the next two squares knit a man’s beanie learn to knit

Learn to knit broken ribbing

Knit a man’s beanie

Customize your projects with crochet cords

Create a stunning reversible throw square by square

creative

The next two squares

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Designed to complement your home

KniTTing CroCheT CreweLworK feLTing

easy does it! 30 log basket

customizing techniques 43 designer’s notebook:

crochet cords • spiral brooch

know-how 42 shaping filet crochet

patchwork collection 85 broken ribbing

in pumice 86 basketweave stitch

in basalt

home comforts 32 chevron chair back

accessories 26 man’s beanie

• 2 balls of Crea yarn to make your next 2 squares in Shadow Gabbro and Harmony Basalt

• Knit a baby’s cardigan and make a felted place mat, coaster and napkin ring set.

• Crochet covers for stone weights• Customize with duplicate stitch features• Working color blocks in crochet

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yarn care instructions Hand wash only • Do not bleach • Do not iron • Do not tumble dry When washing the finished product, follow the manufacturer’s washing instructions found on the yarn bands.

Needles/hooks not suitable for children under 14 years of age.

Colors and yarns may vary from those shown.

creative

Knit the next 2 reversible squares for your stunning

throw

patchwork Collection 85

broken ribbing

Size: 4¾ x 4¾ in. (12 x 12cm) Knitting needles: size 8 (5.0mm)Stitch: broken ribbing

throw E11

pumice Square

The next square for your stunning throw is knitted in crea paragone. a 4 x 2 ribbing forms the pattern, and the panels of ribbing are broken by alternating the blocks of four and two stitches to form an interesting visual effect.

in pumice

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try this!To learn how to knit broken ribbing, follow the instructions below or go online to watch the video.

1 Cast on a multiple of 6 stitches plus 4. row 1: Knit 1, purl 2, repeat knit 4, purl 2 to the last stitch, knit 1.

2 row 2: Purl 1, knit 2, repeat purl 4, knit 2 to the last stitch, purl 1. rows 3 and 4: Repeat Rows 1 and 2. You have completed the first half of the pattern.

4 row 6: Knit 4, then repeat purl 2, knit 4 to the end of the row. rows 7 and 8: Repeat Rows 5 and 6. These 8 rows form the pattern and are repeated throughout.

3 row 5: Purl 4, then repeat knit 2, purl 4 to the end of the row. The two knit stitches of each panel sit centrally on the four knit stitches on the first half of the pattern.

when you have tacked your squares together, label them e11. You’ll need this reference when you join the squares for your throw. keep the squares safe in your workbasket.

throw E11

broken ribbing square in pumice

See “reading a pattern card” for the list of abbreviations.

to makeUsing size 8 (5.0mm) needles and Paragone, cast on 22 sts.row 1 (rs): K1, p2, *k4, p2, rep from * to the last st, k1.row 2: P1, k2, *p4, k2, rep from * to the last st, p1.rows 3 and 4: Rep Rows 1 and 2.row 5: P4, *k2, p4, rep from * to the end.row 6: K4, *p2, k4, rep from * to the end.rows 7 and 8: Rep Rows 5 and 6.These 8 rows form the patt.Rep them two more times, then work rows 1 to 4 again. Bind off.Work another square in the same way.

Note: Each ball of yarn supplied is enough to work 2 whole squares. If you find you work tightly, or loosely, change your needle size—see know-how 1, reading a pattern card, gauge square.

joiNiNg The SquareSBlock your squares, see blocking your work, know-how 3. Then, with wrong sides together and the edges matching, tack around the outer edge, stitching about one stitch from the edge.

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basketweave stitch

Size: 4¾ x 4¾ in. (12 x 12cm) Knitting needles: size 4 (3.5mm)Stitch: basketweave stitch

throw H8

baSalt Square

this basketweave square for your reversible throw is knitted in Crea Harmony’s basalt, on size 4 (3.5mm) knitting needles. blocks of stockinette stitch and reverse stockinette stitch form the basketweave effect.

in basalt

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try this!to knit the basketweave stitch, follow the instructions below or go online to watch the video.

1 Cast on a multiple of 6 stitches plus 2 and work the pattern as follows. row 1: Knit to the end of the row. row 2: Purl to the end of the row. row 3: Knit the first 2 stitches, then repeat purl 4, knit 2 to the end of the row.

2 row 4: Purl the first 2 stitches, then repeat knit 4, purl 2 to the end of the row. row 5: Repeat Row 3. row 6: Repeat Row 4. This completes the first half of the pattern.

4 Repeat purl 4, knit 2 to the last 3 stitches, purl 3. row 10: Knit 3, purl 2, then repeat knit 4, purl 2 to the last 3 stitches, knit 3.

3 Now work the second half of the pattern. row 7: Knit to the end of the row. row 8: Purl to the end of the row. row 9: Purl the first 3 stitches, then knit the next 2 stitches.

5 rows 11 and 12: Repeat Rows 9 and 10. You have completed the first pattern repeat.

6 Continue to work the 12 rows of pattern to create the basketweave stitch fabric.

when you have tacked your squares together, label them h8. You’ll need this reference when you join the squares for your throw. keep the squares safe in your workbasket.

throw H8

basketweave stitch square in basalt


to makeUsing size 4 (3.5mm) needles and Harmony, cast on 28 sts.row 1 (rs): K to the end.row 2: P to the end.row 3: K3, *p4, k2, rep from * to the last st, k1.row 4: P3, *k4, p2, rep from * to the last st, p1.row 5: Rep Row 3.row 6: Rep Row 4.row 7: K to the end.row 8: P to the end.row 9: P4, *k2, p4, rep from * to the end.row 10: K4, *p2, k4, rep from * to the end.row 11: Rep Row 9. row 12: Rep Row 10.These 12 rows form the patt. Rep them two more times, then work rows 1 to 8 again. Bind off.Work another square in the same way.

note: Each ball of yarn supplied is enough to work 2 whole squares. If you find you work tightly, or loosely, change your needle size—see know-how 1, reading a pattern card, gauge square.

