7 sts, K to end. [7 sts]
(10x2in) You will now be working with Yarn A only.
Next row (WS) K1, P to last 1 st, K1. Not just pretty
ABBREVIATIONS Next row (RS) Knit. woolly mug hugs
For a full list, see Rep above 2 rows until strap meas 2.5cm, are practical too.
page 130. ending with a WS row.

NapkiN ringS jaR coverS

YOU WILL NEED JAR COVER
YOU WILL NEED NAPKIN RING
Q A DK yarn from Cast on 32 sts using 4mm needles. Q Sirdar, Country Cast on 64 (48) sts using 4mm DPNs,
your stash (we Preparation row 1 (WS) Knit. Style 4ply (40% distribute sts evenly over needles and join in
used a bamboo/silk Preparation row 2 (RS) *K3, yo; rep from * to nylon, 30% wool, to the round.
blend) in lilac last 2 sts, K2. [42 sts] 30% acrylic, 50g/ Round 1 Purl.
Q A pair of 4mm Preparation row 3 Knit, but K tbl the yo made 226m), 1 ball of Round 2 *Sl next 4 sts individually, K1, pass
needles on the previous row. each: Green (428) all 4 slipped stitches over, (yo, K1) 3 times, yo;
Q A cable needle Row 1 (RS) K3, P1, *K6, P1; rep from * to last and White (411) rep from * to end.
Q One button for 3 sts, K3. Q A set of 3mm Work even for 9 (8) rounds.
each napkin ring Row 2 (WS) K4, *P6, K1; rep from * to last 3 DPNs
sts, K3. Q Tapestry needle, FOR THE LARGER SIZE ONLY
TENSION Row 3 K3, P1, *C3B, C3F, P1; rep from * to last crochet hook, Next round *K2, k2tog; rep from * to end.
Yarn used knits as DK 3 sts, K3. cardboard to make [48 sts]
to this tension: 22 sts Row 4 K4, *P6, K1; rep from * to last 3 sts, K3. pompoms Work 3 rounds even.
and 28 rows to meas Repeat rows 14 once more.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Next row (Buttonhole row, RS) K1, k2tog, yo, TENSION FOR BOTH SIZES
st st using 4mm P1, *K6, P1; rep from * to last 3 sts, K3. Yarn used knits as Next round *K1, k2tog; rep from * to end.
needles Repeat rows 24 once more, then repeat rows 4ply to this tension: [32 sts]
13 once. 28 sts and 36 rows to Work 3 rounds even.
MEASUREMENTS Next row (WS) Knit. meas 10x10cm (4x4in) Next round *K2tog; rep from * to end. [16 sts]
17.5x6.5cm (7x2in) Next row (RS) *K2, k2tog; rep from * to last over st st using Work 1 round.
2 sts, K2. [32 sts] 3mm needles Next round *K2tog; rep from * to end. [8 sts]
ABBREVIATIONS Next row Knit. Cut yarn, leaving 10 cm tail. Thread tail through
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

For a full list, see Cast off. MEASUREMENTS rem sts, pull tight and fasten to inside.
page 130. Large: 8.5cm (3in)
TO MAKE UP diameter; Small: TO MAKE UP
Tidy ends and block the piece to 6.5cm (2in) Weave in ends. Gently apply steam using
measurements. Attach button to the diameter steam iron to shape piece. Crochet a chain
non-buttonhole side. long enough to wrap around the jar twice
ABBREVIATIONS leaving 15cm tail at both ends (used to tie the
For a full list, see pompom together). Make 2.5cm pompom.
page 130. Using the tails, attach pompom. For best result,
use an empty jam jar to block piece to size.

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STOCKING LACE 4MM

STITCH WEIGHT

YOU WILL NEED

Q Bessie May, Lishie Lou Grace
lace weight (70% super kid
mohair, 30% silk, 25g/195m),
1 ball Mist (9140)
Q A pair of 4mm needles
Q Tapestry needle, silver plated
6cm (2in) hair comb, 3 x 6mm
oyster glass pearl beads (comb
and beads used here are from
www.spoiltrottenbeads.co.uk),
25x60cm (10x23in) tulle fabric
or Russian netting (which has
much larger mesh)

TENSION
Yarn used knits as lace weight to
this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 4mm needles

ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.

BIRDCAGE VEIL
K VEIL
FLOWER (MAKE 8)
Cast on 5 sts using 4mm needles.
Row 1 (RS) K1, *yo, K1; rep from * to end.
[9 sts]
Row 2 and every alt row (WS) Purl.
Kyoko Nakayoshis pretty headdress is
Row 3 As row 1. [17 sts] a lovely alternative to a traditional veil.
Row 5 K1,*yo, K2; rep from * to end. [25 sts]
Row 7 K1,*yo, K3; rep from * to end. [33 sts]
Row 9 K1,*yo, K4; rep from * to end. [41 sts] (follow the illustrations for the corsage corner on one of the edges (fig. 1).
Row 11 K1, *yo, K5; rep from * to end. on page 62). Using the yarn tail, sew Open out and tack around the round
[49 sts] them together at the folded edge and edge (grey line, fig. 2) and gather. Fix at
Row 13 K1, *yo, K6; rep from * to end. the centre but make sure that the the back of the flower, then attach the
[57 sts] petals will still open up once sewn. hair comb.
Row 15 K1, *yo, K7; rep from * to end. Then place the quarter pieces, one by
[65 sts] one, at a 45 angle. Sew the edges
Row 16 Purl. together to secure. fig.1
Cast off.
FOLD

Break yarn leaving a tail of 20cm and pull
through. Join edges and make into a circle.
TO MAKE UP
Gently apply a steam iron to each petal.
Fold 4 of them in half, RS facing, and fold
the other 4 into quarters, RS facing.
Place the half-folded pieces on top of
each other, one by one, to make a circle
Open the petals to shape. Weave in the
free ends of yarn at the back of the Tulle fabric
flower and attach 3 pearl beads at the
centre front of the flower. fig.2
Cut approx 25x60cm of tulle fabric
(if you have Russian netting, you can
use its 23cm width). The length of the
fabric should be enough to wrap over
Tulle fabric
your face. Fold in half and cut a round

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 Tip Instead of using a DK yarn, you could use a lighter-weight yarn to get a more delicate
look, especially if you use the same sized needles. Bessie May has a delicate kid
mohair and silk blend, which will give an ethereal, misty look and feel to the flower.

STOCKING DK 4MM
STITCH WEIGHT

YOU WILL NEED

Q Bessie May, Lishie Lou Honour
DK (85% microfibre acrylic,
15% nylon, 50g/90m ball),
1 ball of each:
Yarn A Zest (7330)
Yarn B Zing (7320)
Q A set of 4mm DPNs
Q Tapestry needle, 20x20cm (8x8in)
fabric (such as white tulle), thread,
needle, brooch pin

TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 19 sts and 25 rows to meas
10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using
4mm needles

ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.

K CORSAGE
PETALS (MAKE 5)
Cast on 40 sts using 4mm DPNs and
Yarn A. Distribute stitches evenly over
DPNs and join to work in the round.
Round 1 *K3, k2tog; rep from * to end.
[32 sts]
Round 2 and every alternate round Knit.
Round 3 *K2, k2tog; rep from * to end.
[24 sts]
Round 5 *K1, k2tog; rep from * to end.
[16 sts]
Round 7 *K2tog; rep from * to end. [8 sts]
Break yarn and thread through rem sts.
Pull yarn tightly to close gap. Weave in
ends leaving one free end of yarn to sew
the petals together later on.
LEAF (MAKE 2)
Cast on 3 sts using Yarn B.
Row 1 (RS) K1, (K1, yo, K1) into the next
st, K1. [5 sts]
Row 2 and every alternate row (WS)
Purl.
Row 3 K2, (K1, yo, K1) into the next st,
K2. [7 sts]
Row 5 K3, (K1, yo, K1) into the next st,
K3. [9 sts]
Row 7 K4, (K1, yo, K1) into the next st,
K4. [11 sts]
Row 9 Knit.
ROSE CORSAGE
This dainty brooch by Kyoko Nakayoshi
would be perfect for bridesmaids.
Row 11 K4, sl2, K1, p2sso, K4. [9 sts] Turn the piece over (so the sewn part is
Row 13 K3, sl2, K1, p2sso, K3. [7 sts] facing down). Roll the last petal and place
Row 15 K2, sl2, K1, p2sso, K2. [5 sts] at the centre facing up. Using thread and
Row 17 K1, sl2, K1, p2sso, K1. [3 sts] needle, sew the rolled edge and fix at the
Row 19 Sl2, K1, p2sso. [1 st] centre base.
Break yarn and pull through rem st. Attach the leaves at the back.
Weave in ends, but leave the yarn at the Attach the brooch pin at the back.
base of the leaf to sew the leaves at the
back of the flower later on.
fig. 1
TO MAKE UP
Weave in ends. Gently apply a steam
1 2
iron to petals and leaves to shape them.
Half-folded
Cut 5 circles of fabric slightly larger in petal
Petal 1
diameter than the knitted petals. You Petal 2
can cut the fabric freehand. Place one
fabric disc onto WS of each petal and fix
at the centre using thread and needle.
Fold all the petals in half with WS facing 3 4
each other. Place 4 petals on top of each
other in a circle (fig.1). Using thread and
needle, sew them together along the Petal 4
fold to fix (do not sew through all the Petal 3
layers as it will prevent the flower
opening just sew the edge lightly).

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beAded SacheT riNg cuShion band

WeddiNg deLightS
Weddings are even more special with hand-made
extras so add a personal touch with these lovely knits.

MittenS riNg cuShion

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 riNg cuShion band beAded SacheT
YARN LACE BAND YOU WILL NEED SACHET
Q Bergre de France, Cast on 27 sts using 3mm needles. Q Bessie May, Thea Thread 352 beads onto yarn. Push them
Idal (40% wool, Row 1 Knit. Row 2 Purl. Bea Smile DK down until needed.
30% acrylic, 30% (100% extra fine Cast on 56 sts using 4mm DPNs,
polymide, 50g/ HEART LACE PATTERN Merino wool, distributed evenly, place marker and join to
125m), 1 ball Row 1 K2, k2tog, yo, K8, k2tog, yo, K9, yo, skpo, K2. 50g/120m), 1 ball work in the round.
Everest (51220) Row 2 and all alt rows Purl. Creme (3150) Round 1 Knit.
Q A pair of 3mm Row 3 K2, k2tog, yo, K7, k2tog, yo, K1, yo, skpo, Q A set of 4mm DPNs Round 2 Knit.
needles K7, yo, skpo, K2. Q Tapestry needle, Cont in st st in this way until the piece meas
Q 25x25cm plain Row 5 K2, k2tog, yo, K6, k2tog, yo, K3, yo, skpo, embroidery needle, 3cm from cast on.
cushion, fabric, K6, yo, skpo, K2. thread, 352 seed Eyelets rnd *K3, yo, k2tog, K2; rep from *
1m narrow ribbon Row 7 K2, k2tog, yo, K5, k2tog, yo, K5, yo, skpo, beads (we used to end.
K5, yo, skpo, K2. 3mm silver-lined Work 2 more rounds in st st.
TENSION Row 9 K2, k2tog, yo, K4, k2tog, yo, K7, yo, skpo, crystal beads from Next round *K2, b1, K1, b1, K2; rep from *
Yarn used knits as 4ply K4, yo, skpo, K2. www.e-beads. to end.
to this tension: 24 sts Row 11 K2, k2tog, yo, K3, k2tog, yo, K9, yo, skpo, co.uk) Next round Knit.
and 31 rows to meas K3, yo, skpo, K2. Rep from * 21 times more.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 13 K2, k2tog, yo, (K3, k2tog, yo) twice, K4, TENSION Distribute sts evenly over 2 DPNs (28 sts on
st st using 3mm yo, skpo, K3, yo, skpo, K2. Yarn used knits as DK each). Using Kitchener method, graft the
needles Row 15 K2, k2tog, yo, K4, yo, skpo, K1, k2tog, yo, to this tension: 21 sts base closed.
K1, yo, skpo, K1, k2tog, yo, K4, yo, skpo, K2. PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI and 28 rows to meas
ABBREVIATIONS Row 17 K2, k2tog, yo, K5, yo, sl 1, k2tog, psso, yo, 10x10cm (4x4in) over TO MAKE UP
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

For a full list, see K3, yo, sl 1, k2tog, psso, yo, K5, yo, skpo, K2. st st using 4mm Weave in ends. Block the piece to measure
page 130. Row 18 Purl. needles 12x16cm. Cut a 50cm length of ribbon and
Repeat rows 118 until band meas 50cm. thread through the eyelet holes. Tie a bow
Cast off. SPECIAL to close.
ABBREVIATION
TO MAKE UP b1 Thread bead:
Cover cushion pad with fabric, sew on band and bring yarn in front
thread through ribbon for fastening the rings. with a bead

riNg cuShion miTtens

YOU WILL NEED MITTENS (MAKE 2)
YOU WILL NEED CUSHION COVER (MAKE 2)
Q Bessie May, Lishie Cast on 8 sts using 4mm DPNs, distributed Q Bergre de France, Cast on 43 sts using 3mm needles.
Lou Honour DK evenly, join to work in the round. Idal (40% wool, Knit 2 rows.
(85% microfibre Round 1 *(K1, yo) twice; rep from * 3 times more. 30% acrylic, 30% Row 1 Knit.
acrylic, 15% nylon, [4 sts on each DPN. 16 sts] polymide, 50g/ Row 2 Purl.
50g/90m), 1 ball Round 2 Knit. 125m), 1 ball Row 3 Purl.
Star (7410) Round 3 *K1, yo, K to end of the DPN, yo; rep Everest (51220) Row 4 Purl.
Q A set of 4mm DPNs from * 3 times more. Q A pair of 3mm Rows 5, 7 & 9 P1, *yo K4, sl 1, K1, psso, P1,
Q Approx 20cm (8in) Round 4 Knit. needles k2tog,K4, yo, P1; rep from * to end of row.
ribbon Rep from * until there are 26 sts on each DPN. Q Pink beads, Rows 6, 8 & 10 K1, *P6, K1; rep from * to
Q Approx 44x22cm [104 sts] beading needle end.
(17x8in) fabric Next round *K1, yo, K to end of the DPN, yo; rep Row 11 Knit.
Q 50g stuffing from * 3 times more. [28 sts on each DPN. 112 sts] TENSION Row 12 Purl.
Next round Purl and work ptbl in each yo made Yarn used knits as Row 13 Knit.
TENSION on the previous round to close the holes. [30 sts 4ply to this tension: Row 14 Purl.
Yarn used knits as on each DPN. 120 sts] 24 sts and 31 rows to Rows 15, 17 & 19 P1, *k2tog, K4, yo, P1,
DK to this tension: Cast off purlwise. Ptbl the yo made on the meas 10x10cm (4x4in) yo, K4, sl 1, K1, psso, P1; rep from * to end.
19 sts and 25 rows previous round when you cast off at the corner. over st st using Row 16, 18 & 20 K1, *P6, K1; rep from * to
to 10x10cm (4x4in) Break yarn and pull through all rem sts. 3mm needles end of row.
over st st using 4mm Repeat rows 110.
needles CUSHION ABBREVIATIONS Continue in stocking stitch for 5cm (meas
Cut 2 pieces of 22x22cm fabric. With RS facing For a full list, see from end of lace pattern), ending on a K
ABBREVIATIONS each other, sew the sides leaving approx 5cm gap page 130. row.
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

ptbl Purl through the on one side. Turn the piece right side out and fill Next row Knit.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

back loop with stuffing. Sew the gap to close. Cast off.
For a full list, see
page 130. TO MAKE UP TO MAKE UP
With WS of knitted pieces facing each other, graft Weave in loose ends. Using a beading
around the edges leaving one side open. Slide the needle and matching yarn, attach 3 beads
cushion inside and continue to graft to end. Cut to the centre of each lace pattern over the
approx 20cm of ribbon and thread in the centre of purl stitches. Sew the side seam, leaving a
the ring cushion. Place the ring and tie the knot. gap for your thumb.

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Heart napkiN Lacy Vases

WeddiNg tablE
What could be prettier than delicate lace, lowers
and hearts to decorate your table?

Curly rose FavouR bowL

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 Lacy Vases Heart napkiN
YOU WILL NEED NOTE The pattern repeat is small (2 sts) so YOU WILL NEED HEARTS (MAKE 2)
Q Bessie May, Lishie you can adjust to fit any circumference. To Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 5 sts using 3mm DPNs. Distribute sts
Lou Honor DK (85% adjust, measure circumference in cm. Subtract your stash evenly over DPNs and join to work in the round.
microfibre acrylic, 3cm (to get a tight fit). Using the tension, Q A set of 3mm Preparation row (WS) Purl.
15% nylon, 50g/ calculate how many stitches you need to cast DPNs Row 1 K2, m1l, K to last 2 sts, m1l. [7 sts]
90m), 1 ball of each: on it must be an even number. Q Tapestry needle, Row 2 (WS) Purl.
Zing (7320) and stuffing, 10-15cm Repeat rows 1 and 2 until there are 17 sts, ending
Sherbet (7350) VASE COVERS ribbon with a WS row.
Q A set of 4mm DPNs For a jam jar of 22.5 (29.5)cm circumference. Next row (RS) K8, w&t .
Q Tapestry needle, Cast on 36 (50) sts using 4mm DPNs. ABBREVIATIONS Next row (WS) *P6, w&t.
3 pieces 30cm Distribute sts evenly onto DPNs and join to w&t Wrap and turn: Next row K5, w&t.
florist wire, 50mm work in the rnd. bring yarn forward Next row P4, w&t.
width ribbon (40cm Set up round Purl. (RS rows) or Next row K3, w&t.
length for 22.5cm Rounds 1-5 Knit. backward (WS Next row P2, w&t*.
circumference jar, Round 6 Purl. rows), slip st pwise, Next row K to last 2 sts, picking up wraps from base
60cm for 29.5cm Round 7 *Yo, ssk; rep from * to end. take yarn to back of sts and knitting them together with the st, w&t.
circumference jar) Round 8 Purl. (RS) or front (WS) Rep from * to * once more.
Rounds 9-10 Knit. Next row (RS) K to end, picking up wraps from base
TENSION These 10 rows form patt. ABBREVIATIONS of sts and knitting them together with the stitch.
Yarn used knits as DK Rep rounds 1-10 once more. Then work in knit For a full list, see Next row (WS) P to end, picking up wraps from
to this tension: 19 sts until piece meas to approx 1.5cm below edge page 130. base of sts and purling them together with the st.
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

and 25 rows to meas of opening. Cast off.

10x10cm (4x4in) over Next round Purl.
st st using 4mm Next round *Yo, ssk; rep from * to end. TO MAKE UP
needles Next round Purl. With WS together graft the edges, leaving a small
Cast off. gap. Stuff. Graft to end to close the gap. Weave in
ABBREVIATIONS ends. Gently apply steam using an iron to shape (do
For a full list, see TO MAKE UP not let the iron touch the heart). Thread the ribbon
page 130. Weave in ends. Thread the ribbon through at the top of the heart. Tie the end to make it a
the eyelet holes. Tie a knot. loop. Hide the joint under the knitted fabric.

FavouR bowL Curly rose

YOU WILL NEED FLOWER
YOU WILL NEED BOWL
Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 54 sts using 3mm needles and Yarn A. Q King Cole, Merino Cast on 8 sts using 3mm DPNs and Yarn A. Join
your stash in two Row 1 (RS) Knit. Blend 4ply (100% into the round, taking care not to twist stitches.
colours Row 2 (WS) Purl. pure new wool, Round 1 Knit into back of each st.
Q A pair of 3mm These 2 rows form st st. Cont in st st for 4 rows 50g/180m), 1 ball Round 2 *Kfb, rep from * to end. [16 sts]
needles more, ending with a WS row. each of: Rounds 3-5 Knit.
Change to yarn B. Yarn A Cream (46) Round 6 *Kfb; rep from * to end. [32 sts]
MEASUREMENTS Next row (RS) *K5, yo; rep from * to last 4 sts, Yarn B Green (853) Rounds 7-9 Knit.
10.5cm diameter x K4. [64 sts] Q A set of 3mm Round 10 *K1, kfb; rep from * to end. [48 sts]
5cm height (4x2in) Next row (WS) Knit, but K tbl the yo made on DPNs Rounds 11-13 Knit.
the previous row. Q 3 pieces of florist Round 14 *K2, kfb; rep from * to end. [64 sts]
ABBREVIATIONS Next 2 rows Knit. wire, 30cm long Rounds 15-17 Knit.
For a full list, see These 2 rows form garter st. Cast off.
page 130. Cont in garter st for 5cm, ending with a WS row. TENSION Weave in ends. Fold circle in half and, starting with
Yarn used knits as the far left pointed edge, roll to form a rose. Use a
SHAPE BASE 4ply to this tension: few small stitches to secure the shape.
Row 1 (RS) *K6, k2tog; rep from * to end. [56 sts] 22 sts and 28 rows to
Next row and every WS row Knit. meas 10x10cm (4x4in) STEM
Row 3 *K5, k2tog; rep from * to end. [48 sts] over st st using Cast on 16 sts using Yarn B and join into the
Row 5 *K4, k2tog; rep from * to end. [40 sts] 3mm needles round, taking care not to twist stitches.
Row 7 *K3, k2tog; rep from * to end. [32 sts] Rounds 1-3 Knit.
Row 9 *K2, k2tog; rep from * to end. [24 sts] ABBREVIATIONS Round 4 *K2tog; rep from * to end. [8 sts]
Row 11 *K1, k2tog; rep from * to end. [16 sts] For a full list, see Round 5 Knit.
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

Row 13 *K2tog; rep from * to end. [8 sts] page 130. Round 6 *K2tog; rep from * to end. [4 sts]
Row14 *K2tog; rep from * to end. [4 sts] Slip remaining 4 sts onto one needle, *K 1 row,
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

Cut off yarn, leaving 20 cm tail (this is used slide these 4 sts to other end of needle, do not
to join the side seam). Thread tail through turn work*. Rep from * to *, pulling yarn tight
remaining sts and pull tight. across the back of i-cord each time you start a new
row. Work cord until it meas 11cm.
TO MAKE UP Cast off.
Join side seam. Fold the top edge inward and Place base of flower into the stem cup and stitch
stitch all the way around. Weave in all ends. in place. Thread wire through the stem and flower
head, trim wire and bend over ends to secure.

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Cake TopperS

HeartS & flowerS

Perfect for gifts or to add colour to a wedding,
knitted love tokens are always a delight.

