By Fiona Munro
From the April 2023 issue
These ankle socks are inspired by the geometric design of leaves and are worked in a beautiful Fair Isle pattern. Knit from the top down with two colors of yarn that show off the ankle ribbing, heel, and toe, the heel is worked as a flap and gusset heel and the toe is grafted as a wedge toe. The end result is a beautiful Fair Isle design that gives a subtle nod to nature.
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Enjoy a mountainscape view right in your living room with this fun intarsia project. The pillow is worked flat in two pieces, then joined together over a 14 inch pillow form. The scenic intarsia front is easy to work making it an ideal pattern for new and experienced intarsia knitters alike. Once your pillow is assembled, you’ll finish it off with an I-cord edge, to create a fashionable new addition to your lounge area.
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Knit a matching mother and daughter set of plaid check purses in bright spring colors, complete with detachable daisy clip. Wear in your hair or on your lapel, the daisy clip is a fun bonus accessory that completes the springy look of this purse set.
View ProjectFrom the February 2023 issue
Rosaleen (an Irish name meaning Little Rose) is a lightweight summer t-shirt inspired by the blossoming flowers of a rose garden. Adorned with tiny embroidered roses,create your own tiny rose garden with this intriguing design.
View ProjectBy Quayln Stark
From the February 2023 issue
This wall hanging is a fun change-of-pace project that can be knit in an evening. This pattern is knit from the top down and uses simple intarsia colorwork with minimal color changes per row. The fabric is decreased to a midpoint towards the bottom of the piece, providing the perfect foundation for its chic fringed bottom edge! A wooden dowel or large pair of knitting needles is then fastened to the top of the tapestry to provide support for hanging.
View ProjectFrom the February 2023 issue
An intricately pieced purse in the shape of a rose bloom, Rosalia is attention grabbing and whimsical. This purse is knit in a light worsted weight yarn before piecing together and the rose itself is knit piecewise for a 3D appearance. Perfect for a Valentine’s Day date night – and as a conversation starter!
View ProjectFrom the February 2023 issue
This fun design explores variations of *knit 1, purl 1* stitch patterns to create a textured hat that is very easy to customize. The pattern uses 1×1 ribbing, moss stitch and seed stitch to illustrate the different effects that are created by shifting the vertical alignment of alternating knits and purls, creating a bold sampler of textured stitch motifs. Featuring decorative Latvian braids, contrasting colors and topped with a speckled pom pom, this cozy hat will keep you stylish and warm all season long.
View ProjectBy Jane Howarth
From the February 2023 issue
Drawing inspiration from pashminas, this ever-so-slightly oversized scarf lets you add a stylish and light extra layer. It’s easy to make and so easy to wear. Worked entirely in stockinette and seed stitch, this design is great for beginners and may just tempt an experienced crocheter to give knitting a try!
View ProjectBy Debra Arch
From the February 2023 issue
Beautiful variegated hues pop up throughout the textured thick-and-thin yarn stripes featured in this bag. Spaced apart with alternating bands of solid colors, this bottom-up stitched bag features a unique tassel look and is created with a knit cast-on technique while an I-cord finishes the decorative tassels and binds off the bag’s top edge.
View ProjectBy Debra Arch
From the October 2022 issue
Penny is a cleverly constructed, sturdy organizer that keeps important items within easy reach in the middle of your tote bag. Keys can be attached to the keyring tab and the phone partition safely separates the phone from all items in the bag. Pockets on the front can hold smaller items like lip balm, mini hand sanitizer bottle, gum and other essentials. Keep track of everything you need with this handy tote organizer.
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