This pattern is worked on a multiple of 6 stitches plus 2 stitches, as shown in the steps and video—use this multiple when you want to balance the ends of the rows. It can also be worked on a multiple of 6 stitches plus 4, as used here for the square.

designer’s tip

joining tHe SquareSBlock your squares, see blocking your work, know-how 3. Then, with wrong sides together and the edges matching, tack around the outer edge, stitching about one stitch from the edge.


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HOME COMFORTS 32

Materials• 1x3½oz.(100g)ballofStylecraftSpecialDKinLipstick,Fondant,Saffron,PistachioandSherbert

• Pairofsize3(3.25mm)knittingneedles

•Tapestryneedle• Pom-pommaker,1¾in.(4.5cm)indiameter,orthincardboard,pencil,pairofcompassesandscissors

Make a distinctive display for your favorite chairs with a colorful zigzag cover trimmed with pom-poms.

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HOME COMFORTS32

SIZE 13¾in.(35cm)widex18⅛in.(46cm)long,excludingpom-poms.

GauGE28stsand30rows=4in.(10cm)overchevronpatt.

aBBREVIaTIONSSeereadingapatterncard.

SPECIaL aBBREVIaTIONSkfb=kintothefrontandbackofthest(1stincreased).ssk=slip,slip,knitworkedasfollows:slthenext2stsk-wise,inserttheleftneedleintothe2slippedsts,fromlefttoright,andkthemtog.

TO MaKECHAIR BACK:Usingsize3(3.25mm)needlesandLipstick,caston86sts.Continchevronpattasfoll:Row 1 (ws):Ptotheend.Row 2:K1,kfb,k4,ssk,k2tog,k4,*(kfb)twice,k4,ssk,k2tog,k4,repfrom*tothelast2sts,kfb,k1.These2rowsformthepatt.Repthemtwomoretimes.CutLipstickandjoinFondant.Continthechevronpatt,work30rowsina6-rowstripesequenceasfoll:Fondant,Saffron,Pistachio,SherbertandLipstick.Repthelast30rows8moretimes.Bindoffp-wiseonawsrowleavingalongyarntail.

SIDE EDGING: Withrsfacing,joinLipstickandusingsize3(3.25mm)needles,pickupandk145stsevenlyalongonesideedgeofthechairback.Begwithaprow,work5rowsinstst.Bindoffk-wiseleavingalongyarntail.Reptheedgingalongtheothersideedgeofthechairback.

FINISHINGMake6pom-pomsinFondantand5inSherbert,Lipstick,SaffronandPistachio.Foldthechairbackinhalf,withthersfacing,andjointhesideseams,leavingtheloweredgeopen.Turnrightsideout.Usingthephotographsasaguide,sewpom-pomstoeachsideedgeandalongtheloweredges. This chair back has been worked in five bold colors.

It would also look good worked in pastel shades, matching colors, one color or with a monochrome theme. Choose the best look for your room.

designer’s tip

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accessories 26

Materials• 4x1oz.(25g)ballsofCreaShadowinTuff

• Pairofsize7(4.5mm)andsize8(5.0mm)knittingneedles

•TapestryneedleGotoknit-and-stitch.comtobuyCreayarn.SeetheinformationchartforfulldetailsonalltheCreayarns.

Knitted in broken ribbing, this man’s beanie is close-fitting, making it warm and snug.

man’s beanie USe YOUR K

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siZe Tofit22in.(56cm)headcircumference.

GauGe17stsand24rows=4in.(10cm)overthebrokenribbingpatt,withthepattslightlystretched.

aBBreViaTioNsSeereadingapatterncard.

To MaKeUsingsize7(4.5mm)needles,caston98sts.Rib row 1 (rs):P2,*k1,p2,repfrom*totheend.Rib row 2:K2,*p1,k2,repfrom*totheend.Repthese2rowsuntiltheworkmeasures1⅝in.(4cm),endingwithRibrow2.Changetosize8(5.0mm)needles.Workinthebrokenribbingpattasfoll:Row 1 (rs): P2,*k4,p2,repfrom*totheend.Row 2: K2,*p4,k2,repfrom*totheend.Rows 3 and 4: RepRows1and2.Row 5:P3,k2,*p4,k2,repfrom*tothelast3sts,p3.Row 6: K3,p2,*k4,p2,repfrom*tothelast3sts,k3.Rows 7 and 8: RepRows5and6.These8rowsformthepatt.Repthemtwomoretimes.Shape crownDec row 1: K1,k2tog,*k10,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast11sts,ktotheend.90sts.K1row.Dec row 2:K1,k2tog,*k9,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast10sts,ktotheend.82sts.K1row.Dec row 3: K1,k2tog,*k8,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast9sts,ktotheend.74sts.K1row.Dec row 4: K1,k2tog,*k7,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast8sts,ktotheend.66sts.K1row.Dec row 5: K1,k2tog,*k6,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast7sts,ktotheend.58sts.K1row.Dec row 6: K1,k2tog,*k5,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast6sts,ktotheend.50sts.K1row.Dec row 7: K1,k2tog,*k4,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast5sts,ktotheend.42sts.K1row.Dec row 8: K1,k2tog,*k3,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast4sts,ktotheend.34sts.K1row.

Dec row 9: K1,k2tog,*k2,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast3sts,ktotheend.26sts.K1row.Dec row 10:K1,k2tog,*k1,k2tog,repfrom*tothelast2sts,ktotheend.18sts.K1row.Dec row 11: K1,*k2tog,repfrom*tothelastst,k1.10sts.Cuttheyarnleavingalongyarntail.Threadtheyarntailthroughtheremsts,drawuptightlyandsecuretheend.Donotcuttheyarn,butuseittojointheseam.

