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CONTENTS
WOMEN
Luxurious knits for ladies with style
6 Mareschino Cardigan

8 Embroidered Jumper

11 Crochet Cowl

13 Fisherman’s Rib Dress

16 Jumper

26 Side-to-Side Cable cardigan

30 Eivissa Shawl

32 Textured Rib Sweater

34 Knitted Top 56 32
37 Alcea Cowl

KIDS REGULARS
44 Raglan Cable Sweater

47 Lace and Garter Cowl


Adorable, fun knits from 61 Subscribe
48 Yoke Cardigan babies to teens
71 Glossary
50 Lace Hat 18 Easy Hats
76 Book Store
64 Ribbed Cardigan 22 Cabled Bonnet and Moss
Stitch Jacket 80 Store Directory
66 Cowl
56 Short Sleeve Jacket and 82 Next Issue
Headband

MEN 58 Child’s Fair Isle Ear Flap Hat


and Mitts
Knits that even he will love!
62 Girl’s Jumper
38 Man’s Jacket

41 Men’s Scarf and Beanie

52 His Jacket

HOME
Accessorise with style
20 Tea Cosy

42 Entrelac Garter Stitch Blanket

68 Bag

44 41
MARESCHINO CARDIGAN
A fitted cardigan with elbow length sleeves. Suitable for a beginner knitter.

BACK Shape bodice (83, 93, 101) sts. Shape left back neck and
Using 5.00mm needles, cast Next Row: RS - (inc) Inc 1 st Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl shoulders
on 75 (81, 93, 99) sts. at each end of this and foll 1, K2tog, psso, K to last 5 sts, Next Row: RS - Work 22 (26,
Next Row: RS - Knit 2 rows. 18 (12, 18, 12) th row, 2 (3, 2, K3tog, K2. 31, 35) sts, turn, leave rem 33
Next Row: RS - K1, *P1, K1; 3) times. 81 (89, 99, 107) sts, This row sets patt for dec. (37, 42, 46) sts on holder.
rep from * to end. 37 shaping rows. Dec 2 sts as set at each end Next Row: WS - Cast off 3(4,
Next Row: WS - P1, *K1, P1; Work 9 (11, 13, 15) rows straight. of foll 4th rows, 4 times. 5, 6) sts, at beg next 4 rows.
rep from * to end. Rep last 2 55 (63, 73, 81) sts, 19 Cast off rem 10 (10, 11, 11)
rows once. Shape armholes shaping rows. sts. Leave 11 centre sts on a
Now working in St st, work 20 Next Row: RS - (dec) Cast off Work 33 (35, 37, 39) rows holder, with RS facing, rejoin
rows straight. 3 sts at beg next 2 rows. 75 straight. yarn to rem 22 (26, 31, 35) sts.
Knit to end.
Shape right back neck and
shoulders
Next Row: WS - Cast off 3(4,
5, 6) sts, at beg of next 4 rows.
Cast off rem 10 (10, 11, 11) sts.

LEFT FRONT
Using 5.00mm needles, cast
on 37 (41, 47, 51) sts.
Knit 2 rows.
Next Row: RS - K1, *P1, K1;
rep from * to end.
Next Row: WS - P1, *K1, P1;
rep from * to end.
Rep last 2 rows once.
Now working in St st
throughout, work 20 rows
straight. **

Shape bodice
Next Row: RS - (inc) Inc 1 st
at beg of this and foll 18th
(12th, 18th, 12th) rows, 2 (3, 2,
3) times (40(45, 50, 55) sts,
37 shaping rows).
Work 9(11, 13, 15) rows
straight.

Shape armholes
Next Row: RS - (dec) Cast off
3 sts at beg of row, work to
end. 37 (42, 47, 52) sts.

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MARESCHINO CARDIGAN

Work 1 row. Dec 2 sts as set on foll 4th Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1, NECKBAND
Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl rows, 4 times. 27 (32, 37, 42) K2tog, psso, K to last 5 sts, K3 With RS facing and using
1, K2tog, psso, K to end. This sts, 19 shaping rows. tog, K2. 5.00mm circular needles, pick
row sets patt for dec. Work 30 rows straight. This row sets patt for dec. up 9 (10, 10, 11) sts across
Dec 2 sts as set on foll 4th Dec 2 sts as set at each end edge of neckband and right
rows, 4 times. 27 (32, 37, 42) Shape neck every foll 8th rows twice, then centre front holder, 9 (11, 13,
sts, 19 shaping rows. Next Row: WS - Work 21 (25, foll 6th rows twice, then foll 15) sts up right side front
Work 29 rows straight. 30, 34) sts, turn, leave rem 6 4th rows twice, then foll 2nd neck, 9 (11, 13, 15) sts down
(7, 7, 8) sts on a holder. rows 1 (2, 3, 4) time/s. 19 (21, right back neck, 11 sts across
Shape neck Dec 1 st at neck edge of next 23, 25) sts, 41 (43, 45, 47) centre back neck holder, 9 (11,
Next Row: RS - Work 21 (25, 5 (7, 9, 11) rows. 16 (18, 21, 23) shaping rows. 13, 15) sts up left back neck, 9
30, 34) sts, turn, leave rem 6 sts. Next Row: WS - Cast off 4 (5, (11, 13, 15) sts down left side
(7, 7, 8) sts on a holder. 6, 7) sts at beg next 2 rows. front neck, 9 (10, 10, 11) sts
Dec 1 st at neck edge of next Shape left shoulder Cast off rem 11 sts. across left centre front neck
5 (7, 9, 11) rows. 16 (18, 21, 23) Next Row: RS - Cast off 3 (4, holder and edge of neckband.
sts. 5, 6) sts at beg next row, then MAKING UP 65 (75, 83, 93) sts.
on foll alt row once. Using backstitch, join Next Row: WS - Work 3 rows
Shape left shoulder Cast off rem 10 (10, 11, 11) sts. shoulder seams. Using edge St st beg with a P row. Cast off
Next Row: RS - Cast off 3 (4, to edge st, join side and knitways.
5, 6) sts at beg next row, then SLEEVES sleeve seams.
on foll alt row once. Using 5.00mm needles, cast Jo Sharp
Cast off rem 10 (10, 11, 11) sts. on 43 (49, 55, 61) sts. LEFT FRONT BAND www.josharppatterns.com
Knit 2 rows. With RS facing and using a
RIGHT FRONT Next Row: RS - K1, *P1, K1; 5.00mm circular needle, pick
Work as for left front to **. rep from * to end. up 88 (93, 98, 103) sts evenly
Shape bodice Next Row: WS - P1, *K1, P1; up left front. SKILL LEVEL
Next Row: RS - (inc) Inc 1 st at rep from * to end. Work 3 rows St st beg with a
end of this and foll 18th (12th, Rep last 2 rows once. P row. Cast off.
beginner
18th, 12th) rows, 2 (3, 2, 3)
times. 40 (45, 50, 55) sts, 37 Shape sides RIGHT FRONT BAND WHAT YOU'LL NEED
shaping rows. Next Row: RS - (inc) Working With RS facing and using a
Work 10 (12, 14, 16) rows in St st throughout, inc 1 st at 5.00mm circular needle, pick Yarn
straight. each end of this and foll 4th up 88 (93, 98, 103) sts evenly 12, 13, 15, 17 balls
rows, 6 times. 57 (63, 69, 75) up right front. 50gm Jo Sharp Desert
Shape armholes sts, 25 shaping rows. Next Row: WS - Purl 1 row. Garden Aran Cotton 249
Next Row: WS - (dec) Cast off Work 9(11, 13, 15) rows straight. Make buttonholes: RS - K3, Mareschino
3 sts at beg of row, work to cast off 2 sts, [K14 (15, 16, 6 x 10mm buttons
end. 37 (42, 47, 52) sts. Shape sleeve cap 17), cast off 2 sts] 5 times,
Next Row: RS - (dec) K to last Next Row: RS - (dec) Cast off K3. Needles and tools
5 sts, K3tog, K2. 3 sts at beg next 2 rows. Next Row: WS - Purl, 5.00mm knitting needles
This row sets patt for dec. 51 (57, 61, 67) sts). casting on the 2 sts cast 5.00mm circular needle
off in the previous row 80cm long
(6 buttonholes). 3 stitch holders
MEASUREMENTS
Cast off knitways.
TO FIT BUST 80 90 100 110CM
Tension
FINISHED FIT 88 97 108 117CM
PLACE BUTTONS 18 sts by 24 rows over
GARMENT LENGTH 53 54 56 58CM
Sew buttons on left front Stocking st on 5.00mm
SLEEVE LENGTH 16.5 17.5 18.5 19CM
band, corresponding with needles to 10cm
buttonholes.

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EMBROIDERED JUMPER
Design by Patons

STITCH GUIDE Beg Patt Divide for Back Opening Beg Short Rows for Shoulder
BACK Row 1: P9 (16, 2), * K1, P19, Next Row: Patt 40 (42, 45) Shaping
Using 3.75mm needles, cast rep from * to last 10 (17, 3) sts, sts, P2tog, turn. Row 1: Patt 33 (35, 37), turn.
on 91 (105, 117) sts. K1, P9 (16, 2). Cont on these 41 (43, 46) sts Row 2: Patt to end.
Knit 5 rows garter st (first row Row 2: K9 (16, 2), * P1, K19, for right side of opening. Row 3: Patt 25 (27, 28), turn.
is WS). rep from * to last 10 (17, 3) sts, Work 22 (24, 26) rows. Row 4: Patt to end.
Row 6: K3 (3, 9), * inc in next P1, K9 (16, 2). Row 5: Patt 17 (18, 19), slip
st, K11 (13, 13), rep from * to Rep last 2 rows 4 times. Beg Short Rows for Shoulder these 17 (18, 19) sts onto a
last 4 (4, 10) sts, inc in next st, Row 11: Purl. Shaping stitch-holder and leave for
K3 (3, 9). 99 (113, 125) sts. Row 12: Knit. Note – When working short neckband, patt to end.
Knit 1 row. Rep last 2 rows twice. rows – proceed as folls to Cast off rem 24 (25, 27) sts
Row 17: P19 (6, 12), * K1, P19, avoid holes in your work. loosely.
rep from * to last 20 (7, 13) Take yarn under needle and
SKILL LEVEL sts, K1, P19 (6, 12). onto other side of work, FRONT
Row 18: K19 (6, 12), * P1, K19, slip next st onto right-hand Work as for Back to **.
rep from * to last 20 (7, 13) needle, take yarn back to Work 29 (25, 25) rows without
intermediate sts, P1, K19 (6, 12). original position, slip st further shaping.
Rep last 2 rows 4 times. back onto left-hand needle,
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Row 27: Purl. then turn and proceed as Shape Neck
Yarn Row 28: Knit. instructed in pattern. Next Row: Patt 32 (34, 37),
8, 9, 11 balls 50gm Rep last 2 rows twice. Row 1: WS - Patt 33 (35, 37), patt 2tog, turn.
Patons Bluebell Merino Last 32 rows form patt. turn. Cont on these 33 (35, 38) sts
5ply in Dove Grey 4328 Work a further 4 rows. Row 2: Patt to end. for left side of neck.
Small quantity of Cream Row 3: Patt 25 (27, 28), turn. Keeping patt correct, dec one
and Yellow embroidery Beg Side Shaping Row 4: Patt to last 17 (18, 19) st at neck edge in next 4 rows,
thread or tapestry wool Keeping patt correct and sts, turn, slip last 17 (18, 19) then in every foll alt row until
1 button working extra sts into patt, inc sts onto a stitch-holder and 27 (28, 30) sts rem, then in
one st at each end of next row, leave for neckband. every foll 4th row until 24 (25,
Needles and Tools then in every foll 8th row until Row 5: Patt to end. 27) sts rem.
3.75mm knitting needles there are 113 (127, 139) sts. Cast off rem 24 (25, 27) sts
3 stitch holders Cont without further shaping loosely. Beg Short Rows for Shoulder
Wool sewing needle until Back measures 28cm With RS facing, join yarn to Shaping
3.50mm crochet hook from beg, working last row on rem 41 (43, 46) sts for left Row 1: WS – Patt 16 (17, 18),
WS. side of opening. turn.
Tension Work 24 (26, 28) rows. Row 2: Patt to end.
26 sts by 35 rows over Shape Armholes
stocking st, on 3.75mm Keeping patt correct, cast off MEASUREMENTS
needles to 10cm 8 (10, 12) sts at beg of next 2
SIZE S M L
rows. 97 (107, 115) sts.
TO FIT BUST 80 90 100CM
Special abbreviations Dec one st at each end of next
FINISHED FIT 86 96 106CM
inc twice = work into row, then in every foll alt row
GARMENT LENGTH 47 48 49CM
front, then back, then until 83 (87, 93) sts rem. **
SLEEVE LENGTH 45CM
front again of next st. Work 27 (23, 23) rows without
further shaping.

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EMBROIDERED JUMPER

Row 3: Patt 8 (9, 9), turn.


Row 4: Patt to end.
Row 5: Patt to end across all sts.
Cast off loosely.
Slip next 15 sts onto stitch-
holder and leave for
neckband.
With RS facing, join yarn to
rem 34 (36, 39) sts for right
side of neck.
Next Row: Patt 2tog, patt to end.
Keeping patt correct, dec one
st at neck edge in next 4 rows,
then in every foll alt row until
27 (28, 30) sts rem, then in
every foll 4th row until 24 (25,
27) sts rem.
Work 1 row.

Beg Short Rows for Shoulder


Shaping
Row 1: Patt 16 (17, 18), turn.
Row 2: Patt to end.
Row 3: Patt 8 (9, 9), turn.
Row 4: Patt to end.
Cast off remaining stitches
loosely.

SLEEVES
Using 3.75mm needles, cast
on 46 (50, 52) sts.
Knit 6 rows garter st (first row
is WS), inc 5 sts evenly across
last row. 51 (55, 57) sts.
Knit 1 row.

Beg Patt
Row 1: P5 (7, 8), * K1, P19, rep
from * to last 6 (8, 9) sts, K1,
P5 (7, 8).
Row 2: K5 (7, 8), * P1, K19, rep
from * to last 6 (8, 9) sts, P1,
K5 (7, 8).
Rep last 2 rows twice.

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EMBROIDERED JUMPER

Keeping patt correct as Row 3: Sl 1 knitways, P9 (11, 11),


placed (noting that 32 rows sl 1 knitways, K2tog, psso, turn.
form patt rep as before) and Rep last 2 rows 4 (5, 6) times,
working extra sts into patt, then 2nd row once. 15 (17, 17)
inc one st at each end of sts.
next row, then in every foll Next Row: Sl 1 knitways, P9 (11,
8th (8th, 6th) row until there 11), sl 1 knitways, K1, psso, turn.
are 55 (87, 81) sts, then in Next Row: Sl 1 purlways, K9
every foll 10th (10th, 8th) (11, 11), P2tog, P1.
row until there are 79 (89, Cast off rem 13 (15, 15) sts.
97) sts.
Work 9 (7, 7) rows. NECKBAND
Next Row: Inc in first st, patt Using mattress st, join
38 (43, 47), inc twice, patt to shoulder seams. With RS
last st, inc in last st. 83 (93, facing and using 3.75mm
101) sts. needles, slip 17 (18, 19) sts
Work 7 rows. from left back stitch-holder
onto needle, then using same
Shape Top needle and with RS facing,
Keeping patt correct, cast off knit up 19 (21, 23) sts evenly
one st at beg of every row 8 along left side of front neck,
(10, 10) times. 75 (83, 91) sts. knit across 15 sts from front
Next Row: Cast off one st, stitch-holder, knit up 19 (21,
patt 27 (29, 31) incl st already 23) sts evenly along right side
on right-hand needle after of front neck, then knit across
casting off, inc twice, patt 17 (18, 19) sts from right back
17 (21, 25), inc twice, patt to stitch-holder. 87 (93, 99) sts.
end. 78 (86, 94) sts. Knit 4 rows garter st.
Cast off one st at beg of next Cast off loosely (on WS).
13 (13, 15) rows. 65 (73, 79)
sts. MAKING UP
Next Row: Cast off one Join side and sleeve seams.
st, patt 31 (35, 38) incl st Sew in sleeves.
already on right-hand needle, With RS facing and using
inc twice, patt to end. 66 (74, 3.5mm hook, work 1 round dc
80) sts. evenly around back opening,
Cast off one st at beg of next making a chain loop to suit
21 (11, 7) rows. 45 (63, 73) sts. chosen button size at top
Cast off 2 sts at beg of next of right-hand side of back
2 rows. opening. Sew on button.
Cast off one st at beg of next Flower embroidery – Using
2 rows. 39 (57, 67) sts. yellow thread or yarn, work a
Rep last 4 rows 0 (2, 3) times. Lazy Daisy flower at the top
39 (45, 49) sts. of each knit stitch stem, then
using cream thread or yarn,
Beg Short Rows work a French Knot in centre.
Row 1: P24 (28, 30), sl 1
knitways, K2tog, psso, turn. Patons
Row 2: Sl 1 purlways, K9 (11, Ph: 1800 337 032
11), P3tog, turn. www.patonsyarns.com.au

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CROCHET COWL
Design by Alison Craven

WORKING PATTERN
Using 7.00mm hook chain 48.

Foundation Row: 1 tr into 6th


ch from hook, * 1 ch, miss 1
ch, 1 tr into next ch, rep from
* to end, turn.

Pattern Row: 4 ch (counts


as first tr and 1 ch), miss (1tr
and 1 ch) at end of previous
row, 1 tr into next tr, * 1ch,
miss 1ch, 1tr into next tr, rep
from * to end, working tr at
end of last rep into 3rd of 4 ch
at beginning of previous row,
turn.

Repeat pattern row until work


measures 85 cm or length
desired.

MAKING UP
Fasten off securely leaving a
long tail of yarn. Use tail of SKILL LEVEL
yarn to sew ends together
completing the cowl.
Neaten ends. beginner

WHAT YOU'LL NEED


Knitting Yarns by Mail
114 Fox and Fanckes Rd Yarn
Boolarra Sth, Vic 2 balls Noro Silk Garden
Ph: 0408 992 927
www.knittingyarns.com.au Needles and Tools
7.00mm crochet hook

Tension
Not critical to project
MEASUREMENTS
SIZE ONE SIZE FITS ALL

Creative Knitting 11
FISHERMAN’S RIB DRESS

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FISHERMAN’S RIB DRESS
Design by Cleckheaton

STITCH GUIDE Shape Raglan Armholes Work 2 rows patt. **


BACK Keeping patt correct, cast off Rep last 8 rows 8 (7, 5, 4, 3)
SKILL LEVEL
Using 3.25mm needles, cast 2 sts at beg of next 2 rows. 89 times. 53 (55, 55, 57, 61) sts.
on 105 (115, 127, 137, 149) sts. (99, 111, 121, 133) sts. Next Row: K7, P1, knit to last
Row 1: K2, * P1, K1, rep from Work 1 row. 8 sts, P1, K7. advanced
* to last st, K1.
Row 2: K1, * P1, K1, rep from Sizes S, M, L and XL only Shape Back Neck WHAT YOU'LL NEED
* to end. Row 4: K7, P1, knit to last 8 Row 1: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, turn.
Rep last 2 rows 11 times, sts, P1, K7. Cont on these 7 sts for right Yarn
then 1st row once (25 rows Row 5: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt side of neck. 19, 21, 24, 26, 28 balls
rib in all). to last 8 sts, P2tog, patt 6. Row 2: K1, P1, K5. 50gm Cleckheaton
Change to 4.00mm needles. Row 6: Knit. Row 3: Patt 4, P3tog tbl. Country 8ply in Dark
Row 7: As 5th row. Row 4: K1, P1, K3. Violet 2181
Beg Fisherman’s Rib Patt Rep last 4 rows (2, 7, 10, 13) Row 5: Patt 3, sl 1, K1, psso.
Row 1: WS – Knit. times. (87, 79, 77, 77) sts. Row 6: K4. Needles and Tools
Row 2: K1, * K1B, P1, rep from Work 2 rows. Row 7: Patt 2, P2tog tbl. 3.25mm knitting needles
* to last 2 sts, K1B, K1. Row 8: K1, P1, K1. 4.00mm knitting needles
Last 2 rows form patt. All sizes. 89 (87, 79, 77, 77) sts. Row 9: K1, sl 1, K1, psso. 2 sts. 3.25mm set of double,
Work 4 rows patt. Next Row: K7, P1, knit to last 8 Row 10: P2, turn, K2tog. pointed knitting needles
sts, P1, K7. Fasten off. 4 stitch-holders
Shape Sides Next Row: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, Slip next 37 (39, 39, 41, 45) Wool sewing needle
Keeping patt correct, dec one patt to last 8 sts, P2tog, sts onto a stitch-holder and
st at each end of next row, patt 6. leave for neckband. Tension
then in every foll 24th row Next Row: Knit. 22 sts by 42 rows over
until 93 (103, 115, 125, 137) sts Next Row: Patt 6, P1, patt to With RS facing, join yarn to Fisherman’s Rib, on
rem. last 7 sts, P1, patt 6. rem 8 sts for left side of neck 4.00mm needles to
Cont without further shaping Next Row: Knit. and proceed as folls: 10cm
until Back measures 59cm Next Row: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, Row 1: P2tog, patt 6.
from beg, working last row patt to last 8 sts, P2tog, patt Row 2: K5, P1, K1. Special abbreviations
on WS. 6. 85 (83, 75, 73, 73) sts. Row 3: P3tog, patt 4. K1B = Knit 1 below –
Row 4: K3, P1, K1. insert right-hand needle
MEASUREMENTS Row 5: K2tog, patt 3. through centre of st
SIZE XS S M L XL
Row 6: K4. below next st on left-
Row 7: P2tog, patt 2. hand needle. Wind yarn
TO FIT BUST 70 80 90 100 110CM
Row 8: K1, P1, K1. round needle and knit
FINISHED FIT 82 92 102 112 122CM
Row 9: K2tog, K1. 2 sts. as usual, at same time
GARMENT LENGTH 80 81 82 83 84CM
Row 10: P2, turn, K2tog. allowing st above to drop
SLEEVE LENGTH 46CM
Fasten off. off needle.

