After a summer of Thursday blog posts sharing details about my knitwear designs, I thought this post would be useful to give an overview of ALL my designs. I’ll organise them by type, describe them, and suggest yarn options. This blog post is timed to coincide with the release of individual patterns from my latest book, Ultraviolet Knits! You can find them on LoveCrafts! The full book remains available on Ravelry.

 

List Format & Yarn Substitutions

The list is well organised, of course. Each pattern starts with a photo then the pattern name which links to an existing blog post about that design. So, if you click on the pattern name in bold, you will stay on EvinOK.com. Each pattern is briefly described with what yarns work best for the pattern to help you make substation choices. When I knit, I often stash dive first and make a pattern work for what I have, so I try to make that an approachable option for you too.

 

LoveCrafts and Ravelry

I wanted to have one place to share this information with links to the patterns on LoveCrafts and on Ravelry. But in a clearly marked safe way. Below each pattern description I provide logo links to online sales portals, LoveCrafts and Ravelry (the two at the moment). Links are clearly marked with the logo only. No text-based links to Ravelry this this post.  It looks like this. If you click on the LoveCrafts logo, it will take you to my pattern(s) on their site. If you click on the Ravelry logo, it will take you to my pattern(s) on their site.

 

 

Online Sales Portals

In terms of options to get the patterns, I’m working through my blog posts to update them with LoveCrafts links and specific labelling for any NuRav links to avoid any harm to anyone. So, for now, this post serves the purpose of putting all the link information in one place with each pattern. Each is logo-linked to my shop for purchasing via LoveCrafts and also a logo link to Ravelry (each clearly linked so no accidental clicking). So, no text links to Ravelry in this post. I’m trying to work on a Shopify option as well, but I am one person with limited resources. Honestly, it’s a bit daunting to commit to a platform with a monthly fee since I only earn an average of $8 a month from pattern sales at the moment.

Ok, now on to the master list of all the knitting patterns I’ve designed that are available to you for free or purchase.

 

Shawls

Aerglo Shawl

This slipped stitch triangle shawl with mock cable spine can be made in two sizes, both of which are knit using three full skeins and three mini skeins. Bold stripes contrast with neutrals for a vibrant effect. Knit with a background created by the two darker neutral skeins, so the UV-reactive yarn colors pop all the more — like a pink sunset against a dark creeping ceiling of stars.

Construction/Shape:  Top down triangle with bold stripes. Slipped stitches bring the colors together beautifully. The spine of the shawl is a mock cable, in keeping with the shawl’s overall appreciation of the slipped stitch.

Finished measurements: Small: Height: 55cm. Width: 128cm.  Medium: Height: 87cm. Width: 155cm

Yarns used in sample: To knit BOTH sizes, the yarns I used were 1 skein of Olann Grá SPORT (navy), 1 skein Easy Knits TINSEL SOCK (Venom),  1 skein Mothy and the Squid 4-PLY SOCK (That’s Enough Crazy – you can see the yarn here in skein form), PLUS three 20-gram mini skeins: 1 mini skein Orange/Purple Speckle, 1 mini skein Purple/Magenta, 1 mini skein Orange Speckle.

Generally, which yarns work best: 2 skeins of neutral 100g sock weight yarns, 1 skein of vibrant/wild/speckled 100g sock weight yarn, and 3 vibrant/wild/speckled 20g mini skeins. This works really well as a stash busting project, using mini skeins, scraps, and partial balls of yarn.

Notes: Modelled by Georsan. Styled by Martina Leahy. Photo by Niall Twamley.

 

Betelgeuse Shawl

A single-skein bottom-up triangle shawl is knit flat. Makes the most of a single skein of 4ply/fingering/sock, but can also be continued to create a larger shawl. Named for one of the largest stars visible to the naked eye, Betelgeuse is the ninth-brightest star in the night sky and second-brightest in the constellation of Orion. The star itself is a distinct orange-red, much like this yarn when viewed under black light.