FloraL bouQuet PrettY favOurs

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 Cake TopperS
YOU WILL NEED LARGE HEART (MAKE 4) SMALL HEART (MAKE 2)
Q Bergre de France, Cast on 3 sts using 3mm needles. Work as Big Heart until **.
Idal (40% wool, Row 1 Purl. Next row K4 sts, cast off 1 st, K to end.
30% acrylic, 30% Row 2 Purl. Working on these 4 sts:
polymide, 50g/ Row 3 Kfb, K1, kfb. [5 sts] Next row Purl.
125m), 1 ball Pavot Row 4 Purl. Next row K2tog, k2tog.
(22408) Row 5 Kfb, K3, kfb. [7 sts] Next row Purl.
Q A pair of 3mm Row 6 Purl. Next row K2tog.
needles Row 7 Kfb, K5, kfb. [9 sts] Fasten off yarn.
Q 3.5mm crochet Row 8 Purl. ** Rejoin yarn and work as foll:
hook Row 9 Kfb, K7, kfb. [11 sts] Next row Purl.
Q Stuffing, small Row 10 Purl. Next row K2tog, k2tog.
amount of black DK Row 11 Kfb, K9, kfb. [13 sts] Next row Purl.
yarn, 2 bamboo Row 10 Purl. Next row K2tog.
skewers, PVA glue Row 11 Kfb, K11, kfb. [15 sts]
Row 12 Purl. TO MAKE UP
ABBREVIATIONS Row 13 K7 sts, cast off 1 st, K to end. Pin heart shapes RS together. Oversew around
For a full list, see Cont working on these 7 sts. edges, leaving a small gap on a straight edge.
page 130. Row 14 P7. Turn RS out and stuff. Cut the skewers in half
Row 15 K2tog, K to last 2 sts, k2tog. and wrap the top centimetre in yarn. Secure
Row 16 Purl. with glue, leave to dry and then push through
Rep these last 2 rows until 3 sts remain. the inside base of the heart. Slip stitch the
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Cast off. heart closed.

Rejoin yarn and work as foll:
Next row P7.
Next row K2tog, K to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Next row Purl.
Rep these last 2 rows until 3 sts remain.

PrettY favOurs flOral BouqueT

YOU WILL NEED PETALS (MAKE 5 FOR EACH FLOWER)
YOU WILL NEED HEART (MAKE 2)
Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 20 sts using 4mm needles. Q Aran yarn from Cast on 3 sts using 4mm needles.
your stash Row 1 K to last st, inc in last st. your stash in pink, Row 1 (RS) K1, yf, K1, yf, K1. [5 sts]
Q A pair of 4mm Row 2 Knit. teal, lilac, green, Row 2 and every alt row Knit.
needles Row 3 K to last st, inc in last st. pale yellow and Row 3 K2, yf, K1, yf, K2. [7 sts]
Q Stuffing, dried Row 4 Knit. cream Row 5 K3, yf, K1, yf, K3. [9sts]
lavender or other Row 5 K to last st, inc in last st. Q A pair of 4mm Rows 6-8 Knit. Row 9 Sl1, K1, psso, K5, k2tog.
scented material, Rows 6-8 Knit. needles Row 11 Sl1, k1, psso, k3, k2tog.
beads, buttons and Row 9 K to last st, inc in last st. Q A set of 4mm Row 13 Sl1, K1, psso, K1, k2tog.
ribbons Rows 10-16 Knit. DPNs Row 15 Sl1, k2tog, psso. Break yarn, fasten off.
Row 17 K to last 2 sts, k2tog. Q A 4.5mm crochet LEAF
ABBREVIATIONS Row 18 Knit. hook As Petals but work in st st in Green.
For a full list, see Rows 19-22 Rep rows 17 and 18 twice. CENTRE OF FLOWER
page 130. Row 23 K to last 2 sts, k2tog. ABBREVIATIONS Using Pale Yellow and crochet hook ch 14. Sl st into
Row 24 K2tog, k to end. For a full list, see 4th ch, * 4ch, sl st into next ch; rep from * to end.
Row 25 K to last 2 sts, k2tog. page 130. TO MAKE UP FLOWER
Row 26 Cast off 4, K to end. Run a running st from each end of 3-st cast on.
Rows 27-33 Knit. Stitch petals together to form the flower. Make
Rows 34 K2tog, K to end of row. centre into a spiral and stitch in place.
Rows 35-38 K2tog, K to end of row. STEM
Row 39 K2tog, K5, k2tog. Using DPNs and Green, work a cord as foll:
Row 40 K2tog, K3, k2tog. Cast on 3 sts and K 1 row in the usual way.
Row 41 K2tog, K1, k2tog. *Without turning the work, slide the sts to opp
Cast off. end of needle. Take the yarn firmly across the WS
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

PATTERN BY AMANDA JONES

from L to R and K 1 row. Rep from * until cord

TO MAKE UP meas 9cm (or required length), cast on 3 sts, K6,
Pin heart shapes RS together. Oversew turn work and cast on 3 more sts, P9.
around edges, leaving a small gap on a Row 2 (RS) K9.
straight edge. Turn RS out and stuff. Make a Row 3 P1* m1, P1; rep from * to end.
hollow, place scented material there and add Row 4 Cast off all sts loosely.
a little more stuffing. Sew up the gap and Join side seam of flower base then attach to the
sew a hanging loop to the top. bottom of the flower. Attach the leaf at the top of
the stem. Tie stems with a length of wide ribbon.

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ST ST 4PLY 3MM
LACE WEIGHT

YOU WILL NEED

Q Bergre de France, Idal
(40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30%
polymide, 50g/125m), 1 ball
Everest (51220)
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q Blue ribbon
For yarn stockists contact
Bergre de France
www.bergeredefrance.co.uk

TENSION
Yarn used knits as 4ply to this
tension: 24 sts and 31 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 3mm needles

ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.

K BAG
Cast on 33 sts using 3mm needles.
Starting with a purl row, st st 7 rows.
Next row (Picot row) K1, k2tog, *yo,
k2tog; rep from * to last st, K1.
Starting with a purl row, st st 11 rows.
Next row (Eyelet row) *K1, k2tog, yo;
rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.
Starting with a purl row, continue in st st
until knitting meas 22cm.
Row 1 K16, k2tog, yo, K to end.
Row 2 Purl.
Row 3 K15, k2tog, yo, K1, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 4 Purl.
Row 5 K14, k2tog, yo, K3, yo, skpo, K
to end.
Row 6 Purl.
Row 7 K13, k2tog, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K2,
yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 8 Purl.
Row 9 K12, k2tog, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K1,
yo, skpo, K1, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 10 Purl.
Row 11 K11, k2tog, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K3,
yo, skpo, K1, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 12 Purl.
Row 13 K10, k2tog, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K5,
yo, skpo, K1, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 14 Purl.
Row 15 K9, k2tog, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K7,
yo, skpo, K1, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 16 Purl.
SWEET SACHET
This little bag by Kirstie McLeod is perfect
for confetti or a wedding favour.
Row 17 K8, k2tog, yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K9,
yo, skpo, K1, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 18 Purl.
Row 19 K7, k2tog, yo, K2, k2tog, yo,
K3, k2tog, yo, K4, yo, skpo, K2, yo,
skpo, K to end.
Row 20 Purl.
Row 21 K6, k2tog, yo, K4, yo, skpo, K1,
k2tog, yo, K1, yo, skpo, K1, k2tog, yo,
K4, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 22 Purl.
Row 23 K6, k2tog, yo, K5, yo, sl1,
k2tog, psso, yo, K3, yo, sl1, k2tog, psso,
yo, K5, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 24 Purl.
Row 25 K6, k2tog, yo, K8, k2tog, yo,
K9, yo, skpo, K to end.
Row 24 Purl.
Row 25 K7, yo, skpo, K6, k2tog, yo, K1,
yo, skpo, K6, k2tog, yo, K to end.
Row 26 Purl.
Row 27 K8, yo, skpo, K4, k2tog, yo, K3,
yo, skpo, K4, k2tog, yo, K to end.
Row 26 Purl.
Row 27 K9, yo, skpo, yo, skpo,k2tog,
yo, K5, yo, skpo, k2tog, yo, k2tog, yo,
K to end.
Starting with a purl row, st st 4 rows.
Next row (Eyelet row) *K1, k2tog, yo;
rep from * to last 2 sts, K2.
Starting with a purl row, st st 11 rows.
Next row (Picot row) K1, k2tog, *yo,
k2tog; rep from * to last st, K1.
Starting with a purl row, st st 7 rows.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Weave in all loose ends. Fold along one
picot row and slip stitch the hem on the
wrong side. Repeat for the other end.
With right sides facing, sew together
the side seams, and turn the right way
out. Thread the ribbon through the
eyelet row and tie a bow.

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proje ct fo r
practisin g sim
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c o lo u r wo r k .

PARTY ON
Put up Amanda Jones bright and jolly bunting
and get everyone in the mood for a good time!
 CELEBRATE SUMMER
ST ST, G ST DK 4MM
INTARSIA WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
Q Patons, Smoothie DK (100%
acrylic, 100g/200m)
Pastel party set
1 ball of each:
Light Pink (002009), Dark Pink
(02008), Cream (01019) and
Mint (01095)
Pirate party set
1 ball of each:
Red (01035), Black (01033),
Cream (01019) and Mint (01095)
Q A pair of 4mm needles
Q Ribbon and buttons according
to the length you want to make
For yarn stockists contact
Coats Crafts 01484 681881
www.coatscrafts.co.uk
TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 4mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.
Knitting these small intarsia triangles
is a great way to learn the technique
if youve never tried it before.
G
ive someone special a birthday
party theyll never forget, and
decorate using this fab knitted
bunting. The bunting is a novel knit, but
is not a frivolous use of yarn. Because its
knitted from Patons Smoothie DK,
which has a cotton-like look and feel but
is 100% acrylic, the bunting is suitable
for use indoors and out. It can be
washed if it gets grubby and folds away
for storage, so theres potentially of
years generations, even of use in
each string.
Designer Amanda Jones has worked
out colour schemes that will appeal to
boys and girls. My daughter definitely
liked the idea of the bunting for the girls
and wants it in her room, she says.
However, you can vary the colours if you
like. Try pastels for a babys party, or
lime green, coral and bright pink for a
lively grown-up birthday party.
NOTE Please keep candles and
fireworks away from the bunting as
acrylic melts when heated.
K PLAIN FLAG
NOTE If you are knitting a flag with a
border, work the garter stitch parts in
the border colour and the stocking
stitch area in the background colour.
Cast on 3 sts using 4mm needles.
Knit 2 rows.
Row 3 (RS) K1, m1, K1, m1, K1. [5 sts]
Row 4 K5.
Row 5 K2, m1, K1, m1, K2. [7 sts]
Row 6 K2, P3, K2.
Row 7 K7.
Row 8 K2, P3, K2.
Row 9 K2, m1, K3, m1, K2. [9 sts]
Row 10 K2, p5, K2.
Row 11 K2, m1, K5, m1, K2. [11 sts]
Row 12 K2, P7, K2.
Row 13 K11.
Row 14 K2, P7, K2.
Row 15 K2, m1, K7, m1, K2. [13 sts]
Row 16 K2, P9, K2.
Row 17 K2, m1, K9, m1, K2. [15 sts]
Row 18 K2, P11, K2.
Row 19 K15 (for Pastel set, place heart
motif as set on row 1 of Chart).
Row 20 K2, P11, K2.
Row 21 K2, m1, K11, m1, K2. [17 sts]
Row 22 K2, P13, K2.
Row 23 K2, m1, K13, m1, K2. [19 sts]
Row 24 K2, P15, K2.
Row 25 K19 (for Pirate set, place skull
and cross bones motif as set on row 1
of Chart).
Row 26 K2, P15, K2.
Row 27 K2, m1, K15, m1, K2. [21 sts]
Row 28 K2, P17, K2.
Row 29 K2, m1, K17, m1, K2. [23 sts]
Row 30 K2, P19, K2.
Row 31 K23.
Row 32 K2, P19, K2.
Row 33 K2, m1, K19, m1, K2. [25 sts]
Row 34 K2, P21, K2.
Row 35 K2, m1, K21, m1, K2. [27 sts]
Row 36 K2, P23, K2.
Row 37 K27.
Row 38 K2, P23, K2.
Row 39 K2, m1, K23, m1, K2. [29 sts]
Row 40 K2, P25, K2.
Row 41 K29.
Row 40 K2, P25, K2.
Knit the next 3 rows.
TO MAKE UP
Press all flags and sew in all the ends.
Attach to the ribbon either with odd
buttons or with cross stitch.
COLOURS AND PATTERNS
COLOURS FOR PASTEL FLAGS
WIDE STRIPES
Flag 1 Cream borders with 4 rows of
dark pink and cream stripes.
Flag 2 Light pink borders with 4 rows of
green and light pink stripes.
Flag 3 Dark pink borders with 4 rows
of light pink and dark pink stripes.
Flag 4 Green borders with 4 rows of
cream and green stripes.
NARROW STRIPES
Flag 1 Cream border with 2 rows of
cream, light pink, dark pink and green.
HEART
Flag 1 Dark pink border, green
background and light pink motif.
Flag 2 Green border, cream
background and dark pink motif.
SPOTS
Flag 1 Cream border, dark pink
background with light pink spots.
Flag 2 Green border with light pink
background with dark pink spots.
Flag 3 Dark pink with cream
background with green spots
PLAIN FLAGS
Green, light pink and dark pink.
COLOURS FOR PIRATE FLAGS
WIDE STRIPES
Flag 1 Black borders with 4 rows of red
and black stripes.
Flag 2 Black borders with 4 rows of
cream and black stripes.
Flag 3 Black borders with 4 rows of
green and black stripes.
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 Tip IfThis
you prefer, you could work a plain ag and Swiss darn the motif over the knitting.
would give a raised stitch pattern which will add to the effect of the motif it
will stand proud and the sunlight will cast an intriguing shadow.

CHART FOR SKULL & CROSS BONES MOTIF CHART FOR HEART CHART

 
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CHART FOR SPOTS PATTERN

Press the triangles
to help them stay o o o o o o
flat at the edges. ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo ooo 
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o o o o
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o o o
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NARROW STRIPES
Flag 1 Black border with 2 rows of black, o o
ooo ooo
red, cream and green. ooo ooo
o o
Flag 2 Red border with 2 rows of red,
black, green and cream. o
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SKULL AND CROSS BONES o
Flag 1 Black background with cream
motif.
Flag 2 Cream background with black
motif. 
Flag 3 Red background with black motif. HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS
Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read
SPOTS right side rows from right to left and wrong side
Flag 1 Black border, red background with rows from left to right. A row of squares
cream spots. represents a row of knitting.
Flag 2 Red border with cream
background with green spots.

PLAIN FLAGS
Black and red.

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Al frEsco DininG
Enjoy afternoon picnics, lunch in the conservatory and
evening BBQs with the addition of stylish knits.

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YOU WILL NEED COSY Next round *K5, k2tog; rep from * to end. [48 sts]
Q Sirdar, Country Cast on 66 sts using 3mm DPNs. Rep rounds 2-4.
Style 4ply Place marker and join to work in the round. Next round *K1, k2tog; rep from * to end. [32 sts]
(40% nylon, 30% Preparation round Purl. Rep rounds 2-4.
wool, 30% acrylic, Round 1 *K2tog twice, (yo, K1) 3 times, yo, ssk Next round *K2tog; rep from * to end. [16 sts]
50g/226m), 1 ball twice; rep from * to end. Next round Knit.
Dark Pink (429) Round 2 Knit. Next round *K2tog; rep from * to end. [8 sts]
Q A pair of 3mm Rep all from * twice more. Cut off yarn, leaving 15cm tail. Thread tail through
needles Next round *K31, k2tog; rep from * once remaining sts, pull tight and fasten to inside.
more. [64 sts (2 sts decreased)]
TENSION Next round (Eyelet round) *K1, k2tog, yo, K1; TWISTED CORD
Yarn used knits as 4ply rep from * to end. Fold a length of yarn, approx 140cm, in half and
to this tension: 28 sts Work 1 round even. make a knot at one end to make a loop. Insert a
and 36 rows to meas Next round *K6, k2tog; rep from * to end. [56 DPN through each end of the strands and turn the
10x10cm (4x4in) over sts (8 sts decreased)] strands clockwise until they are tightly twisted.
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

st st using 3mm Keeping the strand stretched, fold the piece in

needles PATTERN half. Remove the DPN to allow the cord to twist
Round 1 Knit. by itself. Make a knot at both ends. Trim the edge
ABBREVIATIONS Round 2 *P2tog; rep from * to end. to tidy up.
For a full list, see Round 3 *K into front and back of next st; rep
page 130. from * to end. TO MAKE UP
Round 4 Knit. Weave in ends. Block the piece to shape. Thread
These 4 rows form patt. the twisted cord into the eyelets.
Rep rounds 1-4 four times more.

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YOU WILL NEED COVER YOU WILL NEED NOTE You MUST use a cotton yarn for this
Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 4 sts using 4mm DPNs and Yarn A. Q Rowan, Original project as synthetic yarns can melt and
your stash in two Place marker and join to work in the round. Denim (100% are a burn risk.
shades of a Round 1 Knit. cotton, 50g/100m),
creamy colour Rounds 2 & 4 *K1, yo; rep from * to end. [8 sts] 1 ball Memphis
BBQ HOLDER
Q A set of 4mm DPNs Round 3 and every alternate round Knit. (001)
Cast on 15 sts using 4mm needles.
Q 48 seed beads size Round 4 As round 2. [16 sts] Q A pair of 4mm
Row 1 Knit.
3mm Round 6 *K2, yo; rep from * to end. [24 sts] needles
Row 2 P1, *K1 tbl, P1; rep to end of row.
Round 8 *K3, yo; rep from * to end. [32 sts]
These 2 rows form the pattern; repeat them
MEASUREMENTS Round 10 *K4, yo; rep from * to end. [40 sts] TENSION
for 40cm, ending on a knit row.
29cm (6in) diameter Round 12 *K5, yo; rep from * to end. [48 sts] Yarn used knits as
Cast off.
Round 14 *K6, yo; rep from * to end. [56 sts] 4ply to this tension:
ABBREVIATIONS Round 16 *K7, yo; rep from * to end. [64 sts] 20 sts and 32 rows to
TO MAKE UP
For a full list, see Round 18 *K8, yo; rep from * to end. [72 sts] meas 10x10cm (4x4in)
Fold the knitting in half so the WS are
page 130. Round 20 *K9, yo; rep from * to end. [80 sts] over st st using
facing. Using a matching yarn, sew the sides
Round 22 *K10, yo; rep from * to end. [88 sts] 3mm needles
together using a running stitch.
Round 24 *K11, yo; rep from * to end. [96 sts]
Round 25 Knit. ABBREVIATIONS
Thread 48 beads onto yarn B and join. You For a full list, see
will use the beads on the last 2 rounds. Until page 130.
then keep pushing the beads back.
Work as foll:
Round 26 With Yarn B, *k2tog twice, (K1, yo)
4 times, k2tog twice; rep from * to end.
Round 27 Purl.
Rounds 28 & 29 With Yarn A, knit.
Repeat rounds 26-29 twice more.
Next round With Yarn B, *K3, (K1, yo) 6
times, K3; rep from * to end. [144 sts]
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

Next round Purl. Next 2 rounds Knit.

PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Next round *K3, (K1, yo with a bead) 6 times,

K3; rep from * to end.
Next round Purl.
Cast off.

TO MAKE UP
Weave in ends and block to measurements.

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PictuRe framE

Gifts for daD

Make sure youve got a present ready for Fathers Day
by rustling up one of these great knits.

Golf Club Cover Mug huG

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 PictuRe framE
YOU WILL NEED NOTE The front of the frame is made of 4 pieces FRAME BACK
Q Stylecraft, Life DK sewn together. The back is knitted as a separate Cast on 54 sts using 3mm needles and Yarn A.
(75% acrylic, 25% piece and the picture is inserted in the frame Row 1 Knit.
wool, 100g/298m), before sewing the final bottom seam. Self- Row 2 Purl.
1 ball of each: adhesive Velcro is used to stop the knitted Repeat rows 1 & 2 until piece meas 10cm from
Yarn A Bracken fabric from rolling out away from the frame. cast-on edge, ending with a purl row.
(2318)
Yarn B Natural LONG EDGE OF FRAME (MAKE 2) MOSS STITCH PANEL
Nepp (2325) Cast on 54 sts using 3mm needles and Yarn A. Row 1 *K1, P1; rep from * to end.
Q A pair of 3mm Row 1 K16, PM, K22, PM, K16. Row 2 *P1, K1; rep from * to end.
needles Row 2 Purl, slipping markers. Repeat rows 1 & 2 until piece meas 20cm from
Q Poster clip frame Change to Yarn B. cast-on edge, ending with a row 2.
24x20cm Row 3 K1, ssk, K to marker, SM, work row 1 of Cast off.
Q 1m of 2cm-wide Chart, SM, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1.
self-adhesive Velcro Row 4 P to marker, SM, work row 2 of Chart, TO MAKE UP
(hook side only) SM, P to end. Darn in all ends. Using mattress stitch, sew top,
Repeat rows 3 & 4 until you have completed bottom and side panels together. With WS facing,
TENSION the Chart, dec as set on every RS row. sew back onto front along the left side, across the
Yarn used knits as DK Change to Yarn A. top and down the right side. Place picture of
to this tension: 22sts Row 13 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. [42 sts] choice in the frame and sew the bottom of the
and 30 rows to meas Row 14 Purl. frame closed. Use self-adhesive Velcro on the glass
10x10cm (4x4in) over Cast off. to stop any of the frame edges from curling out.
st st using 3mm
needles SHORT EDGE OF FRAME (MAKE 2) CHART
Cast on 44 sts using 3mm needles and Yarn A. 10 Bracken (2318)
9
ABBREVIATIONS Row 1 Knit. Natural Nepp (2325)
8
For a full list, see Row 2 Purl. 7
6
page 130. Change to Yarn B. 5
Row 3 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. 4
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

3
Row 4 Purl. 2
1
Repeat rows 3 & 4 five times in total until 34 sts
20 15 10 5
rem, dec on every RS row as set.
Change to Yarn A. HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS
Row 13 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. [32 sts] Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side
Row 14 Purl. rows from right to left and wrong side rows from left to
Cast off. right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting.

