Cotton Candy Skies Shawlette

 

 

Wrap yourself in a wash of color with this elegant and eye-catching knitted shawlette. Featuring softly graduated stripes that flow from vibrant turquoise through creamy white and blush pink to rich lavender, this design is both modern and timeless. The simple two rows pattern of ribbed texture creates wonderful drape, stretch, and warmth, making it a relaxing project to knit and a versatile accessory to wear. Whether styled casually over your shoulders or wrapped snugly around your neck, this shawlette is made using just one cake of Lion Brand Mandala yarn, that adds a beautiful splash of color to any outfit and is perfect for knitters who enjoy soothing simple pattern and stunning results.

Overview:

• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Instructions style: written pattern and chart.
• Yarn weight: Light 3.
• Available sizes: one size (see detailed measurements below).
• Size customization: you can adjust the size to be shorter or longer by changing the number of pattern repetitions.
• Techniques needed: knit, purl, slip stitch knit-wise and purL-wise.

 

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Materials:

• Suggested yarn: Lion brand Mandala, 100% acrylic, 5.3 oz (150 g), 590 yards (540 m), in the color Liger (232F), 1 cake.
• Knitting needles, size US 8 (5 mm), straight or circular.
• Tapestry needle.

Measurements: width = 24.5" (62 cm), length = 48" (122 cm), approx.

Yardage: 575 - 580 yards (530 - 535 m), approx.

Gauge: 18 stitches and 26 rows = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch and US 8 (5 mm) knitting needles.

Knitting terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• yo: yarn over.
• (sl st)k: slip stitch knit-wise.
• (sl st)p: slip stitch purl-wise.
• k2togtbl: knit two stitches together through back loops.

Instructions:

Cast on 6 sts, then work as follows:

Row 1: k 3, p 3.

Row 2: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, k 4.

Row 3: k 3, p 2, sl st, p 1.

Row 4: sl st, k 1, yo, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), k 3.

Row 5: k 3, (sl st)p, p 2, (sl st)p, p 1.

Row 6: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, k 1, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), k 3.

Row 7: k 3, (sl st)p, p 3, (sl st)p, p 1.

Row 8: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, p 2, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), k 3.

Row 9: k 3, (sl st)p, p 1, k 2, p 1, (sl st)p, p 1.

Row 10: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, k 1, p 2, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), k 3.

Row 11: k 3, (sl st)p, p 1, k 2, p 2, (sl st)p, p 1.

Row 12: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, k 1, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), p 2, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), k 3.

Row 13: k 3, (sl st)p, p 1, k 2, (sl st)p, p 2, (sl st)p, p 1.

Row 14: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, k 1, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), p 2, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), k 3.

Row 15: k 3, (sl st)p, p 1, k 2, (sl st)p, p 3, (sl st)p, p 1.

General pattern:

Row 16: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, *p 2, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), repeat from * to last 3 sts, k 3.

Row 17: k 3, *(sl st)p, p 1, k 2, repeat from * to last 3 sts, p 1, (sl st)p, p 1.

Row 18: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, k 1, *p 2, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), repeat from * to last 3 sts, k 3.

Row 19: k 3, *(sl st)p, p 1, k 2, repeat from * to last 4 sts, p 2, (sl st)p, p 1.

Row 20: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), *p 2, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), repeat from * to last 3 sts, k 3.

Row 21: k 3, *(sl st)p, p 1, k 2, repeat from * to last 5 sts, (sl st)p, p 2, (sl st)p, p 1.

Row 22: (sl st)k, k 1, yo, k 1, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), *p 2, (k2togtbl, k the second st through back loop again), repeat from * to last 3 sts, k 3.

Row 23: k 3, *(sl st)p, p 1, k 2, repeat from * to last 6 sts, (sl st)p, p 3, (sl st)p, p 1.

Repeat the general pattern to end of the yarn. Keep enough yarn for the bind off row.

Stretchy bind off row: k 2, slip the 2 sts back to left needle, k2tog, *k 1, slip the 2 sts back to left needle, k2tog, repeat from * to end. You can watch my tutorial video for the stretchy bind off method here: 

 

Weave in loose ends.

Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram @wiams_crafts and Twitter @wiamscrafts to see my upcoming projects.

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Lavender Mist Scarf

Hello my fellow knitters! My newest design is a soft and elegant scarf that combines simple texture with a beautiful flowing color transition. Featuring a delicate eyelet line framed by garter and stockinette sections, this design creates a graceful flow that draws the eye while keeping the knitting relaxing and enjoyable. The gentle gradient shades of lavender and grey give the scarf a calm, misty look, perfect for adding a touch of warmth and style to cooler days. You can adjust its length as you desire, also you can choose a mono color yarn to match with your special spring pieces.

Overview:

• Skill level: Easy.
• Instructions style: written pattern and chart.
• Yarn weight: Bulky.
• Available sizes: one size (see detailed measurements below).
• Size customization: you can adjust the size to be shorter or longer by changing the number of pattern repetitions.
• Techniques needed: knit, purl, yarn over, knit two stitches together, knit two stitches together through back loops.

 

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Materials:

• Suggested yarn: Gala Mix Fiber, 100% acrylic, 9.88 oz (280 g), 245 yards (224 m), in the color "07", 2 skeins.
• Knitting needles, size US 15 (10 mm).

Measurements: width = 7.5" (19 cm), length = 90" (200 cm), approx.

Yardage: 257 - 259 yards (235 - 237 m), approx.