FiNisHiNGUsetheyarntailtojointhebackseam.Weaveintheends.

To get a neat finish when joining the back seams, take one stitch on each side into the seam and match the pattern rows.

designer’s tip

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EAsy does it! 30

Materials• 2conesofHoookedZpagetti

inGray• O/17(12mm)crochethook• Bodkinormedium-sized

crochethook

this useful log basket is worked in single crochet using a jumbo yarn and a large crochet hook to form a firm, dense fabric. it is perfect for storing logs indoors, ready to use for a roaring fire.

log basketUSE YOUR KNO

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EAsy does it!30

sizeHeight,approximately12¼in.(31cm).

GAuGe6scx6rows=4in.(10cm).

AbbreviAtionsSeereadingapatterncard.

to mAkeBase:UsingsizeO/17(12mm)hook,makeaslidingring.Workingoverthetailendoftheyarnasyouworkthefirstround,workinaspiralasfoll:.Round 1: Work7scintothering.Pullthetailendgentlytoclosethering.Round 2:Work2scintoeachsc.14sc.Round 3:Work(1scintothenextsc,2scintothenextsc)7times.21sc.Round 4:Work(1scintoeachofthenext2sc,2scintothenextsc)7times.28sc.Round 5:Work(1scintoeachofthenext3sc,2scintothenextsc)7times.35sc.Round 6:Work(1scintoeachofthenext4sc,2scintothenextsc)7times.42sc.Round 7:Work(1scintoeachofthenext5sc,2scintothenextsc)7times.49sc.

Round 8:Work(1scintoeachofthenext6sc,2scintothenextsc)7times.56sc.Round 9: Work1scintoeachofthenext56sc,slstintothenextsc.Fastenoffleavingalongyarntail.

sides: Round 1:Makeaslipknot,placeitonthehook,thenjointheyarnwithaslstaroundanyscfromthelastround,ch1,workingaroundthesc(notintothetop),work1scaroundthesamesc,1scaroundeachsc.56sc.Rounds 2 to 11:Work1scintoeachsctotheend.56sc.Round 12:Work(1scintoeachofthenext27sc,2scintothenextsc)twice.58sc.Rounds 13 to 17:Work1scintoeachsctotheend.58sc.

Round 18:Workingintothebacklooponly,work1scintothenextsc,ch11forthehandle,skipthenext9sc,work1scintoeachofthenext20sc,ch11forthehandle,skipthenext9sc,work1scintoeachofthenext19sc.Round 19:Workingintothebacklooponly,work1scintothenextsc,12dcoverthenext11ch(workoverthech,notintoeachch),1scintoeachofthenext20sc,12dcoverthenext11ch,1scintoeachofthenext19sc.64sts.Round 20:Slstintoeachofthenext64sts.Fastenoffleavingalongyarntail.

FinishinGWeaveintheendsonthewrongsideoftheworkusingabodkinormedium-sizedcrochethook.

CUSTOmIzE

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aKES • EmbELLISH WITH STYLE •

Embellish your log basket by whipping around the top edge with a length of chunky crochet cord. Work it in a contrasting color for added visual interest.

designer’s tip

See Customizing Techniques 43 for more creative ideas

with crochet cord.

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Customizing techniques 43

designer’s notebook: crochet cords

crochet cordsThis is created by working a length of chain using two or more strands of yarn.

Crochet cords are simple to make and can be used to add decoration to projects by stitching them onto a

solid fabric or weaving them through an openwork fabric. Alternatively, they can be added to projects to form a fringe or used for fastening or gathering.

The cords can be worked in one or more strands using a single color or in several colors for a shaded effect. The more strands of yarn you use, the thicker and more rounded the cord—make sure you use a crochet hook in a size suitable for the number of strands of yarn you are working with.

cUstoMIZe YoUr throW...Add a simple embellishment to some squares on your throw. Crochet cords can be stitched across plain squares or threaded through openwork patterns. Use yarns left over from your squares to make cords in matching colors.

When working with more than one strand, make sure you hold the strands together evenly to acheive a neat finish.

expert’s tip

1 Using two strands of yarn held together, make a slip knot and place it on a

crochet hook.2 Work in chain stitch for

the length required, then fasten off and weave in

the ends. The cord is flat on one side and rounded on the other.

• A multi-colored chain can be worked by using two or more colors held together—here three colors have been used.

crochet cords are created by working lengths of chain. they can be used as decorations, fringe or fastenings.

Customizing techniques43

crochet cord and a heart charm make a pretty brooch.

spiral brooch

size1¾ in. (4.5cm) in diameter x 2¾ in. (7cm), including charm.

abbreviationsSee reading a pattern card.

to make Using a size 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook and holding 2 strands of yarn together, make a ch approximately 15¾ in. (40cm) long. Fasten off but do not cut the yarn.

finishing Starting at the center of the button, coil the length of chain in an increasing spiral, gluing it in place with multipurpose adhesive as you go. Adjust the length of the chain if necessary, then fasten off. Weave in the end.

Using the sewing needle and thread, attach a charm on the lower edge and a button in the center. Glue the brooch pin to the wrong side.

MaterIals• An oddment of DK yarn in blue• size 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook• Flat button, 1½ in. (40mm) in

diameter• Silver heart charm• Small silver button• Brooch pin• Sewing needle and matching

sewing thread• Multipurpose adhesive

Woven borderWeave one or two cords through a wicker place mat.

garMent trIMEmbellish a plain garment with crochet cords worked in a contrasting color.

added extrasUse crochet cords to add handles and a trim to a basket.