Mug huG Golf Club Cover

YOU WILL NEED GOLF CLUB COVER
YOU WILL NEED MUG HUG
Q Stylecraft, Life Aran Cast on 4 sts using 5mm needles. Q Stylecraft, Life DK Cast on 60 sts using 4mm DPNs and Yarn A.
(75% acrylic, 25% Starting with a purl row, st st 3 rows. (75% acrylic, 25% Distribute sts evenly over DPNs and join to work
wool, 100g/198m), Row 4 K1, yo, k2tog, K1. wool, 100g/298m), in the round, taking care not to twist any sts.
1 ball of Denim Continue in st st for 8 more rows. 1 ball of each: Rounds 110 *K1, P1; rep from * to end.
(2322) Next row (RS) Cast on 6 sts, turn, K2, P4, K4. Yarn A Chocolate Rounds 1134 Knit.
Q A pair of 5mm Next row Cast on 6 sts, turn, P2, K4, P4, K4, Nepp (2326) Round 35 (K8, k2tog) 6 times. [54 sts]
needles P2. [16 sts] Yarn B Natural Round 36 Knit.
Q One button Next row K2, P4, K4, P4, K2. Nepp (2325) Round 37 (K7, k2tog) 6 times. [48 sts]
Next row P2, K4, P4, K4, P2. Q A set of 4mm DPNs Round 38 Knit.
TENSION Start basket weave pattern: Q Card to make Round 39 (K6, k2tog) 6 times. [42 sts]
Yarn used knits as aran Row 1 P2, K4, P4, K4, P2. pompom or a Round 40 Knit.
to this tension: 18sts Row 2 K2, P4, K4, P4, K2. pompom maker Round 41 (K5, k2tog) 6 times. [36 sts]
and 24 rows to meas Row 3 P2, K4, P4, K4, P2. Round 42 Knit.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 4 K2, P4, K4, P4, K2. TENSION Round 43 (K4, k3tog) 6 times. [30 sts]
st st using 5mm Row 5 K2, P4, K4, P4, K2. Yarn used knits as DK Round 44 (K3, k2tog) 6 times. [24 sts]
needles Row 6 P2, K4, P4, K4, P2. to this tension: 22sts Round 45 (K2, k2tog) 6 times. [18 sts]
Row 7 K2, P4, K4, P4, K2. and 30 rows to meas Round 46 (K1, k2tog) 6 times. [12 sts]
ABBREVIATIONS Row 8 P2, K4, P4, K4, P2. 10x10cm (4x4in) over Round 47 (K2tog) 6 times. [6 sts]
For a full list, see Rep these 8 rows until basket weave pattern st st using 4mm
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

page 130. meas 22cm, ending with row 8. needles TO MAKE UP

Leave a long tail and, using a darning needle,
TO MAKE UP MEASUREMENTS thread tail through remaining stitches, pulling
Weave all loose ends and attach a button. To accommodate the tight to close the mouth. Darn in ends. Using
largest wood Yarn A and B held together, make a pompom
approx 5cm in diameter. Sew it on approx 4cm
from ribbing on top side of head.

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CABLE DK 3MM
RIB WEIGHT

YOU WILL NEED

Q Araucania, Puelo (100% llama
100g/220m), 1 hank of PT1965
Q A set of 3mm DPNs
Q Cable needle
For yarn stockists contact
Designer Yarns 01535 664222
www.designeryarns.uk.com Kn it ti ng th e
TENSION
stra p in th e
Yarn used knits as DK to this ro und adds
tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over stst stre ng th .
using 3mm needles

MEASUREMENTS
To fit camera strap approx
75cm long by 7cm wide when
slightly stretched

ABBREVIATIONS
C6B Slip next 3 sts onto cn and
hold at back of work, K3, then
K3from cn
For a full list see page 130.

HAPPY SNAPS
Add a personalised touch to your camera with
Sarah Denniss funky, practical design.

T
reat an avid photographer with
this snazzy camera strap cover.
The basic strap that comes with a
camera can sometimes be itchy, ugly or
just plain uncomfortable but heres our
quick fix. This clever cosy slips over the
strap to add a little padding as well as a
splash of colour, and the cable pattern is
perfect for showing off the shades in
variegated yarns. It would make a great
gift for the budding photographer in
your life or spoil yourself instead!
K CAMERA STRAP COVER
Cast on 34 sts using 3mm needles,
distribute the sts evenly over 3 needles
and join to work in the round, taking
care not to twist the sts.
Set up round (Sl1, K3, P2, K6, P2, K3)
twice.
Round 1 (Sl1, K3, P2, C6B, P2, K3)
twice.
Round 2 (K4, P2, K6, P2, K3) twice.
Round 3 (Sl1, K3, P2, K6, P2, K3) twice.
Round 4 (K4, P2, K6, P2, K3) twice.
Round 5 As round 3.
Round 6 (K4, P2, K6, P2, K3) twice.
These 6 rounds form the cable pattern.
Rep pattern until strap measures 72cm
or desired length to match your camera
strap, ending with round 2 of pattern.
Cast off in pattern.
TO MAKE UP
Weave in all ends. Slip the strap cover
over the camera strap and stitch firmly
in place.

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 Tip Its important to make cosies slightly smaller than your mugs to ensure a snug fit.
If you have a cupboard full of different sized mugs you can easily use up most of your
oddments of yarn making cosies for cups of every size!

TEXTURED DK 3MM
STITCHES WEIGHT 3MM

YOU WILL NEED

Q Jamiesons of Shetland, DK
(100% Shetland wool, 25g/75m),
1 ball of each: Cornfield (410)
and Leprechaun (259)
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q Yarn needle, crochet hook,
2 buttons for each mug cosy
For yarn stockists contact
Jamiesons of Shetland
01595 693114 www.
jamiesonsofshetland.co.uk

TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 23 sts and 32 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 3mm needles

ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.

K BEEHIVE MUG COSY

Cast on 50 sts using 3mm needles.
Row 1 (RS) Knit.
Row 2 (WS) Knit.
Rep row 1 once more.
Inc row (WS) K5, (M1, K10) 4 times, M1,
K5. [55 sts]
Change to 3mm needles.
Row 1 (RS) Knit.
Row 2 (WS) Purl.
These two rows form st st.
Cont in st st for 3 rows more, ending with
a RS row.
Next row (WS) Sl1, then using left
needle, pick up a st 5 rows directly below
and purl these 2 sts together, *P1, (Sl1,
then using left needle, pick up a st 5 rows
directly below and purl these 2 sts
together); rep from * to end.
Rep all from 5 times more.
Change to 3mm needles.
Next row (RS) K5, (k2tog, K9) 4 times,
k2tog, K4. [50 sts]
Next row (WS) Knit.
Next row Knit.
Work 1 row knit.
**Cast off all stitches except for last st.
Insert a crochet hook into the last st and
make chain sts long enough to make a
loop for a buttonhole. Slip stitch to the
base and pull to tighten.
BRIGHT MUGS
Love gardening? Then youll adore these
green-fingered gifts by Kyoko Nakayoshi.
Insert a crochet hook to the other side of
the piece to make the second buttonhole
using chain st. Weave in ends.
Fix buttons in corresponding positions
to buttonholes.**
LEAF & CATERPILLAR MUG COSY
Cast on 17 sts using 3mm needles.
Row 1 (RS) Knit.
Row 2 (WS) Knit.
Change to 3mm needles.
*Row 1 (RS) P1, [(K1, yo, K1) into the next
st], P1, ktbl, P1, ssk, K3, k2tog, P1, ktbl,
P1, [(K1, yo, K1) into the next st], P1.
Row 2 (WS): K1, P3, K1, ptbl, K1, P5, K1,
ptbl, K1, P3, K1.
Row 3 P1, K1, [(K1, yo, K1) into the next st],
K1, P1, ktbl, P1, ssk, K1, k2tog, P1, ktbl, P1,
K1, [(K1, yo, K1) into the next st], K1, P1.
Row 4 K1, P5, K1, ptbl, K1, P3, K1, ptbl,
K1, P5, K1.
Row 5 P1, K2, [(K1, yo, K1) into the next st],
K2, P1, ktbl, P1, sl2, K1, p2sso, P1, ktbl, P1,
K2, [(K1, yo, K1) into the next st], K2, P1.
Row 6 K1, P7, K1, ptbl, K1, P1, K1, ptbl, K1,
P7, K1.
Row 7 P1, ssk, K3, k2tog, P1, ktbl, P1, [(K1,
yo, K1) into the next st], P1, ktbl, P1, ssk,
K3, k2tog, P1.
Row 8 K1, P5, K1, ptbl, K1, P3, K1, ptbl,
K1, P5, K1.
Row 9 P1, ssk, K1, k2tog, P1, ktbl, P1, K1,
[(K1, yo, K1) into the next st], K1, P1, ktbl,
P1, ssk, K1, k2tog, P1.
Row 10 K1, P3, K1, ptbl, K1, P5, K1, ptbl,
K1, P3, K1.
Row 11 P1, sl2, K1, psso, P1, ktbl, P1, K2,
[(K1, yo, K1) into the next st], K2, P1, ktbl,
P1, sl2, K1, psso, P1.
Row 12 K1, P1, K1, ptbl, K1, P7, K1, ptbl,
K1, P1, K1.
These 12 rows form patt.
Rep all from * until the piece meas about
2cm less than circumference of the mug,
ideally ending on either row 5 or 11 (or
ending with a RS row).
Change to 3mm needles.
Next row (WS) Knit.
Next row (RS) Knit.
Rep from ** to ** of the Beehive cosy.

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SunglAsses case LuggaGe taG

HolidAy esSentialS
From airport to hotel to beach, dont forget
to pack these quick-knit travel must-haves.

WashcLoth Coin Purse

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 luGgage tag suNglasSes casE
YOU WILL NEED TAG YOU WILL NEED CASE
Q Sock yarn from your Cast on 20 sts using 2mm needles. Q Rico Design, Baby Cast on 50 sts using 3mm needles and
stash Knit 6 rows. Classic DK (50% Pistachio yarn.
Q A pair of 2mm Row 7 K8, cast off 4 sts, K to end of row. acrylic, 50% Row 1 Change to Cream yarn, knit.
needles Row 8 K8, cast on 4 sts, K to end of row. polymide, 50g/ Row 2 Knit.
Q A 3mm crochet Knit 6 more rows. 165m), 1 ball of Row 3 Change to Pistachio yarn, knit.
hook Next row K5, P10, K5. each: Pistachio Row 4 Knit.
Next row Knit. (006), Cream (002) Repeat these 4 rows until your knitting
MEASUREMENTS Rep these 2 rows 12 times more. Q A pair of 3mm measures 15cm.
10x7.5cm (4x2in) Knit 24 rows. needles Cast off.
Next row K5, cast off 10, K5. Q Two small buttons
ABBREVIATIONS Next row K5. TO MAKE UP
For a full list, see Continue to knit these 5 sts for 24 rows. TENSION Weave in all loose ends. With RS facing,
page 130. Rejoin yarn and knit 24 rows on the other 5 sts. Yarn used knits as DK fold the knitting in half and sew the seam
Next row K5, cast on 10 sts, K5. to this tension: 22 sts together. Move the seam to run down the
Knit 5 rows. and 28 rows to meas centre back of the case and sew the cast-off
Next row K8, cast off 4 sts, K to end of row. 10x10cm (4x4in) over edge closed.
Next row K8, cast on 4 sts, K to end of row. st st using 3mm Turn the case the right way out, with the back
Knit 6 more rows. needles seam facing. Using 3mm needles pick up
Cast off. and knit 5 sts from either side of the seam.
Fold tag in half length way and work double MEASUREMENTS Starting with a purl row, work in st st for 3cm,
crochet around edge, leaving top edge open. 15x11cm (6x4in) ending with a purl row.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Next row K2, yo, k2tog, K2, k2tog, yo, K2.

STRAP ABBREVIATIONS Next row Purl.
Chain 80 sts using 3mm crochet hook. For a full list, see Next row Purl.
Row 1 Dc into 2nd ch from hook, dc into next page 130. Cast off.
77 chs, (3 dc) in last ch. Cont down other side
of chain, dc in each ch.
Fasten off.

Coin Purse WashcLoth

YOU WILL NEED WASHCLOTH
YOU WILL NEED PURSE
Q Rico Design, Baby Cast on 13 sts using 3mm needles. Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 76 sts using 5mm needles.
Classic DK (50% Row 1 K2, cast off 10 sts, leaving last st on your stash Row 1 K38, place stitch marker, K38.
acrylic, 50% the RH needle. [3 sts] Q A pair of 5mm Row 2 K36, K2tog, slip marker, K38. [75 sts]
polymide, Row 2 and all alt rows Purl. needles Row 3 K36, K2tog, slip marker, K37. [74 sts]
50g/165m), 1 ball Row 3 Kfb, K1, kfb. [5 sts] Q Stitch marker or Rows 4-68 K to 2 sts before marker, K2tog,
Turquoise (025) Repeat these last 2 rows until you have 21 short length of slip marker, K to end. [9 sts]
Q A pair of 3mm sts, ending on a purl row. spare yarn Row 69 K3, K2tog, slip marker, K4. [8 sts]
needles Rows 70-80 Knit.
Q A button STITCH PATTERN ABBREVIATIONS Cast off.
Row 1 Knit. For a full list, see
TENSION Row 2 Purl. page 130. TO MAKE UP
Yarn used knits as DK Row 3 K1, *sl1 purlwise, K1; rep from * to end. Fold tab over and sew neatly to make a hook
to this tension: 22 sts Row 4 K1, *yf, sl1 purlwise, yb, K1; rep from * for hanging the washcloth.
and 28 rows to meas to end of row.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 5 Knit.
st st using 3mm Row 6 Purl.
needles Row 7 K2, *sl1 purlwise, K1; rep from * to last
st, K1.
MEASUREMENTS Row 8 K2, *yf, sl1 purlwise, yb, K1; rep from *
7x7cm (2x2in) to last st, K1.
Repeat these 8 rows until the stitch pattern
ABBREVIATIONS measures 13cm.
PATTERN BY JEN ARNALL-CULLIFORD

For a full list, see Starting with a K row, work 3 rows in st st.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

page 130. Next row Knit.

Cast off.

TO MAKE UP
With RS facing, sew up seams on either side The tab is
to the point where the flap begins. Sew the handy for
cast-on strip to the point of the flap to make hanging the
a loop and sew a button in position. cloth to dry.

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gorgeous
summer
decor

LUNCH SET
This pretty ensemble by Miriam McDonald
will look simply delightful adorning your table.
 Tip Ifyou
you want to make the placemat with yarn only, rather than having a fabric insert,
could knit three of the side strips and stitch them together. Knitting the central
strip in a different colour would look very effective.

ST ST DK 3MM
LACE WEIGHT
K PLACEMAT
YOU WILL NEED
QStylecraft, Classique Cotton DK
(100% cotton, 100g/184m),
1 ball Soft Lime (3663)
QA pair of 3mm needles
QPatterned fabric
QSewing needle and thread
QToy stuffing
For yarn stockists contact
Stylecraft 01535 609798
www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk
TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 3mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list see page 130.
NOTE You can get two full place
settings from one ball of the yarn
specified.
SIDE STRIP (MAKE 2)
Cast on 25 sts using 3mm needles.
Rows 1 & 2 K1 (P1, K1) to end.
Row 3 K1, P1, K to last 2 sts, P1, K1.
Row 4 and all alt rows (WS) K1, P1, K1,
P to last 3 sts, K1, P1, K1.
Rows 5 & 7 (RS) K1, P1, K2, skpo, yf,
K13, yf, k2tog, K2, P1, K1.
Row 9 K1, P1, K3, skpo, yf, K11, yf,
k2tog, K3, P1, K1.
Row 11 K1, P1, K4, skpo, yf, K9, yf,
k2tog, K4, P1, K1.
Row 13 K1, P1, K6, skpo, yf, K5, yf,
k2tog, K6, P1, K1.
Rows 15 & 17 K1, P1, K7, skpo, yf, K3,
yf, k2tog, K7, P1, K1.
Row 19 K1, P1, (skpo, yf) 3 times, K9,
(yf, k2tog) 3 times, P1, K1.
Row 21 K1, P1, K1, skpo, yf, K15, yf,
k2tog, K1, P1, K1.
Row 23 K1, P1, K2, skpo, yf, K13, yf,
k2tog, K2, P1, K1.
Row 25 K1, P1, K4, skpo, yf, K9, yf,
k2tog, K4, P1, K1.
Row 27 K1, P1, K6, skpo, yf, K5, yf,
k2tog, K6, P1, K1.
Row 29 K1, P1, K8, skpo, yf, K1, yf,
k2tog, K8, P1, K1.
Rows 3134 Repeat rows 3 & 4 twice.
Row 35 K1, P1, K8, k2tog, yf, K1, yf,
skpo, K8, P1, K1.
Row 37 K1, P1, K6, k2tog, yf, K5, yf,
skpo, K6, P1, K1.
Row 39 K1, P1, K4, k2tog, yf, K9, yf,
skpo, K4, P1, K1.
Row 41 K1, P1, K2, k2tog, yf, K13, yf,
skpo, K2, P1, K1.
Row 43 K1, P1, K1, k2tog, yf, K15, yf,
skpo, K1, P1, K1.
Row 45 K1, P1, (k2tog, yf) 3 times, K9,
(yf, skpo) 3 times, P1, K1.
Row 47 & 49 K1, P1, K7, k2tog, yf, K3,
yf, skpo, K7, P1, K1.
Row 51 K1, P1, K6, k2tog, yf, K5, yf,
skpo, K6, P1, K1.
Row 53 K1, P1, K4, k2tog, yf, K9, yf,
skpo, K4, P1, K1.
Row 55 K1, P1, K3, k2tog, yf, K11, yf,
skpo, K3, P1, K1.
Row 57 & 59 K1, P1, K2, k2tog, yf, K13,
yf, skpo, K2, P1, K1.
Row 61 K1, P1, K to last 2 sts, P1, K1.
Rows 63 & 64 K1 (P1, K1) to end.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Weave in all ends.
Cut two strips of the fabric a little wider
than your knitted strips. Sew the fabric
strips together, WS out, down both
long edges and turn RS out so you have
a double-sided strip of fabric the same
width as your knitted ones. Turn the
ends in and sew them so the oblong is
the same length as the knitted strips.
Pin a knitted strip to your fabric centre,
making sure the ends of the knitting are
level with the ends of the fabric. Sew
carefully down the edge.
Repeat on other side, making sure both
knitted strips have their RS facing up.
COASTER
Cast on 25 sts using 3mm needles.
Rows 1 & 2 K1 (P1, K1) to end.
Row 3 K1, P1, K to last 2 sts, P1, K1.
Row 4 and all alt rows K1, P1, K1, P to
last 3 sts, K1, P1, K1.
Rows 5 & 7 K1, P1, K2, skpo, yf, K13, yf,
k2tog, K2, P1, K1.
Row 9 K1, P1, K3, skpo, yf, K11, yf,
k2tog, K3, P1, K1.
Row 11 K1, P1, K4, skpo, yf, K9, yf,
k2tog, K4, P1, K1.
Row 13 K1, P1, K6, skpo, yf, K5, yf,
k2tog, K6, P1, K1.
Rows 15 & 17 K1, P1, K7, skpo, yf, K3,
yf, k2tog, K7, P1, K1.
Row 19 K1, P1, (skpo, yf) 3 times, K9,
(yf, k2tog) 3 times, P1, K1.
Row 21 K1, P1, K1, skpo, yf, K15, yf,
k2tog, K1, P1, K1.
Row 23 K1, P1, K2, skpo, yf, K13, yf,
k2tog, K2, P1, K1.
Row 25 K1, P1, K4, skpo, yf, K9, yf,
k2tog, K4, P1, K1.
Row 27 K1, P1, K6, skpo, yf, K5, yf,
k2tog, K6, P1, K1.
Row 29 K1, P1, K8, skpo, yf, K1, yf,
k2tog, K8, P1, K1.
Rows 31 & 32 Repeat rows 3 & 4 twice.
Rows 33 & 34 K1 (P1, K1) to end.
Cast off.
Weave in all ends.
NAPKIN RING
Cast on 37 sts using 3mm needles.
Rows 14 K1, (P1, K1) to end.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Weave in all ends.
Sew one short end of the strip to the
side of the other end, creating a
V-shaped join.
Cut a circle of fabric about 5cm across,
then work gathering stitches around
the edge. Place a ball of toy stuffing in
and pull the gathering stitches tight to
create a little ball. Sew to joined area
of napkin ring.

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PAS DE DEUX
Amanda Jones lacy accessories will
a pair of
easy lace
add easy elegance to any room in the house. projects

use
If yo u do nt want to
othe r
crea m ya rn , ch oo se an
lace
pa le co lo ur to let th e
patter n rea lly sh in e.
 Tip IfIf you
youre new to knitting lace, these two small projects are fabulous for practising on.
make any mistakes you wont have wasted too much time or yarn, and wont feel
so bad about starting again. Once youre happy with the result, graduate to larger projects!
LACE DK 3MM
ST ST, RIB WEIGHT 4MM
YOU WILL NEED
Q Wendy, Merino DK (100%
Merino wool, 50g/116m),
1 ball Birch (2365)
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q A set of 3mm DPNs
Q A pair of 4mm needles
For yarn stockists contact
TBRamsden 01943 872264
www.tbramsden.co.uk
TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to
measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over
st st using 4mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
inc2 Knit into the front, back and
front of the next stitch
5tog Work 5 together: skpo,
k3tog, pass the st resulting from
the skpo over the st resulting
from the k3tog
wyb With yarn held at the back of
the work
yo2 Wrap yarn around needle
twice
For a full list, see page 130.
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T
imeless, elegant and a joy to
work, these beauties are really
effective. The simple style is very
versatile so it will work in any room, with
any dcor. This set would make a lovely
gift for anyone moving out on their own
for the first time a personal touch is
always comforting and the classic style
will smarten up even the smallest space.
K VASE COVER
Cast on 75 sts using 3mm needles.
Work 10 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Change to 4mm needles and start
pattern as follows:
Row 1 (RS) *K6, wyb sl next 3 sts to
cable needle, wrap yarn around these
3 sts twice then K these 3 sts, K6; rep
from * to end.
Row 2 and every foll WS row Purl.
Row 3 *K4, k3tog, yo, inc2, yo, k3tog
tbl, K4; rep from * to end.
Row 5 *K2, k3tog, yo, k2tog, yo, inc2,
yo, skpo, yo, k3tog tbl, K2; rep from *
to end.
Row 7 *K1, (k2tog, yo) 3 times, K1tbl,
(yo skpo) 3 times, K1; rep from * to end.
Row 9 *K2, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, s2kpo,
(yo, skpo) twice, yo, K2; rep from * to
end.
Row 11 *K1, (skpo, yo) 3 times, K1tbl,
(yo, k2tog) 3 times, K1; rep from * to
end.
Row 13 *K2, kfb, yo, skpo, yo, 5tog, yo,
k2tog, yo, kfb, K2; rep from * to end.
Row 15 *K4, kfb, yo, 5tog, yo, kfb, K4;
rep from * to end.
Row 16 Purl.
Rep these 16 rows twice more.
Work rows 1 and 2 once more.
Next row (RS) *K1, k2tog, yo2, skpo;
rep from * to end.
Next row *K2, P1, K2; rep from * to
end.
Change to 3mm needles and work
2 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Cast off in rib.
TO MAKE UP
Block and press work. Join back seam,
being careful to match pattern. Weave
in all loose ends.
COASTER
Cast on 6 sts evenly over three 3mm
DPNs, place a marker for the beg of
round and join into the round being
careful not to twist sts.
Round 1 *Yo, K1, place a stitch marker;
rep from * to end of round. [12 sts]
Round 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 & 14 Knit.
Round 3 *Yo, K2; rep from * to end.
[18 sts]
Round 5 *Yo, K3; rep from * to end.
[24 sts]
Round 7 *Yo, K4; rep from * to end.
[30 sts]
Round 9 *Yo, K5; rep from * to end.
[36 sts]
Round 11 *Yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K3; rep
from * to end. [42 sts]
Round 14 *Yo, K1, k2tog, yo, K1, yo,
skpo, K1; rep from * to end. [48 sts]
Round 15 *Yo, K3, k2tog, yo, K3; rep
from * to end. [54 sts]
Round 16 *K1, yo, skpo, K6; rep from *
to end.
Round 17 *Yo, K9; rep from * to end.
[60 sts]
Round 18 *K1, yo, k2tog, yo, skpo, K5;
rep from * to end.
Round 19 *Yo, K10; rep from * to end.
[66 sts]
Round 20 *K1, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo,
skpo, K4; rep from * to end.
Round 21 *Yo, K11; rep from * to end.
[72 sts]
Round 22 *K1, (yo, k2tog) 3 times, yo,
skpo, K3; rep from * to end.
Round 23 *Yo, K12; rep from * to end.
[78 sts]
Round 24 *K1, (yo, k2tog) 4 times, yo,
skpo, K2; rep from * to end.
Round 25 *Yo, K13; rep from * to end.
[84 sts]
Round 26 *K1, (yo, k2tog) 5 times, yo,
skpo, K1; rep from * to end.
Round 27 *Yo, K14; rep from * to end.
[90 sts]
Round 28 *K1, (yo, k2tog) 6 times, yo,
skpo; rep from * to end.
Round 29 *Yo, K15; rep from * to end.
[96 sts]
Round 30 Purl.
Round 31 *K1, (M1, K3) 5 times; rep
from * to end. [126 sts]
Round 32 Purl.
Cast off loosely.
Block work carefully and weave in all
loose ends.
This pretty spiral is all thanks to the clever
positioning of regular decreases genius!
 HUG A MUG
Keep your coffee warm in the shade with one of
Faye Perriams variations on the classic mug hug.

