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Valentine Heart Rings - Free Pattern

Valetine Heart Ring

Here's a little quick double knit project for fun - reversible heart rings!

With just a smidgen of yarn, and a few stitches you can knock these babies out in no time, great for a little Valentine's Day exchange. A little more info on how the technique of double knitting works can be found in the beginning of this post.

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Or if your heart is feeling a little more black...
Reversible!

Finished Sizes
Small (Regular) [approx ring sizes 4 (6)]
Materials
Crochet Cotton Size 10 or something similar weight; 2 contrasting colors. Needles: US Size 0 (2mm) or smaller (samples worked on 0000). Notions: Sewing needle.
Gauge
10 sts = 1” in Double Knit Stockinette Stitch.
Abbreviations
See Yarn Standards Abbreviations.

DIRECTIONS
With both yarns held together, create a slip knot and place it on the needle. Using the working strand of each color, hold yarn in usual manner for long-tail cast on. CO 17 (20) sts (NOT including the slip knot) starting with 1 regular cast on, then one Purl or Reverse Long Tail cast-on, alternating between the two. Tutorial for the Purl Long Tail Cast-On can be found here. Slide slip knot off the needle. [Alternate CO: Braided Cast-On].

Note: At the beginning of each row, take the working strand of the 2nd color on the needle and twist it under and over the other strand. This will neatly join the edges.

Turn work, designate the first color on the needle as MC (Main Color) and second color as CC (Contrast Color).
Row 1: *With both colors held in back, k1 in MC, bring both strands to front, p1 in CC; rep from *.
Row 2: *With both colors held in back, k1 in CC, bring both strands to front, p1 in MC; rep from *.

Heart Chart

While continuing to repeat Rows 1-2, work 16 sts [8 pairs] (20 sts [10 pairs]) and then start working chart. On the chart each square represents two sts. For the RS, the st on the near side fabric, knit in the color shown, and then p the corresponding st in the color not show. For the WS do the reverse.
After completing the chart repeat Rows 1-2 once. BO row: With both colors held in back, k1 in MC, *bring both strands to front, p1 in CC, slip first st on right needle over other two sts and off the needle, bring both strands to back, k1 in MC, slip first st on right needle over other two sts and off the needle; rep from *.

FINISHING
Weave in all ends. With one strand of yarn seam together edges.
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HAVE A HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

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Mirabella Cardigan - Interweave Knits Spring 2008

My latest design is now up in the Interweave Knits Preview! Introducing the Mirabella Cardigan, which was the little look I posted here.

With this design I set out to mimic crisp lines and woven fabric details. I wanted the narrow ribbing to imitate small plackets which frame the prim button loops. Waist shaping is created with ‘princess seams’ and additional ribbing at the natural waist. The high collar is created using an easy double knit technique (I know, contain your shock).
The yarn is actually a Chunky weight so this knits up quite quickly too without looking heavy gauge.

Finished Size 33 (37, 41, 45, 49)" bust circumference. Sweater shown measures 37". Choose a size as close to your actual bust measurement as possible; garment is intended to be worn with minimal ease.

Yarn Kolláge Hope Chunky (100% cotton; 80 yd [73 m]/56 g): just peachy, 7 (9, 10, 11, 12) skeins.

Needles Size 10 (6 mm): straight. Size 8 (5 mm): straight and 24" circular (cir). Size 2 (2.75 mm): 24" circular. Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions Size J/10 (6 mm) crochet hook; markers (m); stitch holders; cable needle (cn); tapestry needle; thirteen 5⁄8" buttons.

Gauge 16 sts and 22 rows = 4" in St st on largest needle.

A few more lame mirror modeled shots on my Flickr. ;)

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Luana Aran Silk Cardigan

Meet Luana; I'm very happy to be able to finally introduce her. This is the former 'blob' I showed earlier and is my babydoll-style swing cardigan design for HipKnits.co.uk. HipKnits specializes in handpainted luxurious yarns (cashmere sock yarn!). The pattern is now available for download here with a few updated features in addition to the origianl at HipKnits !

