By Laura Barker
From the December 2024 issue
The Cozy Celtic Circle Pillow embodies the timeless allure of Celtic knots, where intricate lines weave over and under in mesmerizing loops. Perfect for couches, arm chairs and even the guest bedroom, this cozy and sophisticated design will elevate your home’s style. Designed to showcase cables intricately worked in the round, this complex pillow blends traditional Celtic aesthetics with modern knitting techniques to a truly remarkable project.
View ProjectBy Laura Barker
From the August 2024 issue
This pillow design takes inspiration from the medallion at the center of a traditional rug. The front is crafted in the round using a disappearing loop cast on and features increasing rounds of stranded knitting. The first seven repeats of the pattern are identical, while the eighth and final repeat includes slight modifications to camouflage the round jog, starting with an additional stitch added in Round 7. The back comprises two overlapping semicircles, worked from garter tabs and secured with buttons. Upon completion, the front and back are placed together and finished with an I-cord 3-needle bind-off, resulting in a beautifully cohesive and elegant pillow.
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The design is a top down, triangular shawl knit in lace weight yarn. The inspiration for this design has been the acorn lattice stitch pattern with a beautiful raised, grid-like lattice structure. The shawl begins with the garter tab, followed by a plain garter stitch body and ends with the acorn lattice stitch pattern for the border. The stitch pattern is suitable for advanced beginner and intermediate knitters. Knit in lightweight yarn, the shawl makes for a cozy all-weather wear and is bound to become a special one in your wardrobe!
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