1a combo
Cabled Mug Hug: 3 Chequered Rib
Mug Hug: geometric
of two
cable stitches. knit and purl.
2Mug HuLag:ce diTagwisont al
kn it and slip.
 Tip When knitting cables it can be tricky to keep the tension even across the entire piece.
The stitches on the cable needles need to be knitted with the same tension dont pull
too tight (its easy to do!), but dont end up knitting too loose to avoid that fate!
B
ritain has become a nation of
coffee-lovers. Coffee shops are
everywhere and many have their
LACE DK 4MM own version of keepsake takeaway cups.
CABLE WEIGHT
If you, or someone you know, is a fan of
takeaway hot drinks, what better way to
personalise cups than with a mug hug?
YOU WILL NEED Not only do they look fabulously trendy,
Q Erika Knight, British Blue Wool they keep your coffee piping hot. Fellow
(100% British Bluefaced coffee aficionados will be green with
Leicester wool, 25g/55m), 1 ball envy when they spot your woolly hugs!
of each: Iced Gem, Pretty, Milk
Q A set of five 4mm DNPs
Q Stitch markers K CABLED MUG HUG
Q Tapestry needle Cast on 48 sts and join to work in the
Q Cable needle round, distributing sts evenly over 4
For yarn stockists contact needles and taking care not to twist sts.
Erika Knight 0333 666 5333 Place marker.
www.erikaknight.co.uk Round 1&2 *P1, K4, P1, K18; rep from *
once more.
TENSION Round 3 *P1, C4F, P1, C4B, K4, C4F, C4B,
Yarn used knits as DK to this K2; rep from * once more.
tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to Rounds 4&5 *P1, K4, P1, K18; rep from *
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st once more.
using 4mm needles Round 6 *P1, C4F, P1, K2, C4F, C4B, K4,
C4F; rep from * once more.
ABBREVIATIONS Round 7&8 *P1, K4, P1, K18; rep from *
For a full list see page 130. once more.
Round 9 *P1, C4F, P1, C4B, K4, C4F, C4B,
K2; rep from * once more.
Round 10 *P1, kfb, K2, kfb, P1, K18; rep
from * once more. [52 sts]
Round 11 *P1, K6, P1, K18; rep from * once
more.
Round 12 *P1, C6F, P1, K2, C4B, C4F, K4,
C4F; rep from * once more.
Round 13&14 *P1, K6, P1, K18; rep from *
once more.
Round 15 *P1, K6, P1, C4B, K4, C4F, C4B,
K2; rep from * once more.
Round 16 *P1, C6F, P1, K18; rep from *
once more.
Round 17 *P1, K6, P1, K18; rep from * once
more.
Round 18 *P1, K6, P1, K2, C4F, C4B, K4,
C4F; rep from * once more.
Round 19 *P1, K6, P1, K18; rep from * once
more.
Round 20 *P1, kfb, K4, kfb, P1, C4B, K4,
C4F, C4B, K2; rep from * once more.
[56 sts]
Round 21-22 *P1, K8, P1, K18; rep from *
once more.
Round 23 *P1, C8F, P1, K2, C4F, C4B, K4,
C4F; rep from * once more.
Round 24&25 *P1, K8, P1, K18; rep from *
once more.
Round 26 *P1, K8, P1, C4B, K4, C4F, C4B,
K2; rep from * once more.
Round 27 *P1, C8F, P1, K18; rep from *
once more.
Close-up, the cable pattern has a Round 28 *P1, K8, P1, K18; rep from * once
satisfyingly intricate weave to it. more.
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Round 29 *P1, K8, P1, K2, C4F, C4B, K4,
C4B; rep from * once more.
Cast off and weave in ends.
LACE TWIST MUG HUG
Cast on 36 sts and join to work in the
round, distributing sts evenly over 4
needles and taking care not to twist sts.
Place marker.
Round 1 *Yo, sl1 pw, K2, psso the K2; rep
from * to end of round.
Round 2 Knit.
Rep these 2 rounds 6 times more.
Round 15 *Yo, sl1 pw, K2, psso the K2; rep
from * to end of round.
Round 16 *K1, kfb, K7; rep from * to end of
round. [40 sts]
Round 17 *Yo, sl1 pw, K2, psso the K2, yo,
sl1 pw, K2, psso the K2, yo, sl1 pw, K3,
psso the K3; rep from * to end of round.
Round 18 Knit.
Round 19 *Yo, sl1 pw, K2, psso the K2, yo,
sl1 pw, K2, psso the K2, yo, sl1 pw, K3,
psso the K3; rep from * to end of round.
Round 20 *K1, kfb, K8; rep from * to end of
round. [44 sts]
Round 21 *Yo, sl1 pw, K2, psso the K2, yo,
sl1 pw, K3, psso the K3, yo, sl1 pw, K3, psso
the K3; rep from * to end of round.
Round 22 *K1, kfb, K9; rep from * to end of
round.
Round 23 *Yo, sl1 pw, K3, psso the K3; rep
from * to end of round.
Round 24 Knit.
Cast off and weave in ends.
CHEQUERED RIB MUG HUG
Cast on 40 sts and join to work in the
round, distributing sts evenly over 4
needles and taking care not to twist sts.
Place marker.
Rounds 1-3 *P1, K2, (P3, K3) twice, P3, K2;
rep from * once more.
Rounds 4-6 *K1, P2, (K3, P3) twice, K3, P2;
rep from * once more.
Rounds 7-9 *P1, K2, (P3, K3) twice, P3, K2;
rep from * once more.
Round 10 *(K1, P1, K1) all into next st, P2,
(K3, P3) twice, K3, P2; rep from * once
more. [44 sts]
Rounds 11-12 *K3, P2, (K3, P3) twice, K3,
P2; rep from * once more.
Rounds 13-15 *P3, K2, (P3, K3) twice, P3,
K2; rep from * once more.
Rounds 16-18 *K3, P2, (K3, P3) twice, K3,
P2; rep from * once more.
Rounds 19-20 *P3, K2, (P3, K3) twice, P3,
K2; rep from * once more.
Round 21 *(P1, K1) into next st, K1, (K1, P1)
into next st, P2, (K3, P3) twice, K3, P2; rep
from * once more. [48 sts]
Rounds 22-23 P1, (K3, P3) 7 times, K3, P2.
Cast off and weave in ends.
LOVE HEARTS
Capture the scent of summer by knitting this
collection of lavender sachets by Sarah Dennis.

Each heart uses a

di fferent stitch
patter n fo r lo ts of
st ylish texture.
 Tip Ifhanging
youre giving a single heart as a gift, you can add a special touch by making the
loop from fancy ribbon white or red satin would look fab, or go for a
vintage feel with matching white lace. Then tidy up the join with a ribbon bow.
T
hese scented hanging hearts are
such a subtle, romantic way to
decorate your home or give as a
CABLES 4PLY 2MM loving gift. Why not make several of
ST ST WEIGHT
them and string them into bunting? And
by filling them with lavender you can
preserve the scent of summer all year!
YOU WILL NEED Give your knitting skills a workout
QStylecraft, Special 4ply (100% with the three different stitch patterns
acrylic, 100g/422m), 1 ball they look great together, or you can
White (1001) choose your favourite look and make a
QA pair of 2mm needles set of matching hearts.
QA cable needle
QStitch holders
Q5g lavender K CABLED LAVENDER BAG (MAKE 2)
QTwo pieces of fabric, approx Cast on 4 sts using 2mm needles.
10x10cm (4x4in) Row 1 (WS) Pfb, P2, pfb. [6 sts]
For yarn stockists contact Row 2 P1, C4F, P1.
Stylecraft 01535 609798 Row 3 Pfb, P4, pfb. [8 sts]
www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk Row 4 P2, K4, P2.
Row 5 Kfb, K1, P4, K1, kfb. [10 sts]
TENSION Row 6 P3, C4F, P3.
Yarn used knits as 4ply to this Row 7 Kfb, K2, P4, K2, kfb. [12 sts]
tension: 40 sts and 39 rows to Row 8 K1, P3, K4, P3, K1.
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 9 Pfb, K3, P4, K3, pfb. [14 sts]
textured patterns using 2mm Row 10 K2, P3, C4F, P3, K2.
needles Row 11 Pfb, P1, K3, P4, K3, P1, pfb.
[16 sts]
MEASUREMENTS Row 12 K3, P3, K4, P3, K3.
12x7cm (4x2in) Row 13 Pfb, P2, K3, P4, K3, P2, pfb.
[18 sts]
ABBREVIATIONS Row 14 (C4F, P3) twice, C4F.
C4F Sl next 2 sts to cn and hold Row 15 Pfb, P3, K3, P4, K3, P3, pfb.
at front of work, k2, then k2 [20 sts]
from cn Row 16 P1, (K4, P3) twice, K4, P1.
Make star P3tog leaving sts on Row 17 Kf6, (P4, K3) twice, P4, kfb.
needle, yo, then purl the same [22 sts]
3 sts together again Row 18 P2, (C4F, P3) twice, C4F, P2.
For a full list, see page 130. Row 19 K2, (P4, K3) twice, P4, K2.
Row 20 P2, (K4, P3) twice, K4, P2.
Row 21 Kfb, K1, (P4, K3) twice, P4, K1,
kfb. [24 sts]
Row 22 (P3, C4F) 3 times, P3.
Row 23 (K3, P4) 3 times, K3.
Row 24 (P3, K4) 3 times, P3.
Row 25 Kfb, K2, (P4, K3) twice, P4, K2,
kfb. [26 sts]
Row 26 P1, (P3, C4F) 3 times, P4.
Row 27 K1, (K3, P4) 3 times, K4.
Row 28 P1 (P3, K4) 3 times, K4.
Row 29 Kfb, (K3, P4) 3 times, K3, kfb.
[28 sts]
Row 30 P2 (P3, C4F) 3 times, P5.
Row 31 K2 (K3, P4) 3 times, K5.
Row 32 P2 (P3, K4) 3 times, P5.
Row 33 K2 (K3, P4) 3 times, K5.
Row 34 P2 (P3, C4F) 3 times, P5.
Row 35 K2 (K3, P4) 3 times, K5.
Row 36 P2 (P3, K4) 3 times, P5.
Row 37 K2 (K3, P4) 3 times, K5.
Row 38 P5, C4F, P3, p2tog. [13 sts]
Leave remaining sts on a holder.
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TOP RIGHT HEART
Row 39 K2tog, K2, P4, K5. [12 sts]
Row 40 P2tog, P3, K4, P3. [11 sts]
Row 41 K2tog, K1, P4, K4. [10 sts]
Row 42 P2tog, P2, C4F, P2. [9 sts]
Row 43 K2tog, P4, K1, k2tog. [7 sts]
Row 44 P2tog, K4, P1. [6 sts]
Row 45 P2tog, P2, P2tog.
Cast off.
TOP LEFT HEART
Return to sts on holder and with RS
facing, work as folls:
Row 38 P2tog, P3, C4F, P5. [13 sts]
Row 39 K5, P4, K2, k2tog. [12 sts]
Row 40 P3, K4, P3, p2tog. [11 sts]
Row 41 K4, P4, K1, k2tog. [10 sts]
Row 42 P2, C4F, P2, p2tog. [9 sts]
Row 43 K2tog, K1, P4 k2tog. [7 sts]
Row 44 P1, K4, p2tog. [6 sts]
Row 45 P2tog, P2, P2tog.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Use the knitted heart piece as a
template to cut the fabric into 2 pieces
the right size and shape, adding a 5mm
allowance for the seam. Stitch the 2
pieces together leaving a small gap for
filling. Turn inside out, fill firmly with
lavender, then sew up the gap. Using
mattress stitch and, with RS facing, sew
the knitted pieces around the filled
inner. Make a plaited or twisted loop to
hang the lavender bag and stitch at the
top of the heart.
STAR STITCH LAVENDER BAG (MAKE 2)
Cast on 3 sts using 2mm needles.
Row 1 (WS) P3.
Row 2 Kfb, K1, kfb. [5 sts]
Row 3 P1, make star, P1.
Row 4 Kfb, K3, kfb. [7 sts]
Row 5 Make star, P1, make star.
Row 6 Kfb, K5, kfb. [9 sts]
Row 7 P3, make star, P3.
Row 8 Kfb, K7, kfb. [11 sts]
Row 9 P2, make star, P1, make star, P2.
Row 10 Kfb, K9, kfb. [13 sts]
Row 11 (P1, make star) 3 times, P1.
Row 12 Kfb, K11, kfb. [15 sts]
Row 13 (Make star, P1) 3 times,
make star.
Row 14 Kfb, K13, kfb. [17 sts]
Row 15 P3, (make star, P1) 3 times, P2.
Row 16 Kfb, K15, kfb. [19 sts]
Row 17 P2, (make star, P1) 4 times, P1.
Row 18 Kfb, K17, kfb. [21 sts]
Row 19 P1 (make star, P1) 5 times.
Row 20 Kfb, K19, kfb. [23 sts]
Row 21 (make star, P1) 5 times,
make star.
Row 22 Knit.

Row 23 P2, (make star, P1) 5 times, P1.
Row 24 Knit.
Row 25 As row 21.
Row 26 Kfb, K21, kfb. [25 sts]
Row 27 P3, (make star, P1) 5 times, P2.
Row 28 Knit.
Row 29 (P1, make star) 6 times, P1.
Row 30 Kfb, K23, Kfb. [27 sts]
Row 31 (Make star, P1) 6 times,
make star.
Row 32 Knit.
Row 33 P2, (make star, P1) 6 times, P1.
Row 34 K12, k2tog. Place rem sts on
holder for left side. [13 sts]
TOP RIGHT HEART
Row 35 P2tog, (make star, P1) twice,
make star. [12 sts]
Row 36 SSK, K8, k2tog. [10 sts]
Row 37 P2tog, (make star, P1) twice.
[9 sts]
Row 38 SSK, K5, k2tog. [7 sts]
Row 39 P2, make star, P2.
Row 40 SSK, K3, k2tog. [5 sts]
Cast off.
TOP LEFT HEART
Return to sts on holder and with RS
facing, work as folls:
Row 34 Knit.
Row 35 (Make star, P1) twice, make star,
P2tog. [12 sts]
Row 36 SSK, K8, k2tog. [10 sts]
Row 37 (P1, make star) twice, p2tog.
[9 sts]
Row 38 SSK, K5, k2tog. [7 sts]
Row 39 P2, make star, P2.
Row 40 SSK, K3, k2tog. [5 sts]
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
As Cabled Lavender Bag.
RIBBED LAVENDER BAG
Cast on 3 sts using 2mm needles.
Row 1 (WS) P3.
Row 2 Kfb, P1, kfb. [5 sts]
Row 3 K1, P3, K1.
Row 4 Pfb, P1, K1, P1, Pfb. [7 sts]
Row 5 P1, K1, P3, K1, P1.
Row 6 Pfb, P2, K1, P2, pfb. [9 sts]
Row 7 P2, K1, P3, K1, P2.
Row 8 Kfb, P3, K1, P3, kfb. [11 sts]
Row 9 (P3, K1) twice, P3.
Row 10 Pfb, (K1, P3) twice, K1, pfb.
[13 sts]
Row 11 (K1, P3) 3 times, K1.
Row 12 Pfb, P1, (K1, P3,) twice, K1, P1,
pfb. [15 sts]
Row 13 P1, (K1, P3) 3 times, K1, P1.
Row 14 Pfb, P2, (K1, P3) twice, K1, P2,
pfb. [17 sts]
Row 15 P2, (K1, P3) 3 times, K1, P2.
HOME IDEAS
Row 16 Kfb, (P3, K1) 3 times, P3, kfb.
[19 sts]
Row 17 (P3, K1) 4 times, P3.
Row 18 Pfb, (K1, P3) 4 times, K1, pfb.
[21 sts]
Row 19 (K1, P3) 5 times, K1.
Row 20 pfb, P1, (K1, P3) 4 times, K1, P1,
pfb. [23 sts]
Row 21 P1, (K1, P3) 5 times, K1, P1.
Row 22 (P3, K1) 5 times, P3.
Row 23 P1, (K1, P3) 5 times, K1, P1.
Row 24 Pfb, P2, (K1, P3) 4 times, K1, P2, The bold rib stitch pattern lends this heart
pfb. [25 sts] a satisfyingly chunky texture.
Row 25 P2 (K1, P3) 5 times, P1, K2.
Row 26 (K1, P3) 6 times, K1.
Row 27 P2, (K1, P3) 5 times, K1, P2.
Row 28 Kfb, (P3, K1) 5 times, P3, kfb.
[27 sts]
Row 29 (P3, K1) 6 times, P3.
Row 30 P1, (K1, P3) 6 times, K1, P1.
Row 31 (P3, K1) 6 times, P3.
Row 32 Pfb, (K1, P3) 6 times, K1, pfb.
[29 sts]
Row 33 (K1, P3) 7 times, K1.
Row 34 P2, (K1, P3) 6 times, K1, P2.
Row 35 (K1, P3) 7 times, K1. The pretty star stitch is surprisingly easy
Row 36 P2 (K1, P3) 6 times, K1, P2. to make by purling stitches together.
Row 37 (K1, P3) 7 times, K1.
Row 38 P2, (K1, P3) 6 times, K1, P2.
Row 39 (K1, P3) 7 times, K1.
Row 40 P2, (K1, P3) twice, K1, P2,
P2tog. Place rem sts on holder for left
side. [14 sts]
TOP RIGHT HEART
Row 41 K2tog, (P3, K1) 3 times. [13 sts]
Row 42 P2, (K1, P3) twice, K1, P2.
Row 43 P2tog, P2, K1, P3, K1, P2,
P2tog. [11 sts]
Row 44 P1, (K1, P3) twice, K1, P1. Everyone loves classic cables, and the
Row 45 P2tog, P1, K1, P3, K1, P1, heart shape is great for practising them.
P2tog. [9 sts]
Row 46 P2tog, K1, P2, p2tog. [7 sts]
Row 47 K2tog, P1, p2tog. [5 sts]
Cast off.
TOP LEFT HEART
Return to sts on holder and with RS
facing, work as folls:
Row 40 (P3, K1) 3 times, P2.
Row 41 (K1, P3) 3 times, p2tog. [13 sts]
Row 42 P2, (K1, P3) twice, K1, P2.
Row 43 P2tog, P2, K1, P3, K1, P2,
P2tog. [11 sts]
Row 44 P2, K3, P1, K3, P2.
Row 45 P2tog, P1, K1, P3, K1, P1,
p2tog. [9 sts]
Row 46 P2tog, P2, K1, P2, p2tog. [7 sts]
Row 47 K2tog, P1,p2tog. [5 sts]
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
As Cabled Lavender Bag.
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 Tip Lining fabric adds sturdiness to the peg bag and prevents it sagging on the hanger, so
its worthwhile including it. Dont worry if youre not confident of your sewing skills,
though hardly any of it is seen, so a few messy stitches wont hurt!

ST ST DK 4MM Th e bag is kn it ted

flat in on e pi ece, w ith
CABLES WEIGHT

YOU WILL NEED

no aw kwa rd shapin g.
Q A DK yarn from your stash,
2 x 50g balls in a blue colour
Q A pair of 4mm needles
Q A cable needle
Q Fabric 34cm wide x 70cm long
Q A sewing needle and thread
Q A coat hanger

TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 19 sts and 28 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st
using 4mm needles

MEASUREMENTS
30x32cm (12x12in)

ABBREVIATIONS
C3L Sl next st onto cn and hold at
front of work, K2, then K st from cn
C3R Sl next 2 sts onto cn and hold
at back of work, K1, then K sts
from cn
For a full list, see page 130.

PERFECT PEGS
Louise Butts retro-style peg bag
adds vintage charm to wash day.

K PEG BAG Next row (Make hole for hanger) P20, Make a button hole in the centre of the
Cast on 70 sts using 4mm needles. K1, P7, K1, P5, yrn, P2tog, P5, K1, P7, K1, fold of the top of the lining bag (this is
Work 6 rows g st (knit all rows). P20. where the hanger will go through).

START CABLE PATTERN
Row 1 (RS) K20, P1, K7, P1, K12, P1, K7,
P1, K20.
Row 2 P20, K1, P7, K1, P12, K1, P7, K1,
P20.
Row 3 K20, P1, C3L, K1, C3R, P1, K12,
P1, C3L, K1, C3R, P1, K20.
Row 4 P20, K1, P7, K1, P12, K1, P7, K1,
P20.
Rep this 4-row pattern until work meas
22cm from cast-on edge.
Next row K20, P1, K7, P1, K12, P1, K7,
P1, K20.
Next row P20, K1, P7, K1, P12, K1, P7,
K1, P20.
Work these 2 rows for 28cm, ending on
the K row.
Work the 4-row cable pattern for 5cm.
Work 5 rows g st.
Cast off knitwise.
LINING
Cut a piece of fabric measuring
34x70cm.
Fold over each narrow end by 2cm and
sew to secure hem in place.
With RS facing, fold over one hemmed
edge by 7cm (this is the top) and secure
in place at each selvedge with a pin.
Fold the second part of the fabric up to
meet the edge of the first fold and
secure with pins along the selvedge.
Sew down both edges to make a bag.
Do not turn right side out.
TO MAKE UP
With RS facing, fold the top of the bag
over using the yarn over hole as a guide.
Join the selvedge.
Fold the bottom of the bag up to meet
the edge of the top fold and join down
the selvedges.
Join along the opening of the peg bag
for 7.5cm on either side. Turn bag right
side out.
Place lining inside knitted peg bag and
secure at each corner, then sew using a
matching thread along the opening of
the bag to secure it in place.
Put a coat hanger inside the bag, passing
the hook part of the hanger through
the buttonhole.