This piece is worked in the Aran Silk which drapes so nicely and was luscious to work with. Pairing the solid and variegated colors was fun and solved a lot of pooling issues for the yoke. Often sharp changes in stitch counts can cause the color splashing to look different than the body. The solid is then used as accents in the body and sleeve hems to pull it together. There are lots of possible color combinations as well. I'm planning on making a version for me with blues and greens.

The entire piece is bound off at the armhole point, and picked up in the solid. This forms a sturdier 'hanging place' in the fabric since the silk stretches more than a type of wool.

Sizes: 32 (36, 40, 44, 48)" bust circumference.
Yarn: HipKnits Aran Silk; main color (variegated shown in Knox) 3 (4, 4, 4, 5) skeins; contrast color (solid shown in Baby) 2 (2, 2, 2, 3) skeins
Gauge: 18 sts and 22 rows = 4" in St st. in larger needle
Needles: US Size 7 & 8
Price: $5.75
Format: PDF instant download

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Aveline Slouchy Hat Pattern

Well this is a first. Never had a design not even make it to the blog (other than the sidebar) until it was finished before.

Coveting a cozy, slouchy style hat but not finding one that fit what I wanted, an idea took shape (more like took over). I had this entirely written up in the rough a couple months ago but all my actual knitting time was still devoted to deadline projects. Once I was free to start I was so eager to see it completed I knit like a fiend. Now I just want to wear it everywhere; I'm so in love with my new hat! This really was an enjoyable knit too. While I was working along I'd actually find myself thinking "This is fun!" Awwh... quick, entertaining, interesting without being too boring or too complicated, and a wearable FO- can we really ask any more from a project?

The simple eyelet Shetland lace pattern is very easy to work. I don't care for bunchy gathered style tops so the lace gradually decreases in pattern. Crown decreases in the pattern are provided as both written and charted instructions. I also included my new favorite invisible/tubular cast on in the round. With a little waste yarn and no new special techniques to learn it's the easiest I've found.

And now a glut of photos since I suck at picking.

Myspace style shot *for shame*

The instant download rundown -after payment via Paypal you will be given a link to download the pattern. This link will also be emailed to you and will expire in 120 hours. For any questions about the pattern or whole download process please shoot me an email me at- jen@pieknits.com!

Pattern preview

Pattern: Aveline Slouchy Hat
Gauge: 18 sts and 23 rows = 4" in St st.
Sizes: Adult
Needle size: US Size 8 (5mm): 16" circular and double pointed needles, US Size 5 (3.75mm): double pointed needles
Yarn: Cascade 220 (100% Wool; 220yds/201m per 100g/3.5 oz. skein) Color: #8509 Gray; 1 skein (approx. 150 yds)
Skill level: Advanced Beginner (Tubular CO, simple lace)
Price: $3.75
Format: PDF instant download pattern

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Celtic Tote now up in the IK Preview

I'm so excited to finally get to share my first Interweave Knits design - Celtic Tote!
You can view the entire Winter 2007 issue preview here. They've added all the sizing, materials and gauge information as well, a really nice feature.

How this design came together was somewhat different for me, most of the time it's an evolving process. This one however, I was just closing my eyes one day and it popped into my head. I knew I wanted to make exactly what I first envisioned. So I set to sketching out the knotwork design, then working the pencil and eraser (lots of eraser) to work out the charts. It feels like picking favorites with your children but I what can I say, I love it so much.

A few other little details, it's hard to see from the photos but the cables continue twisting up into the handles. The base is double sided and has my friend, plastic mesh canvas, slipped inside for added structure. Outlines are worked by threading a contrasting strand of yarn around and underneath the cables.

Now I can't wait to hold the actual magazine in my hot little hands!

