Knitting Daily

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.

Fingerless Mitts

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:13:42 GMT

Womens' intermediate fingerless mittens. An elegant cable panel runs up the backs of the arms and hands.

Designer Deborah Newton
Finished Size About 8" hand circumference and 10" long.
Yarn Filatura di Crosa Aiko (80% cashmere, 20% polyamide; 63 yd [57 m]/25 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #40 fuchsia, 3 balls. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Hand—size 9 (5.5 mm): straight. Thumb—size 8 (5 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• cable needle (cn);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 24 rows = 4" in k2, p2 rib on larger needles.

Knit Cuffs with a Cable Twist

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:11:26 GMT

Intermediate fingerless mittens with an all over cable rib pattern. A crocheted edging adds flair.

Designer Deborah Pulliam
Finished Size (unstretched): 5¾" long and 6" in circumference.
Yarn Dale of Norway Baby Ull (100% superwash wool, 191 yd [175 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #2016 yellow, 1 ball.
Needles Size 3 (3.25 mm).
Notions
• Cable needle (cn);
• size B/2 crochet hook.
Gauge About 9½ sts = 1" in cable patt.

Layered Turkish Gloves

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:09:18 GMT

Womens' experienced gloves with a Turkish-inspired glove overlay.

Designer Mari Lynn Patrick
Finished Size 7 (7¾)" hand circumference; to fit a woman’s medium (large) hand. Gloves shown measure 7¾".
Yarn Alchemy Yarns Monarch (70% cashmere, 30% silk; 156 yds [143 m]/40 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine). #23E good earth (gray-green), #110M amber (gold), #58M Joshua tree (orange), #56E evergreen (dark green), #52E two rock (light brown), #09M pewter (silver), one ball each.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): straight and set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 32 sts and 44 rnds = 4" in St st.

Je Suis Jolie Mitts

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:08:01 GMT

womens' intermediate fingerless mittens with a knit flower embellishment.

Designer Clara Parkes
Finished Size 7" hand circumference and 9" long.
Yarn Tahki Stacy Charles Jolie (70% angora, 30% wool; 108 yd [99 m]/25 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #5016 pale green, 1 skein.
Needles Size 6 ( mm): set of 5 double-pointed needles. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Stitch markers (m);
• tapestry needle;
• stitch holder;
• 2 beads (optional).
Gauge 25 sts and 32 rows = 4" in rib patt in the rnd.

The Point About Cuffs

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:06:59 GMT

Easy lace cuffs that drape over the hand like fingerless mittens.

Designer Vicki Square
Finished Size About 6" wrist circumference and 8" long. Ribbing at wrist will stretch to about 8" circumference.
Yarn Filatura di Crosa Baby Kid Extra (80% mohair kid, 20% nylon; 268 yd [245 m]/25 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #310 off white, 1 ball. Yarn distributed by Tahki Stacy Charles.
Needles Size 6 (4 mm): set of 4 or 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Tapestry needle.
Gauge 24 sts and 19 rnds = 4" in lace patt worked in the rnd.

Keep Them Warm Wristlets

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:05:26 GMT

Easy fingerless mitts to keep your wrists warm. With a simple picot bind-off.

Designer Susan Strawn
Finished Size About 10½" long and 4" in circumference, relaxed; will stretch to fit 8" circumference hand.
Yarn Knit Picks Gloss Sock Yarn (70% merino wool, 30% silk yarn; 220 yd [201 m]/ 50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #23872 woodland sage, 1 skein. Yarn distributed by Crafts Americana.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Tapestry needle.
Gauge 26 sts and 25 rnds = 2" in k2, p2 rib, relaxed.

Alpaca Gloves

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:03:56 GMT

Womens' intermediate gloves knit in the round. A fun, soft yarn on the cuff adds interest.

Designer Leslie Scanlon
Finished Size 6½ (7, 8)" hand circumference. To fit a woman’s small (medium, large) hand.
Yarn Classic Elite Inca Alpaca (100% alpaca; 109 yd [100 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #1163 morning glory (pink; MC), 2 skeins. Classic Elite Romance (100% cashmere; 125 yd [114 m]/50 g): #10831 coral (CC), 1 ball.
Needles Hand and fingers—size 3 (3.25 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Cuff—size 6 (4 mm): set of 4 dpn. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• stitch holders or waste yarn;
&Bull; tapestry needle.
Gauge 12½ sts and 16 rnds = 2" in St st worked in the rnd on smaller needles.

