By Mari Chiba
From the April 2015 issue
This Big Stitch Pillow Set is the perfect home accessory for cozying up your home. Knit two plush pillows with just one bump of supersized yarn and one set of big needles. These pillows are quick and easy to knit—and can easily be done in a day of knitting. Once you’re finished with your pillows, keep reading for a step-by-step guide on seaming.
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Explore your creativity with this innovative blanket that features two patterns: a unique, textured chain-link design and a wavy texture created with pattern repeats. You’ll love how great everything looks!
View ProjectFrom the August 2014 issue
This pillow has a clean, modern design that will fit every décor. Made with an easy textured stitch – just knits and purls – that creates crisp squares with a knot in each center, this pillow features a pocket, where you can keep your TV remote, or anything else you want to keep handy.
View ProjectFrom the August 2014 issue
This is the perfect top for summer, knit in cool mercerized cotton yarn and a simple stitch pattern, combined with stylish color-blocking and fun I-cord details. This fun contoured top is a snap to stitch and to wear, but the details keep things interesting both on the needles and out on the town. Do you need a quick refresher on the basic cast-on method? Check out our video tutorial below!
View ProjectFrom the August 2014 issue
Channel your inner mermaid with this ultra-chic tank inspired by the sea. With delicately placed lace panels, you’ll love how easily this top comes together.
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This zebra print bag has a scalloped edge, is fully lined, and features a drawstring closure that doubles as a wrist strap. It is worked in a long tube and the scalloped edge is made by some cleverly placed yarn-overs and folding in the lining.
View ProjectFrom the August 2014 issue
Inspired by the beautiful costumes of The Phantom of the Opera — particularly those worn by the show’s diva, La Carlotta — this collar and wristlet set is a great and simple accessory set that’s lightweight enough for the summer.
View ProjectFrom the August 2014 issue
Bring some sunshine to your outfit with a bright and cheerful headscarf. This perfect little project, inspired by the summer sunshine, beautiful flowers and lazy days, is great for travel knitting.
View ProjectBy Melissa Harr
From the August 2014 issue
Add some dimension to your summer wardrobe with this lightweight scarf that plays with shape and color. The squares are created by binding off and casting on and a single crochet border makes weaving in ends easy. Care is also a breeze since this pattern calls for a lightweight cotton/acrylic blend that wears, washes and blocks well
View ProjectFrom the August 2014 issue
Stay cool this summer with an ice cream-themed bag. Inspired by mint chocolate chip ice cream, this mint-and-brown bag is perfect for anyone who has a sweet tooth. Felt this bag to add a fun textured element to this bag.
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