Construction/Shape: Bottom-up triangle shawl is knit flat. Versatile style that can be knit in neutral to go with just about everything, or with a vibrant treasured skein for a statement shawl.

Finished measurements: Height: 70cm. Width: 129cm

Yarns used in sample: It was knit for the book in Qing Fibre SINGLES in Firaja. 

Generally, which yarns work best: You can use any skein of 4ply, the subtle eyelet pattern will shine with semi-solids or wild skeins, even self-striping. This works really well as a stash busting project, using mini skeins, scraps, and partial balls of yarn.

Notes: Modelled by Evin. Photo by Niall Twamley.

Cassiopeia Mini Skein Shawl

This shawl is knit on the bias with easy-to-memorize stitches, making for an approachable wrap. But you can use any number or combination you want. The stitch pattern emulates the Cassiopeia constellation after which the pattern is named with subtle W-shaped eyelets.

Construction/Shape:  Bias rectangle knit side-to-side.

Finished measurements: Using 320 grams of 4ply/fingering/sock resulted in a voluminous wrap measuring 50cm (l) x 242cm (w) after blocking.

Yarns used in sample: I used 16 20-gram mini skeins (a total of 320 grams total) from Eve Chambers Textiles, Mad Scientist Yarns, Mothy and the Squid, and My Mama Knits.

Generally, which yarns work best: Knit it with eight skeins for Hanukkah, 24 for the Advent season, seven for a one-week shawl challenge – or just use this pattern with leftover scraps of various amounts for a fun, vibrant wrap. This pattern can also be knit with 3 100g skeins in a fade or combination you love. This works really well as a stash busting project, using mini skeins, scraps, and partial balls of yarn. Any colors, any order, have some fun! I recommend using at least 240 grams sock weight yarn (or 12 30g mini skeins).

Notes: Check out our Cassiopeia KAL with me, Eve Chambers Textiles, and PythonCharms.
Modelled by Evin. Styled by Martina Leahy. Photo by Niall Twamley.

 

Elara Shawl

This top-down triangle shawl includes purl stitches, eyelets, and bobbles for a delightful combination of textures. Elara is the eighth-largest moon of Jupiter. This design reflects the moon’s shape through purl stitches, eyelets, and bobbles.

Construction/Shape:  Top-down triangle rich in texture.

Yarns used in sample: The shawl is knit with Eve Chambers Textiles SOCK in her Flamingo Moon colorway. Read my Interview with Eve Chambers Textiles, Hand-dyer.

Finished measurements: Once blocked, the shawl measures 69cm (h) x 150cm (w).

Generally, which yarns work best: This design works best with a semi-solid or solid colorway in 4ply/sock/fingering to show off the texture. This works really well as a stash busting project, using mini skeins, scraps, and partial balls of yarn in a fade or similar color scheme. Self-striping colorways would overshadow the textures.

Notes: Modelled by Evin. Photo by Niall Twamley.

 

Falling Petals Shawl

Lacy shawls enthral and intimidate me, so I developed this design from my longing to create one that is an ideal first lace knitting project. After each row’s instructions, the stitch count is noted in parenthesis. It reminds me of the end of Spring when the Cherry Blossom trees shed their petals, like nature’s confetti. Which is especially fitting since the Dragonfly Fibres colorway is Springtime In Washington.

Construction/Shape:  Top-down semi-circle-ish shawl is knit flat.

Finished measurements: 35in across at the straight edge; 13in from CO to lace edge straight down; 48in around the crescent lace edge (after blocking)

Yarns used in sample: It was knit with Dragonfly Fibres Lace yarn 957yd / 875m / 125g (Springtime in Washington colorway), but has been knit also in Sweet Georgia Cashluxe Fine 840yd / 768m / 242g (Elderberry colorway)

Generally, which yarns work best: You can use any skein of 4ply, the subtle eyelet pattern will shine with semi-solids or wild skeins, even self-striping. This works really well as a stash busting project, using mini skeins, scraps, and partial balls of yarn in a fade or similar color scheme.

Notes: Modelled by Evin.