Finished Size: 12" wide at top edge, 14" wide at bottom, 3 3/4" deep at base, and 10 1/2" tall from base to top edge (excluding strap), after felting.
Yarn: Brown Sheep Lamb’s Pride Worsted (85% wool, 15% mohair; 190 yd [174 m]/113 g): #M08 wild oak (medium brown, MC), 3 skeins; #M151 chocolate soufflé (dark brown, CC), 1 skein.
Needles: Size 9 (5.5 mm): straight and 5 double-pointed (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Cable needle (cn); markers (m); stitch holders; tapestry needle; one sheet of plastic mesh canvas for stiffening base; one 5/8" button.
Gauge: 16 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st before felting; about 18 1/2 sts and 27 1/2 rows = 4" in St st after felting (your result may vary).

Errata!
Under Back, after casting on and working 6 rows in rev St st it should read:

Next row: (RS) P7, place marker (pm), work Row 1 of Celtic Cable chart over next 21 sts (inc to 25 sts as shown on chart), pm, p8, pm, work Row 1 of Celtic Cable chart over next 21 sts (inc them to 25 sts as shown on chart), pm, p7--72 sts.

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Off-Kilter Bias Pixie Hat v.1 Pattern

Wow, finally a new pattern! Well ok, 'new' as in finally published. If we take a journey in the Way-Back Machine you'll see this version of a design concept started some time ago. I had put the project on hold over summer, planning to work out version 2.0 (a non-pointy beanie) and release them together. Even though v.2.0 is still in the works I had a complete hat and pattern lying around and now that fall has suddenly landed in my lap, decided it was time to actually do something with it. Both versions will eventually be released. Although I confess, this originally unintended version has grown on me to the point (haha, get it?) that it's my favorite.

Off-Kilter v.1 is worked flat on a bias and then seamed allowing the diagonal ribbing to keep all its normal 'elastic' properties. The yarn's (Di.Ve' Teseo) long striping color repeats create a cool alternating diagonal effect as well. After popular request, this hat is also offered in a child size which in my humble opinion I think would look freaking adorable, heh.

The instant download rundown -after payment via Paypal you will be given a link to download the pattern. This link will also be emailed to you and will expire in 120 hours. For any questions about the pattern or whole download process please shoot me an email me at- jen@pieknits.com!

Pattern preview

Pattern: Off-Kilter Bias Pixie Hat v.1
A funky pointed hat, Off-Kilter v.1 is worked flat on a bias and then seamed.
Gauge: 24 sts and 21 rows = 4" in St st.
Sizes: Child (Adult)
Needle size: US size 10/6 mm
Yarn: Di.Ve' Teseo by Cascade Yarns (53% Wool / 47% Micro Fiber; 98yds/90m per 50g/1.75 oz. skein) Color: #39360 Grape Leaves; 1(1 or 2, see Note) skein(s)
[Note: for adult size if you would like to keep your swatch you may need 2 balls]
Skill level: Beginner (Inc/dec in pattern)
Price: $3.75
Format: PDF instant download

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In print!

Squeee! Ok, I can't help it- I just got my copy of the new Knitter's Magazine Spring 2007 issue that has my pattern in it.

Introducing Liquid Silver
This was pretty much my month of December. It is so exciting to see this pattern finally out; it was one of my very first designs. Originally sketched out some time ago, the details came together after a long incubation period. And little details it has! It looks simple, and it is, but I think it has enough interesting bits to keep it engaging.

Liquid Silver - copyright XRX

The underarm increases are done entirely with short rows rather then large chunks of stitches cast on in stair steps. All the required stitches are cast on at once then the short rows "activate" the needed amount for each row. This makes for a smooth curve and far easier seaming. My favorite is the cuff treatment though.

Cuff detail - copyright XRX

I-cord casings are made using, can you guess? double knit! ('I love double knit' should be my catch phrase.) It just worked out perfectly, this way you can simply join the front back with an easy 3 needle bind-off. Again, painless seaming- my fav. Of course the I-cord closures at the top take care of the usual somewhat unsightly top seam of a dolman style construction. Plus I think everyone can show a little collarbone and look sexy. :)

It also made the contents page, not the cover of course, but the 2nd thing you see which I have to say I thought was pretty cool, heh. My "working title" for this design was Concatenate, which amused my programming geeky side. (Mr. Pieknits informed me it was 'too geeky', pshaw) I think Liquid Silver is a great choice though.