Know-How 42

Increasing and decreasing in filet crochet is worked square by square and not stitch by stitch. The methods vary according to the position of the shaping—at the beginning or end of a row—and whether you are making a block or a space.

shaping filet crochet

IncreasIng a block aT The end of a row

IncreasIng a block aT The sTarT of a row

1When working a basic filet mesh (2 double crochets separated by 2 chains), chain 5 at the beginning of the row. 2 Work 1 double crochet into the fourth of

the 5 chains to make 2 double crochets (the skiped 3 chains count as the first

double crochet).3 Now work 1 double crochet into the last

of the 5 chains and complete the block of 4 double crochets by working 1 double

crochet into the first double crochet of the previous row.

1 Work an extended double crochet into the same place as the last double crochet in the row. To do this, work the first part of

the double crochet in the usual way to give 3 loops on the hook. Now wind the yarn around the hook and draw it through the first loop only. There will still be 3 loops on the hook. Complete the double crochet in the usual way.

2 Work 2 more extended double crochets into the bottom section of the extended double crochet just made to complete a

block with 4 stitches.

Decreasing in filet crochet is simpler than increasing. At the start of a row, simply slip stitch into each stitch across the first space, or block, until you reach the second square and continue as usual. At the end of a row, work to the last space or block, then turn and leave this space or block unworked.

decreases In fIleT crocheT

Know-How42

Before embarking on a large filet crochet project, practice these techniques so you are familiar with the stitches.

expert’s tip

slanTed Increase aT The sTarT of a row

• Chain 6 (these count as 4 chains for 1 treble crochet and 2 chains for the top of the space) and work 1 double crochet into the first double crochet of the previous row.

slanTed Increase aT The end of a row

• After the last double crochet of the row has been completed, chain 2 and work 1 treble crochet into the same place as the last double crochet .

slanTed decrease aT The sTarT of a row

• Work 4 turning chains (these count as 1 treble crochet), skip the first space or block and work 1 double crochet into the first stitch of the next space or block.

1 Leaving the last 2 loops on the hook, work 1 double crochet into the first stitch of the last space or block. Wind the yarn twice

around the hook and insert the hook into the appropriate turning chain on the previous row. Wind the yarn around the hook and draw a loop through for 5 loops on the hook.

2 Wind the yarn round the hook and draw it through the first 2 loops, then repeat this again. To complete the stitch, wind

the yarn around the hook again and draw it through the remaining 3 loops.

1 After the last double crochet has been worked, chain 2 and then wind the yarn around the hook 3 times. Insert the

hook in the base of the last double crochet, wind the yarn around the hook and draw a loop through to make 5 loops on the hook.

2 Wind the yarn around the hook and draw through the first 2 loops on the hook. Repeat this 3 more times,

leaving 1 loop on the hook and completing the increase.

• Instead of the usual 5 chains, make 7 chains (2 for the bottom of the new space, 3 for the first double crochet and 2 for the top of the new space) and work the first double crochet into the first double crochet of the previous row.

increasing a space aT The sTarT of a row

slanTed decrease aT The end of a row

slanTed shapIng It is also possible to increase and decrease with slanted stitches, which give a smoother, rather than a stepped outline.

increasing a space aT The end of a row

Learn the half fisherman’s rib

Knit a baby’s ribbed jacket

Customize your projects with cute features

Create a stunning reversible throw square by square

creative

The next two squares

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A stylish, cozy throw for your home

KniTTing CroCheT CreweLworK feLTing

easy does it! 31 felted table set

customizing techniques 44 designer’s notebook:

duplicate stitch revisited • patch pocket

know-how 43 knitted pockets 2

patchwork collection 87 ridge stitch

in basalt & gabbro 88 striped half fisherman’s

rib in basalt & gabbro

Fashion projects 40 baby’s ribbed jacket

home comForts 33 pebble weights

• 1 ball of Crea Shadow Cirrus to make your next square and 1 ball of Crea Harmony Magma for your second pillow

• Knit a bardot top and a cute penguin pillow rest

• Embroider a paisley panel on a pashmina and crochet a lantern trim

• Customize with decorative fringe• Learn simple color work in crochet

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oVerseas Back issuesPlace your order with your local magazine retailer.

picture credits:Photography: Lizzie OrmeStep-by-step photography: Jessica BiscoeArtwork illustrations: Coral Mula

Creation of throw and pillows: Melanie Porter © Eaglemoss Ltd 2019

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yarn care instructions Hand wash only • Do not bleach • Do not iron • Do not tumble dry When washing the finished product, follow the manufacturer’s washing instructions found on the yarn bands.

Needles/hooks not suitable for children under 14 years of age. Colors and yarns may vary from those shown.

creative

Knit the next 2 reversible squares for your stunning

throw


ridge stitchCrea Harmony in Basalt and Shadow in Gabbro are used to knit your next square. This is a version of the striped ridge stitch pattern used for square G8. The colors are worked in a different sequence to create a two-color ridge.

in basalt & gabbro

Size: 4¾ x 4¾ in. (12 x 12cm) Knitting needles: size 8 (5.0mm)Stitch: ridge stitch

throw J7

BaSalT & GaBBro Square

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try this!To learn how to knit the ridge stitch, follow the instructions below or go online to watch the video.

1 Cast on an even number of stitches using the first yarn (shown in purple). row 1: With purple, knit to the end of the row. Join the second yarn (shown in cream). row 2: With cream, knit the first stitch, then knit 2 stitches together to the last stitch, knit the last stitch. You will have half the number of stitches you started with, plus 1 stitch.

2 row 3: With cream, knit the first stitch, then knit into the front and back of every stitch to the last stitch, knit the last stitch. You will now have the same number of stitches as the number you cast on.

4 Stranding the yarn not in use loosely up the side of the knitting, repeat the 4 pattern rows to form the ridge stitch fabric.

