Free Patterns

Pointed Kerchief

AmyPalmer — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:25:46 GMT

Easy women's garter stitch kerchief with a cabled band.

Designer Lisa Shroyer
Finished Size 19" circumference; to fit adult medium to large head; 8" deep from edge of band to point of triangle.
Yarn Brown Sheep Lanaloft Worsted (100% wool; 160 yd [147 m]/ 100 g): #LL33 manor gray, 1 ball.
Needles Size 9 (5.5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Cable needle (cn);
• marker (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 12 rows = 21/2" in cable patt.

Corseted Necklet

AmyPalmer — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:19:16 GMT

An easy accessory is worked with garter stitch and reversible cables. This collar laces up with your choice of ribbon and makes a fun, quick knit.

Designer Sandi Wiseheart
Finished Size 16" circumference and 5½" tall, after blocking. Circumference can be slightly adjusted with lacing.
Yarn Mission Falls 1824 Wool (100% superwash merino; 85 yd [78 m]/50 g): #19 mist, 2 balls. Yarn distributed by CNS Yarns.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Tapestry needle;
• 1 yd 5/8" wide velvet ribbon.
Gauge 20 sts and 24 rows = 4" in garter st and cable patt, after blocking.

Rittenhouse Scarf

AmyPalmer — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:15:15 GMT

A short scarf featuring reversible cables and ribbed center section. Worked in two sections out from a provisional cast-on, the scarf features two identical ends, with mirrored cables.

Designer Marilyn Murphy
Finished Size 8½" wide at cabled ends and 40" long.
Yarn Manos del Uruguay Rittenhouse Merino 5 Ply (100% merino; 241 yd [220 m]/100 g): #502 sapphire, 2 skeins. Yarn distributed by Fairmount Fibers.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Waste yarn for CO;
• cable needle (cn);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge Gauge 31 sts and 22 rows = 4" in 1×1 rib, unstretched.

Winding River Cowl

AmyPalmer — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:09:16 GMT

Intermediate cowl with reversible cables, twisted like a moebius, and joined end-to-end with a three-needle bind-off. Work this accessory in a DK cashmere/merino blend for a luxurious treat.

Designer Kathleen Cubley
Finished Size 8" wide and 25" circumference.
Yarn Karabella Boise (50% cashmere, 50% merino; 163 yd [150 m]/ 50 g): #67 slate blue, 2 balls.
Needles 8 (5 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Size H/8 (5 mm) crochet hook;
• waste yarn for CO;
• cable needle (cn);
• markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 22 sts and 27 rows = 4" in St st.

Knitting Daily Presents: 7 FREE Knitting Patterns for Men

Knitting Daily — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 20:28:45 GMT

Designer: Compilation
Published: October 7, 2009
Technique: Mixed
Skill Level: Intermediate

Knitting Daily Founding Editor, Sandi Wiseheart brings you the sixth in our series of free eBooks from Knitting Daily! We’ve covered socks, lace, gifts for babies, cardigans for women, and patterns for beginners, so it's high time that the men amongst us had their turn.

Old Way Gansey by Ann Budd, Charcoal Ribbed Cardigan by Kate Kuckro, Basketweave Scarf by Ann Budd, Rhapsody In Tweed by Kathy Zimmerman, Striped Pullover by Norah Gaughan, Nicholas’s Fingerless Gloves by Sandi Wiseheart, and Woven Bands Pullover by Hana Jason.

Skill level: Intermediate

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Snowflake Scarf

Tricia G — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:02:00 GMT

Intermediate scarf worked in the round in Fair Isle stranded colorwork. In a chunky yarn, this project is a quick knit, great for gift giving.

Designer Eunny Jang
Finished Size 8" wide and 70" long, after blocking.
Yarn Cascade Ecological Wool (100% wool; 478 yd [440 m]/250 g): #8095 black (MC), #8063 gray/brown (CC1), and #8049 dark gray (CC2), 1 skein each.
Needles Size 9 (5.5 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn) or 40" circular (cir) for magic-loop method. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 14 sts and 20 rows = 4" in colorwork patt.

Edie's Vest

Tricia G — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:55:47 GMT

Intermediate dog sweater with adjustable cinch ties, cables, and superwash yarn, all worked in one piece for seamless knitting.

