This blanket is suitable for the beginner knitter as well as more advanced knitters looking for a simple knit. The pattern covers two different sizes, a small blanket for covering little knees in car seats or pushchairs and a larger more substantial cot sized blanket. When I am contacted by new knitters looking for an… Continue reading Alder Blanket
Author: Mindie
Seamless Felted Mary-Janes
This design follows on from my previous felted slipper patterns. They are knitted seamlessly from the bottom up and are pretty quick to knit, but these are a little different in construction with short row shaping.They are more form fitting than the others, being lower in the front and shaped for the back foot and… Continue reading Seamless Felted Mary-Janes
Slipper Felting Part 1
Slipper Felting - Part OneI thought it was about time that I gave my thoughts on felting. I've done quite a bit over the years, both intentionally and unintentionally! I once felted half my hand-knit sock collection in one easy move by setting the washing machine to an ordinary wash not a hand wash. Now,… Continue reading Slipper Felting Part 1
ssk & k2tog
SSK & K2tog are both common directional decreases. When you use ssk, the result leans to the left. When you use k2tog, the result leans to the right. Both decrease one stitch by working two together. SSK is one of several left leaning decreases and probably the newest. Other methods used were sl1k1psso - slip… Continue reading ssk & k2tog
CDD – Central Double Decrease
CDD - Central Double Decrease is exactly what is says on the box. A double decrease which is central, i.e. it neither leans to the left or to the right but the stitches are decreased evenly, one each side of a central stitch. Or, in other words, this decrease reduces three stitches down to one,… Continue reading CDD – Central Double Decrease
Trillium
A simple but stylish design for a little oneThe simple eyelet pattern on this blanket forms little trillium, or three petal flowers, in an all over design.Suitable for the beginner knitter, the blanket is knitted all in one with the garter stitch borders knitted as you go.If you want a lightweight blanket you can knit… Continue reading Trillium
Ship Ahoy !
Lots of little sail boats float across this blanket.The pattern is suitable for advanced beginners upwards and makes a great blanket for snuggling baby in. Knitted in a DK weight yarn the pattern is written for two different sizes of blanket and is just as striking knitted in a coloured yarn as it is in the… Continue reading Ship Ahoy !
SSSK – Slip, slip, slip, knit
SSSK is a left leaning double decrease. In other words, it decreases two stitches at once and the result leans to the left.There are several different double decreases, left leaning, right leaning and centred. You may have come across them in lace and open patterns, not so often in shaping ordinary garments. Here is a quick photo tutorial… Continue reading SSSK – Slip, slip, slip, knit
Heartwood
Heartwood Baby BlanketStripes and Texture, the best of both worlds ! The interesting texture in these blankets look a little like crochet but is in fact knitted.Another simple textured blanket, this is suitable for beginner knitters as the pattern is easily picked up once a few rows have been worked.The pattern is written for a… Continue reading Heartwood
Duffer Booties and Hat Pattern
Booties and Hats A DK pattern for some cute booties and hat sized for newborn to 12 months.This adorable little set is knitted flat and seamed and takes no time at all. Great for a quick baby gifts or stocking fillers.Suitable for the beginner with a little experience, there are some decreases that you may not… Continue reading Duffer Booties and Hat Pattern