 

Porch Light Wrap

This fun, sideways asymmetrical triangle shawl grows as you knit it. You can keep going as long as you like – or your skeins allow – making this a flexible pattern. There is a subtle eyelet detail along the edge. The warm illumination of a porch light shares its beam to cast shadows and play with light in the night. Insects flock to its mesmerizing glow.

Construction/Shape:  This sideways asymmetrical triangle shawl is knit flat. Started small and grows wider, can be continued as wide as you’d like the final shawl to be.

Finished measurements: Length: 170cm. Width: 4cm (at the starting end) and 133cm (at the widest end) (blocked)

Yarns used in sample: This shawl is started on the narrow end with Martin’s Lab BOUNCY SPORT to balance the weight of the wider end, which is in 4ply/sock/fingering weight. The yarns shift and include My Mama Knits CHOUFUNGA SOCK and Green Elephant BFL SOCK in Rosa.

Generally, which yarns work best: 3 100-gram skeins of sock weight yarn in a fade. Or start with a semi-solid in one color, finish with a semi-solid in another color, and have the centre color be a colourful or speckled yarn with both colors. This works really well as a stash busting project, using mini skeins, scraps, and partial balls of yarn.

Notes: Modelled by Georsan. Styled by Martina Leahy. Photo by Niall Twamley.

 

School Gate Shawlette

This bottom-up crescent-shaped shawlette features two lace patterns. The body of shawl is comprised of columns of eyelets reaching up to the top edge which is a texture-rich lattice design. Increases are made along the edge. This pattern is inspired by the ironwork openings and lattice textures of a school gate.

Construction/Shape: Bottom-up crescent-shaped shawlette with two lace designs, knit in a mini skein fade set (120g total) with the rich texture and burst of color beside the face.

Finished measurements: 18.5in H x 73.5in W / 47cm H x 187cm W (blocked)

Yarns used in sample: The entire shawl is knit with one six-skein mini fade set, which has a total of 552yds/504m, 120g. This shawl is Les Belles Lainages 4ply Merino Singles (92yds/84m,20g, 100% Merino Wool). 6 mini skeins used (total 552yds/504m, 100g).

Generally, which yarns work best: You can create your own custom fade or mini skein sequence. It is an excellent stash busting pattern. This would also be a beautiful shawl to knit the body with a single 100g skein, then knit the top edge with a contrasting 20g mini skein. This works really well as a stash busting project, using mini skeins, scraps, and partial balls of yarn.

Notes: All proceeds from this pattern are donated to Every Child Is Your Child Ireland. Details on this design and ECIYC posted HERE. Modelled by Evin. Photo by Optimus (age 8).

Hats

Keating Hat

Construction/Shape:  It is a fairly quick knit in the round and, with two size options. The ribbing and drape are firm enough to stay put, but soft against the head and hair.

Finished measurements: Small (16.5–21.5” at ribbing, 10” top to brim): 126yd / 115m / 42g
Medium (19.5–26” at ribbing, 11” top to brim): 165yd / 151m / 55g
Gauge: 23sts x 32rows / 4in x 4in

Yarns used in sample: This sample was knit with Manos del Uruguay Silk Blend DK weight yarn

Generally, which yarns work best: DK in 100% wool or in a blend for a resilient hat with good stretch at the ribbing and nice drape for the top. Attain gauge for sizing to work. I’ve knit this in 100% acrylic and it doesn’t retain its shape well after washing multiple times. The 100% cotton version was too heavy for frequent wear.

Notes: Modelled by Arlene. Photo by Evin.

 

Phare Hat

Construction/Shape: With slipped stitches and textures to emulate the beacon of light. The hat pattern has three sizes and can be topped off with a pompom.

Finished measurements:
Small (Medium, Large) = 37 (44, 50) cm circumference
Small: Circumference: 38cm. Height: 21cm (without pom pom)
Medium: Circumference: 44cm. Height: 21.5cm (without pom pom)
Large: Circumference: 50.5cm. Height: 22cm (without pom pom)

Yarns used in sample: Knit with Bear In Sheep’s Clothing hand-dyed Bear Cosy Aran. You can read an interview with Bernie of BISC.