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FISHERMAN’S RIB DRESS

Slip next 23 (25, 25, 27, 31) sts SLEEVES


onto a stitch-holder and leave Using 3.25mm needles, cast
for neckband. on 47 (49, 51, 53, 55) sts.
With RS facing, join yarn to Row 1: K2, * P1, K1, rep from *
rem 21 sts for right side of to last st, K1.
neck. and proceed as folls: Row 2: K1, * P1, K1, rep from
Row 1: Patt to last 8 sts, * to end.
P2tog, patt 6. Rep last 2 rows 7 times, then
Row 2: Knit to last 2 sts, P1, 1st row once (17 rows rib in
K1. all).
Row 3: Sl 1, K1, psso, patt to Change to 4.00mm needles.
last 7 sts, P1, patt 6.
Row 4: Knit. Beg Fisherman’s Rib Patt
Row 5: Sl 1, K1, psso, patt to Row 1: WS – Knit.
last 8 sts, P2tog, patt 6. 17 sts. Row 2: K1, * K1B, P1, rep from
Row 6: Knit to last 2 sts, P1, * to last 2 sts, K1B, K1.
K1. Last 2 rows form patt.
Row 7: Sl 1, K1, psso, patt to Work 5 rows patt.
end. Keeping patt correct and
Row 8: K7, P1, knit to end. working extra sts into patt,
Row 9: Sl 1, K1, psso, patt to inc one st at each end of next
last 8 sts, P2tog, patt 6. 14 sts. row, then in every foll 26th
Row 10: Knit to last 2 sts, P1, (18th, 12th, 8th, 6th) row
FRONT Row 13: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt K1. until there are 59 (65, 75, 75,
Work as for Back to **. to last st, K1. Row 11: Sl 1, K1, psso, patt to 77) sts, sizes L and XL only
Rep last 8 rows 5 (4, 2, 1, 0) Row 14: Knit. last 7 sts, P1, patt 6. – then in every foll (10th,
times. 65 (67, 67, 69, 73) sts. Row 15: Patt to last 2 sts, Row 12: Knit. 8th) row until there are (85,
Next Row: K7, P1, knit to last 8 K2tog. Row 13: K1, patt to last 8 sts, 95) sts.
sts, P1, K7. Row 16: Knit to last 8 sts, P1, P2tog, patt 6. All sizes. 59 (65, 75, 85, 95)
K7. Row 14: Knit. sts.
Shape Neck Row 17: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt Row 15: Sl 1, K1, psso, patt to Cont without further shaping
Row 1: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt to last st, K1. end. until Sleeve measures 46cm
13, turn. Rep rows 10 to 12 incl once. Row 16: K7, P1, knit to end. from beg, working last row on
Cont on these 20 sts for left 9 sts. Row 17: K1, patt to last 8 sts, WS.
side of neck. Next Row: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, P2tog, patt 6.
Row 2: K1, P1, knit to end. K1. Rep rows 10 to 12 incl once. Shape Raglan
Row 3: Patt 6, P1, patt to last Next Row: Knit. 9 sts. Cast off 2 sts at beg of next 2
2 sts, K2tog. Next Row: Patt 6, P2tog tbl. Next Row: K1, P2tog, patt 6. rows. 55 (61, 71, 81, 91) sts.
Row 4: Knit. Next Row: K1, P1, K5. Next Row: Knit. Work 1 row.
Row 5: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt Next Row: Patt 5, sl 1, K1, Next Row: P2tog, patt 6.
to last 2 sts, K2tog. 17 sts. psso. Next Row: K5, P1, K1. Sizes XS and S only
Row 6: K1, P1, knit to end. Next Row: K6. Next Row: K2tog, patt 5. *** Row 4: WS – K7, P1, knit to
Row 7: Patt to last 2 sts, Next Row: Patt 4, P2tog tbl. Next Row: K6. last 8 sts, P1, K7.
K2tog. Next Row: K1, P1, K3. Next Row: P2tog, patt 4. Row 5: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt
Row 8: Knit to last 8 sts, P1, Next Row: Patt 3, sl 1, K1, Next Row: K3, P1, K1. to last 8 sts, P2tog, patt 6.
K7. psso. Next Row: K2tog, patt 3. Row 6: Knit.
Row 9: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt Next Row: K4. Next Row: K4. Row 7: Patt 6, P1, patt to last
to last 2 sts, K2tog. 14 sts. Next Row: Patt 2, P2tog tbl. Next Row: P2tog, patt 2. 7 sts, P1, patt 6.
Row 10: K1, P1, knit to end. Next Row: K1, P1, K1. Next Row: K1, P1, K1. Rep 6th and 7th rows twice,
Row 11: Patt 6, P1, patt to last Next Row: K1, sl 1, K1, psso. Next Row: K2tog, K1. then 6th row once.
2 sts, K2tog. Next Row: P2, turn, K2tog. Next Row: P2, turn, K2tog. Row 13: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt
Row 12: Knit. Fasten off. Fasten off. to last 8 sts, P2tog, patt 6.

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FISHERMAN’S RIB DRESS

Work 6 rows. ** Next Row: Knit. Leave rem 19 (21, 23, 21, 23) to last 2 sts, sl 1, K1, psso)
Rep from ** to ** 1 (0) times. Next Row: Patt 6, P1, patt to sts on a stitch-holder. across sts from right Sleeve
47 (57) sts. last 7 sts, P1, patt 6. stitch-holder, knit up 6 sts
Next Row: Knit. NECKBAND evenly along side of back
Sizes M, L and XL only Next Row: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, Using mattress st, join neck shaping, patt across
Row 4: WS – K7, P1, knit to patt to last 8 sts, P2tog, patt raglan seams, noting that sts from Back stitch-holder,
last 8 sts, P1, K7. 6. *** tops of sleeves form part of then knit up 6 sts evenly
Row 5: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt Work 2 rows. neckline. along other side of back neck
to last 8 sts, P2tog, patt 6. Rep last 8 rows 5 (7, 9, 7, 6) With RS facing, using set shaping. 140 (148, 156, 156,
Row 6: Knit. times, then rep from *** to of 3.25mm double-pointed 168) sts.
Row 7: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, patt *** 0 (1, 1, 1, 1) times. 23 (21, needles and beg at left back Round 1: * K1, P1, rep from *
to last 8 sts, P2tog, patt 6. 23, 21, 23) sts. raglan seam, work (K2tog, to end.
Rep rows 4 to 7 incl (0, 5, 8) patt to last 2 sts, sl 1, K1, Rep 1st round 7 times.
times. (67, 57, 55) sts. Size XS only psso) across sts from left Cast off loosely in rib.
Work 2 rows. Next Row: K7, P1, knit to last 8 Sleeve stitch-holder, knit up
sts, P1, K7. 17 (17, 19, 19, 19) sts evenly MAKING UP
All sizes. 47 (57, 67, 57, 55) sts. Next Row: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, along left side of front neck Do not press. Join side and
*** Next Row: K7, P1, knit to patt to last 8 sts, P2tog, patt 6. shaping, patt across sts from sleeve seams.
last 8 sts, P1, K7. Next Row: K6, K2tog, knit to Front stitch-holder, knit up
Next Row: Patt 6, P2tog tbl, last 2 sts, K2tog, K6. 19 sts. 17 (17, 19, 19, 19) sts evenly Cleckheaton
patt to last 8 sts, P2tog, All sizes along right side of front neck Phone 1800 337 032
patt 6. Work 0 (3, 1, 1, 1) rows. shaping, work (K2tog, patt www.cleckheaton.com.au

Creative Knitting 15
JUMPER
Design by Patons

STITCH GUIDE Last 2 rows form purl fabric. dec one st at neck edge in Slip next 20 sts onto a
NOTE – This jumper is Cont in purl fabric until Back next 5 rows. stitch-holder and leave for
worked on larger needles measures 61 (62, 63, 64, 65) Work 1 row. neckband.
and at a looser tension than cm from beg, ending with a Cast off rem 9 (11, 12, 10, 14) With RS facing, join yarn to
usually recommended for knit row. sts. rem 40 (46, 51, 56, 61) sts for
this yarn. right side of front neck and
Shape Shoulders and Back FRONT purl to end.
BACK Neck Work as for Back until there Rep from ** to **, working 2
Using 4.00mm needles, cast Next Row: Cast off 8 (9, 10, are 12 (14, 14, 16, 18) rows less rows instead of 1 row before
on 100 (112, 122, 132, 142) sts. 12, 12) sts, P30 (34, 37, 39, 43) than Back to beg of shoulder shaping shoulder.
Work 11 rows garter st (first incl st already on right-hand and neck shaping, ending with
row is WS). needle after casting off, turn. a knit row. SLEEVES
Change to 4.50mm needles. Cont on these 30 (34, 37, 39, Using 4.00mm needles, cast
Row 1: RS – Purl. 43) sts for right side of back Shape Neck on 46 (48, 50, 50, 52) sts.
Row 2: Knit. neck. Next Row: P40 (46, 51, 56, Work 11 rows garter st (first
Dec one st at neck edge in 61), turn. row is WS), inc 8 sts evenly
next 5 rows, at same time cast Cont on these 40 (46, 51, 56, across last row. 54 (56, 58, 58,
SKILL LEVEL off 8 (9, 10, 12, 12) sts in every 61) sts for left side of front 60) sts.
foll alt row twice. neck. Change to 4.50mm needles.
Cast off rem 9 (11, 12, 10, 14) ** Dec one st at neck edge in Work 6 rows purl fabric as for
beginner sts. next 4 (4, 6, 6, 6) rows, then in Back.
Slip next 24 (26, 28, 30, 32) every foll alt row 3 (4, 3, 4, 5) Inc one st at each end of
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
sts onto a stitch-holder and times. 33 (38, 42, 46, 50) sts. next row, then in every foll
Yarn leave for neckband. Work 1 row. 6th (6th, 4th, 4th, 4th) row
14, 16, 17, 19, 20 balls With RS facing, join yarn to until there are 72 (82, 62,
50gm Patons Totem rem sts and purl to end. Shape Shoulder 72, 80) sts, then in every foll
Merino 8ply in Frosty Cont on these 38 (43, 47, 51, Cast off 8 (9, 10, 12, 12) sts at 8th (8th, 6th, 6th, 6th) row
Green 4366 55) sts for left side of back beg of next row, then in every until there are 84 (88, 92, 96,
neck. foll alt row twice. 100) sts.
Needles Cast off 8 (9, 10, 12, 12) sts at Work 1 row. Cont without further
4.00mm knitting needles beg of next row, then in every Cast off rem 9 (11, 12, 10, 14) shaping until Sleeve
4.50mm knitting needles foll alt row twice, at same time sts. ** measures 52cm from beg,
2 stitch-holders ending with a knit row.
Wool sewing needle MEASUREMENTS
Shape Top
SIZE XS S M L XL
Tension Cast off 7 (8, 7, 8, 9) sts at
TO FIT BUST 70 80 90 100 110CM
21 sts by 28 rows over beg of next 2 rows, then 7
FINISHED FIT 94 104 114 124 134CM
stocking st, on 4.50mm (7, 8, 8, 8) sts at beg of foll
GARMENT LENGTH 62 63 64 65 66CM
needles to 10cm 8 rows.
SLEEVE LENGTH 52CM
Cast off rem 14 (16, 14, 16, 18)
sts.

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JUMPER

NECKBAND
Using mattress st, join right
shoulder seam. With RS facing
and using 4mm needles, knit
up 19 (19, 21, 22, 24) sts evenly
along left side of front neck,
knit across sts from front
stitch-holder, knit up 19 (19, 21,
22, 24) sts evenly along right
side of front neck to shoulder
seam, knit up 6 sts evenly
along right side of back neck,
knit across sts from back
stitch-holder, then knit up 6 sts
evenly along left side of back
neck. 94 (96, 102, 106, 112) sts.
Row 1: K2, * P1, K1, rep from *
to end.
Rep last row 16 times.
Cast off loosely in rib.

MAKING UP
Do not press. Join left
shoulder and neckband seam.
Measure 21 (22, 23, 24, 25) cm
down from each shoulder seam
on Back and Front at
side edges and tie a coloured
thread to mark position of
armholes. Placing centre of
sleeve to shoulder seam, sew
in sleeves evenly between
coloured threads. Join side
and sleeve seams. Fold
neckband to inside and slip-
stitch loosely in position. Sew
in ends.

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EASY HATS
MEASUREMENTS
SIZE 2-4 6-8 YEARS
TO FIT HEAD 44 50CM

Design by Gitta Schrade for Naturally Yarns

SKILL LEVEL STITCH GUIDE Next Row: *K1, p1; rep from * Next Row: Purl.
HAT 1 to end. Next Row: RS - *K2, k2tog;
With 5.50mm needles, cast on Next Row: K2tog across row - rep from * to end. 24 (27) sts.
beginner
60 (68) sts. 15 (17) sts. Next Row: Purl.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED Row 1: RS - *K2, p2; rep from Next Row: P. Next Row: RS - *K2tog; rep
* to end. Break yarn, leaving longer end, from * to last 0 (1) st, k0 (1).
Yarn Row 2: *K2, p2; rep from * to thread yarn through rem sts, 12 (14) sts.
Loyal Chunky/14ply end. pull together, secure, fasten off. Next Row: Purl.
(50gr) Rib further 6 (8) rows. Join back seam. Break yarn, leaving longer
Hat 1 Next Row: RS - K. end, thread yarn through
1, 2 balls in shade #947 Next Row: WS - K. HAT 2 AND 3 rem sts, pull together, secure,
Hat 2 Next Row: RS - P. With 5.50mm needles and A, fasten off.
1 ball in A shade #917 Next Row: WS - K. cast on 60 (68) sts. Join back seam.
1 ball in B shade #901 Stst 2 rows. Row 1: RS - *K2, p2; rep from Make firm pompom of finished
1 ball in C shade #951 Next Row: RS - P. * to end. 6.5 (7.5) cm using all 3 shades
Hat 3 Next Row: WS - K. Row 2: *K2, p2; rep from * to and attach to top of hat.
1 ball in A shade #924 Next Row: RS - P. end.
1 ball in B shade #929 Next Row: WS - P. Rib further 6 (8) rows. HAT 4
1 ball in C shade #947 Change to 6.00mm needles. Change to 6.00mm needles. With 5.50mm needles, cast on
Hat 4 Row 1: RS - *K2, p2; rep from 60 (68) sts.
2 balls in shade #901 * to end. Beg Stripes Row 1: RS - *K2, p2; rep from
Row 2: *K2, p2; rep from * to **B, Stst 4 rows. * to end.
Needles end. C, Stst 4 rows. Row 2: *K2, p2; rep from * to
5.50mm knitting needles Cont in 2 by 2 rib until piece A, Stst 2 rows.** end.
6.00mm knitting needles measures 12 (14) cm from Rep from ** to ** until piece Rib further 6 (8) rows.
beg, end with a WS row. measures 12 (14) cm from Change to 6.00mm needles.
Tension beg, end with a WS row. Row 1: RS - *P2, k2; rep from
14 sts by 20 rows over Shape Top * to end.
Stst on 6.00mm needles Next Row: RS - *K2, p2, k2, Shape Top Row 2: *P2, k2; rep from * to
10cm p2tog; rep from * to last 4 sts; Cont in Stripes while shaping end.
k2, p2. 53 (60) sts. top. Row 3: RS - *K2, p2; rep from
Special abbreviations Next Row: K2, p2; *k1, p2, k2, Next Row: RS - *K6, k2tog; * to end.
skp – slip 1 stitch, knit 1 p2; rep from * to end. rep from * to last 4 sts; k4. 53 Row 4: *K2, p2; rep from * to
stitch, pass the slipped Next Row: *K2, p2tog, k2, p1; (60) sts. end.
stitch over; rep from * to last 4 sts; k2, Next Row: Purl. Rep last 4 rows until piece
p2tog. 45 (51) sts. Next Row: RS - *K5, k2tog; measures 12 (14) cm from
Next Row: K1, p2; *k1, p2, k1, rep from * to last 4 sts; k4. 46 beg, end with a WS row.
p2; rep from * to end. (52) sts.
Next Row: *K2, p1, k2tog, p1; Next Row: Purl. Shape Top
rep from * to last 3 sts; k2, p1. Next Row: RS - *K4, k2tog; Next Row: RS - *K6, k2tog;
38 (43) sts. rep from * to last 4 sts; k4. 39 rep from * to last 4 sts; k4. 53
Next Row: K1, p2; *k1, p1, k1, (44) sts. (60) sts.
p2; rep from * to end. Next Row: Purl. Next Row: Knit.
Next Row: *K2tog, p1, k1, p1; Next Row: RS - *K3, k2tog; Next Row: RS - *K5, k2tog;
rep from * to last 3 sts; k2tog, rep from * to last 4 sts; k4. 32 rep from * to last 4 sts; k4. 46
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p1. 30 (34) sts. (36) sts. (52) sts.

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EASY HATS

Next Row: Knit.


Next Row: RS - *K4, k2tog;
rep from * to last 4 sts; k4. 39
(44) sts.
Next Row: Knit.
Next Row: RS - *K3, k2tog;
rep from * to last 4 sts; k4. 32
(36) sts.
Next Row: Knit.
Next Row: RS - *K2, k2tog;
rep from * to end. 24 (27) sts.
Next Row: Knit.
Next Row: RS - *K1, k2tog;
rep from * to end. 16 (18) sts.
Next Row: K2tog. 8 (9) sts.
Break yarn, leaving longer
end, thread yarn through
rem sts, pull together, secure,
fasten off.
Join back seam.

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Creative Knitting 19
TEA COSY
A simple to knit tea cosy worked in Moss st with a decorative lace panel,
knitted bobbles and drawstring. Design by Jo Sharp

MEASUREMENTS
WIDTH 23CM
HEIGHT 18CM

SKILL LEVEL

intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED


Yarn
1 ball 50gm Jo Sharp
Classic DK Wool in Col A
349 Porcelain
1 ball 50gm Jo Sharp
Classic DK Wool in Col B
007 Teal
1 ball 50gm Jo Sharp
Classic DK Wool in Col C
008 Aubergine
1 ball 50gm Jo Sharp
Classic DK Heather in Col
D 911 Maple

Needles
3.75mm knitting needles
4.00mm knitting needles

Tension
21.5 sts by 36 rows over
Moss stitch on 4.00mm
needles to 10cm

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TEA COSY

Knit 2 rows. Row 29: RS Braid - Using Col K2tog, draw yarn through loop
Change to Col A. Knit 1 row. C, K1, *Col A, P1, Col C, P1, to finish.

