By Lana Jois
From the Holiday Guide issue
Audrey is a classic yet trendy cable and lace hat works up quickly to make a quick last-minute gift for the girl who is always on trend. Add a colorful pom pom and you’ll be wanting to make one for every girl on your list.
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Fleece gets her holiday vibes from her red and white striped bias scarf. A nicely textured yarn gives her a curly appearance. She is shaped with simple increases and decreases, and worked in the round in several pieces that are sewn together.
View ProjectFrom the October 2018 issue
An exercise in twists and turns, this hat is the perfect practice vehicle for knitting
cables. It is a one-skein, one-evening project that looks much more complicated
than it truly is. Knit in a stunning red, it is unisex and a great last-minute gift. Photos Copyright Gale Zucker Photography.
From the December 2020 issue
Simple, but sophisticated, this cowl can go from the morning commute to dressing up for an evening out. The stitch pattern is easy enough for an adventurous beginner, but challenging enough for a pro.
View ProjectFrom the April 2018 issue
This lamb softie does double duty: she’s a sweet and huggable friend, but when you “shear” her by removing her fleece, she becomes a tote that’s perfect for Easter egg hunts. Once the hunt is over, just tuck in her handles, slip her fleece back on and she’s all ready for cuddles.
View ProjectFrom the April 2022 issue
This very simple and chic to toss on with a simple outfit, whether you’re out running errands or out with friends for brunch. The cardigan knits up quickly and is super comfy with bulky yarn, and yet it creates a dramatic silhouette for your everyday life. Knit flat from the bottom up with a vertical herringbone stitch, the cardigan flares out from the waist for a fun peplum and expands from the waist up for a batwing effect for the sleeves.
View ProjectFrom the December 2021 issue
Try out a new technique using slipped stitches in this couch or lap-sized blanket. This piece is worked in a bulky weight washable yarn, making it easy to care for and a quick project! This woven-look throw is guaranteed to cure your winter blues.
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From the December 2017 issue
This cozy vest with draped fronts is perfect for chilly days. You’ll love the clever one-piece construction and simple reversible stitch pattern. Wear this vest in several different ways for a versatile statement piece in your wardrobe.
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This squishy, colorful cowl gives the wearer a sense of being wrapped in cozy luxury. Quick and easy, it is worked in the round with a simple Fair Isle arrow pattern. This is a great pattern to use up your leftover yarn since only 50 grams are needed for the contrasting colors.
View ProjectBy Quenna Lee
From the December 2017 issue
This textured scarf that combines slipped stitches with garter stitches to create arrows is a must knit! The length of this scarf allows it to be worn many different ways for optimal warmth.
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