Generally, which yarns work best: Worsted or Aran weight yarn with shape retention.

Notes: Inspired by lighthouses perched on the coastline, I named this hat pattern for the French word for lighthouse. With slipped stitches and textures to emulate the beacon of light. The hat pattern has three sizes and can be topped off with a pompom.

Cowls

Altair Cowl

It looks more complex than it is, making this a great project for anyone who can knit and purl in the round. In designing this, I focused on texture that could handle speckled or busy colorways.

Construction/Shape: In the round.

Finished measurements:  Height: 21cm. Width: 28cm. Circumference: 56cm

Yarns used in sample:This is knit with just under a skein of My Mama Knits PATSY DK, but any DK works.

Generally, which yarns work best: It is lovely in solid, semi-solid, or speckles. I recommend a high wool content for this pattern so it blocks nicely.

Notes: Inspired by Altair, the brightest star in the constellation of Aquila and the twelfth-brightest star in the night sky. Altair rotates rapidly, with the velocity at its equator resulting in a non-spherical shape. That shape is emulated in this seamless cowl design.

 

 

Cupid’s Arrow Cowl

The stitch design for this cowl came from my desire for a pattern that works well with a varied colorway or a solid yarn. The chevron design emulates the pointed end of Cupid’s arrow.

Construction/Shape: In the round with knits and purls creating a textured chevron appearance.

Finished measurements:  The finished cowl size is 34in circumference . Each pattern repeat adds about one inch in cowl width.

Yarns used in sample: For this sample, I used Lucy Neatby Celestial Aran weight yarn 150yd / 137m / 90g.

Generally, which yarns work best: Any Aran or worsted weight yarn can be used to obtain gauge (pattern gauge: 14 sts x 24 rows / 4in x 4in).

Notes: This pattern is paired with a White Chocolate Cheesecake recipe for the February section of the book, Bake Knit Sew.

Coup de Coeur Cowl

A stranded colorwork cowl knit in super bulky/chunky yarn. This very quick knit has a whimsy and practicality. The stranded colorwork heart design is done with three colours. There is a child-sized version of this cowl called Jeune Coeur Cowl.

Construction/Shape: In the round, stranded colorwork.

Yarns used in sample: I used Rico Design Super Bulky Creative Bonbon

Generally, which yarns work best: Chunky, Bulky, Super Bulky in contrasting colours for the colorwork to show. Though this comes out so thick with this weight yarn it isn’t a favourite to wear, which is why I’m redesigning it in a lighter weight yarn.

Notes: This is due for an update in Worsted so stay tuned.

 

Jeune Coeur Cowl

Knit with super bulky/chunky yarn, this cowl uses a small amount to create a three-color colorwork design of hearts. It is uniquely sized for a child too. , but almost any super bulky yarn works.

Construction/Shape: In the round, stranded colorwork.

Yarns used in sample: I used Rico Design Super Bulky Creative Bonbon

Generally, which yarns work best: Chunky, Bulky, Super Bulky in contrasting colours for the colorwork to show. Though this comes out so thick with this weight yarn it isn’t a favourite to wear, which is why I’m redesigning it in a lighter weight yarn.

Notes: This is due for an update in Worsted so stay tuned.

 

Midnight Waffles Cowl

A two-colour cowl that doubles as a headband achieved with a combination of slipped, knit, and purl stitches.  This is a cowl or a headband/earwarmer!

Construction/Shape: In the round with mosaic slipped stitch colorwork. The bind off edge is joined with the cast on edge for a double thickness and added warmth.

Finished measurements: 
Height: 23.5cm tall before seaming; 11.5cm after seaming.
Width: 24cm. Circumference: 47.5cm after seaming

Yarns used in sample:Knit with My Mama Knits PATSY DK in two colorways – Sugar Skull and Hen Party.

Generally, which yarns work best: Really any two DKs will work. I recommend a high wool content for this pattern so it blocks nicely.

