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Cladonia is a semicircular shawl pattern worked in stockinette with a delicate lace border. This shawl was born because I am too weak to choose only one color from the outstanding range available in Tosh Merino Light.
For the first iteration of Cladonia I worked the stockinette body in a two color stripe and finished it with a solid border and a contrasting looped edging. The second time around I dug through my stash for a hank of merino/silk fingering weight yarn that I kettle dyed years ago. I've been waiting for the right project for this decadently soft yarn. Drapey neck-wear seemed just the thing. The only challenge will be prying it off of Sofie's neck.
The pattern contains both charted and written instructions for the lace border. It is worked in one piece from the top edge, increasing in size to the bottom looped edging.
You can see lots more photos on my Facebook page, on Ravelry or on Flickr.
Size: One Size
Finished Measurements: 52” across top edge, 19” from top edge to bottom at center
Yarn: Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light, 100% Superwash Merino, 420 yards/384m per 100 g skein,
MC: Clover, 1 skein (the sample project used 74g)
CC: Grasshopper, 1 skein (the sample project used 50g)
To make the solid version of the shawl you'll need between 530 & 550 yards of fingering weight yarn.
Needles: US 7 (4.5mm) 32” circular needle or size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 17 sts & 31 rows in stockinette - blocked, always take the time to check gauge
Other Materials: Scrap Yarn, 17 Place Markers (PM), tapestry needle
Price: $6.00 US
The Snow Drops and Snap Peas slouch and fingerless mitts are now available for purchase.
Worked in Aran weight yarn these transitional accessories knit up quickly. With their lacy patterns they are perfect to wear when the first chill is in the air.
There's plenty of time before the holidays to make several sets to give as gifts. Quince and Company Osprey comes in a color range that makes it easy to find yarn in the right shade for everyone on your list.
Snow Drops and Snap Peas
Yarn: Quince & Co Osprey, color: Snap Peas - Two skeins for the hat, one skein for the mitts. You should be able to get the entire set out of two skeins.
Needles: For the hat - US 8 (5mm) & US 10.5 (6.5mm) For the mitts - US 8 (5mm) & US 10 (6mm)
One Size will fit most.
Price
Hat - $6.00
Mitts - $6.00
Set - $9.00
Thank you to my test knitters Karen & Amy!
It's no secret that I love color & designing with color. So when I had to take a last minute trip to Rome at the beginning of July I quickly grabbed a couple of beautiful skeins of Schaefer Audrey in colors that calmed me. It was only a few days after my stint in the hospital with the Lad & his broken leg, and now I was off to Rome to retrieve IJK who was experiencing health problems while on a student trip. (She's fine, nothing too serious - just issues that prevented her from completing the trip.)
Audrey is a delightful blend of silk and merino in fingering weight that is the sort of yarn that once you start knitting with it you'll find it almost impossible to put down. The silk in the yarn gives amazing drape - ideal for a shawl, and adds sheen and richness to Schaefer's already amazing colors. The soft, glowing Audrey was the perfect yarn to soothe me during a week when I didn't know which end was up. On the plane I began to knit a shawl in a simple lace pattern that was easy to memorize. Then, with a brain that refused to settle on just one thought, I moved to a two color garter stitch stripe - the blue yarn could not be ignored any longer. Shawls in simple stitch patterns like this one are often the best medicine when the mind is racing. For that long flight from JFK to Rome it was perfect.
On a hot day after my return Sofie obliged me with photos - but only if she was allowed to pick and eat raspberries while we worked. I admit to indulging in quite a few myself. Despite of my fears that the shawl would be forever ruined if she snagged it on those thorny raspberry canes the photo shoot went smoothly.
You can see more of our photos on the pattern page on Ravelry.