Designer Annie Hartman Bakken
Finished Size 37½" chest circumference and 17½" long, with 7½" front-leg openings, unbuttoned and unstretched. Vest shown modeled on a Great Dane/Labrador Retriever mix.
Yarn Cascade 220 Superwash (100% superwash wool; 220 yd [200 m]/100 g): #853 camel, 2 balls.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm): 24–30" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Tapestry needle;
• markers;
• stitch holders;
• leather cord.
Gauge 20 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st.

Champagne Fizz Hat

Tricia G — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:49:27 GMT

An easy hat worked in the round in stockinette with crown shaping. This hat nods to high fashion with its 37 pom-poms, creating a fun and dramatic look. Customize your hat with yarns and number of pom-poms.

Designer Sharon Riggs
Finished Size 24" head circumference. Hat is very stretchy.
Yarn Universal Deluxe Chunky (100% wool; 120 yd [110 m]/100 g): #1600 ebony (MC), 1 skein. Universal Classic Chunky (75% acrylic, 25% wool; 131 yd [121 m]/100 g): #60721 dazzling blue, #60721 patrician purple, and #60639 blue, 1 skein each. Universal Classic Worsted (80% acrylic, 20% wool; 197 yd [181 m]/100 g): #638 blue, #651 white, 1 skein each. Universal Jewel (57% acrylic, 9% cotton, 28% mohair, 6% polyester/metallic; 82 yd [75 m]/ 50 g): #05 denim, 1 skein.
Needles Size 9 (5.5 mm): 16" circular (cir) and set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Crochet hook;
• small, medium, and large pom-pom makers;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 5 sts and 24 rnds = 4" in St st with MC.

Robert’s Houndstooth Vest

Tricia G — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:44:51 GMT

Men's intermediate V-neck vest with houndsooth pattern worked in two colors. Worked in one piece for seamless knitting, this vest uses simple armhole and neck shaping to create a relaxed fit.

Designer Marilyn Murphy
Finished Size 41½ (43½, 45½, 46¾, 49½)" chest circumference, buttoned.Vest shown measures 46¾".
Yarn Naturally Tussock Aran 10 ply (85% wool, 15% polyester; 175 yd [160 m])/100 g): #180 dark brown (A), 3 (3, 3, 4, 4) balls; #162 light brown (B), 2 balls. Yarn distributed by Fiber Trends.
Needles Body—size 8 (5 mm): 29" circular (cir). Armhole ribbing—size 7 (4.5 mm): 16" cir. Bands—size 7 (4.5 mm): 40" cir. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Tapestry needle;
• stitch holders;
• five ⅞" buttons.
Gauge 18 sts and 36 rows = 4" in houndstooth patt on larger needle.

Casual Flair Cardigan

Tricia G — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:50:53 GMT

Woman's intermediate cardigan with godet shaping in each piece, which creates the flared silhouette. Easy seaming, a luscious silk yarn, and seed and stockinette stitch make for a casually sophisticated jacket. Pattern includes plus sizes.

Designer Anna-Liza Armfield
Finished Size 38½ (42, 46, 50, 54)" bust circumference. Cardigan shown measures 38½".
Yarn Farmhouse Silk Blend (34% silk, 33% cotton, 33% wool; 350 yd [322 m]/114 g): teal, 5 (6, 6, 7, 7) skeins.
Needle Size 3 (3.25 mm): 24–32" circular (cir), depending on selected size. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Size F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook;
• markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 21 sts and 30 rows = 4" in St st.

Valkyrie Vest

Tricia G — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:46:29 GMT

This is a woman’s vest for the experienced knitter. Designed with a deep V-neck, cables, and lace. A-line waist shaping makes it possible to wear this vest with negative ease at the bust and positive ease at the hemline. Plus sizes included.

Designer Lisa Shroyer
Finished Size 27 (31½, 36, 40½)" bust circumference and 42 (46½, 51, 55½)" hip circumference. Vest shown measures 31½" bust, modeled with about 10½" negative ease at bust and 4½" positive ease at hip (see Notes about sizing).
Yarn Lion Brand LB Collection Organic Wool (100% wool; 185 yd [169 m]/100 g): #134 avocado, 4 (4, 5, 6) skeins.
Needles Sizes 8 (5 mm) and 9 (5.5 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• cable needle (cn);
• stitch holders;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 14 sts and 22 rows = 4" in St st on larger needle; 25 sts of charted panel = 5" wide on larger needle; 24 sts and 24 rows = 4" in shifting cables patt on larger needle.