Notes: The name is inspired by my mother’s tradition of taking me out to the all-night diner for waffles when she finished a wallpaper or DIY project on our home. It was one of the early ways she included me in home improvement projects even before I could wield a putty knife or hammer. It was made all the more special that the diner had a sister location which is where my parents went on their first date. Midnight Waffles celebrates the little wins that make big memories.

Midwinter’s Night Cowl

Knit in the round with 2 or 3 skeins of thick colorful bulky yarn (I used di.Vé Fiamma yarn), this is a quick project and approachable for a beginner who has mastered knitting and purling.

Construction/Shape: In the round. Seamless, Ribbed.

Yarns used in sample: 2 or 3 skeins of thick colorful bulky yarn (I used di.Vé Fiamma yarn)

Generally, which yarns work best: 2 or 3 skeins of thick colorful bulky yarn

Notes: Forgiving and easy pattern.

Rigel Cowl

The Rigel Cowl is knit from the top down, this cowl is soft and a fun way to use special buttons. The stitch pattern is my Colorway Accented Stockinette, which spotlights small bursts of color, making it ideal for colorways with a dominant color accented by a mini rainbow or speckles.  

Construction/Shape: Top down, henley construction.

Finished measurements: 

Yarns used in sample: The cowl is knit with Fibre Art Studio ARAN in And The Winner Is… colorway. You can read an interview I did with Yoriko. 

Generally, which yarns work best:  This is a great pattern for a self-striping or pooling yarn.

Notes:  In addition to the yarn needed, this pattern uses buttons.The stitch pattern is my Colorway Accented Stockinette, which spotlights small bursts of color, making it ideal for colorways with a dominant color accented by a mini rainbow or speckles.

Summercove Cowl

A simple stockinette cowl with added visual interest and texture from slipped yarn overs. Worked with super bulky yarn on large needles, this is a quick knit and a perfect last-minute gift.

Construction/Shape: In the round. Slipped stitches. Seamless.

Yarns used in sample: I used about 90 yards of Rico Design Creative Melange Super Chunky, but any super chunky will do.

Generally, which yarns work best: Any super chunky yarn will do nicely, semi-solid or vibrantly varied.

 

Taffy Twist Cowl

A cowl for handspun or colorful bulky yarn because it works well with yarn that goes from thick to thin and back again.

Construction/Shape: In the round.

Finished measurements: Large enough to loop around twice.

Yarns used in sample: I used 180-250 yards (164-228 meters) Bulky or heavy Aran weight yarn (in this sample, I used di.vé fiamma).

Generally, which yarns work best: 180-250 yards (164-228 meters) Bulky or heavy Aran weight yarn, including yarn that varies in thickness.

Notes: This cowl is a transitional piece to balance the bit of evening chill in the air. It stays in place, adds a bit of color to any outfit, and can carry you through winter into spring. I named my creation the Taffy Twist Cowl because once it was knitted up, it reminded me of a caramel apple coated in sprinkles and crushed rainbow lollypop shards with maybe a rainbow of marshmallows too. The imagery alone reminds me of an October carnival, which is a happy memory to loop around my neck to keep me cosy.

 

Fingerless Mitts

Firefly Hour Mitts

The ribbed nature of the knitting and the lack of thumb gusset in this pattern make it a quick knit that works for a range of hand sizes. The length of the gloves offers extra warmth.

Construction/Shape: Knit in the round, this mitts feature a ruffled edge.

Finished measurements: Length: 27cm. Width: 6.5cm. Circumference: 14cm

Yarns used in sample: Two samples of the gloves were knit to showcase how well the pattern works with speckles or self-striping colorways. The grey and pink is knit with La Bien Aimee MERINO DK with Uschitita 4-PLY SINGLES and modelled by me. The rainbow and yellow is knit with GamerCrafting DK SOCK and GamerCrafting 4-PLY and modelled by Georsan.

Generally, which yarns work best: If you have a vibrant skin of DK and some leftover 4ply/sock yarn, this pattern is a fun and quick knit to keep you stylishly cosy.

