From the February 2017 issue
The blanket is comprised of four rectangles, each bisected into a black and a white triangle, created by a simple intarsia technique. Using increases and decreases along the diagonal, you get a nice smooth line at the color change. The blanket is worked in two pieces for ease of handling, and these are sewn together at the end. It’s knit in a cozy bulky weight yarn for the maximum in warmth.
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These sporty legwarmers are great for running in frigid weather and for warming up after your run. They feature easy knit and purl textured stitches and a pop of color at the edges. They are worked in the round with an edging that incorporates ribbing and smoothly transitions into the pattern on the body of the piece. Knit in a cozy worsted weight for the maximum in warmth.
View ProjectBy Jo Harris
From the February 2017 issue
What we today call the coffee break originated in Stoughton, WI in the late 19th century with the wives of Norwegian immigrants. The stripes (or color breaks) of this scarf represent the breaks from work normally associated with the term coffee break. And the unevenness of the stripes represents the difference in the way coffee breaks are taken from company to company and office to office. Unroasted coffee beans are green in color, which was the inspiration for the yarn chosen for some of the stripes. Who knew knitting could teach us so many fun facts?
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This roomy tote features a textured stitch, purchased handles and a press lock closure. It’s the handbag that should accompany you to your favorite coffee shop on a chilly Saturday morning.
View ProjectBy Lori Kaake
From the December 2016 issue
Bluebird Sweater is a top-down, girl’s pullover sweater with an A-line and split collar detail. The bee stitch collar creates a wide, stretchy neckline. Bluebird was inspired by the oversized sweaters worn by stylish mid-century girls, especially when paired with narrow, cropped pants and ballet flats. This sweater can easily be modified with three-quarter sleeves or to dress length.
View ProjectBy Helen Gipson
From the December 2016 issue
This scarf was inspired by the simple beauty of the movement of the lights in the sky caused by the random collisions of particles from the sun with the earth’s atmosphere. Throws of a die were used to recreate this random effect in the design of this scarf.
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When looking at the northern lights it appears that they are moving in many different directions. The lace pattern in this shawl was created to mimic that effect, creating many different lines for the eye to follow. This triangular shawl is knit from the top using a simple pattern and stitch markers.
View ProjectBy Anett Kiefer
This cozy shawl is inspired by slowly falling snowflakes, which are created with purl stitches. The shawl is framed by a border of moss stitches. Fringes attached to both ends complete the shawl.
View ProjectFrom the December 2016 issue
Knit from the bottom up, this pullover is a keeper. With a color similar to a warm chai latte, it’s the cozy sweater you need to knit this winter. The sleeves allow movement and airflow so you won’t be overly warm indoors.
View ProjectFrom The New Vintage Knitting Collection: Patterns Inspired by Nostalgic Designs
Every woman wants a dress that fits and flatters to perfection. By pairing a vintage silhouette with a seeded rib stitch, the Vintage Ribbed Dress can achieve the fit that every woman is after. It’s perfect for date night or an office party, but comfortable enough to wear at home. The dress is fitted through the bust, waist and hips. It features a slight bell sleeve that stops at the elbow. The dress also features a pencil skirt with a vent in the back for ease of movement.
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