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yaRn baSket

Home Helps
Put your yarn scraps to good use around the
house with these thrifty helpers!

PenciL potS DoorstoP

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YOU WILL NEED CABLE PANEL Round 14 *K5, k2tog; rep from * to end.
Q DK yarn from your Cast on 34 sts using 5mm needles. [8 sts decd. 48 sts]
stash in contrasting Row 1 (RS) Knit. Round 16 *K4, k2tog; rep from * to end.
colours, 1 x 100g Row 2 (WS) Purl. [8 sts decd. 40 sts]
ball for main colour Rows 3 & 4 Repeat rows 1 and 2. Round 18 *K3, k2tog; rep from * to end.
Q 5mm needles Row 5 K1, *C8B; rep from * to last st, K1. [8 sts decd. 32 sts]
Q 4mm DPNs Row 6 As row 2. Round 20 *K2, k2tog; rep from * to end.
Q Cable needle Rows 7-12 Repeat rows 1 and 2 three times. [8 sts decd. 24 sts]
Q Darning needle Row 13 K5, *C8F; rep from * to last 5 sts, K5. Round 22 *K1, k2tog; rep from * to end.
Q Stitch marker Row 14 As row 2. [8 sts decd. 16 sts]
Rows 15 to 16 Repeat rows 1 and 2. Round 24 *K2tog; rep from * to end.
MEASUREMENTS These 16 rows form patt. [8 sts decd. 8 sts]
20cm (8in) diameter, Cont in patt 8 times more, ending with a WS row. Cut yarn and thread through the loop of the
16cm (6in) high Graft end to end to make into a loop. stitches. Pull to tighten.

ABBREVIATIONS BASE TOP RIBBING EDGE

C8B Slip next 4 sts Using 4mm DPNs, pick up and knit 96 sts along Using 4mm DPNs, pick up and knit 96 sts along
onto cn, hold at back, the rim of the basket. Place marker and join to the rim of the basket. Place marker and join to
K4 from L needle, K4 work in the rnd. work in the rnd.
from cn Round 1 and every alternate round Purl. Round 1 *K2, P2; rep from * to end.
C4F Slip next 4 sts Round 4 *K10, k2tog; rep from * to end. The above round forms 2x2 rib.
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

onto cn, hold at front, [8 sts decd. 88 sts] Cont in 2x2 rib for 5cm.
K4 from L needle, K4 Round 6 *K9, k2tog; rep from * to end. Cast off all sts loosely.
from cn [8 sts decd. 80 sts]
For a full list, see Round 8 *K8, k2tog; rep from * to end. TO MAKE UP
page 130. [8 sts decd. 72 sts] Fold the rib edge inwards. Carefully graft along
Round 10 *K7, k2tog; rep from * to end. the pick up edge of the rib. Weave in ends.
[8 sts decd. 64 sts] Block the piece to measurements.
Round 12 *K6, k2tog; rep from * to end.
[8 sts decd. 56 sts]

DoorstoP PenciL potS

YOU WILL NEED POTS
YOU WILL NEED DOORSTOP SIDES (MAKE 4)
Q Rico Design, Eco Cast on 4 sts using 7mm needles. Q Novelty aran yarn Cast on 36 sts using 4mm needles (or more
Pure Chunky (100% Row 1 Purl. from your stash in or less, depending on the diameter of tin).
wool, 50g/80m), 2 Row 2 Inc 1 st at both ends. [6 sts] small amounts Row 1 Knit.
balls Grey (005) Row 3 Purl. Q A pair of 4mm Row 2 Purl.
Q A pair of 7mm Row 4 Inc 1 st at both ends. [8 sts] needles Continue in stocking stitch until the knitting
needles Row 5 Purl. Q Old pots or tins meas the height of the tin.
Q A set of 7mm DPNs Row 6 Inc 1 st at both ends. [10 sts] Q White paper For the stripy cover, work 2 rows in one
Q Toy stuffing, Cont to increase as set until you have 42 sts. Q Buttons and eyes colour and 2 in another.
ceramic beads, Cast off. (optional) Cast off.
felt flowers
HANDLE ABBREVIATIONS TO MAKE UP
TENSION Cast on 5 sts using 5mm DPNs and work an For a full list, see Ensure the edges of the tins are not sharp.
Yarn used knits as DK i-cord to measure 20.5cm. page 130. Cover the tins in white paper. Sew up the
to this tension: 14 sts seam of the knitting and slip over the top
and 19 rows to meas TO MAKE UP of the tin.
10x10cm (4x4in) over When all 4 triangles are complete, with RS Add buttons and toy eyes to the knitting
st st using 7mm facing, sew together to form a pyramid shape, before putting the cover on the tins, if
needles leaving one edge open. you wish.
Attach the handle to the top of the doorstop.
MEASUREMENTS Turn the right way out.
20.5x17cm (8x6in) Using grey thread, sew the felted flowers to
the sides of the doorstop.
ABBREVIATIONS Stuff the corners with stuffing, add the
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

For a full list, see ceramic beads (we used baking beans, but
page 130. you could also use marbles or the glass beads
sold for holding flowers in vases) and then fill
with more stuffing.
Slip stitch the open edge closed.

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teA cosY

Tea timE
Dont let tea and coffee go cold keep them warm
while you lose track of time catching up with friends!

CafetirE Mug hUgs

waRmer

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 teA cosY
YOU WILL NEED STRIPES WITH RIGHT SIDE FACING Continue straight as set.
Q Wendy, Merino DK 4 rows CN, CD Row 42 (Dec row) P1 using both yarns, * (p2tog,
(100% Merino wool, 8 rows CD, CN P3, p2tog CD), P1 using both yarns, pulling CN
50g/116m), 1 ball 6 rows CN, CD yarn tightly strand to meas approx 2cm,
of each: 18 rows CD, CN (p2tog,P3, p2tog CN), P1 using both yarns,
CN Carnation 6 rows CN, CD pulling CD yarn tightly strand to meas approx
(2384) 12 rows CD, CN 2cm; rep from * to end of row. [61 sts]
CD Cloud Dancer Continue straight as set.
(2350) TEA COSY (MAKE 2) Row 46 (Eyelet row) P1 using both yarns, *(P2,
Q A pair of 4mm Cast on 101 sts using 4mm needles and CN yarn yo, p2tog, P1 CD), P1 using both yarns, pulling
needles and knit 1 row. CN yarn tightly strand to meas approx 2cm, (P2,
Q A tapestry needle Row 1 (RS) K1 using both yarns, *K9 CN, K1 using yo, p2tog, P1, CN), P1 using both yarns, pulling
both yarns, pulling CD yarn tightly strand of CD CD yarn tightly strand to meas approx 2cm; rep
ABBREVIATIONS behind CN to meas approx 2cm (to form each frill), from * to end of row.
For a full list, see K9 CD, K1 using both yarns, pulling CN yarn tightly Continue straight as set until the stripe pattern is
page 130. strand to meas approx 2cm; rep from * to end of complete.
row. Next row Knit 1 row using CN yarn.
Row 2 P1 using both yarns, *P9 CD, P1 using both Cast off.
yarns, pulling CN yarn tightly strand to meas
approx 2cm, P9 CN, P1 using both yarns, pulling TO MAKE UP
CD yarn tightly strand to meas approx 2cm; rep Weave in all loose ends. With RS facing, sew up
from * to end of row. 3cm from the cast-on edge on both edge seams.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Continue to work as rows 1 and 2, changing Then sew down 6cm from the cast-off edge on
colour as set in the stripe pattern above. both side seams. Turn the right way out. Make a
Row 36 (Dec row) P1 using both yarns, *(p2tog, twisted cord to meas 36cm, thread the cord
P5, p2tog CD), P1 using both yarns, pulling CN through the eyelets.
yarn tightly strand to meas approx 2cm,
(p2tog, P5, p2tog CN), P1 using both yarns,
pulling CD yarn tightly strand to meas approx
2cm; rep from * to end of row. [81 sts]

Mug hUgs CafetirE waRmer

YOU WILL NEED CAFETIRE COSY
YOU WILL NEED MUG HUG
Q Sirdar, Click (70% Cast on 42 sts using 5mm needles and Q Sublime, Cashmere Cast on 69 sts using 3mm needles and Yarn A.
acrylic, 30% wool, yarn doubled. Merino Silk DK Moss stitch 4 rows.
50g/150m), 1 ball of Row 1 (K1, P1) to end of row. (75% wool, 20% Change to Yarn B.
each: Pink Mix (183), Work in K1, P1 rib for 2 rows more. silk, 5% cashmere, Row 1 Knit.
Green Mix (184) Next row Knit. 50g/116m), 1 ball Row 2 P1, * MS, P1; rep from *to end of row.
Q A pair of 5mm Next row K1, *k2tog; rep to last st, K1. of each: Change to Yarn A.
needles Next row K1, *kfb; rep to last st, K1. Yarn A Duck (109) Row 3 Knit.
Q Two heart buttons Next row Purl. Yarn B Rhubarb Row 4 P3, MS, * P1, MS; rep from * to last 3 sts,
Rep the these last 4 rows 2 times more. (107) P3.
ABBREVIATIONS Next row (K1, P1) to end of row. Q A pair of 3mm Rep these 4 rows until knitting meas 15cm from
For a full list, see Work in K1, P1 rib for 2 rows more. needles cast-on edge, ending with a row 2.
page 130. Cast off. Q Two buttons Change to Yarn A and work 4 rows in moss
stitch.
TO MAKE UP MEASUREMENTS Cont in st st until knitting meas 33cm.
With RS facing, using small stitches, sew up To fit an eight-cup Cast off.
2 rows at one end of the cast-on edge, fasten cafetire
off yarn and then sew up 2 sts from the other TO MAKE UP
end of the cast-on edge. Weave in loose ends. ABBREVIATIONS Fold in half, with RS facing, and sew the
MS p3tog Leaving cast-on and cast-off edges together. Turn right
sts on LH needle, yo, way out. Measure 3.5cm from both top and
then P the same 3 sts bottom on both ends of the knitting and mark
tog again (making with some spare thread.
3 sts) Pick up and knit 18 sts between these markers
PATTERN BY DEBORA BRADLEY
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

For a full list, see and work 6cm of moss stitch.

page 130. Rep for the other side but work a buttonhole
row after 3.5cm.
Buttonhole row Moss st 4 sts, work 2 sts tog,
yrn, moss st 6 sts, yrn, work 2 sts tog, moss st
to end of row.
Choose pink or Work a further 2.5cm in moss st and cast off.
green or both! Attach the buttons.

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 SETTLE IN
Freshen up your home for summer with
these cushion panels by Amanda Jones.

Usin g crea m ya rn
means yo u can pa ir
th ese lace beauti es
w ith an y cu sh io n yo u
li ke - ge ni us!

Light and
easy summer
project
 Tip The great thing about these designs is that they can be adapted to suit any cushion
you already have. Just keep knitting until the panel is the right length. The same
applies for the co-ordinating blanket border on page 98!
LACE DK 3MM
STITCHES WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
Q A DK yarn from your stash in a
cream colour
Small panel 1x 50g ball
Large panel 2 x 50g balls
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q A 30cm cushion with cover for
the small panel
Q A 40cm cushion with cover for
the large panel
For yarn stockists contact
Coats 01484 681881
www.makeitcoats.com
TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over
st st using 3mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
MB Make bobble: knit into front
and back of next st 3 times
making 6 sts, pass each stitch
over original st
For a full list, see page 130.
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heres not much better than
settling down to read your
favourite book on a sunny day,
and a comfy cushion is essential! Add a
personal touch to plain shop-bought
cushions with these elegant lace panels.
Theyll knit up quickly for instant
gratification and theyd be perfect for
alast-minute house-warming gift.
NOTE Either work from row Charts,
reading all odd number (RS) rows from
right to left and all even number (WS)
rows from left to right. Or work from
pattern written out below.
K SMALL CUSHION PANEL
NOTE The stitch count rises from 31 to
43 sts.
Cast on 31 sts using 3mm needles.
Row 1 (RS) K1, yo, MB, yo, K1, P1, K2,
(k2tog, yo) twice, K1, yo, K2, skpo, K4,
k2tog, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K2, P1, K1, yo,
MB, yo, K1.
Row 2 and every foll WS row P the
purl sts and K the knit sts as they
present themselves.
Row 3 K2, yo, K1, yo, K2, P1, K1, (k2tog,
yo) twice, K3, yo, K2, skpo, K2, k2tog,
K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K3, P1, K2, yo, K1,
yo, K2.
Row 5 K3, yo, K1, yo, K3, P1, (k2tog, yo)
twice, K2, MB, K2, yo, K2, skpo, k2tog,
K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K4, P1, K3, yo, K1, yo,
K3. [43 sts]
Row 7 K3, s2kpo, K3, P1, K2, yo, skpo,
yo, K2, skpo, K4, k2tog, K2, yo, K1, (yo,
skpo) twice, K2, P1, K3, s2kpo, K3.
Row 9 K2, s2kpo, K2, P1, K3, yo, skpo,
yo, K2, skpo, K2, k2tog, K2, yo, K3, (yo,
skpo) twice, K1, P1, K2, s2kpo, K2.
Row 11 K1, s2kpo, K1, P1, K4, yo, skpo,
yo, K2, skpo, k2tog, K2, yo, K2, MB, K2,
(yo, skpo) twice, P1, K1, s2kpo, K1.
[31 sts]
Row 12 P the purl sts and K the knit sts
as they present themselves.
Rep these 12 rows until you have
completed 8 full patt reps or until the
panel is as long as you require.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Block the work. Attach to front of your
cushion matching the centre of the
panel to the centre of the cushion.
LARGE CUSHION PANEL
Cast on 49 sts using 3mm needles.
Row 1 (RS) K2, yo, K5, yo, skpo, K2,
skpo, K2, yo, K1, (yo, skpo) twice, yo,
When you block your lace panels, pin out
each point at the edges for a neat finish.
Simple decreases create the leaf-like
shape in the large cushion panel.
K2, k2tog, K1, skpo, K2, yo, K1, (yo,
skpo) twice, yo, K2, k2tog, K2, k2tog,
yo, K5, yo, K2.
Row 2 and every foll WS row Sl the
1st and last st purlwise, purl all sts.
Row 3 K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K4, yo, skpo,
K2, skpo, K1, yo, K3, (yo, skpo) twice,
yo, K1, k2tog, K1, skpo, K1, yo, K3, (yo,
skpo) twice, yo, K1, k2tog, K2, k2tog,
yo, K4, yo, skpo, yo, K2.
Row 5 K2, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, K3, yo,
skpo, K2, skpo, yo, K5, (yo, skpo) twice,
yo, k2tog, K1, skpo, yo, K5, (yo, skpo)
twice, yo, k2tog, K2, k2tog, yo, K3, (yo,
skpo) twice, yo, K2.
Row 7 K2, (yo, k2tog) 3 times, yo, K2,
yo, skpo, K1, k2tog, yo, K7, (yo, skpo)
twice, yo, s2kpo, yo, K7, (yo, skpo) 3
times, K1, k2tog, yo, K2, (yo, skpo) 3
times, yo, K2.
Row 9 K2, (yo, k2tog) 4 times, yo, K1,
yo, skpo, K2, yo, K2, k2tog, K1, skpo,
K2, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, K1, yo, K2,
k2tog, K1, skpo, K2, (yo, k2tog) twice,
yo, K2, k2tog, yo, K1, (yo, skpo) 4 times,
yo, K2.
Row 11 K1, (skpo, yo) 4 times, skpo, K1,
yo, skpo, K3, yo, K1, k2tog, K1, skpo,
K1, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, K3, yo, K1,
k2tog, K1, skpo, K1, (yo, k2tog) twice,
yo, K3, k2tog, yo, K1, (k2tog, yo) 4
times, k2tog, K1.
Row 13 K1, (skpo, yo) 3 times, skpo, K2,
yo, skpo, K4, yo, k2tog, K1, skpo. (yo,
 HOME IDEAS

k2tog) twice, yo, K5, yo, k2tog, K1,
skpo, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, K4, k2tog,
yo, K2, (k2tog, yo) 3 times, k2tog, K1.
Row 15 K1, (skpo, yo) twice, skpo, K3,
yo, skpo, K5, yo, s2kpo, yo, (k2tog, yo)
twice, K7, yo, s2kpo, (yo, k2tog) twice,
yo, K5, k2tog, yo, K3, (k2tog, yo) twice,
k2tog, K1.
Row 17 (RS) K1, skpo, yo, skpo, K4, yo,
skpo, K2, skpo, K2, yo, K1, (yo, skpo)
twice, yo, K2, k2tog, K1, skpo, K2, yo,
K1, (yo, skpo) twice, yo, K2, k2tog, K2,
k2tog, yo, K4, k2tog, yo, k2tog, K1.
Rep rows 217 of patt until you have
completed 7 full patt reps or until the
work is as long as you require ending
on a row 16.
Cast off.
TO MAKE UP
Block the work. Attach to the front
of the cushion, matching the centre
of the panel to the centre of the
cushion cover. These sweet little bobbles are made by
working into the same stitch six times.

CHART SMALL PANEL

12 HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS
11 Start at the bottom right-
10
9 hand corner. Read right side
8 rows from right to left and
7 wrong side rows from left to
6
5 right. A row of squares
4 represents a row of knitting.
3
2
1
40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5

CHART LARGE PANEL

17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5

Key
K on RS Sl2, K1, p2sso

P on RS Bobble

yo No stitch

K2tog Set up row

Skpo Repeat

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CLIMBING ROSE
Add a delicate touch to your picnic blanket
with this lace edging by Amanda Jones.

mach in e stitch
th e edgi ng to yo ur
blan ket fo r a st ro ng ,
lo ng -lasti ng seam .

Perfect
knitting for
the weekend
 HOME IDEAS

S
unny Sundays are all about the
family, and not much beats a long
picnic in the park. We think this
LACE DK 4MM lace edging is a lovely flourish to add to
STITCHES WEIGHT
the stalwart picnic blanket go on, give
it a little treat! The gentle lace pattern
isworked over just 20 stitches and you
YOU WILL NEED can make it as long as you need to fit
Q A DK yarn from your stash, 3x thesize of your blanket.
50g balls in a creamy colour
Q A pair of 4mm needles
K BORDER The increases and decreases in the lace
TENSION Cast on 20 sts using 4mm needles. design naturally create the pretty points.
Yarn used knits as DK to this Work in patt from row 1 of Chart
tension: 1 pattern rep meas 9cm reading all even (RS) rows from right to
(3in) wide. left and all odd number (WS) rows from
left to right. Or work from patt as folls:
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list, see page 130. Row 1 (RS) Sl1, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K2,
(sk2po) twice, yo, K1, (yo, k2tog) twice,
yo, K2.
Row 2 and every foll WS row K6, P to
last 4 sts, K1, yo, k2tog, K1.
Row 3 Sl1, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K1, sk2po,
K1, yo, K3, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, K2.
Row 5 Sl1, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K1, sk2po, Pin the edging to the blanket before you
yo, K5, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, K2. sew it on, to ensure its evenly spaced.
Row 7 Sl1, K2, (yo, k2tog) twice, K1, yo,
K7, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, K2.
Row 9 Sl1, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K1, yo, K4,
sk2po, K4, (yo, k2tog) twice, yo, K2. Row 18 K6, P10, K1, yo, k2tog, K1.
Row 11 Sl1, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K3, yo, Repeat these 18 rows until your work is
K3, sk2po, K3, (yo, k2tog) 3 times, K1. as long as the blanket you are attaching
Row 13 Sl1, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K5, yo, it to, ending with a row 18.
K2, sk2po, K2, (yo, k2tog) 3 times, K1.
Row 15 Sl1, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K2, TO MAKE UP
sk2po, K2, yo, K1, sk2po, K1, (yo, k2tog) Sew in all loose ends.
3 times, K1. Block work, using the bottom edge of
Row 17 Sl1, K2, yo, k2tog, yo, K2, your blanket as a guide for the length.
sk2po, K2, yo, sk2po, (yo, k2tog) Attach to the blanket by hand, or using
3 times, K1. a sewing machine if you prefer.

CHART
18
17
16
15
Key
14
K on RS; P on WS K2tog 13
12
P on RS; K on WS Sl1, K2tog, psso
11
Sl1 No stitch 10
yo
9
8
7
6
HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS 5
Start at the bottom right-hand corner. 4
Read right side rows from right to left and 3
wrong side rows from left to right. A row 2
of squares represents a row of knitting. 1
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DIPPY EGGS
Have a bit of fun at breakfast time with
Jane Burns cute novelty cosies.

Th e ri bb on is a sweet
shapin g
fi ni sh in g to uch, addi ng
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to th e co si es that he lp
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 HOME IDEAS

B
awk bawk! Theres something Row 8 Purl.
rather fitting about a chicken Row 9 Knit.
sitting atop your hard-boiled egg. Cast off.
ST ST, PICOT DK 3MM This design is simple but effective its
GARTER ST WEIGHT
all about the details. Basic stocking BEAK
stitch is brought to life with some basic Cast on 12 sts using 3mm needles
shaping and a little bit of ribbon. The and Yarn B.
YOU WILL NEED best part is theyll knit up super fast so Row 1 Knit.
Q Sirdar,Country Style DK (40% you can get on with using them. Row 2 Purl.
nylon, 30% wool, 30% acrylic, Row 3 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1.
50g/155m), 1 ball of each: [10 sts]
Yarn A Chocolate (0539) K EGG COSY Row 4 Purl.
Yarn B Amber (0394) BODY (MAKE 2) Row 5 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1.
Yarn C Naturelle (0409) Cast on 22 sts using 3mm needles [8 sts]
Q A pair of 3mm needles and Yarn A. Row 6 Purl.
Q Four 12mm solid black eyes Rows 14 Knit. Row 7 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1.
with shank, ribbon Row 5 Purl. [6 sts]
For yarn stockists contact Row 6 Knit. Row 8 Purl.
Sirdar 01924 231682 Row 7 Purl. Row 9 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1.
www.sirdar.co.uk Row 8 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, K1. [4 sts]
[20 sts] Row 10 (P2tog) twice. [2 sts]
TENSION Row 9 Purl. Row 11 K2tog. Break yarn and pull
Yarn used knits as DK to this Row 10 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, through rem st to fasten off.
tension: 26 sts and 26 rows to K1. [18 sts]
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over Row 11 Purl. WATTLE
st st using 3mm needles Row 12 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, Cast on 7 sts using 3mm needles and
K1. [16 sts] Yarn B.
MEASUREMENTS Row 13 Purl. Row 1 Knit.
10cm tall x 8cm wide (4x3in) Row 14 K1, M1, K to last st, M1, K1. Row 2 Knit.
[18 sts] Cast off.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 15 Purl. Fold in half and stitch to form a V
For a full list, see page 130. Row 16 K1, M1, K to last st, M1, K1. shape.
[20 sts]
Rows 17, 19 & 21 Purl. TO MAKE UP
Rows 18, 20 & 22 Knit. Weave in all the loose ends. Holding
Row 23 Purl. both pieces of body WS together,
Row 24 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, blanket stitch around the edge, leaving
K1. [18 sts] the bottom open. Fold the comb at the
Row 25 Purl. picot edge and place on the head using
Row 26 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, the image as a guide, then sew into
K1. [16 sts] position. Fold beak in half and join side
Row 27 Purl. seam to close and sew beak in place.
Row 28 K1, ssk, K to last 3 sts, k2tog, Sew wattle in place. Push the eyes
K1. [14 sts] through the knitted fabric and secure.
Row 29 Purl. Trim with ribbon.
Row 30 (Ssk) twice, K to last 4 sts,
(k2tog) twice. [10 sts] Make a second chicken in the same
Row 31 P2tog, P to last 2 sts, p2tog. way, using the following colours:
[8 sts] Body: Yarn C.
Cast off. Comb: Yarn A.
Beak: Yarn B.
COMB Wattle: Yarn A.
Cast on 18 sts using 3mm needles
and Yarn B.
Row 1 Knit.
Row 2 Purl.
Row 3 Knit.
Row 4 Purl.
Row 5 *K2tog, yo; rep from * to last 2
sts, k2tog. [17 sts]
Row 6 Purl.
Row 7 Knit.

