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The Buttermilk Cowl is an infinity scarf worked in the round and packed with small but mighty cables plus a generous helping of seed stitch for maximum texture and squishiness. Each row of the pattern repeat is easy to memorize, giving you a visually complex surface texture with that’s a breeze to knit.
This pattern is for you if… You are an unabashed lover of 2×2 cables, you can’t get enough of seed stitch, and the thought of combining the two leaves you breathless.
Move along if… Lots and lots of cables are not your idea of a good time.
This pattern matches the Buttermilk Toque.
Pattern Details
Size
One size, unstretched, approximately: 54”/137cm circumference, 9.5”/24cm tall
Yarn
542 yards (495 meters) / 282 grams (10oz) worsted weight yarn.
Sample knit in: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted (110 yards/101 meters per 50 grams/1.76 oz; 100% wool; 6 skeins) in colour Indigo Heather.
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Gauge
24 stitches and 34 rows = 4 inches in charted cable pattern
Needles
Size A: 1 US 6/4mm 32”/81cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size B: 1 US 7/4.5mm 32”/81cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Notions
stitch markers, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
knitting in the round, making knit and purl stitches, increasing and decreasing stitches, making cables using up to four stitches
Both charts and written instructions are included for the stitch patterns.
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The Buttermilk Toque is a bottom-up hat packed with small but mighty cables and a generous helping of seed stitch for maximum texture and squishiness. Each row of the pattern repeat is easy to memorize, giving you a visually complex surface texture that’s a breeze to knit.
This pattern is for you if… You are an unabashed lover of 2×2 cables, you can’t get enough of seed stitch, and the thought of combining the two leaves you breathless.
Move along if… Lots and lots of cables are not your idea of a good time.
Pattern Details
Size
One size, unstretched: 19.25” / 49cm circumference; 7.75” / 20cm tall
Yarn
184 yards (168 meters) / 84 grams (3oz) worsted weight yarn that shows stitch definition well. Yardage does not include amounts needed for a pom pom or folded brim, as this varies by knitter.
Sample knit in: Knit Picks Wool of the Andeas Worsted ( 110 yards/101 meters per 50 grams/1.76 oz; 100% wool; 2 skeins) in colour Indigo Heather.
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Gauge
Per 4”/10cm in cable pattern, blocked: 27 stitches / 31 rows; per pattern repeat, blocked: 2.75”/7cm wide
Needles
Size A: 1 US 6/4mm 16”/40cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size B: 1 US 7/4.5mm 16”/40cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size C: 1 set of double pointed needles the same size as Size B
Notions
stitch markers, tapestry needle for weaving in ends, optional: pom pom maker
Techniques
knitting in the round, making knit and purl stitches, increasing and decreasing stitches, making cables using up to four stitches
Both charts and written instructions are provided for the stitch patterns.
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Share your finished project on Instagram or Twitter by tagging me or using the #ButtermilkToque hashtag.
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Carmilla’s Mitts were designed with the rib vaults and arches of a cathedral interior in mind. These mitts are worked in the round from the bottom up and feature gorgeous lace cuffs that transition into the stranded-colorwork pattern.
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Pattern Details
Construction
Mitts are worked from the bottom up in the round.
Size
6 ½ (7 ¼, 8)“ hand circumference and 8 ¼ (8 ¾, 9)” long. Mitts shown measure 7 ¼“.
Yarn
Approximately 200 yards (198 meters) fingering weight yarn.
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Gauge
33 stitches / 30 rounds = 4″/10cm n colourwork pattenr
Needles
US 2/2.75mm double pointed needles, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Notions
Stitch markers, waste yarn to hold stitches, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
knitting in the round, making yarn overs, increasing stitches using m1l and m1r, knitting two stitches together, reading a colourwork chart, reading a lace chart, working with two colours in a single row
Stitch patterns are provided as charts only
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The Cedarvale Cowl is a short cowl worked in the round and featuring 2×2 cables that work up to resemble wheat sheaves or the vaulting in gothic architecture. Each row of the pattern repeat is easy to memorize, giving you a visually complex surface texture that’s straightforward to knit.
This pattern is for you if… You are an unabashed lover of mini-cables and ample negative space that sets them off.
Move along if… Lots and lots of cables are not your idea of a good time.
Pattern Details
Size
One size, unstretched, approximately: 22.5” / 57cm circumference; 8.5” / 21.5cm tall
Yarn
193 yards (177 meters) / 101 grams (3.6oz) worsted weight yarn that showcases cables well.
Sample knit with: Malabrigo Rios (210 yards/192 meters per 100 grams/3.53oz skein; 100% superwash Merino wool; 1 skein) in colour Glitter.