Tweed Cardigan

Tricia G — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:29:57 GMT

Women's intermediate top-down, raglan cardigan with gathered back for waist shaping. This simple jacket is worn without buttons or closures. Worked in one piece for seamless knitting, this sweater includes plus sizes.

Designer Rebecca L. Daniels
Finished Size 36½ (41¼, 44¾, 48¾, 52¾, 56¾)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 48¾", modeled with zero ease at bust.
Yarn Plymouth Yarns Plymouth Tweed (100% wool; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g): #5320 wine, 12 (13, 14, 16, 17, 18) balls.
Needles Body—size 7 (4.5 mm): 36" or longer circular (cir). Sleeves— size 7 (4.5 mm): set of double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• waste yarn;
• tapestry needle;
• two decorative buttons.
Gauge 20 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st..

I-Won't-Hike-Without-My-Knitting Bag

Tricia G — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:53:28 GMT

Easy, crocheted bags worked in the round, perfect for take-along projects. Worked in single crochet in stripes, these bags are worked from the bottom up.

Designer Marcy Smith
Finished Size 14 (18)" circumference at upper edge, 4½ (6)" diameter across bottom; 4½ (7)" from last inc rnd to upper edge; 6¾ (10)" tall from center of shaped bottom to upper edge.
Yarn Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece (80% cotton, 20% merino; 215 yd [197 m]/100 g): #CW-850 berry (A), #CW-460 jungle green (B), and #CW-825 truffle (C), 1 skein each is enough for both bags.
Hook Size F/5 (3.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Removable marker (m);
• tapestry needle;
• 1 carabiner per bag;
• 1 cord lock per bag.
Gauge 16 sts and 19 rows = 4" in sc.

Flip Top Mittens

AmyPalmer — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:47:01 GMT

Designer Debbie Bliss
Finished size About 8" hand circumference and 9" long from CO edge to tip of hand, not including decorative loop. To fit a woman's medium.
Yarn Debbie Bliss Pure Cashmere (100% cashmere; 50 yd [46 m]/25 g): #012 royal purple (MC), 3 balls; #05 turquoise (CC), 1 ball. Yarn distributed by Knitting Fever.
Needles Sizes 7 (4.5 mm) and 8 (5 mm): straight. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• stitch holders (optional);
• removable marker or waste yarn;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 25 rows = 4" in St st on larger needles.

Knit Cardigan Patterns from KnittingDaily: 7 Free Knitting Patterns

Knitting Daily — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:15:52 GMT

Designer: Compilation
Published: August 28, 2009
Technique: Mixed
Skill Level: Intermediate

A Knitting Daily eBook edited by Sandi Wiseheart

Cardigans are the quintessential knitter’s knitting—for what knitter, beginner to experienced, has not dreamed of the perfect sweater she or he might knit one day? This is a collection of seven Perfect Cardigans, hand-picked by Sandi Wiseheart.

The Katharine Hepburn Jacket by Kathy Zimmerman combines classy 1950‘s styling with a year-round blend of lace and tiny cables. The Amber Beaded Cardigan by Michele Rose Orne offers deceptively simple lace knitting in a flattering silhouette. (The beads are optional and sewn on after the knitting is done—clever!) Then there’s the Aran Duffle Coat by Judith L. Swartz, which from its cabled hood and lovely Aran cables to its big front pockets and deep ribbed cuffs, is a joy to snuggle into on a blustery winter’s day. The Refined Aran Jacket by Pam Allen, a knitter’s favorite since it first came out, is equally at home over a skirt in the office or over jeans out shopping. In the Sienna Cardigan by Ann E. Smith, a classic V-neck cardigan shape is set off by a band of cabled lace down each front and an unusual picot-edged collar. The Side-way Ribs Cardigan by Norah Gaughan is a quick, easy knit with thick yarn and big needles. Each piece starts at the cuff and ends at the center for a fun (and fashionable!) sideways project. Finally, the Curry Cabled Cardigan by Cathy Payson shows off rivers of wide and narrow cables in graceful, flattering vertical “stripes” in a cozy classic sweater.

Skill level: Intermediate.

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