Notes: Each mitt uses about 25g of DK (body of glove) and 5g of 4ply (ruffled edge).

 

Rigel Mitts

The Rigel Mitts are knit to be reversible, working either way as up/down and either mitt for left/right hand.  

Construction/Shape: Knit flat and seamed.

Finished measurements: Length: 15cm. Width: 8.5cm. Circumference: 18cm

Yarns used in sample: The mitts are knit with The Wool Kitchen in Cosmic Girl Dark colorway. You can read my Interview with Wool Kitchen, Hand-dyer.

Generally, which yarns work best: This is a great pattern for a self-striping or pooling Worsted or Aran weight yarn.

Notes: The stitch pattern is my Colorway Accented Stockinettw, which spotlights small bursts of color, making it ideal for colorways with a dominant color accented by a mini rainbow or speckles.

 

Wreath Nebula Mitts

Using two colors of DK yarn, these mitts are knit flat, top down, and seamed up the side, leaving an opening for the thumb. The resulting mitts fit either the right and left hand – which means if you have enough yarn you can make a third as a spare in case one gets lost.

Construction/Shape: Knit flat and seamed.

Finished measurements: Length: 14.5cm. Center Width: 9cm. Circumference: 18cm

Yarns used in sample:I used Green Elephant DK, Zest (a solid yarn) for the ribbing and Bellyflop (a vibrant multicolored yarn) for the slipped stitch center section. You can read my interview with Fiona of Green Elephant.

Generally, which yarns work best: These mitts are knit with two colorways of DK. Have fun and choose yarn that retains its shape.

Notes: Size US6 (4mm) needles or size needed to obtain gauge for ribbing
Size US8 (5mm) needles or size needed to obtain gauge for pattern stitch

 

Boot Toppers

Cobblestone Boot Toppers

From October to March, I live in my boots. They protect me from the chill of the wind and transition from jeans to dresses with ease. But I longed for a little insulation to keep wind, rain, or sea spray from sneaking into the boot tops so I whipped up these quick knit boot toppers. They work equally well over fine leather boots or practical rain and sailing all-weather boots.

Construction/Shape: Knit in the round, seamless.

Finished measurements: (range depends on number of pattern repeats)
Small: 9–12in circumference / 64–97yd / 58–89m / 38–57g
Medium: 11-15in circumference / 72–107yd / 66–98m / 42–63g
Large: 13-17in circumference / 73–112yd / 67–102m / 43–66g

Yarns used in sample: Smudge Yarns Irish Aran weight yarn or similar weight yarn to obtain gauge (yardage noted above).

Generally, which yarns work best: Aran weight in two colors (yardage noted above).

Coirceog Boot Cuffs

These hard-working boot cuffs are designed to fold over the top of boots so they can be at the ready by the door. The ribbing is on the inside and blocks chilly drafts. Coirceog is the Irish word for “hive” and “cone.”
Yarn:

Construction/Shape: Knit in the round, seamless, ribbing, and mosaic colorwork as well.

Yarns used in sample: 48yards (44m) / 34g Zwartbles Ireland 100% Pure Irish Wool (MC) and 22yards (20m) / 12g Smudge Yarns Irish Aran – Sugar Maple (CC) using 4mm or 6 US and 4.5mm or 7 US DPNs or 16-inch (40.64cm) circular needles, or size needed to obtain gauge.

Generally, which yarns work best: 70 – 92 yards (64 – 84 m) total Aran weight in two colors

 

Baby & Kid Knits

Ballyhoura Baby Blanket

The design of the Ballyhoura Baby Blanket is inspired by the sun-drenched Ballyhoura Hills as the day goes on and the long shadows shift. Knit flat with a simple combination of stitch variations, you can create a vibrant and cheerful blanket using three colors of Aran weight knitting yarn. This is an ideal stroller blanket because of its size.

Construction/Shape: Knit flat with US 7 – 4.5 mm needles.