£nV“
Purl 1 row. rep from * to last st, Col A K1, Attach 8 on each piece as
Row 19: RS Braid - Using twisting col changes at the shown on diagram.
Col C, K1, *Col A, P1, Col C, front of work in same direction.
P1, rep from * to last st, Col Change to Col A. Purl 1 row. MAKING UP
ÓÎV“ A, K1, twisting col changes Change to Col B. Knit 2 rows. Using backstitch, join 2 sides
at the front of work in same Change to Col A. Knit 1 row. tog leaving a 7cm gap on one
STITCH GUIDE direction. Work 28 row Moss st. edge for spout, and a 12cm
MOSS STITCH Note: Knitting the first Row 62: WS Lace - Change to gap on the other for handle
Using Even number of sts. and last sts ensures, when Col D. (these measurements can be
Row 1: K1, P1 to end. darning in ends, that yarn is Purl 1 row. altered to fit teapot).
Repeat this row. at the back. Knit 3 rows.
Next Row: WS - K1 * K2 tog, Drawstring using Col B,
TEA COSY Row 20: WS Lace - Change to yrn, rep from * to last st, K1. measure approx 4 metres of
(MAKE 2). Col D. Knit 2 rows. Cast off. yarn. Fold in half and twist
Using 3.75mm needles and Purl 1 row. until yarn begins to buckle.
Col A, cast on 52 sts. Knit 2 Knit 3 rows. BOBBLES Fold in half, allowing it to twist
rows. Next Row: WS - K1 * K2tog, Make 16. upon itself.
Work 9 rows in Moss st. yrn, rep from * to last st, K1. Using 3.75mm needles and Thread through holes in lace
Knit 2 rows. Knit 2 rows. Col C, cast on 1 st. panel at top and tie.
Purl 1 row. Next Row: RS - Change to Col (K1, P1, K1, P1) into st, turn.
Row 15: RS - Change to A. Knit 1 row. P4, turn, K4, turn. (P2tog) Jo Sharp
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Creative Knitting 21
SKILL LEVEL
CABLED BONNET
intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED AND MOSS STITCH


Yarn
Jacket
1, 2, 2, 2, 2, 3 balls 100gm
JACKET
Patons Big Baby 4ply in
Light Blue 2541
8 buttons
Bonnet Design by Patons Big Baby
1 ball 100gm Patons Big
Baby 4ply in White 2540

Needles and Tools STITCH GUIDE beg, ending with a knit row Shape Armhole
Jacket JACKET and dec 2 sts evenly across Keeping patt correct, cast off
3.25mm knitting needles BACK this row. 11 (11, 15, 17, 17, 17) 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3) sts at beg of next
3.00mm knitting needles Using 3.25mm needles, cast sts. row. 33 (35, 39, 42, 44, 46) sts.
3.00mm double-pointed on 55 (61, 67, 75, 79, 83) sts. Leave these 11 (11, 15, 17, 17, Work 1 row.
knitting needles Row 1: K1, * P1, K1, rep from * 17) sts on a stitch-holder. Dec one st at beg of next row,
2 stitch holders to end. then in every foll alt row until
Wool sewing needle Rep last row for moss st. LEFT FRONT 30 (32, 36, 38, 39, 41) sts rem.
Bonnet Work a further 59 (69, 77, 91, Using 3.25mm needles, cast Work 5 (9, 13, 15, 15, 17) rows.
3.25mm knitting needles 101, 107) rows. on 35 (37, 41, 45, 47, 49) sts.
Cable needle Work 28 (34, 40, 48, 54, 56) Shape Neck
2 stitch-holders Shape Armholes rows moss st as for Back. Dec one st at end of next row,
Pom-pom maker or piece Keeping patt correct, cast off then at same edge in foll 2
of cardboard. 2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3) sts at beg of Place Pocket rows. 27 (29, 33, 35, 36, 38) sts.
next 2 rows. 51 (57, 63, 69, 73, Next Row: Patt 6 (6, 6, 7, 7, Next Row: WS – Cast off 5 sts,
Tension 77) sts. 9), cast off next 11 (11, 15, 17, place a coloured thread on st
Jacket – 27 sts by 46 Dec one st at each end of next 17, 17) sts loosely in patt, patt rem on right needle (to assist
rows over moss st, on row, then in every foll alt row to end. with make up), patt to end.
3.25mm needles to 10cm until 45 (51, 57, 61, 63, 67) sts Next Row: Patt 18 (20, 20, 22 (24, 28, 30, 31, 33) sts.
Bonnet – 48 sts by rem. 21, 23, 23), with WS facing, Dec one st at neck edge in
42 rows over patt, on Work 35 (39, 43, 47, 47, 49) patt across 11 (11, 15, 17, every row until 11 (17, 17, 17, 20,
3.25mm needles to 10cm rows. 17, 17) sts from one pocket 20) sts rem, then in every foll
lining stitch-holder, patt to alt row until 8 (10, 12, 14, 14,
Special abbreviations Shape Shoulders end. 35 (37, 41, 45, 47, 49) 15) sts rem, then in every foll
C4 = Slip next 2 sts onto Cast off 3 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) sts at sts. 4th row until 6 (9, 11, 12, 13,
cable needle and leave at beg of next 2 rows, then 3 (4, 5, Work 30 (34, 36, 42, 46, 50) 14) sts rem.
front of work, K2, then K2 6, 6, 7) sts at beg of foll 2 rows. rows. Work 1 row.
from cable needle. Cast off rem 33 (33, 35, 37, 37,
C3 = Slip next 2 sts onto 39) sts. MEASUREMENTS
cable needle and leave at
SIZE 0 3 6 9 12 18 MONTHS
front of work, K1, then K2 POCKET LININGS
TO FIT CHEST 35 40 45 50 53 55CM
from cable needle. (MAKE 2)
FINISHED FIT 39 44 49 54 57 59CM
Using 3mm needles, cast on
GARMENT LENGTH 22 25 28 32 35 37CM
13 (13, 17, 19, 19, 19) sts.
SLEEVE LENGTH 11 13 16 18 19 21CM
Work in stocking st until
pocket lining measures 10 BONNET TO FIT HEAD 45–50CM (6-12 MONTHS)

(10, 12, 14, 14, 14) cm from

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CABLED BONNET AND MOSS STITCH JACKET

Shape Shoulder Shape Neck Dec one st at neck edge in Shape Shoulder
Cast off 3 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) sts at Dec one st at beg of next row, every row until 11 (17, 17, 17, 20, Cast off 3 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7) sts at
beg of next row. then at same edge in foll row. 20) sts rem, then in every foll beg of next row. Work 1 row.
Work 1 row. 28 (30, 34, 36, 37, 39) sts. alt row until 8 (10, 12, 14, 14, Cast off rem 3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) sts.
Cast off rem 3 (4, 5, 6, 6, 7) sts. Next Row: Cast off 5 sts, place 15) sts rem, then in every foll
a coloured thread on st rem 4th row until 6 (9, 11, 12, 13, 14) SLEEVES
RIGHT FRONT on right needle, patt to end. sts rem. Using 3.25mm needles, cast
Using 3.25mm needles, cast 23 (25, 29, 31, 32, 34) sts. Work 2 rows. on 31 (35, 37, 39, 41, 43) sts.
on 35 (37, 41, 45, 47, 49) sts.
Work 22 (28, 34, 46, 52, 54)
rows moss st as for Back.

Beg Buttonholes
Next Row: Patt 3, yfwd, K2tog,
patt 6, yfwd, K2tog, patt to
end. 2 buttonholes.
Work 5 (5, 5, 1, 1, 1) rows.

Place Pocket
Next Row: Patt 18 (20, 20, 21,
23, 23), cast off next 11 (11, 15,
17, 17, 17) sts loosely in patt,
patt to end.
Next Row: Patt 6 (6, 6, 7, 7, 9),
with WS facing, patt across 11
(11, 15, 17, 17, 17) sts from 2nd
pocket lining stitch holder,
patt to end. 35 (37, 41, 45, 47,
49) sts.
Work a further 31 (35, 37, 43,
47, 51) rows, at same time
working a buttonhole row
(as before) in every 16th (18th,
20th, 22nd, 24th, 26th) row
from previous buttonhole row.

Shape Armhole
Keeping patt correct, cast off
2 (2, 2, 3, 3, 3) sts at beg of
next row. 33 (35, 39, 42, 44,
46) sts.
Dec one st at end of next row,
then in every foll alt row until
30 (32, 36, 38, 39, 41) sts rem.
Work 5 (9, 13, 15, 15, 17)
rows, at same time working a
buttonhole row in 16th (18th,
20th, 22nd, 24th, 26th) row
from previous buttonhole row.
8 buttonholes in all.

Creative Knitting 23
CABLED BONNET AND MOSS STITCH JACKET

Work 8 rows moss st as for seam, sew cast-on edge of Row 5: Cast on 2 sts, K2, * P2, Cont in patt until work
Back. collar to neck edge evenly K4, rep from * to last 4 sts, P2, measures 9cm from beg
Working extra sts into moss between coloured threads. K2. 24 sts. (excluding ear flaps), ending
st, inc one st at each end of Using two 3.00mm double- Row 6: Cast on 2 sts, * P4, K2, with a 3rd patt row.
next row, then in every foll 4th pointed needles, cast on 3 sts. rep from * to last 2 sts, P2.
(8th, 8th, 10th, 12th, 10th) Row 1: K2, sl 1 purlways, 26 sts. Shape Crown
row until there are 35 (43, 41, yfwd, then with RS facing, Row 7: Cast on 2 sts, C4, * P2, Row 1: P2, * K4, P2, K2,
49, 53, 51) sts, then in every knit up a st in the lower C4, rep from * to end. 28 sts. K2tog, P2, rep from * to end.
foll 6th (10th, 10th, 12th, 14th, corner of right front edge of Row 8: Cast on 2 sts, * K2, P4, 134 sts.
12th) row until there are 45 garment. 5 sts. Lift the sl st rep from * to end. 30 sts. Row 2: K2, * P3, K2, P4, K2,
(47, 51, 53, 55, 59) sts. over the yfwd plus the picked Row 9: Cast on 2 sts, P2, * K4, rep from * to end.
Cont without further shaping up st, and off the needle; lift P2, rep from * to end. 32 sts. Row 3: P2, * C4, P2, C3, P2,
until Sleeve measures 11 (13, the yfwd over the picked up Row 10: Cast on 2 sts, P2, K2, rep from * to end.
16, 18, 19, 21) cm from beg, st. 3 sts rem. Do not turn, but * P4, K2, rep from * to end. Row 4: As 2nd row.
working last row on WS. slide the sts to other end of 34 sts. Row 5: P2, * K2, K2tog, P2,
needle. Row 11: Cast on 2 sts, K2, P2, K3, P2, rep from * to end. 122
Shape Top Rep 1st row evenly along right * C4, P2, rep from * to last 2 sts.
Keeping patt correct, cast off front edge, around collar, sts, K2. 36 sts. Row 6: K2, * P3, K2, rep from
2 sts at beg of next 2 rows. 41 then evenly along left front Row 12: Cast on 2 sts, * P4, * to end.
(43, 47, 49, 51, 55) sts. edge, noting to knit up more K2, rep from * to last 2 sts, P2. Row 7: P2, * C3, P2, rep from
Dec one st at each end of next or less sts around curves as 38 sts. * to end.
row, then in every foll 4th row necessary to keep work flat. Row 13: Cast on 2 sts, K4, * P2, Row 8: As 6th row.
1 (2, 1, 3, 3, 3) times, then in Break off yarn, thread end K4, rep from * to end. 40 sts. Row 9: P2, K3, * P2tog, K3,
every foll alt row until 21 (25, through rem sts, draw Row 14: Cast on 2 sts, * K2, rep from * to last 2 sts, P2.
25, 27, 27, 31) sts rem, then in up tightly and fasten off P4, rep from * to end. 42 sts. 99 sts.
every row until 11 (11, 11, 13, 13, securely. Rep rows 3 to 8 incl once. Row 10: K1, * K1, P3, rep from
13) sts rem. 54 sts. * to last 2 sts, K2.
Cast off in patt. MAKING UP Break off yarn, leave sts on a Row 11: P1, * P1, C3, rep from
Do not press. Fold pocket stitch-holder. * to last 2 sts, P2.
COLLAR lining in half so that RS are Row 12: As 10th row.
Using 3.25mm needles, cast on together and join side edges BONNET Row 13: P1, * P1, K1, sl 1, K1,
101 (101, 103, 103, 103, 105) sts. to form a pocket bag. Sew Using 3.25mm needles, cast psso, rep from * to last 2 sts,
Row 1: * K1, P1, rep from * to cast-on edge of pocket lining on 8 sts, turn, with RS facing P2. 75 sts.
last st, K1. to inside of cast-off stitches work across sts of one ear Row 14: K1, * K1, P2, rep from
Row 2: * P1, K1, rep from * to on fronts. Join side and sleeve flap as folls – * (K4, P2) 9 * to last 2 sts, K2.
last st, P1. seams. Sew in sleeves. Sew on times *, turn, cast on 24 sts, Row 15: P1, * P1, sl 1, K1, psso,
Rep last 2 rows 3 times, 8 rows buttons. turn, with RS facing, rep from rep from * to last 2 sts, P2.
rib in all. * to * across sts of other ear 51 sts.
Work 14 rows moss st as for BONNET flap, turn, cast on 6 sts. Row 16: K1, * K1, P1, rep from
Back. EAR FLAPS (MAKE 2) 146 sts. * to last 2 sts, K2.
Keeping patt correct, dec one Using 3.25mm needles, cast Row 17: K1, * K2tog, rep from
st at each end of next 2 rows. on 16 sts. Beg Patt * to end. 26 sts.
97 (97, 99, 99, 99, 101) sts. Row 1: K4, (P2, K4) twice. Row 1: WS – K2, * P4, K2, rep Row 18: Purl.
Working a dec at each end, Row 2: Cast on 2 sts, * K2, P4, from * to end. Row 19: * K2tog, rep from * to
cast off loosely. rep from * to end. 18 sts. Row 2: P2, * C4, P2, rep from end. 13 sts.
Row 3: Cast on 2 sts, P2, * C4, * to end. Row 20: Purl.
ATTACHED I-CORD P2, rep from * to end. 20 sts. Row 3: As 1st row. Break off yarn, thread end
EDGING Row 4: Cast on 2 sts, P2, * K2, Row 4: P2, * K4, P2, rep from through rem sts, draw
Using mattress stitch, join P4, rep from * to last 2 sts, K2. * to end. up tightly and fasten off
shoulder seams. Using a flat 22 sts. Last 4 rows form patt for rem. securely.

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CABLED BONNET AND MOSS STITCH JACKET

LOWER BAND across rem of lower edge.


Working along lower edge 149 sts.
of bonnet, with RS facing Row 1: P1, * K1, P1, rep from *
and using 3.25mm needles, to end.
knit up 8 sts across edge to Row 2: K1, * P1, K1, rep from
beg of first ear flap, knit up * to end.
20 sts evenly along shaped Last 2 rows form rib.
side of first ear flap, knit up Work a further 7 rows rib.
16 sts across base of ear Cast off loosely in rib.
flap, knit up 20 sts evenly
along other shaped side MAKING UP
of first ear flap, knit up Do not press. Using mattress
21 sts across front of bonnet, st, join side edges to form
knit up 20 sts evenly along back seam.
shaped side edge of second Make a small pom-pom and
ear flap, knit up 16 sts across attach securely to crown.
base of second ear flap,
knit up 20 sts evenly along Patons
other shaped side of second Ph: 1800 337 032
ear flap, then knit up 8 sts www.patonsyarns.com.au

Creative Knitting 25
SIDE-TO-SIDE CABLE
CARDIGAN
This comfortable cable cardigan is created from connected rectangular shapes
worked sideways, all in one piece. Design by Jo Sharp

STITCH GUIDE Rows 17 – 23: Rep rows 1 - 7, Rep rows 3 - 7 of cable WS and p1 on RS between
Note: The fabric of this working k1 on WS and p1 on pattern, working k4 on WS cables on bodice only and
garment is very flexible and RS between cables. and p4 on RS between cables keeping 1 st between cables
fluid and the width may be Row 24: Moss 12 (14), C6B, on bodice only and keeping on shoulder.
gathered in by the I-cord to p1, C6F, Moss 12 (14). 1 st between cables on Next Row: RS - Moss 16, C6B,
create a snug fit for smaller Cont in cable patt on these 37 shoulder. p1, C6F, Moss 12 (14), C6B,
sizes or easily stretched for (41) sts, working k1 on WS and Next Row: RS - Moss 16, C6B, Pbf, C6F, Moss 12 (14), C6B,
larger sizes p1 on RS between cables until p2tog twice, C6F, Moss 12 p1, C6F, Moss 16. 96 (100sts).
9 Cable Twist rows have been (14), C6B, p1, C6F, Moss 12 12 cable twist rows from
Moss Stitch worked. 72 rows. (14), C6B, p2tog twice, C6F, sleeve cast on edge. 96rows.
Row 1: K1, p1 across row. Moss 16. 97 (101 sts). 80 rows
Row 2: K the p sts and p the Cast on for back bodice from sleeve cast on edge. Divide for neck
k sts of previous row. Repeat Next Row: WS - Cast on 32st, Rep rows 1 – 7 Working k2 on Next Row: WS - Row 1 Moss
these two rows. Moss 16, p6, k4, p6, Moss 12 WS and p2 on RS between 16, p6, k1, p6, Moss 12 (14),
(14), p6, k1, p6, Moss 12 (14). cables on bodice only and p6, k1, turn placing remaining
CARDIGAN 69 (73sts). keeping 1 st between cables 48(50) sts for right front on a
Garment is worked in one on shoulder. stitch holder.
piece beginning with right Cast on for right front bodice Next Row: RS - Moss 16, C6B, Continue on back
sleeve cuff. Next Row: RS - Cast on 32sts, p2tog, C6F, Moss 12 (14), Row 2: RS - P1, k6, Moss
Using 10.00mm needles and Moss 16, k6, p4, k6, Moss 12 C6B, p1, C6F, Moss 12 (14), 12(14), k6, p1, k6, Moss 16.
both yarns tog, cast on 40 (14), k6, p1, k6, Moss 12 (14), C6B, p2tog, C6F, Moss 16. 95 This row sets the cable patt
(44) sts. k6, p4, k6, Moss 16. 101 (105 (99sts). position and the number of
Row 1: WS - Moss 12 (14), p6, sts). Rep rows 1 - 7 Working k1 on stitches between cables.
k4, p6, Moss 12 (14).
Row 2: RS - Moss 12 (14), k6,
p4, k6, Moss 12 (14).
Rows 3 to 6: Repeat rows 1
and 2 twice.
17(19)cm

Row 7: Repeat row 1.


Row 8: Cable twist row Moss
42(44)cm

12 (14), C6B, p2tog twice, C6F,


Moss 12 (14). 38 (42sts).
45cm
These 8 rows set cable pattern.
Rep rows 1 - 7 working k2 on
WS and p2 on RS between
cables.
Row 16: Moss 12 (14), C6B,
p2tog, C6F, Moss 12 (14). 37
49(59)cm
(41sts).

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SIDE-TO-SIDE CABLE CARDIGAN

SKILL LEVEL

intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn
6, 7 balls 50gm Jo Sharp
Soho Summer DK Cotton
in 256 Bisque: 5, 6 balls
50gm Jo Sharp Alpaca
Silk Georgette in 756
Pearl
Tie Belt: 1 ball 50gm
50gm Jo Sharp Alpaca
Silk Georgette in Pebble

Needles
5.50mm knitting needles
5.50mm double pointed
needles set
10.00mm knitting
needles
Stitch holder

Tension
11sts by 16 rows over
Moss stitch using
10.00mm needles and
both yarns worked
together over to 10cm

Special abbreviations
Pbf - Purl into back and
front of P st (inc 1 st)
C6B - cable 6 back Slip
next 3 sts onto cable
needle and hold at back
of work, knit next 3 sts
from left hand needle,
then knit 3 sts from cable
needle.
C6F - cable 6 forward
Slip next 3 sts onto cable
MEASUREMENTS
needle and hold at front
TO FIT BUST 80-100 100-110CM
of work, knit next 3 sts
FINISHED FIT 98 118CM
from left hand needle,
GARMENT LENGTH 42 44CM
then knit 3 sts from cable
SLEEVE LENGTH 45 45CM
needle.

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SIDE-TO-SIDE CABLE CARDIGAN

Cont in patt as set on these


48 (50) sts until 6 (8)cable
twist rows (from side cast on
edge) have been worked.
Rep rows 1 - 7 of cable patt.
Place these 48 (50) sts on a
holder.

