Wildflower Cardi Crochet Pattern
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The Pattern
The Design Story
Crochet lacework was something that I never thought I would do but I wanted to design something that was elegant and yet made a statement for the spring/summertime. I am happy that I took on the challenge of designing this piece as it is a beautiful addition to any spring or summer look.
The Wildflower Cardi design was finished last year and only now coming out for spring this year. The truth is, I was really scared to have this design tested because of the intricate grading that had to take place in order to offer the many sizes.
I'm happy to report that testing for this pattern was one of the smoothest tests that I've hosted. Down below, you can view the beautiful Wildflower Cardis that my wonderful testers have made.
Testers
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Yarns Used and Yardages
XL/2XL: Hobbi King Cotton- 1200 yds
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Winter Sonata Cocoon Knit Pattern
Cozy up to this snuggly blanket-like knit cocoon. The Winter Sonata Cocoon is a beginner-friendly knitting pattern (with some intermediate techniques) that uses Lion Brand's Hometown USA super bulky weight yarn. It's a garment yet feels like a big blanket! So grab your circular knitting needles and this pattern, and cozy up in front of the TV. The Winter Sonata Cocoon is the perfect pattern to knit up while watching your favorite Netflix show.
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The Pattern
The Winter Sonata Cocoon is a beginner-friendly knit pattern that includes a few intermediate techniques. The pattern is worked up in Lion Brand's Hometown USA and includes four different knit textures.
The cocoon is worked flat and then later worked in the round for the collar and the sleeves. You begin the cocoon starting with a provisional cast-on working the entire diamond motif of the back to the end of one sleeve. Later the provisional cast-on stitches are picked up and the remainder of the back and second sleeve are knitted.
The pattern is offered in 3 sizes: S/M, L/XL, and 2/3XL.
Design Story
Testers
Here are some of the beautiful Winter Sonata Cocoons my testers have made. To see more from these makers, simply click their pictures.
Yarns Used and Yardages
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Briar Rose Pullover Knit Pattern
The elegant cabled Briar Rose Pullover is an intermediate knitting pattern that uses bulky-weight Lion Brand yarn. This pullover is a fitted design and is a lovely addition to your winter knits.
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The Pattern
The Briar Rose Pullover is an intermediate knit pattern. The pullover itself is a fitted sweater with very little or no ease. Lion Brand's Color Made Easy, which is a bulky weight category 5 yarn, was used to work up this sweater. Unfortunately, Lion Brand has discontinued this yarn. At the end of this post, you can explore some of the other yarns my testers have used for knitting up the Briar Rose Pullover.
This design is knitted bottom-up and displays a beautiful knotted cable on the left and right of the front panel. Sleeves are also knitted bottom-up and are designed to be set-in sleeves. Front and back panels, as well as sleeves, are seamed together and stitches are picked up for the collar.
Final bust sizes include: 32(35, 39, 43, 47, 51, 54).
Design Story
Testers
Here are some of the beautiful Briar Rose Pullovers my testers have made. To see more from these makers, simply click their pictures.
Yarns Used and Yardages
47: Big Twist Chunky 900 yards
51: Woolove Padova 1000 yards
54: Loops and Threads Colors 929 yards
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Holly Scarf Free Knit Pattern
The Pattern
The Design Story
Materials
-25 yards of Lion Brand Go For Faux Thick & Quick
-40 yards of Lion Brand Vianna’s Choice
-9.0mm and 15.0mm knitting needles or whatever needles that will meet the gauge
-tapestry needle
Abbreviations
BO-bind off
k-knit
p-purl
sts-stitches
Gauge
Ribbing-4.5 sts and 3 rows equal 1 inch
Faux yarn-1.5 sts and 2 rows equal 1 inch
Measurements
85 inches in length
Width in faux yarn-4.5 inches
Ribbing-1.45inches
Notes
All dimensions of this scarf can be altered.
To add more or less width to the scarf, simply cast on more or less (odd number of stitches).
To adjust any of the lengths, whether the ribbing or the faux yarn, knit more for longer and less for shorter.
With 9.0mm needles, hold two strands of Vanna’s Choice and cast on 7.
Row 1: k1, *p1, k1; repeat from * to end
Row 2: p1, *k1, p1; repeat from * to the end
Rows 3-100: repeat rows 1 and 2
Switch to 15mm knitting needles and Go For Faux yarn.
Rows 101-136: knit
Switch back to 10mm knitting needles and two strands of Vianna’s Choice.
For row 137, pull tight on your yarn as to not let the gauge become loose here.
Rows 137-237: repeat rows 1 and 2
BO
Weave in all loose ends.
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