You can see the entire Spring Preview online at Knitter's website
http://www.knittinguniverse.com/flash/knitters/GalleryList.php?IssueNum=86

It really feels awesome to grace the same pages as such designers as Norah Gaughan, Elsebeth Lavold, Deborah Newton, and Kathy Zimmerman. I'm excited to be a part of such a great issue!

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Some knitting

A FO actually, and a kinda sorta pattern.

Scallop Choker Necklace

This little one-nighter was inspired by Judy Gibson's clever top down scalloped edging. I still have quite a bit of a ball of Classic Elite Provence left over from Scarlet that's been inspiring me to invent ways to use up, so this piece came about. Essentially I added a garter eyelet row and worked some beads and charms in the bind off then wove some ribbon through the eyelets to make a choker.
Here's the simple little pattern.

Materials
Gauge: 21 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st.
Needle size: US size 7/4.5 mm
Yarn: Classic Elite Provence (100% Mercerized Egyptian Cotton; 205yds/186m per 100g skein) Color: #2627 French Red
Other: 8 black 6/0 seed beads, 3 small charms of choice, 1/4 inch black ribbon

Directions
Pre-string beads- my order was 2 seed beads, 1 charm, 2 sb, 1 Charm, 2 sb, 1 Charm, 2 sb.

CO 54 sts.
Row 1: Knit
Row 2: K1, *k2tog, yo, k1; repeat from * ending k2
Row 3: Knit

Start chart or written directions via Judy Gibson's site. Note: I changed the double decrease in row 7 to a centered decrease in my version, which is reflected in the chart.

Bind off all stitches (I bound off in Purl), working the beads in at desired locations. On the two outer scallops I did just one black seed bead centered. For the center 3 scallops I did 1 black, 1 charm, then 1 black centered in each.
Weave in ends and block. You'll notice on Judy's site she blocked the piece straight, but I kept it in its natural curved state. Thread ribbon through eyelet row with enough extra length to tie in back.

That's it! I also got to use my new favorite "blocking boards" - puzzle piece cork board tiles. They work great!

Cork board blockers

I picked up this set of 6 or so on clearence for $5 at Hobby Lobby. The piece's all interlock together so you can make your blocking surface as small or large as you need it and it breaks apart for compact storage. Yeay!

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The Littlest Stocking

I couldn't help it, really. I needed a little breather, something different from the Deadline Knitting. I suppose "little" is the operative word here.

Cute, no? Now one for scale.

A seamless 12 stitch sock in crochet thread on 0000 needles, no wait- really I'm not completely crazy. I think if anyone admitted to enjoying working a dozen stitches on four double points everyone would back away from them slowly. What captivated my attention on this little guy is its great use of my favorite technique, Double Knit. It's knit entirely "flat", or more accurately, back and forth but produces a seamless tube. This type of technique allows for what would otherwise be an unwieldy amount of stitches in the round to be worked relatively easily. I wanted to experiment with just how small I could take it and thus this little stocking was born. (See Aubyn, new knitting content!)

Inspired by Beverly Royce's Baby Socks from "Notes on Double Knitting" these toe-up socks use short-rows for the toe and heel shaping. A thicker thread or yarn could easily be substituted for a slightly larger stocking as well. I used just what I had in the stash. The red is actually left over Classic Elite Provence from Scarlet Woman split into 1 ply.

I've written up the pattern here, so hop on over and join the crazy, er, fun!

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Stella Cloche Hat Pattern

Evoke the style of the 1920's with this felted cloche hat. Knit in the round, this piece uses short row shaping to form an asymmetrical brim. A clever variation of a double knit technique produces the contrasting welted band. Additional photos available here and here.