Cont on right front


With WS facing, rejoin yarn to
48 sts on right front holder.
Next Row: WS Row 1 - K1,
p6, Moss 12 (14), p6, k1, p6,
Moss 16.
Row 2: RS - Moss 16, k6, p1,
k6, Moss 12 (14), k6, p1.
This row sets the cable patt
position and the number of
stitches between cables.
Cont in patt as now set until
5 (6) cable twists (from side
cast on edge) have been
worked.
Rep rows 1 – 3 of cable patt.
43 (51) rows across front.
Cast off loosely in patt.

Cast on for left front


Using 10.00mm needles and
both yarns tog, cast on 48
(50) sts.
Row 1: WS - K1, p6, Moss 12
(14), p6, k1, p6, Moss 16.
Row 2: RS - Moss 16, k6, p1,
k6, Moss 12 (14), k6, p1.
Row 3: Repeat row 1.
Row 4: Moss 16, C6B, p1,
C6F, Moss 12 (14), C6B, p1.
48 (50) sts.
Cont in Cable Pattern until
2 (3) cable twists (from side
cast on edge) have been
worked.
Rep Rows 1 – 7 of cable patt.
19 (27) rows.

Join left front to back sts


Next Row: RS - Moss 16, C6B,
p1, C6F, Moss 12 (14), C6B,
purl tog last purl stitch from
left front with first purl stitch
from back bodice sts (from
holder) now cont across back

28 Creative Knitting
SIDE-TO-SIDE CABLE CARDIGAN

bodice sts C6F, Moss 12 (14), working k4 on WS and p4 on rows have been worked from pick up 72 (92) sts along
rep from C6B, p1, C6F, Moss RS between cables on bodice cast off bodice edge. neck edge.
16. 95 (99 sts). only and keeping 1 st between Rep rows 1 – 7 of cable patt, Next Row: Knit.
cables on shoulder (9(11) cable working p1 (RS) in between Cast off.
Cont on back and left front twist rows across the back) 79 cables.
Rep Rows 1 – 7 of cable patt (95) rows from cast on edge. Next Row: Moss 12 (14), C6B, MAKE I-CORD BELT
keeping 1 st between cables. Pbf, C6F, Moss 12 (14). 38 (42 Using 5.50mm double pointed
Next Row: RS - Moss 16, Cast off left front bodice sts) needles cast on 7 sts with
*C6B, Pbf, C6F*, Moss 12 (14), Next Row: RS - Cast off 32 Rep rows 1-7 of cable patt, 751 Pebble. *Slide sts to
C6B, p1, C6F, Moss 12 (14), sts, Moss 12 (14), C6B, p1, working p2 (RS) in between right point of needle without
rep from * to *, Moss 16. 97 C6F, Moss 12(14), p6, k4, p6, cables. turning work, k7. Repeat from
(101sts). Moss 16. 69 (73 sts). Next Row: Moss 12 (14), C6B, * until tie measures 1.5m or
Rep Rows 1 – 7 of cable patt Pbf, Pbf, C6F, Moss 12 (14). 40 required length. Cast off.
Working k2 on WS and p2 Cast off back bodice (44 sts)
on RS between cables on Next Row: WS - Cast off 32 Rep rows 1-7 of cable patt, Sew side seams With RS tog,
bodice only and keeping 1 st sts, Moss 12 (14), p6, k1, p6, working p4 (RS) in between using backstitch, join side and
between cables on shoulder. Moss 12 (14). 37 (41 sts). cables 9 cable twist rows from sleeve seams. Thread I-Cord
Next Row: RS - Moss 16, This row sets the cable patt cast off edges. 72 rows. through centre of lower cable
*C6B, Pbf, Pbf, C6F*, Moss position and the number of Cast off loosely in patt. and tie at front. Press seams
12 (14), C6B, p1, C6F, Moss 12 stitches between cables. gently.
(14), C6B, Pbf, Pbf, C6F, Moss MAKING UP
16. 101 (105 sts). Cont on left sleeve Neck edge: Using 5.50mm Jo Sharp
Rep Rows 1 – 7 of cable patt, Cont in patt, until 7 cable twist needles and both yarns tog, www.josharppatterns.com

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Creative Knitting 29
EIVISSA SHAWL
Design by Alessandro Estrella

MEASUREMENTS
WDTH 120CM
LENGTH 55CM

30 Creative Knitting
GETTING STARTED Row 121 - 144: repeat rows 1-24
Note: Change colour on any Row 145: repeat row 1
row except a row 6 Row 146: repeat row 2

WORKING PATTERN MAKING UP


Cast on 9 stitches I-Cord
Row 147: *k2, k2tog, slip
Foundation rows these sts off the right needle,
Rows 1 - 3: k to 3 sts before returning them onto the left
end of row, s3p; needle *, rep. from * to *,
Row 4: k3, yfwd, PM, k3, PM, to 3 sts before end of row
yfwd, s3p; and close with simple stitch
overs. Weave in yarn ends
Main pattern with a wool-sewing needle,
Row 1: RS - k3, yfwd, k to M, wash and block.
yfwd, SM, k3, SM, yfwd, k to
3 sts before end of row, yfwd, The Wool Inn
s3p; Shop 14 NK Centre
Row 2: WS - k3, p to M, SM, 450 High St, Penrith
k3, SM, p to 3 sts before end Ph: 02 4732 2201
of row, s3p www.the-wool-inn.com.au
Row 3: repeat row 1
Row 4: repeat row 2
Row 5: repeat row SKILL LEVEL
Row 6: k to M, SM, k3, SM, k
to 3 sts before end of row, s3p
Row 7: repeat row 1 intermediate

Row 8: repeat row 2


WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Row 9: repeat row 1
Row 10: repeat row 2 Yarn
Row 11: repeat row 1 Katia Merino Ombre kit
Row 12: repeat row 6 of 6 x 25gm balls
Row 13: repeat row 1
Row 14: repeat row 2 Needles And Tools
Row 15: repeat row 1 4.00mm Circular needle
Row 16: repeat row 2 80cm
Row 17: repeat row 1 2 stitch markers
Row 18: repeat row 6 Wool sewing needle
Row 19: k3, yfwd, (k2tog,
yfwd) rep. to 1 st. before M, Special Abbreviations
k1, yfwd, SM, k3, SM, yfwd, k1, ssk: slip, slip. knit; (Slip
(yfwd, ssk) to 3 sts before end 2 stitches knitwise, one
of row, yfwd, s3p at a time. Insert the left
Row 20: repeat row 2 needle into the fronts
Row 21: repeat row 19 of these two slipped
Row 22: repeat row 2 stitches and knit them
Row 23: repeat row 19 together.
Row 24: repeat row 6 s3p: slip 3 sts purlwise
Row 25 - 48: repeat rows 1 - 24 with yarn in front.
Row 49 - 72: repeat rows 1 - 24
Row 73 - 96: repeat rows 1 - 24 Tension
Row 97 - 120: repeat rows Not critical to project
1 - 24

Creative Knitting 31
TEXTURED RIB SWEATER
A snug fitting sweater with set in sleeves and textured rib bands.
SKILL LEVEL Suitable for an intermediate knitter.

intermediate

GETTING STARTED Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl Next Row: RS - Cast off 5 (5,
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
TEXTURED RIB PATTERN 1, K2tog, psso, K to last 5 sts, 6, 6) sts, K to end.
Yarn Multiple of 6 plus 3. K3tog, K2. Next Row: WS - Cast off 3 (5,
Version 1 Row 1: RS - Knit. This row sets patt for dec. 5, 7) sts, P to end.
14, 16, 18, 20 balls 50gm Row 2: WS - *K1, P1, K1, P3; Dec 2 sts as set at each Rep last 2 rows once.
Jo Sharp Desert Garden rep from * to last 3 sts, K1, end of foll 4th rows, 4 times. Cast off rem 4 (4, 7, 7) sts.
Aran Cotton 239 Garnet P1, K1. 53 (61,71,79) sts, 19 shaping
colour A Rep these 2 rows. rows.* FRONT
Cont working straight for Work as for Back to *.
Version 2 Colour Sequence 33 (35, 37, 39) rows. Cont working straight for
11, 12, 14, 15 balls 8 rows Col B, 6 rows Col C, 19 (21, 23, 25) rows.
50gm Jo Sharp Desert 8 rows Col B, 6 rows Col C, Shape right back neck and
Garden Aran Cotton 246 4 rows Col D, 4 rows Col A, 4 shoulders Shape left front neck
Sapphire Colour A rows Col D, 4 rows Col A, 4 Next Row: RS - Work 20 Next Row: RS - Work 20 (24,
2, 2, 2, 2, balls 50gm Jo rows Col D. (24, 29, 33) sts, turn, leave 29, 33) sts, turn, leave rem 33
Sharp Desert Garden (48 rows). rem 33 (37, 42, 46) sts on (37, 42, 46) sts on a holder.
Aran Cotton 237 Solstice holder. Work each side of neck
Colour B WORKING PATTERN Work each side of neck separately.
2, 2, 2, 2balls 50gm Jo BACK separately. Work 1 row.
Sharp Desert Garden Using 4.50mm needles and Col Next Row: WS - Cast off 5 (5, Next Row: RS - (dec) K to last
Aran Cotton 246 Sorbet A (Version 1 worked in Col A 6, 6) sts, P to end. 6 sts, K3tog, K3.
Colour C throughout) or Col B (Version Next Row: RS - Cast off 3 (5, This row sets patt for dec.
1, 2, 2, 2 balls 50gm Jo 2), cast on 75 (81, 93, 99) sts. 5, 7) sts, K to end. Dec 2 sts as set at end of foll
Sharp Desert Garden Work in Textured Rib Pattern Rep last 2 rows once. alt rows 4 (4, 5, 5) times. 10
Aran Cotton 209 Monet for 48 rows (Version 2 foll Col Work 1 row. (14, 17, 21) sts, 11 (11, 13, 13)
Colour D Sequence). Cast off rem 4 (4, 7, 7) sts. shaping rows.
Change to 5.00mm needles Work 5 (5, 3, 3) rows straight.
Needles and tools (and Col A for rem of Version 2). Shape left back neck and
4.50mm knitting needles shoulders Shape left shoulder
5.00mm knitting needles Shape bodice With RS facing, rejoin yarn to Next Row: RS - Cast off 3 (5,
1 stitch holder Next Row: RS - (inc) Working rem sts. 5, 7) sts at beg next row, then
in St st throughout, inc 1 st at Leave 13 centre sts on holder, on foll alt row once.
Tension each end of foll 18(12, 18, 12)th K to end. Work 1 row. Cast off rem 4 (4,
18 sts by 24 rows over rows, 2(3, 2, 3) times (79(87, Work 1 row. 7, 7) sts.
Stocking st on 5.00mm 97, 105) sts, 36 shaping rows).
needles to 10cm. Work 8(10, 12, 14) rows
MEASUREMENTS
18 sts by 28 rows over straight.
TO FIT BUST 80 90 100 110CM
Textured Rib patt on
FINISHED FIT 86 94 106 114CM
5.00mm needles to Shape armholes
GARMENT LENGTH 59.5 61 63 64.5CM
10cm. Next Row: RS - Cast off 3 sts
SLEEVE LENGTH 38.5 39 40 40.5CM
at beg next 2 rows. (73(81, 91,
99) sts).

32 Creative Knitting
TEXTURED RIB SWEATER

Shape right front neck Col A (Version 1, worked in Shape top right shoulder seam using
Next Row: RS - With RS Col A throughout) or Col B Next Row: RS - Cast off 3 sts backstitch.
facing, rejoin yarn to rem sts. (Version 2), cast on 39 (39, at beg next 2 rows. 55 (61, 67,
Leave 13 centre sts on holder, 45, 45) sts. 73) sts. NECKBAND
K to end. Work in Textured Rib Pattern Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1, With RS facing, using 4.50mm
Work 1 row. for 24 rows (Version 1) or K2tog, psso, K to last 5 sts, K3 needles and Col A, pick up
Next Row: RS - (dec) K3, sl 1, 48 rows (Version 2, foll Col tog, K2. 12 sts down left front, 15 sts
K2tog, psso, K to end. Sequence). This row sets patt for dec. across centre front holder, 12
This row sets patt for dec. Change to 5.00mm needles Dec 2 sts as set at each end sts up right front 10 (10, 13,
Dec 2 sts as set at beg of foll (and Col A for Version 2) and every foll 8th rows twice, then 13) sts down right back, 13 sts
alt rows 4 (4, 5, 5) times. 10 working in St st for rem, work foll 6th rows twice, then foll across centre back holder and
(14, 17, 21)sts, 11 (11, 13, 13) 20 rows straight (Version 1) or 4th rows twice, then foll 2nd 10 (10, 13, 13) sts up left back.
shaping rows. 2 rows straight (Version 2). rows 1 (2, 3, 4) time/s. 23 (25, 72 (72, 78, 78) sts.
Work 6 (6, 4, 4) rows straight. 27, 29) sts, 41 (43, 45, 47) Work 13 rows Textured Rib
Shape sleeves shaping rows. Pattern. Cast off loosely.
Shape right shoulder Next Row: RS - (inc) Inc 1 st Next Row: WS - Cast off 6 (7, Join rem shoulder seam and
Next Row: WS - Cast off 3 (5, at each end this and foll 8, 9) sts at beg next 2 rows. neckband. Set in sleeves using
5, 7) sts at beg next row, then 6th (4th, 4th, 3rd) rows, 8 (7, Cast off rem 11 sts. backstitch. Join side and
on foll alt row once. 7, 6) times, then foll 5th (5th, sleeve seams using edge to
Cast off rem 4 (4, 7, 7) sts. 5th, 4th) rows 2 (6, 6, 10) MAKING UP edge st. Press seams.
times. 61 (67, 73, 79) sts, 58 Press all pieces gently
SLEEVES shaping rows. on WS using a warm iron Jo Sharp
Using 4.50mm needles and Work 1 (3, 5, 7) row/s straight. over a damp cloth. Join www.josharppatterns.com

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KNITTED TOP
Design by Siena – Erika Knight, yarn collection.
A simple short-sleeved top knitted in stocking stitch with a subtle sheer yoke.

STITCH GUIDE Work to the point where Shape sleeves Next Row: Cast off 4 sts, P
Note – Short row shaping the knitting is to be turned. Next Row: P3, M1F, K to last 3 to last 12 (13, 15, 18, 20) sts,
(for working the With the yarn at the back of sts, M1F, K3. wrap next st, turn and K to
shoulders). the work, slip the first stitch Next Row: P3, M1F, P to last 3 end of row.
On a Knit Row from the left to right needle sts, M1F, P3. Next Row: Cast off 4 sts, P
purlwise. Take the yarn to the Rep last 2 rows twice more. to last 24 (26,30, 36, 40) sts,
front of the work between 107(117, 131, 145, 159) sts. wrap next st, turn and K to
SKILL LEVEL the needles. Cast on 7 sts at beg of next end of row.
Slip the stitch back on 2 rows. 121(131, 145, 159, 173) Next Row: Cast off 4 sts, P
the left needle, return the sts. to end of row, picking up the
intermediate yarn to the back between Place markers at both ends wraps as you work to avoid
the needles. You have now of last row to show start of holes, 36 (41, 47, 54, 60) sts.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
wrapped the slipped stitch. armholes. Leave sts on a holder. With
Yarn Now turn the work. Cont straight until armhole RS of work facing, slip centre
6, 6, 7, 7, 8 hanks 50g measures 8 (8, 9, 9, 10) cm 25 (25, 27, 27, 29) sts on to a
Erika Knight studio linen On a Purl Row from markers, slipping the holder, rejoin yarn to rem sts
Work to the point where first st of every row to give and cast off 4 sts, K to last 12
Needles and Tools the knitting is to be turned. a neat edge, ending with RS (13, 15, 18, 20) sts, wrap next
3.75mm knitting needles With the yarn at the front of facing for next row. st, turn and P to end of row.
5.50mm knitting needles the work, slip the first stitch Change to 5.50mm needles Next Row: Cast off 4 sts, K
5.00mm circular needle from the left to the right and cont straight until to last 24 (26, 30, 36, 40) sts,
Stitch holders needle purlwise. Take the armhole measures 21(22, 23, wrap next st, turn and P to
Stitch markers yarn to the back of the work 24, 25) cm from markers, end of row.
Spare needle between the needles. Slip slipping the first st of every Next Row: Cast off 4 sts, K
Wool sewing needle the stitch back on the left row to give a neat edge, to end of row, picking up the
needle, return the yarn to the ending with RS facing for wraps as you work to avoid
Special abbreviations front between the needles. next row. holes, 36 (41, 47, 54, 60) sts.
M1F – make 1 st front – You have now wrapped the Leave sts on a holder.
pick up strand between slipped stitch. Now turn the Shape back neck and
st just worked and next work. shoulders FRONT
st with tip of left needle Next Row: Sl 1, K47 (52, 58, Work as given for back until 6
and K or P into front of it. BACK 65, 71) sts, turn, leaving rem rows less have been worked
Using 3.75mm needles cast sts on a holder. than on back to the start of
Tension on 95(105, 119, 133, 147) sts
MEASUREMENTS
22 sts by 30 rows over and beg with a K row cont
SIZE S M L XL XXL
St st on 3.75mm needles in St st until work measures
FINISHED FIT 86 96 108 120 134CM
to 10cm 25 (26, 27, 28, 29) cm, from
cast on edge, ending with RS GARMENT LENGTH 51 53 55 57 59CM

facing for next row.