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gorgeous
gift for a
stitcher

OH SEW SIMPLE!
Jane Burns has created a gorgeous set of decorations
for your essential stitching kit, all from scraps of yarn.
 HOME IDEAS
Y
ou need a few bits and pieces of
needlework kit to sew up your
knits, and these makes from Jane
ST ST SOCK 2MM Burns are perfect for keeping them safe.
CROCHET WEIGHT
The pieces are small, so balls of leftover
variegated sock yarn will be perfect.
They make lovely gifts for stitchers as
YOU WILL NEED well theyre not just for knitters!
Q Any sock yarn in colours of your
choice
QA set of 2mm DPNs K LID COVER
QA 2.5mm crochet hook NOTE The lid cover is worked in the
QA 3mm crochet hook round from the centre out. It is
QJar with a 7cm diameter lid designed to be bigger than the lid to
QTwo 1.5cm diameter buttons allow for stuffing and attaching.
QTwo 1cm diameter buttons Cast on 8 sts using 2mm needles.
Q Toy stuffing Distribute the sts evenly over 4 DPNs
Q Approx 11x7cm (4x3in) felt for and join into the round, taking care not
needle case to twist stitches.
QNeedle and thread Round 1 Knit into the back of every st.
Round 2 Kfb to end. [16 sts]
TENSION Rounds 35 Knit.
Yarn used knits as sock to this Round 6 *K1, m1; rep from * to end.
tension: 32 sts and 44 rows to [32 sts]
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st Rounds 79 Knit.
using 2mm needles Round 10 *K2, m1; rep from * to end.
[48 sts]
MEASUREMENTS Rounds 1113 Knit.
Needle case: 6x8cm (2x3in) Round 14 *K3, m1; rep from * to end.
closed [64 sts]
Scissor keeper: approx 18cm Rounds 1517 Knit.
(7in) long Round 18 *K4, m1; rep from * to end.
[80 sts]
ABBREVIATIONS Rounds 1921 Knit.
For a full list, see page 130. Cast off.
MINI FLOWER
Using a 3mm crochet hook and a
different colour yarn, ch8 and ss to the
first ch to form ring.
Round 1 Ch1 (counts as 1dc), 3tr into
ring, 1dc into ring, (1dc, 3tr, 1dc into
ring) four times in total.
Fasten off.
TO MAKE UP
Use a running stitch to close centre
top of lid cover. Next, use a running
stitch around the cast-off edge of the
cover and pull gently to form a dome,
stuff and place over the lid centre. Pull
tight and stitch to secure. Sew buttons
to centre top and place flower over
the buttons.
NEEDLE CASE
Cast on 25 sts using 2mm needles.
Row 1 Knit.
Row 2 Purl.
Repeat rows 1 & 2 until piece meas
Use firm padding for the lid cover to 12.5cm, ending with a WS row.
make a secure base for holding pins. Cast off.
EDGING
Round 1 Using 2.5mm crochet hook
and starting anywhere on edge of
knitted piece, join yarn, ch1, 1dc in
each stitch around edge, work 3dc into
each corner stitch. Join with ss to top of
beg ch.
Round 2 Ch1, 1dc in each dc, work
3dc in corner dc. Join with ss to top
of beg ch1.
Fasten off.
TO MAKE UP
Block knitted piece.
Cut felt approx 5mm smaller than
knitted piece. With WS facing fold
knitted piece in half, bringing the
shortest edges together. Mark centre
point, fold felt in half and sew felt inside
knitted piece along fold to form a
book. Using backstitch sew along
centre seam from top to bottom. If you
want to make the centre seam look a
little prettier, use 2.5mm hook and
work a length of chain stitch long
enough to cover the row of sewing,
then sew in place.
Make one mini flower following
instructions given for jar lid.
Sew buttons to front centre edge using
the image as a guide.
Using 2.5mm hook ch10, fasten off. Sew
one end of chain to back of small flower
and other to inside back cover.
SCISSOR KEEPER
Cast on 3 sts using 2mm DPNs.
Row 1 Knit, slide these 3 sts to other
end of needle, do not turn.
Row 2 Repeat row 1, pulling yarn tight
across back of i-cord each time you
start a new row.
Work until i-cord meas 18cm (or desired
length).
Turn the work.
Next row Knit.
Next row Purl.
Repeat these 2 rows 4 times more.
Cast off.
LARGE FLOWER
Using 3mm hook, ch10, ss into 1st ch to
form ring.
Ch1, 1hdc, 3tr, 1hdc, 1dc, into ring,
(1dc, 1hdc, 3tr, 1hdc, 1dc) 4 times into
ring, ss into top of ch1.
Fasten off.
TO MAKE UP
Sew large flower to narrow end of cord,
fold tab end of cord around the handle
of your scissors and sew closed.
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BREAKFAST SET
Brighten up any morning with this collection of
cabled cosies and a tray cloth by Louise Butt.

Cables andwe
stripes - !
love it

Th e ya rn is mach in e-
washa ble, so no need
to wor ry ab out dr ips!

CABLE DK 4MM
RIB WEIGHT 3MM
YOU WILL NEED
Q Sirdar, Country Style DK (40%
nylon, 30% wool, 30% acrylic,
50g/155m), 1 ball of each:
Snapdragon (618), Tana (390),
Meadow (614) and Maple (612)
Q A pair of 4mm needles
Q A pair of 3mm needles
Q A 3.5mm crochet hook
Q Four small buttons
Q Fabric approximately 20x28cm
(15x11in)
For yarn stockists contact
Sirdar 01924 231682
www.sirdar.co.uk
TENSION
Yarn used knits as DK to this
tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch
pattern using 4mm needles
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list, see page 130.
HOME IDEAS
T
he ritual of taking tea and coffee,
whether with breakfast, in the
morning or afternoon, is much
enhanced by being served in something
beautiful. It might be the crockery, the
serving vessels or cosy cosies.
This lovely set, designed by Louise
Butt, includes a tea cosy, coffee cosy,
egg cosy and tray cloth. Together they
make a lovely quartet for the table. Its
the sort of thing guests will love if you
present them with breakfast on a tray
in their room.
These patterns combine cables and
shaping, which might at first seem
daunting, but just follow the pattern and
you cant go wrong! says Louise.
K THE CABLE PATTERN
Row 1 *P1, K3; rep from * to last st, P1.
Row 2 *K1, P3; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 3 *P1, K into the third st on
left-hand needle, K into the first st,
then K into the second st and slip all
3 sts of left-hand needle; rep from * to
last st, P1.
Row 4 *K1, P3; rep from * to last st, K1.
EGG COSY
Cast on 45 sts using 4mm needles and
Snapdragon yarn.
Work 4 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Work 4-row pattern, rep twice.
START DECREASES
Row 1 *P1, k2tog, K1, P1, K3; rep from *
to last 5 sts, P1, k2tog, K1, P1.
Row 2 *K1, P2, K1, P3; rep from * to last
4 sts, K1, P2, K1.
Row 3 *P1, k2tog, P1, K into the third st
on left-hand needle, K into the first st,
then K into the second st and slip all 3
sts off left-hand needle; rep from * to
last 4 sts, P1, k2tog, P1.
Row 4 *K3tog, P3; rep from * to last 3
sts, k3tog.
Row 5 *P1, k2tog, K1; rep from * to last
5 sts, P1, k2tog, K1, P1.
Row 6 *K1, P2; rep to last st, K1.
Row 7 *P1, k2tog; rep to last st, P1.
Row 8 K1, *P2tog; rep to end.
Row 9 (P2tog) 3 times.
Cut yarn leaving a long end, draw yarn
through rem 3 sts and pull tight.
TO MAKE UP
With RS facing, join sides of cosy.
COFFEE COSY
MAIN PART
Cast on 77 sts using 4mm needles and
Maple yarn.
Work 4 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Work rows 1 and 2 of cable pattern.
**Change to Tana yarn.
Work 2 pattern repeats.
Change to Meadow yarn.
Work 2 pattern repeats.
Work from ** twice more.
Change to Maple yarn.
Work rows 1 and 2 of cable pattern.
Work 3 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Cast off in rib pattern.
EDGE 1
With RS facing, pick up and K 40 sts
with 4mm needles and Maple yarn.
Work 3 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Cast off in rib pattern.
EDGE 2 (WITH BUTTON HOLES)
With RS facing, pick up and K 40 sts
with 4mm needles and Maple yarn.
Work 3 rows of 1x1 rib.
Rows 4-5 Cast off 10 sts in rib pattern,
cont rib pattern to end of row.
Work 3 rows rib.
Row 9 (K1, P1, yon, k2tog, K1, P1, K1,
yon, k2tog, P1) twice.
Row 10 K1, P1 rib.
Cast off in rib pattern.
TO MAKE UP
Darn in ends, and press the cosy lightly
on the wrong side to obtain an even
square shape. Test the cosy on coffee
pot and add buttons where it will make
a
snug fit.
TEA COSY
SIDE (MAKE 2)
Cast on 57 sts using 3mm needles
and Snapdragon yarn.
Change to 4mm needles.
Work 4 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Work rows 1 and 2 of cable pattern.
Change to Maple yarn.
Work 8 pattern repeats, alternating
between Maple and Snapdragon every
2 pattern repeats, and keeping this
stripe pattern throughout.
At this point you can add further
pattern reps if your teapot is taller.
START DECREASES
Row 1 *P1, k2tog, K1, P1, K3; rep from *
to last st, P1.
Row 2 *K1, P3, K1, P2; rep from * to last
st, K1.
Row 3 *P1, k2tog, P1, K into the third st
on left-hand needle, K into the first st,
then K into the second st and slip all
3 sts off left-hand needle; rep from * to
last st, P1.
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 Tip This pattern is covered with cables and it might look like only a very experienced
knitter could manage it. In fact, its very simple its a repeat pattern of four stitches
and four rows. Try practising it with spare yarn until you get the hang of it.
For an extra touch, you
could add pompoms
to the top of the tea
and egg cosies.
Row 4 *K1, P3, K1, P1; rep from * to last
st, K1.
Row 5 *P3tog, K3; rep from * to last st, P1.
Row 6 *K1, P3; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 7 *P1, K into the third st on left-hand
needle, K into the first st, then K into the
second st and slip all 3 sts off left-hand
needle, P1, k2tog, K1; rep from * to last
5 sts, P1, K into the third st on left-hand
needle, K into the first st, then K into the
second st and slip all 3 sts off left-hand
needle, P1.
Row 8 *K1, P3, K1, P2; rep from * to last
5 sts, P1, K3, P1.
Row 9 P1, K3, P1, K2tog; rep from * to
last 5 sts, P1, K3, P1.
Row 10 *K1, P3, K1, P1; rep from * to last
5 sts, P1, K3, P1.
Row 11 *P1, K into the third st on
left-hand needle, K into the first st, then K
into the second st and slip all 3 sts off
left-hand needle, p3tog; rep from * to last
4 sts, K into the third st on left-hand
needle, K into the first st, then K into the
second st and slip all 3 sts of left-hand
needle, P1.
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Row 12 *K1, P3; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 13 *P1, k2tog, K1; rep from * to last
st, P1.
Row 14 *K1, p2tog; rep from * to last st, K1.
Row 15 P1, *k2tog; rep from * to end.
Row 16 P2tog, P1, P2tog.
Cut yarn and draw through rem sts, pull
tight and fasten off.
TO MAKE UP
Join each side from cast-on edge to the
fourth row of the first pattern repeat.
Join top of cosy from first row of final full
row of pattern repeat, over the top to the
first row of the final pattern rep on the
other side. Work a row of double crochet
in Snapdragon around each opening with
3.5mm hook.
TRAY CLOTH
LONGER EDGES (MAKE 2)
Cast on 89 sts using 4mm needles and
Snapdragon yarn.
Work 4 rows in K1, P1 rib.
Work rows 1 and 2 of cable pattern.
Change to Maple yarn.
Work 1 pattern repeat.
Next row As pattern row 1.
Next row Knit.
Cast off knitwise.
SHORTER EDGES (MAKE 2)
Cast on 64 sts in Snapdragon yarn.
Work 4 rows of K1, P1 rib.
Next row (WS) Knit.
Cast off knitwise.
TO MAKE UP
Darn in ends. Press each piece with
an iron on the wrong side. Join into a
rectangle, so that the shorter sides are
outside the longer side selvedges.
PREPARING THE FABRIC
Measure the hole in the finished tray cloth
edging and add 1cm to each edge so that
it will sit behind the knitting. Cut fabric to
size and either overlock edges with a
serger or zigzag stitch on a machine to
stop it fraying. Using a matching thread,
attach the fabric panel to the WS of the
knitted edging.
 Th e b ol d
ca ble gi ve s
th is ga dg et
co ve r a
manly tw ist!

great
for learning
cables

KEEP IT SAFE
Treat him to something thats fun as well as practical
with Jane Burns chunky gadget cover.
 Tip Using chunky yarn when knitting cables helps you create a highly textured look.
Plus, if youre new to making cables, the thickness of the yarn makes it much easier
to see what youre doing, which will help you learn the technique.

C
ables are a mans best friend, and
this striking design is strong and
masculine while still being soft
CABLE CHUNKY 4MM enough to keep those precious gadgets
ST ST WEIGHT 5MM
safe. The yarn is a hefty chunky so knits
up really quickly, and its hard-wearing
too, with its acrylic content, making it
YOU WILL NEED easy to machine wash.
QStylecraft, Life Chunky (75%
acrylic, 25% wool, 100g/148m),
1 ball Mixtures Denim (2322) K CASE
QA set of 4mm DPNs FRONT Add your i-cord carefully so that it looks
QA pair of 5mm needles Cast on 38 sts using 5mm needles and like an extension of the cable pattern.
QDarning needle long-tail cast on method.
QCable needle
QStitch holder Work Chart 3 times in total. back of i-cord each time you start a new
QWooden toggle Work rows 1-7 from Chart. row. Work i-cord until it measures 8cm,
For yarn stockists contact leave on stitch holder.**
Stylecraft 01535 609798 FLAP Slip remaining 3 sts onto 4mm needle
www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk Row 8 Cast on 4 sts, work row 8 from and work from ** to **.
Chart. Cross the i-cords to match the cable
TENSION Row 9 Cast on 4 sts, work row 9 from pattern (see main photo) and graft the
Yarn used knits as chunky to this Chart. ends together.
tension: 18 sts and 24 rows to Rows 10-18 Cont working Chart as set.
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st Row 19 Cast off 20 sts purlwise, slip BACK
using 5mm needles next 6 sts onto stitch holder, cast off Cast on 36 sts using long-tail cast on
rem 20 sts. and 5mm needles.
MEASUREMENTS Row 1 P9, K18, P9.
23x18cm (9x7in) large enough to I-CORD CLOSURE Row 2 K8, ktbl, P18, ktbl, K8.
fit gadgets including the Kindle With RS facing, slip first 3 sts onto 4mm Repeat rows 1 and 2 until piece
and iPad Mini DPN, **rejoin yarn. measures 24cm.
Row 1 K1, m1, K1, m1, K1, slide these sts Cast off.
ABBREVIATIONS to other end of needle, do not turn.
3/2 RPC Slip next 2 sts to cable [5 sts] TO MAKE UP
needle and place at back of *Knit 1 row, slide these 5 sts to other Using mattress stitch, sew sides of cover
work, K3, then P2 from cable end of needle, do not turn work*. Rep together from bottom to start of flap.
needle from * to *, pull yarn tight across the Graft or oversew bottom closed.
3/2 LPC Slip next 3 sts to cable
needle and place at front of
work, P2, then K3 from cable
CHART
needle
For a full list, see page 130. 18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
35 30 25 20 15 10 5

Key

RS Knit, WS Purl
RS Purl, WS Knit HOWT TO USE OUR CHARTS
C6B Start at the bottom right-hand corner.
C6F Read right side rows from right to left and
3/2 RPC wrong side rows from left to right. A row
3/2 LPC of squares represents a row of knitting.
RS knit tbl, WS Purl tbl

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anudt ko ut
ee p One-night knits
Yarn FlowerS

GardeN delIght
Looking for a gift for the gardener in your life?
Try one of these horticultural quick knits!

ButteRfly Stake flOwer Pot cOver

150 Thrifty Knits 109
 Yarn FlowerS
YOU WILL NEED MAKE 3 (1 EACH IN YARN A, B & D) Cast off.
Q King Cole, Merino Cast on 8 sts using 3mm DPNs and join TO MAKE UP
Blend 4ply (100% into the round, taking care not to twist. Place base of flower into the stem cup and
pure new wool, Round 1 Knit into back of each st. stitch in place. Thread wire through the stem
50g/180m), 1 ball of Round 2 *Kfb, rep from * to end. [16 sts] and flower head, trim wire and bend over ends
each: Rounds 3-5 Knit. to secure in place.
Yarn A Cream (46) Round 6 *Kfb, rep from * to end. [32 sts]
Yarn B Pink (858) Rounds 7-9 Knit.
Yarn C Green (853) Round 10 *K1, kfb rep from * to end. [48 sts]
Yarn D Lilac (899) Rounds 11-13 Knit.
Q A set of 3mm Round 14 *K2, kfb; rep from * to end. [64 sts]
DPNs Rounds 15-17 Knit.
Q 3 pieces of florist Cast off.
wire, 30cm long Weave in ends. Fold circle in half and,
starting with the far left pointed edge, roll to
TENSION form
Yarn used knits as a rose. Use a few small stitches to secure.
4ply to this tension:
28 sts and 36 rows to STEM
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) Cast on 16 sts using Yarn C and join into the
over st st using round, taking care not to twist.
3mm needles Rounds 1-3 Knit.
Round 4 *K2tog; rep from * to end. [8 sts].
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

ABBREVIATIONS Round 5 Knit.

For a full list, see Round 6 *K2tog; rep from * to end [4 sts].
page 130. Slip remaining 4 sts onto one needle, *K 1
row, slide these 4 sts to other end of needle,
Make beautiful
do not turn work*. Rep from * to *, pulling
flowers that
yarn tight across the back of i-cord each time will last!
you start a new row. Work until it meas 11cm.

flOwer Pot cOver ButteRfly Stake

YOU WILL NEED WINGS (MAKE 2)
YOU WILL NEED POT COVER
Q DK yarn from your Cast on 40 sts using 10mm needles. Q Jamiesons of Cast on 19 sts using 3mm needles and Yarn A.
stash, 1 x 50g ball Row 1 K1, * P1, K2; rep from * to last st, K1. Shetland, DK Row 1 (RS) K3, sl2tog, K1, p2sso, K3, yo, K1,
Q A pair of 10mm Row 2 K1, * P2, K1; rep from * to last st, K1. (100% Shetland yo, K3, sl2tog, K1, p2sso, K3. [17 sts]
needles Row 3 K1, * P1, T2L; rep from * to last st, wool, 25g/75m), Row 2 and every alternate row (WS) Purl.
K1. 1 ball of each: Row 3 K2, sl2tog, K1, p2sso, K3, yo, K1, yo,
TENSION Row 4 K1, * P2, K1; rep from * to last st, K1. Yarn A Plum (585), K3, sl2tog, K1, p2sso, K2. [15 sts]
Yarn used knits as DK Row 5 K1, * P1, T2R; rep from * to last st, Splash (757), Row 5 K1, sl2tog, K1, p2sso, K3, yo, K1, yo,
to this tension: 13 sts K1. Daffodil (390) K3, sl2tog, K1, p2sso, K1. [13 sts]
and 19 rows to meas Rep rows 2-5 until knitting meas 12cm. Yarn B Espresso Row 7 Sl2tog, K1, p2sso, sssk, K1, k3tog,
10x10cm (4x4in) over Cast off in pattern. (970) sl2tog, K1, p2sso. [5 sts]
stitch pattern using Q A pair of 3mm Break yarn and leave all sts on a stitch holder.
10mm needles TO MAKE UP needles Rep for second wing.
Sew up the side seam and weave in any Q Yarn needle, a
MEASUREMENTS loose ends. wooden stick, BODY
To fit a plant pot textile glue With 2 wings facing WS together, join Yarn B.
36x12cm (14x4in) You are now going to join 2 wings together by
TENSION working stitches from each side of the wing
ABBREVIATIONS Yarn used knits as together. This is very similar to a 3-needle
T2L Knit into front of DK to this tension: cast-off, but without casting off.
2nd st, leave on the 23 sts and 32 rows Next row (RS) *K2tog taking 1 st from each
LH needle, then K the to meas 10x10cm side of the wings; rep from * to end. [5 sts]
1st st, take both sts (4x4in) over st st Next row (WS) Purl.
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

off LH needle using 3mm Next row Knit.

PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

T2R Knit into back of needles Next row Purl.

2nd st, leave it on LH Break yarn to approx 20cm. Graft the stitches
needle, then K the 1st ABBREVIATIONS to the base of the butterfly where 2 wings are
st, take both sts off For a full list, see joined. Weave in ends into the body of the
LH needle page 130. butterfly. Gently apply a steam iron to shape.
For a full list, see Attach to a stick of your choice.
page 130.

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Berry keyrinG

QuirkY keyRings
Decorate your keys with adorable charms
and pretty cord in jazzy summery colours.