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Gauge
22.5 stitches and 29 rows = 4″/10cm in charted cable pattern
Needles
Size A: 1 US 6/4mm 16”/40cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size B: 1 US 7/4.5mm 16”/40cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Notions
stitch markers, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
knitting in the round, making knit and purl stitches, increasing and decreasing stitches, making cables using up to two stitches
Both charts and written instructions are included for the stitch patterns.
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Share your finished project on Instagram or Twitter by tagging me or using the #CedarvaleCowl hashtag.
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The Comfort & Joy Toque is a warm winter stranded colourwork hat with a folded brim and two rounds of bobbles for additional nubbly texture. Knit in red, white, and green, the bobbles resemble holly berries perfect for Christmas, but the hat easily adapts to be a season-long staple in other colours.
This pattern is for you if… You like short pattern repeats, straightforward colourwork with a pop of contrast colour, bobbles.
Move along if… Bobbles are not your thing, though it’s easy enough to leave them out.
Pattern Details
Size
Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large): 17.5 (19.25, 21.25, 23.25)” / 44.5 (49, 54, 59) cm circumference
Yarn
Total yardage in worsted weight yarn for Small (Medium, Large, Extra Large): 154 (170, 187, 205) yards / 140 (155, 172, 187) meters / 70 (77, 87, 93) grams / 2.6 (2.8, 3.2, 3.3) oz
Sample knit in: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted ( 110 yards/101 meters per 50 grams/1.76 oz; 100% wool; 1 skein in main colour, less than half a skein in contrast colours) in colours Cranberry, Cloud and Evergreen .
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Gauge
25 stitches and 23 rows = 4″/10cm in stranded colourwork with Size B needles
Needles
Size A: 1 US 6/4mm 16”/40cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size B: 1 US 7/4.5mm 16”/40cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size C: 1 set of double pointed needles the same size as Size B
Notions
stitch markers, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
knitting in the round, making knit and purl stitches, increasing and decreasing stitches, knitting with up to three colours per round on four rounds total, creating bobbles (links to three video tutorials are included)
Stitch pattern is offered as a chart only.
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An ideal project for beginners, the Coney Island Cowl knits up quickly in super bulky yarn using only knit and purl stitches to create an all over texture that looks more complex than it is. Thick yarn, large needles, and any easy to memorize pattern makes this a project easily completed in an afternoon.
This pattern is for you if… You’re comfortable with knits and purls but want something a little more exciting than garter or stockinette stitches, you need a quick knit for a gift or charity donation, or want something to keep your hands busy while watching Netflix.
Move along if… You want a more complex stitch pattern to keep you on your toes.
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Pattern Details
Size
Finished dimensions: height: 8.75”, width: 10.75”, circumference: 21.75”
Yarn
Approx. 87 yards (80 meters) / 140 grams (4.94 ounces) of super bulky yarn
Sample knit in: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick Stripes ( 87 yards/80 meters per 140 grams/4.94 oz; 80% acrylic, 20% wool; 1 skein) in colour Coney Island.
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Gauge
11 stitches and 16 rows = 4″/10cm in textured pattern
Needles
1 US 13/9mm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Notions
1 stitch marker, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
knitting in the round, making knit and purl stitches, binding off
Stitch patterns are written only.
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Share your finished project on Instagram or Twitter by tagging me or using the #ConeyIslandCowl hashtag.
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An overall triangle pattern gives way to a disruption of triangles-within-triangles, creating a mostly straightforward knit with the occasional variation in motif designed to keep you on your toes.
This pattern is for you if… You like subtle surprises in your overall motifs, you’re looking for an extra layer of warmth on still-chilly spring mornings, or you’d love to showcase a variegated, tonal or self-striping yarn.
Move along if… You’re looking for a stitch motif that you don’t have to pay much attention to, you prefer non-triangle shapes.
Pattern Details
Size
one size; comfortably fits a hand with a 7.5”/19cm palm circumference; finished dimensions: 8.75”/22.25cm in length
Yarn
Approx. 120 yards / 26 grams of fingering weight yarn in main colour (MC)
Approx. 70 yards / 15 grams of fingering weight yarn in contrast colour (CC)
Sample knit in: Queensland Collection Perth (437 yards/400 meters per 100 grams/3.53oz; 80% wool, 20% nylon; 1 skein) in colour Tasmanian Bay; Knit Picks Palette (231 yards/211 meters per 50 grams/1.76 oz; 100% wool; 1 skein) in colour Natural/Undyed.
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Gauge
17 stitches and 16 rows = 2″/5cm in colourwork
Needles
Size A: US 3/3.25mm double pointed needles, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size B: US 2/2.75mm double pointed needles, or one size smaller than Size A
Notions
2 stitch markers, waste yarn for holding thumb stitches, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
knitting in the round, reading a colourwork chart, tacking floats, increasing stitches using M1L or M1R, placing and knitting held stitches, binding off
Stitch patterns are charted only.