3 row 4: With purple, purl to the end of the row. These 4 rows form the pattern.

when you have tacked your squares together, label them J7. You’ll need this reference when you join the squares for your throw. keep the squares safe in your workbasket.

throw J7

ridge stitch square in basalt & gabbro


to makeUsing size 8 (5.0mm) needles and Harmony, cast on 24 sts.row 1 (rs): With Harmony, k to the end.Join Shadow.row 2: With Shadow, k1, *k2tog, rep from * to the last st, k1. 13 sts.row 3: With Shadow, k1, inc in each st to the last st, k1. 24 sts.row 4: With Harmony, p to the end.These 4 rows form the patt. Stranding the yarn not in use loosely up the side of the knitting, rep the patt rows 7 more times.With Harmony, bind off. Work another square in the same way.

Note: The balls of yarn supplied are enough to work 2 whole squares. If you find you work tightly, or loosely, change your needle size—see know-how 1, reading a pattern card, gauge square.

joiNiNG THe SquareSBlock your squares, see blocking your work, know-how 3. Then, with wrong sides together and the edges matching, tack around the outer edge, stitching about one stitch from the edge.


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striped half fisherman’s rib

Size: 4¾ x 4¾ in. (12 x 12cm) Knitting needles: size 8 (5.0mm)Stitch: striped half fisherman’s rib

throw L7

baSalt & gabbro Square

Worked in Crea Harmony in basalt and Shadow in gabbro, this square for your throw is knitted in stripes of the half fisherman’s rib. The stitch pattern is reversible—here the side with narrow, long stitches is the right side.

in basalt & gabbro

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try this! To learn how to knit the striped half fisherman’s rib, follow the instructions below or go online to watch the video.

1 Cast on an odd number of stitches using the first yarn (shown in purple). row 1: Knit to the end of the row. row 2: Purl the first stitch, then insert the needle into the next stitch one row below (abbreviated as k1B).

2 Knit the stitch, then purl the next stitch in the usual way.

4 Repeat the 2 pattern rows two more times. You have worked 6 rows. These 6 rows appear as three long rows on one side of the fabric.

6 Join the second yarn (shown in cream). Stranding the yarn not in use loosely up the side of the knitting, repeat the 2 pattern rows, working in stripes of 2 rows cream and 6 rows purple throughout.

3 Repeat k1B, purl 1 to the end of the row. Rows 1 and 2 form the pattern.

5 On the other side of the fabric there are six shorter rows. For the square, we have used the longer rows as the right side.

when you have tacked your squares together, label them l7. You’ll need this reference when you join the squares for your throw. keep the squares safe in your workbasket.

throw L7

striped half fisherman’s rib square in basalt & gabbro


special abbreViation k1B = k 1 below worked as follows: insert the needle into the st 1 row below and knit it.

to makeUsingsize 8 (5.0mm) needles and Harmony, cast on 19 sts.row 1: K to the end.row 2: P1, *k1B, p1, rep from * to the end.These 2 rows form the patt. Rep them two more times. Join Gabbro.

Stranding the yarn not in use loosely up the side of the knitting, cont in the patt in stripes of 2 rows Gabbro and 6 rows Harmony until the 5th stripe in Gabbro has been worked. With Gabbro, bind off. Work another square in the same way.

Note: The balls of yarn supplied are enough to work 2 whole squares. If you find you work tightly, or loosely, change your needle size—see know-how 1, reading a pattern card, gauge square.

joiNiNg tHe SquareSBlock your squares, see blocking your work, know-how 3. Then, with wrong sides together and the edges matching, tack around the outer edge, stitching about one stitch from the edge.


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Materials• 4[5:6:8]x1oz.(25g)ballsofCreaProvenanceinGranite

• 2[2:3:3]x1oz.(25g)ballsofCreaProvenanceinAlbite

• Pairofsize3(3.25mm)andsize6(4.0mm)knittingneedles

•Tapestryneedle• 4[4:4:5]buttons,½in.(14mm)indiameter

Gotoknit-and-stitch.comtobuyCreayarn.SeetheinformationchartforfulldetailsonalltheCreayarns.

Knitted in the half fisherman’s rib, this cute jacket is trimmed with ribbed bands and finished with a stylish collar.

baby’s ribbed jacket

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siZesTofitchest16[18:20:22]in.(41[46:51:56]cm).Actualmeasurement18[20⅝:22½:24⅞]in.(46[52.5:57:63]cm).Length8⅝[10¼:11⅞:13⅜]in.(22[26:30:34]cm).Sleeveseam5½[6¼:7½:9]in.(14[16:19:23]cm).

GauGe22stsand44rows=4in.(10cm)overpatt.

aBBreViationsSeereadingapatterncard.

sPeciaL aBBreViation K1B=k1belowworkedasfollows:insertneedleintost1rowbelowandknitit.

Note: Thefisherman’sribfabricisreversible.Thisjacketusesthesideofthefabricwiththeshorterrowsastherightside.

to MaKeBACK:Usingsize3(3.25mm)needlesandGranite,caston49[55:61:67]sts.**Rib row 1 (rs):K1,*p1,k1,repfrom*totheendoftherow.Rib row 2:P1,*k1,p1,repfrom*totheendoftherow.ReptheRibrowsfor1⅝[1⅝:1⅝:1⅝:2]in.4[4:4:5]cm,endingwithRibrow2.Changetosize6(4.0mm)needles.Workinthepattasfoll:Row 1:Ktotheendoftherow.Row 2: P1,*k1B,p1,repfrom*totheendoftherow.These2rowsformthepatt.JoinAlbite.Strandingthecolornotinuselooselyupthesideoftheknitting,continthepattworkinginstripesof6rowsAlbiteand2rowsGraniteuntiltheworkmeasures5⅛[6¼:7½:8⅝]in.(13[16:19:22]cm),endingwithRow2.**Shape armholeBindoff6stsin1x1ribatthebegofthenext2rows.37[43:49:55]sts.Continthepattinthestripesequenceuntilthearmholesmeasure3½[4:4⅜:4¾]in.(9[10:11:12]cm),endingwithRow2.Bindoffin1x1ribleavingalongyarntail.Markthe11th[13th:15th:17th]stfromeachendtodenotetheshoulders.