Gauge: 10 stitches and 15 rows = 4" x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch.

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• yo: yarn over.
• k2tog: knit two stitches together.
• ssk: slip, slip, knit the two slipped stitches together through back loops.

Instructions:

Cast on 22 sts, p one row. 

The pattern:

Round 1: sl st, ssk, p 8, yo, k 8, k2tog, k 1.

Round 2: sl st, p 9, yo, p 11.

Repeat rounds 1-2 seven more times.

Round 3: sl st, ssk, k 8, yo, p 8, k2tog, k 1.

Round 4: sl st, p 9, yo, p 11.

Repeat rounds 3-4 seven more times.

Repeat the pattern (rounds 1-4) six more times, then repeat rounds 1-2 once. Bind off all sts. 

Weave in loose ends.

Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram @wiams_crafts and Twitter @wiamscrafts to see my upcoming projects.

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Tangled Hearts Valentines Hat

Hello my fellow knitters! Celebrate the season of love with this cozy Valentine’s heart beanie, a charming knit that combines warmth with a playful romantic touch that come in two sizes: child and adult. Featuring a bold band of interlocking hearts worked in contrasting colors, this hat is perfect for showcasing your colorwork skills while creating a wearable piece that stands out. The snug ribbed brim ensures a comfortable fit, while the smooth stockinette body highlights the crisp heart motif beautifully. Whether you choose classic red and pink on black or a softer cream palette, this design is a sweet and stylish project for gifting or adding a little handmade love to your winter wardrobe. 

Overview

• Skill level: Intermediate.
• Instructions style: written pattern + chart.
• Sizes: this hat is available in two sizes, child and adult.
• Techniques needed: work in the round, (k 1, p 1) ribs, intarsia knitting, knit two stitches together decrease.

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Materials:

• Suggested yarn: Alize Burcum Classic, (100% acrylic, 3.5 oz (100 g), 230 yards (210 m):
• Child size: one skein of black (60) (referred to as main color), Red (106) and powder pink (161).
• Adult size: one skein each of cream (01) (referred to as main color), Red (106) and Powder Pink (161).

• Circular knitting needles, 16" (40 cm) long, sizes US 7 (4.5 mm) and US 8 (5 mm).
• Double pointed needles (DPNs) set, size US 8 (5 mm).
• Tapestry needle.
• Ring stitch marker.

Sizes and measurements:

• Child size: crown width: 6"- 6.5" (15 -17 cm), height: 7.5" (19 cm), head circumference: 18" - 19" (46 - 48 cm).
• Adult size: crown width: 7"- 7.5" (18 - 19 cm), height: 8.5" (22 cm), head circumference: 21" - 22" (53 - 56 cm).

Gauge: 17 sts and 22 rounds = 4"x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch and US 8 (5 mm) knitting needles.

Yardage: 

• Child size: 105 - 110 yards (95 - 100 m), approx.
• Adult size: 145 - 150 yards (130 - 135 m), approx.

Knitting Terms:

• st: stitch.
• sts: stitches.
• k: knit.
• p: purl.
• k2tog: knit two stitches together.

Instructions:

With main color yarn and circular knitting needles US 7 (4.5 mm), cast on 84 (98) sts. Join in the round. Don't know how to join in the round? here is a short tutorial on how to do it (from 0:26 - 1:15 min):

Put a ring stitch marker at the beginning of rounds, work as follows:

Rib round: k 1, p 1, repeat to end.

Repeat the rib round 8 more times. Change to circular knitting needles size US 8 (5 mm) and knit 3 rounds, work the pattern as shown in the chart, cut off added colors yarn.

With main color yarn knit 4 (6) rounds.

Decreasing rounds:

Round 1: k2tog, k 12, repeat to end. [78 (91) sts]

Rounds 2, 4, 6: k to end.

Round 3: k2tog, k 11, repeat to end. [72 (84) sts]

Round 5: k2tog, k 10, repeat to end. [66 (77) sts]

Note: change to DPNs when needed.

For Child size:

Round 7: k2tog, k 9, repeat to end. (60 sts)

Round 8: k2tog, k 8, repeat to end. (54 sts)

Round 9: k2tog, k 7, repeat to end. (48 sts)

Round 10: k2tog, k 6, repeat to end. (42 sts)

Round 11: k2tog, k 5, repeat to end. (36 sts)

Round 12: k2tog, k 4, repeat to end. (30 sts)

Round 13: k2tog, k 3, repeat to end. (24 sts)

Round 14: k2tog, repeat to end. (12 sts)

For Adult size:

Round 7: k2tog, k 9, repeat to end. (70 sts)

Round 8: k to end.

Round 9: k2tog, k 8, repeat to end. (63 sts)

Round 10: k to end.

Round 11: k2tog, k 7, repeat to end. (56 sts)

Round 12: k2tog, k 6, repeat to end. (49 sts)

Round 13: k2tog, k 5, repeat to end. (42 sts)

Round 14: k2tog, k 4, repeat to end. (35 sts)

Round 15: k2tog, k 3, repeat to end. (28 sts)

Round 16: k2tog, repeat to end. (14 sts)

For both sizes: cut the yarn, leaving a 6" (15 cm) tail. Thread the tail through all stitches, pull tight to close, and secure. Weave in the loose ends.

 Lastly, feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions or find something confusing in the pattern.

Happy crocheting/knitting! follow me on Instagram @wiams_crafts and Twitter @wiamscrafts to see my upcoming projects.

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