By Diane Zangl
Coordinating lace patterns combine in a cardigan that will go anywhere, from the workplace to a casual weekend get together. The body is made up of openwork and narrow panels, while the lower border and sleeves feature twisted stitches and openwork. You’ll feel just peachy wearing this trendy cardigan!
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Social knitters and beginners alike will rejoice at the simplicity of the Piper Shawl. Stripes are a fun way to keep the stitches flowing without having to stop every few stitches to check one’s place in a pattern repeat but still have a bit of visual interest to keep it fun. Shown here with the Classic Shades Hat, if you’re interested in crochet!
View ProjectBy Diane Zangl
Grayson is a quick-to-work project that’s deeply textured and features an easily mastered pattern of only 2 rounds. Its stretchiness lends itself to a variety of wearing options, and will easily fit a wide range of sizes.
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If you are a beginning knitter but are intimidated by the idea of trying new patterns and techniques, stop and relax, this is the perfect pattern to get you started. It’s really straight forward, doesn’t need a lot of yarn or different notions and you’ll probably finish it in less than a week. Finishing something gives such a sense of accomplishment and it’s good to have that at the start of your knitting journey.
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If lace is on your bucket list Lara is the pattern that will help you conquer a lace shawl! All of the stitches used are fairly basic and the yarn is nice and thick which allows you to see your stitches easily, and the pattern builds on the previous row in a logical way so you can see where you are. Plus the pattern is very repetitive which means you’ll have it memorized in no time.
View ProjectBy Cheryl Chow
Corey will challenge your color knowledge. Practice combining unusual color combinations or go with a tried and true selection. With a short pattern repeat, this colorwork pattern could be used on a hat or a pair of mitts to go with the scarf.
View ProjectBy Heidi Nick
With simple cables, garter stitch, lace and a Fleegle heel, this design is easy, fun and doesn’t require picking up stitches to make its attractive heel! Don’t miss the classic original (the Adirondack Mountain Socks) from the December 2016 issue.
View ProjectFrom Cozy in Color: A Vibrant Collection of Knitting Patterns
This cowl, perfect for the cold Midwestern weather, is covered with fun, colorful non-traditional fair isle designs, such as checkerboards, diamonds and chevron stripes. Based off of the classic Southwestern Splendor Colorwork Cowl, this project is worked in the round with deep, ribbed borders in a 2×2 rib. It can easily be made longer by casting on more stitches and the changing patterns and colors give the knitter enough of a challenge to keep it interesting.
View ProjectFrom the December 2019 issue
Originally published as the Willow River Hat and Willow River Cowl, the two finally come together in a matching set that’s perfect for the joyful season ahead. Bright white buttons complete the festive look. This set is made for an adult, but roll up the brim a bit and it looks great on little ones too.
View ProjectFrom the December 2019 issue
Vinter, Norwegain for winter, is the most wonderful time of the year. You loved the original Norwegian Snowflake Stocking so much, we gave it an update — now in green! Try your hand at this stocking for a taste of traditional Norwegian motifs. Knit from the top down, with traditional Norwegian “lice” stitches, this timeless stocking will look perfect above the fireplace.
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