LEFT FRONT:Usingsize3(3.25mm)needlesandGranite,caston23[27:29:33]sts.Workasgivenforthebackfrom**to**.Shape armhole Bindoff6stsin1x1ribatthebegofthenextrow.17[21:23:27]sts.

Continthepattinthestripesequenceuntil17[19:23:27]rowslessthanthebackhavebeenworkedtotheshoulder,endingwitharsrow.shape neckBindoff2[4:4:4]stsatbegofnextrow.Keepingthepattcorrect,dec1stattheneckedgeonthenextandeveryfollaltrowuntil11[13:15:17]stsrem.Work9[11:15:15]rowswithoutshaping.Bindoffin1x1ribleavingalongyarntail.

RIGHT FRONT:Usingsize3(3.25mm)needlesandGranite,caston23[27:29:33]sts.Workasgivenforthebackfrom**to**.Patt1row.Shape armhole Bindoff6stsin1x1ribatthebegofthenextrow.17[21:23:27]sts.Continthepattinthestripesequenceuntil18[20:24:28]rowslessthanthebackhavebeenworkedtotheshoulder,endingwithawsrow.shape neckBindoff2[4:4:4]stsatthebegofthenextrow.Keepingthepattcorrect,dec1stattheneckedgeonthenextandeveryfollaltrowuntil11[13:15:17]stsrem.Work10[12:16:16]rowsstraight.Bindoffin1x1ribleavingalongyarntail. SLEEVES:Usingsize3(3.25mm)needlesandGranite,caston31[33:37:39]sts.Workthe2ribrowsofthebackfor1⅝[1⅝:1⅝:1⅝:2]in.4[4:4:5]cm,endingwithRibrow2.Changetosize6(4.0mm)needles.Workinthestripesandthepattasgivenfortheback,butinc1stateachendofthe3rd[3rd:5th:5th]andeveryfoll6th[6th:8th:8th]rowuntilthereare41[45:49:53]sts.Contwithoutshapinguntiltheworkmeasures5½[6¼:7½:9]in.(14[16:19:23]cm)fromthebeg,endingwithRow2.Markeachendofthelastrowtodenotethetopofthesleeveseam.Patt12rows.Bindoffin1x1ribleavingalongyarntail.

BUTTON BAND: Withrsfacing,joinGraniteandusingsize3(3.25mm)needles,pickupandk41[47:55:63]stsalongrightfrontedge.K1row.Workthe2Ribrowsoftheback3times.Bindoffk-wiseleavingalongyarntail.

BUTTONHOLE BAND: Withthersfacing,joinGraniteandusingsize3(3.25mm)needles,pickupandk41[47:55:63]stsalongtheleftfrontedge.

K1row.Workthe2Ribrowsoftheback.Buttonhole row (rs):Rib5[5:5:3],yfd,k2tog,(rib8[10:12:12],yfd,k2tog)3[3:3:4]times,rib4[4:6:2].Rib3rows.Bindoffk-wiseleavingalongyarntail.

COLLAR: Jointheshoulderseams.Withthersfacing,joinGranitetothecenterofthebuttonbandandusingsize3(3.25mm)needles,pickupandk3stsacrossthebuttonband,21[23:25:27]stsuptherightfrontneck,17[19:21:23]stsacrossthebackneck,21[23:25:27]stsdowntheleftfrontneckand3stsacrossthebuttonholebandtothecenter.65[71:77:83]sts.BegwithRibrow1oftheback,work4rowsinrib.Changetosize6(4.0mm)needlesandcontinribuntilthecollarmeasures2[2:2⅜:2⅜]in.(5[5:6:6]cm),endingwithRibrow2.Bindoffk-wiseleavingalongyarntail.FinishinGSewthebind-offedgeofthesleevestothearmholes,sewingthestraightsideedgesabovethemarkerstothebind-offgroupatthearmholes.Jointhesideandsleeveseams.Weaveintheends.Sewonthebuttonstocorrespondwiththebuttonholes.

Embroider an animal face on a small knitted patch, then sew it to the back of the jacket to customize your design.

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See Customizing Techniques 44 for more creative ideas

with embroidered features

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Materials• 1x3½oz.(100g)ballofDMCPetra5inblack(5310),palepink(5224)andpaleblue(54462)

• size0(2.0mm)crochethook•Tapestryneedle• Pebbles(fromagardencenter),approximately3⅛in.(8cm)wide

these pretty crochet stone covers are a mix ‘n’ match combination of three colors in three sizes and two styles. they’re useful for all sorts of purposes.

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SIZES Largeflower,2½in.(6.5cm)wide.Mediumflower,2in.(5cm)wide.Smallflower,1⅜in(3.5mm)wide.Heart,1⅝in.(4.25cm)wide.

ABBREVIATIONSSeereadingapatterncard.

SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONSsp(s)=space(s).petal=ch4,*(yoh)twotimes,inserthookintochspbelowch4,yoh,drawthroughchsp,(yoh,drawthrough2lps)twotimes,repfrom*oncemore,yoh,drawthroughall3lpsonhook,ch4,slstintothesamechspasthetrsts.5trtog=ch4,*(yoh)twotimes,inserthookintothenextst,yoh,drawyarnthroughst,(yoh,drawyarnthrough2lps)twotimes,repfrom*4moretimes,yoh,drawthroughall6lpsonhook.