Sizes: One size (but easily adjusted by adding or subtracting repeats of either the lace or garter stitch stripe)
Finished Measurements: 60" across top edge, 25" from top to point, blocked
Gauge: 16 sts & 38 rows = 4”(10cm) in garter st, blocked
Yarn: Schaefer Yarns Audrey, 50% merino/50% cultivated silk, 700 yards per 4oz skein
MC (Ivory) - “Elisabeth Kubler-Ross” - 1/2 skein,
CC -This was a one of a kind color, “Peter” or “Indigo” are similar - 1/4 skein
Needles: US 7/4.5mm or size to obtain gauge
Other Materials: 4 stitch markers, tapestry needle, crochet hook
Price: $6.00 US
Thank you to my test knitters, Karen, Lulu, Christine & Stacie!!
"Curatio" means healing or curing in Latin. Since I knit most of this design while I sat in the hospital with my son after he broke his leg, Margene suggested I give the pattern a healing name. There has been a lot of healing in my house in the past month for which I am very thankful. I love the idea of honoring the excellent work Anders's surgeon did on his leg with this shawl.
Curatio is written for two sizes, using two different yarn weights. The large version, pictured in blue, is worked in The Plucky Knitter Handpainted Lace weight, in "Old Blue Eyes". The finished large shawl measures 74" across the top and 30" from top edge to tip. The medium version, shown in orange, is worked in Sweet Georgia Yarns Silk Crush, a fingering weight yarn, in the "Cayenne" colorway. It measures 60" across the top and 28" from top edge to tip.
This shawl has just enough patterning to keep the knitting interesting, but not overwhelming. The stitch patterns are written out and also charted to appeal to a wide range of knitters. I love having a shawl to toss on in the overly air conditioned restaurants that are too common at this time of year. Both of my Curatio Shawls have done duty in this way already. There's no need to wait until fall to wear one.
CURATIO SHAWL (Ravelry Link)
Sizes: M [L]
Finished Measurements: 60[74]" across top edge, 28[30]" from top to point, blocked
Gauge: 12[18] sts & 24[42] rows = 4”(10cm) in garter st, blocked
Yarn: Medium (fingering wt) - Sweet Georgia Yarns Silk Crush Sock, 50% Superwash Merino/ 50% Silk, 375 yards per 115 g skein, 1 skein “Cayenne
Large (lace wt) - The Plucky Knitter Handpainted Lace, 100% Merino, 900 yds per skein, 1 skein “Old Blue Eyes”
Needles: US 8/5mm[US 7/4.5mm] or size to obtain gauge
Other Materials: 4 stitch markers, tapestry needle, crochet hook
Price: $6.00 US
As always I am enormously thankful to my test knitters - Andrea, Karen, Lisa, Anne, Linda and Amy.
Lonicera is a versatile wrap/vest. Worked in bamboo or cotton is makes a breezy summer accessory. Worked in wool or alpaca it moves just as easily into fall and winter. In an elegant silk Lonicera would look equally well for an evening out as it would over a pair of jeans for a casual lunch with friends.
Lonicera can also be worn in several ways - with the fronts left casually open. . .
or tied together at the waist. . .
draped over the shoulder. .
or wrapped around the front. . .
and tied at the back.
More information and photos available on Raverly.
*Size: S, M, L (shown in size M)
*Finished Measurements: 14.5[15.5,16.5]” across back, between armholes. 21[23, 25]” long at center back. 51[60, 69]” over all from end to end.
Gauge: 17 sts and 24 rows = 4”(10cm) in stockinette stitch, blocked
Materials: Farmhouse Yarns Bonnie’s Bamboo, 100% Bamboo, 200 yards per 3-1/2 oz skein, Color: Charcoal, 4[5, 6] skeins.
I purchased the yarn for this project from my good friend, Justine at Angelfire Studios who tells me that she now ships internationally.
Needles: 1 pair US 8 (5mm) straight or circular needles (or size to obtain gauge)
Spare US 8 (5mm) needle if using three needle bind off to join at center back. (see notes)
1 set US 6 (4mm) DPN’s (or size to obtain gauge)
Additional Materials: Cable Needle (CN), 3 Place Markers, Tapestry Needle, Stitch holders
Price: $6.00 US
*This shawl will fit a wide range of sizes. The medium size shown fits Sofie with her 33" bust as well as it does me and my 38" bust. Choose your size according to the measurement across the back. The length of the fronts is easily adjustable. Instructions for adjusting the length are given in the pattern.