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KNITTED TOP

Creative Knitting 35
KNITTED TOP

shoulder shaping, ending with facing, slip centre 25 (25, so that the seam is on the
RS facing for next row. 27, 27, 29) sts on to a holder, outside of your work.
rejoin yarn to rem sts and
Shape neck work as foll: NECKBAND
Next Row: Sl 1, K47 (52, 58, Next Row: Cast off 4 sts, K to Using 5.00mm circular needle
65, 71) sts, turn and leave rem end of row. and with RS of work facing,
sts on a holder. Next Row: Slip first st, P to end pick up and K 18 sts down
Next Row: Cast off 4 sts, P to of row. Rep last 2 rows twice right neck, 25 (25, 27, 27, 29)
end of row. more, 36 (41, 47, 54, 60) sts. sts from centre front holder,
Next Row: Slip first st, K to Shape shoulders 18 sts up left neck, 12 sts
end of row. Rep last 2 rows Next Row: K to last 12 (13, 15, down right back neck, 25 (25,
twice more, 36 (41, 47, 54, 60) 18, 20) sts, wrap next st, turn 27, 27, 29) sts from centre
sts. and P to end of row. back holder and 12 sts up
Next Row: K to last 24 (26, back left neck, 110 (110, 114,
Shape shoulders 30, 36, 40) sts, wrap next st, 114, 118) sts. Work 1 round.
Next Row: P to last 12 (13, 15, turn and P to end of row. Cast off. Weave in any long
18, 20) sts, wrap next st, turn Next Row: K across all sts, ends. Gently steam work on
and K to end of row. picking up the wraps as you reverse to enhance yarn. Join
Next Row: P to last 24 (26, 30, work to avoid holes. Leave sts both side seams.
36, 40) sts, wrap next st, turn on a holder.
and K to end of row. The Wool Inn
Next Row: P across all sts, MAKING UP Shop 14 NK Centre
picking up the wraps as you Join both shoulders using the 450 High St, Penrith
work to avoid holes. Leave sts three-needle cast off method, Ph: 02 4732 2201
on a holder. With RS of work with WS of work together, www.the-wool-inn.com.au

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36 Creative Knitting
ALCEA COWL
This lightweight cowl is a great accessory and a quick knit. Design by Hannah Maier

STITCH GUIDE All following rows: work in


Notes: There’s just one St st (knit 1 row, purl 1 row)
simple set up row followed beginning with a K row until
by simple stockinette until cowl is 124cm long or until
the end when key stitches desired length ending with a
are dropped and unraveled K row.
down the length of the cowl. Drop Stitch row: WS - p4
This cowl is worked flat and *drop next st of needle, Yo, p4
seamed at the end so you * repeat from * to * to end.
can easily customize the Cast off and unravel dropped
length to suite your style. stitches.
MAKING UP
Cast on 39 sts (or a multiple Weave in all ends and block
of 5 sts plus 4). to measurements. I would
Set up row: RS - p4, *Yo, recommend waiting to seam
p2tog, p3 * repeat from * to * the cowl until after it has been
to end. blocked to get an even seam.
With right sides together,
whip stitch the ends together
SKILL LEVEL while making sure to carefully
line up the stocking bands to
match.
intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED Knit Picks


www.KnitPicks.com
Yarn Ph: 1800 106 750
2 balls 50gm Knit Picks
Lindy Chain Navy 26452

Needlesand tools
3.75mm 60cm circular or
straight needles
Wool sewing needle

Tension
24sts by 20 rows over
stocking st on 5.00mm
needles to 10cm

MEASUREMENTS
Special abbreviations
SIZE 15CM X 124CM BEFORE DROPPING STITCHES
P2tog – purl two stitches
together

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SKILL LEVEL
MAN’S JACKET
intermediate
Design by Gitta Schrade for Naturally Yarns
WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn STITCH GUIDE Patt until work measures 41 *(p1, k2) 3 times, p1; rep from
6, 7, 8, 9, 10 hanks 50gm BACK (45, 45, 45, 47) cm from beg, * to last 5 (0, 5, 0, 5) sts, p1 (0,
Amuri DK 8ply in shade With 3.75mm needles cast on end with a WS row. 1, 0, 1), k2 (0, 2, 0, 2), p1 (0, 1,
2033 100 (110, 120, 132, 142) sts. 0, 1), k1 (0, 1, 0, 1).
5 buttons (Incomparable Row 1: RS – P0 (0, 0, 1, 1); Shape Armholes Row 2: P1 (0, 1, 0, 1), k1 (0, 1,
Buttons: L583) *(p1, k2) 3 times, p1; rep from Cast off 6 (6, 6, 7, 7) sts beg of 0, 1), p2 (0, 2, 0, 2), k1 (0, 1, 0,
* to last 0 (0, 0, 1, 1) st, p0 (0, next 2 rows. 1); *(k1, p2) 3 times, k1; rep
Needles 0, 1, 1). Dec 1 st each end next 3 (3, 4, from * to last 0 (0, 0, 1, 1) st,
3.75mm knitting needles Row 2: K0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *(k1, p2) 4, 4) rows. k0 (0, 0, 1, 1).
4.00mm knitting needles 3 times, k1; rep from * to last Dec 1 st each end every other Rep last 2 rows 7 times more.
Stitch holder 0 (0, 0, 1, 1) st, k0 (0, 0, 1, 1). row 5 (6, 6, 6, 6) times. 72 (80, Change to 4.00mm needles.
Markers Rep last 2 rows 7 times more. 88, 98, 108) sts.
Change to 4.00mm needles. Patt straight until piece Beg Main Pattern
Tension measures 59 (64, 66, 67, 69) Row 1: RS - K0 (0, 0, 1, 1);
22 sts by 30 rows over Beg Main Pattern cm from beg, end with a WS *k3, p1, k2, p1, k3; rep from *
Stst on 4.00mm needles Row 1: RS - K0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *k3, row. to last 5 (0, 5, 0, 5) sts, k3 (0,
to 10cm p1, k2, p1, k3; rep from * to 3, 0, 3), p1 (0, 1, 0, 1), k1 (0, 1,
last 0 (0, 0, 1, 1) st, k0 (0, 0, Shape Neck 0, 1).
Special abbreviations 1, 1). Next Row: RS - Patt 24 (28, Row 2: P1 (0, 1, 0, 1), k1 (0, 1,
skp – slip 1 stitch, k 1 Row 2: P0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *p3, k1, 31, 36, 41) sts, turn, on these 0, 1), p3 (0, 3, 0, 3); *p3, k1,
stitch, pass slipped st p2, k1, p3; rep from * to last 0 sts only. p2, k1, p3; rep from * to last 0
over; (0, 0, 1, 1) st, p0 (0, 0, 1, 1). Cast off 4 sts beg next 2 WS (0, 0, 1, 1) st, p0 (0, 0, 1, 1).
M1 – k into back of yarn Row 3: RS - K0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *k3, rows. Row 3: K0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *k3, p1,
between last st worked p1, k into back of 2nd st on Cast off rem 16 (20, 23, 28, k into back of 2nd st on left-
and next st. left-hand needle-then knit first 33) sts for shoulder. hand needle-then knit first
st-slipping both sts off needle Rejoin yarn to sts on hold, st-slipping both sts off needle
at the same time, p1, k3; rep cast off 24 (24, 26, 26, 26) sts at the same time, p1, k3; rep
from * to last 0 (0, 0, 1, 1) st, for back neck, work 2nd half from * to last 5 (0, 5, 0, 5) sts,
k0 (0, 0, 1, 1). to match, reversing shapings. k3 (0, 3, 0, 3), p1 (0, 1, 0, 1), k1
Row 4: P0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *p3, k1, (0, 1, 0, 1).
p2, k1, p3; rep from * to last 0 LEFT FRONT Row 4: P1 (0, 1, 0, 1), k1 (0, 1,
(0, 0, 1, 1) st, p0 (0, 0, 1, 1). With 3.75mm needles cast on 0, 1), p3 (0, 3, 0, 3); *p3, k1,
Rep these 4 rows for Main 45 (50, 55, 61, 66) sts. p2, k1, p3; rep from * to last 0
patt throughout. Row 1: RS - P0 (0, 0, 1, 1); (0, 0, 1, 1) st, p0 (0, 0, 1, 1).
Rep these 4 rows for Main
patt throughout.
MEASUREMENTS
Patt until work measures
SIZE 76-81 86-91 96-102 107-112 117-122CM
same as back to underarm,
FINISHED FIT 89 99 109 120 129CM
end with a WS row; ensure to
GARMENT LENGTH 61 66 68 69 71CM
end with same Main patt row
SLEEVE LENGTH 45 46 46 47 48CM
as back.
www.naturallyyarnsnz.com Place marker at neck edge.

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MAN’S JACKET

Shape Armhole and Neck


Next Row: RS - Cast off 6 (6,
6, 7, 7) sts, patt to last 3 sts,
k2tog, k1.
Patt 1 row.
Next Row: RS - Dec 1 st, patt
to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1.
Dec 1 st at armhole edge next
row.
Next Row: RS - Dec 1 st, patt
to last 3 sts, k2tog, k1.
Dec 0 (0, 1, 1, 1) st at armhole
edge next row.
Keeping patt correct, dec
1 st at armhole edge every
other row 5 (6, 6, 6, 6) times,
at same time, dec 1 st at
neck edge next RS row then
following alternate RS row (=
2 dec at neck edge within 6
rows).
Keeping patt correct, work
straight at armhole edge but
cont to dec at neck edge as
established until 16 (20, 23,
28, 33) sts rem.
Patt straight until front
measures same as back to
shoulder, end with a WS row,
end with same Main patt row
as back.
Cast off loosely rem sts.

RIGHT FRONT
With 3.75mm needles cast on
45 (50, 55, 61, 66) sts.
Row 1: RS - K1 (0, 1, 0, 1), p1
(0, 1, 0, 1), k2 (0, 2, 0, 2), p1 (0,
1, 0, 1); *(p1, k2) 3 times, p1;
rep from * to last 0 (0, 0, 1, 1)
st, p0 (0, 0, 1, 1).
Row 2: K0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *(k1, p2)
3 times, k1; rep from * to last
5 (0, 5, 0, 5) sts, k1 (0, 1, 0, 1),
p2 (0, 2, 0, 2), k1 (0, 1, 0, 1), p1
(0, 1, 0, 1).
Rep last 2 rows 7 times more.
Change to 4.00mm needles.

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MAN’S JACKET

Next Row: RS - K1, skp, patt Row 3: RS - K0 (0, 1, 1, 1); *k3, Rep these 4 rows for Moss
to end and dec 1 st at armhole p1, k into back of 2nd st on patt throughout.
edge. left-hand needle-then knit first Patt until band fits from
Dec 1 st at armhole edge next st-slipping both sts off needle bottom cast-on edge of right
row. at the same time, p1, k3; rep front to beg of neck shaping
Next Row: RS - K1, skp, patt from * to last 0 (0, 1, 1, 1) st, marker, ensure not to stretch,
to end and dec 1 st at armhole k0 (0, 1, 1, 1). end with a WS row.
edge. Row 4: P0 (0, 1, 1, 1); *p3, k1, Keeping patt correct, inc 1 st
Patt 1 row and dec 0 (0, 1, 1, 1) p2, k1, p3; rep from * to last 0 at neck edge at end of next
st at armhole edge. (0, 1, 1, 1) st, p0 (0, 1, 1, 1). RS row, then every 3rd row
Keeping patt correct, dec These 4 rows form pattern, (always at neck edge) until 31
1 st at armhole edge every cont in patt and inc 1 st each (32, 33, 34, 36) sts on needle.
other row 5 (6, 6, 6, 6) times, end next RS row then every Place marker each end.
at same time, dec 1 st at 4th row 2 (4, 6, 8, 9) times, Patt straight until band fits
neck edge next RS row then then every 6th row to 86 (88, along entire left front to centre
following alternate RS row (= 90, 94, 96) sts, taking inc sts back neck.
2 dec at neck edge within 6 into pattern. Place 2nd set of markers each
rows). Patt straight until sleeve meas end.
Beg Main Pattern Keeping patt correct, work 45 (46, 46, 47, 48) cm from
Row 1: RS - K1 (0, 1, 0, 1), p1 straight at armhole edge but beg, end with a WS row. Second Half
(0, 1, 0, 1), k3 (0, 3, 0, 3); *k3, cont to dec at neck edge as Patt straight until 2nd part
p1, k2, p1, k3; rep from * to established until 16 (20, 23, Shape Top measures same as first part
last 0 (0, 0, 1, 1) st, k0 (0, 0, 28, 33) sts rem. Cast off 6 (6, 6, 7, 7) sts beg of from centre back marker to
1, 1). Patt straight until front next 2 rows. first set of markers (ends
Row 2: K0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *p3, k1, measures same as back to Dec 1 st each end next 8 (8, of inc’s for right front band
p2, k1, p3; rep from * to last 5 shoulder, end with a RS row, 10, 10, 10) rows. section).
(0, 5, 0, 5) sts, p3 (0, 3, 0, 3), end with same Main patt row Dec 1 st each end every other Dec 1 st at neck edge next RS
k1 (0, 1, 0, 1), p1 (0, 1, 0, 1). as back. row 2 (2, 2, 4, 5) times. row and then every 3 rows
Row 3: K1 (0, 1, 0, 1), p1 (0, Cast off loosely rem sts. Cast off 3 sts beg next 8 rows. until 11 (11, 11, 13, 13) sts on
1, 0, 1), k3 (0, 3, 0, 3); k3, p1, Cast off loosely. needle.
k into back of 2nd st on left- SLEEVES Patt straight to match right
hand needle-then knit first With 3.75mm needles cast on MAKING UP front and work buttonholes to
st-slipping both sts off needle 50 (50, 52, 52, 52) sts. Join shoulder seams. match marked positions on
at the same time, p1, k3; rep Row 1: RS - P0 (0, 1, 1, 1); *(p1, Place buttonhole markers RS row as following: Patt 4 (4,
from * to last 0 (0, 0, 1, 1) st, k2) 3 times, p1; rep from * to along left front the first one at 4, 5, 5) sts, cast off 2 sts, patt
k0 (0, 0, 1, 1). last 0 (0, 1, 1, 1) st, p0 (0, 1, centre of rib band, the last one to end; then cast on 2 sts over
Row 4: K0 (0, 0, 1, 1); *p3, k1, 1, 1). 2cm down from beg of neck cast-off sts on next row.
p2, k1, p3; rep from * to last 5 Row 2 – K0 (0, 1, 1, 1); *(k1, shaping and the rem 3 evenly Cast off loosely in patt at end.
(0, 5, 0, 5) sts, p3 (0, 3, 0, 3), p2) 3 times, k1; rep from * to between first and last.
k1 (0, 1, 0, 1), p1 (0, 1, 0, 1). last 0 (0, 1, 1, 1) st, k0 (0, 1, Pin band in place, ensure to
Rep these 4 rows for Main patt 1, 1). FRONT BAND match centre back and front
throughout. Rep last 2 rows 6 times more. First Half neck shaping markers. Sew
Patt until work measures Change to 4.00mm needles. With 3.75mm needles, cast on in place.
same as back to underarm, 11 (11, 11, 13, 13) sts. Sew on buttons opposite
end with a RS row; ensure to Beg Main Pattern Row 1: RS - K1, *p1, k1; rep buttonholes.
end with same Main patt row Row 1: RS - K0 (0, 1, 1, 1); *k3, from * to end. Sew in sleeve tops, join side
as back. p1, k2, p1, k3; rep from * to Row 2: P1; *k1, p1; rep from and sleeve seams.
Place marker at neck edge. last 0 (0, 1, 1, 1) st, k0 (0, 1, * to end.
1, 1). Row 3: P1; *k1, p1; rep from Wentworth Distributors NZ Ltd
Shape Armhole and Neck Row 2: P0 (0, 1, 1, 1); *p3, k1, * to end. Free phone AU: 1800 150 542
Next Row: WS - Cast off 6 (6, p2, k1, p3; rep from * to last 0 Row 4: K1, *p1, k1; rep from Free phone NZ: 0800 738 998
6, 7, 7) sts, patt to end. (0, 1, 1, 1) st, p0 (0, 1, 1, 1). * to end. www.naturallyyarnsnz.com

40 Creative Knitting
MEN’S SCARF AND
BEANIE
Design by Patons

SCARF BEANIE (WORKED MAKING UP pull up firmly and fasten off


Using 7.00mm needles, cast SIDEWAYS) Do not press. Using mattress securely.
on 20 sts. Using 7.00mm needles, cast stitch, join cast-on and cast-
Knit in garter st (every row on 40 sts. off edges together, reversing Patons
knit) until Scarf measures Row 1: WS - Knit. seam for 9cm from one edge Ph: 1800 337 032
140cm from beg. Knit in garter st (every row for turn back of brim. Using www.patonsyarns.com.au
Cast off loosely. knit) until Beanie measures wool needle and length of
52cm from beg, working last yarn, gather top of beanie by
MAKING UP row on wrong side. threading yarn through garter
Do not press. Sew in ends. Cast off loosely. st ridges across top edge,

MEASUREMENTS
SCARF WIDTH 16CM
SCARF LENGTH 140CM
BEANIE TO FIT HEAD 58CM

SKILL LEVEL

beginner

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn
Scarf - 4 balls 50gm
Patons Inca in Quicksilver
7043
Beanie - 3 balls 50gm
Patons Inca in Quicksilver
7043

Needles
7.00mm knitting needles
Wool sewing needle

Tension
12.5 sts by 23 rows over
garter st, on 7.00mm
needles to 10cm

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SKILL LEVEL
ENTRELAC
GARTER STITCH
intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn
1 ball each 50g Zarina
100% extra fine merino
BLANKET
Colour A in shade #1962
Colour B in shade #1814 Design by Gitta Schrade for Filatura Di Crosa
Colour C in shade #1981
Colour D in shade #1912
Colour E in shade #1381
Colour F in shade #1944 WORKING PATTERN Next Row: WS - P4, p2tog, FULL DIAMOND
Colour G in shade #1972 BLANKET turn; (WITH RS FACING)
With 3.75mm needles and A, cont in this manner until you With RS facing, using C, pick
Needles and Tools cast on 112 sts. have 16 sts on right hand up 16 sts knitwise along inside
3.75mm knitting needles needle. edge of end triangle just
Wool sewing needle BASE TRIANGLES: worked, turn,
Next Row: RS - *K1, turn; FULL DIAMOND Next Row: WS - K16, turn;
Special Abbreviations Next Row: WS - K1, turn; (WITH WS FACING) Next Row: RS - K15, skp; turn,
skp – slip 1 stitch, knit 1 Next Row: RS - K2, turn; *With WS facing, pick up 16 cont in this manner until all
stitch, pass the slipped Next Row: WS - K2, turn; sts purlwise along edge of the sts are worked.
stitch over Next Row: RS - K3, turn; triangle directly underneath, Repeat this Full Diamond 6
M1 – place yarn between Next Row: WS - K3, turn; turn, times across. Break yarn.
last st worked and next Next Row: RS - K4, turn; Next Row: RS - P16, turn;
onto left hand needle and Next Row: WS - K4, turn; Next Row: WS - P15, p2tog, Cont to work in this manner:
knit into the back of this cont in this manner until you turn; Triangle - 5 Diamonds –
strand; have worked K16 on a RS row; Rep last 2 rows 15 times more, Triangle; then 6 Diamonds
M1p – place yarn do not turn. but do not turn on last row,* and cont to change colours in
between last st worked Rep from * 6 times more, turn. Rep from * to * 5 times more. alphabetical order for every
and next onto left hand Break off A. completed full row. Patt until
needle and purl into the END TRIANGLE blanket measures approx
back of this strand; LEFT SIDE END TRIANGLE: With WS facing, pick up 16 sts 75cm from beg, end with
Next Row: WS - Using B, p1, purlwise; turn, a row of 5 Diamonds plus
Tension turn; Next Row: RS - P16, turn; Triangle either side.
25 sts over Garter Stitch Next Row: RS - P into front Next Row: WS - P14, p2tog,
on 3.75mm needles to and back of st to inc 1, turn; turn; FINISHING TOP TRIANGLE:
10cm Next Row: WS - P1, p2tog, Next Row: RS - P15, turn; Using next colour, pick up 16
turn; Next Row: WS - P13, p2tog, sts along the edge of last end
Next Row: RS - P1, M1p, p1, turn; triangle just worked, turn,
turn; Cont to dec in this manner Next Row: WS - K16, turn;
Next Row: WS - P2, p2tog, until 1 st remains. Fasten off. Next Row: RS - K15, skp , turn,
turn; Break of B. Next Row: WS - K14, k2tog,
Next Row: RS - P2, M1p, p1, turn;
turn;
MEASUREMENTS
Next Row: WS - P3, p2tog,
FINISHED BLOCKED WIDTH 79CM
turn;
FINISHED BLOCKED LENGTH 65CM
Next Row: RS - P3, M1p, p1,
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turn;

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ENTRELAC GARTER STITCH BLANKET

Next Row: RS - K14, skp , turn; Cont to dec in this manner until MAKING UP Wentworth Distributors NZ Ltd
Next Row: WS - K13, k2tog, 1 st remains. Fasten off, but do Sew in ends. Free phone AU: 1800 150 542
turn; not break yarn. Work remaining Block blanket gently to Free phone NZ: 0800 738 998
Next Row: RS - K13, skp, turn; finishing triangles to match. measurements. www.naturallyyarnsnz.com

Creative Knitting 43
RAGLAN CABLE
SWEATER
A casual sweater with raglan sleeves and cables. Suitable for an experienced knitter.