The instant download rundown -after payment via Paypal you will be given a link to download the pattern. This link will also be emailed to you and will expire in 48 hours. For any questions about the pattern or whole download process please feel free to email me at- jen@pieknits.com

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Pattern: Stella Cloche Felted Hat
1920's inspred hat with an asymmetrical brim and welted band.
Gauge: 12 sts and 15 rows = 4" in St st.
Size: One size (felt to desired size)
Needle size: US size 11/8 mm
Yarn: Brown Sheep Lamb's Pride Bulky (85% Wool, 15% Mohair; 125yds/114m per 113g skein Main Color(MC): M80 Blue Blood Red; 2 skeins; Contrast Color(CC): M05 Onyx; 1 skein
Skill level: Beginner or Advanced Beginner (optional short rows, double knit)
Price: $3.75
Format: PDF instant download

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To Dad

Mmmm, more pie! New pattern over at MagKnits.com

Dad's Blueberry Pie

Diner Dining

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Scarlet Woman Sleeveless Tank

The Scarlet Woman pattern, she is finished.
This bra-friendly tank top features wide straps and optional bra-stay snaps to keep those undergarment straps from peaking through. The optional short row bust darts provide a smoother fit. Deceptively simple diagonal ribbing for the empire waist add shape and detail while keeping the top portion solid enough that an undershirt is not required for actual wear. Throw on during a hot summer's day or layer over a long sleeve shirt for a fall look. Available in sizes for 32-54 inch bust. Additional photos available here.

The instant download rundown -after payment via Paypal you will be given a link to download the pattern. This link will also be emailed to you and will expire in 48 hours. For any questions about the pattern or whole download process please feel free to email me at- jen@pieknits.com

Scarlet Woman Preview

Pattern: Scarlet Woman Tank (Bra-Friendly Top)
Diagonal stitch ribbed empire waisted sleeveless top with a bra friendly square neckline.
Gauge: 21 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st.
For Bust Measurements: 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52, 54) inches
Needle size: US size 6/4 mm and US size 5/3.75 mm
Yarn: Classic Elite Provence (100% Mercerized Egyptian Cotton; 205yds/186m per 100g skein) Color: #2627 French Red; 3(3, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 6 ) skeins
[Alternate] Elann.com Sonata (100% Mercerized Cotton; 115yds/106m per 50g/1.75 oz skein) Color: #3919 Burgundy Rose; 6(6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 9, 10, 10, 10, 11) skeins
Skill level: Advanced Beginner (optional short rows, single crochet edge)
Price: $5.50
Format: PDF instant download
Errata: Here

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Free Pattern- HP BookScarf in Double Knit

As promised, the Harry Potter love...

The very generous Laura was kind enough to grant permission for me to post this variation of her brilliant Harry Potter Bookscarf. When I saw the pattern, I thought "Aha! Here would be a great place to use my new best friend Double Knit". (Yes, I do make lame exclamations in my head- moving on)
The original pattern is worked in the round with very fine yarn; while beautiful, I'm just lazier than that. With double knit it can be worked flat and still have Stockinette Stitch on both sides, no seaming and nothing more complicated than slipped and knit stitches. Made up in Red Heart Sport weight yarn it whips up even faster (and cheap too!).

Fill the void between books and movies with the pattern over here.

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New Pattern - Grape Hyacinth Lace Scarf

So what that it's 100+ degrees out? I feel I may just have to ignore the weird looks and wear this out already, I luuurve it.

Strong diagonal lines of slanting decreases and yarn overs create a striking pattern that neither gets lost in the beautiful complexity of Noro's Silk Garden nor competes with it. Drooping bell shapes appear to hang from diagonal "stems" in varying shades much like the Grape Hyacinth.
Instructions are provided in the pattern for both wider and/or longer sized versions. The sample shown is worked as the narrow version.