This pattern has charts as well as written instructions for the stitch pattern.
Just in time for "Snow-mageddon 2", we've got a new mitten pattern. (My apologies to those of you who are not in the mid-Atlantic or north eastern US. Our recent snows are a bit of an obsession in these parts.)
Introducing "Clepsydra".
Clepsydra: klep-si-druh“an ancient device for measuring time by the regulated flow of water or mercury through a small aperture.” -Dictionary.com
These mittens are worked in blissfully soft Creatively Dyed Yarns, Holi. Holi is a lovely blend of wool, alpaca & silk. If you've never used Dianne's yarns before, you're in for a treat. She's got an amazing way with colors. The wool, alpaca & silk blend makes this yarn blissfully soft and gives your projects a delicate halo.
The Clepsydra mittens have twisted cables that flow from cuff to fingertips. A cabled icord adds interest and rings the wrist. Worked in Creatively Dyed Yarn’s Holi (Wool, Alpaca, Silk) they are a decadent treat for yourself or gift for a dear friend.
Clepsydra (on Ravelry)
Measurements: Width 7.5” measured around palm, not including thumb. Length 10” overall, 5.5” from inside of thumb gusset to top.
Gauge: 22 sts & 32 rows=4”(10cm) in stockinette, blocked
Yarn: Creatively Dyed Yarn Holi; 50% Wool, 40% Alpaca, 10% Silk; approx 190 yds/173m per skein; Colorway: Merry, 1 skein
Needles: 1 set of 5 US 6/4mm DPN’s or size to obtain gauge
Additional materials: Scrap yarn, 2 place markers, cable needle (CN), tapestry needle
Price: $6.00 US
The Hamamelis or witch-hazel is one of the earliest shrubs to bloom in the spring. In my New Jersey garden this hardy plant will send out its fringe-like flowers as early as late February. These hopeful little flowers bring a smile to my face each year and remind me that despite bitter winds and snow, spring will be on its way.
(Do you think Sofie might be feeling those bitter winds just a bit in the photo below. What a trooper she is to put up with her mother's constant demands for a model.)
The clean lines of the Hamamelis Shawl will easily take us from late winter into spring. Worked in a leaf pattern on a background of garter stitch, Hamameils knits up quickly and showcases beautiful yarns like Hazel Knits Artisan Sock.
I had a group of very quick test knitters on this pattern. A huge thank you to Anne, Alex, Rachel, Cristi & Mary for their hard work, keen eyes and insights.
Check out Cristi's gorgeous Hamamelis. Cristi used Sanguine Gryphon's Bugga Sock yarn. The color actually reminds me a bit of the blooms of the witch-hazel plant.
Hamamelis is worked from the top center out by increasing until you reach the bottom edge. The pattern has both charts and written instructions. The photos all show the medium size which took all but about 10 yards of Hazel Knits Artisan Sock on my brown shawl. Cristi said that she ran out of the Sanguine Gryphon Bugga Sock yarn just shy of the last few rows, but due to the nature of the border, she simply bound off and the shawl looks great as is.
The Data
Hamamelis Shawl (on Ravelry)
Sizes: S, M, L
Measurements: Approx 20 (25, 30)” from top edge to point, 44(54, 64)” across top, blocked
Gauge: 16 sts & 38 rows = 4”(10cm) in garter stitch, blocked
Yarn: Hazel Knits Artisan Sock, 90% Superwash Merino, 10% Nylon, 400 yds/366m per 4.23 oz/120g skein. Colorway: Equinox, 1 (1, 2) skein (note: for the medium sized sample shawl all but about 10 yards of the yarn were used. It may be helpful to have a second skein or a contrast color available in case you run out. Alternately, due to the nature of the border, the shawl may be bound off earlier with satisfactory results.)