GETTING STARTED FRONT time/s. 84 (86, 100, 98) sts,


SKILL LEVEL CABLE PANEL (12 STS) Using 5.00mm needles, cast then rep rows 5 and 6 only,
Row 1: RS - P1, K10, P1. on 96 (104, 112, 122) sts. 17 (15, 22, 18) times, then row
Row 2 and every alt row: K1, Next Row: WS - Knit 1 row. 5 once. 48(54, 54, 60) sts,
advanced P10, K1. Establishment rows: 41 (41, 51, 51) shaping rows.
Rep rows 1 and 2, 4 times. Row 1: RS - K42 (46, 50, 55),
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Row 11: P1, C10F, P1. work row 1 of Cable Panel Shape left neck
Yarn Row 12: K1, P10, K1. across next 12 sts, K42 (46, Next Row: WS - P17 (19, 17,
18, 20, 22, 25 balls 50gm Rep rows 1 and 2, twice. 50, 55). 19), turn, and cont on these
Jo Sharp Desert Garden These 16 rows form cable Row 2: P42 (46, 50, 55), work sts, leave rem 31 (35, 37, 41)
Aran Cotton in 246 panel patt. row 2 of Cable Panel across sts on a holder.
Sapphire next 12 sts, P42 (46, 50, 55). Work each side of neck
WORKING PATTERN These 2 rows set position for separately.
Needles And Tools BACK Cable Panel. Keeping Cable Next Row: RS - (dec) K to last
5.00mm knitting needles Using 5.00mm needles, cast Panel correct and working 4 sts, K2tog, K2.
4.00mm circular needle on 92(100, 108, 118) sts. side sts in St st as set, work a Next Row: WS - Purl.
60cm long Next Row: WS - Knit 1 row. further 86 (86, 92, 92) rows. 8 Next Row: RS - (dec) K2tog, K
1 cable needle Work 88(88, 94, 94) rows 9 (89, 95, 95) rows from beg. to last 4 sts, K2tog, K2.
4 stitch holders St st. Rep last 2 rows, 4 (5, 4, 5)
2 safety pins Shape raglan armholes times. 6 sts.
Shape raglan armholes Next Row: RS - (dec) Cast off Next Row: WS Purl.
Special Abbreviations Next Row: RS - (dec) Cast off 3 sts at beg next 2 rows. Next Row: RS - (dec) K to last
C10F (Cable 10 Front) - 3 sts at beg next 2 rows. 86 90 (98, 106, 116) sts. 4 sts, K2tog, K2 (5 sts).
Slip next 5 sts onto cable (94,102,112) sts. Row 3: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1, Next Row: WS - Purl.
needle and hold at front Row 3: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1, K1, K1, psso, patt to last 4 sts, Next Row: RS - (dec) K3tog,
of work, K next 5 sts from psso, K to last 4 sts, K2tog, K2tog, K2. K2 (3 sts, 16 (18, 16, 18) neck
left hand needle, then K K2. Row 4: WS - (dec) P2, P2tog, shaping rows).
sts from cable needle. Row 4: WS - (dec) P2, patt to last 4 sts, P2tog tbl, Leave these 3 sts on a safety
P2tog, P to last 4 sts, P2tog P2. pin or thread.
Tension tbl, P2. Row 5: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1,
18 sts by 24 rows over Row 5: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1, K1, K1, psso, patt to last 4 sts, Shape right neck
Stocking st on 5.00mm psso, K to last 4 sts, K2tog, K2tog, K2. Next Row: WS - With WS
needles to 10cm. K2. Row 6: WS - Patt to end. facing, leave centre 14 (16, 20,
Cable Panel measures Row 6: WS - Purl. Rep last 4 rows 0 (1,0,2) 22) sts on a holder.
approximately 4.5cm. Rep last 4 rows 0(1, 0, 2)
time/s.80 (82, 96, 94) sts, MEASUREMENTS
then rep rows 5 and 6 only,
TO FIT BUST 85 95 105 115CM
25 (24, 30, 27) times, then
FINISHED FIT 100 109 118 129CM
5th row once. Leave rem 28
GARMENT LENGTH 61 61.5 67.5 68.5CM
(32, 34, 38) sts on a holder.
SLEEVE LENGTH 44 44 53 53CM
57(59, 67, 69) rows worked in
back raglan armhole.

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RAGLAN CABLE SWEATER

Join yarn to rem 17 (19, 17, 19)


sts, P to end.
Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1,
K1, psso, K to end.
Next Row: WS - Purl.
Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1,
K1, psso, K to last 2 sts, K2tog.
Rep last 2 rows, 4 (5, 4, 5)
times. 6 sts.
Next Row: WS - Purl.
Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1,
K1, psso, K to end (5 sts).
Next Row: WS - Purl.
Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl 1,
K2tog, psso. 3 sts. Leave these
3 sts on a safety pin or thread.

SLEEVES
Using 5.00mm needles, cast
on 46 (52, 54, 58) sts.
Next Row: WS - Knit 1 row.
Establishment rows:
Row 1: RS - K17 (20,21,23),
work row 1 of Cable Panel Cont working Cable Panel as (3, 4, 3) times. 54 (64, 68, 74) left front neck as follows:
across next 12 sts, K17 (20, set, AT THE SAME TIME inc sts then on alt rows 19 (23, 25, K2tog, K1.
21, 23). 2 sts as set on every foll 8th 28) times. 18 sts, 57 (59, 67, 69) Pick up and knit 11 (12, 11, 12)
Row 2: WS - P17 (20, 21, 23), row, 11 (11, 13, 13) times. raglan shaping rows. sts evenly along left side of
work row 2 of Cable Panel 70 (76, 82, 86) sts. Leave rem sts on holder. front neck.
across next 12 sts, P17 (20, Cont working straight in Cable Work across front sts as
21, 23). Panel patt until 104(104, 126, MAKING UP follows: K1 (2, 4, 5), P1, K10,
These 2 rows set position for 126) rows have been worked Press all pieces very gently, P1, K1 (2, 4, 5).
Cable Panel. from beg. except cables, on WS using Pick up and knit 11 (12, 11, 12)
Cont in Cable Panel patt as a warm iron over a damp sts evenly along right side of
set, work 2 rows. Shape sleeve raglan cloth. Using backstitch, join all front neck.
Next Row: RS - (dec) Cast off raglan seams. Work across 3 sts at top of
Shape sleeve 3 sts at beg next 2 rows. 64 Neckband with RS facing, right front neck as follows: K1,
Next Row: RS - (inc) K2, M1, (70, 76, 80) sts. using 4.00mm circ needle and sl 1, K1, psso.
K15 (18, 19, 21), work row 5 Next Row: RS - (dec) K2, sl beg at left back raglan seam, Work across sts of right
of Cable Panel across next 12 1, K1, psso, patt to last 4 sts, work across left sleeve sts as sleeve as follows: K2tog, K1,
sts, K15 (18, 19, 21), M1, K2. 48 K2tog, K2. follows: K2tog, K1, P1, K10, P1, P1, K10, P1, K1, sl 1, K1, psso,
(54, 56, 60) sts. This row sets This rows sets patt for dec. Dec K1, sl 1, K1, psso. Then work across back sts as
patt for inc. 2 sts as set on foll 4th rows, 5 Work across 3 sts at top of follows: K2tog, K to last 2 sts,

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RAGLAN CABLE SWEATER

sl 1, K1, psso. 98 (106, 110, P1, K10, P1, K9 (11, 12, 14),
118) sts. K2tog, K3, P1, K10, P1, K3, sl
Round 1: K2, P1, K10, P1, K3, 1, K1, psso, K16 (20, 22, 26),
sl 1, K1, psso, K11 (13, 14, 16), K2tog, K1. 86 (94, 88, 106)
P1, K10, P1, K11 (13, 14, 16), sts.
K2tog, K3, P1, K10, P1, K3, Round 6: K2, (P1, K10, P1, K13
sl 1, K1, psso, K20 (24, 26, (15, 16, 18)) twice, P1, K10, P1,
30), K2tog, K1 (94(102, 106, K22 (26, 28, 32).
114) sts). Rep last round twice.
Round 2: K2, (P1, K10, P1, K15 Round 9: K2, (P1, C10F, P1,
(17, 18, 20)) twice, P1, K10, P1, K13 (15, 16, 18)) twice, P1,
K26 (30, 32, 36). C10F, P1, K22 (26, 28, 32).
Round 3: K2, P1, K10, P1, K3, Round 10: K2, (P1, K10, P1,
sl 1, K1, psso, K10 (12, 13, 15), K13 (15, 16, 18)) twice, P1, K10,
P1, K10, P1, K10 (12, 13, 15), P1, K22 (26, 28, 32).
K2tog, K3, P1, K10, P1, K3, sl Rep last round 6 times.
1, K1, psso, K18 (22, 24, 28), Purl 1 round.
K2tog, K1. 90 (98, 102, 110) Cast off loosely knitways.
sts. Using edge to edge st, join
Round 4: K2, (P1, K10, P1, K14 sleeve and side seams. Press
(16, 17, 19)) twice, P1, K10, P1, seams.
K24 (28, 30, 34).
Round 5: K2, P1, K10, P1, K3, Jo Sharp
sl 1, K1, psso, K9 (11, 12, 14), www.josharppatterns.com

46 Creative Knitting
LACE AND GARTER
COWL
Designed by Kaalund Yarns

WORKING PATTERN Work 4 rows of garter stitch


With C1 cast on 170 sts. (every st a k st).
Rows 1 to 28: Garter st (ever Cast off.
stitch a k st)
Change to C2 MAKING UP
Row 29: k2 *k2tog, yf, k1, yf, With RS together, neatly sew
sl1, k1, psso, k2 repeat from * short ends together to form
to * to end of row. a cowl.
Row 30: k Sew in ends using a wool
Row 31: k1, *k2tog, yf, k3, yf, sewing needle.
sl1, k1, psso*, repeat from * to
* to end of row, k1. Kaalund Yarns
Row 32: k Shop 5, 216 Shaw Road
Repeat rows 29 to 32 x 4 Wavell Heights Qld 4012
times (5 repeats in total). Ph: 07 3861 9403
www.kaalundyarns.com.au

SKILL LEVEL

intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn
1 hank 100g Kaalund
Yarns Variegated 8 Ply in
colour Blackberry C1
1 hank 100g Kaalund
Yarns 8 Ply in colour
Amethyst C2

Needles and Tools


9.00mm knitting
needles
Wool sewing needle MEASUREMENTS
WIDTH 23 CM

Tension CIRCUMFERENCE 136 CM


Not critical

Creative Knitting 47
YOKE CARDIGAN
This pattern is worked in Stocking Stitch on large needles with two strands of yarn together.
It has an additional facing section at the base that is worked sideways in
two pieces and joined at the centre with outward facing seams.

STITCH GUIDE Left Front Raglan Shaping Leave rem sts on circular press all edges firmly with a
Stocking Stitch Purl 1 row. needle for Yoke. warm iron on wrong side of
Row 1: RS - Knit to end of row. Dec one st at beg of next and fabric.
Row 2: WS - Purl to end of row. foll alt rows until 18 (20, 23) Right Front Raglan Shaping
Repeat these two rows. sts rem. With WS facing join in yarn at YOKE
Purl 1 row. first stitch. Working with RS facing and
BACK, LEFT AND RIGHT Leave rem sts on circular Purl 1 row, 21 (23, 26) sts. using 9.00mm circular needle,
BODICE needle for Yoke. Dec one st at end of next and knit across sts of right front,
Using 9.00 mm circular foll alt rows until 18 (20, 23) right sleeve on stitch holder,
needle and cols A and B tog, Back Raglan Shaping sts rem. back, left sleeve on stitch
cast on 94 (105, 116) sts. Work With WS facing join in yarn at Purl 1 row. holder and left front. 106 (121,
21 (22.5, 24) cm St st, ending first stitch. Leave rem sts on circular 136) sts.
on a WS row. Purl 1 row 40 (47, 52) sts. needle for Yoke. Work 13 (13, 15) rows st st.
Dec one st at each end of the
Underarm Shaping next and foll alt rows until 34 SLEEVES
K21 (23, 26) cast off 6, K40 (47, (41, 46) sts rem. Using 9.00mm needles and
52) cast off 6, K21 (23, 26). Purl 1 row. cols A and B, cast on 32 (34, SKILL LEVEL
36) sts.
Work in St st until work (from
intermediate
beg) measures 44 (45, 46)
cm, ending on a WS row. WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Beg Raglan Shaping Yarn


Cast off 4 sts at beg of next 2 7, 8, 9 balls Jo Sharp
rows 24 (26, 28) sts. Classic DK Wool in Col A
Dec one st at each end of the 904 Winter
next and foll alt rows until 18 7, 8, 9 balls Jo Sharp
(20, 22) sts rem. Classic DK Wool in Col B
Purl 1 row. 602 Romany
Leave rem sts on stitch
holder for Yoke. Needles
Using edge-to-edge st, join 9.00mm knitting needles
sleeve seams. 9.00mm circular needle
60cm length
PANELS
Make panels Using 9.00mm Tension
MEASUREMENTS
needles and cols A and B cast 11 sts by 15 rows over
TO FIT BUST 80 90 100CM
on 34 sts. Stocking Stitch on
FINISHED FIT 85 95 105CM
Work 43 (48, 53) cm St st, 9.00 mm needles and
GARMENT LENGTH 84 90.5 98CM
cast off. specified yarn to 10cm
SLEEVE LENGTH 44 45 46CM
Work second panel to match square
first panel. For best result,

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YOKE CARDIGAN

Next Row: RS - K2, K2tog,


*K3, K2tog, rep from * to last
2 sts, K2. 85 (97, 109) st.
Work 5 rows St st,
Size A inc 1 st, Size B (C) dec
1 (3) st evenly across last row.
86 (96, 106) sts.
Next Row: RS - K2, K2tog,
*K3, K2tog, rep from * to last
2 sts, K2. 69 (77, 85) sts.
Cast off very tightly purlwise.
A tight cast off row ensures
yoke shape is maintained.

MAKING UP
With RS tog, using backstitch,
join ends of panels to form
one long horizontal panel with
a vertical feature seam at
centre and WS of fabric facing
the same way as feature
seam. Using backstitch, join
long panel to bottom bodice
edge with feature seams

to the outside. The finished For best result, press all edges
garment should show St st firmly with a warm iron on
with RS facing outwards for wrong side of fabric.
the top section of the garment
and St st with WS facing Jo Sharp
outwards for lower panel. www.josharppatterns.com

Creative Knitting 49
LACE HAT
An easy lacy fitted hat with I-cord fastening worked in Soho Summer DK cotton.
Design by Jo Sharp

MEASUREMENTS
DEPTH 18CM
DIAMETER 46 CM

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LACE HAT

STITCH GUIDE Cont in patt until length through rem sts, pull tight
SKILL LEVEL
PATTERN STITCH measures 15 cm ending with a and secure.
All rows K1, *yf, k2tog, rep WS row.
from * to last st, k1. Dec Row: 2 Rep dec row 1 to MAKE I CORD beginner
last 5 sts, yf, k4 tog, k1. 36 sts. Using 4.50mm double pointed
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
HAT Cont in patt until length needles, cast on 5 sts.
Using 4.50mm needles, cast measures 17 cm ending with a *Slide sts to end of needle, k5*. Yarn
on 79sts. WS row. Rep from * to * until length 1 ball 50gm Jo Sharp
Next 3 rows Work Moss st. Dec Row: 3 Rep dec row 1 to measures 75cm. Soho Summer DK Cotton
Next Row: Work as for patt st last 5 sts, yf, k4 tog, k1. 24 sts. Cast off. in 228 Calico
to last 2sts, yf, k2. 80 sts. Cont in patt until length
Next Row: K1, *yf, k2tog, rep measures 19cm ending with a MAKING UP Needles
from * to last st, k1. WS row. Using edge-to-edge st, sew 4.50mm needles
Cont in patt st until length Dec Row: 4 Rep Dec row 1 to back seam. 4.50mm double pointed
measures 12cm ending with a last 5 sts, yf, k4 tog, k1. 16 sts. Thread I cord through beg of needles
WS row. Next Row: Work patt st. patt st, weaving in and out
Dec row 1 K1, *yf, k4 tog, yf, Dec Row: 5 Rep dec row 1 to every 3rd yf hole, placing tie at Tension
k2 tog, rep from* to last st, k1. last 3 sts, yf, k2 tog, k1. 12 sts. left front as in photograph. 17 sts by 25 rows of
54sts. Next Row: Work patt st. pattern st on 4.50mm
Next Row: K1, * yf, k2 tog, rep Cut yarn (leaving enough Jo Sharp needles to 10cm
from * to last st, k1. yarn to join seam) thread www.josharppatterns.com

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HIS JACKET
Design by Gitta Schrade for Naturally Yarns

STITCH GUIDE row 5 (6, 6, 6, 6) times. 69 (79, Change to 4.00mm needles. shoulder, end with a WS row,
BACK 89, 99, 111) sts. ensure to end with same Main
With 3.75mm needles cast on Patt straight until piece Beg Main Pattern patt row as back.
to 97 (109, 121, 133, 145) sts. measures 59 (64, 66, 67, 69) Row 1: RS - Purl all sts. Cast off loosely rem sts.
Row 1: RS - P1; *k2, p1; rep cm from beg, end with a WS Rows 2, 4 and 6: Purl all sts.
from * to end. row. Rows 3, 5 and 7: P1; *k5, p1; RIGHT FRONT
Row 2: *K1, p2; rep from * to rep from * to end. Work as for left front until
last st, k1. Shape Neck Row 8: Purl all sts. piece measures same as left
Rep last 2 rows until piece Next Row: RS - Patt 24 (28, Rep these 8 rows throughout front to underarm, end with
measures 5 (5, 5.5, 6, 6) cm, 32, 37, 42) sts, turn, on these for Main patt. a WS row; ensure to end with
end with a WS row. sts only. Patt until work measures same Main patt row as left
Change to 4.00mm needles. Cast off 4 sts beg next 2 WS same as back to underarm, front and back.
rows. end with a WS row; ensure to Place marker at neck edge.
Beg Main Pattern Cast off rem 16 (20, 24, 29, end with same Main patt row
Row 1: RS - Purl all sts. 34) sts for shoulder. as back. Shape Armhole and Neck
Rows 2, 4 and 6: Purl all sts. Return to sts on hold, rejoin Place marker at neck edge. Next Row: RS - K1, skp, patt
Rows 3, 5 and 7: P1; *k5, p1; yarn and cast off next 21 to end.
rep from * to end. (23, 25, 25, 27) sts for back Shape Armhole and Neck Next Row: Cast off 6 (6, 6, 7,
Row 8: Purl all sts. neck, work 2nd half to match, Next Row: RS - Cast off 6 (6, 7) sts, patt to end.
Rep these 8 rows throughout reversing shapings. 6, 7, 7) sts, patt to last 3 sts, Dec 1 st at armhole edge next
for Main patt. k2tog, k1. 2 rows.
Patt until work measures 41 LEFT FRONT Dec 1 st at armhole edge next Next Row: RS - K1, skp, patt
(45, 45, 45, 47) cm from beg, With 3.75mm needles cast on 3 rows. across and dec 1 st at armhole
end with a WS row. 37 (43, 49, 55, 61) sts. Next Row: RS - Dec 0 (0, 1, 1, edge.
Row 1: RS - P1; *k2, p1; rep 1) st at armhole edge, patt to Dec 0 (0, 1, 1, 1) st at armhole
Shape Armholes from * to end. last 3 sts, k2tog, k1. edge next row, then every
Cast off 6 (6, 6, 7, 7) sts beg of Row 2: *K1, p2; rep from * to Keeping patt correct, dec 1 st other row 5 (6, 6, 6, 6) times,
next 2 rows. last st, k1. at armhole edge every other at same time, dec 1 st at neck
Dec 1 st each end next 3 (3, 4, Rep last 2 rows until piece row 5 (6, 6, 6, 6) times, at the edge every 3rd RS row.
4, 4) rows. measures 5 (5, 5.5, 6, 6) cm, same time, dec 1 st at neck Keeping patt correct, work
Dec 1 st each end every other end with a WS row. edge every 3rd RS row. straight at armhole edge but
Keeping patt correct, work cont to dec at neck edge as
MEASUREMENTS
straight at armhole edge but established every 3rd RS row
cont to dec at neck edge as until 16 (20, 24, 29, 34) sts
SIZE 76-81 86-91 96-102 107-112 117-122CM
established every 3rd RS row rem.
FIISHED FIT 86 99 109 120 132CM
until 16 (20, 24, 29, 34) sts Patt straight until front
GARMENT LENGTH 61 66 68 69 71CM
rem. measures same as back to
SLEEVE LENGTH 42 44 45 47 48CM
Patt straight until front shoulder, end with a RS row,
measures same as back to ensure to end with same Main

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HIS JACKET

SKILL LEVEL

intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn
8, 10, 11, 13, 14 hanks
Harmony Colour Tweed
DK 8ply in shade 35
8 buttons (Incomparable
Buttons: L318)

Needles and Tools


3.75mm knitting needles
4.00mm knitting needles
Stitch holder
Markers

Tension
22 sts by 30 rows
over Stst on 4.00mm
needles10cm

Special abbreviations
skp – slip 1 stitch, k 1
stitch, pass slipped st
over;

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Creative Knitting 53
HIS JACKET