Finished measurements: 70cm wide x 50cm long after blocking

Yarns used in sample:
• 210 yards (2x 50-gram balls) Rico Design Essentials Soft Merino Aran weight knitting yarn in Main Color (MC) – I used Emerald 51
• 91 yards (1x 50-gram balls) Rico Design Essentials Soft Merino Aran weight knitting yarn in Contrast Color 1 (CC1) – I used Natural 60
• 91 yards (1x 50-gram balls) Rico Design Essentials Soft Merino Aran weight knitting yarn in Contrast Color 2 (CC2) – I used Grey 93

Generally, which yarns work best: Worsted or Aran weight. Superwash for ease of care. Three colours needed (yardages above).

Notes: This pattern has four pattern sections that are repeated.

 

Barra Marled Hat

The marled effect is created by pairing washable solid-colored DK and a colorful sock yarn to be knit as one. Two yarns knit held as one result in a beautiful marled look and extra warmth.

Construction/Shape: Knit in the round.

Finished measurements: The pattern is graded for sizes Preemie (0-18 months, 18-36 months shown, 4-6 years). The adult version of this hat style is my Keating Hat.

Yarns used in sample: The hat uses DK and sock yarn paired to knit as one for a marled look. Berroco Vintage DK (Fennel 2175 colorway) and DROPS Fable (Guacamole 151 colorway) were used for the samples in this book.

Generally, which yarns work best: A Dk and a sock, both super wash ideally and with resilience to retain shape.

Notes: This approach is what I also used for one of my first two baby blanket designs, the Stripy Cozy Baby Blanket and Miller & June Blanket.

 

Farran Baby Booties

These booties are knit with garter stitch on the soles for extra cushiness. Knitting a taller ankle section gives ample overlap with trousers or leggings for warmth.

Construction/Shape: Knit flat with garter stitch and seamed.

Finished measurements: Sizes available: Preemie (0-12 months, 12–18 months).

Yarns used in sample: Knit with DPNs using on 50g skein of the beautiful Nua sport weight yarn.

Generally, which yarns work best: Sport or DK with squish.

Notes: These booties are perfect for pre-walkers, if made for walkers add a non-slip sole.

 

Field & Sky Pullover

The design is versatile and adaptable to your own vision. Under the sea, outer space, or even a city landscape! Be inspired by buttons you find and love.

Construction/Shape: This item is knit flat so you may use whatever type of knitting needle you prefer – straight or circular. The sleeve length should land just below the elbow, keeping it from being dragged through ketchup and letting a long sleeve tee or shirt layer catch the dirt instead. The wide neck opening means no struggling.

Finished measurements: Sizes: Preemie (0-6 months, 6–12 months, 12–24 months, 2–3 years, 4-6 years).

Yarns used in sample: DK in two colors is used for this sweater. I used Dublin Dye DK.

Generally, which yarns work best:  Materials for largest size are 246 yards (100 grams) Merino DK or equivalent weight yarn in TWO COLORS.

Notes: Buttons are fun to add personality to this finished object.

 

Miller and June Baby Blanket

My tried and true formula for an easy and math-free hand knit baby blanket has helped me create and give lasting baby gifts for friends and for my own little man. Each blanket project is knit with different washable yarns, making the result completely unique and machine washable.

Construction/Shape:Garter stitch provides a wash but light layer for baby. With basic garter stitch rows and doubled up yarn, a squishy blanket is created. The result feels lightweight, the gauge is a little looser so it breathes better, and the garter stitch gives it a squishy feel.

Finished measurements: I wish I knew. It is a great size for strollers, car naps, and blankie comfort, but not big enough to cover an entire crib or bed.

Yarns used in sample: For this sample, I used scraps! I’m not kidding. The yellow was Sirdar Snuggly DK, the green was a KnitPicks DK, and I paired them with a Schoppel-Wolle Admiral R Druck. I used 7mm (US10.5) circular needles.

Generally, which yarns work best: Expect to use 350-450 yards washable DK weight yarn and 350-450 yards superwash fingering/sock/4-ply weight yarn. Both yarns need to be machine washable because new parents have enough to worry about.