Mosaic Mitts

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:58:18 GMT

Womens' intermediate fingerless mitts knit in a mosaic pattern with different colors of yarn.

Designer Sandy Cushman
Finished Size About 8" hand circumference and 10" long. To fit an adult.
Yarn Plymouth Galway Worsted (100% wool; 230 yd [210 m]/100 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #127 sage (A), #178 teal (B), and #117 fuchsia (C), 1 ball each. Also shown in #173 red (A), #92 purple (B) and #117 fuchsia (C).
Needles Size 4 (3.5 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• tapestry needles;
• small amount of waste yarn.
Gauge 24 sts and 32 rows = 4" in slipstitch patt, worked in the rnd.

Cornflower Mitts

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:56:28 GMT

Intermediate fingerless mitts with simple cable repeats on the backs of the hands.

Designer Deborah Newton
Finished Size 8" hand circumference and 8" long.
Yarn Jade Sapphire Mongolian Cashmere 6-ply (100% Cashmere, 150 yd [137 m]/55 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #014 hydrangea.
Needles Size 8 (5 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Cable needle (cn);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 24 sts and 28 rnds = 4" in rib patt worked in the rnd.

Subway Mittens

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:54:19 GMT

Intermediate mittens with a simple pocket on the back of the hand to store a subway pass or other small items. Knit in the round.

Designer Colleen Meagher
Finished Size 8" hand circumference and 10½" long from cuff CO to tip of fingers. To fit a woman’s medium to large hand.
Yarn Cascade 220 (100% wool; 220 yd [201 m]/100 g; Worsted #4 Medium): #4008 maroon, 1 skein.
Needles Sizes 5 (3.5 mm) and 7 (4.5 mm): double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• one ¾" button;
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st in the rnd on larger needles.

Wishbone Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:52:40 GMT

Womens' intermediate socks with classic wishbone lace pattern.

Designer Nancy Bush
Finished Size Leg, 8" to top of heel flap; foot, 8¾" from back of heel to tip of toe, 7¾" in circumference; woman’s medium.
Yarn Louet Gems Fingering Weight (100% merino wool yarn; 185 yards [169 m]/50 g skein; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #50 Sage, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 1 (2.25 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 stitches and 24 rounds = 2" in St st.

Bells & Whistles Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:51:35 GMT

Womens' intermediate sock pattern with a cheveron lace pattern on the leg.

Designer Mona Schmidt
Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 9" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit a woman’s U.S. shoe size 9.
Yarn Reynolds Whiskey (100% wool; 195 yd [178 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #98 lavender, 2 balls. Yarn distributed by JCA.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Markers (m);
• cable needle (cn);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 16 sts and 22 rnds = 2" in St st worked in the rnd.

Traveler's Stockings

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:50:26 GMT

Womens' intermediate socks with intricate cable pattern on upper leg.

Designer Nancy Bush
Finished Size Foot measurement: 7½" around and 9" (23 cm) long. To fit average woman’s foot.
Yarn Koigu Premium Merino (100% wool; 176 yd [161 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #2340 sage green, 3 skeins. (Also shown in #2171 denim blue and #2128 dark lavender.)
Needles Size 0 (2 mm): set of 5 double- pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Marker (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 18 sts and 28 rnds = 2" in St st worked in the round.

Annetrelac Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:49:18 GMT

Womens' intermediate socks with an entrelac leg. Variegated yarn adds interest.

Designer Sandy Beadle
Finished Size 7¼" foot circumference and 9½" from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit a woman’s U.S. shoe size 9.
Yarn Schaefer Anne (60% superwash merino, 25% mohair, 15% nylon; 560 yd [512 m]/113 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine): red/blue/green variegated, 1 skein.
Needles Size 1 (2.25 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Marker (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 25 rows = 2" in St st.

A Holiday Stocking

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:47:44 GMT

A cheerful intermediate holiday stocking in a traditional Estonian pattern.

Designer Nancy Bush
Finished Size About 12" around top opening and 12" from top of leg to bottom of heel
Yarn Dale of Norway Heilo (100% wool, 109 yd [100 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): #4137 red, #0017 natural, #7562 green.
Needles Sizes 3 (3.25 mm) and 2 (2.75 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Gauge 12 sts and 14 rnds = 2" in circular, patterned stockinette stitch on larger needles before blocking

Algonquin Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:45:54 GMT

Intermediate colorwork socks that can be knit for a woman or a child.