Shape Top 51, 53) sts on needle, taking


Cast off 6 (6, 6, 7, 7) sts beg of inc sts into patt.
next 2 rows. Place marker each end.
Dec 1 st each end next 8 (8, Patt straight until band fits
10, 10, 10) rows. along entire left front to centre
Cast off 5 sts beg next 4 rows, back neck marker.
then 8 sts beg next 2 rows. Place marker each end.
Cast off loosely rem sts.
Second Half
MAKING UP Patt straight until 2nd part
Use mattress st to sew all measures same as first part
seams. from centre back marker to
Join shoulder seams. end of inc marker, end with a
Mark centre back neck. WS row.
Place four button markers Place marker each end.
along right front, the first one Next Row: RS - Patt to last 2
4cm from lower cast on edge, sts, patt2tog.
the 4th one 10cm below neck Patt 3 rows straight.
marker and rem 2 evenly Cont to dec in this manner
between first and last. every 4th row until 27 (27, 29,
29, 31) sts rem.
FRONT BAND Patt straight to match left
First Half front and work buttonholes
With 3.75mm needles, cast on opposite markers as following:
27 (27, 29, 29, 31) sts. Next Row: RS - Patt 4 (4, 5, 5,
Rows 1 and 3: RS - K1; *p1, k1, 5), k2tog, yo twice, skp, patt to
rep from * to end. last 7 (7, 8, 8, 9) sts, k2tog, yo
Rows 2 and 4: P1; *k1, p1; rep twice, skp, patt to end.
from * to end. Next Row: WS - Patt across.
Rows 5 and 7: P1; *k1, p1; rep Ensure to finish band with a
from * to end. row 4 or 8 of rib at end.
Rows 6 and 8: K1; *p1, k1, rep Cast off loosely.
from * to end.
patt row as back. Change to 4.00mm needles. Rep these 8 rows throughout, Pin band in place; ensure to
Cast off loosely rem sts. Work Main patt as for back work until band fits from match centre back and front
and inc 1 st each end every bottom cast-on edge of right neck shaping markers.
SLEEVES 4th row 10 times, then every front up centre right front to Sew in place.
With 3.75mm needles cast on 5th row to 93 (97, 99, 103, beg of neck shaping marker, Sew on buttons.
49 (49, 55, 55, 55) sts. 107) sts, taking inc sts into ensure not to stretch, end with
Row 1: RS - P1; *k2, p1; rep main patt. a WS row. Sew in sleeve tops, join side
from * to end. Patt straight until sleeve Next Row: RS - Keeping patt and sleeve seams.
Row 2: *K1, p2; rep from * to measures 42 (44, 45, 47, correct, work to last st, M1,
last st, k1. 48) cm from beg, end with a patt 1 st. Wentworth Distributors NZ Ltd
Rep last 2 rows until piece WS row (ensure to end with Patt 3 rows straight. Free phone AU: 1800 150 542
measures 5cm, end with a WS same Main patt row as on Cont to inc in this manner Free phone NZ: 0800 738 998
row. back). every 4th row until 47 (49, 49, www.naturallyyarnsnz.com

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SHORT SLEEVE
JACKET & HEADBAND
Design by Gitta Schrade for Naturally Yarns

STITCH GUIDE Place first button marker Gtst straight until piece
SKILL LEVEL BACK & SLEEVES 2.5cm below neck sts on measures 32 (35, 39, 44) cm
With 6.00mm needles, cast on holder; place 2nd button from beg, end with a RS row.
40 (43, 47, 51) sts. marker 6.5 (6.5, 7, 7) cm Cast off loosely rem 22 (25,
beginner Garter Stitch (= k every row) below first and again same 31, 34) sts.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED until piece measures 20 (22, distance for 3rd button
25, 29) cm from beg, end with marker. MAKING UP
Yarn a WS row. Join shoulder and upper
Jacket Cast on 5 (6, 8, 9) sts beg next RIGHT FRONT AND sleeve seam.
5, 6, 7, 8 balls 50gm Loyal 4 rows. 60 (67, 79, 87) sts. SLEEVE
Chunky 14ply in shade Gtst straight until piece With 6.00mm needles, cast on NECKBAND
#958 measures 32 (35, 39, 44) cm 22 (24, 26, 28) sts. With RS facing and 6.00mm
Headband from beg, end with a WS row. Gtst until piece measures 20 needles, slip the right front
1 ball 50gm Loyal Chunky Cast off loosely 22 (25, 31, (22, 25, 29) cm from beg, end holder 5 (5, 6, 7) sts onto
14ply in shade #958 34) sts beg next 2 rows; with a RS row. needle as if they have already
Jacket: 3 buttons leave rem 16 (17, 17, 19) sts Cast on 5 (6, 8, 9) sts beg next been worked, pick up and k10
Headband: 1 button on holder for neck. 2 WS rows. 32 (36, 42, 46) sts. (11, 13, 14) sts to shoulder
(Incomparable Buttons: Gtst straight until right front seam, k the back neck holder
L17) LEFT FRONT AND SLEEVE measures same as left front to 16 (17, 17, 19) sts, pick up and
With 6.00mm needles, cast on lower button marker, end with k10 (11, 13, 14) sts down front
Needles and Tools 22 (24, 26, 28) sts. a WS row. neck to holder, k the holder 5
6.00mm knitting needles Gtst until piece measures 20 Next Row: RS - K2, k2tog, yo (5, 6, 7) sts. 46 (49, 55, 61) sts.
Stitch holder (22, 25, 29) cm from beg, end twice, skp; k to end. Gtst for 5 rows.
with a WS row. Next Row: K across but k the Cast off loosely.
Tension Cast on 5 (6, 8, 9) sts beg next first and purl the 2nd yo of
13 sts over Garter Stitch 2 RS rows. 32 (36, 42, 46) sts. buttonhole. Join side and sleeve seams.
on 6.00mm needles to Gtst straight until piece Gtst straight and work 2nd Sew on buttons.
10cm measures 28 (31, 35, 40) cm and 3rd buttonholes opposite
from beg, end with a RS row. markers to match first. HEADBAND
Special abbreviations Shape Neck Gtst straight until piece With 6.00mm needles, cast on
skp – slip 1 stitch, knit 1 Next Row: WS - K5 (5, 6, measures 28 (31, 35, 40) cm 6 (7) sts.
stitch, pass the slipped 7) sts and slip these sts to from beg, end with a WS row. Garter Stitch 2 rows.
stitch over; holder, k to end. Next Row: RS - K1; *inc 1 into
Dec 1 st at neck edge next 5 (6, Shape Neck next st; rep from * to last st,
5, 5) rows. 22 (25, 31, 34) sts. Next Row: RS - K5 (5, 6, 7) sts k1. 10 (12) sts.
Gtst straight until piece and slip these sts to holder, k Gtst until piece measures 40
measures 32 (35, 39, 44) cm to end. (46) cm (lightly stretched)
from beg, end with a WS row. Dec 1 st at neck edge next from beg, end with a WS row.
Cast off loosely rem 22 (25, 5 (6, 5, 5) rows. 22 (25, 31, Next Row: RS - K1; *k2tog;
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31, 34) sts. 34) sts. rep from * to last st, k1, (end

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SHORT SLEEVE JACKET & HEADBAND

with same number of sts as


cast-on row)
K 1 row.
Cast off. Join cast-on to cast-
off row.

FLOWER
With 6.00mm needles, cast
on 31 sts.
Next Row: RS - P.
Next Row: K1, (cast off 3 sts,
with one st already on needle
after cast-off k1 more) x 6. 13
sts.
Next Row: K1, (k2tog) 6
times. 7 sts.
P 1 row.
Break yarn, leaving longer
end, thread yarn through rem
sts and pull together, secure
end; join side of flower.
Attach flower to headband
seam; decorate centre of
flower with button.

Wentworth Distributors NZ Ltd


Free phone AU: 1800 150 542
Free phone NZ: 0800 738 998
www.naturallyyarnsnz.com

MEASUREMENTS
SIZE 2 4 6 8 YEARS
TO FIT CHEST 56 61 66 71CM
FINISHED FIT 61 66 71 77CM
GARMENT LENGTH 32 35 39 44CM
SLEEVE LENGTH 8 10 11 12CM
HEADBAND TO FIT 2-4 6-8 YEARS
FINISHED CIRCUMFERENCE 44 50 CM

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CHILD’S FAIR ISLE EAR
FLAP HAT AND MITTS
Design by Patons

SKILL LEVEL

advanced

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn
3 balls 50gm Patons Jet
12ply in Main colour (M)
Charcoal 101
2 balls 50gm Patons Jet
12ply in Contrast colour
(C)Cream 100
2 buttons

Needles and Tools


5.00mm knitting needles
5.00mm set double-
pointed needles
5.50mm set double-
pointed needles
2 stitch-holders
Wool sewing needle

Tension
17 sts by 23 rows over
stocking st, on 5.00mm
needles to 10cm

MEASUREMENTS
TO FIT HAND 16CM
TO FIT HEAD 54CM

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CHILD’S FAIR ISLE EAR FLAP HAT AND MITTS

STITCH GUIDE Using M for rem, work 1 round. Row 5: P6, cast off 2 sts, purl Beg Fair Isle Patt
MITTS (MAKE 2) Next Round: Cast off 10 sts, to end. 12 sts. Note – Do not weave
Using set of 5.00mm double- knit to end of round, turn, Row 6: Inc in first st, K5, turn, colours in Fair Isle Patt,
pointed needles and M, cast cast on 10 sts, turn, thumb cast on 2 sts, turn, knit to last but carry colour not in
on 24 sts loosely and divide hole made. st, inc in last st. 16 sts, use loosely across on WS
evenly between 3 needles. Change to set of 5.00mm 1 buttonhole. of work. It is important
Join to work in rounds, taking double-pointed needles. Work 5 rows. however that no colour
care not to twist cast-on edge. Work 8 rounds rib as before. Break off yarn. Leave sts on a should be carried across
Round 1: * K2, P2, rep from * Cast off loosely in rib. stitch-holder. more than 7 sts and where
to end. this is necessary it should
Rep 1st round 7 times. MAKING UP HAT be woven under and over
Change to set of 5.50mm With slightly damp cloth Using 5.00mm needles and colour in use at centre st.
double-pointed needles. and warm iron, press lightly M, cast on 13 sts, turn, with Always carry M above C.
Work 2 rounds stocking st on WS. RS facing knit across sts from Using set of 5.50mm double-
(every round knit). one ear flap, turn, cast on 32 pointed needles, work rounds
HAT sts, turn, with RS facing knit 1 to 4 incl from Graph A.
Beg Fair Isle Patt EAR FLAPS (MAKE 2) across sts from other ear flap, Using set of 5.00mm double-
Note – Do not weave colours Using 5.00mm needles and M, turn, cast on 13 sts. 90 sts. pointed needles and M, knit 2
in Fair Isle patt, but carry cast on 8 sts. Rem of Hat is worked in rounds. rounds.
colour not in use loosely Row 1: WS – Purl. With RS facing, slip sts onto Using set of 5.50mm double-
across on WS. Always carry Row 2: Cast on 2 sts, knit to set of 5.00mm double-pointed pointed needles, work rounds
M above C. end. 10 sts. needles, dividing evenly 1 to 13 incl from Graph B.
Work rounds 1 to 4 incl from Row 3: Cast on 2 sts, purl to between 3 needles. Join to work Using set of 5.00mm double-
Graph A. end. 12 sts. in rounds, taking care not to pointed needles and M, knit 2
Using M, work 2 rounds. Row 4: Inc in first st, knit twist cast-on edge. rounds.
Work 4 rounds Fair Isle patt to last st, inc in last st. Work 2 rounds stocking st Using set of 5.50mm double-
(as before). 14 sts. (every round knit). pointed needles, work rounds

Graph A Graph B

4 13
3 12
2 11
1 beg here 10
9
8
7
6
Rep these 6 sts 5
4
3
2
1 beg here

Rep these 15 sts


KEY

= M (Main Colour)
Note - When working from Graphs,
= C (Contrast Colour) read all rounds (knit rounds) from right to left.

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CHILD’S FAIR ISLE EAR FLAP HAT AND MITTS

from * to end. 63 sts.


Next Round: * K5, K2tog, rep
from * to end. 54 sts.
Next Round: * K4, K2tog, rep
from * to end. 45 sts.
Cont dec in this manner
(working one st less between
dec) in every round until
18 sts rem.
Next Round: * K2tog, rep
from * to end. 9 sts.
Break off yarn, thread end
through rem sts, draw up
tightly and fasten off securely.

MAKING UP
With slightly damp cloth and
warm iron, press lightly on
WS. Sew on buttons above ear
flaps to match buttonholes.
1 to 4 incl from Graph A. Shape Crown Next Round: * K7, K2tog, rep
Change to set of 5.00mm Next Round: * K8, K2tog, rep from * to end. 72 sts. Patons
double-pointed needles and M from * to end. 81 sts. Next Round: Knit. Ph: 1800 337 032
for rem. Next Round: Knit. Next Round: * K6, K2tog, rep www.patonsyarns.com.au

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GIRL’S JUMPER
Design by Patons

WORKING PATTERN Work in garter st (every row 2, 2, 2) sts, (K2tog) 0 (0, 1, 1, rem 18 (19, 21, 21, 21) sts and
BACK knit) until Back measures 22 1) times. 5 sts. knit to last 2 sts, K2tog.
Using 3.25mm needles, cast (25, 28, 28, 29) cm from beg, Row 4: Knit. Rep from *** to ***.
on 66 (70, 74, 82, 86) sts. working last row on wrong Dec one st at each end of next
Row 1: K2, * P2, K2, rep from side. row, then at raglan edge only SLEEVES
* to end. in foll alt row. 2 sts. Using 3.25mm needles, cast
Row 2: P2, * K2, P2, rep from Shape Raglan Armholes Work 1 row. on 34 (38, 38, 42, 42) sts.
* to end. Cast off 3 sts at beg of next 2 Next Row: K2tog. Fasten off. Work 24 rows rib as for lower
Last 2 rows form rib. rows. 61 (66, 71, 76, 81) sts. ** band of Back, inc 3 (1, 1, 1, 1)
Work a further 18 rows rib, inc Dec one st at each end of next FRONT sts evenly across last row. 39
1 (2, 3, 0, 1) sts evenly across row, then in every foll 4th row Work as for Back to **. (39, 39, 43, 43) sts.
last row. 67 (72, 77, 82, 87) sts, until 35 (38, 41, 40, 41) sts Dec one st at each end of next Change to 4.00mm needles.
20 rows rib in all. rem. row, then in every foll 4th row
Change to 4.00mm needles. Work 3 (3, 3, 1, 1) rows. until 49 (52, 57, 58, 59) sts Beg Patt
rem. Row 1: Knit.
Shape Back Neck Work 3 rows. Row 2: Knit.
Row 1: (K2tog) 1 (1, 1, 0, 0) Row 3: P1, * K1, P1, rep from *
SKILL LEVEL times, K5 (5, 6, 7, 7), turn. Shape Neck to end.
Cont on these 6 (6, 7, 7, 7) sts Next Row: K2tog, K16 (17, 19, Row 4: K1, * P1, K1, rep from
for right side of back neck. 19, 19), turn. * to end.
intermediate
Row 2: Knit. Cont on these 17 (18, 20, 20, Last 4 rows form patt for
WHAT YOU'LL NEED Row 3: (K2tog) 0 (0, 1, 1, 1) 20) sts for left side of neck. Sleeves.
times, knit to last 2 sts, K2tog. *** Work 3 rows. Keeping patt correct and
Yarn 5 sts. Dec one st at raglan edge in working extra sts into patt, inc
7, 8, 9, 11, 12 balls 50gm Row 4: Knit. next row, then in every foll 4th one st at each end of next row,
Patons Extra fine merino Dec one st at each end of next row 7 (7, 7, 8, 8) times, at same then in every foll 4th (4th, 6th,
8ply in 2110 Orchid row, then at raglan edge only time dec one st at neck edge 8th, 8th) row until there are
in foll alt row. 2 sts. in next row, then in every foll 59 (43, 55, 63, 67) sts, then in
Needles and Tools Work 1 row. 4th row 3 (5, 4, 3, 3) times, every foll 6th (6th, 8th, 10th,
3.25mm knitting needles Next Row: K2tog. Fasten off. then in every foll 6th row 2 (1, 10th) row until there are 61
4.00mm knitting needles Slip next 21 (24, 25, 26, 27) sts 2, 3, 3) times. 3 (3, 5, 4, 4) sts. (63, 65, 67, 71) sts.
3.25mm double-pointed onto stitch-holder and leave Dec one st at raglan edge only Cont without further shaping
knitting needles for neckband. in every foll alt row 1 (1, 3, 2, 2) until Sleeve measures 25
4 stitch-holders With right side facing, join times. 2 sts. (30, 35, 40, 42) cm (or length
Wool sewing needle yarn to rem 7 (7, 8, 7, 7) sts for Work 1 row. desired) from beg, working
left side of back neck. Next Row: K2tog. Fasten off. last row on wrong side.
Tension Row 1: Knit to last 2 (2, 2, 0, ***
21 sts by 44 rows over 0) sts, (K2tog) 1 (1, 1, 0, 0) Slip next 13 (14, 15, 16, 17) sts Shape Raglan
garter st, on 4.00mm times. 6 (6, 7, 7, 7) sts. onto stitch-holder and leave Keeping patt correct, cast off
needles to 10cm Row 2: Knit. for neckband. 3 sts at beg of next 2 rows. 55
Row 3: K2tog, knit to last 0 (0, With RS facing, join yarn to (57, 59, 61, 65) sts.

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GIRL’S JUMPER

Row 3: Patt 5, sl 1, K1, psso, NECKBAND sleeve stitch-holder, knit up Rep last round 8 times.
patt to last 7 sts, K2tog, patt 5. Join raglan seams, easing 6 sts evenly along right side Cast off loosely in rib.
Row 4: Patt 5, P1, patt to last sides of back and front to fit of back neck, knit across sts
6 sts, P1, patt 5. sleeve raglans (if necessary) from back stitch-holder – dec MAKING UP
Row 5: Patt 5, K1, patt to last and noting that tops of 0 (1, 1, 1, 0) sts in centre, then Do not press. Join side and
6 sts, K1, patt 5. sleeves form part of neckline. knit up 6 sts evenly along left sleeve seams.
Row 6: As 4th row. With RS facing, using set side of back neck. 112 (116,
Rep last 4 rows 1 (2, 3, 5, 7) of 3.25mm double-pointed 124, 128, 132) sts. Patons
times. 51 (51, 51, 49, 49) sts. needles and beg at left back Round 1: * K2, P2, rep from * Ph: 1800 337 032
Dec one st (inside 5 sts as raglan seam, knit across sts to end. www.patonsyarns.com.au
before) at each end of next from left sleeve stitch-holder,
row, then in every foll alt row knit up 22 (23, 26, 27, 27) sts MEASUREMENTS
until 13 sts rem. evenly along left side of front
SIZE 2 4 6 8 10 YEARS
Work 1 row. neck, knit across sts from
TO FIT CHEST 55 60 65 70 75CM
Next Row: Patt 5, sl 1, K2tog, front stitch-holder – dec 0 (1,
FINISHED FIT 61 66 71 76 81CM
psso, patt 5. 11 sts. 1, 1, 0) sts in centre, knit up
GARMENT LENGTH 36 40 44 46 48CM
Next Row: Patt 5, P1, patt 5. 22 (23, 26, 27, 27) sts evenly
SLEEVE LENGTH 25 30 35 40 42CM
Leave rem sts on stitch- along right side of front neck,
holder. knit across sts from right

Creative Knitting 63
RIBBED CARDIGAN
An innovative easy rib stitch cardigan. The bodice is worked in three sections then joined by
incorporating the yoke. The collar is worked tightly in the first few rows to
create a gathered and flared effect.

