By Vikki Bird
From the August 2020 issue
Longline cardigans are the perfect casual piece to have on hand for quick trips out of the house or cozying up with a cup of coffee. This cardigan utilizes marling yarn for a nice blocked look to create the soft contrast between the cream and the black. Try colored marling yarn for a similar and vibrant effect.
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Mini purses are trending and this mod mini purse is the knitter’s version of this tiny trend. Using colorwork to create sleek and angled lines between shades of white, gray and black, this is an excellent project for beginner intarsia knitters.
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This welted cowl is knit in the round with a special two-needle welting technique that’s used to create attractive 3D elements. Small cowls like these are great for practicing new techniques. Plus, this accessory is ideal for weather in between seasons.
View ProjectBy Vikki Bird
From the August 2020 issue
Black and white checks are a style classic and these socks use a simple method involving a little bit of surface crochet or chain-stitch embroidery that requires minimal effort for maximum effect.
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This high contrast top is modern and fresh. The linen blend yarn gives the top a good drape for casual or dressed-up styles. Easily adjust for longer or shorter length with this pattern to your liking.
View ProjectFrom The Cowl Knitting Collection: 15 Patterns for Infinity Scarves and Cowls
Inspired by schools of fish in the sea, this geometric and modern cowl is an eye-catching piece. Complete with a twisted garter edge, the Kiona Cowl is an intermediate pattern for those wanting to test their skills. Be sure to check out the matching Kiona Mittens in the Mitten Collection!
View ProjectBy Helen Gipson
From the October 2016 issue
Just as a zebra’s stripes merge and divide so does the colorwork in this striking set. The brim of the hat starts with a waste yarn tubular cast on to give a stretchy edge followed by deep ribbing, which allows it to be worn either as a close-fitting beanie or as a hat with more slouch.
View ProjectFrom the October 2016 issue
Black and white patterns are timeless. Add a tweed yarn into the mix and you’ve got yourself a warm winner!
View ProjectFrom the October 2016 issue
Spice up entrelac knitting and make the squares look like a chessboard all set up for playing. The various chess pieces are worked using the intarsia technique with some stranded knitting for finer details.
View ProjectFrom The Cowl Knitting Collection: 15 Patterns for Infinity Scarves and Cowls
Cinetico (Kinetic) is a fitted cowl. With its dynamic play of black and white it is reminiscent of Opt (or Kinetic) Art. The illusion of a curved zig-zag is obtained simply changing the place where to perform the decrease in a classical chevron pattern. So much movement added with this easy trick!
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