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NORDHEIMER is a bottom-up stranded colourwork hat that can be made primarily with leftovers and scraps from other projects. Worked in bright colours, it makes for a bright spot on a cold winter day.
This pattern is for you if… You like very short repeats that are easy to memorize and have a ton of yarn scraps to work through.
Move along if… Managing more than two colours is not your cup of tea.
Pattern Details
Construction
Hat is knit in the round from the bottom up.
Size
Size S (M, L, XL), unstretched: 18.75 (20, 21.25, 22.75)” / 47.5 (50.75, 54.25, 57.5) cm circumference, 8.25”/21 cm tall.
Intended negative ease: 1-3”/ 2.5-7.5 cm.
Yarn
Worsted weight yarn that showcases stranded colourwork well for S (M, L, XL): approximately 176 (189, 201, 214) yards / 161 (173, 184, 196) meters / 83 (89, 95, 101) grams / 3 (4, 4, 4) oz.
See Yardage Notes on Page 2 for details on approximate yardage per colour.
Samples knit with: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted (110 yards/101 meters per 50 grams/1.76oz skein; 100% wool).
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Gauge
Per 4”/10cm in stranded colourwork pattern: 24 stitches / 24 rows.
Needles
Size A: 1 US 7/4.5mm 16”/40cm circular needle, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size B: 1 US 5/3.75mm 16”/40cm circular needle, or two sizes smaller than Size A
1 set of US 7/4.5mm double pointed needles, or same size as Size A
Notions
1 stitch marker, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
Tubular cast-on; knitting and purling in the round; reading a colourwork chart; decreasing stitches using k2tog, ssk, and cdd; knitting with up to three colours per round, though only two rounds require three colours
Stitch patterns are provided as charts only.
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All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, but you’ll be the opposite of dull with these mitts inspired by the unforgettable decor of The Shining.
Pattern includes full colour as well as greyscale charts.
This pattern is for you if… You love a 1970s aesthetics, bold patterns, and keeping your hands warm but not too warm.
Move along if… You hate tacking floats as there are some spots with long gaps between colours, or you’re uncomfortable knitting with three colours at once (though a two-colour chart is provided).
Pattern Details
Size
one size; comfortably fits a hand with a 7.5”/19cm palm circumference; finished dimensions: 8”/20.5cm in length
Yarn
Approx. 117 yards / 25 grams of fingering weight yarn in main colour (brown)
Approx. 68 yards / 15 grams of fingering weight yarn in contrast colour 1 (orange)
Approx. 29 yards / 6 grams of fingering weight yarn in contrast colour 2 (red)
Sample knit in: Knit Picks Palette (231 yards/211 meters per 50 grams/1.76 oz; 100% wool; 1 skein of each colour used) in Sweet Potato, Bison, and Red.
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Gauge
16 stitches and 15 rows = 2 inches in colourwork
Needles
US 3/3.25mm double pointed needles, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Notions
2 stitch markers, waste yarn for holding thumb stitches, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
knitting in the round, reading a colourwork chart, knitting with three colours in one round, tacking floats, increasing stitches using M1L or M1R, placing and knitting held stitches, binding off
Stitch patterns are charted only.
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Inspired by the vivid colours of the stained-glass windows found in gothic architecture, the Rose Window Mittens are a chance to let those single skeins of variegated or speckled yarns in your stash shine on a neutral background.
This pattern is for you if… You love experimenting with colour, you’ve got some scrap yarns you’d like to mix and match, you prefer a mitten with a rounded end.
Move along if… Solid yarns are more to your taste.
Pattern Details
Size
Small/Medium (Medium/Large): 7.5 (8)” / 19 (20) cm circumference; 10.5 (11)” / 27 (28) cm long
Yarn
Approx. 161 yards (147 meters) / 31.9 grams (1.2oz) of fingering weight yarn in main colour (MC); solids are recommended.
Approx. 146 yards (133 meters) / 36.3 grams (1.3oz) of fingering weight yarn in contrast colour (CC); tonal, variegated, or speckled yarns are recommended.
Sample knit in: baa ram ewe Pip Colourwork (127 yards/116 meters per 25 grams / 0.88 oz; 100% wool; 1 skein) in colour Coal; Tanis Fiber Arts PureWash Fingering (450 yards/411 meters per 113 grams/3.99oz; 100% superwash merino wool; 1 skein) in colour Speckled Iris.
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Gauge
18 stitches and 16 rows = 2″/5cm in colourwork
Needles
Size A: US 2/2.75mm double pointed needles, or size necessary to obtain gauge
Size B: US 1/2.25mm double pointed needles, or one size smaller Size A
Notions
2 stitch markers, waste yarn for holding thumb stitches, tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Techniques
knitting in the round, reading a colourwork chart, tacking floats, increasing stitches using M1L or M1R, decreasing stitches using four different methods, picking up and knitting held stitches, grafted ends
Stitch patterns are charted only.
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