STITCH GUIDE Shape bodice Shape Armhole right front, 26 (32) sts right
BODICE Size A: K3 tog, rib 4, *P3tog, Next Row: WS - Rib 21 (25) sleeve, 45 (59) sts back, 26
Using 12.00mm needles and rib11, rep from *7 times, P3 sts, cast off 8 sts, rib until a (32) sts left sleeve, 21 (25)
both yarns tog, cast on 125 tog, rib 3 (105 sts). further 45 (59) sts on right sts left front. 139 (173) sts. A
(147) sts. Size B: Rib 4, *K3tog, rib11, rep needle, cast off 8sts, rib to circular needle may be used.
Row 1: RS - *P1, k1; rep from * from * 9 times, rib 3 (127 sts). end. Place the three sections Cont straight until length
to last st, p1. Both sizes Cont straight of sts, 21 (25), 45 (59), 21 (25) measures 66cm version 1 or
Row 2: WS - *K1, p1; rep from until length measures 52 cm, sts on stitch holders. 83cm version 2 from cast on
* to last st, k1. These two rows ending with a WS row. edge of bodice, ending with a
set patt. Next Row: Keeping rib pattern RIGHT SLEEVE WS row.
Cont in patt until length correct, dec 1 st each end of Using 12.00mm needles
(measured on flat surface row. 103 (125) sts. and both yarns tog, cast on
without stretching) is 42cm, Cont straight until length is 34 (40) sts.
ending with a RS row. 63cm, ending with RS row. Row 1: RS - K1, p1 rib to end. SKILL LEVEL
Row 2: WS - K1, p1 rib to end.
These two rows set patt. Cont
intermediate
in patt until length measures
20cm 13cm

47 (51) cm, ending with a WHAT YOU'LL NEED


WS row.
Yarn
Shape Armhole 8, 9 balls 50gm Jo Sharp
Cast off 4sts at beg of next Soho Summer DK Cotton
two rows. in 236 Jet
63cm

47(51)cm

Place rem 26 (32) sts on a 6, 7 balls 50gm Jo Sharp


stitch holder. Silkroad DK Tweed in 425
Peppercorn
LEFT SLEEVE
Using 12.00mm needles and Needles and Tools
both yarns tog, cast on 34 4.00mm knitting needles
(40) sts. 10.00mm knitting
44.5(52.5)cm Row 1: RS - P1, k1 rib to end. needles
Row 2: WS - P1, k1 rib to end. 12.00mm knitting
MEASUREMENTS These two rows set patt. needles
SIZE A B Cont in patt until length 12.00mm circular needle
TO FIT BUST 80-100 110-130 CM measures 47 (51) cm, ending optional
with a WS row. 4 stitch holders
FINISHED FIT VERSION 1 74 89 CM
Now shape armhole to match
FINISHED FIT VERSION 2 89 105 CM
right sleeve. Tension
GARMENT LENGTH VERSION 1 66 66CM
14 sts by 11 rows over
GARMENT LENGTH VERSION 2 83 83CM
YOKE AND COLLAR k1, p1 rib on 12.00mm
SLEEVE LENGTH 47 51CM
With RS facing and working needles to 10cm
in rib, work across 21 (25) sts

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RIBBED CARDIGAN

MAKE COLLAR BAND


Note; This next band section
should be worked very
tightly for best collar effect)
Next Row: RS -Using 4.00mm
needles, **p3tog, k1; rep from
** to last 3 (1) sts, p3tog (p1).
Cont straight in k1, p1 rib
on these 69 (87) sts for an
additional 8 rows ending with
a RS row.
Inc Row: *K1, M1 purlwise
(pick up loop between sts and
purl into front of it) rep from *
to last st, k1. 137 (173) sts.

COLLAR
Change to 10.00mm needles
and work 13 rows in rib patt.
Cast off in patt.

MAKING UP
With RS facing, using edge-
to-edge st, join sleeve
seams. Join cast off edges
at underarms. Press seams
gently.

Jo Sharp
www.josharppatterns.com

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COWL
Design by Cleckheaton

SKILL LEVEL

intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn
2 balls Australian
Superfine Merino by
Cleckheaton 8 ply, 65g
balls. Main colour (M) 43
Smoke
1 ball Australian
Superfine Merino by
Cleckheaton 8 ply, 65g
balls. Contrast colour (C)
05 Stone

Needles
4.00mm knitting needles
Wool sewing needle

Tension
22 sts by 30 rows over
stocking st, on 4.00mm
needles to 10cm

M C

MEASUREMENTS
FINISHED SIZE (APPROX.) 27 X 78CM

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COWL

STITCH GUIDE Last 14 rows form stripe patt. MAKING UP C, repeat stitching in 14th
Note – Wind off 8m each of Work a further 28 rows stripe Feature Stitching stitch column, alternating
M and C and set aside for patt. Cut each 8m of reserved as before. Repeat feature
Feature Stitching, worked yarn into 8 x 1m lengths. With stitching, leaving 4 stitch
after completing knitting. Beg Block Patt right side facing, beginning at columns unworked between
Using 4.00mm needles and Using C, knit 20 rows. cast-on edge and using a 1m embroidery, until 8 pairs of
M, cast on 56 sts loosely. Using M, knit 2 rows. length of M, work a running stitching have been worked.
Work 71 rows garter st (first Last 12 rows form block patt. stitch in 7th stitch column Keep the feature stitching
row is wrong side). Work a further 82 rows block from right side edge, working firm but do not pull the yarn
patt. under every second garter too tightly – stitching should
Beg Stripe Patt ridge and continuing for the be as elastic as your knitting.
Note – Do not break off Beg Stripe Patt full length of the Cowl. Using Secure all ends. Using a flat
colours when not in use, but Using M, knit 8 rows. a 1m length of C, repeat seam, join cast-on and cast-
carry loosely up side edge of Work 34 rows stripe patt as stitching in 8th stitch column, off edges. Sew in ends.
work, catching in on alt rows. before. Break off C. working under every alternate
Using M for rem, cont in garter garter ridge to first column The Wool Inn
Using C, knit 2 rows. st until Cowl measures 78 cm of stitching (as pictured). Shop 14 NK Centre
Using M, knit 2 rows. from beg, or until approx. 2m Using M, repeat stitching 450 High St, Penrith
Using C, knit 2 rows. of yarn rem. in 13th stitch column from Ph: 02 4732 2201
Using M, knit 8 rows. Cast off loosely. right side edge, then using www.the-wool-inn.com.au

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SKILL LEVEL

BAG intermediate

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Yarn
A striped crochet bag made in two pieces, with a plaited fringe. 2 balls 50gm Jo Sharp
Suitable for those with crochet experience. Desert Garden Aran
Cotton 209 Monet
Colour A
WORKING PATTERN Rep Row 2 throughout in the Col E 2 rows, 2 balls 50gm Jo Sharp
BAG following colour sequence as Col A 2 rows; Desert Garden Aran
Using a 4.00mm crochet hook follows; rep from * once, Cotton 238 Dandelion
and Col A, Note: as you change colours, Col B 2 rows, Colour B
ch 123, turn. leave a length of yarn approx Col C 2 rows, 2 balls 50gm Jo Sharp
Row 1: Dc in second ch from 15cm long at beg and end for **Col B 2 rows, Desert Garden Aran
hook, and in each stitch to end the plaited fringe. Col A 2 rows, Cotton 206 Clay Colour C
(122 dc). *Col B 2 rows, Col E 2 rows, 4 balls 50gm Jo Sharp
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dc each dc Col C 2 rows, Col D 2 rows, Desert Garden Aran
to end (122 dc). Col D 2 rows, Col C 2 rows; Cotton 239 Garnet
rep from ** once, Colour D
Col B 2 rows, 1 ball 50gm Jo Sharp
Col A 2 rows (50 rows). Desert Garden Aran
Cotton 244 Chamba
STRAP Colour E
Using a 4.00mm crochet hook
and Col D, ch 245, turn. Needles and tools
Row 1: Dc in second ch from 4.00mm crochet hook
hook, and in each stitch to end
(244 dc). Special abbreviations
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, dc each dc Ch (ch) - Chain.
to end (244 dc). Dc (dc) - Double Crochet
Rep Row 2, 7 times (9 rows). Insert hook into a stitch
yarn over the hook and
MAKING UP draw up loop, yarn over
Mark edge of bag 28cm the hook again and draw
from edge (without fringe). through both loops on
With WS facing, position hook. Note: In the USA
the centre of the strap end this is referred to as a
at the marked point on the Single Crochet (SC).
bag edge. Join bag and strap
across strap end. Turning Tension
corner around the end of 17 sts by 19 rows over
the strap, pin edge of bag to Double Crochet on
edges of strap. Stitch into 4.00mm crochet hook to
place. This forms gusset. 10cm
Repeat on other side.
MEASUREMENTS
Divide yarn ends into
BAG WIDTH - 26CM
8 bunches, plait and knot
BAG DEPTH - 28CM
ends.
STRAP WIDTH - 5CM
STRAP LENGTH - 144CM
Jo Sharp
www.josharppatterns.com

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GLOSSARY
BEGINNER'S TOOL KIT

PINS KNITTING NEEDLES KNITTING BAG


Plastic-head Knitting needles are made from plastic, A knitting bag is essential for those who like
pins are useful aluminium or wood and come in varying to knit ‘on the go’. Not only is it a practical
for checking lengths and widths. Straight needles way to keep all your knitting paraphenalia
tension and come in pairs and doublepointed together, it also helps keep the yarn clean
blocking out needles come in sets of four. and tangle-free.
items. Pins with coloured heads are best
because they do not get lost in your work.

ROW COUNTER
A row counter is helpful
for keeping track of rows
worked, particularly where
increases, decreases or
other kinds of patterning CIRCULAR KNITTING NEEDLES
occur. Circular needles have two working ends joined
by a thin nylon wire. They are more balanced
than straight needles and allow the weight of
your work to rest in your lap.

KNITTING IN ELASTIC
Elastic yarn prevents sagging in
cuffs, collars and waists. You can
work it in with knitting yarn on
knitted or crocheted garments.
TAPE MEASURE KNITTER’S NEEDLES
A basic tape measure is essential for checking your Knitter’s needles need to have a large eye and
garment measurements. a blunt point so they do not split stitches when
sewing up your knitting.

STITCH HOLDER
STITCH GAUGE A stitch holder is used to secure stitches not in
A stitch gauge is a flat piece of metal or plastic with cut out in the centre. It allows you to mark and use. You can also use safety pins for holding a
a ruler marked on one side and/or a window measure easily and accurately. small number of stitches.

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GLOSSARY

CASTING ON
Diagram 1

Casting on is creating a row of loops on a knitting Pull a loop through the slip knot with the right-hand
needle to form the base row for your knitting. One of needle (see Diagram 2). Place this loop on the left-
the most popular methods of casting on is the cable hand needle and gently pull the yarn to secure the
cast on. Form a slipknot about 25cm away from the stitch. For the remaining cast-on stitches, insert the
end of the yarn. right-hand needle between the slip knot and the first
Diagram 2
Place the slipknot on a knitting needle and pull gently stitch on the left-hand needle. Wind the yarn around
to secure. Hold this needle in your left hand. Insert the point of the right-hand needle. Draw a loop
the right-hand needle through the slip knot. Pass through and place this loop on the left-hand needle.
the yarn over the point of the right-hand needle Continue in this manner until you have cast on the
(see Diagram 1). desired number of stitches.

KNIT STITCH PURL STITCH

Diagram 1 Diagram 2 Diagram 1 Diagram 2

Once you have cast on, you then yarn through the stitch to form The purl stitch is basically the stitch to form a new stitch on
knit into the stitches you have a new stitch on the right-hand reverse of the knit stitch. Hold the right-hand needle. Slip the
made to form the knitted fabric. needle. Slip the original stitch the needle with the stitches on original stitch off the left-hand
Hold the needle with the cast on off the left-hand needle, keeping in your left hand, with the loose needle, keeping the new stitch
stitches in your left hand, with the new stitch on the right-hand yarn at the front of your work. on the right-hand needle. To
the loose yarn at the back of needle. To knit a row, repeat Insert the right-hand needle purl a row, repeat these steps
your work. Insert the right-hand these steps until all the stitches from right to left into the front until all the stitches have
needle from left to right through have been transferred from the of the first stitch on the left- been transferred from the
the front of the first stitch on the left-hand needle to the right- hand needle (see Diagram 1). left-hand needle to the right-
left-hand needle (see Diagram 1). hand needle. Turn your work, Wind the yarn from right to hand needle. Turn your work,
Wind the yarn from left to right transferring the needle with the left over the point of the right- transferring the needle with
over the point of the right-hand stitches on into your left hand to hand needle (see Diagram 2). the stitches on into your left
needle (see Diagram 2). Draw the work the next row. Draw the yarn through the hand to work the next row.

CASTING OFF

Diagram 1 Diagram 2
KNITWISE PURLWISE
Knit two stitches. Use the point of the Purl two stitches. Use the point of the
left-hand needle to lift the first stitch on left-hand needle to lift the first stitch
the right-hand needle over the second, on the right-hand needle over the
and drop if off the needle. Knit the next second, and drop it off the needle.
stitch on the left-hand needle so that there Purl the next stitch on the left-hand
are two stitches on the right-hand needle needle so that there are two stitches
again, and repeat. Continue in this manner on the right-hand needle again, and
until all the stitches have been worked off the left-hand needle and only repeat. Continue in this manner until all the stitches have been worked
one stitch remains on the right-hand needle. Cut the yarn, leaving a tail off the left-hand needle and only one stitch remains on the right-hand
and thread the yarn through the loop and pull it firmly to fasten off. needle. Secure this last stitch as described in casting off knitwise.

72 Creative Knitting
GLOSSARY

SUBSTITUTING YARNS KNITTING TENSION

If you substitute or spin a yarn for a Checking your knitting tension, that across and rows down (including
project, you can compare the weight is, the tightness or looseness of your fractions of stitches and rows) in
of the yarn to the project yarn by knitting, is important. To check your 10cm. Repeat these measurements
comparing wraps per inch. Wrap your tension, cast on 30 stitches using two to three times on a different
yarn around a ruler for one inch and the recommended needle size. parts of the swatch to check your
count the number of wraps. If you Work in the pattern until your work measurements. If you have more
have more wraps per inch than the measures 10cm from the cast on stitches and rows than called for
project yarn, your yarn is too thin; if edge then cast off. You now have a in the instructions, you should use
you have fewer wraps per inch than “swatch”. Measure your tension by larger needles; if you have fewer, use
the project yarn, your yarn is too placing a ruler over your swatch and smaller needles. Check your tension
thick. counting the number of stitches again before starting your project.

PROVISIONAL CAST ON (INVISIBLE CAST ON)


Diagram 1 Diagram 2
Place a loose slipknot on the needle 1), then bring the needle to the front,
in your right hand. Hold the waste over both yarns, and grab a second
yarn next to the slipknot and around loop (Diagram 2). Repeat from *
your left thumb. Hold your working until you have the desired number
yarn over your left index finger. of stitches on your needle. When
*Bring the needle forward under the you’re ready to work in the opposite
waste yarn, over the working yarn, direction, pick out the waste yarn to
grab a loop of working yarn (Diagram expose the live stitches.

BACKSTITCH
Diagram 1

This is the stitch most commonly used for joining knitted garments. With
the right sides of your work together, pin the knitted fabric together with
the edges even. The seam should be sewn one full stitch from the end
of the row. One stitch should be worked over every row. Thread the yarn
needle. Insert the needle through both layers and sew two stitches to the
left then one stitch back to the right. Keep stitches at an even distance.
Continue working from right to left in this circular motion. (Diagram 1)

TASSELS KNOTTED FRINGE

Cut yarn twice the length of your desired tassel plus a bit extra for the knot. After working a tassel, take one half
According to the desired thickness of the tassel, select a number of lengths of the strands from each tassel and
of yarn. Fold the lengths of yarn in half over a crochet hook. On the wrong knot them with half the strands
side, insert the crochet hook from the front to the back through the edge of from the neighbouring tassel. Trim.
the work. Grab the yarn and pull through and tighten. Trim the ends to the
same length.

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GLOSSARY

CROCHET CHAIN DOUBLE CROCHET HALF TREBLE CROCHET (HTR)


(DC) (US SINGLE (US HALF DOUBLE CROCHET HDC)
CROCHET SC)
Pass the yarn over the hook.
Diagram 1
Insert the hook through the top
two loops of a stitch (Diagram
1). Pass the yarn over the hook
and draw up a loop so that there
Diagram 1
are three loops on the hook
(Diagram 2). Draw through
all three loops on the hook
(Diagram 3).

Diagram 2

Diagram 2

Diagram 3
Make a slip knot on your hook.
Pass the yarn over the hook and Insert the hook through the top
catch it with the hook and draw two loops of a stitch. Pass the
it through the loop on the hook. yarn over the hook and draw up Diagram 3

Repeat, drawing yarn through a loop so that you have two


the last loop formed. loops on the hook (Diagram 1).
Pass the yarn over the hook and
draw through both loops on the SLIP STITCH
hook (Diagram 2). Continue in CROCHET (SL ST)
the same way, inserting the hook
into each stitch (Diagram 3). Insert your hook into the stitch. Yarn over
the hook and draw the loop through the
stitch and loop onto the hook.
TREBLE CROCHET Pass the yarn over the hook. Insert
(TR) (US DOUBLE the hook through the top two loops
CROCHET DC) of a stitch (Diagram 1). Pass the
I-CORD
yarn over the hook and draw up a With double-pointed needles, cast on
Diagram 1 loop so that you have three loops the desired number of stitches. *Without
on the hook (Diagram 2). Pass turning the needle, slide the stitches to
the yarn over the hook and draw it the other end of the needle, pull the yarn
through the first two loops on the around the back and knit the stitches
hook, pass the yarn over the hook as usual. Repeat from * until your work
and draw through the remaining measures the desired length
two loops. Continue in the same
way, inserting the hook into each
stitch (Diagram 3). PICKING UP DROPPED STITCHES

A dropped stitch can be picked up using a crochet hook and don’t be put
off by stitches that have unraveled several rows down into the work. To
pick up knit stitches, insert the crochet hook into the dropped stitch, draw
through the bar lying above the dropped stitch and pull it through the loop
of the dropped stitch.

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KNITTING ABBREVIATIONS CROCHET TERMS & ABBREVIATIONS CONTINUED ...

Alt - Alternate; alternately P2tog - Purl two stitches together LH left-hand sl st slip stitch
Patt - pattern lp(s) loop(s) sp(s) space(s)
Beg - Begin; begins; Psso - Pass slipped stitch over pre- m metre(s) st(s) stitch(es)
beginning vious stitch MC main colour t-ch turning chain
Pb - Purl through the back of the mm millimetre tog together
CC - Contrasting colour stitch oz ounces tr treble (US dc)
Ch - Chain Pwise - Purlwise pat(s) pattern(s) WS wrong side
Cm - Centimetre/s pm place markers. Place or work even/work straight.
CO - Cast on Rem - Remaining attach a loop of contrast Continue in
Cont - Continue; continuing Rep - Repeat yarn or a stitch marker as the pattern without
indicated. increasing or decreasing
Dec - Decrease; decreasing Sl 1 - Slip one stitch across from rem remaining yd yards
Dk - Double Knitting left needle to right rep repeat yo yarn over. Wrap the yarn
needle without knitting it. rnd(s) round(s) around the hook
Foll - Follow; follows; Sl 1 Purlwise - Slip next stitch off RH right-hand * repeat the directions fol-
following left needle onto right as if to purl RS right side lowing * as many times
the stitch. sk skip, miss as indicated
G st - Garter stitch. If knitting back Sts - Stitches
and forth, knit every row. If knit- St st - Stocking stitch.
ting circularly, one round knit, next If knitting back and forth,
round purl. one row knit, next row purl.
If knitting circularly, knit
Inc - Increase; increasing each round. CROCHET HOOKS KNITTING NEEDLES
Incl - Including SSK - Slip, slip knit. Makes
a left slanting decrease. METRIC US METRIC UK US
K - Knit Slip two stitches knitwise, on at
.60mm 14 steel 2mm 14 0
K1 - Knit one stitch a time from the left to the right
K2tog - Knit two stitches together needle, then knit them together
.75mm 12 steel 2.25mm 13 1
Kb - Knit through the back of the through their backs. 1.00mm 10 steel 2.5mm
stitch 1.50mm 6 steel 2.75mm 12 2
Kwise - Knitwise Tog - Together 1.75mm 5 steel 3mm 11
2.00mm B/1 3.25mm 10 3
M - Make one stitch WS - Wrong side
2.5mm C/2 3.5mm 4
MC - Main colour.
When two or more colours are Ybk - Yarn back 3.00mm D/3 3.75mm 9 5
used, the main colour is the yarn Y fwd - Yarn forward - bring yarn 3.50mm E/4 4mm 8 6
that is dominant. under the needle, then over to the 4.00mm F/5 4.5mm 7 7
knitting position again, creating a 4.50mm G/6 5mm 6 8
P - Purl new stitch.
5.00mm H/8 5.5mm 5 9
P1 - Purl one stitch Yo - Yarn over.
5.50mm I/9 6mm 4 10
6.00mm J/10 6.5mm 3 10.5
6.50mm K 7mm 2
CROCHET TERMS & ABBREVIATIONS 7.00mm K/10.5 7.5mm 1
P 8mm 0 11
approx approximately together or skipping the Q 9mm 00 13
beg begin(ning) stitches. S 10mm 000 15
CC contrast colour foll follow(s)(ing)
ch chain(s) gm grams
cm centimetre(s) htr half treble crochet (US
cont continue(ing) half double crochet hdc) © Creative Knitting
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stitches in a row by either extra stitches into a chain not be reproduced for classes or groups without the express permission of the
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