I-corD lanYard Owl kEyrinG

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YOU WILL NEED KEYRING I-CORD
Q DK cotton from Cast on 6 sts using 4mm DPNs and Yarn A, Cast on 3 sts using 4mm DPNs.
yarn stash, and join to work in the round. *K3, then slide these 3 sts to other end of
50g of each: Round 1 Kfb to end of round. [12 sts] needle. Rep from * 4 times more, pulling yarn
Yarn A Red Round 2 Knit. tight across back of work each time.
Yarn B Green Round 3 *Kfb, K2; rep from * to end of Cast off.
Q DK cotton from round. [16 sts] Fold i-cord in half and fasten off yarn.
yarn stash, small Round 4 Knit.
amount of: Round 5 *Kfb, K3; rep from * to end of TO MAKE UP
Yarn C Yellow round. [20 sts] Sew up opening point. Using Yarn C, Swiss
Q A set of 4mm DPNs Round 6 Knit. darn some stitches for seeds at various points
Q Small amount of Round 7 *Kfb, K4; rep from * to end of round. around the strawberry. Sew the i-cord stem
washable toy [24 sts] to the chain.
stuffing Round 8 Knit.
Q A split ring on a Round 9 *Kfb, K5; rep from * to last st, kfb.
chain [28 sts]
Round 10 & 11 Knit. The yellow seeds are
ABBREVIATIONS Round 12 Kfb, K13, kfb, K13. [30 sts]
added afterwards, by
For a full list, see Round 13 *K4A, K1B; rep from * to end of
Swiss darning onto
round.
the knitted fabric.
page 130.
Round 14 *K1B, K2A, K1B, K1A; rep from * to
end of round.
PATTERN BY MONICA RUSSEL

Fasten off Yarn A. Change to Yarn B.

Round 15 Knit.
Round 16 *K3, k2tog; rep from * to end of
round. [24 sts]
Round 17 & 18 K2tog to end of round. [6 sts]

Stuff strawberry with toy stuffing.

Round 19 K2tog to end of round. [3 sts]

Owl kEyrinG I-corD laNyard

YOU WILL NEED LANYARD
YOU WILL NEED KEYRING
Q King Cole, Baby Cast on 32 sts using 4mm needles using Baby Q Sirdar, Country Cast on 3 sts using 5mm needles and one
Alpaca DK (100% Alpaca yarn. Style DK (40% strand each of yarns A and B held together.
alpaca, 50g/100m) Starting with a knit row, work 6 rows st st. nylon, 30% wool, *Knit 1 row, slide these 3 sts to other end of
1 ball Fawn (501) Next row Change to Mirage yarn and work in 30% acrylic, 50g/1 needle, do not turn work*.
Q King Cole, Mirage garter stitch for 14 rows. 55m), 1 ball of each: Rep from * to *, pull yarn tight across the
DK (50% wool, 50% Next row K1, *K3, k2tog; rep from * to last st, Yarn A Rustic Pink back of i-cord each time you start a new row.
acrylic, 100g/312m), K1. [26 sts] (393) Work cord until it meas 90cm or desired
1 ball Nice (873) Next row Knit. Yarn B Dusky Pink length.
Q A pair of 4mm Next row K1, *K2, k2tog; rep from * to last st, (423) Working as set, sliding sts to other end of
needles K1. [20 sts] Q A set of 5mm DPNs needle without turning work, cont as folls:
Q Small amount Next row Knit. Q A 3mm crochet Rows 1, 3 & 5 Purl.
of yellow yarn, Next row K1, *K1, k2tog; rep from * to last st, hook Rows 2, 4 & 6 Knit.
2 stick-on eyes, K1. [14 sts] Q Darning needle, Cast off.
glue, toy stuffing, Next row Knit. lanyard swivel clip
key ring chain Next row K1, *K2tog; rep from * to last st, K1. TO MAKE UP
[8 sts] TENSION Sew in loose ends. Thread i-cord through
TENSION Next row Knit. Yarn used knits as DK lanyard clip, sew ends of i-cord together.
Yarn used knits as DK Break yarn leaving a long end. Thread through to this tension: 18 sts
to this tension: 22 sts sts on needle, draw up tightly and fasten off. and 24 rows to meas FLOWERS
and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over Make a magic loop, using yarn of your choice.
10x10cm (4x4in) over TO MAKE UP st st using 5mm Round 1 (1dc, 3tr, 1dc) 5 times into the magic
st st using 4mm With the RS facing, sew the seam so it runs needles loop.
needles down the centre back, weave in all loose ends Cast off.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

and turn the right way out. ABBREVIATIONS Pull the magic loop closed and darn in ends.
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

ABBREVIATIONS Fill the knitting with some toy stuffing, and For a full list, see Attach to i-cord at the join.
For a full list, see sew the top edge closed. Sew the key ring page 130.
page 130. chain to the back of the knitting. Using the
yellow yarn and using long stitch, sew a small
V-shape for the beak. Using some strong glue,
stick the eyes in place.

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Heart card BraceLets

Love TokenS
Share your heart with gifts of tenderness cards
and jewellery that say I love you!

NecklacE Love Card

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YOU WILL NEED BRACELETS YOU WILL NEED CARD
Q DK yarn from your Cast on 3sts using 2mm needles and Q Cygnet, Wool Rich Cast on 36 sts using 2mm needles and
stash, 1 x 50g ball leaving a long tail at the start, *knit 1 row, 4Ply (75% wool, Yarn A.
in black slide these 3 sts to other end of needle; do 25% polymide, Row 1 Knit.
Q Two 2mm DPNs not turn work*. 50g/205m), 1 ball Row 2 Purl.
Mans bracelet Rep from * to *, pulling yarn tight across the of each: Repeat rows 1 and 2 seven times in total.
Q 4 x 10mm black back of i-cord each time you start a new row. Yarn A Cream Begin working from Chart.
wooden barrel Work cord until it meas 18cm for womans or (1992) Work 6 repeats of Chart.
beads with 7mm 23cm for mans. Yarn B Mixed Grey Change to Yarn A and work in this yarn to end.
hole, 3 x 20mm Cast off, leaving a long tail. (0044) Row 49 Knit.
metal beads with Q A pair of 2mm Row 50 Purl.
10mm hole, 1 x TO MAKE UP needles Repeat rows 49 and 50 three times in total.
13mm pewter Thread beads onto the bracelet, thread the Q Oval-aperture card Cast off.
toggle clasp tail yarn through the loop on the clasp and blank
Womans bracelet secure. Repeat at each end. Q Double-sided tape TO MAKE UP
Q 2 x 10mm black Darn in ends. Block swatch. When dry, use
wooden barrel MEASUREMENTS double-sided tape to stick in place.
beads with 7mm 17x12cm (6x4in)
hole, 3 x spacer
beads, 15mm ABBREVIATIONS CHART
heart pendant, For a full list, see 15
1 x 13mm pewter 14
page 130. 13
toggle clasp 12
11 Grey Mix (0044)
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

10
9
ABBREVIATIONS
8
For a full list, see 7
6
page 130. 5
4
3
Weve chosen pewter and black beads on 2
1
black yarn, but use any colour you like. 5

Love Card NecklacE

YOU WILL NEED NECKLACE
YOU WILL NEED CARD
Q DK yarn from your Cast on 36 sts using 2mm needles and Yarn A. Q DK yarn from your Cast on 3sts using 2mm needles and
stash, 1 x 50g ball Row 1 Knit. stash, 1 x 50g ball leaving a long tail at the start, *knit 1 row,
of each: Row 2 Purl. in black slide these 3 sts to other end of needle; do
Yarn A Cream Rep rows 1 and 2 seven times in total. Q Two 2mm DPNs not turn work*.
Yarn B Red Row 15 K7, work row 1 of Chart, K7. Q 2 x 10mm black Rep from * to *, pulling yarn tight across the
Q A pair of 2mm Row 16 P7, work row 2 of Chart, P7. wooden barrel back of i-cord each time you start a new row.
needles Cont working Chart as set above. beads with 7mm Work cord until it measures 45cm for cast off.
Q Rectangle-aperture Work to end using Yarn A. hole, 3 x spacer Leave a long tail.
card blank Row 38 Purl. beads, 15mm heart
Q Double-sided tape Row 39 Knit. pendant, 1 x 13mm TO MAKE UP
Row 40 Purl. pewter toggle Thread beads onto the bracelet, thread the
MEASUREMENTS Rep rows 39 and 40 seven times in total. clasp tail yarn through the loop on the clasp and
17x12cm (6x4in) Cast off. secure; repeat at each end.
ABBREVIATIONS
ABBREVIATIONS TO MAKE UP For a full list, see
This pewter clasp is simply tied on
For a full list, see Darn in ends. Block swatch. When dry, use page 130.
either end of the necklace i-cord.
page 130. double-sided tape to stick in place.

CHART
23
22
21
20
19
18
HOW TO USE OUR 17
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Start at the bottom 13
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

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right-hand corner. 10
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Read right side rows 8
7
from right to left and 6
5
wrong side rows from 4
3
left to right. A row of 2
1
squares represents a 20 15 10 5

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Knitted in soft bamboo yarn by Miriam McDonald,
this lacy dressing table set would make a wonderful gift.

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 Tip Block your fabric when youve finished knitting. This will make the most of the lacy
pattern, and ensure you get an even shape with straight edges. Use a steam iron and
hover it above the fabric be careful not too get too close or you might damage the yarn.

K LACE PATTERN Row 23 K7, yf, skpo, K3, k2tog, yf, K7.
Row 1 K1 *yf, skpo, K7, k2tog, yf, K1; rep Row 25 K8, yf, skpo, K1, k2tog, yf, K8.
from * to end. Row 27 K9, yf, sk2po, yf, K9.
ST ST DK 3MM Row 2 and all alt rows Purl. Work 4 rows st st.
LACE WEIGHT 3MM
Row 3 K1 *yf, K1, skpo, K5, k2tog, K1, yf, Next row (RS) K2, (yf, k2tog) 4 times, K1,
K1; rep from * to end. (k2tog, yf) 4 times, K2.
Row 5 K1 *yf, K2, skpo, K3, k2tog, K2, yf, Next row Purl.
YOU WILL NEED K1; rep from * to end. Work 4 rows st st.
Q Sirdar, Snuggly Baby Bamboo Row 7 K1 *yf, K3, skpo, K1, k2tog, K3, yf, Cast off.
DK (80% bamboo, 20% wool, K1; rep from * to end.
50g/95m), 2 balls Candy (114) Row 9 K1, *yf, K4, sk2po, K4, yf, K1; rep TO MAKE UP
Q A pair of 3mm needles from * to end. Sew both sides of sachet together. Make
Q A set of 3mm DPNs Row 11 K1 * K3, k2tog, yf, K1, yf, skpo, small bag to fit inside knitted piece and fill
Q Fabric for lining K4; rep from * to end. with lavender, pot-pourri or other scented
Q Velvet ribbon Row 13 K1 * K2, k2tog, (K1, yf) twice, K1, filling, then sew closed. Put scented
Q Patterned fabric skpo, K3; rep from * to end. cushion into knitted sachet, thread ribbon
Q Wadding or lavender Row 15 K1 * K1, k2tog, K2, yf, K1, yf, K2, through holes and tie into bow.
Q Wooden coat hanger skpo, K2; rep from * to end.
For yarn stockists contact Row 17 K1 * K1, k2tog, K3, yf, K1, yf, K3, COVERED HANGER
Sirdar 01924 231682 skpo, K4; rep from * to end. Cast on 18 sts using 3mm DPNs and
www.sirdar.co.uk Row 19 Skpo * K4, yf, K1, yf, K4, sk2po; rep join into round.
from * to last 11 sts, K4, yf, K1, yf, K4, skpo. Rounds 15 Knit.
TENSION Row 20 Purl. Round 6 Purl.
Yarn used knits as DK to this Repeat these rounds until cover is 1cm
tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to NIGHTIE CASE shorter than hanger. (Unscrew handle and
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over Cast on 73 stitches using 3mm needles. fit knitting on hanger regularly to check.)
st st using 3mm needles Knit 2 rows. Knit 5 rounds. Cut yarn, draw tail through
FRONT sts, draw up tightly and fasten off.
ABBREVIATIONS Work lace pattern twice, then rows 19. Slide knitting onto hanger. Using darning
For a full list, see page 130. FOLD needle and tail of cast-on yarn, gather up
Knit 1 row (WS). cast-on stitches, draw together tightly and
BACK fasten off.
Work rows 11-20 of lace pattern, then full Carefully push hook between stitches and
lace patt twice. screw back in place in hanger.
FOLD
Knit 2 rows. DRESSING TABLE MAT
FLAP Cast on 60 sts using 3mm needles.
Work rows 19 of lace pattern once, knit 2 Knit 2 rows.
rows, then cast off knitwise. Next row (K2tog, yf) to last 2 sts, K2.
[60 sts]
TO MAKE UP Next row Knit.
Sew sides of front and back together.
Make lining to fit inside knitted case and POINTS
sew in carefully. Sew flap down at sides. *Next row Skpo, K3, skpo, yf, K1, yf, k2tog,
K3, K2tog. Turn and purl these 13 sts.
SCENTED SACHET Next row Skpo, K2, skpo, yf, K1, yf, k2tog,
SIDES (MAKE 2) K2, K2tog. Turn and purl these 11 sts.
Cast on 21 sts using 3mm needles. Next row Skpo, K1, skpo, yf, K1, yf, k2tog,
Work 6 rows st st. K1, K2tog. Turn and purl these 9 sts.
Next row Skpo, K5, k2tog, turn and purl
MOTIF SECTION these 7 sts.
Row 7 K8, k2tog, yf, K1, yf, skpo, K8. Next row Skpo, K3, k2tog, turn and purl
Row 8 and all alt rows Purl. these 5 sts.
Row 9 K7, k2tog, K1, yf, K1, yf, K1, skpo, K7. Next row Skpo, K1, k2tog, turn and purl
Row 11 K6, k2tog, K2, yf, K1, yf, K2, skpo, these 3 sts.
K6. Next row Skp2o. Fasten off.**
Row 13 K5, k2tog, K3, yf, K1, yf, K3, skpo, Repeat from * to ** 3 times more.
K5.
Row 15 K4, k2tog, K4, yf, K1, yf, K4, skpo, TO MAKE UP
K4. Block edgings by dampening and pinning
Row 17 K4, yf, skpo, K9, k2tog, yf, K4. out, slightly stretched, on a flat towel until
Choose a fabric that complements Row 19 K5, yf, skpo, K7, k2tog, yf, K5. dry. Hem fabric to same length as edgings.
your yarn for a co-ordinating look. Row 21 K6, yf, skpo, K5, k2tog, yf, K6. Stitch blocked edgings to fabric.

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Mum cUshioN

Gifts for muM

Show your appreciation with one of these delightful
knitted accessories shell feel so spoiled!

Moss StitcH framE Lacy HangeR

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YOU WILL NEED FRONT PANEL TO MAKE UP
Q King Cole, Fashion Cast on 39 sts using 5mm needles and MC. Cut yarn leaving a tail of approx 80cm, graft
Aran (70% acrylic, Row 1 (RS) Knit. the side panels onto the back panel using
30% wool, Row 2 (WS) Purl. Kitchener method, leaving 3cm gap for filling.
100g/200m) These 2 rows form st st. Fill the block with the stuffing, then continue
1 ball of each: Work in st st for 2 more rows. grafting to end to close the gap.
Yarn MC Cyclamen Next row (RS) Work Chart using the Fair Isle
(389) technique.
Yarn CC Natural (46) Work in st st for 4 more rows.
Q A pair of 5mm Cast off.
needles
Q A set of 5mm DPNs BACK PANEL
Q Toy stuffing Cast on 39 sts using 5mm needles.
Work in st st for 18 rows. CHART
TENSION Cast off. 10
9
Yarn used knits as 8
7
aran to this tension: SIDES 6
5
18 sts and 25 rows to Using DPNs, join MC at the bottom right 4
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) corner of the front panel. Pick up (pu) and 3
2
over st st using 5mm knit 13 sts along the right side of the panel, 1
needles pm, pu and knit 37 sts along the top width of 35 30 25 20 15 10 5
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

the panel, pm, pu and knit 13 sts along the Key

ABBREVIATIONS left side of the panel, pm, pu and knit 37 sts
For a full list, see along the bottom width of the front panel,
page 130. pm. Join to work in the round. [100 sts]
Round 1 Purl.
Round 2 *P1, K to 1 st before m, P1, slm,
K to m, slm; rep from * once more.
Rep round 2 four times more, then work
round 1 once.
Yarn CC
HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS
Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read
right side rows from right to left and wrong side
rows from left to right. A row of squares
represents a row of knitting.

Lacy HangeR moSs stItch Frame

YOU WILL NEED FRAME
YOU WILL NEED HANGER
Q King Cole, Big Value Cast on 192 sts using 3mm DPNs, place Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 31 sts using 4mm needles.
DK (100% acrylic, marker (pm) and join to work in the rnd. your stash in a Row 1 K1, *P1, K1; rep from * to the end of
100g/290m), 1 ball Round 1 *K2, P2; rep from * to end. green colour row. This row forms the moss stitch patt;
Gold (55) The above round forms 2x2 rib. Q A pair of 4mm work in moss stitch throughout the patt.
Q A set of 4mm DPNs Cont in 2x2 rib until the piece meas 2.5cm. needles Work in moss stitch for 4cm.
Q A set of 3mm Change to 4mm DPNs. Q A picture frame Cast on 10 sts at the beg of the next 2 rows.
DPNs Rounds 13 Knit. 6x4in (17x12cm) [51 sts]
Q Tapestry needle Round 4 *K2, P to 2 sts before m, K2, slm; rep Q Four buttons Moss stitch 3 rows.
Q Hanger from * once more. Buttonhole row Patt 3 sts, yf, k2tog, patt to
Round 5 Knit. ABBREVIATIONS end of row.
TENSION Round 6 *K2, P to 2 sts before m, K2, slm; rep For a full list, see Repeat this row once more.
Yarn used knits as DK from * once more. page 130. Work in moss st until piece meas 11.5cm.
to this tension: 22 sts Round 7 [K2, *k2tog, yo; rep from * to 2 sts Next row Patt 18 sts, cast off 15 sts, patt to
and 28 rows to meas before m, K1, slm] twice. end of row.
10x10cm (4x4in) over Round 8 *K2, P to 2 sts before m, K2, slm; rep Next row Patt to cast-off sts, cast on 15 sts,
st st using 4mm from * once more. patt to end of row.
needles Round 9 Knit. These 2 rows form the back opening for the
Round 10 *K2, P to 2 sts before m, K2, slm; frame stand.
MEASUREMENT rep from * once more. Cont in moss stitch for a further 3cm.
44cm wide x 17cm Rounds 11 & 12 Knit. Buttonhole row Patt 3 sts, yf, k2tog, patt to
high; top opening These 12 rounds form patt. end of row.
9cm wide Cont in patt but from the next round work the Repeat this row once more.
PATTERN BY KYOKO NAKAYOSHI

shaping as foll: Moss stitch 3 rows.

PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

ABBREVIATIONS Dec round *K1, ssk, patt to 3 sts before m, Cast off 10 sts at beg of next 2 rows. [31 sts]
For a full list, see k2tog, K1, slm; rep from * once more. [4 sts Work in moss stitch for 4cm.
page 130. decreased] Cast off.
Rep Dec round every round until 44 sts rem.
Change to 3mm DPNs. TO MAKE UP
Work in 2x2 rib for 2.5cm. Attach buttons to line up with the
Cast off. buttonholes. Wrap knitting round the frame,
Weave in ends and block the piece to size. slipping the stand through the hole.

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baG
Charm

HandbAg esSentialS
Keep your bag organised and beautiful! with
these accessories that use just a few scraps of yarn.

Phone cosy Coin Purse

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YOU WILL NEED CHERRY (MAKE 2) Row 7 K2tog, K last 2 sts, k2tog. [7 sts]
Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 5 sts using 3mm DPNs and Red. Rep row 7 until you have 3 sts remaining.
your stash in red Row 1 and every alt row Purl. Next row Sl1, k2tog, psso. Fasten off.
and green Row 2 Kfb into each st. [10 sts]
Q Two 3mm DPNs Row 4 *Kfb, K1; rep to end of row. [15 sts] TO MAKE UP
Q 14 x red seed beads Row 6 *Kfb, K2; rep to end of row. [20 sts] Put the stem through the loop on the clasp.
Q A keyring clasp Row 8 Knit. Fold the stem over and secure with a few sts
Row 10 (K2tog, K2); rep to end of row. with the green yarn. Sew the cherries and the
ABBREVIATIONS [15 sts] leaf in place.
For a full list, see Row 12 (K2tog, K1); rep to end of row. [10 sts]
page 130. Row 14 (K2tog) to end of row. [5 sts]
Cast off purlwise.
Sew half the beads in place (see photograph).
Sew halfway up the seam of cherry and stuff
with leftover red yarn. Sew seam closed.

STEM (MAKE 2)
Cast on 3 sts using 3mm DPNs and Green.
Row 1 (i-cord) Knit all the sts, and push the
sts to the opposite end of the needle.
Row 2 Without turning the needle, knit to
the end.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Next row Sl1, k2tog, psso. Fasten off.

LEAF
Work 3 sts i-cord as above for 2.5cm.
Row 1 Kfb, K1, kfb. [5 sts] The beads
Row 2 and every alt row Purl. add a sparkly
Row 3 K1, kfb, K1, kfb, K1. [7 sts]
highlight.
Row 5 K2, kfb, K1, kfb, K2. [9 sts]

Coin Purse Phone cosy

YOU WILL NEED PHONE COSY
YOU WILL NEED PURSE (MAKE 2)
Q Stylecraft, Life DK Cast on 46 sts using Yarn A. Q King Cole, Merino Cast on 15 sts using 4mm needles.
(75% acrylic, 25% Row 1 Knit. Blend Aran (100% Row 1 (K1, P1) 3 times, K3, (P1, K1) 3 times.
wool, 100g/ 298m), Row 2 Purl. wool, 50g/80m), Row 2 (K1, P1) 3 times, P3, (P1, K1) 3 times.
1 ball of each: Row 3 Knit. 1 ball Kingfisher Rep these 2 rows for 28cm, ending on row 2.
Yarn A Silver Grey Row 4 Purl. (771) Buttonhole row (K1, P1) 3 times, K1, yon,
(2341) Row 5 K4A *C4F; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2A. Q A pair of 4mm k2tog.
Yarn B Cranberry Row 6 P2A *P2A, P2B; rep from * to last 4 sts, needles Next row (K1, P1) 3 times, P3, (P1, K1) 3 times.
(2319) P4A. Repeat rows 1 and 2 twice more.
Q A pair of 4mm Row 7 K6A, *C4B; rep from * last 4 sts, K4A. TENSION Cast off in pattern.
needles Row 8 (WS) K6A, *K2B, K2A; rep from * to last Yarn used knits as
Q Cable needle, purse 6 sts, K6A. aran to this tension: TO MAKE UP
clasp (approx 8cm Repeat rows 5-8 three times more. 17 sts and 28 rows to With RS facing, fold over 11.5cm and join
wide), needle, thread Place markers at beginning and end of next row. meas 10x10cm (4x4in) both sides. Turn cosy right way out and
Repeat rows 1-4 of pattern set above. over st st using position first fastening button and sew it
TENSION Continue working in Yarn A only. 4mm needles to the cosy. Add second button where it
Yarn used knits as DK Next row K4 *C4F; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2. will balance the first.
to this tension: 22 sts Next row Purl. ABBREVIATIONS
and 30 rows to meas For a full list, see
10x10cm (4x4in) over CLASP SHAPING page 130.
st st with 4mm needles Row 1 K4, (K2tog, K2) 10 times, K2. [36 sts]
Row 2 Purl.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 3 (K2tog, K1) 12 times. [24 sts]
K(P)2(4,6)A(B) K or P Row 4 Purl.
req number of sts in Row 5 (K2tog) 12 times. [12 sts]
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

PATTERN BY LOUISE BUTT

Yarn A or B Row 6 Purl.