Notes: Using a vibrant conor-changing sock yarn knit as one with a semi-solid or solid DK is the best combination I’ve found, but using mini skeins and scraps also works for the sock yarn.

 

Óg Preemie Baby Hat

This is a simple hat that looks beautiful in a patterned or plain yarn.

Construction/Shape: In the round with a pixie peak top.

Finished measurements: This tiny pixie hat is aimed towards early or premature infants (up to 6lbs/2.75kg)

Yarns used in sample: It uses just 39–45yds (35–41m) / 23–26g of Irish Aran. Smudge Wools was used for the sample

Generally, which yarns work best: Any yarn of this weight will work if you reach gauge, but squishy and soft DK, Worsted, or Aran work best.

Notes: This book was part of These Islands.

 

Stripy Cozy Baby Blanket

This is a simple and Free Knitting Pattern for a Stripy Cozy Baby Blanket.

Construction/Shape: Using self-striping yarn to inspire a textural feature stripe, this blanket is a quick knit. Moss stitch edging then stockinette, but then purling when the bold colour arrives.

Finished measurements: You can just keep knitting for a bigger blanket, but for the yardage mentioned you’ll get a perfect stroller size.

Yarns used in sample: I used 375 – 750 yards (343 – 686 m) of Distrifil Azurite and 375 – 750 yards (343 – 686 m) of James C. Brett Magi-knit Baby DK knit as one for a marled appearance.

Generally, which yarns work best: Two DK yarns (about 370 yards of each) are knit as one for a thicker weight and more color variations. One of the DK yarns should be self-striping and the other should be solid or speckled without stripes or pooling.

Notes: Fun way to use a speckled DK and a self-striping DK for a bold bright baby blanket. The stroller size is great because it won’t drag on the ground.

 

Tea Cosies

One Size Fits Most Cupcake Tea Cosy

This tea cosy is stretchy and fits different shaped teapots. Like the jeans in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. It’s a relatively quick knit in the round.

Construction/Shape: In the round with ribbing for stretch.

Finished measurements: Standard teapot size. It stretches a lot. The photo above is the same sample on three different sized teapots.

Yarns used in sample: Sirdar Snuggly DK and Schoppel-Wolle Admiral R Druck. Total yardage of all yarns was 180 – 210 yards (165 – 192 m) using US 9 – 5.5 mm.

Generally, which yarns work best: I paired up 90 yards (84 meters) superwash wool-acrylic DK with 90 yards (84 meters) super wash sock in browns (for chocolate, cream for vanilla, or speckled for rainbow chip,…) for the body and just 30 yards (27 meters) of DK in icing colors for top.

Notes: I added a pompom for whipped cream and a few ‘sprinkle’ beads. Customize yours by choosing your cupcake and icing “flavor” yarn colors:
Chocolate = Brown yarn
Vanilla = Cream yarn
Strawberry = Pink yarn
Banana = Yellow yarn
Red Velvet = Pink-Red yarn

Honeycomb Tea Cosy

As a child, I discovered my dresser had become home to a colony of bees. I hated to disrupt them so I just didn’t open that drawer. Eventually, my parents learned of my winged roommates and insisted we move the occupied drawer outside so the bees could find a new home. My love of bees remained — because not one stung me, I thought we were friends.

Construction/Shape: Knit in the round with slipped stitches in the mosaic knitting method. This creates a colorwork result with stretch.

Finished measurements: Blocked cosy takes on size of teapot on which it is blocked.
Can stretch up to 18in circumference at base of teapot and 8in top to bottom.

Yarns used in sample: Noro Kureyon Worsted weight yarn (rainbow) 33yd / 30m / 15g (MC) -and- Smudge Yarns Aran weight yarn (blue) 34yd / 31m / 20g (CC)

Generally, which yarns work best:  Any combination of two Worsted or Aran weight yarns to obtain gauge.

Notes: Fun to play with contrasting colours and makes a lovely hostess or house warming gift for a tea lover.