Designer Gayle Bunn
Finished Size About 7½ (9)" foot circumference and 7¾ (9¼)" foot length. To fit a child (woman).
Yarn Brown Sheep Nature Spun Sport Weight (100% wool; 184 yd [168 m]/50 g; Sportweight #2 Fine): 1 ball each of 8 colors. Child’s version shown in #N04 blue knight (navy; MC), #N80 mountain purple (A), #N30 Nordic blue (medium blue), #109 spring green, #N17 French clay (orange), #N46 red fox, #308 sunburst gold, and #200 Bordeaux (burgundy). Adult version shown in #N46 red fox (MC), #308 sunburst gold (A), #N17 French clay (orange), #200 Bordeaux (burgundy), #N30 Nordic blue (medium blue), #N80 mountain purple, #109 spring green, and #N04 blue knight (navy). Note: 1 ball of each color is sufficient to make both pairs of socks shown.
Needles Size 5 (3.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Marker (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 25 stitches and 30 rounds = 4" in St st charted patterns, worked in the round.

Bazaar Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:43:00 GMT

Intermediate socks sized to fit adult women. Intricate colorwork evokes the idea of a colorful bazaar. Knit toe-up.

Designer Priscilla Gibson-Roberts
Finished Size 7½" foot circumference, 6¼" long from cuff to top of heel, and 8¾" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit women’s U.S. shoe sizes 7 to 8.
Yarn Brown Sheep Cotton Fine (80% cotton; 20% wool; 222 yd [203 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine). See pattern for colors.
Needles Sizes 0 (2 mm) and 1 (2.25 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Waste yarn for provisional CO;
• markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 24 rows = 2" on smaller needles in striped toe/heel patt

Up-Down Spiral Sox

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:41:27 GMT

Womens' intermediate socks worked in two colors for an all-over mosaic pattern.

Designer Sandy Cushman
Finished Size 7½" foot circumference, 6¼" long from cuff to top of heel, and 8¾" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit women’s U.S. shoe sizes 7 to 8.
Yarn Brown Sheep Cotton Fine (80% cotton; 20% wool; 222 yd [203 m]/50 g; Fingering #1 Super Fine). See pattern for colors.
Needles Sizes 0 (2 mm) and 1 (2.25 mm): set of 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Waste yarn for provisional CO;
• markers (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 20 sts and 24 rows = 2" on smaller needles in striped toe/heel patt.

Infant's Fancy Silk Sock

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:27:43 GMT

Easy socks to knit for a small child. Simple lace pattern worked over the leg and foot. Nancy Bush

Finished Size 4½" foot circumference, 4¾" long from cast-on edge to top of heel flap, and 4¼" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit U.S. infants’ shoe sizes about 3 to 4.
Yarn Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Sock (75% wool, 25% nylon; 215 yd [196 m]/2 oz; Fingering #1 Super Fine): #0ns natural, 1 skein.
Needles Size 00 (1.75 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Stitch marker (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 10½ sts and 13 rnds = 1" in St st worked in the rnd, before blocking.

Citrine Socklets

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:25:01 GMT

Simple women's socks with an easy cable repeat on the sides.

Designer Marilyn Webster
Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 8¾" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit women’s U.S. shoe sizes 7 to 9.
Yarn Alchemy Sanctuary (70% merino, 30% silk; 125 yd [114 m]/50 g; DK #3 Light): #76E citrine, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 2 (2.75 mm): set of 4 double- pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Marker (m);
• cable needle (cn);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 13 sts and 19 rnds = 2" in St st in the rnd.

Cowgirl Slipper Socks

AmyPalmer — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:23:57 GMT

Womens' easy slipper socks with a delicate but simple lace repeat on the cuff.

Designer Ann Budd
Finished Size 8" foot circumference and 8¾" long from back of heel to tip of toe. To fit a woman’s size medium.
Yarn Buffalo Gold #6 (100% buffalo; 120 yd [109 m]/50 g; Worsted #4 Medium): natural brown, 2 skeins.
Needles Size 7 (4.5 mm): set of 4 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions
• Marker (m);
• tapestry needle.
Gauge 11 sts and 16 rows = 2" in St st worked in the rnd.