C4F & C4B Sl next 2 Cast off.
sts onto cn and hold to
back/front of work, K TO MAKE UP
next 2 sts using yarn B, Sew bottom seam, sew side seams from bottom
next K sts from cn to markers. Ease top of fabric into place and
using yarn A stitch securely to clasp frame.

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BottlE carRier

FitneSs giftS
Make exercise more fun with a keep-fit quick knit.
Keep these for yourself or give them to a friend.

Yoga
WristBandS mat StrAp
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YOU WILL NEED BASE With RS facing, rejoin the yarn and continue in
Q Any DK yarn in pink Cast on 6 sts using 4mm needles. reverse stocking stitch for 42cm.
Q A pair of 4mm Row 1 and all alt rows Purl. Cast off.
needles Row 2 Kfb into every st. [12 sts]
Row 4 (K1, kfb) to end of row. [18 sts] TO MAKE UP
ABBREVIATIONS Row 6 (K2, kfb) to end of row. [24 sts] With RS facing, sew up the seam and sew the
For a full list, see Row 8 (K3, kfb) to end of row. [30 sts] handle in place. Weave in ends.
page 130. Row 10 (K4, kfb) to end of row. [36 sts]
Row 12 (K5, kfb) to end of row. [42 sts]
Row 14 (K6, kfb) to end of row. [48 sts]
Row 16 (K7, kfb) to end of row. [54 sts]
Row 17 Purl.

SIDE
Row 1 Purl.
Row 2 Knit.
Row 3 P2, *K into the back of the st, K into the
back of the st, P2; rep from * to end of row.
Row 4 K2, *P into the back of the st, P into the
back of the st, K2; rep from * to end of row.
Row 5 P2, *K into the back of the st, K into the
back of the st, P2; rep from * to end of row.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

Row 6 K2, *P into the back of the st, P into the Slip this carrier
back of the st, K2; rep from * to end of row. between
Repeat these 6 rows 4 times more. bag straps
Next row Purl. before you
Next row Knit. fasten them
Next row Cast off 10 sts, P12, cast off to keep it
remaining sts. easily to hand.

yoGa maT straP WristBands

YOU WILL NEED BANDS (MAKE 2)
YOU WILL NEED CABLE STRAP
Q Any DK yarn in Cast on 10 sts using 5mm needles. Q Any DK yarn in lilac Cast on 38 sts using 4mm needles and
purple Row 1 (RS) P1, K8, P1. (Yarn A) and white Yarn A.
Q A pair of 5mm Row 2 K1, P8, K1. (Yarn B) Row 1 P1, *K2, P2; rep to last st, P1.
needles Row 3 P1, C4B, C4F, P1 Q A pair of 4mm Row 2 K1, *K2, P2; rep to last st, K1.
Q Two buttons, a Row 4 K1, P8, K1. needles Repeat rows 1 and 2 once more.
cable needle, 2 x Repeat these 4 rows to form the cable pattern. Change to Yarn B.
40cm lengths of When the strap meas approx 54cm, cast off, ABBREVIATIONS Row 1 K1, *yf, K2, pass yf over the 2 sts; rep
2cm elastic, a 56cm ending on a row 2. For a full list, see from * to last st, K1.
length of 2cm nylon page 130. Row 2 Purl.
webbing SHORT STRAPS (MAKE 2) **Change to Yarn A.
Cast on 6 sts using 5mm needles. Row 3 P1, *yf, K2, pass yf over the 2 sts; rep
ABBREVIATIONS Row 1 (RS) Knit. from * to last st, K1.
For a full list, see Row 2 Purl. Row 4 Purl.
page 130. Continue in st st until knitting meas 42cm. Change to Yarn B.
Cast off. Row 5 K1, *yf, K2, pass yf over the 2 sts; rep
from * to last st, K1.
TO MAKE UP Row 6 Purl. ***
For the cable strap, sew the strap to the nylon Repeat from ** to *** once more.
webbing, folding under the raw end of the Change to Yarn A.
webbing. Row 1 K1, *K2, P2; rep to last st, K1.
For the elastic straps, sew the st st length to Row 2 P1, *K2, P2; rep to last st, P1.
the elastic using a loose stitch that will stretch Repeat rows 1 and 2 once more.
with the elastic. Make into a ring, overlapping Cast off.
PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

PATTERN BY KIRSTIE MCLEOD

the knitting at one end. Sew the cable strap

to the inside of the rings and add a button to TO MAKE UP
each st st ring. Weave in all the loose ends. With RS facing,
join the edges together. For a one-colour
wristband, repeat the pattern without
changing yarn.

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StripY bobBle casE

Phone caseS
Why have just one snazzy case for your phone when you
can have three? Theyre all easily made from your stash.

Moss StitcH casE CableD casE

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YOU WILL NEED PHONE CASE
Q Sirdar, Country Style NOTE This is knitted in one piece with
DK (40% nylon, 30% stitches cast off at the bottom to form base.
wool, 30% acrylic,
50g/ 155m), 1 ball Cast on 36 sts using 3mm needles and
of each: Yarn A.
Yarn A Anthracite Rows 1 & 2 (K1, P1) 18 times.
(395) Rows 3-32 Work Chart.
Yarn B Rustic Pink Close the case
(393) BASE with a twisted
Yarn C Dusky Pink Work in Yarn A throughout. cord wrapepd
(423) Rows 1, 3, 5 & 7 Knit. around a button.
Q A pair of 3mm Rows 2, 4, 6 & 8 Purl.
needles Row 9 Cast off 20 sts, knit to end. [16 sts]
Q Darning needle Place marker. CHART
Key
Q Button Rows 10 & 12 Purl.
11 Yarn A
Row 11 Knit.
MEASUREMENTS Cast off. 9 Yarn B
13x8cm (5x3in)
7 Yarn C
TO MAKE UP
TENSION With WS facing, bring side edges together 5 P on RS; K on WS
Yarn used knits as DK: and sew up using mattress stitch from 3 Bobble
24 sts and 34 rows to cast-off edge to marker. Slip phone inside
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

1 Repeat
meas 10x10cm (4x4in) cover, bring base flap to meet cast-off edge
over bobble pattern and sew base in place. 10 5
using 3mm needles Make an 8cm cord, by twisting two strands of HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS
yarn together. Sew inside centre back of Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side
ABBREVIATIONS case, sew button on centre front. rows from right to left and wrong side rows from left to
For a full list, see right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting.
page 130.

CableD casE Moss StitcH casE

YOU WILL NEED PHONE CASE
YOU WILL NEED SIDE (MAKE 2)
Q DK yarn from your Cast on 20 sts using 3mm needles. Q Any DK yarn from Cast on 22 sts using 3mm needles.
stash Work 4 rows in garter stitch. your stash Row 1 Knit.
Q A pair of 3mm Row 1 K4, P12, K4. Q A pair of 3mm Row 2 Knit.
needles Row 2 P4, K5, P2, K5, P4. needles Continue in garter stitch for 3 more rows.
Row 3 K4, P4, RT, LT, P4, K4. Q A 3.5mm crochet
MEASUREMENTS Row 4 P4, K4, P4, K4, P4. hook, button START STITCH PATTERN
24x7cm (9x2in) Row 5 K4, P3, RT, K2, LT, P3, K4. Next row P1, (K1 tbl, P1); rep to last st, P1.
Row 6 P4, K3, P6, K3, P4. MEASUREMENTS Next row Knit.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 7 K4, P2, RT, K4, LT, P2, K4. 13x8cm (5x3in) Continue to work in this stitch pattern until
LT Left Twist: take the Row 8 P4, K2, P8, K2, P4. knitting meas 25cm from the cast-on edge.
RH needle behind the Row 9 K4, P1, RT, K6, LT, P1, K4. ABBREVIATIONS Work in garter stitch for 13 rows.
1st st on the LH Row 10 P4, K1, P10, K1, P4. For a full list, see Cast off.
needle and knit the Row 11 K4, P1, K3, RT, LT, K3, P1, K4. page 130.
2nd st, then knit the Row 12 P4, K1, P4, K2, P4, K1, P4. BUTTON LOOP
1st st, slip both sts off Row 13 K4, P1, LT, PT, P2, LT, PT, P1, K4. Count 11 sts on the cast-off edge. Rejoin
the needle Row 14 P4, K2, P2, K4, P2, K2, P4. the yarn to here and, using a 3.5mm crochet
RT Right Twist: take Row 15 K4, P2, RT, P4, LT, P2, K4. hook, make a ch of 15 sts. Fasten off the
the RH needle in front Row 16 P4, K12, P4. yarn to form a loop and secure the yarn.
of the 1st st on the LH Repeat these 16 rows four times or to fit.
needle and knit the Work 4 rows in garter stitch. TO MAKE UP
2nd st, then knit the Cast off. Weave in all loose ends. With RS facing,
1st st, slip both sts off fold piece up from bottom and join the side
the needle TO MAKE UP seams using small stitches. Turn the right
PATTERN BY DEBORA BRADLEY

For a full list, see With WS together use mattress stitch to join way out and attach the button to the front
PATTERN BY JANE BURNS

page 130. the side and bottom edges. of the cover.

Weave in all loose ends.

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Here are some handy guides to help you learn how to knit,
or refresh your memory on the techniques youll need.

CAST ON: CABLE METHOD Great for a firm edge and to add stitches within the work.

Make a slipknot. Insert right-hand Push the point of the right-hand Pull the loop out with the Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have
1 needle into the front of the stitch
from left to right. Wrap the yarn around
2 needle between the first and
second stitches. Wrap the yarn
3 right-hand needle, then slip it over
the tip of the left-hand needle.
4 the number of stitches you require.

the point and pull through, slipping the anti-clockwise around the point of the
new stitch onto the left-hand needle. right-hand needle.

CAST ON: THUMB METHOD An all-purpose cast-on for an elastic edge.

Make a slipknot with a long tail of

1 approx 2.5cm per stitch on one
needle. Holding the tail end in your left
2 Put the point of the needle through
the loop from front to back. 3 Then wind the ball end of the yarn
(the working yarn) around the
needle, going from left to right.
4 Pull the loop through the thumb
loop, then move the thumb over the
tip of the needle. Remove your thumb
hand, wrap it around your left thumb. and pull the yarn to tighten.

KNIT Follow our simple steps to make the most important stitch youll learn.

Hold the needle with the stitches on
1 it in your left hand. Keeping the yarn
in your right hand and at the back of
your work, insert the point of the
right-hand needle up into the front
loop of the first stitch, as shown.
Wind the yarn anti-clockwise
2 around the point of the right-hand
needle using your index finger. Its
important to keep the yarn in your right
hand relatively taut to maintain an even
tension as you go.
Bring the right-hand needle down
3 through the loop, making sure that
you catch the yarn you wound around
the needle. This creates the stitch. Dont
pull the free yarn too tightly, let out
some slack.
Push the point of the right needle
4 further through the stitch you
created, then gently pull the right needle
up and to your left, taking the original
loop with it. Youve now created one knit
stitch. Repeat steps 1-4 across the row.

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PURL To make purl stitches, just reverse the action of plain knit stitches.
Holding the needle with all the stitches
1 on in your left hand, and ensuring that
the yarn is at the front of your work, insert in an anti-clockwise motion, constantly
the right-hand needle from right to left
through the front loop of your first stitch.
K2TOG Knit two stitches together to decrease by one stitch, which leans to the right.
Push the point of your right-hand
1 needle through the first two stitches
on your left-hand needle, going from left
to right just as you would for a knit stitch.
SSK Slip, slip, knit to create an angled decrease that leans to the left.
1 With the yarn at the back of your
knitting, slip the first stitch on the
left- hand needle knitwise onto the
right-hand needle.
P2TOG Purl two stitches together to decrease by one stitch, which leans to the right.
Push the point of your right-hand
1 needle through the first two stitches
on your left-hand needle, going from
right to left as you would for a purl stitch.
HOW
GARMENT
TO KNIT
Wind the yarn around the tip of the
2 right-hand needle from right to left,
keeping a slight tension on the yarn.
Bring the yarn between both
2 needle points.
Repeat the action by slipping the
2 next stitch on the left-hand needle
knitwise onto the right-hand needle.
Bring the yarn anti-clockwise
2 around the needle, between the
two needles.
Now slip the right-hand needle back
3 through the stitch, ensuring that you
catch the yarn that youve already wound
around the needle. This creates a stitch
on your right-hand needle.
Pull the yarn through both stitches,
3 just as you would if you were
working a knit stitch, and drop both
from the left-hand needle.
Now push the left-hand needle
3 through the front of both the
slipped stitches.
Pull the yarn through both stitches
3 to form a stitch on the right needle,
as you would if working a purl stitch, and
drop both stitches from the left needle.
Pushing the point of the right-hand
4 needle a little further through the
stitch youve just created, pull the
original loop up and off the left-hand
needle. Thats your first purl stitch!
Repeat steps 1-4 across the row.
Knitting two stitches together
decreases your stitch count by one, and
the decrease stitch leans to the right.
This is how a series looks.
Bring the yarn round just as you
4 would for a knit stitch and knit the
two stitches together. You will now have
a single stitch on the right-hand needle,
and your two slipped ones will create a
left-leaning decrease.
Purling two stitches together decreases
your stitch count by one, and the
decrease leans to the right on the right
side of stocking stitch fabric. This is how
a series looks.
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M1 Make 1 will increase by one stitch without creating a hole.
Insert the point of the right-hand
1 needle under the loop or strand of
yarn that lies between the stitch youve
just knitted and the next one.
YO Yarn over increases by a stitch, but does create a hole.
Bring the yarn to the front before
1 you work the next stitch.
C4F Cable 4 Front: Cable four stitches to the front of your work.
Purl up to where the cable pattern
1 starts, then take the yarn to the back
of the knitting.
CAST OFF Finish off your knitting with this straightforward cast-off technique.
Start by knitting the first two stitches
1 of the row as normal, but dont go
any further along as you usually would
to knit a row.
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Take the strand on the tip of the
2 right-hand needle back over to the
left-hand needle.
Insert the needle into the next
2 stitch and take the yarn from front
to back over the right needle, then wrap
it around the needle as usual.
Slip the first 2 stitches knitwise onto
2 a cable needle. Hold these stitches
at the front of the knitting.
Insert the left-hand needle through
2 the first stitch, as shown. Lift this
stitch over the other stitch on the right-
hand needle and over the needle point.
Insert the right-hand needle into the
3 back of the stitch and work as you
would for a knit stitch.
Pick up the yarn and pull it through
3 the stitch on the needle.
Knit the next 2 stitches from the
3 left-hand needle, then slide the
stitches on the cable needle to the end
of the needle and knit them onto the
right-hand needle.
Knit the next stitch so you have two
3 on the right needle again. Repeat
from step 2, lifting the first stitch over
the second, then knit the next stitch.
Bring the stitch all the way through
4 and you will have an extra stitch on
your right-hand needle. Let the lifted-up
strand slide off the left needle.
Slip the stitch off the needle. You
4 will notice that the yarn over forms
an extra loop to the right of the stitch
you have just worked. When you purl
back across the row, it will create a hole.
Bring the yarn to the front of your
4 knitting, and pull the yarn tight to
avoid ladders along the side of the
cable. Purl the next stitch and continue
in the pattern.
When you get to the last stitch, cut
4 the yarn about 15cm (6in) away and
feed it through the loop. Pull through
firmly to fasten off.
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3-NEEDLE CAST-OFF A handy cast-off for joining two edges.

1 Hold your knitting so both pieces

have the WS facing out. Put the tip
of a third needle knitwise through the
2 Knit both stitches together,
dropping them from the needles. 3 Repeat this for the second stitch on
both needles. 4 Now cast off one of the stitches on
the third needle, just as you would
when working a regular cast off. Repeat
first stitch on both needles. from step 1 along the row.

PICK UP AND KNIT How to pick up and knit stitches along edges.

Holding the piece of knitting you are Wind your yarn around the needle and pull the new stitch through Continue to work like this along the
1 going to pick up the sts from in your
left hand, and starting at the top-right
2 to knit the first stitch 3 between the two stitches. 4 row or until you have picked up the
necessary amount of stitches. Try to
corner, insert the right-hand needle space your stitches evenly.
between the first two stitches of the row.

D o nt
Get Professional Results! r u sh t h e
Use our easy-to-follow hints and tips for the perfect finish. se w i n g !
MATTRESS STITCH
Thread your yarn onto a needle, then weave along an edge to BACKSTITCH
where you want to start. Bring it to the front between the first First, pin your two
and second stitches of this edge, then insert the needle between pieces together and
the first two stitches of the other edge. Bring it back up through secure the yarn by
the opposite piece, between the two stitches and below the making a couple of
horizontal strand you just made. Keep stitching in this way, pulling stitches over each other
the yarn tight every few stitches. at the base of the
3 seam. Now working
1 from right to left, bring
the needle up a couple
of stitches away at 1 .
2 Take the needle down
at 2 and up again at 3 .
Repeat, keeping the
stitches regular and
ensuring you put the
needle through the
middle of each knitted
stitch to avoid splitting
the yarn.

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25

NEEDLE SIZES
Abbreviations & Useful Info
24

UK METRIC US
KNITTING pwise as if to purl the stitch CROCHET (UK)
alt alternate rem remain/remaining across to the end of the row 14 2mm 0
approx approximately rep(s) repeat(s) alt alternate
23

13 2mm 1
9

beg beginning rev st st reverse stocking stitch approx approximate(ly)

CB cable back RH right hand bet between 2mm
CC contrast colour rnd(s) round(s) (on a circular bl insert hook under back 12 2mm 2
22

CF cable front needle/DPNs) loop only. Example:

CN cable needle RS right side bldc back loop 11 3mm
cont continue RT right twist double crochet 10 3mm 3
dec decrease (by working skpo slip 1 stitch, knit 1 ch(s) chain or chain
21

3mm 4
two stitches together) stitch, pass slipped stitch(es)
DK double knitting stitch over (1 stitch ch sp(s) chain space(s) 9 3mm 5
8

DPN double-pointed decreased) cl(s) clusters 8 4mm 6

20

needle sk2po slip 1 stitch, knit 2 cont continue

stitches together, pass 7 4mm 7
foll/s following/follows dc double crochet
g st garter stitch (knit every slipped stitch over (2 dc2tog work 2 dc together 6 5mm 8
row) stitches decreased) dec decrease 5 5mm 9
19

inc increase (usually knit sl slip dtr double treble crochet

into same stitch twice) slm slip marker dtr2tog work 2 dtr together 4 6mm 10
K/k knit sl st slip stitch fl insert hook under front 3 6mm 10
18

kfb knit into front and back ssk slip 2 stitches one at loop only. Example: fldc 2 7mm
7

of stitch atime, knit 2 slipped front loop

kwise as if to knit the stitch stitches together doublecrochet 1 7mm
k2tog knit the next 2 stitches (1 stitch decreased) gr group 0 8mm 11
17

together (1 stitch dec) ssp slip 2 stitches one at htr half treble crochet
atime, purl 2 slipped 00 9mm 13
k3tog knit the next 3 stitches htr2tog work 2htr together
together (2 stitches stitches together in next sts to be worked into 000 10mm 15
16

decreased) through back of the same stitch 12mm 17

LH left hand loops (1 stitch inc increase
LT left twist decreased) lp(s) loop(s) 15mm 19
6

meas measures st(s) stitch(es) nc not closed 20mm 36

15

M1 make one (increase st st stocking stitch p or pc picot 25mm 50

1stitch) tbl through the back of the rf raised front
M1L make one twisted to loop Example: rfdc raised
tog together
14

the left (increase front double crochet

1stitch) WS wrong side rb raised back HOOK SIZES
M1R make one twisted to wyib with yarn at the back Example: rbdc raised
the right (increase wyif with yarn in front back double crochet UK METRIC US
13

1stitch) ybk yarn to the back sk skip

5

M1P make one purlwise yfwd yarn forward sl st slip stitch 14 2mm B/1
(increase 1 stitch) yo yarn over sp(s) space(s) 13 2.25mm
MB make a bobble yrn yarn round needle st(s) stitch(es)
12

yon yarn over needle 12 2.5mm C/2

MC main colour t-ch(s) turning chain(s)
P/p purl * work instructions tr treble crochet 11 3mm
patt(s) pattern(s) immediately tr2tog work 2 tr together 10 3.25mm D/3
11

patt pattern repeat(s) following *, then repeat yrh yarn round hook
rep(s) as directed 9 3.5mm E/4
PB place bead 8 4mm G/6
4

pfb purl into front and back YARN WEIGHT UK/US CONVERSION
10

7 4.5mm 7
of stitch
PM place marker 4ply Fingering 6 5mm H/8
P2tog purl 2 stitches together 5 5.5mm I/9
9

(1 stitch decreased) Double knitting Double knitting 4 6mm J/10

P3tog purl 3 stitches together
(2 stitches decreased) Aran Fisherman/Worsted 3 6.5mm K/10
prev previous 2 7mm
8

psso pass slipped stitch over Chunky Bulky

0 8mm
3

p2sso pass 2 slipped stitches

over Super chunky Extra bulky 00 9mm
7

000 10mm

YARN WEIGHTS Aran Knit on 4-5mm needles. Originally created for fishermens
6

jumpers. Use when DK isnt heavy enough, and chunky is too bulky.
CHOOSE THE RIGHT YARNS TO KNIT WITH. Perfect for outdoor or warm clothing.
2
5

1, 2 & 3ply Knit on 2-3mm needles. Use for delicate lace knitting
and baby garments. Good for socks and gloves. Chunky Knit on 5-7mm needles. Associated with outdoor wear
and winter jumpers, great for oversized garments.
4

4ply Knit on 3-4mm needles. Great for baby clothes, socks and Super chunky Knit on 7-12mm needles. A great weight for
3

lightweight tops. beginners, as it produces quick results. Good for furnishings.

1
2

Double knitting (DK) Knit on 3-4mm needles. Usually double Big Knit on 9-20mm needles. Perfect for eye-catching scarves and
the weight of 4ply, this is the most widely used weight. Suitable for coats, as well as cosy cushions and throws.
most garments and quick to knit up.
1
Inch
cm

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