Yep, it's the whole instant download thing- you know how that works. After payment via Paypal you will be given a link to download the pattern. This link will also be emailed to you and will expire in 48 hours. For any questions about the pattern or whole download process please feel free to email me at- jen@pieknits.com
Just a note that my camera refuses to capture purple, which is a shame as this colorway is more beautiful shades of purple then indicated.
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Pattern: Grape Hyacinth Lace Scarf
Diagonal Spanish lace scarf in self striping Noro Silk Garden. Pattern provided in 3 sizes in written and charted instructions.
Gauge: 18 sts and 24 rows = 4" in St st.
Finished Size: 4[4, 6]" wide, 40[60, 60]" long
Needle size: US size 8/5 mm
Yarn: Noro Silk Garden (45% Silk, 45% Mohair, 10% Wool); 110yds/100m per 50g skein) Color: #037 (Purples); 1[2, 2] skein(s)
Skill level: Advanced Beginner (Lace patterning on every row, p2tog-tbl)
Price: $3.00
Format: PDF instant download

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New Pattern - Aileen Celtic Cabled Purse

After a few set backs, including my computer eating a nearly finished version of the pattern, it's finally ready. I am pleased with how this turned out and enjoyed making the cable part in particular. This structured cabled purse features an asymmetrical Celtic cable that runs horizontal instead of the more typical vertical placement. A double knit base creates a built in "pocket" for a strip of plastic mesh canvas to be inserted for reinforcement. The simple twist cable handle thickens the strap and echoes the front flap design without competing with it.

This sample was knit from a recycled wool sweater, other yarn suggestions have been provided to give the same rustic look and feel as the original.
The front cable flap is fully charted including all increases and decreases. Instructions are provided for working the open and closed cable loops as well. For a photo tutorial of these techniques refer to Jenna of Girl from Auntie's excellent instructions here.

All set up for instant download, easy peasy. After payment via Paypal you will be given a link to download the pattern. This link will also be emailed to you and will expire in 48 hours. For any questions about the pattern or whole download process please holler at me here- jen@pieknits.com

Pattern Specs
Pattern preview

Gauge: 20 sts and 26 rows = 4" in Stockinette Stitch
Needle sizes:US size 7/4.5 mm and 5/3.75 mm
Yarn Suggestions: Tahki Donegal Tweed (100% Pure New Wool; 183yds/169m per 100g skein) Color: Green #803; 2 skeins Or
Bartlett Glen Tweed (or any Bartlett 2-ply) (100% Wool; 210yds per 4 oz skein) Color: Bracken; 2 skeins Or
Debbie Bliss Aran Tweed (100% Wool; 109yds/92m per 50g skein) Color: 04; 3 skeins
Skill level: Intermediate (Reading cable charts, picking up sts, double knit fabric)
Price: $4.25
Format: PDF instant download

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Allete

Are you a Good Witch?

Or a Bad Witch? or a Sandwich? as my father likes to say

The new Summer Extremeties issue of Knitty is up! So is my new pattern Allete, knitted wings - head on over and check it out!

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Comfy

Thanks everyone for the nice comments on Emelia and to those who have already purchased it! Now onto what everyone loves, a quick and easy Free pattern!

The Earthy Mouse Pad Wrist Pillow

Pattern blurb, for I am feeling out of any more words at the moment - hey it's Friday.

I love the feel of this clean, soft organic cotton and thought it'd make a really nice pillow, and so a pillow was made. This little wrist rest helps supports your wrist when using the computer mouse while surfing blogs, er, working and therefore helps ward off the bane of all knitters- carpal tunnel. (You remember your typing teacher scolding you for not holding your wrists up right? Same idea.) So work up a little pillow rest that's both ergo and eco friendly, and with less than one skein of very reasonably priced yarn, it's awfully economically friendly too!

Pattern Linky

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New Pattern - Emelia Lace Choker

Finally, after much pattern tweaking here she is - the Emelia Lace Choker. Add a little lace flare to almost any outfit. Wear it over a high neck shirt or a more dramatic neckline. This piece is knit lengthwise and is essentially two lace edgings facing in opposite directions with a center column of enlarged eyelets between them. I really wanted to make a very complete pattern and it took a little longer but I'm pretty pleased with the results. Included are both the written out lace instructions and the charted design in scalable, easy to read format.