TO MAKE LARGE FLOWER:Usingasize0(2.0mm)hookandyarnfortheflowercenter,makeaslidingring.Round 1:Ch1(doesnotcountasast),work16scintothering,slstintothefirstsc.16sc.Round 2: Ch6(countsasfirsttrandch3),skip1sc,(1dcintothebacklpofthenextsc,ch3,skip1dc)7times,slstintothe3rdofch6.Fastenoffleavingalongyarntail.Round 3: Joinyarnforflowertoanydc,ch1,work1scintothebaseofthech,ch5,skipthech3sp,(1scintothenextdc,ch5,skipnextthech3sp)7times,slstintothefirstsc.Round 4:(Slstintothenextch5sp,workpetal,ch5)8times,slstintothebaseofthefirstpetal.Round 5: (Ch5,withchbehindpetal,skippetal,slstintonextch5sp,workpetal)8times.Round 6: RepRound4.Fastenoffleavingalongyarntail.**Joinyarnforthemeshtoanych5sp.Mesh round 1: (Ch8,slstintothenextch5sp)7times,ch8,slstintothefirstch.***Mesh round 2:(Ch8,slstintothenextch8sp,ch8,slstintothesamech8spasthelastslst)7times,ch8,slstintothenextch8sp,ch4,work1trintothefirstch.

Mesh round 3: (Ch8,slstintothenextch8sp)15times,ch4,work1trintothetrstofthepreviousround.Replastrounduntiltheworkcoversthefrontofthepebbleandaboutonequarteroftheback.Fastenoff,leavingan8in.(20cm)yarntail.

FINISHINGWrapthecrochetmotifaroundapebble.Holdingthemotifinplaceandusingatapestryneedlethreadedwiththeyarntail,whipstitcheachchlponthelastroundanddrawthelpstog.Fastenoffsecurely.

MEDIUM FLOWER: WorkasgivenforthelargeflowertotheendofRound1.Fastenoffleavingalongyarntail.Jointheyarnfortheflowertoanyst,thenworkRounds2to4asgivenforthelargeflowerbutdonotfastenoffatendofRound2.Completeasgivenforthelargeflowerfrom**totheend.

SMALL FLOWER: WorkasgivenforthelargeflowertotheendofRound1.Fastenoffleavingalongyarntail.Jointheyarnfortheflowertoanyst,thenworkRound2asgivenforthelargeflowerbutdonotfastenoff.Next round:WorkRound4ofthelargeflower,workingintothethech3spinsteadofthech5sp.Completeasgivenforthelargeflowerfrom**totheend.

HEART: Usingasize0(2.0mm)hookandtheyarnfortheheart,makeaslidingring.Row 1 (rs):Ch4(countsasfirsttr),work6trintothering.Turn.7tr.Row 2:Ch4,work1trintothebaseofthech,work2trintoeachsttotheendoftherow.Turn.14tr.Row 3:Ch4(countsasfirstst),work5trtogoverthenext5tr,ch4,slstintoeachofthenext2tr,ch4,5trtogoverthenext5tr,ch4,slstintothenexttr.Fastenoff. Edging: Jointheyarnfortheedgingintoaslidingring.Round 1: Intotheringwork(1sc,ch4,slstintothe4thchfromthehook—picotworked,1sc),4scintothech4sp,1scintothebaseofthestonRow2,4scaroundstpost,1scintothebaseofthestonRow3,4scintothech4sp,2scintothetopofthe5trtog,4scintothech4sp,1scintothespbetweenthecenter2tronRow3,4scintothech4sp,2scintothetopofthe5trtog,4scintothech4sp,1scintothebaseofthestonRow3,4scintothech4sp,1scintothebaseofthestonRow2,4scaroundthestpost.Fastenoffandjoinwithaninvisiblejoin.JointheyarnforthemeshintothebacklpofthefirstscofRound1.Mesh round 1:Ch8,skipthepicot,slstintothebacklpofthenextsc,(ch8,skip5sc,slstintothebacklpofthenextsc)6times,ch8,slstintofirstch.Completeasgivenforthelargeflowerfrom***totheend.

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Materials

• 8oz.(225g)ofpurewoolAranyarn(suitableforfelting)inblackandwhite

• Pairofsize10½(6.5mm)knittingneedles

•Pins•Safetyrazor(optional)• Rotarycutterordressmaker’sscissors,steelrulerandcuttingmat

• Needleandmatchingsewingthread

this chic table set is made from pieces of knitted and felted fabric. Just knit a rectangle and square in striking barcode stripes, then felt them in the washing machine.

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size Placemat,15¾x13in.(40x33cm).Coaster,5⅛x5⅛in.(13x13cm).Napkinring,7x1½in.(18x4cm).Note:Allmeasurementsgivenareafterfelting.

abbreviationsSeereadingapatterncard.

stripe sequence4rowswhite,2rowsblack,2rowswhite,6rowsblack,2rowswhite,2rowsblack,4rowswhite,2rowsblack,2rowswhite,4rowsblack,2rowswhite,2rowsblack,2rowswhite,2rowsblack,6rowswhite,2rowsblack,2rowswhite,6rowsblack,2rowswhite,2rowsblack,2rowswhite,2rowsblack,4rowswhite,2rowsblack,2rowswhite,4rowsblack,2rowswhite,2rowsblack.

to make Note:Thenapkinringismadefromastripcutfromtheplacemat. place mat and napkin ring: Usingsize10½(6.5mm)needlesandwhite,caston100sts.Begwithakrow,continststandthestripesequence,strandingthecolornotinuseupthesideoftheknitting.Workthe78rowsofthestripesequence3times.(234rowsintotal.)Cuttheblackyarn.Work4rowsinwhite.Bindoffleavingalongyarntail.Weaveintheends.

coaster: Usingsize10½(6.5mm)needlesandwhite,caston40sts.Begwithakrow,continststandthestripesequence,strandingthecolornotinuseupthesideoftheknitting.Workthe78rowsofthestripesequenceonce.Cuttheblackyarn.Work4rowsinwhite.Bindoffleavingalongyarntail.

FinishingFelttheknittingfollowingtheinstructionsinknow-how11.Oncefelted,pinoutthepiecesonaslightlypaddedsurface,suchasatowel.Letdry,thenuseasafetyrazortoremoveanyfuzzifdesired.