Needles: US 6/4mm 32” circular needle or size to obtain gauge
Other Materials: Crochet Hook, 4 Place Markers, Tapestry Needle, Scrap Yarn
Price $6.00 US
A deep scoop neckline gives a feminine edge to this lushly cabled vest. Twisted stitches make the cables pop and add texture. Dressed up or down this vest will be a staple in your wardrobe.
Modeled here by Miss SKK, the vest is worn with 1" negative ease. For those who prefer a less fitted look, the vest will work equally well with a bit of positive ease.
The pattern is available below and on Ravelry. If you are a Ravelry member please join us for the Wood Hollow Vest KAL in the Through the Loops group.
Wood Hollow Vest
Finished Measurements: Bust 32[34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52, 54] Shown in 32” size.
Yarn: Cascade 220 Heathers, 100% Peruvian Highland Wool, 220 yds/201m per 3.53oz/100g skein, color #2452, 4[4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 7, 7, 7] skeins
Needles: 1 set US 5/3.75 mm needles
1 set US 6/4 mm needles or size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 26 sts and 32 rows = 4” across all stitch patterns. Blocked.
Additional materials:
Cable needle
8 stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Price $6.00 US
Thank you to Ann, Elspeth, Heather and Cristi for test knitting!!
My new patterns, Wood Hollow Hat & Wood Hollow Mittens (Ravelry links) were named for the street where I grew up. Wood Hollow Road conjures comforting memories of lovingly cooked meals, gatherings with friends and family, my parents beautiful gardens and always my father's beloved music playing in the background.
If you're looking for something special for last minute holiday knitting this set might be just the project. Hats and mittens work up quickly. There is, if you are anything like me, plenty of worsted weight yarn already in your stash. The cables here may look complicated, but there is only a simple 8 row repeat, which is easily memorized. Both patterns have charts as well as written instructions for the stitch patterns.
Wood Hollow Hat
Finished Measurements: 17" at brim, will stretch to fit up to a 23" head
Yarn: Cascade 220 Heathers, 1 skein (I used color # 2452)
Gauge: 21 sts & 28 = 4"(10cm) rows in stockinette and 25 sts & 34 rows = 4"(10cm) in cable pattern
Needles: US 6/4mm DPN's or size to obtain gauge
Additional Materials: Tapestry Needle, Cable Needle, Stitch Markers, Pompom maker (optional)
Price $6.00 US
Wood Hollow Mittens
Finished Measurements: 8.5" circumference at palm, overall length customizable
Yarn: Cascade 220 Heathers, 1 skein (I used color # 2452)
Gauge: 22 sts = 4"(10cm) rows in stockinette
Needles: US 5/3.75 mm DPN's or size to obtain gauge
Additional Materials: Tapestry Needle, Cable Needle, Stitch Markers
Price $6.00 US
These patterns are also available as an eBook for $9.00.
Wood Hollow eBook
Price $9.00 US
There's still enough time before the holidays to knit a fun, quick, whimsical hat. The Reykjavik Stocking Cap is designed to match my Reykjavik Mittens pattern, but it has plenty of spunk to stand on its own if you don't have time to make both.
Thank you to my test knitters, Regina, Raquel and Laura for their help and valuable feedback! Thank you also to the awesome participants of the Reykjavik Mitten class I taught at Modern Yarn for inspiring the pattern!!
Sizes: S/M [L/XL]
Finished Measurements: Relaxed circumference at brim 18[20.5]” will stretch to fit up to approx 22[25]” head. Length from bottom edge to tip 22” (excluding pom pom)
Yarn: Rowan Felted Tweed, 50% Merino, 25% Alpaca, 25% Rayon, 191 yds/175m per 50g ball,
MC: #151 Bilberry, 1 skein,
CC: #150 Rage, 1 skein.
Needles: 1 set US 4/3.5mm needles or size to obtain gauge
Gauge: 25 sts = 4” in Slipped Moss Stitch
25 sts and 32 rows in stockinette
Additional materials:
7 stitch markers
Tapestry needle
Pom Pom Maker (available in most craft stores)
See it on Ravelry
Price: $6.00 US