The upper lace is my variation of an 1890's rosebud pattern. The bottom edging calls to mind the rose's thorns and the pattern looks of little stems and leaves. Two delicate button loops worked in the bind-off row and ribbon woven through the center eyelets secure the piece in the back.

All set up for instant download, easy peasy. After payment via Paypal you will be given a link to download the pattern. This link will also be emailed to you and will expire in 48 hours. For any questions about the pattern or whole download process please holler at me here- jen@pieknits.com
More gratuitous photos here, here, and here.

Pattern Specs
Pattern preview

Gauge: Lace weight
Needle size:US size 2/2.75 mm
Yarn: Shown in Zephyr Wool-Silk (50% merino wool/50% tussah silk; 630yds per 2 ounce skein) Color: Iris; 1 skein
[Alternative: Any lace weight yarn]
Skill level: Intermediate Lace (Reading chart or written lace stitches, double decreases, binding off in pattern, small amount of patterning on every row)
Price: $3.50
Format: PDF instant download

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Introducing Topi

Well looky here - pattern #2 is up at the new Knitty! I'm so excited to have two patterns published in the same month!

After I finished this hat I asked Mr. PieKnits what should I name it. He somewhat jokingly replied Topi! Which means "hat" in Telugu, the language of Andhra Pradesh, India where he is from. Written like this in script -

So, Topi it was!

The singing in the rain pose

Some extras about the pattern, as I have a bit of a thing with exhaustive detail.
Added: Sizes given in the pattern are really just example adult sizes. Since this hat is knit from the top down you just work the top until it reaches your desired head circumference and then work the purl turning row and continue on with the sides. This can easily be made in many different types of yarn and child sizes.

To avoid the same jog that happens in color work on the purl turning row, work the "Jogless Jog" the same way you would with color. Great instructions located here.

If you have some difficulties with the Slip Knot Crochet Cast On, a similar method called the Emily Ocker's Circular Beginning is detailed in Eunny Jang's Majoring in Lace series. Both techniques produce comparable results.

For printing the pdf brim template to the correct size make sure your Page Scaling is set to 'None' in your Print settings.

If you're working the pattern in a different gauge I'd recommend cutting out the template a little large. You want it to fit snuggly and you can always trim as needed until you get the right fit.

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Skullicious

New MagKnits pattern is up up up!

Zombies Need Not Apply

My new pattern is available over at Magknits.com online knitting magazine. His and her skull Fair Isle wrist warmers. If you make some up for you and yours I'd love to see a pic!
Thanks to Kerrie for getting it up so quickly.

Feel free to contact me at whitewave1 AT gmail DOT com with any pattern blunders or troubles.

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The new Bobby Socks

Who says you're ever too old for some lacy socks- or pink?

The details
Knit in fine sport weight on size 5 needles and attached to some commercially bought socks with black elastic thread. Little black ribbon bows tied into eyelets on each side for embellishment.

Talk about a quick project, this particular lace pattern is only 7-12 stitches wide. I'm pretty pleased with the results as it's more or less precisely what I was envisioning. I have some other hot pink mercerized cotton in my stash I'm already planning to make a second pair with.

*Edit: Guide/pattern added to the side bar too, or click here

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Ropes and Ladders Cabled Scarf Pattern

This pattern I did a little backwards from the usual for me. I usually have a design idea or pattern in mind, and then go hunting for the perfect yarn. On this one however, I fell in love with the yarn then figured out something to do with it. The cabled scarf is knit in Elsebeth Lavold Chunky Al, 50% Alpaca, 50% wool in the gorgeous Moss color. The pattern includes written directions and charts for the cables, enjoy!

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New free pattern!

Knitted eatables, the newest diet craze

As promised, here is my new pattern. Piece O' Cherry Pie, because we all can use a little more knitted food.

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Inspired by my moniker, this relatively quick knit is a great way to use up the stash yarn- or that cheap acrylic we all have lying around. If anyone makes one please comment and let me know! I'd love to see pics and I'll post them if you send them to me.

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