Usingarotarycutterandasteelruleronacuttingmat,orusingdressmaker’sscissors,cuta1½in.(4cm)-widestripoffthelargerpieceforthenapkinring,thencutthisto7in.(18cm)long.Jointheshortendstoformaring.Trimtheplacematandcoastertothethesizesindicated.

Try working this table set in a varigated yarn. Just knit rows of stocking stitch and let the color formation produce the striped effect. The stripes may not be as regular and even as using two colors but you’ll achievea fascinating effect.

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charts for animal featuresEach square on the charts equals one duplicate stitch and each duplicate stitch is worked over one knit stitch.

Use the duplicate stitch (see Customizing Techniques 5) to add cute animal features to your projects.

The embroidery can be worked directly onto your knitting or crochet, onto a knitted patch or onto pockets, which are then attached to your projects—as shown in the overleaf.

Use a tapestry needle and yarn that is the same thickness as your knitting so you get an even coverage. Use a separate length of yarn for each section and do not pull the yarn too tight or the fabric will pucker.

customiZe Your throW...Embroider cute features onto a piece of knitting and sew it to one of your squares. Sew around the four sides and use it as a patch, or leave the top edge open for a secreat pocket on your beautiful throw.

embroider simple animal features on knitted patches and pockets to embellish your projects.

designer’s notebook: duplicate stitch revisited

bonus templatesvisit knit-and-stitch.com

KEYCreamBlackBrownMagentaGreyWhitePink





creamBlackBrownmagentagrayWhitePink

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stitch a friendly face onto a knitted pocket.

patch pocket

size Pocket 9⅞ x 9 in. (25 x 23cm).

ABBReViAtionsSee reading a pattern card.

to mAKeUsing size 9 (5.5mm) needles and Memphis, cast on 39 sts.M st row: K1, *p1, k1, rep from to the end of the row.Rep this row 4 more times.Work in st st with s st borders as foll:Row 1 (ws): K1, (p1, k1) two times, p to the last 5 sts, k1, (p1, k1) two times.

Row 2: K1, (p1, k1) two times, k to the last 5 sts, k1, (p1, k1) two times.Rep these two rows 21 more times, then work Row 1 again.Work the s st row 5 times. Bind off leaving a long yarn tail. Weave in the ends.

FinishingPositioning the features centrally on the pocket, use a tapestry needle and 1 strand of Aran yarn, or 2 strands of DK yarn held together, to work the features in duplicate stitch (see Customizing Techniques 5), following the first chart on the previous page. Use cream for the eyes, black for the pupils and brown for the nose and mouth.

Remove the pad from the pillow cover. Sew the sides and lower edge of the pocket centrally on the front of the cover. Insert the pad.

materials

• 1 x 3½ oz. (100g) ball of Stylecraft Jeanie Aran in Memphis

• Pair of size 9 (5.5mm) knitting needles

• Tapestry needle• Sewing needle and tacking thread• Scraps of cream, brown and black

Aran or DK yarn • Pillow cover with pad, 19⅝ in.

(50cm) square

blue jeansEmbellish jeans with a fun knitted pocket

feline pocketA large pocket is a useful addition to a fabric bag

beadY eYesCustomize a fabric pencil case with an eye pocket

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There are many pocket options and the choice depends on personal preference. The two types shown here give quite different results. However, for both options the opening is all that shows on the right side of the fabric.

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loose pockeTsLoose pockets have a double-layered lining that hangs from the pocket opening and isn’t attached to the reverse of the knitted fabric. Decide on the position and width of the pocket and follow the steps below.

1Work to the level of the pocket opening. With the right side facing, slip the stitches before the pocket onto a stitch holder. Join a new ball of yarn and purl the pocket stitches. Place the remaining stitches

onto another holder. Turn and work the main fabric pattern on the pocket stitches only.

2Knit the pocket until it is twice the required finished depth. On a right-side row, return to the main yarn and knit the stitches from the first holder. Knit the pocket stitches and the stitches from the

second holder. Continue knitting the rest of the stitches.

3Complete your knitting and bind off. Press the pocket—the garter stitch first pocket row creates a crisp folded edge. To finish the pocket, oversew the side edges using a tapestry needle and

matching yarn. Weave in the loose ends at the back and secure the corners of the pocket opening.

For a decorative finish, the edges of inserted pockets can be worked in a number of stitches and to different depths. Try basic rib or its variations, seed stitch or garter stitch. Or try cables for a more intricate effect. For added impact, work a buttonhole in the edging and add a corresponding statement button.

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4 If the pocket is on the right front of the garment, pick up the stitches along the right-hand side of the opening. Knit a

1⅛ in. (3cm)-deep ribbed edging and bind off. (For a left front pocket, pick up stitches on the left-hand edge of the opening.)

5Fold the edging back and pin it in place. Place the right side of the lining at the back of the pocket opening and use

the mattress stitch to attach the vertical edge invisibly to the opposite side of the opening.

6Slipstitch the remaining pocket edges to the back of the work, aligning the vertical and horizontal rows carefully.

Finally, unpin the edging, then slip stitch the top and bottom edges to the garment to conceal the pocket opening.

verTical inserTed pockeTsThe lining for this pocket is knitted separately. Decide on the number of rows required for the pocket opening. Knit the lining to this number of rows by the required width. Bind off and set aside.

1Knit the main piece to the pocket level, ending with a wrong-side row. On the next row, knit to the pocket opening position,

turn and work the same number of rows as the pocket lining on these stitches only, ending with a wrong-side row. Cut the yarn and transfer the stitches to a holder.

2Join the yarn to the remaining stitches and knit the same number of rows on these stitches only, ending with a

wrong-side row. Cut the yarn. The two equal sides of the opening are now ready.

3With the right side facing, return the first group of stitches to the left needle. Rejoin the yarn and knit across the first

and second groups of stitches to close the gap. Continue knitting the garment on all stitches.

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